FAQ

Grounding means connecting your bare skin directly to the earth — like walking barefoot on grass or sand. It's popular in wellness circles, though the research is still early, not settled science. Learn more here.

As far as we know, Inner Space is the only yoga studio in New York City with a real, physical grounding grid. Copper strips run the length of our bamboo floor in Riverdale, the Bronx, wired to a grounded outlet. You can see them as you walk in. Every class here happens right on that grid, no exceptions. We tested the connection ourselves with a multimeter to make sure it's real. Many students say it helps them settle in faster, so they can focus on breath and alignment sooner.

Somatic yoga puts your attention on how movement feels from the inside, rather than how a pose looks from the outside. You move with more awareness, notice sensation, and let that guide what you do next. Every class at Inner Space is taught this way, and practicing on our grounding grid adds one more layer to notice: the ground itself.

It's completely optional — nobody's required to use the grounding mats. If you have an implanted device like a pacemaker or insulin pump, or you're on blood thinners, talk to your doctor first. If you'd rather not connect to the grid at all, bring your own rubber yoga mat — it fully insulates you, so you can practice exactly as you always have.

Every class is taught on a copper grounding grid that sits on our bamboo floor, and every class is taught somatically, with attention on how the movement feels rather than how the pose looks. Classes are capped at 18 mats, so teachers know your name. We were voted Best Yoga Studio in the Ponce Bank Best of the Bronx 2026, and we hold a 5.0 rating across more than 130 Google reviews. Free parking is right behind the shopping center.

Start with an open-level or level 1 class — Restorative, Yin, Reiki Flow, Vinyasa 1, and Hatha 1 are all great entry points. We also run a 4-week Beginners Series focused on the basics: alignment, breathing, and building good habits from day one, so you're less likely to pick up habits you'd need to unlearn later. Yoga is genuinely welcoming for beginners — you don't need any flexibility, strength, or prior experience to start, and there's no "wrong" body type or fitness level for it.

Before you come in, set up your free Walla account as you reserve your class online — it only takes two or three minutes, though you'll need to verify your email with a quick two-factor code, so it's worth doing a day ahead rather than rushing right before class.

On the day of your first class, arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to get settled, sign in, and find a spot. Let the instructor know it's your first time — they'll keep an eye out for you and offer modifications as needed.

Yes. Our community ranges from young students to practitioners in their 80s, and every body type, background and experience level in between. You'll find first-timers practicing next to people who have been coming for years.

Our classes aren't about keeping up or looking a certain way. They're about showing up as you are. If you're not sure where to start, our Level 1 classes and Beginners Series are a welcoming first step, and our teachers offer options in every pose.

Yes, many of them. Restorative & Sound Bath, Yin, Reiki Flow and Level 1 Hatha are all low-impact and easy to adjust to your body.

If you're looking for a deep stretch or a recovery day, Yin and Restorative are a good place to start. For one-on-one rest and recovery, we also offer Reiki Treatment and Thai Massage. Not sure which fits? Reach out and we'll help you choose.

Yes. Yoga is a great cross-training partner for almost any sport. Running, cycling, lifting and most team sports work the same muscles in the same direction again and again. Yoga moves your body through the ranges your sport skips, so you build mobility, balance and strength in the smaller stabilizing muscles that support every stride, swing and lift.

It trains more than your muscles, too. Steady breathing teaches you to stay calm and focused under effort, and the slower pace builds body awareness, so you notice tightness or imbalances early. Many athletes find it helps them move more freely between hard training days.

If you run, cycle, play a sport or train hard at the gym, Yin and Restorative & Sound Bath are a good counterbalance: slow, supported stretching that gives tired muscles and connective tissue time to release. Mat Pilates builds the core and hip stability that supports your training. For one-on-one recovery, Thai Massage works on long-held tension, and a private session can be shaped around your sport. Every class happens on our copper grounding grid.

Wear whatever you feel comfortable moving in — that's really it. All of our classes happen on the grounding grid, so bare feet are encouraged to get the full benefit.

No, mats are included in the cost of class, and our specialized grounding mats are provided for you to use.

We don't have a strict minimum age for our classes — what matters most to us is that anyone in the room genuinely wants to be there and is actually interested in the practice, not just tagging along. Our students range from youth to their 80s, so all ages are welcome here.

