bCalm Power Yoga Studio Grand Opening in Hopkinton!

The serene environment at Hopkinton's  bCalm Power Yoga Studio was buzzing with excitement on Saturday morning. Owner Lesley Reilly, together with her staff and scores of volunteers hosted an all-day, standing-room-only, grand-opening event.

The event began at 9 a.m. as yoga beginnners and enthusiasts streamed in the doors. Guests were greeted and toured the studio. Lesley's proud husband, Steve, welcomed guests and passed out energy drinks in a room near the enterance.

 "We are so proud of Lesley," Steve said. "Lesley is one of only 100 certified Baptiste Yoga Trainers in the whole world. She has been working towards this for a long time," he said.

Realtor Chuck Joseph of RE/MAX Executive Realty, 77 Main St., kicked off the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9:30 by introducing Lesley and her staff.

"It is an honor to share what I love with the community," Lesley said. "Thank you so much for coming out today. I would like to invite everyone to try a class. Yoga is for everyone!" 

The ribbon cutting was followed by a series of Vinyasa Flow Classes, where guests could attend 30-minute segments or the entire class. Classes are taught in a large, heated room which helps to cleanse the body and warm the muscles for enhanced flexibility and performance.

During the afternoon, the studio held raffles and a trunk show with clothing provided by Wild Buddha Designs and Lucy Women's Activewear. The raffle table was filled with colorful baskets of luxurious lotions, yoga apparel and gift certificates.

Interactive demos and a teen power hour were featured in the afternoon, along with a discount of 40 percent for patrons who signed up for classes that day.

Representatives from the Hopkinton Running Club, the Hopkinton Moms Club and the Hopkinton Girl Scouts took part in  Community Champions geared toward providing an environment where clubs, groups or teams can experience the benefits of yoga.

Those who tried the class can promote awareness and benefits of yoga amongst their groups.

The event was a success as guests were able to enjoy a full day of inspiring yoga classes and  celebrate Lesley's dream of sharing the calm that yoga can bring into our lives.

According to Lesley, the mission at Hopkinton's BCalm Power Yoga is yoga for every body - yoga for life.

For class schedule or more information see www.bCalmPowerYoga.com or call  508-544-YOGA (9642).