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Iyengar Yoga

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Welcome to Studio Po

Studio Po is a Toronto-based Iyengar Yoga studio located in the Dupont & Symington neighbourhood, at the tip of the Junction Triangle. Our loft space is bright and spacious and fully equipped for your yoga needs. Whether you are curious about yoga, looking to develop strength and stability, or ready to take your existing practice to a new level, we have yoga classes for you! 

 
 

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What Students Are Saying

Testimonials

I started practicing yoga at Studio Po almost two years ago. My stress and anxiety have decreased, I’m sleeping better, and I feel much more fit and flexible; before Studio Po I couldn’t even touch my toes, and now I can reach my toes and even stand on my head, which is something I never imagined I would be able to do. The teachers at Studio Po care about their students and will go above and beyond to help find appropriate pose modifications for students who experience any pain, discomfort, or inflexibility on any part of the body. Seriously love this place!

- Susan F.

Sharon is so amazing with the kids. My girls, K. and E., really love her and they go because of her! They enjoy the classes so much (I've never heard them complain) and they get a ton out of the 1 hour. If I had to, I would drive even further to bring the kids to Studio Po! Thanks Sharon, for being such a wonderful teacher.

- Christine W.

I highly recommend this studio! I just came from a healthy back workshop and feel incredible! Earlier this year, I was inconvenienced with a herniated disk in my lower lumbar and coming to this studio was the best choice I made. In particular, Stephanie Tencer has been an incredible teacher. Very thorough. Her words and instruction sink in deeply during practice, which allows me to get deeper into my practice. The studio is clean, white and bright. There's a roof top sun window, to allow natural lighting. It's a very tranquil space.

- Megan M.

Had my first class today and it was amazing. I have done yoga in the past but never Iyengar Yoga. It's very different from any other yoga classes I've done, but in a really great way. I was a bit surprised by the lack of mirrors in the practice space. However, I actually found that I was able to listen to my body more about the corrections I needed rather than just looking in the mirror for corrections. So excited for my next class!

– Amanda M.

Had my first class with Stephanie (old and dear childhood friend) and am so thoroughly impressed with her combo of skill and kindness. Couldn't have chosen a better class to attend if I tried. Thank you.

– Judi L.

I've been working with Sharon and Stephanie for over a year and have seen huge improvements in my practice. The studio offers knowledgeable teachers, ample props available, lots of class times, very reasonable pricing, and a parking lot! You can't go wrong at Po :)

– Gina M.

I came back to Iyengar yoga practice after a year of shoulder and wrist problems/pain. Studio Po was a delight to find in the area. Big, bright welcoming studio space with very knowledgeable, precise instruction. After a month of once a week of practice my shoulder is in much better shape, and the pain in my wrist is almost completely gone. Highly recommend!

– Stevie M

I had my first class at po today and it was amazing. It's a learning process, but the instructor was very helpful. You learn the correct form and the how to extend your learning beyond the classroom. Thank you for a great class!

– Natalie S.

Beautiful, light-filled, well-equipped studio with excellent teaching and a wonderful warm community. Lots of classes at every level.

– Jill G.

Studio Po is a very special space and a very special community, filled with light, love, and integrity.

– Paul G.

