Remember to Vote for Joy Yoga Center for Best Yoga in Houston!

Best of Citysearch rounded up the top Spa & Beauty options in Houston, and you told us who the cream of the crop is. Come see the favorite Yoga destination for 2013.

The polls are still open! We need your help to win Best of Citysearch. Vote for Joy Yoga center for BEST yoga studio in Houston. Voting ends May 24th. Thanks for all of your support!

23 / 05
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Are you interested in specialized prenatal yoga classes to help you through your pregnancy? Email Leslie today for more details - leslie@joyyogacenter.com ~~~~~ Prenatal yoga classes are more popular than ever. This age-old practice keeps you limber, tones your muscles, and improves your balance and circulation. Yoga is also beneficial because it helps you learn to breathe deeply and relax, which will come in handy as you face the physical demands of labor, birth, and motherhood. In fact, one of the first things you learn in a yoga class is how to breathe fully. The breathing technique known as ujjayi requires you to take in air slowly through your nose, filling your lungs, and exhale completely until your stomach compresses. Learning how to do ujjayi breathing primes you for labor and childbirth by training you to stay calm when you need it most. When you’re in pain or afraid, your body produces adrenalin and may produce less oxytocin, a hormone that makes labor progress. A regular yoga practice will help you fight the urge to tighten up when you feel pain, and show you how to relax instead. Along these same lines, according to a report in the April 2009 issue of the Harvard Mental Health Letter, rigorous studies have found scientific proof that yoga helps the body deal with stress by slowing heart and breathing rates and lowering blood pressure — which can benefit new moms after the baby’s born, too.

Are you interested in specialized prenatal yoga classes to help you through your pregnancy? Email Leslie today for more details - leslie@joyyogacenter.com


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Prenatal yoga classes are more popular than ever. This age-old practice keeps you limber, tones your muscles, and improves your balance and circulation.

Yoga is also beneficial because it helps you learn to breathe deeply and relax, which will come in handy as you face the physical demands of labor, birth, and motherhood. In fact, one of the first things you learn in a yoga class is how to breathe fully. The breathing technique known as ujjayi requires you to take in air slowly through your nose, filling your lungs, and exhale completely until your stomach compresses.

Learning how to do ujjayi breathing primes you for labor and childbirth by training you to stay calm when you need it most. When you’re in pain or afraid, your body produces adrenalin and may produce less oxytocin, a hormone that makes labor progress. A regular yoga practice will help you fight the urge to tighten up when you feel pain, and show you how to relax instead.

Along these same lines, according to a report in the April 2009 issue of the Harvard Mental Health Letter, rigorous studies have found scientific proof that yoga helps the body deal with stress by slowing heart and breathing rates and lowering blood pressure — which can benefit new moms after the baby’s born, too.
21 / 05
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Best Yoga in Houston

We need your vote!!! Citysearch has named us one of the best Spa & Beauty spots in Houston. Now we need your help to be THE BEST! Please vote Joy Yoga Center for BEST yoga studio in Houston.

20 / 05
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Fabulous Beginners class tonight with Loraine Frow. Breathin’, stretchin’ and laughin’…..full of joy. Namaste!
A joyous Joy Yoga student
18 / 05
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Feeling out of balance? Join Judy tonight at 6:30 for a chakra balancing meditation. We’ll discuss the importance of chakras in our lives and use mantras and guided meditation to find balance as we head into the weekend.

Feeling out of balance? Join Judy tonight at 6:30 for a chakra balancing meditation. We’ll discuss the importance of chakras in our lives and use mantras and guided meditation to find balance as we head into the weekend.

17 / 05
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I have been wanting to try Yoga for months, so I signed up for a Living Social deal for $39 unlimited Yoga about a month ago and that has been the best investment I have made for my health and mind. I admit I was nervous when I started Yoga, but I have grown comfortable and more relaxed. When I leave class, I am more relaxed and more calm. Thank you :-) BTW Suzy Soto and Jana Zacek are exceptional instructors.
A joyous Joy Yoga student
17 / 05
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// Wow - we added two more classes starting next Saturday (May 18)! You’re welcome ;)//

7:00 am - 8:15 am - Wake Up & Salute the Sun w/Melissa
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm - Basics w/Amanda

Then join us for Wake Up & Salute the Sun w/ Susan at 7:30 am - 8:45 am on Sunday morning starting June 2nd.

11 / 05
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The instructors at Joy Yoga helped make my pregnancy fit and fun. While I did not participate in any pre-natal classes, the instructors subtly watched over me to ensure I did not push myself too hard. I took my last class at 34 weeks and my son was born early at 37/5! The instructors differ, so it might take a few classes before you find your favorite or “home” class, but it’s worth it!
A joyous Joy Yoga student
10 / 05
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It’s raining, it’s pouring, the old man is snoring… But you should be practicing yoga! There’s nothing quite like the sound of a rainstorm to accompany your practice. Join us today! 12:00 Mix Levels 1:30 Basics 4:00 Mix Levels 5:15 Mix Levels 6:00 Basics 6:30 Guided Meditation 7:30 Shake Your Asana Don’t forget it’s 1/2 price drop-in Friday!

It’s raining, it’s pouring, the old man is snoring…

But you should be practicing yoga! There’s nothing quite like the sound of a rainstorm to accompany your practice. Join us today!

12:00 Mix Levels
1:30 Basics
4:00 Mix Levels
5:15 Mix Levels
6:00 Basics
6:30 Guided Meditation
7:30 Shake Your Asana

Don’t forget it’s 1/2 price drop-in Friday!

10 / 05
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I LOVE this place! The instructors are so nice, very helpful and it’s a great atmosphere. I definitely will be suggesting Joy Yoga to others!
A joyous Joy Yoga student
09 / 05
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