Raw Emerald Yoga
Classical Roots. Modern Healing.
Somatic • Trauma-Informed • Holistic WellnessA community-centered yoga studio
offering mindful movement, nervous system regulation, breathwork, and lineage-based yoga for every season of change.
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Thai Massage & Bodywork
Thai Bodywork/ Thai Massage & Assisted Stretching in Scandia. Serving the St. Croix River Valley, Lindstrom, and Forest Lake area.
Thai Massage & Bodywork is a traditional form of hands-on bodywork that blends rhythmic pressure with assisted stretching to help the body release tension, improve mobility, and feel more open and balanced.Sessions take place fully clothed on a comfortable mat, where Bethany works with the body using her hands, thumbs, forearms, and gentle body weight. Pressure is applied along traditional energy pathways (often referred to as sen lines or meridians) while the body is guided through slow, supported stretches that encourage ease in the muscles and joints.The experience is often described as a combination of massage, stretching, compression, and mindful movement that supports circulation, range of motion, and an overall sense of spaciousness in the body.Sessions are offered in 60- and 90-minute appointments. The 60-minute session provides focused work on areas such as the hips, back, and shoulders, while the 90-minute session allows time for a more complete full-body massage experience and is often the best choice for those who would like the full benefits of Thai Bodywork.No flexibility or prior experience is required. Simply wear comfortable clothing and allow the session to meet your body where it is.Sessions are offered at Raw Emerald Yoga in Scandia, Minnesota with Bethany or Jen.Thai Massage & Bodywork offered at Raw Emerald Yoga is a traditional wellness practice intended to support relaxation, mobility, and general well-being.Traditional Thai Massage & Bodywork and assisted stretching is now available at Raw Emerald Yoga in Scandia, Minnesota.
Our Offerings
Located in Scandia, Minnesota, Raw Emerald Yoga is rooted in the classical traditions of Yoga and Ayurveda, offering trauma-informed, somatic, and holistic wellness practices for modern life.Our group yoga classes welcome all levels and integrate mindful movement, breathwork, mobility training, and nervous system regulation. Whether you’re building strength, improving flexibility, reducing stress, or seeking steadiness during a season of change, you’ll be guided with clarity, compassion, and respect for your lived experience.Private Sessions provide personalized yoga and wellness support tailored to your goals — including alignment refinement, strength-building, injury-aware movement, stress resilience, and support through life transitions.We also offer Thai Bodywork, a restorative, fully clothed bodywork modality often described as assisted yoga. Rooted in traditional Thai practices, it combines supported stretching, rhythmic compression, and breath awareness to improve mobility, release muscular tension, and encourage energetic balance. Practiced on a mat rather than a table, Thai Bodywork supports circulation, flexibility, and deep nervous system relaxation — making it an excellent complement to yoga practice and holistic wellness care.Our Ayurvedic Wellness Coaching is offered through Loon Holistic Health, where we provide personalized guidance in nutrition, daily rhythms, and lifestyle practices aligned with your unique constitution and long-term wellness goals.Throughout the year, we host workshops, community gatherings, and Private Parties — from baby showers and bachelorette celebrations to customized wellness events for schools, small groups, and organizations in the Scandia and greater Minnesota area.What truly sets Raw Emerald Yoga apart is the way our community shows up for one another. Many of our teachers and members have walked through grief, loss, positive growth, and profound life change. That lived experience creates a space grounded in humility, steadiness, and genuine care.Here, you are not asked to perform or push. You are invited to breathe, to soften, to rebuild strength at your own pace. You are welcomed exactly as you are — and supported every step of the way.
Our Mission
At REY Studio, we are committed to upholding the principles of classical yoga philosophy. Our mission is to establish a supportive and nurturing space where we offer unwavering guidance and encouragement to each person who walks through our door. Regardless of the depth or challenges of their experiences, we are dedicated to accompanying and supporting every individual on their unique journey.
