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26 & 2 Posture Clinic

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Original Hot Yoga Posture Clinic Sessions Begin This Month!

Wondering if you’re doing your yoga postures correctly? Ready to take your practice to the next level? During our Original Hot Yoga Posture
Clinic Series, you can! This month, Michelle Ryan will lead the first of five sessions that will cover proper alignment, breathing, corrections, guidance and personalized feedback in each section of the 26 and 2 series as follows:

All sessions will be from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. in a heated room. Be prepared to participate as you would in class, so wear regular yoga attire. Bring your mat, towel, water and questions! Cost for the series is $120 for all five sessions, or $30 for each one you attend.

About Michelle
Michelle stumbled upon yoga while residing in Savannah, Ga., in 2011 and has been practicing ever since. She completed Sterling Hot Yoga Teacher Training in Summer 2015, and has also been certified to teach many other styles, including: Yoga Sculpt, Yin, Inferno Hot Pilates, Vinyasa, Chair Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and more. Michelle has studied with Bernie Clark, Bryan Kest, Esak Garcia, Lucas Miles, and Scott Lamps and Ida Jo, the head teachers of Ghosh Yoga. In addition to the hundreds of hours of in-person workshop and ongoing study since her Sterling training, she has taught at studios in Huntsville, Alabama, Pensacola, Florida, New Orleans, Louisiana, Houston, Texas, Lexington, Kentucky, and Baltimore, Maryland. Michelle, who also holds an oncology yoga certification, regularly volunteers her time teaching yoga to cancer patients, survivors and caregivers at USA Health’s Mitchell Cancer Institute.

Thai Yoga Workshop

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Relieve Tension and Awaken Wellbeing: Explore the Art of Thai Yoga

Ever dream of giving and receiving a relaxing bodywork that doesn’t require oil or undressing? Join this exciting workshop and discover the magic of Thai Yoga, an ancient therapy combining yoga-like stretches, gentle rocking, and mindful touch to ease common aches like head, neck, shoulder, and lower back pain.

No prior massage experience is needed! In this fun, partner-based workshop, you’ll learn fundamental Thai Yoga techniques to release tension, improve flexibility, and boost your well-being. Imagine grounding yourself and your partner, exploring assisted stretches, twisting together while fostering compassion and kindness. This workshop is about more than just massage; it’s about building connection, trust, and communication.

Leave feeling open, relaxed, and energized with newfound skills to soothe common aches and pains in everyday life.

Partner-assisted, so bring a friend, a spouse or family member. You can choose to take the workshop solo and be partnered with another solo student. No massage experience necessary – everyone is welcome! All participants must register, $95 tuition is per student.

Wear comfortable clothing. Please bring multiple yoga mats for padding, blankets and cushions/pillows.

Originally from Toulouse, France, Muriel now calls Pensacola, Florida, home, where she nurtures well-being through her private massage practice. Her background in running and yoga ignited her fascination with the human body and its potential. This passion led her to yoga teaching and, in 2009, she discovered Thai Massage while undergoing her first yoga teacher training.

Inspired by the profound connection between body and mind, and its impact on holistic well-being, Muriel dedicated herself to refining her skills. She honed her expertise in Thai bodywork through the Vedic Conservatory and for the past 13 years under the guidance and the mentoring from David Roma, LMT, RomaThaiYoga. Her dedication to continuous learning saw her travel all over the United States and internationally, including studying at the Sunshine Massage School in Chiang Mai, Thailand, in 2013.

Muriel’s commitment extends beyond personal growth. In 2019, she returned to Thailand to assist with a Thai intensive retreat, sharing her knowledge and supporting others. Throughout 2023 and early 2024, she further deepened her practice through immersive experiences like assisting her teacher David and studying Osteo Thai & Dynamic Thai massage with Flo Bisogno.

This summer, Muriel will delve deeper into Osteo Thai in France, learning from internationally acclaimed teacher Arno L Hermitte. Additionally, she holds the designation of an approved Florida State Board of Massage Therapy Instructor.

