Open Space is a warm and inviting sanctuary for yoga in the heart of Anchorage. We offer fantastic yoga, creative dance, meditation, massage, bodywork, and more. Our vision is to be open to all who walk up to our doors and help cultivate the vibrant Anchorage community. We host a diversity of classes, workshops, retreats, trainings, and special events.
Besides our variety of weekly "drop-in" yoga classes, (take a look at our current schedule), our studio is available for reasonable rent by the hour. I ave especially enjoyed Svia's kind and encouraging teaching in prenatal, mommy and me, and hips, core, explore. She is an amazing teacher with a gift for meeting people where they are at in their practice and providing modifications.
Besides our variety of weekly "drop-in" yoga classes, (take a look at our current schedule), our studio is available for reasonable rent by the hour. I ave especially enjoyed Svia's kind and encouraging teaching in prenatal, mommy and me, and hips, core, explore. She is an amazing teacher with a gift for meeting people where they are at in their practice and providing modifications.
Services
Two peaceful rooms provide warm and soothing ambiance allowing you to unwind and LET GO in the care of one of our skilled therapists. A variety of healing art modalities are offered to cater to your exact needs. From Deep Tissue Massage to Thai Bodywork and Reflexology, we provide thorough and safe personal care by well trained and professional therapists.
All Levels Yoga meets your body where it is. Expect a yoga class grounded by traditional asana (poses), dhyana (meditation), pranayama (breathwork), and a some Sanskrit chanting. Classes will be physically challenging, but not always a sweaty workout. Yoga instructors bring their favorite sequences and techniques from a variety of yoga lineages, and invite you to experience them in your body.
Private lessons provide a setting in which your individuality can be addressed. Through verbal instruction, imagery, demonstration, and hands-on direction, yoga postures and breathing exercises are uniquely chosen and developed to meet your specific needs. Consistent private instruction gradually and effectively increases your strength, endurance, and range of motion.
Reviews (10)
Bliss Yoga Alaska
Sep 22, 2020
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There is so much I want to say about how wonderful Open Space is and how amazing Svia is. I experienced an incredible retreat with Svia a few weeks ago and I am still feeling the afterglow. It was a genuine treat to be lead through such wholehearted and deep (on many levels) yoga practice by such a skilled, passionate, and dedicated teacher.
The entire event was held outside with many safely precautions in place so that I felt completely comfortable and cared for even with the challenges of Covid. Svia gave me the gift of rest that weekend and the added experience of directing me back to the Wonder
The entire event was held outside with many safely precautions in place so that I felt completely comfortable and cared for even with the challenges of Covid. Svia gave me the gift of rest that weekend and the added experience of directing me back to the Wonder
Sara Beth Ignizio
Aug 28, 2020
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David Matthys
Jan 28, 2020
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Karenina B.
Oct 24, 2019
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A great community space. Currently I am really enjoying taking David's tai chi class on mondays. Many of the classes are by donation which I think is a rad offering, not everyone can afford 20 dollar yoga classes so it's nice that this is available to the community. Open space offers a wide variety of classes and a really comfortable feeling.
Heather Hidell
Jul 06, 2019
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I was new to anchorage and looking for a studio, and have finally found someplace amazing!!! Svia is seriously such a genuine, kind, and extremely skilled teacher. She offers a variety of classes, but my favorite is her Ashtanga short series. It is challenging but adaptable to anyone wanting to really feel strengthened and rejuvenated. I have grown a lot in my practice just by attending this weekly class for a little while. I have done teacher trainings and classes a lot of places over the years and some of my favorite classes of all time have been at this studio. If you’re thinking about it
Arwa Abulhasan
Jun 14, 2019
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I have enjoyed Svia’s yoga classes since 2006!!! Open space is my sanctuary and I love to be in that peaceful and creative environment. I’ve done a few workshops led by others that I also loved. The highlight of my practice with open space is the 108 Svia does for the summer solstice. Svia also does an amazing Thai massage. This is the best place in Anchorage.
Traci Schacht
Jan 12, 2019
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Open Space is a welcoming yoga studio and community space. Besides great regular yoga offerings with amazing local teachers, they often host weekend workshops with master teachers traveling from afar. Svia has been my teacher since I moved to Anchorage 10 years ago. At each class, I learn something new and leave feeling a lot more balanced and at peace than when I arrived. She provides a complete practice for body, mind, and spirit.
E. Figus
Aug 29, 2018
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I’m rating this today because I have enjoyed attending Open Space and I am surprised it does not yet have more reviews. Open Space is a great studio with awesome staff. Classes are not over full, every attendee gets the full attention of the instructor, and the entire experience is as mindful and centered as yoga is meant to be. Classes are as hard or as easy as each attendee wants to make them, and I appreciate the positive seriousness with which the instructors approach their classes. Yoga is not a game or a popularity contest: it is an approach to muscle stability and strengthening, and an
Theresa W.
Jan 02, 2018
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This is the most amazing yoga studio! I have gone to every studio in Anchorage and many in Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco. This is by far MY FAVORITE. The community is welcoming, the teachers are very well educated and helpful, and I always leave feeling like my energy has been given a positive boost. I can't give this studio enough praises. I especially love the pre-natal yoga classes taught by Svia and Karen. This is my sacred time, and I miss it terribly when I am not able to attend. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Very affordable too!
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Don't listen to the review about the return policy, this studio
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Don't listen to the review about the return policy, this studio
Bonnie McCoy
Nov 20, 2017
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Open Space is Anchorage's best kept secret! The studio itself has tons of natural light; it's very welcoming and it just feels good! Not to mention it's affordable and the teachers, THE TEACHERS, are wonderful! One of my first EVER yoga classes was at Svia's Hips, Core, Explore class at Laughing Lotus before she re-opened as Open Space Yoga Studio. Her classes are consistently powerful and well rounded, though incredibly versatile. To know Svia, or to know Open Space is to know that you are part of the family just by walking in the front door. If you are looking for Community, Fun, Intention or
