Today we’d like to introduce you to Rebekah Parker.
Thanks for sharing your story with us Rebekah. So, let’s start at the beginning and we can move on from there.
I grew up in Houston and attended LSU (Geaux Tigers!) for college. I’ve always been very active and passionate about fitness, but it wasn’t until I was living in Baton Rouge that I fell in love with yoga. While pursuing my finance degree, I became certified and taught classes at a local yoga studio. I knew I wanted to open a studio of my own after graduation, but I also knew I needed some “real world” experience first. After three years in a corporate setting working for KPMG, I knew I could combine my business knowledge with my passion for yoga/fitness and create something great.
While I was putting my business plan together, I was introduced to Andi Minett who is now my business partner. Andi also went to LSU and was certified and taught at the same studio in Baton Rouge. However, she’s ten years older than me, so our paths never crossed before. After our first coffee meeting, we immediately knew this partnership was meant to be. Not only did we get along well on a personal level, but we also had the same business goals and visions.
In May 2019, I decided to quit my corporate job so that I could fully focus on opening a studio. I also got engaged to the love of my life, making it a very memorable month! Without my fiancé’s support, none of this would have been possible.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
The road hasn’t been completely smooth, but I think anything worthwhile has its challenges.
Andi and I originally wanted to open a franchise but after many months of negotiating, it just didn’t work out. However, we knew we weren’t going to give up on our dream of opening a studio just because of that bump in the road.
Ultimately, we decided to start from scratch, which was scary, but now I couldn’t be happier with the way things have gone. Although things can get hectic and stressful, Andi and I constantly talk about how exciting and surreal it is that we’re getting to create something that will benefit so many people.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with Southern Flow Yoga – tell our readers more, for example what you’re most proud of and what sets you apart from others.
Southern Flow Yoga is “Houston’s Hottest Workout” where people can sculpt, stretch and sweat (a lot)! Everyone is welcome at our studio regardless of age, experience level, etc.
If you’ve ever experienced a Houston summer, you know the power that heat can have! Dubbed Houston’s Hottest Workout, there is no denying the heat in this Sculpt Yoga class adds an increased level of intensity all on its own! Designed to detoxify, strengthen, and sculpt that lean summer body you crave all year long, this class will amplify any work out routine while being accessible for any level of athlete. This challenging, breath based, yoga class incorporates light hand weights and cardio bursts to ignite your metabolism, burn fat, and leave you feeling ready to take on the day!
We also offer a Stretch class which focuses on flexibility, alignment, coordination, core strength and breath. There’s nothing passive about this Southern take on restorative yoga and as any good Southerner knows, the best hospitality comes with a little spice! Be ready to engage your core and focus on key poses to increase flexibility, improve circulation, increase body awareness, and release excess tightness and tension while the heat of our studio works to rapidly detoxify and warm your major muscle groups. Rooted in traditional Vinyasa Flow, this offering in an excellent complement to any athletic endeavor.
As with any Southern party, all are welcome!
So, what’s next? Any big plans?
We hope to quickly grow our So Flow community in Houston, which may include some additional studios down the line!
Pricing:
- Intro Drop in: $20
- Intro Monthly Unlimited: $85
- Intro 6 Months Unlimited: $450
- Intro Year Unlimited: $840
Contact Info:
- Address: 700 Durham, STE 200, Houston, TX. 77007
- Website: southernflow.com
- Phone: 713-505-1883
- Email: info@southernflow.com
- Instagram: @southernflowhtx
- Facebook: @southernflowhtx
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