Michelle Wilson finds the variety of class offerings appealing

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Michelle Wilson knew after her first class at Sterling that she had found something that was exactly what she had been trying to find. “I was thrilled, an hour in the heat and I realized I was moving and stretching muscles I hadn’t thought about moving in years.”

Michelle had tried a few studios starting in 2018, but about a year ago some friends gifted her with a three month membership to Sterling. The mix of different class styles and an accommodating and consistent weekly class schedule were appealing and made it easy to get to the studio for classes.

After a short time, she realized that yoga and Pilates provide a great workout for any level of fitness. “As long as you keep trying, you get better. Even if you can never touch your head to your feet, you will feel better and more flexible with every class you take.”

“This is a wonderful studio. Thank you to all the great instructors who make every class energizing and enthusiastic. I know this isn’t easy, but you all make it look that way.”

Michelle knows that her Sterling practice will give her results that go beyond increased flexibility. She has improved her sleep habits. An inclination for snoring has all but disappeared, something that her husband certainly appreciates!

Take 30 days to check out the classes at Sterling Hot Yoga and Wellness for one low price!
Get unlimited classes in your first month for just $39.
Just see how much you can surprise yourself too!

Weatherby George finds better health from her very first class

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Weatherby George had never taken a yoga class before joining Sterling only two months ago. In those eight weeks, she has noticed many improvements to her physical and mental well-being. She also signed up for the Summer Bingo Challenge right after joining AND completed the game!

While her first class was physically challenging, it left Weatherby curious to further explore how yoga and Pilates can improve flexibility, create more energy and reduce stress. “I’ve always thought of myself as a worrier, and did not think there was any changing that. But in just a few short weeks, I am noticing a calmer mind. I’m becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable!”

“I wanted to get healthier and form a consistent workout routine. The convenient location and variety of classes and times were important in my decision when I was looking for studio.”

Weatherby keeps coming back because of the encouraging instruction and welcoming community she receives. We’ve all experienced the feeling that the hardest part of practicing is showing up for class. “Just commit to making it happen and I’m sure you will find it to be a very enjoyable experience!”

Take 30 days to check out the classes at Sterling Hot Yoga and Wellness for one low price!
Get unlimited classes in your first month for just $39.
Just see how much you can surprise yourself too!

Amy Weaver Surprises Herself, Inspires Everyone

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Amy Weaver was looking to improve strength, balance and flexibility, like most people seeking yoga. But as a kidney and pancreas transplant recipient who is also blind, perhaps no one was more surprised by her progress than Amy herself.

“Being blind with a kidney and pancreas transplant, and having some serious old fractures with misaligned healing, I was not sure that I could successfully do yoga,” she said, “but with the staff’s guidance and encouragement I have progressed further than I ever thought possible.”

Amy has been practicing at Sterling Hot Yoga & Wellness for three months, but “very sporadically” between 2002 and 2013, including a class called WarriorLess at The Lotus Seed.

A caring friend encouraged her to try yoga to improve her mobility and state of mind, but she returned to Sterling because she had visited before with previous ownership and an old friend who is a yoga instructor in Fairhope recommended it.

With consistent practice, Amy says she has experienced several changes: “less back pain, stronger on my feet, my balance is improving, I am more flexible and my mental status is better.”

That’s part of the reason she keeps showing up on your mat. “I keep coming back because I feel better mentally and physically, and the staff is so friendly and helpful,” she said. “One gets the feeling that they genuinely care about you. The staff and the other students feel like friends.”

Amy uses the assistance of a staff member, the ballet barre and sometimes the wall, but she is an inspiration to everyone at Sterling because of her determination and dedication.

“I was encouraged to keep trying, I liked the way that I felt and was excited about coming back,” she said of her first class. “I have learned that I can be more disciplined than I thought.”

She credits David, the owner, and the Sterling instructors with the progress she has made. “I could not have made it at any other studio,” she said.

Amy surprised herself, and she believes first-timers can experience the same thing. 

