Let's get upside down!

We all dream of holding a handstand one day, but did you know, you MUST learn to HEADstand first! Most are intimidated to try this pose because they've never been properly taught how to SAFELY explore headstand. But have no fear-you are safe with the expertise at EYL! 

Headstand is an incredibly restorative and therapeutic yoga pose that strengthens your core and shoulders while eliminating nagging neck and back pain.

Most importantly, headstands are fun!

Join Morgan as she dives deep into a clear, method-based approach on how to properly prepare, engage, and strengthen your body before, durning, and after a headstand. This worksop will also teach you how to increase your overall body awareness and how to properly engage your muscles for maximum strength.

You'll also have fun exploring 6 unique headstand variations  found in a traditional yoga practice. Whether you're a headstand beginner or an expert, come curious and ready to learn because this workshop is for YOU!

WHERE: EYL-Fayetteville (200 W. Center Street, Fayetteville)

WHEN: Saturday, April 27th 10:30 am-12:30 pm

COST: $35

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Join me as we take a deep dive into the basics for beginning a handstand practice. From the  proper warmup, to body alignment, drills for getting stronger & yes, learning the best way to fall from a handstand. We will breakdown the techniques that will not only make handstands more accessible & fun, but will also improve your overall practice through an emphasis on strength, flexibility, & the peace of mind that a solid handstand practice requires.

WHEN: March 30th at 10:30 am

WHERE: EYL Rogers, 5102 W Pauline Whitaker PKWY Suite 119, Rogers

COST: $35

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Strong and healthy shoulders are elusive for many yogis and athletes. Learning to tap into your shoulder strength and flexibility is the key to unlocking poses like handstand, forearm balance, as well as those that involves binds. If you struggle with weak or inflexible shoulders, or want to learn therapeutic techniques to deal with a nagging shoulder injury, this workshop is for you. Nicole will show you how to build strong and flexible rotator cuffs, as well as how to target shoulder accessory muscles like the lats, traps, and deltoids. Come prepared to learn and discuss shoulder anatomy and physiology as well as how to protect your shoulders from injury. 

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Let’s be honest, you’re not doing all those Chaturanga push-ups to never learn cool arm balances! Whether you’re new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, you can explore the fundamentals of arm balances - from Side Plank and Crow all the way to Grasshopper, with many other poses in between. We’ll run through the anatomical alignment of arm balances and spend some time learning what specific poses warm the body and shoulders with the intention of building strength & flexibility for a safe and sustainable practice. We’ll also break down each pose in an easy to follow style and build a solid foundation as you learn how to safely get in and out of each pose. Put aside any expectations and judgments about your practice as we teach you what to focus on in each pose. Allow yourself to be curious and excited to play as you journey to arm balance!

When: Saturday October 28, 2923 10:30 am-12:30 pm

Where: EYL-Rogers

Cost: $40

Dreaming of holding your handstand? You will learn firsthand that it takes much more than brute strength to steady yourself on your hands! We’ll focus on strengthening and stretching the shoulders while also learning to tap into the strength of your core and explore its proper utilization. We'll then move on to the biomechanics of handstands, breaking them down in a unique manner. Handstand ELXR is for all levels-beginner to advanced-and no matter where you are in your inversion practice, you WILL learn the techniques needed for real improvement!

This workshop takes place at our ROGERS location!

No experience? No problem.

We know that beginning a yoga practice can be a little scary, but we've got you covered. We want you to begin your journey in a safe, fun, and relaxed environment, and surrounded by your favorite gear.

Join us for a beginner level yoga class with ELXR Yoga Lounge instructor Tate McKay.

Tate will break down poses, teach you how to flow, and answer all of your questions about yoga.

Class is limited to 15 people and will include the gift of a pair of our iconic Align Pants or Balancer Shorts. Protein Bites by Elevate Nutrition will be provided for post-class fuel.

Saturday, September 30th, 8:30-9:30am

Location: lululemon Pinnacle Hills

To secure your spot you must sign up with ELXR Yoga Lounge, Pinnacle Hills on the MindBody app or online.

THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT.

At EYL, we know beginning a yoga practice can be a little scary, but we got you covered. Why not begin your journey in a safe, fun, and relaxed environment?! Our cozy studio is candlelit, making you feel safe, welcomed, and not judged about your ability.

In this workshop, EVERYONE is a beginner so you won’t have to worry about how you look! Meet a new friend and learn the power of the best kept secret in modern fitness-Power Yoga.

Our 2 hour Beginner's workshop is your introduction to yoga. We will break down common poses, teach you to flow in a normal class, and answer all of your questions about yoga. After this workshop, you’ll have the confidence and knowledge to step into any yoga class and flow like a champ! You’ll also understand how yoga has the power to change your entire life.

