New to Yoga? Welcome!

At Sangha Studio, ​we aim to make yoga accessible—we were all new once, too! We’re here to welcome you as you are, and support you to tailor your practice so that it’s just right for you. Many people believe they must already be flexible to start a yoga practice. Not true! All you need is the desire and openness to learn.

Selecting Your First Yoga Class

We have a wide variety of slow moving, moderately paced, and more physically demanding classes available weekly at all studio locations. You’ve got to start somewhere; here are our favorite entry points!

For complete beginners to yoga, we recommend our weekly Beginner Flow class on Sundays from 1:15-2:15pm at Sangha Studio – Pine that will run from January – March, 2020. We also recommend any weekly drop-in classes marked in their description as “beginners encouraged”, including: Gentle Yoga, Mellow Morning, Slow Massage Flow, Spa Yoga, and Strong & Slow. These classes move at a slower pace and allow a little more time and freedom to figure things out. If you’re looking for something more active and don’t mind moving quickly, Flow might be a good fit. Regardless of the style of class you're looking for, you'll find all of our class descriptions here.

Can’t make it to the monthly workshop or those specific class styles? Don’t be shy to come try another class that suits your availability and interest. Know that you can always take your practice at your own pace, find variations of poses that work for you, and take breaks when you want. If you’re a complete beginner, we recommend avoiding Flow II or Core Flow as your first class, because they will move at a faster pace and assume participants know common yoga poses and principles.

​What to Expect in a Yoga Class at Sangha Studio

ARRIVING
We suggest arriving 15 minutes before your first class. That way, you can introduce yourself to the teacher and tell them anything that’s on your mind! You’ll also have time to fill out a simple waiver form and get oriented to the space.​ (P.S. Be sure you go to the right location! See "Studio Locations" further down on this page for more details!)

PAYMENT
We are a nonprofit, donation-based studio with a suggested donation of $10-$15 per class – or you can always donate whatever amount feels appropriate for you. We also have a $30 one-week unlimited class pass, and a $60 monthly unlimited Sustaining Membership.​

MATS, PROPS & AMENTITIES
We have mats available for free to use, as well as all other props you might need for class. You’ll also find cubbies in the lobby to store your belongings, water and tea, changing rooms, and a restroom.​

CLASS FORMAT
Most of our classes are 60 minutes, though we have a handful of 75 and 90-minute classes, as well as 30-minute “Pause” classes. Most 60-minute classes follow a general format of 3-5 minutes of centering, meditation, or breathing exercises at the start of practice, followed by movement (varies depending on the type of class), and ending in a 3-8 minute “savasana” or “final rest” where students find a comfortable position to rest. 75-minute and 90-minute classes may offer longer opportunities for centering/meditation/breathing practice at the beginning and savasana/resting at the end. 30-minute classes will often have shortened centering practices and a shortened savasana/rest.

Studio Locations

We have three studio locations in the Burlington area! Learn more about each studio their class schedules by following the buttons below.

Sangha Studio – South
150 Dorset Street, South Burlington

Sangha Studio – Pine
​120 Pine Street, Burlington

Sangha Studio – North
​237 North Winooski Ave., Burlington

Frequently Asked Questions

See answers to some of our most frequently asked questions!
​Do I need to pre-register for class?
It’s a great idea to sign up with the studio through MindBody and register for class in advance, especially if you're running late. However, you can also sign into class when you arrive! If you're running late, know that for the safety of students' belongings, we often lock the doors 5-10 minutes into class if we don't have a volunteer staffed to keep an eye on the lobby.

Please note that capacity for weekly, drop-in classes are determined on a first-come, first-served basis and pre-registering for a weekly drop-in class does not guarantee you a spot. It's uncommon that a class is so busy that we can't make room for everyone who shows up, but it does happen occasionally – particularly during the winter months. However, if you're attending a workshop or special event, pre-registering does guarantee your spot. 

If you wish to sign up online, know that there are only a few options listed for donation amounts. Should you desire to donate something not listed, simply call us (802.448.4262) and we will sign you up for class, then you can donate whatever you want when you arrive!

​If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us.
​What do I wear?
​You should wear clothes that you can move in. You don’t need anything fancy, just think loose or fitted stretchy clothing you'd wear to play a sport or lounge at home! Note that we practice barefoot or in socks, so we ask that all shoes stay in the lounge.
​Where do I park?
All of our locations are wheelchair accessible, but each have different situations with parking. 

Sangha Studio – Pine | 120 Pine Street: There is a public parking garage just 1.5 blocks away. Metered parking is available out front and along Main St . & College St. Our studio is wheelchair accessible from the back entrance. If you’re moving from the front entrance to the back entrance, you take a left / turn south onto Pine St. out of our parking lot, then take a left / turn east onto Main St. Just after the Yogarama building (east of the building), turn left into a parking lot. Our accessible entrance is at the back left of the parking lot (north/west).
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Sangha Studio – North | 237 North Winooski Ave.: All parking in the Old North End of Burlington is free on-street parking. You can often find parking right outside the studio on North Winooski Ave, or along side streets. The studio is ground level and is wheelchair accessible. The parking lot behind the building is reserved for residents and not available to students, but has wheelchair accessible parking if needed.

Sangha Studio – South | 150 Dorset Street #310: There's plenty of parking in the lot just in front of the studio (south of the entrance) and to the east of the studio! It's all free and available for all the other businesses in the Blue Mall. You can park wherever you want! The studio is ground level and is wheelchair accessible, and there are a couple accessible parking spots near the entrance to the studio.
"On my very first class I felt how much love Sangha has within its community of yogis. Every time I walk through the door I feel so welcomed and the studio has shown me compassion, dedication and helped me love and nourish my mind and body from the inside out. I'm so thankful to be apart Sangha!"

– Jazmine R

Testimonials!

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Sangha Studio is a place to practice, to give, to receive, to love, to reflect, to do good, to do well, and to simply be. The most welcoming, forgiving, inspiring group of people in all the land. Can't recommend it enough for any yogi or yogini who is seeking community, refuge, grounding, and growth.

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​Every class that I have been to at Sangha has been great! The space is welcoming and the instructors are very accommodating. The monthly membership is well worth it!

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Love both the North and Pine st. Locations! Warm, welcoming atmosphere, lovely teachers, and the community classes are a wonderful thing to offer that not many places do. Plus the donation based fees make classes affordable for anyone!

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The atmosphere at Sangha Studio is incredible. Each teacher has something unique to teach, while all sharing the ability to make every participant feel engaged, welcomed, and motivated. I went with a friend to my first yoga class (ever) at Sangha Studio and knew immediately this was a community I wanted to be a part of.

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Sangha Studio is an inspiring community whose vibrancy and welcoming atmosphere is matched only by their whole-hearted determination to make yoga accessible to all. The teachers and staff do a wonderful job of providing a safe, inclusive space to practice. This is a great studio for all levels, and the variety of classes provided makes it easy to have a great practice any day of the week

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