FANS is a local organization working for a strong and vibrant Swannanoa by encouraging active involvement, fostering community spirit, and honoring Swannanoa’s unique history and natural heritage. They have been heavily supporting with relief, recovery, and rebuilding efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Join us for a litter and debris clean-up in one of the most impacted towns in WNC.
Sign up at the front desk or email Ariel@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org
Tickets are 1 for $5 or 5 for $20 and can be purchased online or at the front desk through March 31st!
The winner will be drawn on April 1st.
If you would like to donate to our monthly raffle baskets for 2025, please email Jocilyn@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org
Our Mission
Mission & Vision
Asheville Community Yoga is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to making a healthy lifestyle accessible to all.
Our vision is to offer a space for individuals to flourish and for community members to connect. We offer services that promote a mind-body-spirit connection such as donation-based movement & meditation classes with mats and props supplied at no charge, trainings & workshops with financial aid, and affordable pre-loved clothing.
Yoga for Everyone
Whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, Asheville Community Yoga offers a wide range of class options.
Classes
Classes
Asheville Community Yoga provides classes for all levels of practitioners including Gentle Yoga, Levels I & II Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Warm & Hot Yoga, Yin Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Yoga for Seniors, Meditation, Qigong and so much more!
The easiest way to register for classes with us is through the MINDBODY APP! If you have a smartphone, please download MINDBODY, create an account, search for Asheville Community Yoga, and voila… you’ll be all set!
We are a donation-based non-profit, and your donations are necessary because they sustain the center. However, if you are unable to make a financial contribution, please still practice with us!
Pre-Recorded Video Classes
In line with our committment of offering yoga classes that are easily accessible to all, we have a collection of pre-recorded yoga class videos that can be found at the link below. Just like when you practice in our studio space, the recommended donation is $10-$20.
- Vinyasa Flow
- Gentle Flow
- Meditation
- And more!
Teacher Training
Teacher Training
Whether you feel inspired to share yoga with others as a teacher or to simply dive deeper into your own personal practice as a student, Asheville Community Yoga’s 250-hour teacher training program will be a transformative and supportive next step on your path.
Events
Upcoming Events
Yoga & Somatic Experiencing with Ocean Gettys LCSW
Yoga & Somatic Experiencing with Ocean Gettys LCSW
In this workshop, we will explore the intersections between hatha yoga and Somatic Experiencing through the lens of nervous system repair. We will practice asana, pranayama, and mindful social engagement in service to healing our connection with our bodies, hearts, and ...
Yogi Book Club
Yogi Book Club
Free community book club to discuss The Heart of The Buddha's Teaching by Thich Nhat Hanh.
Alignment 101 w/ Dana Maria
Alignment 101 w/ Dana Maria
Explore alignment as a way to create stability, ease, and freedom in your practice, rather than forcing your body into a perfect shape.
Attuning with Mantra w/ Heather Irene Smith
Attuning with Mantra w/ Heather Irene Smith
Embark on a journey into the transformative power of sound with this introductory workshop. Explore the ancient practice of chanting mantras, sacred sounds believed to hold deep spiritual and healing energy. Learn the basics of mantra pronunciation, explore different ty...
Yoga For Osteoporosis (In-Person & Virtual) w/ Diane Saccone
Yoga For Osteoporosis (In-Person & Virtual) w/ Diane Saccone
Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become less dense, predisposing them to fractures. This 4 hour evidence based workshop will focus on how specific yoga poses help not only slow the progression of bone loss but create strong bones, and at the same time improve ba...
Integrative Breathwork for Self-Discovery with Margaret Kirschner & Eddie LeShure
Integrative Breathwork for Self-Discovery with Margaret Kirschner & Eddie LeShure
Integrative Breathwork is a powerful adjunct to meditation and yoga, effective for working with addiction, trauma, depression, and anxiety. It is a powerful approach to self-exploration and personal empowerment that relies on our innate inner wisdom and its capacity to ...