Meet the REY Instructors
Bethany Garvin is a seasoned yoga educator and practitioner with a deep, lived relationship to the teachings of yoga. She brings together physical practice, classical philosophy, and modern insight to help people meet life with greater steadiness, clarity, and ease—both on and off the mat.Her teaching style is classical yet playful and fun. Bethany is known for keeping students engaged, curious, and present, translating timeless yogic wisdom into language and practices that feel relevant and usable in everyday life. Her classes are thoughtful, grounded, and often infused with warmth and humor—inviting students to explore depth without heaviness.Bethany is an E-RYT 200 & RYT 500 Certified Yoga Instructor and a 300-hour Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, with advanced training through Devanadi School of Yoga & Wellness. Her additional certifications include Restorative Yoga, Trauma-Informed Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Barre, Energy Work, and Thai Massage & Bodywork. Drawing from thousands of hours of study, teaching, and practice, she offers a wide and adaptable toolkit to support growth and healing.In addition to regular classes, Bethany leads workshops on a broad spectrum of topics, blending philosophy, embodiment, and practical application for modern life.In 2024, Bethany opened and now owns Raw Emerald Yoga in Scandia, a studio rooted in authenticity, accessibility, and classical wisdom—reimagined for contemporary living. Through yoga, Ayurveda, Thai Bodywork, and mindful inquiry, Bethany offers compassionate, skillful guidance for meaningful and lasting change.
Laura is a life-long practitioner of Hatha Yoga in the Himalayan tradition, and received her 200-hour teacher training certification through CorePower Yoga Minneapolis in 2007. She finds that her diverse experience gives her a unique sense of intuition and understanding of the body, helping her better meet each student's unique need. Laura specializes in Vinyasa, or Yoga Flow.In addition to Yoga, Laura teaches a moving meditation practice called Mindful Motion, which is a unique combination of Dance, Martial Arts, and Yoga. She is Loon Holistic Health’s resident massage therapist, and is also a certified Menopause Support Coach.Laura has a deep desire to move people to discover their truest potential and empower them to live life with more strength, confidence, pleasure, and joy at any age.Laura leads the Wednesday morning Flow classes at 9:00.
Clare
Clare Leads the Saturday morning Barre class at 8:30 AM.
Adrielle Bollin is a NASM certified personal trainer with a passion for fitness thanks to the personal trainer who got her started over 8 years ago. Adrielle teaches Water Group Exercise, Mat Pilates and HIIT (high intensity interval training) at various locations. Her goal is to help her students feel energized, strong and empowered thru building muscle, and improving balance and flexibility.Her Mission:
To empower people to succeed in their wellness goals, be it fitness, physical or mental health, through personal training.Adrielle leads Mat Pilates on Thursday afternoons at 4:30.
Clare is a passionate and energetic wellness enthusiast with a deep love for movement and fitness. Over the years, she has explored a variety of exercise modalities, including yoga, running, HIIT, kickboxing, and strength training. With two years of experience teaching kickboxing cardio classes, she is excited to return to instructing and share her expertise.Clare enjoys blending different types of movement to engage the entire body, ensuring a well-rounded workout that meets individual needs. She is dedicated to creating dynamic and effective classes tailored to all fitness levels. As a certified American Barre Technique instructor, she brings a strong foundation in strength, flexibility, and endurance to her teaching style.Clare teaches Barre on Saturdays at 8:30 AM.
Angie brings her passion, empathy, and love of learning to all that she does. From a young age she felt the power of music, finding peace, joy, and connection through sound.Outside of music, her passion is helping women release the shackles of “shoulds” and shame so they can bring the power of their authentic selves to the world, and in 2022 she coupled her passion for music with her passion for helping women heal when she trained in Sound Healing.Angie is certified as an Yoga Instructor 200 RYT, Emotion Code Practitioner, Reiki II Practitioner, Group Fitness Instructor, Intuitive Gifts Practitioner, Tiny Habits Coach, and Thrive Global Coach and brings this knowledge along with her, empathy, and passion to the transformation work she does with women.