You can purchase the workshop ONLY or try our beginners bundle-the absolute best value! Our beginner’s bundle features the 2 hour workshop beginner’s workshop PLUS two weeks of unlimited classes. 

This workshop is available at BOTH studios on Saturday, September 23rd starting at 10:30 am. Laine will be leading the workshop in Fayetteville. Jennifer Nicole will be leading the workshop in Rogers. Both Laine and Jennifer Nicole LOVE teaching beginners and will approach guiding you with patience and understanding. Click the link below to sign up!

Sign up for the FAYETTEVILLE WORKSHOP.

Sign up for the ROGERS WORKSHOP.

Join us for a vibrant yoga flow set to the dopest music spun by the talented DJ dribblz! Your ticket includes a beginner- friendly yoga flow, post flow refreshments and an All-around good time.

100% of the proceeds of this event will be donated to NWA Equality.

WHEN: Friday June 23, 2023

WHERE: Art Court, 227 W Dickson Street, Fayetteville, AR 72704

TICKETS: $25 (Includes yoga, post class Juice and protein bites, and giveaways!)

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Free community class brought to you by First National Bank of NWA and EYL! Free event but, you MUST preregister and sign a liability waiver to participate. Please bring your own yoga mat, as we will NOT have any on site to provide. 

WHERE: First National Bank of NWA, 3553 N. Steele Blvd, Fayetteville, AR

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Our signature power yoga class, strictly for the fellas. This class fosters camaraderie amongst the men in our community by allowing them to flow together and grow together. This class is held the first Saturday of every month  and is will have a male instructor. All levels welcomed and you do NOT have to be a member to flow.  

Click here to sign up for the Fayetteville Studio

Click here to sign up for the Rogers Studio.

Enhance your mind-body connection with journaling!

Journaling is a simple, yet effective way to expand upon your time on the mat, foster mindfulness, and deepen your physical practice.

We'll explore ways to emotionally process your practice and explore your thoughts of your time on the mat in a healing way. You’ll learn to hold ownership of your reactions and to hold space for self love and reflection...all while clearing the way for the ultimate transformation to take place.

You'll receive a yoga journal to personalize and make all your own! We will then move through a 30-minute gentle flow before concluding with journaling exercises to process the flow.

You'll learn to integrate free writing-pre and post practice-and to overcome mental and emotional blockage using writing prompts that encourage self exploration and self discovery.

Space is limited to 14 clients.

Tickets: $45 for the Workshop, practice, and journal

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Want to unlock headstand in your practice? Of course you do-and we have a workshop for that! 

Headstands develop incredible shoulder, back, and core strength, body awareness, and coordination. All skills which are required to unlock forearm balance AND HANDstand. Without a proper and strong headstand practice, it's nearly impossible to balance on your forearms or hands.

In Headstand ELXR, we'll safely explore the fundamentals of headstands and provide a clear, methodical approach for a healthy headstand practice that will last a lifetime. We’ll spend time learning how to (1) intentionally warm up to prepare for headstand (2) how to strengthen the body for headstand, and (3) how to properly utilize the core to bring power and stability to your headstand - all skills that will help strengthen your everyday yoga practice.

We'll then explore 6 progressive headstands of a traditional yoga practice, many of which you probably never knew existed! Come curious to learn and get ready to take on a fresh perspective of standing on your head!

Location: EYL-Rogers

Tickets: $45 for the two-hour workshop

This workshop is limited to the first 8 clients.

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Grounded in the "niyama svadhyaya" or the art of 'self-study', this workshop will provide an opportunity to learn more about tarot and oracle decks, how to use them, and their relationship to yoga. You'll leave this workshop with a working knowledge of yogic philosophy, and with a new tool for connecting to your intuition. Expect a soulful, heart-opening flow to help connect these ideas to the physical practice of yoga.

 This workshop is limited to 10 clients to allow for effective conversation and facilitation of the content.

 When: 3/11 10:30 am-12:30 pm

Where: EYL-FAY (200 W. Center Street, Suite B2, Fayetteville)

Tickets: $35

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Our signature power yoga class, strictly for the fellas. This class fosters camaraderie amongst the men in our community by allowing them to flow together and grow together. This class is held the first Saturday of every month  and is will have a male instructor. All levels welcomed and you do NOT have to be a member to flow.  

Click here to sign up for the Fayetteville Studio

Click here to sign up for the Rogers Studio.

Join ELXR Yoga Lounge and lululemon Fayetteville for a special evening of healing as black women of all ages come together to begin or continue their own personal journeys towards healing, self-love, and transformation. 

