I was born and raised in Northern Saskatchewan, Canada. I moved to Bellingham about 15 years ago to attend Western, fell in love with Bellingham and my super awesome husband of 10 years. We have 4 amazing daughters! I am a stay at home mom by day, and an after hours emergency response social worker by night. I love snow, all of the coffee, campfires, and camping with my loves.
How long have you been practicing at Flux Power Yoga? How did you know this was your place?
I’ve been at Flux just over a year now. I needed a place just for me, a place where I could fit in some self care solo time, and Flux quickly became my place! The weekly themes, the beautiful space where I can practice letting go, and the encouraging group got me quick!
How has your practice evolved and /or what benefits have you gotten in your practice and in your life?
When I learned I needed to focus on my own body, and stopped comparing my abilities to everyone else, I gained! My mental health is better than it’s been since I started working for CPS, and I owe that to Flux! Applying the weekly themes into everyday life and good yoga breaths in stressful parenting, work, and life in general situations, has been very helpful with my overall sense of calm. This will be a lifelong journey for me.
Favorite pose and why?
I love head stands! It’s a pose with so much room for growth, and one I never thought I’d ever get! Its also a pose that my 5 year old and I love to practice together. And…Savasana! Because it signifies that I came, dug a little deeper, and accomplished. Also, it’s the most difficult for me. I’m still working on shutting off to-do lists, schedules and focusing on staying present until after those closing OM’s!
Any advice for new yogis?
Any advice for new yogis? This is your time. Try to stay present on your mat. Focus on you, the rest can wait while you take the opportunity to care for yourself. If you focus on you, you will see gains both physically and mentally. AND have a little fun with it, don’t be afraid to fall out of place.
What a welcoming studio! I travel for work and have been to many studios across the country and this one tops them all. The instructors learned my name the first time I went and class was hot but not too hot (perfect middle ground between working up a sweat but not passing out). I came here on a 2 week intro package and was skeptical it would live up to its 5 star rating, but it deserves them all. Thank you Flux!
Flux is a super cozy and fun studio with warm, passionate instructors teaching in a range of styles. I deeply appreciate how Flux offers accessible options to the community like their free Saturday class, BIPOC scholarship, and work-trade. I feel valued and cared for at this studio, and able to advance my practice. Also, the natural light and sunset views are exceptional, I highly recommend going to a class around that time!
Flux is incredible! Melissa and her team helped rekindle and reshape yoga in my life. I was defiantly non-hot yoga before this, but there are some really good options with Flux (though still warm). The studio is beautiful in so many ways and couldn’t be happier. I have tried most of the instructors and there is some good variety and something for everyone here. Thank you so much Team Flux!
Flux Power Yoga is First Rate. They offer an exceptional variety of classes coupled with dedicated and knowledgeable instructors with welcoming and helpful attitudes in an always clean studio setting. It doesn’t get much better!
I am so grateful to have found this fabulous hot yoga studio in downtown Fairhaven! I've taken several classes so far and enjoyed them all. Love, love, love the cold lavender forehead towel at the conclusion of class ♥️
And others agree. They just won The Best of the Northwest!
FLUX yoga is my body/soul haven after I became a member for two months now. All the instructors are as Warm and friendly as the temperature inside of the studio. I go there almost everyday to begin my day with positive energy.
I've been going here for years and absolutely love the atmosphere and teachers. There are classes for everyone and the times work well with my schedule. They also offer great retreats and special events throughout the year. Love it. ♥️🧘♀️
Flux has been my safe haven over the last two years. I have had to honor to learn from the kindest most supportive teachers. I feel nothing but safety and love while moving through my flow in class. Thank you Mellisa and Cassidy for creating such a lovely nurturing space for our community!!
I have been taking Yoga classes at Flux for over 3 years and am absolutely hooked! I love all the instructors, everyone offers a different flow and there are several styles to choose from! Power Yoga, Slow Flow but also Yin! I am very active and need to practice Yoga at least twice a week to keep my muscles strong and flexible! Flux Power Yoga is a gem! I am very happy I have found this place!
Best yoga community of all time. I have been a student at Flux for quite some time. The space is absolutely beautiful which adds so much to my practice. The instructors are knowledgeable and creative! The culture is supportive and relaxed- I love that the instructors hold space for each student to come as they are. I cannot recommend this studio enough!
Posted: February 24, 2020 by Melissa Longfellow · Leave a Comment
Warrior of the Week: Crystal Simmons
Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I was born and raised in Northern Saskatchewan, Canada. I moved to Bellingham about 15 years ago to attend Western, fell in love with Bellingham and my super awesome husband of 10 years. We have 4 amazing daughters! I am a stay at home mom by day, and an after hours emergency response social worker by night. I love snow, all of the coffee, campfires, and camping with my loves.
How long have you been practicing at Flux Power Yoga? How did you know this was your place?
I’ve been at Flux just over a year now. I needed a place just for me, a place where I could fit in some self care solo time, and Flux quickly became my place! The weekly themes, the beautiful space where I can practice letting go, and the encouraging group got me quick!
How has your practice evolved and /or what benefits have you gotten in your practice and in your life?
When I learned I needed to focus on my own body, and stopped comparing my abilities to everyone else, I gained! My mental health is better than it’s been since I started working for CPS, and I owe that to Flux! Applying the weekly themes into everyday life and good yoga breaths in stressful parenting, work, and life in general situations, has been very helpful with my overall sense of calm. This will be a lifelong journey for me.
Favorite pose and why?
I love head stands! It’s a pose with so much room for growth, and one I never thought I’d ever get! Its also a pose that my 5 year old and I love to practice together. And…Savasana! Because it signifies that I came, dug a little deeper, and accomplished. Also, it’s the most difficult for me. I’m still working on shutting off to-do lists, schedules and focusing on staying present until after those closing OM’s!
Any advice for new yogis?
Any advice for new yogis? This is your time. Try to stay present on your mat. Focus on you, the rest can wait while you take the opportunity to care for yourself. If you focus on you, you will see gains both physically and mentally. AND have a little fun with it, don’t be afraid to fall out of place.
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