Thoughts & Inspiration

notes from the Giving Tree Yoga teachers

The Role a Yoga Mat Plays in Your Practice

(and is it worth the investment?) If you’ve been practicing yoga at Giving Tree, you’ve probably heard us emphasize that yoga is not...

To Namaste or Not

For many students, this phrase, “namaste,” is as integral to the practice as the asana itself. But just as each individual’s yogic journey..

Home is Where Your Mat is

No matter your mat, mood, or setting, all good yogis know that the real work of yoga takes place within. The difference may be where you are

The Why Behind No Mirrors in Our Studio

No mirrors in the studio means less visual and mental distractions that disrupt the connection to how your yoga practice should feel.

A Yin Journey Through the Eight Limbs of Yoga

A Yin Journey Through the Eight Limbs of Yoga - begin the year journeying through the eight limbs of yoga to focus on yoga as a whole

The Vision of Giving Tree Yoga + Wellness, a Journey to Wellness through Yoga

Giving Tree Yoga + Wellness is a brainchild of Melissa Lopez, born from a place of authenticity and a desire to share the gift of yoga.