Asheville Yoga Center is Open! We Are Here For You
Our beloved Asheville community and the Appalachian region have been deeply impacted by Hurricane Helene. We are incredibly grateful that our teachers and staff are safe, and that our studio—a sanctuary for so many—has weathered the storm. Our hearts go out to all of our neighbors who have been affected, and we are committed to supporting our community in the days ahead.
Charities of the Month
Most needed items:
- Shelf-stable food (pop-top cans preferred, not requiring a can opener).
- Shelf-stable items can also include breakfast bars, protein bars,
healthy snacks, etc. - Bottled water
- Baby and toddler formula and food Baby wipes
- Diapers (all ages) and adult incontinence products
- Personal hygiene products
- Feminine hygiene products
- Cleaning supplies, masks & gloves
Community Support
We are accepting and distributing supplies and donations at the Ayurvedic Institute to share with the community including water, non-perishables (especially protein), menstrual products, diapers, baby formula, wipes, toiletries, masks, and gloves.
Warm kitchari will be served at The Ayurvedic Institute on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:00 to 2:00pm.
So far, we have hosted a series of daily donation based classes and raised over $1,000 for MANNA Food Bank with our community support.
Every week, we are hosting $10 community classes. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please visit our class schedule page to see the full weekly yoga schedule.
Support The Studio Directly
Many folks have reached out to ask how they can help the studio and our teachers at this tender time. The very best way you can support us also supports you!
Register for one or more or our future multi-day workshops. and for a limited time, receive a 25% off discount. You can also purchase registrations for community members in need who we can offer scholarships to.
We are also running early bird discounts on our 2025 Teaching From The Heart Teacher Training Programs.
In response to requests from folks asking how they can support the studio directly, we have set up a GoFundMe page to aid staff and teachers who are facing difficulties from the storm, and to help sustain the studio through these unforeseen circumstances.
Local Resources
Information about traveling to Western North Carolina: Visit NC
Real-time traffic updates and road closure information: DriveNC.gov
Current information on food and water distribution sites and other updates from the City of Asheville: City of Asheville Recovery Resources
Buncombe County resources: Buncombe County Emergency Preparedness
Travel and safety info for the Asheville area: Explore Asheville
We are deeply grateful for your support.
Here’s to grieving, breathing, and joining our hearts.
With love,
The AYC Family
