As I say "Good things happen in small spaces" so is true for this soulful studio in the heart of Bardonia, Rockland County. Willow Tree Yoga Studio is the namesake of the old grandma willow tree in its yard. The studio is a small, tranquil and peaceful place. The Buddha statues, bamboo accents and waterfall highlights, creates an ambiance of a spa to calm your stress and uplift your spirits the second you walk in.
Beatrice Mattaway ERYT 500, the studio owner is a kind and generous soul who believes in Seva and gratitude hence has made it financially accessible for everyone and has never raised a penny from its $10 (class card) since the studio opened in 2006. Beatrice started her yoga practice when she was just 5 years old and has learned from some renowned teachers in India and Japan. She just wants to share the gifts she has received from her Gurus with everyone else, so she started Willowtree Yoga. Same is true for the few teachers who teach here. Bill RYT and Nancy RYT are experienced for years, have depth in the subject and they give a piece of their soul to every class. It clearly shows its not a job for them but are truly in love with yoga.
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From beginners to advanced students, all are welcomed here. Some have been practicing here for years with the same teachers. They say the friendships they've made at this studio while doing yoga together are the most important part of their lives. Its a sisterhood they share with each other unlike in other studios where everyone comes on time spread their mats, do their Asanas, roll up and leave.
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There are several storefront, street front, popular yoga studios trying to keep up and cash in the recent yoga enthusiasm boom going on but this gem is an unsung hero who believes Yoga is all about Daana ( Generosity/Gift) This welcoming place is an escape for someone who is looking for a yoga home to belong. The philosophy here is, Its not just a about a workout fix but, Yoga is a physical, emotional and spiritual journey through which one will find their true inner authentic self.
No fancy marketing, no promotions, no gimmicks just simple peaceful Hatha Yoga at Willow Tree Yoga Studio!
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