Yoga to the People
(Now Closed)Yoga Studio
East Village, New York
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most of the teachers play Coldplay and say every sentence like its a question and inform you that "humans are like, really complex." oh, the sacrifices I make for sliding scale yoga...
JPAugust 24, 2014Great yoga spot. $2 to rent a mat and the class is donation based. Come at least 20 min early to get a good spot. Each class varies in difficulty so be ready for a surprise!
EvanNovember 25, 201290 minute power vinyasa on Sundays are my favorite, and NYC's best yoga bargain. Get there at least 15 minutes early, and BYO mat (though they do provide them). Pay nicely.
Love it here! Get there at least 15 minutes early to get a good spot. The classes in the morning and afternoon work up a mild sweat, but from 6 o'clock on its workout time! Go then for the best sweat.- CollegeFashionistaFebruary 3, 2014Yoga is the perfect workout for college students because it's simultaneously challenging and relaxing. Don't worry about your budget at Yoga to the People – donate as much or as little as you can.
CompassJuly 24, 2013This free studio makes Vinyasa yoga accessible to everyone. Even though classes can be crowded, the come-one-come-all spirit puts everyone in a good mood.
Expect to sweat bullets. Just make sure you bring not only your mat, but also both water AND Gatorade/Powerade. #Namasté #OmShanti 🕉🙏🏿👣💅🏿
Jack ReevesMarch 27, 2016Awesome. You sweat. You breathe. You groan and twist and shake. It's yoga. It's beautiful. Get there early, bring cash for donation.
Kristine YappJanuary 16, 2012My favorite yoga studio in the city. It is donation based and does not take reservations. So show up early to get a good spot. I like the 3rd floor better. Expect it to be crowded.
A large number of yoga classes are offered each day. Classes can get crowded so show up early to get a good spot.
ShawnieJune 7, 2013Monday thru Friday:,7am, 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4:30pm 6pm, 7:30pm, 9pmSaturday: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 5pm, 7pmSunday: 10am, 12pm (90min), 2pm, 5pm 7pm (candle-lit) & 8:30pm (candle-lit)
Victor LiMay 17, 2016Great instructors and environment. Non-judgemental and a great place for beginners or advanced yogis. My favorite place to practice!
Lauren SmithJanuary 5, 2015Show up early & be prepared to SWEAT! This place gets packed but it's filled with positive vibes and good energy.
msMarch 11, 2015I went here for my first yoga class ever. I was sore for two days afterward but totally understand the hype. If you're thinking of going, DO. You will be hooked
Norma MartinezDecember 13, 2015The instructors are great mixing in "pushups " to the mix...my arms have toned w/in a month..I've found strength in my wrists.
Monday-Friday: 7am, 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4:30pm 6pm, 7:30pm, 9pm. Saturday:10am, 12pm, 2pm, 5pm, 7pm. Sunday10am, 12pm (90min), 2pm, 5pm, 7pm (candle-lit) & 8:30pm (candle-lit)
Kirsten AlanaDecember 6, 2011Get there early. Free yoga in NYC means a crowd and this place fills up fast. Also, bring bottled water. You WILL sweat. A lot. Don't get dehydrated.
Good place if you know what you're doing. Not recommend if you are new as the classes are so packed it's impossible for the teachers to actually do anything but yell out poses and tell you to breathe
Evening classes fill up fast! Get there 10-15 mins ahead to secure a comfy spot. Studio is still donation based. Namaste.
If you can drag yourself out of bed, the 7am classes are great and not too busy- If you can drag yourself out of bed, the 7am classes are great and not too busy
- Nate FolkertMarch 19, 2014One hour classes daily Monday through Friday at 7am, 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4:30pm 6pm, 7:30pm, and 9pm #onehouryoga Read more
CellucorJanuary 25, 2013If you want a good spot, be sure to arrive as early as you can! This will ensure that you get the best spot possible!
ZocDocOctober 20, 2011Staying healthy is about the mind as well as the body, so here’s a great chance to exercise both! The donation-based class is appropriate for both beginners and more advanced yoga students.
My favor classes are 9 on weeknights. Never too crowded its a perfect way to wind down after a long day. Get there 10 minutes prior and you'll be fine. Wknd classes, get there 20-30 min before.
arrive 15 min before, take a few min to settle in, to your yoga, whatever that means: give yourself the full hour. then sign the petition: yoga can't be owned, can it? Read more
Ranu RajkarnikarJanuary 30, 2015Donation based 1 hour vinyasa classes. No frills space, but a solid practice. Bring your own mat.- Always crowded. Always very warm. Always great yoga. The result is that you'll always feel better when you leave.
Try to use a restroom before you arrive. Always a long line right before class and you don't want to miss those precious moments in child's pose!
Afi Yellow-DukeJune 21, 2015Great cheap classes… but it's crowded and you will break a serious sweat… like go shower after
Lenora JayneSeptember 25, 2012Get there early on Mondays after work (or wait until 9pm!)! The 7:30pm class is usually packed.
Invest in your own yoga mat, the ones they have for rent are smelly...get there early, it gets crowded! amazing workout!
The second floor is the only studio to have air conditioning! Arrive a half hour early to get the floor of your choice.- ShawnieMay 17, 2013The 6pm and 7:30pm classes on weekdays fill up quickly. Arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time.
Basic Vinyasa flow, no pretense, usually work up a healthy sweat & fills the lungs with new life. My weekend treat to myself, never regretted.
Get here 20-30 mins earlier for a good spot since it can get crowded. The 3rd floor seems less strenuous than the 2nd floor.
Get there early for a spot. Love it here. Been going for 7 years!- Nate FolkertJanuary 3, 2014Late evening yoga classes Monday through Friday at 9:00pm. Candlelight yoga Sunday at 8:30pm. Read more
breathe. be OK with mats/people being 1 inch from yours. they often remind us, this is NYC... you chose this. so smile :)
Halfway through my class the Michael Jackson song from Free Willy came on. I know this isn't really a tip but still awesome!
My favorite place to do yoga in the city. Unpretentious, donation based and nothing but the good ol' basics.
lululemon athleticaSeptember 24, 2010The studio offers purely donation-based classes to all types of people! The open-embrace philosophy and relaxed energy keeps the studio alive by word of mouth.- AJJuly 29, 2013Wonderful class taught by fabulous instructors. Will forever go here to break a sweat! 😅😅
- Norma MartinezDecember 13, 2015Tranquility from the instructor' soft spoken voice ....a sort of peace. Luv it ..
Vivian RamirezDecember 6, 2016This place is just okay. It gets crowded and the teachers are just okay- but it is pay what you wish- so you get what you pay for. Still amazing classes here are possible.
Best combo is St Marks Yoga to the People and then Mamoun's Falafel 2 doors down! (Both cash only)
Arrive 15 minutes early, bring a towel, and be ready to sweat. The studio is donation-based, with a suggested donation of $10.
CAMNY DENIMApril 4, 2012CAMNY girls love yoga.. favorite studio! Vinyasa flow will kick your ass, then go get some fro-yo at Sixteen Handles after!
- Nothing beats the ringing of the Tibetan singing bowl in terms of vibrations & sensations!
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Yoga to the People
12 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave.)
New York, NY 10003
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New York, NY 10003
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(917) 573-9642
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