NoDa Yoga

01/29/2025

Hello. Hi. It’s me, , former owner of . In light of the troubling events from this past week, as a new administration seems intent on dismantling our democracy, I feel it’s important to revisit these slides from a few years ago. My belief has always been the same: yoga is deeply intertwined with the political landscape, and the ancient texts make that abundantly clear.

This studio and the vibrant community we have built will always prioritize compassion and justice over the rise of fascism. Let us remain steadfast in our commitment to one another.
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We are not just a yoga studio. Here are {only a few} of the things we give a sh*t about:
Abortion Rights. Inclusiveness. Climate Change. Feminism. Gun Reform. Black Lives Matter. Same-Sex Marriage. Liveable Wages. Voting Rights.
NoDa Yoga is Pro-Choice.
NoDa Yoga is for all folks who want more ‘choices’ from their yoga practice.
NoDa Yoga is proudly reconized as a brave space in our community and we will continue to fight inside and outside the studio, so all humans have the right to determine the course of their lives, including the right to an abortion.
We welcome all LGBTQ+, BIPOC, Differently-Abled, and Non-Traditionally Structured Families. If this offends you, we are not the right yoga studio for you.
We will no longer reach across our yoga mats to anyone who doesn’t believe in our humanity, in the humanity of those we love.

08/04/2024

🎭 Help Support Our Theatre Student’s Dream to Attend College💫

Dear Friends and Supporters,

Thank you for continuing to follow my journey with the nonprofit, .

I have a big ask.

We have an extraordinary student from our Theatre Gap Initiative who is on the brink of achieving her dream to attend college, but she needs our help to get there. Despite having no parental support, she has demonstrated incredible resilience and determination, securing scholarships and grants. However, she still faces a financial gap that may prevent her from attending.

We are reaching out to our amazing community with a heartfelt request to help raise $5000 to cover a portion of her remaining tuition costs.🙏

You can learn more about her journey and aspirations by visiting her GoFundMe in the LinkTree within the NoDa Yoga bio.

How You Can Help:
💛 Donate via GoFundMe: See LinkTree
💚 Venmo: Send your contribution to -yoga. We will provide you with updates and a personalized thank you from Lindsay and myself.

Your support can make a significant difference in her life. Let’s come together to invest in our young people and help this talented student achieve her dreams.

Thank you for your generosity and kindness. Together, we can make her dream a reality!

Thank you for taking the time to read her story.

Sincerely and with gratitude,
Jillian

02/12/2024

A letter from the owner:

Hello,

I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to reconnect and share some exciting news about the path I’ve taken since we last connected. I’ve embarked on a fulfilling journey with Theatre Gap Initiative (TGI), and I’m thrilled to share the details with you.

Over past two years, I’ve been serving as the Program Director for TGI, an organization that holds a special place in my heart. Leveraging my background in wellness as a yoga studio owner and instructor, I’ve been integrating my expertise into the innovative work of TGI. It’s been an incredible experience, combining my passion for service with the transformative power of the arts.

TGI’s mission is to be a vital first step in producing America’s next generation of Black and Brown actors, musicians, playwrights, and directors. High school graduates accepted to TGI in their gap year will receive intensive preparation for successfully applying to Bachelor of Fine Arts programs. Our rigorous BFA curriculum equips young artists with the skills, mentors, and opportunities they need to excel in stage, film, television, and theatre-arts education careers.

I invite you to join me on this inspiring journey by following through our newsletters and on Instagram and Facebook. By doing so, you’ll stay updated on our latest news, achievements, and the incredible stories of the talented individuals we support.

Instagram:

Facebook: Theatre Gap Initiative
https://www.facebook.com/theatregap

Your support means the world to me, and I would love to have you as part of our community. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like more information about TGI.

Thank you for being a part of my network, and I look forward to sharing the exciting developments with you.❤️🎭

11/30/2023

Good Morning Beauties!
Please come out on Saturday to support and
We are over the moon that a yoga space will remain in Oakhurst. It is so important to support local businesses and keep yoga communities thriving in this city. There will be lots of familiar faces with some fabulous class offerings. See you on the mat!

10/03/2023

Thank you Melissa Oyler for always telling our story.

We’ll miss the deep stretch classes and flow yoga — along with the warmth and community created by the inclusive practice.

10/02/2023

Dear NoDa Yoga friends,
With a heavy heart, I’m writing to you today to let you know NoDa Yoga will be closing its doors.
November 30, 2023 will be the last day of classes offered by NoDa Yoga.
We’ve discussed this with our team of teachers and staff, and we are committed to bringing you the very best of yoga right up until the end. We hope you’ll continue to support us as we navigate this next phase with as much grace and integrity as possible.
We believe deeply in the power of yoga to change lives and believe it plays an important part in communities.
NoDa Yoga may be going away but we are very excited and happy to announce Vicie Moran of Charlotte Family Yoga has agreed to take over the space. The driving mission of Charlotte Family Yoga is to create an inclusive yoga community that can meet students where they are in their practice.
Though the studio will be changing ownership, several of the NoDa Yoga teachers will remain and continue to offer a space for you to land. We hope you can find community and practice within Charlotte Family Yoga.
We will be sending communication with details pertaining to class packages and membership expirations in the next few days.
We understand this news may be surprising and saddening for many of you. If you want to reach out to us, please do so with the contact details provided below.
jillian@nodayoga.com and crasmussen8919@gmail.com
This was a difficult decision and please know we value each of you deeply.
We will leave you with a quote from one of our favorite authors, Mark Nepo.
“In release, we begin”
We will be forever grateful for what we all experienced and created together.
With gratitude and love,
Jillian and Craig

07/13/2023

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It’s Yin Yoga THURSDAY at NoDa Yoga!! Meet me on the mat at 9:30am EST for a practice to calm the mind, calm the body, and calm the breath!
REGISTER: www.NoDa yoga.com
📸: Ben Kalra

05/14/2023

Sending lots of love to everyone on this Mother’s Day ❤️ https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=38777&stype=40

04/30/2023

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02/13/2023

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02/01/2023

In collaboration with at The Forum at Hope Haven (Charlotte, NC), Y12SR founder, Nikki Myers leads Combined Training.

This training provides full certification and equips participants with the necessary knowledge, understanding and tools to safely offer Y12SR-Yoga of 12-Step Recovery classes in their communities.

ONLINE OR IN PERSON….your choice!

In this training we will explore:
-Investigate yogic and 12-Step principles as a foundation of addiction recovery
-Identify the symptoms of unresolved trauma and nervous system dysregulation
-Discover sustainable ways for self-regulation and ‘trigger’ management that support and enhance physical, mental and spiritual well-being

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01/01/2023

Happy New Year from all of us at NoDa Yoga! Fur babies and all.
We can’t wait to see you in 2023.🎉🎊🥳