Yoga Refuge

Have taken 5 daytime classes at Yoga Refuge. Each instructor - Micki, Jennifer and Heather - is knowledgeable, welcoming and flexible to the needs of individual students in their own unique ways. I so enjoy the top floor studio itself - how it overlooks Montavilla and Mt. Tabor and is always full of natural light. Will keep coming back!

A beautiful place, amazing space, and incredible teachers. You can feel how much energy and effort is put into making this space welcoming. A wonderful respite from my every day life. Highly recommended!

I feel amazing after every class I attend here. The poses feel like they help address common body challenges that come up from working behind a desk for hours. It's a laid-back atmosphere with great age diversity. Not a competitive lulu lemon vibe, which I appreciate. But it's also not an over-the-top hippie feel. Super accessible and welcoming.

Yoga Refuge is a tucked away sacred space. The studio is clean, comfortable and bathed in natural light. I have enjoyed every instructor! Each one brings their own unique style and they are so knowledgeable with the poses. Classes always start and end on time, and there are many varieties of classes offered each day. I am new to yoga and I feel at home with the Yoga Refuge community. All are welcome and you have to come try a class to know how special it feels. Julie F.

Beautiful studio in the heart of Montavilla providing welcoming environment for yogis of all levels. Yoga Refuge hosts events and workshops on a sliding scale and profits from benefits support local grassroots efforts that have direct impacts on the Portland community. Drop-in packages and membership options to fit every budget are available. Sign up online for an in-person or zoom class today. Namaste...

I am new to Portland in the second half of 2019. This is my favorite yoga studio in southeast Portland - and I have tried a handful. The reason - the instructors here create a strong sense of community and caring. I can practice yoga anywhere - but what I need, in addition, is a welcoming, compassionate practice - and that is exactly what I am finding here. Because I travel so much, I haven't had a chance to appreciate too many of the instructors but have especially enjoyed Jennifer's Sunday morning Gentle Yoga, Sasha's Hatha classes and Restorative Yoga with Andrea. Happy practices, yogis!!!

I've really enjoyed Yoga Refuge so far! It's the first yoga studio I've gone to where I don't feel judged. The classes are great for every level whether it's your first class or you've been doing yoga for years! I prefer Vinyasa and Eliana mostly teaches that class...and SHE IS AMAZING! I get sad on Mondays and Tuesdays and Fridays when that class isn't offered--but it is forcing me to try different styles, so it's a win-win : Also the founder, Holly, reaches out to new students and offers them a free 30 minute yoga intentions setting appointment...that's an amazing offer. I feel at home here.

If cost weren't a factor I would give this place 5 stars! I am using the introductory month, and loving it. The space itself is beautiful and welcoming. There are a lot of classes on offer, and each one I've attended seems quite suitable for all levels of practice. I like the variety of instructors, each one with their own style. The studio is well stocked with props and assists, and the mats are available for rent. I won't be able to afford any kind regular membership after the intro ends, but! they do offer a "community" class taught by a student that is priced on a sliding scale below their drop-in rate which is also beyond my range for as often as I would love to go! In all, it's a great studio if you prefer a higher-end practice space.

It’s so good to have Yoga Refuge in Montavilla. The instructors are warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, clear and compassionate. I have taken classes with three different instructors and each have been great. All poses can be modified; they want you to feel comfortable and to attend to your needs, and those who want to reach further are likewise encouraged. I wish I could attend a class daily! Prices are affordable and they have great packages for folks new to the studio. If you’re a Montavillain you’re in luck for all yoga needs!

Yoga Refuge is my neighborhood studio and I love having such a sweet studio nearby. There is a diverse offering of class styles and teachers who consistently offer quality guidance and create a safe, welcoming environment. They offer a really affordable intro package and an extra discount through Chinook Book!.