History
Bikram began yoga at the age of three with his Guru Bishnu Ghosh, the younger brother of Paramahansa Yogananda (author of: Autobiography of a Yogi) Ghosh was the first to scientifically document the ability to help cure chronic diseases and heal the body through the regular practice of yoga. Following a weight lifting accident in which Bikram shattered his knee, doctors declared that he would never walk again. Defying the doctors diagnoses, Bikram returned to his guru, and under his care and training, was walking again in six months. Inspired by his injury and rehabilitation, Bikram decided to teach yoga full time and came into his own. He developed the original sequence of twenty-six yoga postures and two breathing exercises. He began opening yoga studios in India and Japan before moving to the US in 1973, with the help of former U.S. President Nixon. He quickly became the foremost yoga teacher in the West as celebrities, athletes and other aspirants flocked to his studios.
Specialties
Joya is a suite of 5 boutique studios under one roof! We offer various classes in Yoga (Vinyasa, Bikram, Yin, Kundalini, Aerial), Hot Pilates, Mat Pilates, Barre, Cycling, Strength Training classes, as well as Sound Healing and mediation. Both heated and non-heated classes are offered at all 3 of our locations. Most classes are beginner friendly, and instructors offer modifications for beginners. Joya is more than just a gym. We have a strong, loving, and supportive community. We hope you can come join our Joya Tribe and be part of something bigger.