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14 Tips to Go From Yoga To Happy Hour
We’ve all been there. You want to go to yoga, but you also want to meet your friends for Happy Hour. Priorities?! Well, I say go to both! It’s important to get your workout in, but it’s also important to spend time with your besties! Now for the bigger issue: You don’t have time to […]
Stacey Bell Explains Yoga & Your Inner Spirit
We have a really special 2-weekend immersion coming up with one of our most experienced teachers, Stacey Bell. It’s called Yoga and Your Inner Spirit and starts on Saturday, April 2 in Bloomfield. Learn about breathing techniques, meditation and how that works with your subtle body, including your chakras, koshas and nadis. Don’t know what […]
20 in 30: Do Yoga. Raise Money. Feel Great.
Our April 20 in 30 Challenge starts in just 14 days. Now’s the time to start thinking about it. Studio managers have posted the sign up boards in each location and are ready to answer your questions. Write your name on the line. Then start looking at your April schedule because you’ll get to do […]
Take St. Paddy’s Yoga on Thursday; Win a Day Pass to Yoga Journal Live! in NYC
Party like it’s St. Paddy’s Day on your yoga mat. We’ve planned a special giveaway for our students this Thursday. We have 3 day passes for the Yoga Journal Live! event in New York City on April 8 through 11. And you have a great chance of winning one of them. All you have to […]
When You Need Toasted Marshmallow Chocolate Chip Fudge Brownie Pie
I am huge on healthy cooking. Every meal I cook is packed with nutrition. But sometimes when you’re hitting six hot classes a week and eating lots of grilled chicken and veggies, you just need Toasted Marshmallow Chocolate Chip Fudge Brownie Pie. My friends love when I make this pie. I’ve even used it as […]
Why Modern Yoga is NOT a Failure
I am a modern yoga success story. Recently, some articles have gone viral about the failures of modern yoga. They discuss why people should stop–or never even start–practicing. They criticize the new meaning of teaching yoga and the potential disservice in posting pictures of poses. These articles site ancient texts such as the Upanishads and […]
Instagram #FuelYourFire Winners Have a Happy Day
Thanks to everyone who participated in or took a peek at our most recent Instagram Challenge called #FuelYourFire. We picked the winners today, and they are very happy! We drew random winners out of hat. Student yogis who posted the pose of the day every day in February were eligible. Three students won outfits from […]
Yoga Is Where I Found My Friends
When I first started doing yoga, I thought I was adding another workout to my routine. I thought I’d get to a class once a week and still do my long runs and cross-training classes. But yoga became my primary workout. One of the reasons I became so obsessed was this feeling of being part […]
Rainy Day Blues? Try Our Boost Your Mood Playlist
Rain may be pouring down outside today, but make it sunny inside. This playlist is full of happy, fun sing-along songs that will instantly boost your mood and brighten your day. –Colleen Shea https://open.spotify.com/embed/user/1246808229/playlist/13RbrhYwbVIMfnnAZyTZYa
Kim Shand’s Cauliflower Rice
This weekend, catch Kim Shand’s 4-part series called The Power of Practice at PFY Wayne. On Sundays from 1:30 to 3 pm, she’ll help you make a 30-day commitment to reboot your thought patterns and experience more success. She’ll talk about eating habits and building strength. Kim will also go over the yogic ways to […]
Yoga Love For Valentine’s Weekend
This has been a big week for sweet holidays. Not only is this Sunday Valentine’s Day, Monday was Chinese New Year. Yesterday was Mardis Gras. Today is a New Moon. There are just so many reasons to celebrate. And we always think it’s a great idea to take the party to your mat. Most of […]
How I Make Time for Yoga
Every now and then, I look for an excuse to get out of going to yoga. “I’m too tired!” “I didn’t eat enough today!” “Yesterday’s workout was really hard.” “The class I want to go to is probably full”. Yes, taking days off is important. You have to do it. And sometimes, these excuses are […]
Why Sam Rosalie is Doing PFY’s Instagram Challenge for February
Did you know PFY is hosting our second Instagram Challenge starting next Monday, February 1? We’d love for you to join in and get your chance to win a free outfit from lulu. Here’s why Sam Rosalie is doing it. She’s a dedicated PFY Hoboken yogi, and she modeled for all 29 photos that we […]
An Acoustic Snowstorm Playlist for Your Wintry Day
As you know, we had to cancel all classes on this snowy day. We hope you’re warm and relaxed during the storm. Here’s a playlist, Acoustic Snowstorm, that’s perfect for snuggling in and hunkering down. Stay home, spend time with loved ones, eat good food and take a listen. We’ll see you in the studio […]
Fitness Addict Turned Dedicated Yogi: One Students’ Story
If you asked me 10 years ago what yoga meant to me, I would have said, “Nothing. It’s just stretching.” If you asked me the same question 5 years ago, I would’ve said, “It’s a good thing to do once a month, but it’s not a workout.” If I were to get that same question […]
Featured Playlist: A Tuesday Yoga Dance Party
We want to wish a big, warm welcome to our newest blogger, PFY yogi Colleen Shea. She put together this playlist to get you in the Tuesday dance party mood. These are the songs–by OutKast, Justin Timberlake, Lady Gaga and more–she listens to at an Irish bar in Hoboken after she takes yoga class with […]
Last Chance: Go to a Yoga and Surf Retreat in Puerto Rico!
