Up Yoga

DAY 4 — EMPOWERMENT

There’s something powerful about realizing:
“Oh…I can do hard things.”

Not because they suddenly became easy.
But because you became stronger.

That’s empowerment.

At Up Yoga, we believe strength and confidence are built through practice. Through challenge. Through showing up for yourself again and again.

And eventually, something shifts.

You trust yourself more.
You speak more clearly.
You stop waiting for permission.
You realize you’re capable of more than you thought.

That energy doesn’t stay on the mat. ❤️

DAY 3 — INTEGRITY

Integrity is more than doing the “right” thing.

It’s alignment.
When your actions match your values.
When the way you move through the world reflects what matters most to you.

Sometimes integrity looks strong and bold.
And sometimes it looks like listening to your body, taking child’s pose, owning a mistake, or having an honest conversation.

We practice integrity on the mat so we can live it off the mat too.

“We align our actions with our values and operate with transparency, accountability, and respect.” ❤️

DAY 2 — GROWTH

Growth can look big.
A new job, a hard conversation, a handstand.

And sometimes growth looks much quieter.

One more breath in the pose.
Pausing before reacting.
Trying again.
Coming back to your mat when it would be easier not to.
Picking up a heavier weight or being ok setting them down.

We believe growth happens through challenge, consistency, and a willingness to keep showing up - on and off the mat.

Not all growth is visible.
But it all matters.

Keep showing up. ❤️

DAY 1 — CONNECTION

Nine years of Up Yoga starts here.

This photo was taken right after Katie taught one of her very first classes at Up. You can feel it in the hug…the excitement, the momentum, the feeling that we were building something together.

Connection changes everything.

We can move through life believing we are separate, guarded, and on our own.Or we can choose to come from:WE ARE CONNECTED.

Connected to our breath.Connected to our bodies.Connected to our community.Connected through shared experience, challenge, laughter, and support.

That choice shifts how we experience everything.

Today we celebrate CONNECTION:“We build meaningful relationships through shared practice, honest communication, and community support.”

And honestly…this community is proof of that every single day. ❤️

A week in Nicaragua, and it’s everything we love about this practice…expanded.

Daily yoga and meditation, space to move, breathe, and reset. Mornings that begin with intention, evenings that soften into stillness.

And in between, adventure and play, sailing, horseback riding, zip lines, surfing, dancing to live music, wine tasting, smoothies, tacos on the beach, and fresh, nourishing meals every day at the incredible Verdad Boutique Eco-Resort.

What really makes it though, the connection. New friendships, shared experiences, laughter, support, and that feeling of being part of something bigger.

It’s the same energy you feel walking into Up Yoga…just stretched across a full week, in absolute paradise.

Grateful for this community, and we’re already dreaming about the next one.

We made it.

1,000 classes for Carrie 🤍

She just turned 61 and shared that her biggest lesson from yoga is learning how to age comfortably and successfully.

That says everything.

Carrie also speaks so highly of the community—the connection, the conversations, the feeling of being part of something.

And to celebrate, she invited some of her longtime teachers to join her… including founding teacher Colin 🤍

1,000 classes is incredible.
We’re so proud of you, Carrie. Huge congratulations 🤍

We care deeply about your growth.

Not just what it looks like but how it feels to be in your body, your breath, your experience on the mat.

As teachers, we show up with real intention to support your progress in your practice. Yes, that can mean building strength, finding balance, or exploring more advanced shapes.

And it can be more. Growth might look like…

-Staying for one more breath.
-Feeling steadier in the middle of discomfort.
-Letting your mind quiet, even just for a moment.
-Noticing when effort turns into strain and choosing something different.
-Reacting less. Listening more.
-Understanding instead of just doing.

It’s important to notice all the areas of your practice so you can truly appreciate and recognize your progress 💜⭐️🆙

We first shared this on February 4 during the height of the ICE surge in Minneapolis on our temp IG account.

We’re reposting it because it still reflects who we are, what we stand for, and how we practice yoga. 💜

Ever wonder why we hand out chilled towels at the end of class?

It isn’t just a treat — it’s part of the practice. ❄️💛

The cool towel helps your body regulate after the heat, calms your nervous system, and gives you a moment of grounding before you step back into your day.

A tiny ritual with a big impact.