Overview
The People’s Yoga operates two welcoming studios on Portland’s east side, creating an intentional space described as a ‘big zen den of self care.’ Its mission is explicitly inclusive, catering to everyone regardless of background, beliefs, or journey, which is reflected in the diverse community of practitioners. The studio offers over 90 classes weekly across styles like vinyasa, hatha, yin, and restorative yoga, with teachers praised for their knowledgeable instruction and focus on mind-body connection. Emphasizing accessibility, The People’s Yoga provides affordable membership tiers, scholarship programs, and discounted rates for seniors, students, and military personnel. The community aspect is central, with monthly members contributing to funding half-price memberships and teacher training scholarships.
Yoga Format
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Studio Amenities
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | Open | 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | Open | 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | Open | 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Friday | Open | 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Open | 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Sunday | Open | 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
Studio in Details
A Community-Focused Yoga Space in Portland
The People’s Yoga operates two studios on Portland’s east side, with locations on SE Hawthorne Avenue and NE Killingsworth Street. Visitors describe the Hawthorne studio as a beautiful, intentional space tucked away in an alley, offering relief from the busy city. People mention the studio setup creates ease upon walking in, with one person calling it a big zen den of self care. The studio’s mission is explicitly inclusive, stating it’s for everyone regardless of their background, beliefs or journey. This philosophy appears to resonate in practice, with one visitor noting they’ve observed people of all ages, genders, and races in attendance, which they consider a sign of a good place. The community aspect is central, with monthly members contributing to scholarship programs that fund approximately 30 half-price memberships monthly and provide teacher training scholarships.
People describe the overall vibe as welcoming and non-competitive. One long-term member mentioned it feels like a second home for my body and spirit, while another contrasted it with studios that have a competitive or comparative feel, stating here they feel able to just be in my body and breathe. The space is described as accessible and warm, with the studio’s own materials emphasizing a non-dogmatic, and welcoming environment where individuals from all financial backgrounds can experience yoga. The ownership stories shared on their website—including a founding owner who discovered yoga’s therapeutic benefits while dealing with depression as a young single mom—reinforce this community-oriented, accessible approach to wellness.
Diverse Class Offerings and Teaching Style
The studio offers more than 90 classes weekly across various styles and levels. Visitors specifically mention vinyasa and hatha flows alongside more restful options like yin and restorative yoga. One person noted that taking restorative class helps them slow down and stay in the moment, while another praised a particular instructor’s restorative class as the best way to wind down from a tough week. The studio also hosts events like yoga nidra practices, full moon ceremonies, and retreats such as the BLOOM: Yoga & Artistic Practice Retreat. People mention the teachers provide knowledgeable instruction with good energy, with specific praise for alignment cues and the ability to match sequences to class needs.
Several visitors highlight the beginner-friendly nature of classes, with one noting they’ve brought friends new to yoga here and found morning flows especially welcoming. Another mentioned it’s a mirrorless studio with instructors focused on mind-body connection. Teachers are described as skilled, helpful, and kind, with one visitor appreciating how an instructor knows every body is different and gives way more options than most yoga instructors. The teaching staff is described as highly experienced with personal appreciation for yoga’s gifts. People also mention enjoying the diversity of teaching styles, with one visitor who tried multiple classes during a trial month noting each teacher taught me something.
Accessibility, Scheduling, and Membership Options
The People’s Yoga emphasizes accessibility through both philosophy and pricing. Visitors consistently describe it as very affordable compared to other studios in town. The studio offers multiple membership tiers: an unlimited membership providing access to all studio, livestream, and on-demand classes; a 5-classes-per-month option; and a digital-only membership. They also have drop-in class packs with discounted rates for seniors, students, and military personnel. A new student special offers 30 days of unlimited classes. People mention the great deal for unlimited yoga and appreciate the diverse selection of classes and times that accommodate busy schedules.
The studio operates seven days a week with extended hours, offering early morning through evening classes. They provide both in-studio and livestream options, with some events available for streaming as well. One visitor who was in town temporarily took advantage of the trial month and continued taking online classes after returning home. The studio occasionally hosts special community events like donation-based classes, with one person describing a Sunday donation class with a new teacher who provided a 10 minute savasana which was superb, supreme and much needed. While visitors don’t mention specific accessibility features like wheelchair access, the studio’s location across from New Seasons and various food places on Hawthorne adds practical convenience for the neighborhood.