This event will be led BY black women and provide a safe space FOR black women to learn to incorporate yoga, meditation, and therapy into their every day lives as an overall plan for physical, emotional, and mental wellness. 

We'll begin with a gentle yoga practice (suitable for beginners) to help you harness the power of yoga as a tool to improve your physical and emotional health. 

You'll also learn how deep breathing and meditation can combat anxiety, stress, and depression bringing an overall sense of peace to your life. 

Finally, you'll have the chance to chat with a licensed  therapist about the importance of protecting mental health with the black female community. 

So, come!..bring a friend, meet a new friend, or just come relax and enjoy the safe space and programing we have in store for you!

Tickets: $20 (Includes yoga class, meditation session, & therapy guidance, giveaways from lululemon and ELXR Yoga Lounge)

Location: lululemon Fayetteville 200 W Center Street Fayetteille, Arkansas

Wear comfortable clothes and please bring a yoga mat.

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We received so many requests for an additional workshop, we added another session! DON’T WAIT TO SIGN UP! ONLY 10 SPOTS AVAILABLE!

2023 is YOUR year to handstand! You will experience firsthand that it takes much more than brute strength to steady yourself on your hands! We’ll focus on strengthening and stretching the shoulders while also learning to tap into the strength of your core and explore its proper utilization. We'll then move on to the biomechanics of handstands, breaking them down in a unique manner. Resolution Handstand is for all levels-beginner to advanced-and no matter where you are in your inversion practice, you WILL learn the techniques needed for real improvement! This workshop will also explore new, an innovative ways to use the wall to develop serious strength and make progress to a handstand in the middle of the room!

This workshop takes place at our ROGERS location!

75 Minute Flow & Stretch designed to help you set meaningful intentions for the new year! Kick 2023 off right and with your goals for the new year at the forefront of your yoga practice. 

Your yoga practice is the key to unlock all you want in life! 💯💯💯

40 Minutes of Power Flow to ignite your inner fire 🔥 of determination followed by 25 minutes of relaxing deep stretch to help build focus. We'll end with an extended Savasana to help cement your goals and intentions. 

Class attendees will be treated with juice smoothies and juice shots from Swoon Juice Bar as well as receive a guest pass to gift a friend to help them kick start their yoga journey at EYL! Not a member? Join during this class and you'll get your first 3 months of unlimited classes for 50% OFF!

Sign up for the FAYETTEVILLE class with Christina.

Sign up for the ROGERS class with Nicole.

Want to take your practice to the next level? Learning how to integrate breath work into your classes and personal practice unlocks a whole new layer.

Join Logan as he takes you through finding your traditional yogic breath (Ujayi), the foundational breathing technique for any practice, as well as a variety of other breathing techniques. You will learn how to calm and energize your body and mind, in AND out of practice, all using the calming power of your breath.

Expect a slow, non-heated, breath to movement vinyasa based flow to end this workshop. You’ll learn to flow with a grounding and intentional breath. We’ll then follow with a calming/cooling breath techniques, beginner levels meditations, and breath work while in relaxing yin poses.

Space is limited to 10 people.

Tickets: $30

When: Sunday, July 31st 10 am-11:30 am

Where: EYL-Pinnacle Hills

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Of all yoga poses, backbends are THE best way to release fear, find inner strength, and to learn to love yourself. Not only are backbends necessary for a strong and healthy spine, when approached correctly, they can heal spinal ailments including low back pain and neck issues. Whether you enjoy back bends and want to advance or you're unsure of how to safely enter backbends, this workshop is for you.

Join Nicole in this 2 hour exploration of the spine, hips, and core and how these elements are used to safely and efficiently enter backbends. We will explore beginner backbends, floor based backbends, and standing backbends and learn how exploration of a safe backbend practice can help you find a higher level of freedom.

All levels welcome! Space is limited to 10 people.

When:Sunday, July 10th, 10:00 am-12:00 pm

Where: EYL-Pinnacle Hills

Tickets: $40

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Can you handle 108 Sun Salutations? When it’s part of a dope EYL vibe, YES!

Join us in celebrating the Summer Solstice! Summer Solstice is the longest day of the year, and in the yoga world, we celebrate by doing 108 Sun Salutations to salute the sun. Join your favorite EYL instructors, and lululemon for fun, music, and this yogi right of passage. Stay for beer, snacks, and giveaways afterwards! lululemon will be clearing the store and the 108 will take place INSIDE the store! No yoga experience required and this is a beginner friendly event. Please bring your own yoga mat!

When: Saturday June 25th 9-11 am

Where: lululemon Fayetteville (inside the store!)