If you'd like to bring a child, teen, or other family member to a class with you, the best move is to reach out to us directly before you book. We'll help you find a class and teacher that's the right fit.

Just let your teacher know before class starts. They'll help you modify anything you need to, so you can practice safely and still get real benefit from the class.

If you're pregnant, it's worth knowing that some of our classes — most vinyasa styles especially — include poses on the belly and on the back, which may not be right for you depending on where you are in your pregnancy. We trust you to make the right call for your own body, but if you're not sure which class is the best fit, just ask us.

Not at all. You don't need to believe in anything to get real benefit from what we teach here.

Think of it like reading a good fantasy novel — you just go along for the ride and see what you take from it. Yoga comes from real traditions, and we respect that. But you won't find religious statues or iconography in our studio — that's a deliberate choice, so the space feels open to everyone, regardless of what you believe. We're not here to change your beliefs — we're here to help you notice the ones that are quietly holding you back.

No, and this is intentional. Inner Space is built around grounding, not heating. Hot yoga asks your nervous system to work through heat stress; grounding asks it to finally exhale. If you're craving intensity, try one of our Vinyasa 3, Mat Pilates 3, or Yoga Sculpt classes instead — you'll get the sweat and the challenge, but still finish on grounded earth.

We deliberately cap our open-level classes at 18 mats, so they stay personal instead of crowded. Reserve online through our Schedule & Reservations page — we recommend booking ahead, since we don't guarantee walk-in availability. If a class is full, join the waitlist, and you'll get a text or email the moment a spot opens up. Aside from booking your class on the website, once you have a Walla account set up, you can download the Walla App on Apple Store or Google Play. You’ll select Inner Space Yoga as your home studio and book classes quickly and efficiently.

No enrollment fee, no cancellation fee, and no long-term commitment on any of our memberships (4-class, 8-class, Monthly Unlimited, Yearly Unlimited) — cancel anytime, and pause your renewal whenever you need to. Class packs (drop-ins, 5-pack, 10-pack) work differently — they're one-time purchases with a set expiration date, not a subscription, so there's no pause option for those. See our full Studio Policies for details.

Same-day cancellations and reschedules are no problem at all — just let us know before class starts. If something real comes up — an emergency, anything life throws at you — reach out directly and we'll cancel your reservation with no penalty. What we can't undo is a no-show with no word from you, but even then, reach out and we'll help you reschedule. See our full Studio Policies for details.

We don't offer refunds or credits for classes you've already taken. Every teacher here is genuinely excellent at what they do, and we stand behind that completely.

That said, not every class is going to be the right fit for every person, and that's okay. Yoga is personal — a style or teacher that's perfect for one person might just not click for someone else, and that's not a reflection of quality, it's just a matter of taste. Think of it like a great restaurant: even the best kitchen in the city can serve you a dish you personally don't love. That doesn't mean the food is bad — it just means it wasn't the right dish for you that night.

If you're new here and not sure what to expect, that's exactly what our welcome package is for — a low-cost way to try a few different classes and teachers before committing to a bigger package.

If you're on one of our monthly subscriptions or have a class pack, you can use your credits to book the Self-Mastery Workshop Series. All other workshops are available to purchase separately.

There's a free parking lot behind the shopping center, a short walk from our door. Street parking on Johnson Ave is also an option, but the lot is usually the easier bet.

Yes. Our restrooms are single-occupancy, so you'll have a private space to change before or after class.

If we need to cancel for weather, we'll notify you by email and text as early as we can. If you haven't heard from us, assume class is on as scheduled.

You're also welcome to join our WhatsApp group for real-time schedule updates in these conditions. It's for class and schedule information only — no ads, no open discussion threads. Only I can post in the thread. If you'd like to chat with fellow students, that's what our Kindred Ground WhatsApp group is for.

Join our WhatsApp Group, Kindred Ground, where you can connect with our community outside of class, like planning walks to Wave Hill, carpools to workshops, or coffee after a Sunday session.

Right now, our focus is on giving you a great class experience rather than running a separate events calendar — but that's something we're always open to growing into down the road.

That said, once a year we throw a studio anniversary celebration, open to the whole community. In the meantime, the best way to build community here is through consistent practice — showing up to the same classes regularly is how most people naturally get to know their teachers and fellow students.