Business Details
Your Trusted Source for Yoga & Sacred Arts in Kansas City
For over three decades, Yoga Barn has been dedicated to offering transformative practices in Yoga, Qigong, and Sacred Dance. Founded by Master Teacher Deborah Borel, our mission is to provide accessible, high-quality instruction rooted in ancient traditions while adapting to modern needs. Deborah's extensive training with globally recognized experts, including senior Iyengar teachers and Taoist scholars, informs her unique teaching style that integrates alignment, breathwork, and energy flow. We offer both in-person classes at Blue Bicycle Fitness and flexible online programs through Patreon, ensuring accessibility for all practitioners. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our welcoming atmosphere, personalized approach, and emphasis on safe, sustainable practice.With specialized offerings like Restorative Yoga, Classical Qigong, and Taoist Meditation, we cater to diverse experience levels and wellness goals. Deborah's background in dance, theater, and Chinese medicine further enriches our holistic programs. We prioritize proper alignment, injury prevention, and the use of props to support individual needs. Our online library provides ongoing access to rotating sessions, allowing students to deepen their practice at their own pace. As a registered Yoga Alliance E-RYT-500 instructor, Deborah upholds the highest standards of teaching excellence and continuous learning.
Services
Yoga Instruction
Qigong Classes
Sacred Dance Workshops
Online Yoga Programs
Taoist Meditation Sessions
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized expertise in yoga and qigong traditions
- Certified instructor trained by internationally recognized masters
- Unique integration of alignment principles and energy cultivation techniques
- Flexible access through both in-person and online platforms
- Personalized approach emphasizing safety and individual progress
Associations and certifications
- Yoga Alliance E-RYT-500
Services
Yoga Instruction
Traditional yoga classes focusing on postures, breath control, and alignment principles. Combines Iyengar methodology with Taoist energy practices for holistic wellness. Emphasizes injury prevention through proper form and prop usage. Suitable for all experience levels seeking physical and mental balance.
Qigong Classes
Ancient Chinese movement practices to enhance vitality and circulation. Includes Classical Qigong sequences and Swimming Dragon techniques. Teaches joint opening, micro-circulation improvement, and energy flow cultivation. Accessible to practitioners of all physical abilities through adaptable movements.
Sacred Dance Workshops
Embodied spiritual practices integrating dance and meditation. Draws from global traditions to foster self-expression and mindfulness. Combines Deborah's theater background with energy work principles. Creates transformative experiences through rhythmic movement patterns and conscious awareness.
Online Programs
Flexible digital access to rotating yoga, qigong, and meditation content. Features library of instructional videos and live sessions. Offers tiered membership options for different commitment levels. Allows self-paced progression with ongoing support from expert instructors through Patreon platform.
Taoist Meditation
Traditional Chinese meditation techniques for mental clarity and energy cultivation. Includes guided sessions for stress reduction and spiritual growth. Integrates breathwork with subtle body awareness. Designed to complement physical movement practices and enhance overall wellness.
People
Deborah Borel
Master Teacher
30+ year yoga and qigong expert trained by Iyengar masters and Taoist scholars. Combines alignment principles with energy work in her teaching. Offers both in-person and online instruction through Yoga Barn.
Questions
What types of classes do you offer?
We offer Hatha Yoga, Qigong, Sacred Dance, Taoist Meditation, and Restorative Yoga classes both in-person and online.
Are your online classes accessible worldwide?
Yes, our Patreon-based online programs provide global access to yoga, qigong, and meditation sessions with tiered membership options.
What experience levels do you accommodate?
All our classes are designed to be accessible to beginners while offering depth for experienced practitioners through adaptable techniques.
How are your instructors qualified?
Founder Deborah Borel is a Yoga Alliance E-RYT-500 instructor with advanced training from Iyengar teachers, Taoist masters, and Chinese medicine experts.
What makes your approach unique?
We combine precise alignment principles with energy cultivation techniques, integrating Deborah's background in dance, theater, and holistic health practices.
Where are your in-person classes located?
Current in-person classes take place at Blue Bicycle Fitness' Yoga Room in Red Bridge Shopping Center, 11128 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO 64131.
Reviews (1)
Angie Flora
Feb 07, 2022
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Love Deb! Yoga is great, her plants are great, her jams are out of this world! She hosted an amazing 2-22-22 event!
