Our Philosophy

Our philosophy is simple—we embrace the 5000+ year old idea that a conscious yoga practice can transform individuals both spiritually and physically. Yoga helps us reveal the inner wisdom that is alive, uniquely, in each of us, and helps to remove obstacles to encourage that river of wisdom to freely flow. Yoga can help make the choices that are the best for ourselves and the community around us. This, we believe, is the essential foundation for a life of fulfillment, peace and ultimately freedom. On the lighter side, yoga is fun and practicing feels wonderful and who can't use more of that!

Our Mission and Intention

Our mission for Flow Yoga Center is to be a true reflection of all that yoga is: vibrant, purposeful, meaningful, authentic, conscious, joyful, spiritual and transforming. In doing so, our aim is to serve our community by sharing yoga, encouraging greater physical health and fulfilled spirits. We carry out our mission by:

Honoring and sharing the knowledge that comes from the various lineages of yoga and making it clear, accessible and meaningful in our present day.

Providing excellent teachers who are formally certified, knowledgeable, and genuinely interested in our students' needs and well-being.

Offering classes and workshops which are challenging but also nurturing and playful.

Encouraging a non-competitive, positive approach to yoga that honors each individual's unique path to physical health and well being.

Offering courses that are liberating physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Providing an inviting healthy space that welcomes creativity and encourages community.

Encouraging mindful, balanced, and healthful living on and off of the yoga mat to reduce stress and dis-“ease”.

Embracing an environmentally conscious and socially responsible way to run our business. Flow is a founding business member of the Green Yoga Association, dedicated to fostering ecological consciousness, reverence and action in the Yoga community. On a monthly basis, through direct donation, fundraisers and service, Flow's Seva Program contributes to our local and global community.

Flow is a Values-Based Business

Our business model relates directly to the practice of Yoga and reflects our values and our desire to create a healthy and sustainable world focused on the interconnectedness and one-ness of humankind. Flow's values include: Creativity, Freedom, Community, Integrity and Empowerment.

How We Measure Success

We look for success not just in terms of the number of students who take classes at Flow; we also measure success through the quality of our services, the satisfaction of our students and teachers and in our overall commitment to the greater community. Through studio surveys and focus groups we will seek input on:

How well Flow's teachers and classes have addressed student needs and interests.

How well Flow has helped students identify and follow a course in yoga suited to their unique needs.

Whether students and teachers genuinely feel part of a supportive community at Flow.

Whether Flow is doing as much as possible to be mindful of its environmental impact and maximize positive community contributions.

Please let us know how we are doing! If you have any feedback on how we can serve you better, please contact Debra Mishalove at (202) 462-3569 -- we would love to speak with you.