Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
10 years in this location. 9 years at our previous studio
What is your primary product or service?
Iyengar Yoga and Romanas Pilates classes.
Pilates certification program
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I took yoga classes 25 years ago and loved it. After 6 years I started teaching and after 2 more I opened Charlotte's first yoga studio. My previous work life was in museum education and exhibit design.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We have beautiful studios in a historic building in Elizabeth neighborhood. Our teachers are well trained with a focus on creating a safe experience for individuals of all levels of experience.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location is enough for us.
Provide detailed directions to your location
One block off 7th street and one block off Pecan on 8th street between Clement and Pecan.
What type of payments do you accept?
cash, check and credit card
Which areas do you service?
We are conveniently located to the downtown district
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Phyllis Rollins and Laney Abernethy
What are your hours of operation?
We have public classes each evening and Saturday. We are available for private lessons around this schedule.