Green your yoga at 889 Yonge

The ever increasing popularity of yoga in Toronto reflects the awareness of individuals to protect and promote their health and well-being, physically and spiritually. Sisters Christine and Emily Russell also hope to promote the health of the planet with 889 Yonge, the green yoga & holistic lifestyle company they opened just over a year ago. In an entirely eco-friendly and toxin-free space, 889 Yonge offers yoga, a holistic spa, holistic medicine and a green lifestyle boutique.

889 provides yoga classes at all levels, custom and corporate sessions, a holistic medical practice with a naturopath and doctor of traditional Chinese medicine, and an on-site boutique selling eco-friendly wares from Edun, Loomstate, Stewart + Brown, REN skin care and more.

The space at 889 has been constructed and furnished entirely with environmentally friendly and sustainable materials. The Russells’ mission is to make as little environmental impact as possible while educating clients about how to make eco-friendly lifestyle choices. The studio’s commitment to sustainable living includes the following initiatives:

• all electricity is sourced from pollution-free wind power and environmentally low-impact hydro facilities, thanks to Bullfrog Power
• paper stock for all business materials is 100% recycled, 100% FSC certified, chlorine-free and acid-free
• internal paper products (toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, gift bags, tissue paper) are 100% recycled and dye-free
• recycling program for guests
• goal of zero internal waste involves composting all biodegradable materials, recycling and the use of re-useable tea cups
• cleaning products used are 100% chemical-free
• holistic spa provides 100% organic cotton robes, organic towels and organic locker room products
• refinished existing hardwood, 100% recyclable carpet, cork , tile and eco-friendly VCT woodwork
• floor finishes all 100% water-based and toxin-free
• no urethane, toxic stains or sealants used
• interior upholstery made of 100% natural fiber dyed with heavy metal-free dye

So balance your yoga with nature and drop by 889 Yonge for a class or two.

889 Yonge
889 Yonge Street
416.925.7206

Also see: Ethical Yoga, our post about Moksha Yoga, another green studio in Toronto.