“Give it a try and you will like it, you will enjoy it,” she said, “and you will surprise yourself at what you can accomplish.”

Take 30 days to check out the classes at Sterling Hot Yoga and Wellness for one low price! Get unlimited classes in your first month for just $39. Just see how much you can surprise yourself too!

Ginger and Spice Cold-Pressed Juice Pop-Up!

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Have you enjoyed a cold-pressed juice from Ginger and Spice yet? You’re missing out!

We’ve been stocked with a wide selection from this local juicery, and they’ve been flying off the shelves.

Our plan is to make them a regular offering, so please be patient; they will be back!

Want to learn more about juicing benefits? Come meet ShaMyra Sylvester on Black Friday, Nov. 25 after the Inferno Hot Pilates class (which ends at 10 a.m.) and before and after the noon and 2:30 p.m. classes that day. 

Ginger and Spice features cold-pressed juices and cleanses with no preservatives, no additives, just simply local, raw and natural.

Everything is made fresh locally, available for purchase on their website to pick up in store.

Learn more about this healthy option, buy juices and get to know one of our favorite local businesses!

Black Friday Deal: FREE YOGA ALL DAY!

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You won’t have to go too far to get one of the best Black Friday deals in town this year! We’re offering FREE classes again ALL DAY! It’s become a Sterling tradition for us to welcome everyone to practice for free on Black Friday. We consider it our way of saying ‘thank you’ for all the community support we’ve been shown since 2010.

Our schedule on Friday, Nov. 25 will be as follows:

9 AM – Inferno Hot Pilates
Noon – Vinyasa Flow
2:30 PM – Original Hot 60

Everyone is welcome to experience the healing therapeutic benefits of yoga for FREE.

Book your class below. You may be prompted to create an account unless you have set up one previously. All classes are available in-studio, and space is limited, so please reserve your spot. Please come join us on Black Friday! You won’t find a better deal than the gift of better health!

Sterling Holiday Schedule!

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Next week is a big holiday week, so we’ll take an opportunity to slow down so our staff can enjoy it too.

Don’t worry! You’ll have plenty of opportunities to practice with us!

Please note our schedule below:

Wednesday, Nov. 23
6 AM – Original Hot 60
9 AM – Original Hot 75

Thursday, Nov. 24
THANKSGIVING DAY
9 AM – Original Hot 60

Friday, Nov 25 – BLACK FRIDAY
FREE YOGA ALL DAY!
9 AM – Inferno Hot Pilates
Noon – Vinyasa Flow
2:30 PM – Original Hot 60

Our 7:45 a.m. Inferno Hot Pilates Express class on Mondays and 7:45 a.m. Yoga Sculpt Express class on Wednesdays are taking a break for now.

Our regular schedule resumes on Saturday morning, Nov. 26 with Inferno Hot Pilates at 9 a.m.

From everyone at Sterling, we wish you ave a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

Don’t Miss a New Class, Couples Yin Yoga, This Sunday!

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Tis the season to be thankful, and we’re giving you a special opportunity to express that with our Couples Yin Yoga class!

Join Cassandra on Sunday, Nov. 20 at 4:30 p.m., and bring someone you’re thankful for. That can be a spouse, significant other, parent, friend, etc.

All postures are partner-assisted. Guests are welcome to attend for $10.

Reserve your spot here!

Join Us for the Making Strides Walk on Saturday, Oct. 29!

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Help us support breast cancer awareness in our community.

Join the Sterling Hot Yoga & Wellness – Heat For Your Health! team for a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in Downtown Mobile on Saturday, Oct. 29 at 8 a.m.!

Purchase a Sterling pink T-shirt for $15, and 100% will be donated to the USA Mitchell Cancer Institute‘s Patient Assistance Fund.

If you’re participating in the Sterling 30-Day Fall Challenge, participate in the Making Strides walk and count it as a class toward your goal!

Can’t make the walk, but want to donate? Click here.

Thank you in advance for your support!