About Us

About Branches

Happiness is a decision, not a destination. Realize it with us!

About Us

Branches Yoga Studio is located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth.  Located within a historic building, the studio boasts all the character you would expect … gorgeous domed ceilings, original hardwood floors and large windows that welcome the daylight sun.

Open seven days a week, Branches Yoga Studio offers a range of public, small-group yoga classes to all ages and levels. First-time students and longtime practitioners, locals and out-of-towners alike are all welcome to join a class led by one of the studio’s exceptional, highly trained instructors. 

Whether you want to relax, meditate, reduce stress, improve balance and flexibility, or work on core strength, Branches has it all. Non-judgmental and inclusive to all who want to practice, this studio is an extension of the Portsmouth community. 

Our Classes

Let go of stress and anxiety

Vinyasa Flow

Vinyasa yoga practice connects individual poses with deep breaths in a series of flowing sequence of movement.

Yin Yoga

Yin yoga works deeply into the body with passive, longer-held poses.

Strong Flow

Slow Flow is a beautiful combination of strengthening the body through effort balanced with developing softness through the mindful practice of ease in a posture.

Our Teachers
Our Trainer

Experienced Teachers

Branches Yoga Studio unites a community of talented and passionate teachers who are devoted not only to the physical asana but also to the incredible power the practice can offer the mind and spirit.

What We Do

The importance of practicing yoga

Yoga is a practice … an always growing practice aimed toward a healthy mind in a healthy body.

Tranquility

Yoga brings together physical and mental disciplines to achieve a peaceful body and mind.

State of Mind

Yoga can help manage stress and anxiety and keep you relaxed.

Body Conditioning

Yoga helps in increasing flexibility, muscle strength and body tone.

Stamina

Yoga improves breath, energy and all-around vibrancy.

testimonial

what our clients says

Every time I’m heading to classes at this studio my heart smiles. I love everything about it: teachers, location, community. It is a charging station, place to start, and a place to rest. It seems that teachers always know the right thing to say, aiming right at the heart through the breath and body awareness. I love you, Branches, and I’m very excited to see you evolve

Anastasia Client

The owners took over the prior space of Yogasmith in downtown Portsmouth, above Tuscan Market. Great location and they have made some fantastic changes already. Same instructors but cleaner, neater and apparently more good things coming. Love the early morning classes!

R. Gunner Client

I practice yoga regularly. Moving back home in a pandemic, my practice changed and I had to work through an injury. Branches has filled the void I was missing. Branches Yoga, formerly known as Yogasmith, is located in downtown Portsmouth. Branches is an inviting all levels studio. Props and blocks available; Covid safe. Morning and evening classes! Check them out!

Tiffany Client

Kerrie and Rich are professional and attend to your needs immediately. The studio has amazing instructors and a wonderful community. I recommend this studio with no hesitation.

Tricia Client

Great schedule. Wonderful instructors. Nice people to work with.

Mike Client

Branches Yoga Studio is home to me. This past summer, I made a commitment to practice weekly yoga in this space now known as Branches Yoga Studio. I was delighted to know that a fellow practitioner invested in maintaining this unique, and sacred space within downtown Portsmouth. The membership rates support accessibility. Instructors are experienced, and offer something more than just exercise. My favorite phrase as a practitioner is to “take your yoga of the matt and out into the world”. In other words, practicing yoga is a commitment to self, the community, and the greater good. Branches Yoga Studio is the embodiment of that philosophy. And, that is why I recommend you to become a part of this inclusive community.

Suzanne Client

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    - Jane Star - Client