I’m a bit of a yoga junkie, so when I was invited to check out The Space and The Fuel at Green Oak Village Place in Brighton, I was excited. I’d been following them online for a while and loved watching the space come together.
The Space is a beautiful yoga studio offering many different styles. From the moment you walk in, the vibe is warm and welcoming and the clean, modern design is lovely. There’s a strong sense of community among regulars, but my friend and I felt welcome as first-timers.
The studio has infrared-heated ceilings that provide direct warmth—like sunlight—without drying out the air. The heat is strong enough to help with flexibility and boost your cardio, but not so intense that it becomes uncomfortable. I appreciated that it wasn’t over the top; some studios are way too hot for my taste.
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They also have an infrared sauna with Himalayan salt panels, which is designed to promote circulation and encourage sweating out toxins—I wish I’d had more time to try it.
Around the lobby you’ll find retail items: crystals, air plants, natural beauty products, handmade jewelry and malas, and clothing. It’s a great spot to pick up a gift or a little treasure for yourself.
Classes span all levels. A few of the offerings include:
– The Fusion — A mix of strength and cardio with vinyasa flows and extended holds in a heated room. Good for all levels with modifications.
– The Calm — Full-body, active recovery in a hatha style at room temperature. Great for runners and crossfitters.
– The Strength — Bodyweight, weights, and bands focused on strength and HIIT for intense training. For intermediate and advanced students; non-heated.
– The Release — A signature vinyasa flow that emphasizes ujjayi breath and uplifting messages. Includes chances to flow together and solo; suitable for all levels with modifications. Heated room.
– The Dance — Dance-based yoga with plyometrics and dynamic asanas for a fast, fun cardio workout. Open to all levels.
– The Contrast — A yinyasa blend with boot-camp-style drills and HIIT to raise your heart rate, then slow down to stretch. For intermediate and advanced students; starts heated and finishes at room temp.
– The Flight — Starts with vinyasa and moves into inversions, with time to workshop poses. All levels welcome with modifications. Heated room.
See their schedule HERE.
My friend and I tried The Release with Kelli and I loved it. The flow and energy in the room were great. Between vinyasa sequences we did some HIIT moves like burpees, punching, and freestyle dance, and it felt like a real release. Pushing yourself physically can open you up and let go of stress, worry, and negative energy. When you hit your edge you can find clarity and feel refreshed. The class’s positive messages added a lot, and everyone in the room was so supportive.
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If you’re a parent, there’s childcare! They offer care for kids ages 0–12 while you take a class, which makes it much easier to fit practice into a busy day. Check the schedule to see childcare times.
After class, we headed next door to The Fuel. Their menu has cold-pressed juices, smoothies, salads, wraps, zoodles, and more. Everything is dairy-free, gluten-free, oil-free, plant-based, and made from fresh whole foods, with lots of seasonal ingredients. I loved how fresh everything tasted, and the presentation was lovely. It’s perfect for refueling, rehydrating, and replenishing after a workout—I had the açaí bowl and it was amazing.
Green Oak Village Place, The Space, and The Fuel are hosting two giveaways for my readers. One winner will receive a gift certificate for two weeks of unlimited classes at The Space, and another winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to The Fuel. Follow the prompts below to enter and good luck!
Do you practice yoga?
What’s your favorite type of yoga to practice?
Disclaimer: I was provided complimentary classes and meals in exchange for this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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