NYC's Only Grounded Yoga Studio
There's a difference between a space that feels grounding and one that's actually grounded.
We built the real thing. When you practice with us, you're standing on an actual grounding system.
Strips of copper, connected to a grounded outlet, run across the floor in a deliberate grid — three rows, six mats each. Double-sided grounding mats rest right on top, in real contact with the earth beneath the building. No wires to step over. Just your body, meeting the ground, the way it was always meant to.
Every class here is somatic at heart — less about how a pose looks, more about how it feels from the inside.
Why it matters: Concrete, rubber soles, and long hours indoors keep us cut off from the earth. Early research on grounding suggests that reconnecting this way may ease inflammation, support deeper sleep, and help the nervous system settle. We've felt it ourselves, and we think you will too.
New here? Your first 3 classes are $50.Any class, any level, on the grid. See all pricing
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A slow, deeply restorative practice on one end, a strong, sweat-building flow on the other, and everything in between. The pace changes. The ground underneath you doesn't.
Looking for something gentle? Classes marked low-impact are easy on the joints and simple to adjust to your body. Read more in our FAQ.
first stillness · then sound
Restorative & Sound Bath
Wed at 7:15pmOpen Level
Low-impact
sink in and settle
Yin Yoga
Sun, Mon, Wed & Fri at noonOpen Level
Low-impact
move slow, feel more
Reiki Flow
Tues & Thur at noonOpen Level
Low-impact
grounded and steady
Hatha Yoga
Sat at 8:15 & 9:30amLevels 1 & 2
breath and rhythm
Vinyasa & Meditation
Tues 7:15pm · Sun 1:15pmLevels 1 & 2
balance effort with ease
Vinyasa Yoga
Offered dailyLevels 1, 2 & 3
strength · cardio · flow
Yoga Sculpt
Mon at 6:00pmLevel 2
strength · length · control
Mat Pilates
Sun, Tues, Thur & FriAll Levels
New to yoga?
Start with the Beginners Yoga Series
A four-week course with Kendra, offered each season. Between series, any Level 1 or low-impact class is a good place to begin.
Meet Your Teachers
Longtime yogis, dancers, and Reiki and Ayurveda practitioners who meet you where you are.
Ben Alpern
Co-owner · Reiki · QHHT
“My classes are built to calm your nervous system, ease tension in the body, and help you feel more alive.”
Deborah Sabalusky
Co-owner · Meditation
“My approach to meditation uses continuous body grounding cues to help still the mind.”
Kendra Jackson
Yoga · Ayurveda
“Beginners hold a special place in my heart.”
Harold Hidalgo
Hatha Yoga
“I guide people toward balance and renewal in a world that rarely slows down.”
Deb Serri
Vinyasa
“I believe that yoga is for any body, and my teaching offers modifications for all levels, preferences, and injuries.”
Jocelyn Jeffries
Yoga Sculpt
“My goal is to make yoga accessible to everyone, meeting students where they are.”
Shawna Emerick
Vinyasa · Thai Massage
“I’m a trauma informed yoga instructor and teacher trainer with more than 21 years of teaching.”
Annmaria Mazzini
Dance
“I’m a NYC dancer, teaching artist, and choreographer, and a former member of the Paul Taylor Dance Company.”
More Ways to Practice
Go deeper with a workshop, or work one-on-one.
Five stars, 130+ times over
"I haven't attended yoga classes at a studio in a while because I'm very picky about content… If I'm going to go to a studio it has to be worthwhile. Inner Space Yoga is that studio. Ben has a lot of knowledge and there are a lot of variety in classes."Emily H., Google review
"Inner Space Yoga is a hidden gem in Riverdale. I've gotten stronger and become more meditative in my practice, and I love that I've gained a yoga community."Kyira H., Google review
"A gem of a yoga studio! Ben is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and attentive to each student's needs no matter their level of expertise. I often bring my parents to the Yin class and Ben makes sure they feel comfortable and supported — they really enjoy it."Donna F., Google review
"Inner Space Yoga has been truly life-changing for me… The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive, and they create an environment where everyone feels comfortable, regardless of experience level. Every class is both challenging and restorative, and I always leave feeling better than when I arrived."Lauren T., Google review
Plan Your Visit
Park free
On-site parking behind the shopping center. Get directions
Questions?
Read our FAQ, or call or text 646-330-8143.
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