Yoga Refuge — Local services in Portland

I randomly tried a class at Yoga Refuge last October because it is close to where I live in Montavilla and have been going back several times a week ever since. With many teachers of varying backgrounds and different class types to choose from, plus a room full of props for support and modification, this inclusive studio has something to offer every body of any level/ experience (except bodies that can not climb a flight of stairs, the only drawback to this beautiful, wood-floored, plant-filled space -- although there are also a few on-line options). From heat-generating hatha flow to down-regulating yin to yoga nidra, I have yet to find a class or teacher I don’t like (though I do have my favorites). The Yoga Refuge has become an important part of my grounding, growth, healing, and community as a human being in modern times. If you’re interested in yoga, you should...

Stunning atmosphere and experienced teachers. The childcare offerings are so incredible, the Little Lotus Learning Center is so sweet.

I forgot to read the website's policies, make sure you reserve your class/childcare sign-up in advance, to ensure the childcare is available.

We almost walked away, but another mama arrived with her son, and generously offered to provide childcare so that my friend and I could attend yoga. To a mama with a full-time job and no space for yoga, it was a gift beyond measure.

This is the type of community that the Yoga Refuge cultivates. The environment glows with healthy green plants reaching for the ceiling. The second-story space is full of light, and removed from the bustle of the Montavilla strip.

Saravati Hewitt's class brought me back to my Ashtanga origins with a fun,...

I absolutely love this studio. I have been coming for several years now and at first I only did the Sunday class. When I started we were was coming out of that initial Covid time and I still did some yoga through an online program. I completed a 2 year teacher training in Anusara yoga 20 years ago and though I never consistently taught, I am pretty picky about being taught yoga. I finally committed to coming to Yoga Refuge regularly and trying other classes and I’m so happy I did! There are some amazing teachers and I think enough different styles to fit everyone. And it actually is affordable yoga! I’m so glad this is in my neighborhood and it doesn’t hurt that I work across the street, but I have been to many yoga studios over the past 20 plus years and this is my official...