We warmly welcome you!
We warmly welcome you into our wonderful community at Yoga Upstairs. Our compassionate and skilled teachers offer individualized yoga instruction to help guide your personal exploration of yoga. Please come to class with an empty stomach, loose comfortable clothing and an open heart and mind.
Why You'll Love Yoga Upstairs
We offer various styles of yoga classes, which include; gentle, hatha, Iyengar, restorative and basic yoga. Besides the physical aspect of yoga, which helps to steady and quiet the mind, some of our classes offer a period of silent meditation. We also provide classes which are suitable for beginners and seniors. Our yoga workshops and events provide the opportunity for students to deepen their practice and experience our diverse community.
Our Schedule
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found. The more yoga classes she took, the more she discovered that yoga had the ability to meet all of her physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
Refine your poses to help train the mind to remain alert, focused and composed.
found. The more yoga classes she took, the more she discovered that yoga had the ability to meet all of her physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
found. The more yoga classes she took, the more she discovered that yoga had the ability to meet all of her physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
found. The more yoga classes she took, the more she discovered that yoga had the ability to meet all of her physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
Our friendly instructor offers personalized guidance, ensuring you feel safe and confident at your own pace. Whether you’re new to yoga, working with an injury, or looking to deepen your practice, you’ll find the support you need.
Come experience a warm, encouraging space where you can grow, strengthen, and find balance—one pose at a time!
something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She
later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
more.”
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our
own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-
body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She
later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
more.”
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our
own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-
body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She
later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
more.”
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our
own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-
body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
Our friendly instructor offers personalized guidance, ensuring you feel safe and confident at your own pace. Whether you’re new to yoga, working with an injury, or looking to deepen your practice, you’ll find the support you need.
Come experience a warm, encouraging space where you can grow, strengthen, and find balance—one pose at a time!
something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She
later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
more.”
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our
own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-
body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
“Admittedly I did not love yoga after my first class, the chatter was nonstop in my head but I did come away more challenged and more relaxed. I have spent years practicing yoga and wanted to know exact positions to deepen my practice and to be safe.
I am passionate about sustainability, functional movement, optimal nutrition, and holistic wellbeing; and above all, I am an insatiable learner! I love to share what I have learned with you.”
Michelle has her BSC in Wildlife Biology. When not practicing yoga, you can find Michelle in nature, cycling, taking photographs, kayaking, camping…anything that keeps her in the great outdoors. She and her husband have three children. Now that they have grown, she took the time and completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program, Gravity yoga, Trapeze Training, Breath Coach through Yoga Teacher’s College.
Michelle uses strength, flexibility and balance as the foundation of a three legged stool to create functional movement patterns throughout the body. She uses breath with movement to help students feel empowered to make positive change in their bodies. Michelle's positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage students in the most supportive way. Yoga is a means to detach from distraction and expand ones’ awareness through this moving meditation.
“Admittedly I did not love yoga after my first class, the chatter was nonstop in my head but I did come away more challenged and more relaxed. I have spent years practicing yoga and wanted to know exact positions to deepen my practice and to be safe.
I am passionate about sustainability, functional movement, optimal nutrition, and holistic wellbeing; and above all, I am an insatiable learner! I love to share what I have learned with you.”
Michelle has her BSC in Wildlife Biology. When not practicing yoga, you can find Michelle in nature, cycling, taking photographs, kayaking, camping…anything that keeps her in the great outdoors. She and her husband have three children. Now that they have grown, she took the time and completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program, Gravity yoga, Trapeze Training, Breath Coach through Yoga Teacher’s College.
Michelle uses strength, flexibility and balance as the foundation of a three legged stool to create functional movement patterns throughout the body. She uses breath with movement to help students feel empowered to make positive change in their bodies. Michelle's positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage students in the most supportive way. Yoga is a means to detach from distraction and expand ones’ awareness through this moving meditation.
found. The more yoga classes she took, the more she discovered that yoga had the ability to meet all of her physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
Our friendly instructor offers personalized guidance, ensuring you feel safe and confident at your own pace. Whether you’re new to yoga, working with an injury, or looking to deepen your practice, you’ll find the support you need.
Come experience a warm, encouraging space where you can grow, strengthen, and find balance—one pose at a time!
something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She
later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
more.”
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our
own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-
body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She
later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
more.”
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our
own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-
body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
“Admittedly I did not love yoga after my first class, the chatter was nonstop in my head but I did come away more challenged and more relaxed. I have spent years practicing yoga and wanted to know exact positions to deepen my practice and to be safe.
I am passionate about sustainability, functional movement, optimal nutrition, and holistic wellbeing; and above all, I am an insatiable learner! I love to share what I have learned with you.”
Michelle has her BSC in Wildlife Biology. When not practicing yoga, you can find Michelle in nature, cycling, taking photographs, kayaking, camping…anything that keeps her in the great outdoors. She and her husband have three children. Now that they have grown, she took the time and completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program, Gravity yoga, Trapeze Training, Breath Coach through Yoga Teacher’s College.
Michelle uses strength, flexibility and balance as the foundation of a three legged stool to create functional movement patterns throughout the body. She uses breath with movement to help students feel empowered to make positive change in their bodies. Michelle's positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage students in the most supportive way. Yoga is a means to detach from distraction and expand ones’ awareness through this moving meditation.
What Our Students Say
Yogo Upstairs has a wonderful personal feel to it, rather than a cold corporate feel. There's no pressure to show off. My instructor, Shondra, has great energy and keeps a close eye on everyone in the class so we do things correctly and don't injure ourselves.
Steve Lampert - Google Review
There seem to be two types of yoga studios in the world. The gigantic chain studios such as Yogaworks and smaller community focused studios. Personally I prefer a smaller, welcoming space to practice my Vinyasa or Ashtanga yoga. Yoga Upstairs is a great smaller studio with helpful instructors and an awesome selection of yoga props for you to use. I am so glad I found this studio and look forward to more classes here in the future.
James Peters - Google Review