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Special Announcements

We have so many exciting new things in the works!

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Sanctuary Membership

Starts September first

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Yoga Teacher Trainings

More than a certification-an immersive journey of personal growth, embodying wisdom, and skillful teaching.

New 200 & 300 cohorts begin January 2027.

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Silent Retreat Weekend

September 11th - 13th, 2026

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Masterclass Events

See the Schedule & Book page for more details. 

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More Than Yoga.

Connecting people through peaceful activities since 1995.

Our mission is deep and simple: to spread more peace, connection, and yoga in the world. Welcome to Yoga Central and The Yoga Place, your Midwest yoga sanctuary. Whether you are seeking deep structural alignment on our patented Yoga Wall, immersive sound healing in our cozy Lotus Room, or simply a warm mug of chai in the kitchen after practice, there is a space, a mat, and a whole lot of room for you here.

Daily Practices

Simple movement, alignment, and somatic rest. Explore our daily staggered yoga classes, therapeutic Yoga Wall foundations, and our cozy Lotus Room Sanctuary offerings.

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Workshops, Series & Events

For deeper practice, specialized learning, and special gatherings. Discover our multi-week series (Tai Chi, Beginner Series), weekend workshops, visiting headliners, sound baths, retreats, and Teacher Trainings.

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Trainings & Retreats

Step off your daily mat and into deeper study. Explore our 200 & 300-hour Teacher Training certifications, masterclasses with global guest teachers, and destination travel retreats.

Explore our Trainings & Retreats

Holistic Care, Privates & Community

Healing happens in connection. Explore 1-on-1 private appointments (massage therapy, physical therapy, counseling, bodywork), studio space rentals, peer support networks, and community offerings.

Join Us on the Mat Today

Our two locations are just 10 minutes apart, and your passes work perfectly at both. Check the location (Yoga Central or The Yoga Place) on your class below!

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 A 30-Year Journey of Community & Heart

Inspired by the wisdom of Mr. Rogers, our mission is deep and simple: to spread more peace, connection, and yoga in the world. We began our story in 1995 with our beloved heritage studio, The Yoga Place. As our community grew, we expanded into Yoga Central, our flagship event and education sanctuary. Today, we remain a trusted home base for local neighbors and traveling truth seekers alike.

To us, yoga is so much more than a physical practice, it is a way of life. Over three decades, we have built a collaborative wellness ecosystem. We are proud to bring together master educators, comprehensive training programs, international musicians, and an in-house art gallery across three beautiful studio spaces (featuring The Great Yoga Wall®).

To support your continued care off the mat, our locations are also home to professional clinical counseling, physical therapy, massage, Thai bodywork, Reiki, sound healing, meditation, private yoga, community kitchen and more. While the work of lifting up a community can sometimes feel like an ant trying to move a mountain, we gladly embrace the task. We are not defined by our limitations, but by our collective effort to make Stark County a shining, supportive home for everyone.

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Yoga Central

Opened in 2015, our expansive Flagship Studio features a 3,000 square foot Main Room with the Great Yoga Wall®, the Lotus Room for smaller classes and gatherings, an Art Gallery, Full Kitchen, Quiet Common area, and Healing Arts wing for massage, counseling, physical therapy and more.

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The Yoga Place

Our Heritage Studio has been in the neighborhood since 1995. Step inside to the sunlit welcome & retail space, or relax in the Harmonic Egg Chamber or Far Infrared bed. Visit the Studio to check out weekly classes, lengthen your spine on the Great Yoga Wall®, or book yourself a massage with one of our practitioners.

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There is Room for You Here.

Walking into a new space can feel intimidating, and we want to respect your pace. Whether you are brand-new to movement or looking for an advanced spiritual home, we have an unhurried path for you.

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