Tickets: $20 for yoga and drinks, and a good time

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It's our first-ever Juneteenth celebration at EYL-PINNACLE HILLS and we're celebrating with Trap Yoga & Tacos!

TRAP Yoga is a Hip Hop yoga flow where you're encouraged to sing, dance, and just have a good time. Join us for music, a fun EYL FLOW, followed by brisket tacos and a FREE brunch cocktail catered by McClard's BBQ, giveaways by lululemon and more!

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN YOGA MAT!

When: June 19, yoga starts at 10:00 am

Where: ELXR YOGA LOUNGE-Pinnacle Hills parking deck behind the ONE UPTOWN building

5102 W. Pauline Whitaker PKWY

Rogers, Arkansas

Tickets: $25 (includes, class, 2 tacos, and a brunch cocktail!)

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Join us for a party! Music, Prosecco and snacks followed by a Pride outfit contest! Wear your favorite pride gear because the best parade outfit will win a $250 gift card from lululemon-Fayetteville! We will walk together in a show of unity to the parade route on Dickson Street at 4:30 pm sharp!

The Parade starts at 5 pm. Gift card winner will be announced at 4:20 pm!

When: June 18th 3:30 pm- 4:30 pm

Where: ELXR YOGA LOUNCE-Fayetteville

200 W. CENTER STREET, STE B2

FAVETTEVILLE

Get ready to work that 🍑! Strong glutes are important for low back health as well as strong and flexible hips. Weak glutes can contribute to low back issues as well as instability along the entire back side of the body.

In this 90 minute workshop, Caitlin will educate you on how to specifically target and strengthen all 3 parts of the glutes: glute max, glute medius, and glute minimus in addition to showing you how to actively engage your glutes to use your body weight and your yoga practice to build a strong and functional 🍑.

When:Sunday June 5th 11:30 am-1:00pm

Where:EYL-FAYETTEVILLE

Tickets: $35

Space is limited to 10 people!

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Hundreds of medical studies have shown the spectacular health benefits of meditation. In this 2 hour workshop, we'll put this scientific research to good, practical use by incorporating easy-to-use, targeted meditations into a unique mindful eating and weight-control strategy that's designed for you and your needs. We'll end with a brief restorative yoga practice followed by a short guided mediation to get you started. NO PRIOR MEDITATION EXPERIENCE NEEDED!

When: Sunday April 24, 2022 4 pm-6 pm CST

Where: ELXR Yoga Lounge Pinnacle Hills; 5102 W. Pauline Whitaker Pkwy, Suite 119, Rogers, AR

Cost: $45

Click here to save your spot! Space is limited so don’t wait!

Curious about astrology, tarot, and numerology, but don’t know where to start?

Like yoga, these mystical tools can be applied to your life for self-discovery and growth on your path to spiritual awakening and peace. In this workshop, you’ll briefly learn about astrology, numerology and tarot. You’ll discover your astrological sun sign, how to perform a basic tarot card reading for yourself, and meditate on your reading during a gentle yoga practice to begin your path to self-discovery and enlightenment.

Cost: $40

Are you struggling with LOW BACK PAIN?

Join Doctor of Physical Therapy and 200-hr Certified Yoga Instructor, Ali Guthrie, for a two-hour workshop focusing entirely on the low back.

Back pain is the most common reported “pain” in America. Low back pain is multi-faceted and can be attributed to many different causes.

Before going down the road of pain meds, injections, and surgery consults, reach out to your in-studio Physical Therapy/Yoga Instructor. Pain is your body communicating with you and it’s time to listen!

In this workshop you will learn how to optimize your current daily functional activities, stabilize important muscles, and learn what mobility YOUR body needs most to reduce or eliminate low back pain. The goal of this workshop is to educate you about YOUR back pain and use effective yoga techniques, skills, and poses to bring relief from spine related injuries and ease overall back discomfort.

When: December 11th from 10:30am-12:30pm.

Cost: $40

Space is limited to 14 clients!

Yoga Nidra is a deep relaxation technique used in yoga to help boost energy levels, enhance creativity and give the mind a chance to rest and rejuvinate.

We will explore the liminal space between wakefulness and sleep, but don’t worry, we won’t be ACTUALLY sleeping! Have you ever been in that peaceful state just before you’re about to go to sleep, and had a great idea? Then not written it down and forgotten all about it the next day? Yoga Nidra will help you to explore that creative thinking space, allowing you to find focus and work towards solving a problem or task you may have had difficult with recently.

To enhance relaxation, feel free to wear your yoga outfit, lounge clothes, or even PJs! You will end the practice feeling as though you’ve had a good night’s rest. Space is limited to 14 clients.

Cost:$35