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Welcome to Yogarenew

“Where yoga teachers go to practice”

YogaRenew teachers

The teachers at YogaRenew aim to make all of our yoga classes here at the studio enjoyable. With a vast array of backgrounds, all aligned through the sequencing method specialized to our studio, we guarantee you’ll find a teacher and class style you love. We’re so excited to meet you along your yoga journey and can’t wait to practice with you.

See you on the mat!

Whether you’re a…

  • Yoga teacher who’s ready to expand your knowledge + refine your craft.
  • Busy parent looking to carve out some time to focus on yourself.
  • College student who needs to find some balance in-between classes.
  • Athlete that’s in need of a good stretch to fit into your training schedule.
  • Human being on a mission to better yourself + your life overall.

We have a class for you!

 

We bridge the gap between the yoga “gurus” and the everyday student. Our teachers are expertly trained– everyone is an RYT-500HR or higher, but are also passionate about making this practice fun + approachable for everyone.

Come for a deeply methodical yet fun vinyasa flow, a gentle & restorative Reiki n’ Restore practice, precision & alignment perfection in an Iyengar-style class, unwind with Yin & Sound, or enroll in one of our 200 hour yoga teacher trainings (what we’re known for). We love to meet new faces and bring the joy of yoga to everyone!

VOTED HOBOKEN’S FAVORITE YOGA STUDIO

Studio Manager

Kate Wall manages the day-to-day functions that make the studio run as it should. Woven together with joy, she fosters an environment where all teachers, front desk staff, students and guests alike feel at home and at ease. 

Responsible for being the manager while obtaining Hoboken’s Best award 2 years in a row, Kate has made the studio what it is. Here at Stu (we like to call it), everyone is family… and you’ll most likely take a class next to her and our other teachers the next time you’re practicing. 

Kate Wall other headshot

Our yoga directors

Patrick Franco & Kate Lombardo

Patrick Franco + Kate Lombardo – previously owned award winning local studios + have been teaching in the Hoboken/NYC area for more than 25 years combined, before bringing that experience to the global stage with YogaRenew– the leading international yoga teacher training school online– serving over 25,000 students worldwide.

At YogaRenew Studios we combine those experiences to create a community that reaches students both locally and around the world, creating a ripple effect to share the practice of yoga with as many people as possible.

INTENTIONAL SEQUENCING & TEACHING

Yoga Director

Mélie Purdon is responsible for the infrastructure behind class scheduling, trainings, workshops, and special programming. Her teaching is grounded in the Iyengar Yoga method, with a strong emphasis on alignment, clarity, and intelligent progression. She completed the Iyengar Yoga Teacher Development Program in 2025 and continues her studies toward assessment.

No matter what phase of life you’re in or what path you’re on in your yogic journey, she guarantees a spot for you in the Studio.

Mélie Purdon - YogaRenew Director
Unplug before class in our wellness lounge. Find a friendly face on the mat next to yours. Ask a question. Find your answers. Challenge yourself. Nourish yourself. Move through your practice at your own pace. Peel back layers that always existed within you and open up to your full potential.

OUR INSTRUCTORS

Meet Our Instructors

We bridge the gap between the yoga experts and the everyday student. Our teachers are expertly trained– everyone is an RYT-500HR or higher– but are also passionate about making this practice fun + approachable for everyone.

Patrick Franco
Kate Lombardo
Mélie Purdon
Julie Pasqual
Katie Healy
Lindsey Rozmes
Rachel Fischer
Ronen Kauffman
Alex Plante
Magda Usarek-Witek
Jordan Matthews
Alyssa Bruno
Isa Brand
Kate Wall
Ellie Cheung
Mary Ellen

See what our students are saying!

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Pia Tandjung
14:22 28 May 24
I have just completed the self paced 200 hours YTT with Yoga Renew.

The curriculum, materials, practice videos were clear and well organized.

The weekly zoom calls especially is very beneficial and very lovely to meet the teachers who are very supportive and approachable in answering questions about the yoga itself, assignments, etc.

It has been a privilege and a humbling experience being a part of Yoga Renew 200H YTT, be it for personal development or polishing your skills as a yoga teacher, this is place to pursue those.
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Helen Vassiliou
15:14 26 May 24
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Jonencia Wood
00:56 24 May 24
All of the instructors, the materials and additional resources provided like the resource library and Facebook community group were indispensable in my YTT journey. I highly recommend this approach to gaining your YTT certification or any of their offerings. The weekly sessions were thoughtful, the currículum was easy to follow and sequenced in a way that felt manageable. I completed this course while running a business and working a 8-5 job. This program is thorough and sound.
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Anu Joshi
18:26 21 May 24
I had a wonderful experience while doing the 200hour yoga renew course. Teachers are awesome. Highly knowledgeable. I would like to encourage everyone to take this course and become authentic yoga teachers. The curriculum is good. We learn true meaning of Yoga.
Thank you the Yoga renew team🙏🙏🙏
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Sheila Lagacé
16:50 21 May 24
I have recently completed my 200-hour yoga teacher training with YogaRenew and highly recommend it. On top of being recognized by the International Yoga Alliance, this program is very well designed and provides lots of support for students. After completion, I feel confident in my abilities to teach yoga.
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Katelyn Eisenberg
21:27 30 Apr 24
Work at your own pace! Very helpful for people like me - working while trying achieve other goals. Content was thorough. Live classes to attend for Q&A. Several assignments & final exam to ensure all material has stuck. I loved the sequencing assignment & live calls the most. It's likely I will use YogaRenew again for continued education! Highly recommend.
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Thomas Metzinger
15:18 18 Apr 24
An absolutely amazing program! Just completed the 200HR and am moving into the 300HR. This course is rich with content and I will refer to it often. I cannot express my gratefulness enough. This course was so much more than I anticipated. There’s no question in my mind whether or not to choose this course if you are looking for an engaging and thorough program. YogaRenew is it!
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M L
16:22 28 Jan 24
Just took my first class here. Space is insanely beautiful. I’ve been taking yoga for 15 years. I’m taking off a star because the instructor didn’t ask if anyone was new or if we had injuries. The floors were also full of dust and hair and the class was way too packed to the point where people barely had room to find space or move freely. Otherwise everyone was friendly and the class itself was very relaxing and a great workout.
A wonderful, heart-opening experience! All of the instructors were amazing, knowledgeable, and so eager to help students succeed. They have a passion for yoga, and it shines through them. The course was well-structured, full of info, and inspiration. They give you all the tools you need to feel confident in teaching, and the lifetime access lets you continue the journey as a lifelong student. The online community is very welcoming and supportive. I am so grateful for this experience and would recommend it to everyone who wants to take their practice/teaching to the next level!

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As an international leader in online yoga teacher training, our mission of being able to access a world of yoga virtually has completely changed the landscape of teacher trainings and set the standard for online yoga certification courses. Our teachers sit at the forefront of all we do, providing students with a vast sea of knowledge in almost every realm of yoga.

Donation-Based Yoga Class for Civil Rights 🖤

Come join Julie Pasqual for a donation-based class on Wednesday, February 18th at 5:15 PM (in-studio + virtual).

100% of donations support the ACLU and their work defending voting rights, LGBTQ+ equality, reproductive freedom, free speech, and more. *Proof of donation required to attend.