January 19, 2026
Phrases like ‘50 is the new 30’ or ‘60 is the new 40’ have become very common over the past few years. And while it’s definitely true that many of us live longer and healthier than just a few decades ago, we can’t escape the fact that we’re all getting older. The good news is...
January 15, 2026
What’s your favourite sport? For some of us, the answer is yoga, but for others, running, fitness, or ball sports are more important. If that sounds like you, consider adding yoga to your routine to enhance your performance, reduce the risk of injury, and improve recovery between tough training sessions. Yoga has physical, mental, and...
December 22, 2025
Mention yoga to non-practitioners and their idea of what a yoga class is might vary widely. Some might imagine an hour of sitting cross-legged and chanting, whilst others may think of a vigorous workout. Granted, these are extremes, but you don’t need to look far to find either of these class styles. As a practice,...
December 15, 2025
What does your yoga practice do for you? For many practitioners, yoga is a great way of keeping fit, staying flexible, and improving their overall mobility. But there is a different side to practicing yoga – a calm and gentle healing practice that supports deep rest, can help relieve stress, and leave you feeling rejuvenated....
November 16, 2025
Picture this – you’ve been practicing yoga for some time, you’re taking classes and practicing at home, but after a phase of progress you now find yourself stuck. You’ve hit a plateau. Though frustrating, yoga plateaus are a normal part of your yoga journey. Follow these tips to overcome the feeling of being stuck and...
November 3, 2025
Why do you practice yoga? Many of us joined our first yoga class for the physical benefits. Perhaps you were or are looking to improve your flexibility, build strength, or improve muscle tone? All those are good reasons to practice yoga styles like ashtanga or vinyasa. But there is another side to practicing yoga that’s...
October 20, 2025
The average American spends nearly seven hours in front of a screen every single day. While digital technology has certainly enhanced and simplified many aspects of our daily lives (just think of online yoga classes), it’s also had a few negative side effects. Just think of screen-related stress, tension, and mental fatigue. Yoga can help...
October 5, 2025
How about swapping New Year’s resolutions for a week of rest, reconnection, and intention setting this January? We invite you to join our Uptown Yoga nature-based retreat in Costa Rica this January. Whether you’re already attending Uptown Yoga classes or not, this retreat offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the power of nature in a...
September 17, 2025
What are your mornings like? Many of us follow a favorite routine. Perhaps you start with a short yoga session, or perhaps you make a beeline for the coffeemaker before thinking about what to have for breakfast. Our point is this – when your routine is disrupted, your entire day may feel off-balance. The same...
September 3, 2025
Try as you might to avoid them, injuries and health setbacks are part of life. As you start on your path to recovery, you’ll likely need to make time for medical treatment and perhaps also physical therapy. Returning to your yoga practice may seem a little daunting at first, but done right, your time on...
