Soulage Baltimore

Baltimore, 9 E Franklin St First Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 | ★ 5 (41 Review)

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Move and be Moved at Soulage. A beautiful, well-appointed studio where you can practice yoga, somatic movement, dance and more with one of our passionate and seasoned teachers. All skill levels are welcome.

our invitation to you:
show up with whatever parts of yourself feel willing to be curious and awake.
we promise to do the same.
play. explore. ask questions.
we are facilitators and conduits, simply opening the door and stepping out of the way. we definitely don’t have all the answers, but we’ll offer tools and techniques that we love. the rest is for you to decide.
move, pay attention, just feel that you have a body!
the aim is joy.

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Mira Tessman

★ 5

Elizabeth’s classes are a great place to learn more about the mind- body connection , exploring creative movement while attuning to the body’s cues, distressing the mind, and connecting more deeply with essence.

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Maya Semans

★ 5

I felt so welcomed from the moment I walked in. The space itself is calming, and the teacher created such a grounded, open atmosphere that invited me to explore my body and breath without pressure. The sequence was beautifully crafted—structured enough to feel guided, yet spacious enough to find my own rhythm and curiosity within it. I left feeling centered, supported, and deeply connected. Such a special studio with truly skilled, heart-centered teaching.

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Desaray Smith

★ 5

Soulage is the first yoga studio where I've felt at home! The studio is both cozy and luxurious, with kitchen mugs hanging from hooks, historic red brick and wood touches, tropical plants and that stunning bouquet of chandeliers that gives me a little sense of awe, like art in a museum or stained glass in a church. I take most of my classes with Támi, who is the perfect teacher for a newbie who wants to work hard. Her style is a great combination of poetic and direct, funny and sincere. Her classes are always fresh, with familiar roots. And she has the best playlists! Thank you, Támi and Soulage!

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Jane Brown

★ 5

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Kelly Mateus

★ 5

I’m so grateful for everything I experienced at Soulage. The classes truly helped me manage my fibromyalgia — I became more flexible, had more energy, and felt more alive. The atmosphere is welcoming, the instructors are knowledgeable and kind, and the space is always filled with good energy.
I’m moving out of Baltimore and will truly miss being part of this community. Thank you for all the healing and support. I highly recommend Soulage to anyone looking to feel better in body and mind.

With love and gratitude,
Kelly Morris

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Eve Esch

★ 5

Was highlight of my trip to Baltimore- would go here regularlymof I lived here. Thanks Christen for an amazing class. Hope I get to go back sometime

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Jeremy Edmunds

★ 5

In Mount Vernon's architectural tapestry, Soulage Baltimore occupies a sweet spot between preservation and innovation—an unheated yoga studio where the city's past and present converge in mindful motion. Established in 2022 in response to post-pandemic spiritual hunger, this first-floor sanctuary at 9 East Franklin Street trades manufactured heat for architectural warmth, allowing practitioners to sink into alignment beneath soaring ceilings rather than sweat through distraction.

The name itself—French for "to relieve"—telegraphs the studio's purpose in a city where relief comes in many forms but rarely without effort. Unlike zealous hot yoga evangelists, Soulage embraces room temperature practice, suggesting that Baltimore contains enough heat already without artificial augmentation.

Sarah Cook's Sunday morning sessions function as secular liturgy for those seeking communion without creed. Her 500-hour Jivan Yoga training informs classes that balance rigor and accessibility, creating sacred geometry without dogmatic constraints. For many, these unheated vinyasa sessions offer a contemplative alternative to church pews—equally ritualistic but mercifully devoid of collection plates or conversion pressure.

The studio operates as a cooperative rather than kingdom, housing independent teachers instead of cultivating guru worship. This distributed authority model feels distinctly Baltimorean—pragmatic, unpretentious, but no less committed to excellence. Classes range from traditional vinyasa to Katonah Yoga's esoteric geometries, each offered with equal legitimacy beneath the pressed tin ceilings.

