Rising Lotus Yoga
About
Rising Lotus Yoga offers a comprehensive yoga studio experience with a team of highly qualified instructors. Co-founders Claire Hartley and Daniel Stewart lead the studio, bringing expertise in anatomy, teacher training, and counseling psychology. The diverse instructor roster includes specialists like Stacy Jackson with RYT 500 certification and Yoga Tune Up training, Scherry Harrah with Ayurvedic health counseling, and multiple RYT-certified teachers. The studio provides all necessary equipment including blankets, pillows, and blocks in their spacious Ganesha room, which maintains comfort even during full classes.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members describe Rising Lotus Yoga as life-changing, particularly praising the 200-hour teacher training program that transformed their posture, breathing, and approach to yoga. They consistently highlight the welcoming community, personalized instruction that ensures proper form, and the variety of classes from restorative to challenging flows. Specific instructors receive frequent praise, with Claire noted for her anatomical expertise, Micki for her playful energy and playlists, Scherry for fun flows, and various teachers for peaceful restorative sessions. Reviewers appreciate the spacious studio with provided props and the overall empowering atmosphere that makes both beginners and experienced practitioners feel supported.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Shereen Ibrahim
5 months ago
Ohhhhh my goodnesssss! This studio changed my life! I did the 200hr yoga teacher training. Claire is incredible with anatomy and I was actually interested in what she was teaching and how she teaches. It’s so informative and completely changed my body, my posture and my breathing!!!! My life is different. I feel so empowered to teach yoga and to bring a new approach of biomechanics and breath to the yoga industry and the wellness scene. Thank you to Daniel and Claire both for bringing th most powerful and practical YTT I could have ever dreamed of. Wildly transformative and totally what I needed to ground me deeply into my root chakra. If you’re thinking about a 200 hr this is honestly the place to do it!!! I love you guys! LETS GOO RISING LOTUS!
Margie Thomas
5 months ago
Rising Lotus is a great place to start your yoga journey! Claire the owner, has cultivated a wonderful sense of community. The instructors are talented, thoughtful and encouraging. The staff and volunteers were so welcoming. They helped to make everything run smoothly for me. I'm looking forward to my next class!
Aimee Malgapo
2 months ago
At the start of this year I took the new student deal of unlimited classes for 21 days at Rising Lotus Yoga and I’m sooo happy I did. I took a variety of classes beginning with Katie’s peaceful morning flows and Clare’s creative Structural Vinyasa. It was my first time trying this class and I think it helped me think about how I hold my body in certain poses using various props. I really enjoyed Mickis level 2 flow on Sundays with her amazing playlist and playful energy as well as Scherry’s fun flow on Wednesdays. Emily’s Restorative class on Fridays was sooo peaceful and so was Mickis rest class on Sundays. The last class I took was Paula’s level 1. I think it’s so nice she sings to her students at the end of class. I look forward to returning to the studio.
Ethan Lowery - Baby E
3 months ago
Rising Lotus Yoga is a great, welcoming atmosphere. The teachers are very good and make sure to give you personalized instruction to make sure your form is right, no matter how big the class is. There are classes for every level of progress you’re at. Highly recommend joining the studio if you want to get in better shape with an awesome group of people.
Mayi Barov
8 months ago
I’ve only taken one class so far, but I really enjoyed it! The Ganesha room is super spacious, which was great because even though the class was full, it didn’t feel crowded at all. They provide blankets, pillows, and blocks, which made the experience even more comfortable. The instructor was friendly and gave helpful guidance, and the woman at the front desk was welcoming.
Contact
14148 Magnolia Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday: 8:45 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Claire Hartley
Yoga Instructor / Teacher Trainer
Co-Founder/Owner
Founder and teacher trainer. Journey from London to LA, focused on tools for less pain, more freedom and joy through yoga.
Daniel Stewart
Yoga Instructor
Co-founder, MA in Counseling Psychology
Teaches vigorous vinyasa-flow combining alignment, breath, and spirit. Uses music, philosophy, and psychology to create peace.
Nina Siemaszko
Yoga Instructor
Explores mobility, strength, and freedom through a blend of tradition and science. Emphasizes play and continuous learning.
Micki Duran
Yoga Instructor
RYT 200 hour
Began yoga journey after surviving addiction. Completed teacher training at Rising Lotus Yoga to help others find peace.
Stacy Jackson
Yoga Instructor
RYT 500 hour, Yoga Tune Up teacher, Roll Model Method Trainer
Blends Yoga Tune Up, anatomy, and biomechanics. Focuses on therapeutic exercise, myofascial care, and pain management.
Scherry Harrah
Yoga Instructor
Ayurvedic Health Counselor, certified group fitness teacher
Teaching style is light-hearted and challenging. Integrates Ayurveda and yoga for holistic healing and balance.
Dorit Hurst
Yoga Instructor
Former dancer and set decorator. Found yoga in 2002; it brings ease, peace, strength, and relaxation.