Yogasmith

As a personal trainer, I wreck my body day in and out teaching classes. Practicing with Joel has helped me balance out my vigorous fitness regiment to stay injury free. Also, the way he offers «streams» of 6 – 8 week classes keeps me accountable for a regular practice.
Joel is truly a gem among yoga teachers (and all humans). His classes have helped me cultivate focus, gratitude, courage and compassion, and taught me the importance of slowing down to listen to my body. The value in practicing at the Smith is well worth my trek from Ballard.

I’ve done yoga on an off for 10 years and recently started again here. I’ve taken several classes with Megan, she is great. A nice mixture of strength, stretching, breathing, and meditation, with a little philosophy to top it off. I’m always a little sore the next day – good sore. The studio is simple but lovely.

I have tried practices at many really good studios in Seattle and around the world, but Yogasmith is my favorite. Yoga studios consist of three primary components: the teacher, the space itself and the people who attend. Yogasmith delivers on all three. Plus Joel is one of the best Yoga instructors I have encountered. He is insightful with his advice on postures and every class feels new. I highly recommend Yogasmith.

Yoga has become essential to my lifestyle now — and it’s all due to Joel’s approach. He helps you understand the poses and the practice — and respects everyones level or pace. The Yogasmith studio and community is welcoming and a perfect fit in Georgetown.

I have been practicing with Joel for over four years. I feel so lucky to have him as my yoga teacher! I used to injure myself fairly regularly at other studios and have never injured myself in Joel’s classes. He teaches the poses so that you do them correctly. He also teaches in a way that unites the mind, body and spirit — which is what yoga truly is. Joel is a true gem and the Yogasmith is a wonderful space to practice in.

2 years ago I was a completely new to practicing yoga. I have never felt more at home and welcomed as I have been with Joel and Yogasmith. As cliché as it sounds, it seriously changed my life. The people and energy here is so positive, I honestly couldn’t think of going anywhere else to practice. Joel is incredibly patient and honest with his teaching. Yogasmith offers many options for classes for everyone’s busy schedule. And… plenty of free parking!

Joel from YogaSmith has a very straightforward but refreshing approach to yoga. He not only makes everyone from beginner to advanced feel very very welcome in the practice but he also sets forth a focus for each session that helps you stay focused and stimulated to try new poses. As a person with back challenges and limited flexibility I never feel like I have to do something my body does not want to do. I have become stronger and less prone to re injuring myself since starting his classes and this to me is worth it’s weight in gold as I have a very physical job. I highly recommend Joel and also love how he created such a welcoming environment. His approach will make everyone feel welcome.

Ive attended classes at the Yoga Smith and I have to say, LOVE it! unlike other yoga studios where I have practiced in the past, YogaSmith incorporates a teaching and a meditation in each session. As the days of my life get busier and more hectic, I find this is a place where I can slow the thinking down, focus on breath, and bring up to the surface my gratitude for all the things in my life that are wonderful. Its an amazing workout, with proper posture instruction, free tea and lots of nice people.

I am fairly new to Yoga. The skill with which Joel guides the classes make learning rewarding and enriching.

I started going to Yogasmith this summer because it was close and convenient. I’d done yoga in the past at other studios, so I sort of knew what I was in for, but after my first class, I was thrilled with the difference. Joel maintains small classes to ensure adequate safety and one on one instruction with each student. The environment is quiet and respectful yet upbeat and inclusive. Becoming a part of this community has been a highlight of the summer for me. Not only that, but Joel offers affordable rates and has a flexible schedule that evolves every six weeks, making it easy for busy folks like me to find the time to honor themselves and their bodies.