Modern Yoga Studios Turns 9

A message from James & Joyce…

On the morning of Thursday, May 19th, 2016, Modern Yoga’s door officially opened in Strongsville.  It is such an honor to be able to celebrate 9 years in business. We would not be here without you. Thank you so much for making this whole thing possible. It’s been a wild and crazy ride thanks to 2020, but here we are ready to do and teach yoga again and again. Just think of all the breaths we’ve taken, the anxiety we’ve helped reduce, the mindfulness you’ve found, and the ah-ha moments discovered, real insight! It’s pretty incredible and something to be proud of. I know we are. 

To Our Students: You Are the Heartbeat

Whether you joined us yesterday or back in 2016, every time you step onto the mat you add a beat to the Modern Yoga rhythm. You embraced virtual classes during the pandemic shutdown in 2020, kept your memberships active when we reopened with smaller class sizes, and celebrated big milestones—like the grand opening of our second studio in 2022—with matching enthusiasm. Your resilience turned a challenging chapter into a lesson on what community really means. 

To Our Teachers & Team: You Light the Way

Our teachers are more than instructors—they are storytellers, mentors, and friends who hold space for growth every single class. From crafting creative sequences to offering a supportive smile at the front desk, they embody the Modern Yoga spirit of seva (selfless service). Thank you for guiding, inspiring, and reminding us that yoga extends far beyond the mat.

Seva in Action: $62,000+ Donated (and Counting)

Since launching our weekly Hot Power Yoga Donation Class, you’ve collectively raised more than $62,000 for local charities and neighbors in need. Few businesses in any industry can claim that level of grassroots giving. This program proves that a mindful community can create real‑world change—and we’re just getting started.

Milestones We’re Proud Of

• 2016: Opened our flagship Strongsville studio and our beloved cold‑towel tradition.

• 2017–2019: Introduced Warrior Mats and Added specialty workshops and teacher trainings,

• 2020: Pivoted to livestreams and on‑demand classes when the world hit pause—your support kept us afloat.

• 2022: Opened Brecksville, doubling our class schedule and welcoming new faces to the family.

• 2023–2025: Expanded teaching staff to over 20 teachers, Expanded retreat offerings, and our other community events.

None of these milestones would exist without you.

Anniversary Sale: Best Prices of the Year (Ends May 31!)

To celebrate nine incredible years, we’re offering our deepest discounts on:

• All Memberships and Class Passes

• Modern Yoga Boutique Deals! Get the yoga gear you deserve!

• Yoga Teacher Training Sale!

These special prices vanish at 11:59 PM on May 31. Consider it our birthday gift to you.

Looking Ahead

As we enter our tenth year, expect even more:

• A revamped SEVA volunteer program to keep our studios sparkling and accessible.

• New workshops that blend yoga with strength training, mobility, and meditation.

• Continued commitment to affordable pricing so the gift of yoga remains within everyone’s reach.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making Modern Yoga a place where authenticity, compassion, and community thrive. Here’s to nine years of shared breaths—and to many, many more.

With infinite gratitude and love,

James & Joyce Atherton
Co‑Founders, Modern Yoga Studios
Strongsville • Brecksville

“With life as short as a half‑taken breath, don’t plant anything but love.” — Rumi

See you on the mat. ?