Stephanie is a 235-hour certified yoga teacher trained in Asana, Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Flow,
Pranayama, and meditation. She received her certification from Devanadi School of Yoga and
Wellness. Her classes are rooted in alignment, intentional movement, and breath awareness,
offering students a space to build strength, increase flexibility, and cultivate inner calm.
Known for her joyful spirit and deep love of movement, Stephanie creates a welcoming and
inclusive environment where students of all levels feel supported. Her teaching style is both
grounded and lighthearted, encouraging practitioners to explore their practice with authenticity
and ease.
Inspired by the rhythms of nature, Stephanie’s classes often reflect the spaciousness and
steadiness of the outdoors—infused with heart, clarity, and a touch of sunshine. Whether you're
new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, Stephanie is here to guide you with warmth and care.
She looks forward to sharing her passion for yoga with you on the mat.
I found barre through my love of movement and my background in dance, and what started as a fun challenge quickly became something I wanted to share with others. Barre feels like the perfect blend of strength, grace, and presence—and teaching it allows me to help others feel strong in their bodies while meeting themselves exactly where they are.Alongside barre, I love practicing yoga and incorporating mindful movement into everyday life. I’m a mom to two boys and also a loss mom. After losing my son last year, movement became a vital part of my healing. Yoga, walking, barre, crafting, and spending time with family have all helped me reconnect with myself and find moments of peace and strength again.My classes are rooted in compassion, encouragement, and the belief that movement can be both empowering and healing. Whether you’re here to build strength, breathe, or simply take time for yourself, you are always welcome.
Our Location
Getting to Raw Emerald Yoga is an easy, scenic drive. We’re located in the heart of charming Scandia, serving clients throughout the greater Minnesota and St. Croix Valley area.Studio Entrance:
Please use the exterior staircase on the left side of the building. Our studio entrance is located on the lower level, to the right at the bottom of the stairs.Address:
21100 Olinda Trail North
Lower Level
Scandia, MN 55073For Ayurvedic Consultations with our Ayurvedic Practitioner, Bethany, appointments are scheduled through Loon Holistic Health (Link Below).For questions about yoga classes, Private Sessions, Thai Bodywork/ Thai Massage, or Private Parties, contact us at:
[email protected]
or 651-400-0528
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Find out about upcoming classes on the calendar below. Workshop info is available by clicking the Workshop link.
Intro special:
Two weeks unlimited - $35Drop-in Class - $18
5 pack of classes - $85
10 pack - $160
30 day unlimited - no contract - $165If you come on your birthday, you get a free class! (For this birthday comp, you will need an account.)Monthly contract auto withdrawals:
5 pack monthly contract - $72
10 pack monthly contract - $129
Monthly unlimited - $145
If you would like more classes than your package, you will pay a drop-in fee.
Information about Workshops is below, and links to sign up. If you're looking for information about ongoing classes, click the classes button.
Black Friday Deals!Our Black Friday Deals will have your Santa Saving some green!
We’ve got some unbeatable deals to get you moving, breathing, and feeling your best!🎁 Friday and Saturday only, enjoy major savings on our yoga packages, private sessions, workshops, and even gift cards! 🎁✨🔥 Black Friday Yoga Package Price Drops🔥
5-Pack: Was $83 ($16.60 per class) → Now $75 ($15 per class)
10-Pack: Was $160 ($16 per class) → Now $145 ($14.50 per class)
These package prices are only available Friday & Saturday!💥 10% OFF Workshops 💥
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Save 10% on any upcoming workshop—perfect for deepening your practice, trying something new, or gifting an experience to someone you love.💫 Private Sessions & Parties 20% OFF💫
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Take your yoga practice and/ or your holistic health practice to the next level with personalized guidance. 20% off all Ayurvedic sessions, private yoga and group parties—perfect for a custom experience!
Send and email to [email protected] to schedule.🎁 Gift Cards – The Ultimate Yoga Gift 🎁
$100 for $70
$75 for $60
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Thanksgiving Donation Classes
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