Yogatown has long been aware of the lack of diversity within the wellness industry, including our studios. In February, 2020 the Yogatown management team devised a formal strategy to create a more diverse and inclusive space. Following the horrific murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020 and the awareness…

There are a countless number of yoga styles, classes, and teachers. Add to that the constantly evolving trends in the yoga community and it can be a challenge to find a practice or class that you can count on. Sometimes you want a reliable, familiar, yet interesting practice that feels…

Since opening our doors in 2008, Yogatown has helped thousands of yogis to find their OM, both on and off the mat – and now we’re helping athletes find their OM – in their sport. Yogatown is proud to be a community partner with the Canadian Sport Institute Ontario (CSIO)….

By definition, the word “townie” is used to affectionately describe someone who has been part of a town for their entire life. We want Yogatown to be your hOMe away from home, and our goal is to make you feel like a Townie from your first visit.   But, sometimes…

10 years ago, on December 8, 2008, Yogatown opened its doors. Where do I even begin?  As I reflect back on the last 10 years, I’m overwhelmed with so many memories and emotions.  A lot has changed since that day, but our commitment & core values remain the same.  I…

Yogatown uses a safe, clean, and environmentally friendly form of infrared heat to warm our yoga studios. Why? Because there’s a long list of benefits to using infrared heat. I’ll tell you about them in a moment, but first… Is Your Yoga Studio Using Clean Heat? Infrared was discovered by…

Yogatown was Ottawa’s first studio to offer classes exclusively in a heated room. Why? Because practicing in a heated room can enhance your yoga practice and provides a long list of benefits. Learn more about The Benefits Of Infrared Heat. But, did you know that not all heat is the…

There’s no arguing that cell phones are one of the most significant technological advancements in history and have led to countless benefits. We love our cell phones, however there are downsides to having all that convenience and computing power in our pocket. Ironically, the greatest criticism of cell phones is…