WELCOME TO RISE

Rise Yoga is a Cleveland-based yoga collective specializing in local retreats, mentoring, and pop-up events that empower students to heal through smart inclusive yoga. When our students rise, we RISE. There’s an upward movement happening around here.

 
 

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who we are

We believe in teaching smart, inclusive yoga with compassion and empathy.

We believe in empowering students to heal physically, mentally and emotionally through yoga by providing them with all the tools needed to do so.

We believe in rising up.

rise

ˈrīz

Essential Meaning of rise
1: verb
move from a lower position to a higher one; come or go up.
2: noun
an upward movement; an instance of becoming higher.

 
 

To rise is a thing we do that becomes where we are.

meet the owner

Hey there, I’m Kat Hollo. I’ve been a student of yoga for 16 years and a teacher for 11 years. I will always be a yoga student first, teacher second. I will never stop learning or seeking out teachers- the more I learn, the better I can be for you. Yoga is a huge part of my life, but not everything. I am a mother, friend, partner, nature lover, adventure hunter, traveler, health-seeker, and so much more. And I’m always rooting for the underdog!

The mission of Rise Yoga holds such an incredible value because I personally have experienced how yoga can be used as a tool for healing. My lifelong battle of depression and anxiety took me down a path of trying to heal in other ways for many years. And then- thank you Universe- I found yoga. Yoga saved my life in many ways. It healed me. It continues to heal me, everyday.

I see my students.  I am them. We are the same.

READ KAT’S STORY

लोकः समस्ताः सुखिनो भवन्तु

“Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu”

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  • What I love is what Kat's message is about community.

    “I attended Kat's first Rise Yoga retreat at the Mohicans back in November. It was my first retreat in three years and what a way to get back into it. At was a perfect weekend getaway! I knew Kat from my previous studio so I knew I did not want to miss this opportunity. What I love is what Kat's message is about community. The retreat was so well organized and the food was absolutely amazing. Kat really paid attention to every detail to make sure every student had the best possible experience. I am looking forward to the next one!”

    - Andrea B.

  • Kat has a way of always knowing exactly what I need...

    “Kat has a way of always knowing exactly what I need during her classes, even when I don’t know it myself. She is inspiring, motivating, and empowering in every way. Because of her and the supporting environment she creates, I have learned, laughed, and cried on my mat. I cannot thank her enough for the space she creates, especially during the weekend retreat in the Mohican I attended.”

    - Jillian T.

  • She’s not only helped me to improve my practice, but has made me an overall better person.

    “I can’t speak enough about how Kat has positively influenced and inspired my yoga practice physically- and even more importantly- mentally. She strikes a great balance between pushing you and supporting you, and I always come out of her class feeling better than when I came in.”

    – Dominic L.

  • Kat’s intro class I took changed everything.

    “I’ve been trying to get started in yoga for literally years but nothing ever seemed to spark it. I tried a lot of different teachers and places but it just never stuck. Kat’s intro class I took changed everything. I’m so interested in yoga- I literally can’t get enough. Kat changed my whole thought of what yoga is and can be. I had a complete paradigm shift and yoga is helping my anxiety so, so, so, much. So... thank you Kat! Thank you so very much!”

    – Joe K.

  • Kat is freaking awesome at what she does!

    “Kat has a beautiful ability to connect with everyone in class and make us feel special, loved and encouraged- all while kicking our ass, and making us discover how strong or vulnerable we can be! Kat is freaking awesome at what she does! I am blessed to practice with her and appreciate all she has taught me and pushed me to do!”

    - Susan E.

  • Book A Class

    Browse the local and virtual classes offered this week and book your session!

  • Teacher Mentoring

    Are you a 200- hour yoga teacher who recently completed your training but just aren’t quite ready, or confident enough, to take the leap and teach your first class? An apprenticeship with me may be for you!

  • Private Yoga Classes

    Enjoy a curated private yoga experience with Kat. Private yoga sessions are more than just a yoga class, but a yoga experience. Available in 1:1 Private Sessions or Group Events (2-13+ students).

  • Yoga Retreats

    An inclusive yoga retreat experience that gives you the space to disconnect from daily life and experience self-care, deep connection, and healing - leaving you recharged and renewed.

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