Sunday's 8:00 am and 9:30 am sessions establish an alternative sabbath rhythm, drawing practitioners who seek embodied meditation rather than passive sermon consumption. These classes create communal reverence without theological requirements—the perfect spiritual compromise for a city whose religious architecture often outshines its contemporary religious participation.

The space's preservation honors Baltimore's architectural heritage while its programming acknowledges modern seeking. Original windows filter morning light across vintage floors, transforming practice into something between restoration and prayer. This adaptive reuse feels metaphorically aligned with yoga itself—honoring ancient lineage while meeting contemporary needs.

Mount Vernon's ongoing renaissance provides fertile context for Soulage's thoughtful approach. As surrounding blocks balance preservation with innovation, the studio similarly bridges traditions—offering timeless practice in a space that respects history without being imprisoned by it. Street parking challenges (particularly on Sunday mornings when competition with churchgoers reaches biblical proportions) remind practitioners that urban spirituality rarely comes without worldly obstacles.

For those seeking movement without evangelism, stillness without stagnation, community without conformity, Soulage offers distinctive sanctuary. The unheated approach suggests confidence in natural processes—a refreshing counterpoint to wellness capitalism's frequent insistence that transformation requires expensive technology or extreme conditions.

In a city where authenticity remains the highest cultural currency, Soulage's straightforward excellence feels appropriately Baltimore. Like the city itself, the studio balances reverence for tradition with unsentimental innovation, creating space for practice that acknowledges both architectural grace and human limitations. The Sunday gatherings in particular offer something increasingly rare: collective contemplation without ideological demands—each class a temporary congregation bound by breath rather than belief, finding sacred space in the most secular of movements.

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Claire

★ 5

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Victoria G

★ 5

A dope studio. I left refreshed.

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Kenny Seidl

★ 5

The perfect space and community to practice.

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Gabriella

★ 5

The best yoga studio! All the teachers are amazing but I highly recommend Yin + Restore with Christen and YinYasa with Imani.

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Mays Rubaye

★ 5

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Terri Steel

★ 5

Beautiful practice in a serene space. This will be my beloved Baltimore studio. Charm City at its best!

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Natalie Apcar

★ 5

It's a privilege to practice yoga at Soulage. The quality of teaching is unmatched anywhere else in the area, and teachers are down-to-earth and laid back. If you are running late or need to borrow a mat - there's no fuss. You can pay for the class later, and the mat rental is always free. This is a space that truly values community and healing through movement, and this comes through as soon as you enter it. I think some people shy away from it since it's on a busy street and you may have to pay for parking - but I cannot think of worse reason to not try out this wonderful studio.

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Erika Bailey

★ 5

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Junyoung hong

★ 5

Loved the teacher Abbey, and the founder Elizabeth was so inviting and thoughtful!

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Jean Dunn

★ 5

Liz is an amazing teacher, who also has a remarkable depth of knowledge about yoga which allows her to create unique, challenging, yet soul-fulfilling classes. Don’t miss the opportunity to have a wonderful experience in this fantastic space!

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Natalie Jeffery

★ 5

Such a beautiful space! I have very little yoga experience and each teacher has made me feel welcomed. I will definitely be exploring all Soulage has to offer!!

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Janice Ingson Bumbry

★ 5

The beautiful space was created with so much thoughtfulness and care, and that’s obvious from the second you walk in the door.
The movement offerings are some of the best in town, and the teachers operate from a true sense of community.

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Bernelle

★ 5

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Kerry Fitzpatrick

★ 5

The esthetic of Soulage is peaceful, verdant, intimate and highlights the character of Baltimore architecture. The yoga teachers are many of Baltimore’s best.

The classes are amazingly creative and thorough, a result of the skilled teachers being given freedom and space to let their passions flourish, which is palpable for the students. Soulage’s simple, teacher centered model cultivates an authentic community dedicated to the practice of yoga.

