The Daley Practice Iyengar Yoga of Asbury Park

Fantastic experience: Visiting the Jersey shore, I was searching for an Iyengar yoga school and was delighted to find a great class. The studio was well-equipped and inviting, and the teacher was outstanding in terms of communication, professionalism, and quality.

Fantastic experience: I had been doing yoga for over a decade before I stumbled upon this amazing spot. I'm still learning new techniques and pushing my practice to new heights.

Fantastic experience: a warm welcome and awesome classes in a beautiful, sun lite studio.

Fantastic experience: We have been attending Thea's classes for six years and have been making the long drive twice a week to the Daley Practice. The quality of instruction and the community of people we have found there cannot be found anywhere else. My practice has improved significantly and I have made lifelong friends. Thea, Robin and Gopali bring their own unique personalities and interpretations to the Iyengar method. This type of yoga is accessible to all levels, from beginners to experts, due to the intentional sequence of poses and focus on proper alignment and form. The studio is beautiful, sustainable and features the props necessary for Iyengar Yoga. The rope wall is a unique feature. Whenever I'm in New Jersey, I will be back to the Daley Practice.

Fantastic experience: i am really not kitting Thea is the best Yoga teacher she really get the emotion for each need you need

Fantastic experience: The best yoga studio at the shore, the location and interior are superb, the merchandise fun and responsibly sourced, last but not least the teachers are excellent very knowledgeable in Iyenga yoga practice. It’s a wonderful family to join for your yoga practice, go for it

Fantastic experience: A few years ago, a good friend asked me to join her and take a Yoga class in the City (NYC). I told her that I had never tried yoga but wouldn’t mind trying it out. I told her that I was somewhat intimidated but curious since I had no experience with the practice. She assured me it was a beginner’s class, and that it would be fun and that I would enjoy it. I took her for her word since she is a workout alcoholic and practices many different sports and exercise regimes, and it would be fun to do it with her. When I arrived I was slightly overwhelmed by the size of the class, there must have been 30-50 people laid out on their mats. The room was large but we were still crowded. Everyone stood inches away from each other. As soon as the class started, the Yoga instructor announced poses with very little instructions or demonstrations. The class moved quickly, and all the Yogis were doing the poses effortlessly and quickly. Needless to say, I was completely lost, if this was a beginners class, than I was certainly in deep trouble and headed into a “dead end”. I tried to mimic those in front of me, to the left of me, to the right of me, and even those behind me, but I just couldn’t keep up. By the end of the class, I was exhausted, frustrated, embarrassed, humiliated and felt slightly defeated. I walked away NOT loving Yoga, not enjoying the experience and convinced that this activity wasn’t something I wanted to explore. I never went back. On November 2017, a very good friend asked me to join her for a beginner’s yoga class in Asbury Park. I quickly declined the invite and told her that “Yoga” wasn’t my thing. She insisted and persisted that I should give it a try and told me that I would enjoy it. She explained that it was truly a beginner’s class, a class held in a nice size studio, with the most incredible yoga instructor. I had my reservations about the whole thing, but decided that I would give it ONE more try and probably a FINAL attempt. I doubted this was going to be any different than my first attempt. She wasn’t wrong! Thea Daley owns and operates the Daley Practice in Asbury Park, NJ. She is an incredible teacher; she is patient, smart, strong, physical, flexible, energetic, helpful, mindful, motivating, and a very encouraging instructor. She is warm and sensitive but certainly her presence commands attention. She is explicit with her instructions and always leaves us with a good imprint of the work we have done. Her classes are hard work, but they are fun and both mentally and physically rewarding. My body has become so much more flexible, stronger, my posture has improved and my stress levels (mostly from work) have gone from 100% to 5% (is it the breathing? The control of poses?) I don’t know, but I do enjoy the outcome. I never thought I would say this, but I am now a YOGI. I am still very much a beginner, but enjoy the classes at the Daley Practice and truly enjoying the journey that I have embarked. I couldn’t have done this without the persistent of my good friend, but mostly because of my amazing teacher / Yoga Mentor (Thea Daley) and her studio in which the “magic” happens! For anyone who ever doubted the practice of Yoga, don’t. I was very anti-yoga, but LOVE it and can’t imagine my life without it now. I highly recommended ALL to visit The Daley Practice In Asbury Park. It has been life changing for me. And besides the instructor, the studio, I have met a handful of wonderful people in class. A win-win all around! #TheDaleyPractice #TheaDaley #BestYogaStudioInAsburyPark

Fantastic experience: Very beautiful studio with absolutely everything needed for Iyengar yoga; amazing, talented, thoughtful and deeply caring teachers; individual attention and a great group atmosphere; a welcoming, nurturing and fun place to do yoga. And in downtown Asbury Park. You couldn't ask for more.

Fantastic experience: Thea Daley has created an Iyengar Yoga studio that is a stand-out in the Asbury Park area (an area that is seemingly overrun with yoga studios). The studio itself is perfectly sized, beautifully designed, welcoming, and calm. The mats and blankets and props are clean and orderly; as is the bathroom. (NB: Iyengar yoga, specifically, employs lots of props to aid students in achieving correct and safe alignment and support while learning the various yoga asanas.) As nice as the studio is, the real draw here is Thea, herself, and her team of skilled instructors. Students include first-timers, those who practice occasionally, those who practice daily, and those who teach. (It's always a good sign when you notice OTHER teachers coming to take instruction from YOUR teacher!) Emphasis is on safe and careful movement into and out of the asanas, relaxed breathing, and strengthening. I bring a few injuries to class with me (back and hip). Others suffer from shoulder and ankle problems. The classes are small enough that Thea can individually tailor her instruction to accommodate people like me, who are dealing with bio-mechanic issues. There are classes offered 6-days a week (though I believe the schedule expands a bit in the summer season) and the prices are fair and competitive. There's an easy-to-use online portal for checking in to reserve a spot in the class of your choice. Finally -- and I'm not sure how best to word this -- the "vibe" is serious yet relaxed. I've been to some studios where the focus on the spiritual aspects of yoga creates an almost church-like atmosphere. Here, the feeling is LESS pachouli-scented and artsy and MORE welcoming with a goal of calming the mind, quieting the ego, and learning to be patient with oneself. If you're looking for a way into a new yoga practice for yourself OR if you're a long-time student looking for a place to call your yoga-home, I heartily recommend The Daley Practice.

Fantastic experience: The instructors at the Jersey Shore's best yoga studio are incredibly devoted and each lesson builds on the previous one. It is perfect for everyone, regardless of skill level, from novice to experienced. The studio is a tranquil and peaceful place in a great spot that is easy to get to. I can't say enough good things about it.

Fantastic experience: I have never had a more thorough and complete practice than this one. The classes are taught with great care and progress at a slow pace, emphasizing proper breathing and form to prevent injury and maximize the benefits of the poses. Props are used to help people get the most out of the poses and to accommodate any existing injuries. I cannot recommend the Daley Practice and Iyengar Yoga enough - I wouldn't go anywhere else.