Darling Yoga

Overland Park, United States

4.5

17 reviews

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www.darlingyoga.com
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11711 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS, 66211
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1.8 miK-10 Connector Bus Stop
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Our intention is to inspire movement, breath, joy, health & community in a supportive environment. With 40 classes a week, two adjacent studios, and impassioned teachers Darling Yoga is a peaceful sanctuary. Founded by sisters, Emily & Sarah Darling in 2007, our family has expanded to include 15+ teachers who are inspired to teach from their hearts in their own unique ways.

Class styles vary and include options for all levels from brand-​new beginners to advanced practitioners. Formats include Yoga Basics, Relax and Restore, Deep Stretch, Mixed Level Flow, Advanced Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Meditate & Breath, Pre/​Post Natal, Mommy & Baby, Kids Yoga for ages 4 – 11, and a monthly donation-​based Satsang.

In addition to our regular class schedule, our workshop schedule is chock full of special events and visiting teachers as well as a 200-​HR (RYT) Yoga Teacher Training program approved by the Yoga Alliance which meets 10 weekends each year featuring trainers Christy Burnette and Emily Darling.

History

Established in 2007.

Darling Yoga was founded by sisters Emily & Sarah Darling; and with the help & support of family and friends, opened its doors on February 10th, 2007.

Prior to opening Darling Yoga, Emily Darling taught yoga in the Kansas City area for 15 years starting with an apprenticeship in her early high school years. Emily is nurturing & compassionate by nature, thus creating a class atmosphere that is non-​competitive yet challenging. She wished to open a studio that would reflect her nurturing qualities & offer a second home to students of all levels.

We would like to thank our family & friends who helped with funding, building, marketing, website and marketing services; without which our studio would not be possible. We thank our students for supporting our small business & working with us to create community.

Students and visitors comment that the studio space carries an energy of peace & we credit this to our amazing community of yogis and yoginis who grace our space each day.

Meet the Business Owner

Emily D.

Business Owner

The opening of Darling Yoga is a life long dream for Emily who has been teaching in Kansas City since 1993. She began her studies in the rich tradition of Iyengar Yoga. She has also studied Ashtanga, Vinyasa, and Restorative Yoga. Her desire to continually expand her yoga knowledge led to her gain certification from The International Sivananda Vedanta Ashram in Woodbourne, New York. She creates a style of her own incorporating a variety of aspects from her vast yoga background. Emily is nurturing and compassionate by nature, thus creating a class atmosphere that is non-​competitive yet challenging. Her orchestration of rest & movement create inner peace and strength in the body and mind. She credits inspiration to Max Strom, Doug Swenson, Shiva Rea, Judith Lasater, Kim Schwartz, and Bryan Kest, as well as the many great teachers in the Kansas City area including Lisa Uhl, Patricia Gray, Kathleen Kastner, and Mick Goodman. She thanks her mom who introduced her to yoga in her early teens.