Everything is personal, nothing is corporate. Teachers are paid directly, so they are justly compensated. This also makes yoga more affordable for students. The teachers have freedom to do what they love and the students will grow in turn!

Parking is free after 6pm and inexpensive prior. It’s location on Franklin St is one of few East to West thorough fares. People drive fast on it, so careful crossing to the studio.

I love entering the cozy, arched- windows and plant filled room- it’s the third space I’ve craved following the pandemic.

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Erika Bailey

★ 5

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Jenn Galler

★ 5

Beautiful beautiful space! As soon as you enter you feel more relaxed. It had an airy feel yet still keeping true to historic charm. I took the Healing Movement & Mediation class with Elizabeth and I didn’t want it to end.

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Jocelyn Kantor

★ 5

I love this studio! Sarah Cook is a gifted and authentic teacher. You can expect a strong community vibe here. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming - and I can always tap into my body, mind, and spirit with ease. Highly recommend trying a class here - I try to go every week!

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Catarina Henriques

★ 5

You know when you see incredible photos of a Yoga and Wellness space on Instagram, and then… the reality is even brighter ;) The Baltimore Yoga community has been craving a spot like this for too long! Thanks to the genius owner Elizabeth Scollan for bringing this pioneering concept to Charm City. Let’s “move and be moved” at Soulage

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Jenna DellaRatta

★ 5

If I could give Soulage 10 stars I would... wow just WOW. When I arrived, I was greeted by the owner, Elizabeth, who gave me a tour of the space. The healing energy that she and her husband have captivated is absolutely incredible. The space is full of both history and life, bringing in beautifully salvaged pieces from Historic Baltimore. They truly paid attention to every small detail.
I was at Soulage for the Healing Movement and Meditation class on Friday's at 11am guided by Elizabeth. Elizabeth has created a safe space where vulnerability and authenticity is encouraged. Not only was safe, healing movement incorporated, but also breath, sound, vibration, and myofascial release. Elizabeth also promoted a space where you were encouraged to find your comfortability by getting uncomfortable leaving you feeling extremely blissed out and brave by the end of class. She thoroughly explained each movement, pose, and the reason for doing everything we did. If you are looking for a yoga class to heal from the inside out, Soulage is the way to go.
After class, Soulage provided all natural infused tea from Sweet Tea & Cornbread due to it being "First Friday." This was the exact refreshing feeling that was needed after releasing what no longer served us during class. Like I said, every detail was thoroughly thought out by Elizabeth. I could not have had a better experience at Soulage.
Parking was super easy right across the street for only $0.50/hour. I loved that they provided a video ahead of time on their Instagram page to show you how to access their studio! Such a great idea.

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Katherine Scollan

★ 5

Soulage is a fresh unique space and much welcomed in the Baltimore scene for movement practices. The variety of practitioners and offerings keep me coming back week after week. Along with yoga, I have taken various other movement classes that get my heart rate up and mediation classes leave me feel grounded. The community is diverse and welcoming. Looking forward to trying more of the workshops as they come along! Thank you Soulage, Baltimore needs you.

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Dee Satterfield

★ 5

What can I say about Soulage.. Finally a safe space for us to come and practice the path of yoga. As a woman of color who is a yoga teacher, I was very leery about this space but as soon as I stepped in all that went away. I felt this is a place that I can help cultivate calmness and relaxation with my restorative class. All the other teachers are very aware an awesome when it comes to creating spaces for their own class. Thank you soulage for thinking about us and other true yoga teachers.

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matthew novak

★ 5

Soulage is a beautiful studio with a warm, welcoming, clean feel and large space. Liz Scollan is such an amazing teacher with so much positive energy, and provides great flow for all levels and hands on assists. I would strongly recommend Soulage for everyone!