If you desperately need a winter vacation, Powerflow Yoga and Float Retreats still have a few spots left in our Yoga and Surf Retreat in Rincon, Puerto Rico, on February 3 through 7. Just imagine… You are a quick flight away from a 4-day, 5-night all-inclusive beachfront villa where you will be pampered with 2 […]
We’re In the Holiday Spirit at PFY
We’re in the holiday spirit at PFY. We made merry at our annual party, and now we are busy celebrating in the studio with our students. Here’s what is going on in our different locations: In Bloomfield, donations from the free classes will go to Sarah’s Covenant Homes. This is a nonprofit that helps abandoned […]
PFY Yoga Teachers Get Their Holiday On
Happy holidays from the entire PFY staff. We’re celebrating it all! We’re feeling especially warm and fuzzy about the success and happiness of the past year. We love our jobs. We love serving our students. Last night, PFY owner Jerry LePore threw us a 10-studio party and tons of teachers and studio managers got their […]
Saturday in Morristown: Amazing Live Music + Yoga
We just want to make sure you know about the really cool class coming up in Morristown tomorrow morning, Saturday, 12-5, from 9 to 10:30 am. Allison Scaramelli will teach set to live music by 13 Hands, also known as a really cool man named Dalian. Who is Dalian? He plays instrumental healing music that […]
20 in 30: Done and Done!
Our November 20 classes in 30 days challenge is done. And hundreds of PFY yogis are done! They completed their mission. Some did 20 classes, squeezing in their last ones on Monday. A few people took 30 classes. A few more did the bonus round and visted all 10 PFY studios. Even if you only […]
Thankful Video Strikes Back
We are super thankful once again. We wish you and your loved ones a very special and happy Thanksgiving! Please watch our video starring some of your favorite people: Kim Copeland, PFY Teacher Josh Ehlin, PFY Teacher Kimie Mittman, PFY Clifton Manager and Teacher Anthony, Yogi Kelly Briggs, PFY Teacher Kristen Brunello, PFY Bloomfield Manager […]
Two Thanksgiving Tips from Raghunath
Raghunath taught a bhakti workshop a fewyears ago at PFY Morristown, and his words still ring true. Everyone in the sold out room was singing, smiling and attempting handstands. Raghunath’s style is to inspire you off the mat and encourage you to be courageous on the mat. He always brings an incredible amount of wisdom […]
20 in 30: 5 Tips for Surviving the Last Half
We’ve passed the halfway mark for our November 20 classes in 30 days challenge. Some yogis have completed 17+. Some have done 2. We are cheering for you all. If your mind is starting to be more clear and focused, and your muscles are starting to be stonger and more supple, then the mission is […]
Mayor Does Yoga for Bloomfield
Yoga with the Mayor was fun and successful last Saturday. Bloomfield Mayor Mike Venezia did the whole 60-minute hot class at PFY Bloomfield. More than 45 yogis showed up to practice with him. The event celebrated Washington Street community businesses like Taj Mahal, Heavenly Flavors, Anthony’s and more. Alison McCue (center) taught, and owner Jerry […]
TT True Stories: What Makes a Good Teacher?
You know you are drawn to certain special yoga teachers. Maybe you like the way they give instructions. Maybe it’s their style of vinyasa flow. It could be the level of difficulty. Sometimes you love their playlists! What makes you click with some instructors? Why do they become your favorites? Powerflow Yoga’s Teacher Trainees are […]
Congrats & Happy Birthday to PFY Owner Jerry LePore
Today is PFY owner Jerry LePore’s 50th birthday, and we want to wish him a very happy one. Congratulations are also in order because this Monday night, Jerry was an honored guest at the annual Kula for Karma gala (see him our PFY family photo). Kula appreciates his service and dedication to yogis in New […]
20 in 30 Begins: Join Our FB Page & Do the Bonus Round
The 20 in 30 challenge has officially started. Today is Day 3, and some yogis have already taken 3 classes and put their stickers on the wall. (You’ll see the poster boards hanging in each studio.) But the numbers don’t really matter much. While most of the more than 500 yogis who have signed up […]
Happy Halloween! Special Classes! And Freebies!
What are you doing this Halloween? Want to add some hot power yoga to your weekend plans? PFY has many fun and festive options for you. Here is a list of our special Halloween offerings all in one place. Take a closer look, many spooktacular events are free (check out what’s going on in Clifton): […]
Teachers of the Month: Eileen Cortright & Susan Steiner
You already heard that Alison McCue was named Teacher of the Month in Bloomfield. Now, PFY wants to honor more of our great teachers throughout our studios. We’re sending big congratulations to Eileen Cortright and Susan Steiner. Eileen (photo left) is a leader in our Bergen County studios of Glen Rock and Ridgewood. Susan (photo […]
TT True Stories: Can You Really Take 6 Classes a Week? Yes!
Could you take 6 hot power vinyasa classes in a week, including 2 in one day? (In yoga slang, 2 classes in one day is called a double). Some of you will be doing just that soon for the 20 in 30 Challenge that starts November 1. The PFY yogis who are in our Teacher […]
10 Reasons to Do 20 in 30
Have you heard about PFY’s 20 Classes in 30 Days Challenge? Maybe you’ve completed it (several times). Or maybe you’ve thought about it (a lot). Or maybe you don’t know exactly what the heck is going on. It’s simple, we promise. Starting November 1, you take 20 classes in 30 days. When you finish, you […]
TT True Stories: How Was Your First Weekend?
So how did the first weekend of TT go for our PFY TT scholarship recipients? Was the program what they expected it would be? Were they relaxed or did their heads explode? In case you’re considering a TT in your future, these three yogis tell you what it’s really like. This is TT True Stories! […]