What is restorative anyway?

What is restorative anyway?

Allie Chisholm-Smith
Published on: 15/10/2025

I have heard a number of people lately refer to my classes as Restorative. While that is a lovely thought — that people feel restored from my classes – I am concerned that it also is a misunderstanding of what Restorative Yoga actually is.

The Business of Yoga
A Look At Platforms

A Look At Platforms

Allie Chisholm-Smith
Published on: 20/09/2025

I am going to dive into the world of platforms and apps, as requested by many.

The Business of Yoga
To Retreat, Or Not To Retreat, 08/25

To Retreat, Or Not To Retreat, 08/25

Allie Chisholm-Smith
Published on: 28/08/2025

Have you wondered about running retreats? Or just want some thoughts on running them? Read on!

The Business of Yoga
What Do You Value, 04/25

What Do You Value, 04/25

Allie Chisholm-Smith
Published on: 08/04/2025

That this is soul work makes it complicated work, but also the most rewarding. I am not teaching yoga. I am offering a space for people to find their sweetness through yoga and then bring that out into the world. That takes time and it also takes commitment on my part and theirs. When someone asks to extend their package when they haven't shown up for months, it hurts a little. I'm committed to their practice, but are they?

Teaching Ethics