Urban Ashram Yoga

We turn to yoga for a lot of reasons: find some quiet time, score Anne Curtis’ abs, or destress after a busy week. Whatever your intentions are, Urban Ashram Yoga won’t let you down. North and South folks will love the convenience of this chic yoga studio. They have branches in Pasig, Bonifacio Global City, and Makati’s Central Business District to cater to young professionals wanting to take a break from their fast-paced lifestyle. It’s also a great place to start if you’re aiming for a healthy mind, body, and soul!

THE ADVOCACY

Urban Ashram Yoga aims to make yoga accessible to anyone. Their instructors are committed to providing safe and easy-to-follow classes for first timers and those who have been practicing for quite some time. You can schedule a class, regardless of your age or flexibility. They welcome students, young professionals, athletes, and even future mothers who want to connect with their body and baby while keeping fit!

Flexibility Not Required

True to its promise, Urban Ashram Yoga developed this signature class to cater to both yoga virgins and yogis who want to revisit the practice after a long hiatus. It’s a 75-minute session of non-stop alignment, breathing, and intelligent movements designed to build your strength and improve your coordination.

THE STUDIO

Urban Ashram Yoga exudes cozy, relaxing vibe. It’s filled with sleek modern spaces featuring unique furnishing and lighting pieces designed by the famous designer Kenneth Cobonpue. The interiors are something you’d see on Pinterest. From high ceilings, skylights, down to hardwood floors, all is designed to set you in the right mood.

Setting aside aesthetics, the yoga studio is also equipped with top-quality Manduka-brand yoga mats, bolsters, straps, and blankets for safe practice. They also have sound-proofing mechanism to avoid external distractions and maintain a naturally calming environment.

WHAT TO TRY

Unlike other yoga boutiques, Urban Ashram Yoga is the only studio in the Philippines that is affiliated with Green Yoga Association, an international body promoting responsible practices and earth-friendly choices. Their commitment to this advocacy has allowed them to maintain a steady stream of new and returning clients with classes that are almost always getting fully booked! Some of their popular programs include:

Beginner's Yoga Course + 1 Week of Unlimited Yoga Pass: Gone are the days when yoga is exclusive only for the fit and flexible. This Beginner’s Yoga Course pass will give you options to choose from up to six beginner programs including FNR (Flexibility Not Required), FNR Athletics, Stress-Free Gentle Flow Yoga, Pranayama & Meditation, Restorative Yoga, and Kundalini. Students are required to attend the first two-hour session, so you can learn the proper form and posture. After this, you can schedule your daily class using your practice-all-you-want pass!

4-Day Stability & Strength Couples Prenatal Course (BGC): Recommended for all expectant mothers, this pre-natal+ couple package allows you to connect with your partner while maintaining the health of your baby. At the end of the four-day workshop, you will be able to improve your balance and breathing techniques and discover optimal positions during your labor.