Overview
Tula Yoga & Wellness in St. Paul offers a therapeutic yoga practice centered on SomaYoga, blending somatics, therapeutic movement, and traditional asana. Located at 1162 Selby Avenue, the studio has two spaces and welcomes beginners through advanced practitioners. Services include private yoga therapy, massage including Thai Yoga Massage, coaching, reiki, and spiritual guidance. Class offerings span slow flow, vinyasa, yin, and restorative, with outdoor sessions at Linwood Park in summer and virtual options via Zoom. Donation-based classes improve accessibility. The studio hosts workshops, immersions, and 200-hour teacher trainings that prioritize hands-on teaching practice. Specialty series like the Men’s Series and Goddess Empowerment Circle strengthen community bonds. A retail shop sells props, oils, candles, and apparel for curbside pickup. Flexible payment options include drop-in passes, class passes, and memberships. Cancellations require 30 minutes’ notice to retain credit. Pre-registration is advised as space is limited.
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Studio Amenities
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 6:00 am – 9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Open | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 6:00 am – 9:30 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 9:00 am – 9:30 pm |
| Friday | Open | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Saturday | Open | 7:30 am – 2:30 pm |
| Sunday | Open | 8:00 am – 9:00 pm |
Studio in Details
Overview & Approach
Tula Yoga & Wellness, located at 1162 Selby Avenue in St. Paul, operates two studios—the Selby Studio and the Corner Studio—offering a therapeutic approach to yoga grounded in somatic principles. The studio emphasizes making health and wellness accessible to everyone, with flexible payment options including class passes, memberships, and single-drop-in passes. The owners, Dan and Ann Blackburn, bring a focus on vibrancy, curiosity, and purpose to the space. The studio’s SomaYoga method blends somatics, therapeutic yoga, and classic asana to support recovery, mobility, and strength for all ages and abilities.
Complementing the yoga offerings are private therapeutic yoga sessions, massage therapy (including Thai Yoga Massage), coaching, reiki, and spiritual guidance. These services are provided by skilled professionals and aim to support preventative health and deeper self-connection. Workshops, immersions, and teacher trainings are also available, often in partnership with local and national instructors, providing continuing education for yoga teachers and wellness practitioners.
Classes & Community Offerings
The class schedule includes a diverse range of styles—from slow flow and vinyasa to yin and restorative—designed to accommodate every body, ability, and curiosity. In warmer months, outdoor classes are held at Linwood Park, and virtual options via Zoom are available for those who prefer to practice from home. The studio also offers donation-based classes, making yoga more accessible, and specialty series such as the Men’s Series and Goddess Empowerment Circle, which combine yoga, sound healing, and community connection.
Workshops and class series provide deeper learning, covering topics like energy work, the cycles of nature, and wellness practices. Teacher trainings (200-hour SomaYoga YTT) emphasize hands-on teaching practice and feedback. The studio also sells yoga props, essential oils, Ayurveda self-care products, candles, and apparel for curbside pickup.
Visitor Experience & Practical Details
Visitors consistently highlight the welcoming atmosphere and supportive community. The studio encourages arrival with a mat, light props, and water; late entry or cancellations require 30 minutes’ notice to retain credit. Parking is available with noted restrictions during snow emergencies. For classes held at Linwood Park, attendees meet near the upper parking lot east of the grassy area. Virtual class links are sent 30 minutes before start time.
Gift certificates are available for classes, and class credits are held in the studio’s software for redemption. Pre-registration is recommended as in-studio space is limited. For inquiries, the studio can be reached by phone at 651-645-5551 or email.