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stephen kelly

★ 5

I love Elizabeth and have been taking classes with her for years starting with her early at Charm City yoga through successor studio Yoga Works. She is the most generous , warm and professional yoga instructor I have had the pleasure of knowing... Her privates which I have done for years are singularly the best-no one is even close to Elizabeth. Very creative individualized flows to delight, relax and wring you into submission…Amazing versatility. The new studio is wonderful. Come see it for yourself.

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Sarah Holder

★ 5

A beautiful space filled with love!
The instructors are wonderful and thoughtful. It’s a very inviting studio with a variety of healing classes.

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Lynette Connelly

★ 5

I love Elizabeth, Tami and Sarah! The practices of yoga taught here are authentic, heart centered and purposeful. So much thought and love goes into the classes and THIS SPACE, is groovy! You can feel the vibration deep. So much love to these teachers and I look forward to exploring other teacher offerings and the workshops too. Thank you for all you do to bring joy into this crazy world. 💚💚💚

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Sarah Claire Cook

★ 5

This is a beautiful space with amazing teachers!

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Adriane Keepler

★ 5

Wonderful experience in a place whose intention is to support a peaceful and strong being…it accomplishes both in a beautiful space. Wonderful staff and well appointed.

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Heather Solomon

★ 5

Soulage is easily my favorite space in Baltimore. This old Bible house turned Yoga Studio is buzzing with good vibes. I’ve come to classes as a student and a teacher, and every experience has been uplifting. The community is so welcoming and wonderful- I’m excited to come back here as often as possible!

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Rachel Graham

★ 5

Soulage is such an amazing yoga studio! It's beautiful, airy, and very welcoming. I've used the space to host the Baltimore Women's Circle several times and have had a great experience teaching in the space and working with Elizabeth. She has created something truly special and is offering classes you don't see at other studios. Thank you!

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Carly James

★ 5

Soulage is a warm hug. You walk in to a beautiful lobby and are immediately put in a good vibe. To your right, you have a sitting space and clean bathrooms and changing rooms. To your left is the practice room.

Inside the practice room there are plenty of cubbies for keeping your items - the cubbies are out of the way of the practice space but in eye sight if you’re worried about that sort of thing.

The practice space itself is stunning. There is a mirror, exposed brick, and plenty of plants that back up to a beautiful arched window - the architecture is stunning in here. My first time at Soulage was on a snowy day and it was magical.

My teacher was Liz, and she was incredible. She made sure everyone felt welcomed and safe. The class was so good - an extended slow flow for all levels. She offered incredible hands on assists. She also has such a poetic way with words that invoke emotions at the end of class. When you shed a tear, that’s when you know it was a good class. 🙂

I would recommend this space to any practitioner of all levels. There are plenty of classes on the schedule, so you are bound to find something you will like!!

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Lisa Palumbo

★ 5

I had the pleasure of practicing in this space a few weeks ago and I will definitely be back! The space itself is physically gorgeous, inclusive and welcoming, but more than that, practitioners get the opportunity to practice with seasoned, knowledgable teachers. I've practiced at many studios for many years, and I can say that Soulage stands out as a place that focuses on building community and creating fun, meaningful experiences for its students.

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Audrey Cisneros

★ 5

Currently one of Baltimore’s best kept secrets. The space is so beautiful and inviting. I leave here feeling dreamy and refreshed. It’s like they took every one of the city’s most wonderful teachers and plopped them all in one spot. I have such a hard time choosing which classes to go to because I truly love them all. The drop in price is very reasonable and I’m happy knowing it’s going directly to the teacher and not a corporate entity. Just overall lovely <3

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Anna Formica

★ 5

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Emma Whisted

★ 5

Such a serene, unique space to practice in. The teachers that currently have weekly offerings at Soulage are unmatched with the level of knowledge and safe, positive energy that they bring to the studio. I love how teachers here have complete autonomy and that the price you pay for a class goes entirely to them. It makes it feel like you are truly supporting the teachers you love! Soulage's business model is clever, creative, and fosters a sense of community among teachers and students. Such a special studio!

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