South Longmont welcomes new yoga studio

In 2010, Nicole and Gerry Wienholt made a dream into reality as they opened the first Yoga Pod in Boulder. During that time, Yoga Pod quickly grew and was even franchised so that the Wienholts could spread their passion and joy with others. They have since left that path and, 11 years later, decided to focus their energy on opening a second location in south Longmont.

"We truly believe yoga is life changing and transformational. It feels incredible to be able to offer yoga to this community," said Nicole. "It's fulfilling to be able to offer a home for teachers to share their gifts and talents, and support our staff in creating an unforgettable experience for everyone who comes through our doors."

The new Longmont location will have a grand opening on Sunday, Jan. 30, from noon until 5 p.m., during which Yoga Pod will offer two free community classes. They are also selling founding memberships and will start a full schedule immediately on Jan. 31. The new studio–located on the southeast corner of the intersection of Hover Street and Ken Pratt Boulevard–will have a wide range of class types and class times, so that both beginners and more seasoned practitioners can find time to unwind and participate.

Something the Wienholts are proud of is their space–this new studio boasts medical grade air filtration and antimicrobial flooring, which is especially alluring in this pandemic time. "We invite you to just come in and roll out your mat," Nicole said.

For the Wienholts, yoga goes beyond the simple physical "asanas" that make up a class. In their vision, yoga includes taking the time to breathe, becoming examples of compassion and kindness, and a pathway for cultivating discipline and focus, as well as passion and inclusivity.

They're also excited about simply being a bigger part of the community, saying, "We're very vision focused...We feel like we're doing our part to bring awareness to the importance of slowing down, and being kind."

For more information about Longmont's new Yoga Pod location, please visit their website; they can also be found on Facebook and Instagram at @yogapodlongmont. Their company website is http://www.yogapodboulderlongmont.com.