Open Doors
Open Doors is the hub of hot power yoga on the South Shore, with locations in Braintree, Weymouth, Hanover, Canton, Easton, and Westwood. Richard Lanza, owner and founder of the studio, offers incredible flow, mixed with a gentle spiritual component for beginners or advanced students. His Friday night class in Weymouth is simply a must take. Stop by their Braintree location to find peace in the special meditation room.
Open Doors Power Yoga Studios, South Shore locations, 781-843-8224, opendoors7.com. Rates: $12 per class, $100 for a 10-class block, unlimited monthly passes are also available.
(Text by Karen McNamee, Photo courtesy of Open Doors)
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Meet the yoga yogi
Karen McNamee has taught science in the Bahamas and sailing in the Caribbean. She has worked on a number of tall ships and holds a USCG Masters license. She's a community leader for lululemon athletica in Hingham. As a certified Kripalu instructor, she teaches at DragonFly Yoga Studio. She presently lives on the South Shore and loves to travel.