Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Local Yoga Studio for Healing and Wellness in South Bend
Dhanwantari Center For Yoga & Well-Being was founded in 2007 as Dhanwantari Center for Yoga and Well-Being, initially operating in downtown South Bend, Indiana. Our mission has always centered on yoga as a holistic healing modality, emphasizing mental clarity, physical wellness, and spiritual growth. In 2017, we rebranded and expanded our team by welcoming partner Dennis Orosz, relocating to the Rockstroh Building at 335 N. Lafayette Street. We specialize in creating an intimate, inclusive environment where students of all levels receive personalized attention through one-on-one sessions and small group classes. Our instructors combine decades of collective experience with diverse backgrounds, including veterans, educators, and lifelong practitioners.We prioritize meditative practices aligned with ancient teachings while adapting to modern needs, such as pandemic-era safety protocols. Our community-driven approach fosters connection through workshops, events, and outreach initiatives like the Seva Project. We offer flexible pricing models, including discounted punch cards and sliding-scale options, ensuring accessibility for all. Our commitment to transparency is reflected in clear communication policies, pre-booking requirements, and adherence to local health regulations. With over 15 years of service, we remain dedicated to empowering individuals through yoga's transformative potential.
Services
Yoga Classes
Private Instruction
Workshops
Wellness Programs
Community Events
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized one-on-one yoga sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Our instructors combine decades of experience with diverse teaching backgrounds.
- We maintain small class sizes for intimate, focused learning environments.
- We implement strict pandemic safety protocols including pre-booking requirements.
- We provide flexible payment options including sliding-scale community classes.
Services
Yoga Classes
Our 75-minute group classes accommodate all skill levels with a maximum of four participants. Sessions focus on meditative practices combining traditional asanas, breathwork, and mindfulness techniques. Classes operate on a pre-booking system to ensure personalized attention while maintaining pandemic safety protocols.
Private Instruction
Customized private sessions address individual needs through personalized sequences and pacing. Available in-studio or off-site (pre-pandemic), these sessions cater to specific goals like injury recovery, stress reduction, or advanced practice development. Packages offer discounted rates for multiple sessions.
Workshops
Thematic workshops explore yoga's holistic applications through meditation, chanting, and restorative practices. Recent programs include the 30-Day Balance Challenge, combining unlimited yoga access with guided self-reflection journals to enhance mind-body connection and personal growth.
Community Classes
Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC) classes ensure accessibility for all financial situations. These donation-based sessions operate on an honor system with cash-only payments, allowing participants to contribute according to their means while maintaining inclusive community practice spaces.
Space Rentals
Our studio space accommodates external instructors and groups seeking venues for private yoga sessions, workshops, or wellness events. Flexible rental options available for hourly, weekly, or monthly bookings with support for customized scheduling requirements.
People
Dennis Orosz
Partner/Instructor
Co-owner and lead instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience. Specializes in creating accessible yoga practices for diverse populations while maintaining traditional meditative principles.
Stephanie
Instructor
Experienced yoga teacher offering Restorative/Yin and Ashtanga-Based Flow classes. Focuses on therapeutic applications of yoga postures and breathwork for stress reduction and physical healing.
Questions
What class options are available for beginners?
We offer beginner-friendly classes like Just Yoga and Restorative/Yin sessions. New students can purchase an Intro Pass for three classes within 60 days to explore different styles.
What safety measures are currently in place?
Masks are mandatory per St. Joe County regulations. Hand sanitizer is provided, water coolers are closed, and personal yoga props are recommended to minimize shared equipment.
Do you offer private yoga sessions?
Yes, private instruction is available at $54-$72 per hour depending on session length. Packages provide discounted rates for multiple sessions with the same instructor.
What payment methods do you accept?
Cash, checks, and credit/debit cards are accepted at the studio. Online payments may be available for specific programs through our Square store platform.
Can I rent the studio space for personal workshops?
Space rental options exist for instructors and groups. Contact Dennis or Stephanie directly to discuss availability, pricing, and scheduling requirements for private events.