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17 reviews of Darling Yoga

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Place rating: 4
Overland Park, KS
I started going to Darling Yoga after purchasing a Groupon last year. I’m not someone who typically enjoys yoga, so I’ve been taking their Restorative Yoga classes for stress and pain relief (sometimes during the week, but typically on Sunday) the last couple of months. I have to say that I’ve taken Restorative Yoga elsewhere and this studio has the best instruction. I highly recommend Susan as an instructor. I always leave the class calmed in heart, body, and mind after her classes.
Place rating: 4
Kansas City, MO
I purchased a Groupon and have been warmly welcomed by the instructors and the students. I had reservations about going to yoga because I’m not a skinny person but Emily emailed me back and answered my questions. I’ve been to three different classes this past week and I might be hooked. I’ve slept well this week and woke with energy this morning.
Place rating: 5
Overland Park, KS
Darling Yoga was my first experience at a Yoga studio. At first I thought what did I get myself into but after a few classes I love it. I purchased the 30 day groupon, I went to at least 2 classes a week. The instructors were helpful during each class. I look forward to going to a class each month.
Place rating: 5
Redondo Beach, CA
I went for a yoga class where so my daughter could attend. I had such a great experience that I came back the next day. I’ve never been into yoga, I’ve only done it a handful of times and never really liked it. My goal is to go every day now!!! Thank you Emily!
Place rating: 4
Overland Park, KS
I bought a groupon and have been to 3 Yin Yang classes. These are more restorative classes which is a nice change from the standard flow. Show up early because on colder days a lot people come in. The instructor is good plus has a good music selection. That particular class is 90 minutes long. Stay for the meditation at the end she adds in a cool light show for your enjoyment.
Place rating: 5
Kansas City, MO
I came to Darling Yoga from the suggestion of Roshelle H. I ended up purchasing the 2 week new student special for 20 bucks, and attempted to take as many classes as possible during that time. I ended up only taking the relax and restore and the basic. KC snow storm x2 happened during the middle of my unlimited 2 weeks. I still ended up getting 5 classes in, so it wasn’t like I did not get a good bang for my buck.
I took basic classes with Emily, Victor, and Susan. One relax and restore with Susan. My favorite out of all of the classes is Victor’s basic class, but I enjoyed Emily’s as well. I wouldn’t say I hated Susan’s class it just wasn’t for me. I could see how her style would be excellent for some people though.
I liked the relax and restore class, but I doubt I would pay to take it again. I almost fell asleep multiple times during it though, so if you are having a bad week this would be an excellent way to relax.
The basic class is a great way to get into yoga. I like that Victor and Emily give you a slow transition into each pose. They almost do the more difficult poses in 2 – 3 levels. Slowly moving you into the actual pose. It’s a great way to learn for people who are new or people who are still learning. As Victor says «if you fall you don’t have far to go».
I would recommend Darling for anyone who wants to get into yoga or anyone looking for a new yoga home. Great atmosphere and great people.
Place rating: 5
Kansas City, MO
I recently moved to Denver from KC and am so sad that I can no longer go to Darling. This is by far the best studio I have ever practiced yoga at. Each instructor is completely different and each class is never the same. They are encouraging and down to earth. They keep a sense of humor in class so no one feels like they aren’t good enough. Most of the instructors incorporate some chanting and all clearly have a passion for true, traditional yoga. Most of them do focus on a mind-​body connection, and some of them are more challenging and faster paced, but really fun. I always feel better after class. There are a number of classes at multiple levels offered seven days a week. They have really built a great yoga community here.
The space is clean, welcoming, and calming. The owners are very nice — maybe a little better at teaching yoga than interpersonal skills, but nothing that would keep me from attending. I love how music is used in their classes, as I have found that not all studios do that. The prices are pretty comparable to other studios. Definitely recommend Darling!
Place rating: 5
Kansas City, MO
This studio is just so awesome. I moved to the KC area 3 weeks ago from Central NJ where I frequented a beloved yoga studio– but Darling Yoga is wonderful too. They have ALL the props you could ever want– mats, bolsters, blocks, straps, sandbags, blankets… and they lend them out for free (it sucks when «competitive» studios actually charge you to use their equipment, doesn’t it?). The studios are very clean and the lighting is soft and relaxing. The 5 different teachers I’ve had were all goodies. So happy I found this place… I hope they start offering the Deep Stretch class more than twice a week!
Place rating: 5
Overland Park, KS
I am grateful that Darling Yoga makes new people — especially those brand new to yoga — feel right at home.
I saw a one-​month Groupon for this place and decided it would be a step in the right direction for me to be active, flexible, and relaxed. I’d never tried yoga before at all — I was pretty clumsy the first few classes (even still!), but I never felt intimidated. It doesn’t matter that there are ten other people in the class and a wall of mirrors — they stress that your yoga practice is about YOU and your ability. The only people looking around are the beginners who are learning the poses. When you practice yoga, you’re encouraged to learn your limitations and only gently stretch them — so if you can’t tie yourself in knots like the advanced yogi next to you, nobody will turn up their nose.
