Frequently Asked Questions
At this time there are no plans to reopen Found City Yoga.
Your kindness and understanding go farther than you may know toward supporting the studio.
If you are in a financially stable situation and have already forgiven an unused or partially used membership, please know that this is also a huge help during these incredibly difficult times. The financial impact of the pandemic on small businesses that rely on volume and turnover to make ends meet each month is severe. Found City Yoga was just a little bit too small to survive the restrictions to services and capacity, given our circumstances. We have sustained drastic losses over the last nine months. We appreciate your understanding that sharing the burden of loss is made a little easier and a lot more humane by each person who accepts their piece, especially when they are in the position to do so. My most heartfelt acknowledgement goes out to our Found City Yoga members who have graciously contributed to this relief –– Thank you!
We have arranged provisional accommodations for our active members with two local yoga studios that offer similar or equivalent yoga services to Found City Yoga. While the corporation is not legally required to provide these accommodations due to the circumstances of our closure, we recognize the value of your membership and your practice. Most importantly, we recognize the value of a healthy and connected local yoga community. From that position, we are confident that the offers from Yoga Lab Victoria and Quantum Yoga Club constitute reasonable options for our members, which benefit all parties, and we are deeply grateful for their generous support.
The impact of the pandemic has been financially devastating to Found City Yoga. The corporation has no funds, and has assumed additional debt in order to remain open since mid-June following the mandated closure; this is why we are now forced to close our doors permanently. Due to the circumstances, we are unable to accommodate any requests for refunds. We have, however, made arrangements with two other local yoga studios to help you use your membership; please review the information for “What happens to my unused / partially used pass or membership at Found City Yoga?”
Yes, we have a small amount of merchandise left, including yoga clothing, foam blocks, 40oz Namaka Flasks, microfibre Zensation mat towels, and Salt of Life products. We also have some used studio supplies, including mats and straps. If you are interested in purchasing items, please email the studio with your specific request before November 30. Indicate “MERCHANDISE” in the subject line, so we can flag your email accordingly. Items purchased will be made available for pick-up from the studio by appointment.
Generally, we are not able to accommodate this type of request, but for a very limited time we will consider requests for partial trades for certain items on a case-by-case basis. Please kindly email the studio before November 25 with your specific request, and the reason for your request. Indicate “TRADE FOR MERCHANDISE” in the subject line, so we can flag your email accordingly.
We will be setting up a virtual “garage sale” on social media for various studio items, including studio props, janitorial and office supplies, audio equipment, and cabinetry / benches. Email the studio if you are interested in something specific. Indicate “GARAGE SALE REQUEST” in the subject field, and your detailed request.
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