Torch Yoga

We all know yoga is better with friends! Tag your yoga bestie below! ⬇️

"Yogis, here's a great breath exercise you can do before practice, or any time of day that you're feeling like you need a breather!

🧘🏻‍♀️ Bring your feet together and interlock your 10 fingers, thumbs cross over. Place your hands underneath your chin.
🧘🏻‍♀️ Inhale and, lift your elbows up, suck your stomach in.
🧘🏻‍♀️ Exhale through your mouth and bring your elbows forward to touch.
🧘🏻‍♀️ Inhale, bring your chin down with a straight spine.
🧘🏻‍♀️ Exhale, hands touch, forearms touch, elbows touch.

Continue the breath for 10 rounds.

Be mindful of your stomach - sucking in on the inhale and relaxing it on the exhale.

Imagine (and feel) those F(ab)ULOUS abs the entire time!"

This month, we're spotlighting one of the integral people of Torch Yoga, Darrick. Darrick isn't a teacher (yet), but he's been part of Torch since the beginning. You may see Darrick around the studio building or giving some TLC to the facility, and of course, you'll see him inside the studio, too!

A decade ago, Darrick's life took a transformative turn with yoga. He had traveled to Michigan to visit Jess and decided to join one of her classes. Little did he know that class would ignite a passion that would last to this day.

Darrick regularly rolls out his mat for his fave Scorch and Burn classes, but he says it's the community that's been built at Torch that is his absolute favorite part! "I am amazed and love our community! It's wonderful to see our community engage in conversations after
classes."

Darrick, we appreciate you so very much. For everything that you do and the light that you bring to the studio - THANK YOU 🫶🏽

"😎 Want to make it a F(ab)ULOUS SUMMER? Then, watch our socials all month long for some of our fave ab postures and exercises to strengthen your abs and build a strong core!

No, we're not featuring these movements to encourage you to get ripped this summer; we're doing it because the core is one of the most important areas of the body!

Your core strength effects
⚡️ your posture by strengthening the spinal muscles
⚡️ your mobility to do everyday things like walk, lift and bend over
⚡️ your stability in your body to keep you safe in your fave activities

So, stay tuned to our account all month as we share tips and techniques to make it a truly F(ab)ULOUS SUMMER!"

🫶🏽 love this and love having you as part of the fam, Lena!

🗓️ July Events - SAVE THE DATES!

Grab your omies - there's a ton of great events going on at the studio this month ⬇️

💪🏽 July 1-August 31: All or Nothing Summer Challenge
Register by writing your name on the chalkboard and challenge yourself to 25, 35, or even 60 classes this summer

🇺🇸 July 4: Morning classes only

🏄🏻‍♀️ July 7: SUP Yoga
https://bit.ly/TYS-SUP-July7

🎼 July 7: Sound Healing with Austin Shook
https://bit.ly/TYS-SoundHealing-July7

🍻 July 28: Bend and Brew at Cova Brewing
https://bit.ly/TYS-BendNBrew-July28

With all of the demand we have decided to keep a limited schedule in the morning of July 4th. Make sure to sign up early to reserve your spot.

.co will be posted up at VB tomorrow!!! Don’t forget to preorder your bevi so it is waiting for you after class.

Did you know? Darrick's mom owns Pebble Creek Pottery who makes our very special Torch Tribe mugs. We can't think of a better way to start off the morning! ☕️

Meet the Torch Tribe - this is Kyle! 👋🏼 Wanting to reduce stress and anxiety and get in better shape, Kyle first tried out yoga with us about a year ago. Since then, he says his back pain is gone 🙌🏼 and he's stronger now than ever. The downside is he said he had to buy new clothes because he's lost weight!

We did a little Q+A with Kyle; here's what he had to say!

🔥 What advice do you give to something thinking about trying yoga?
"DO IT. The worst that could happen is you sweat a lot and burn some calories."

🔥 What's your fav posture?
"Plank! It's helping me build my core and upper body strength."

🔥 What do you love most about Torch?
"THE HEAT. Plus, everyone is really friendly and welcoming. I've never felt out of place while taking a class at Torch."

Kyle - thank you for being so amazing! We love having you as part of the tribe! 🫶🏽

Are you feeling anxious, disconnected, worn out or just overwhelmed?
Give yourself a much needed and well deserved break!
Wake up the ability to hear with more than your ears as you bathe in the sounds of 14 different instruments.
Join Austin Shook’s signature Sound Healing Experience. He will use an array of musical instruments from ancient cultures to create a space of peace so you can achieve deep relaxation.
He will hold space for you to connect with aspects of yourselves that often get foggy through repetitive daily routines.