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Prepping the legs for standing forward bends, seated poses, & inversions... These diligent Sunday morning students became so inwardly focused, the quietness in the room almost had a texture to it. A photo doesn't do it justice but a beautiful scene it was 💛💛💛🙏. --- #iyengaryoga #studiopo #bksiyengar #practiceyogadaily #yogalove #yogainspiration #yogaclass #yogateacher #yogastudent #forwardbends #introspection
Guess what? We acquired 20 small stools - woot woot🎉 -- During yesterday's early morning practice session, @stephtenceryoga and @karstock5 played around with a dozen different ways to use them. All sorts of setups - inversions, supine, and seated poses. Surprisingly, they're quite versatile! Do you use these little stools in your practice? Do you have a favourite setup? If yes, we'd love it if you'd share some photos 😊🙏💛 -- #iyengaryoga #studiopo #bksiyengar #practiceyogadaily #yogalove #yogaplay #yogafun #yogachallenge #selfpractice #yogainspiration #yogaprops #yogaposes #funwithprops #yogaexploration #nosuchthingasonesizefitsall
Know any #youngyogis? Register them now for @torotora15 's new class!!! Tuesdays at 4:30 pm. Begins on January 22nd. -- Online registration available at: www.studiopoyoga.com/youngyogis -- #iyengaryoga #studiopo #kidsyoga #youngyogi #yogaclass #yogaisfun #yogainspiration #yogalove #funyoga #funonthemat #startemyoung
Why not start 2019 with something new? Like... taking a class with the newest addition to Studio Po's teaching team, Shreya Shah. Welcome aboard, Shreya!!!! -- Join Shreya for classes on Saturday afternoons! ✨Level 2: 1:30 pm ✨Level 1: 3:15 pm -- "BKS Iyengar says that one must take the practice of yoga off the mat and teaching, in particular, has helped me to find perspective, gratitude, and compassion in all areas of my life." - Shreya -- #studiopo #iyengaryoga #yogateacher #yogalife #yogalove #bksiyengar #studiolife #yogaclass #yogaisfun #Yogastudent #yogaaddict #yogafriends #newteacher #joyofyoga
In this morning's self-practice session, Steph was reflecting on memorable moments from Geetaji’s classes, specifically the first time she heard Geeta use the phrase ‘do or die!' -- "We had been working on penetrating into the upper back and Geetaji said that we ought to pound our dorsal spine in until we die! I remember looking around the hall to see if I had actually heard her correctly. Lol, did she really want us to die?? 😂. It has since become one of my favourite Geetaji teaching memories because it so clearly highlights the intensity of her teaching. GEETA TAUGHT EVERY CLASS AS IF IT WAS HER LAST CHANCE TO MAKE US UNDERSTAND THE BEAUTY AND BRILLIANCE OF IYENGAR YOGA. She gave us and Yoga her all, always." -- To honour Geetaji, a couple of us in practice today decided to work on poses that go just that bit beyond our comfort zone. While the presentations may not be beautiful, it was remarkable to experience the resulting sense of playfulness, exploration, and self empowerment buzzing through the studio. We committed fully to each of our respective attempts and in doing so, it felt like we tapped into an electric, creative, and brilliant element of Geetaji’s essence. Geetaji, you will ALWAYS be with us in PRACTICE! -- Forever GRATEFUL 🙏🙏🙏🙏 Forever INSPIRED ❤️❤️❤️❤️ -- Pranaams to Geetaji✨🌺✨🌺 --
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Geetaji... Heartbroken 💔 for the loss of this extraordinary teacher while also heartfull 💓 for her immense generosity and incredible teachings. -- Geetaji, may you be at peace after a life of unparalleled service and unimaginable devotion to the art of yoga. We are forever grateful 🙏🙏🙏🙏✨ -- Sending love and support to the Iyengar family and to all who are mourning. -- #iyengaryoga #bksiyengar #geetaiyengar #geetaji #guru #yogalove #yogateacher #forevergrateful
What a delight to celebrate and honour BKS Iyengar 💯 with fellow yogis at the studio! May the memory of his light, love, and laughter fuel meaningful practice for all who are enticed down this path 🙏💛. -- #iyengaryoga #studiopo #bksiyengar #practiceyogadaily #yogalove #bkscentenary #bks100birthday #bksiyengarcentenary #bksiyengaryoga #yogacommunity #sharethelove
Ok, so we may have gotten carried away with all sorts of Iyengar-style vinyasa that we forgot to take photos during Stephanie's Deconstructing Asana workshop 🤦‍♀️. On the plus side, we (almost) managed a group shot at the end 😁🙏💛. --- Thx to everyone who came out to PLAY!!!! --- Ummm.. Paripurna Navasana -- Malasana -- Full Arm Balance -- you are ALL going to work that one, RIIIIIGHT? --- #iyengaryoga #studiopo #bksiyengar #practiceyogadaily #yogaworkshop #yogaisfun #yogainspiration #yogaclass #yogalove #torontoyoga #junctionto #jtriangle #1wiltshire #yogamakesmehappy #yogaplay #vinyasa #armbalances #torontoyoga
Arm balances, folks...let's do this! 👊 Sunday, December 9th, 1-4 pm -- In this advanced clinic, @stephtenceryoga will deconstruct and explore the various actions that make up #bakasana & #parsvabakasana. Then, drawing on strength, focus, & a non-negotiable sense of humour 😂, students will piece all the elements back together in hopes of shedding light on these challenging (yet fun and immensely rich) poses. -- Advance registration is required (👉 link in bio) -- #iyengaryoga #studiopo #bksiyengar #practiceyogadaily #yogaworkshop #yogaisfun #yogainspiration #yogateacher #yogaclass #yogalove #yogaprops #yogaposes #yogaaddict #yogajourney #yogalover #instayoga #instayogi #yogaeverydamnday #yogalife #yogafun #yogachallenge #armbalance #stephtencer
Thank you @yogajourney_collingwood for sharing your Yoga for Healthy Feet workshop with us! It was JAM packed with practical (ok and some pretty comical 😂) info. Your kindness and humour 💯 lit the place up and we hope you will come visit us again soon 🙏💛
Yoga can be intimately personal but also collectively bonding… #sadhana students, could you feel it??? --- Kudos for courageously working it out on the mat, each day. For some, the challenge was to do MORE. For others, the challenge was to do LESS. Neither easy, but both NECESSARY for unleashing the transformative power of asana. --- “Asana interpenetrates from the skin towards the self and outer penetrates from the self towards the skin, touching the physical, mental, intellectual, and spiritual bodies.” - BKS Iyengar --- May your sadhana continue to feed you in the most nourishing of ways🙏🙏 --- Until next time… Spring Sadhana: April 23-26, 2019 --- #iyengaryoga #studiopo #bksiyengar #practiceyogadaily #yogaworkshop #yogaclass #yogalove #yogaprops #yogaposes #yogaaddict #yogajourney #yogalover #yogaforeveryone #earlymorningyoga #startthedayoffright #stephtencer #torontoyoga #junctionto #jtriangle #1wiltshire
Day #3 of #sadhana with @stephtenceryoga was about confronting something new (& challenging!) while being 100% okay with lack of grace and/or ease. What happens when you let yourself go there???? --- "It's also a yogic principle that those practising yoga must be encouraged to discover unknown territory by themselves. Even in the most talented, feelings of inferiority are strong. These feelings are not eradicated by rationalizing, but by the actual experience of self-observation. A poor self-image is diminished in the same manner. Positive personal experience through one’s own efforts will, under the hammer of repetition, slowly chip away undesirable characteristics.” — Swami Radha in Hatha Yoga: The Hidden Language --- #iyengaryoga #studiopo #bksiyengar #practiceyogadaily #yogaworkshop #yogaisfun #yogainspiration #inversionlove #yogateacher #yogaclass #yogalove #earlymorningyoga #startthedayoffright #stephtencer #torontoyoga #junctionto #jtriangle #1wiltshire