Not only do Darling’s classes make me feel relaxed, they are mentally uplifting. There is such a positive vibe about each of the instructors, and it comes off as sincere rather than hokey. Each instructor has studied the art of yoga, genuinely believes in its positive effects, and is grateful for the students who come to participate in their class.
The building is serene. I appreciate the peaceful spaces they’ve created and the overall cleanliness of the facility.
Take advantage of their new student special or a Groupon, which gives you unlimited classes for a short period of time. Try all of the classes available to you with a variety of instructors. Personally, my favorites classes have been with Victor, though everyone I’ve encountered has been gracious and skilled.
Darling Yoga is the time I’ve set aside for peace in my busy schedule, a very uplifting part of my week. I’m thankful I began my yoga practice at a five-​star studio.
Place rating: 5
Shawnee Mission, KS
The pre-​natal yoga classes are excellent. I’ve been attending for a few months and have taken classes with Ashley, Andre, and a couple of others. They’ve all been good instructors and the classes have been helpful in my exercise regimen during pregnancy. They have a new student special which I tried and it allowed me to try the different classes (they have 3 prenatal classes per week) before signing up.
I also enjoyed the partner yoga class Ashley taught. It was very informative and the (male) partners in the class seemed to enjoy it too.
Place rating: 4
Austin, TX
Ditto about Emily and Victor’s classes! Even if you know nothing about yoga, you will get a lot out of this class and not feel intimidated, but encouraged. Emily has the most soothing voice and positive calmness about her — she is a lululemon ambassador too. Victor explains the «why» behind yoga poses and breathing and wants everyone to feel successful.
One time I left my yoga mat at the studio and called to see if anyone had found it. Emily told me it was safe at the studio and in the lost and found; she did mention someone may have used it (it was near the community mats), but this place has such good karma I didn’t ‘t even mind.
Good schedule with a wide variety of class times. I like the happy, motivational quotes that are rotated in the bathrooms. Overall, you just feel great when you leave Darling Yoga.
Place rating: 5
Overland Park, KS
Love love love Emily & Victor’s classes, advanced Vinyassa and restorative yoga. I take yoga at different studios in town and also when I travel, and I have to say this studio is definitely among the best I’ve ever experienced!
Staff is friendly: low-​pressure, high encouragement. Location is great, parking is easy. You will leave with a sense of accomplishment and peace.
Place rating: 5
Omaha, NE
i have come to love this studio and its Owner Emily! Darling yoga is bright and clean and a place you instantly feel welcomed and accepted and find such kind people to interact with! its in the College Village shopping center at College and Quivera across from JCCC, behind the Wendys where Riccos and Par Exsolance among others are — i’ve been here often since April/​May for Cathleen Millers chakra bowl and Spiral workshops on Saturdays and have already tickets for more classes this month and the next– please see thier website
under workshops or schedule for the schedule and times– they dont do just yoga for all of you out there that fear the word «yoga» they have Yoga yes for basics to advanced– but they also have baby and me classes and why i love them –they have meditation classes and Relax and Restore and Deep Stretch in a varying of times during the week and weekend. forget your mat? no worries they have mats bolsters and etc for you! this is a welcome addition to my life now and i highly recommend all of you who read that are stressed out and feeling overwhelmed to take the time and go to one of Darling Yogas offerings. breathe and enjoy! ps bare feet or socks only so make sure your socks arent holey :) Namaste!
Place rating: 1
Los Angeles, CA
I was so disappointed by the lack of patience exhibited by Emily during my recent visit that I will not be returning to darling yoga. I’ve never encountered a less welcoming instructor. I recently moved here from California and was so excited to find a yoga center down the street from my work. But, I will travel any distance necessary to again find the rewarding experiences and the open hearts that drew me to yoga.
Place rating: 5
Kihei, HI
Took another class today with Emily. The advanced vinyasa class had a slightly faster pace and a few mow challenging poses than the Mixed Level Flow. The sun shining in and cool breeze flowing it created a great environment. Another enjoyable session.
Place rating: 5
KS, KS
With all the stress in life recently, my husband and I decided to try yoga. I had taken one class years ago and he had never done it. The staff at Darling yoga are fantastic. We tried the restorative and the basic yoga classes and both were wonderful. Like a massage for the soul. Even beginners (and out of shape people) would do well with the yoga basics class. Victor is great and made it so welcoming and comfortable for us. The restorative class was so relaxing, just what we needed during the holidays. Emily helped all our stress melt away. We loved it so much we bought 10 more classes. Thank you Darling Yoga!
Place rating: 5
Snowmass Village, CO
Light, airy studios and an enthusiastic, diverse staff let Darling Yoga truly provide «yoga for every body». Emily, her husband, sister, and friends draw from their various strengths to put beginning yoga classes at ease, keep kid’s yoga classes entertained and giggly, partner yoga classes compelling, and advanced ashtanga classes challenging.
This studio also has yoga supplies, clothes, movies, and music in the front, and big bathrooms with showers in the back. Ask for the new student special — $ 20 for two weeks unlimited.