This experience is an invitation for you to enter into your own essence, deeply connect with your body through ethereal sound vibration; to release, soften, unwind, envision and focus so you can calm the nervous system and quiet the restless mind.
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When: July 7th 7pm
Where: Norfolk Location
Admission: $40 per person, Members Save 10%
Space is filling fast. Sign up today to reserve your spot!!

Ah, Wayne Dyer at it again 🙌

⭐ Class Spotlight — SCORCH AND BURN ⭐

We don’t often take time to still the body because it can be uncomfortable. This class allows us to explore all that still ness has to offer allowing us to grow stronger with every breath. We will move through postures slowly holding from time to time to sit with the uncomfortable sensation.

As the room heats up so will the body. By the end of class, every muscle will be scorched leaving you stronger than ever both mentally and physically.

Comment below if you love Scorch and Burn!👇

Love is love every day at Torch - Happy Pride month, tribe. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Janille, thank you for sharing! We admire your commitment to self care 😊

🥂Bend and Brew at Cova Brewing w/Jess this Sunday🥂
Join us for a fun outing at Cova Brewing Company. In the heart of Norfolk.
We will gather for an hour class and stay after to enjoy the surroundings and community.
Admission includes 1 hour of yoga and 1 drink card after the class.
Where: Cova Brewing Company
When: June 16th 10 am
Cost: $18 Members save 10%, includes 1 beverage after class

We know how hard all of our teachers and students have been working all year long and we want to show our support for your efforts. From now until June 15th you can save big. Get a 3 month yoga pass for just 257$. That saves you 100$!! Do yourself a favor and sign up today!!🌊👙
The summer sale ends June 15th!!
Only available for purchase in studio🏝️☀️
Must show valid student/teacher ID for savings

✨ Join us on Thursday, June 20th at 7pm for an unforgettable evening of light and transformation. Celebrate the summer solstice with 108 Sun Salutations on our beautiful yoga deck in Virginia Beach.

Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, this intense yet deeply satisfying workout will light the flame of inspiration within you. Feel lighter, more energized, and ready to embrace summer with open arms.

Don't miss out on this beautiful experience! ☀️ https://bit.ly/tys-sunsal24

Celebrate Father's Day with us! Whether you call him Pops, daddio, papa, or dad, he's invited to join us for a complimentary workout. Bring your father to the studio for his first or thousandth class - no experience necessary!

At TYS we believe in... functional movement! 🤸🏽🏃🏽🏃

Our staff is highly trained to understand how the body moves. We offer students an experience of movement that promotes functional ability so they can navigate this life with ease.

Come see for yourself! Head to the website and sign up for class 😊

We're just days away from putting on our party pants to celebrate our new Norfolk location. Are you ready to 🎉celebrate🎉 with us?

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 8th, when we'll be hosting a grand opening event like no other. Expect a day with food trucks, an artisan market, and live music, all to commemorate the opening of our new studio space.

PLUS - We'll have free classes all weekend long - that's June 8th & 9th - so this is the best time to bring a friend to try a class!

The new 🔥hot spot is open!

Special thanks to our amazing community partners Roaming Spirits Mobile Bar, It Can Be Coffee, The Coop - Virginia , and Dan Pellegrino - Like The Water

🆕 EVENT: Awakening Higher States of Consciousness with Brian Lottman

Inspirational speaker, meditation teacher, and wandering monk Brian Lottman is coming to Torch for a can't miss event on Saturday, June 8.

In Brian's special class, you will learn simple practices for reaching the transcendent realms through mystical mantras, chakra clearing, breath, and meditation. Brian will lead you to tune in to the spiritual presence and touch the transcendental soul with a background of soul-stirring music.

🗓️ Saturday, June 8
⏰ 1 pm

Learn more and register online 👉🏼 https://www.torchyogastudio.com/events-workshops

The seeds you plant today will create your future. What seeds are you planting in your life this season?

Have you met Miranda yet? Miranda's been repping Torch since 2018 (where has the time gone?!?!), and she's tried every class on the schedule since she began with us.

We asked her what her favorite class was at Torch and, well, she couldn't choose! 😂

"I absolutely love Rockyurasana with Natalie! And I love Fundamentals with Ashley. Her readings before/after class are everything! But if I'm being honest, I love every class I've ever taken at Torch with all the instructors. Each instructor brings their own spice to the class. Scorch and Burn is another fan favorite....see! I can't just pick one!"

While Miranda couldn't single out a favorite class, she does have a go-to pose—Pigeon Pose. It's not a popular choice 😫, but for Miranda, it's the perfect way to unwind after a day at the office. 👌🏽

Miranda, thank you for being part of the Torch Tribe - we love and appreciate the energy that you bring! ❤️

Make sure to preorder your coffee before your class so they can have it ready and waiting for you after.

Upcoming Dates:
May 25th
Times:
9:30 am-TBD

The answer lies within YOU ✨