Beginner-Friendly Yoga
Where Movement Meets Mindfulness
Waves of Change Studio in Franklinville, NJ offers a different kind of yoga experience—one centered on how movement can help you feel, not how it looks. Our non-heated, mirror-free South Jersey studio combines intentional movement with a calm, low-stimulation environment designed to help you slow down, reconnect with your body, and find a little more space in your day.
From restorative and chair yoga to Hatha and Vinyasa-style flows, our classes give you different ways to move, build strength, improve mobility, and support your nervous system. Every class is led with approachable, trauma-informed guidance and options that allow you to move at a pace that works for you.
This isn’t about performing a pose or keeping up with the person next to you. It’s about having a space where you can move, breathe, reset, and leave feeling a little more grounded than when you walked in.
Explore our class descriptions below or view the schedule to find what feels right for you.
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Sundays | 9:00am
Slow • Strong • Intentional
Slow Burn Sunday combines intentional, breath-led movement with longer-held poses and controlled transitions to build strength, stability, and mobility. The slower pace gives you time to engage your muscles, explore each posture, and find a steady challenge without rushing through a flow.
What to Expect
Slow, controlled movements and transitions
Longer-held poses that build strength and stability
A balance of strengthening and stretching
Breath awareness throughout class
Standing, seated, and floor-based poses
Options and modifications throughout
Duration: 60 minutes
Yoga Level: All levels • Beginner-friendlyA great choice if you want to build strength without a fast-paced flow, enjoy a balance of movement and stretching, or prefer a slower practice that still offers a challenge.
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Sundays | 7:00pm
Rest • Release • Restore
A deeply relaxing restorative yoga class designed to help you slow down, release tension, and give your body time to rest. Using bolsters, blankets, and blocks for support, you’ll settle into longer-held poses with gentle stretching and mindful breathing.
What to Expect
Fully supported restorative poses
Long, restful holds
Gentle stretching and mindful breathing
A quiet, low-stimulation environment
Plenty of guidance and modifications
Duration: 60 minutes
Yoga Level: All levels • Beginner-friendlyA great choice when you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed, need time to recharge, or are looking for a gentle yoga practice focused on rest and deep relaxation.
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Thursdays | 6:00pm
Strong • Fluid • Energizing
An energizing Vinyasa yoga class that connects breath with continuous, flowing movement. You’ll move through sequences designed to build strength, balance, and mobility while having the freedom to adjust the practice to your body and experience level.
What to Expect
Continuous, breath-connected movement
Full-body strengthening
Balance and mobility work
Flowing transitions
Modifications and options throughout
Duration: 60 minutes
Yoga Level: All levels • Some yoga experience helpfulA great choice if you enjoy a more active yoga practice, want to build strength and confidence, or prefer moving continuously through a flow.
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Mondays | 7:00pm
Fridays | 9:30amMindful • Flowing • Centering
A slower-paced Vinyasa yoga class that connects breath with intentional movement. You’ll flow through gentle sequences with more time to settle into each pose, building strength and mobility while staying connected to your breath and body.
What to Expect
Slow, breath-connected sequences
Gentle strengthening and stretching
Mindful movement throughout
More time within poses and transitions
Modifications and options throughout
Duration: 60 minutes
Yoga Level: All levels • Beginner-friendlyA great choice if you enjoy flowing movement but prefer a slower pace, are newer to Vinyasa yoga, or want a mindful practice that keeps you moving without feeling rushed.
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Wednesdays | 10:00am
Gentle • Supportive • Accessible
A gentle chair yoga class designed to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility with the added support and stability of a chair. You’ll explore seated and standing movements, mindful breathing, strengthening, and stretching at a comfortable, unhurried pace.
What to Expect
Seated and supported standing movements
Gentle strengthening and stretching
Balance, flexibility, and mobility work
Mindful breathing and movement
Plenty of guidance and modifications
Duration: 60 minutes
Yoga Level: All levels • Beginner-friendlyA great choice if you prefer the support of a chair, want to improve mobility and balance, or are looking for an accessible way to begin or continue a yoga practice.
Our small-group classes are guided by compassionate, trauma-informed instructors who prioritize choice, comfort, and connection over perfection or performance. Our team brings a range of experience beyond yoga, including backgrounds in mental health, licensed therapy, and social-emotional learning (SEL), adding another layer of care and intention to the way we teach our classes.
Your practice doesn't have to end with your weekly yoga class. Explore special and pop-up classes, sound, meditation, Reiki, and other wellness experiences designed to give you more ways to slow down, reconnect, and care for yourself.
More Than Yoga
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Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning to your mat, you can view upcoming classes, explore pricing options, and reserve your spot all in one place.
There’s a space for you here when you’re ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Choosing the right yoga class depends on how you’d like to move and feel that day. Our studio offers a range of beginner-friendly options, including Hatha, Vinyasa, Slow Flow Vinyasa, Restorative, and Chair Yoga. Each class description includes the pace, yoga level, and what to expect, making it easier to find a practice that fits your experience, energy level, and needs.
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No. You don’t need to be flexible or have any previous yoga experience to practice with us. Our beginner-friendly yoga classes in Franklinville, NJ are designed to meet you where you are, with clear guidance, modifications, and options throughout each class. Whether you’re completely new to yoga or returning after time away, you’re encouraged to move at your own pace and choose what feels right for your body.
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No, our studio is fully non-heated and kept at a comfortable, stable temperature. We focus on gentle, mindful movement and internal regulation rather than intense heat.
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We highly suggest bringing your own yoga mat, a towel, and a water bottle to class. If you don’t have a mat or happen to forget yours, don't worry—we do have a limited number of studio mats, blocks, and bolsters available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Because we keep our class sizes small to preserve a calm, intimate environment, pre-registration is highly recommended to guarantee your mat space. You can purchase a single drop-in pass, a multi-class package, or our New Student Special directly on our dedicated pricing page.
Yoga in Franklinville, NJ
Located in Southern New Jersey, Waves of Change Studio welcomes students of all levels from across Gloucester, Salem, Atlantic, and Cumberland counties. We are proud to serve our local South Jersey community—including neighbors traveling from Williamstown, Newfield, Vineland, Clayton, Malaga, Buena, and beyond.
Our Studio Location:
1088 Delsea Drive, Franklinville, NJ 08322
