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Harmony Yoga Studio is a place to find harmony with gentle movements and breathing.

We offer in-studio, on-location, and virtual classes! Plus much more...

Carol will provide personalized attention and get to know YOU! She is a Certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor and Reiki Master with over 20 years of experience with prior 25 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist.

Yoga Studio in Stamford

Heal yourself, one breath at a time

Meet Harmony Yoga Owner,
Carol Shwidock

Carol Shwidock is the owner of Harmony Yoga, a Kripalu-based practice center, who integrates the Five Elements of both Ayurvedic and Chinese Medicine to teach students how to heal themselves one breath at a time.

She founded Harmony Yoga following the 9/11 tragedy.  At that time, she had been working as an Occupational Therapist for 25 years.  Today, a 500-hr. Yoga Therapist, with over 20 years experience as an instructor, Carol enjoys teaching group classes, corporate classes, and private sessions to individuals or small groups as well as facilitating workshops and retreats to help students tune into their own energy for self-healing. Carol has worked with students healing from Anxiety, Depression, Pain, Neurological Disorders, and Orthopedic Issues and has witnessed amazing healing using the energy(prana/chi) of the body.

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Offerings

  • Classes - In-studio, on location, or virtually
  • Workshops and Special Events
  • Yoga Shop - Videos, DVDs, and more

The focus of our classes is on teaching the student how to heal themselves, one breath at a time, through 5 Elements of Meridian Yoga (Chinese Medicine) and Kripalu Yoga/Ayurvedic 5 Elements.
 

We offer Beginner's Yoga, All Levels Yoga, Corporate Yoga, Beach Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Yoga Dance, and Private one-on-one sessions.

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Upcoming Special Offerings

  • Harmony Yoga 5 Elements Retreat 2023 IS happening!
    Harmony Yoga 5 Elements Retreat 2023 IS happening!
    Fri, Sep 29
    The Guest House Retreat Center
    Sep 29, 3:00 PM – Oct 01, 1:00 PM
    The Guest House Retreat Center, 318 W Main St, Chester, CT 06412, USA
    Sep 29, 3:00 PM – Oct 01, 1:00 PM
    The Guest House Retreat Center, 318 W Main St, Chester, CT 06412, USA
    Revive, relax and restore with yoga, meditation, hikes, drumming circle and more! I am over the moon to spend time together! Schedule: Friday 3pm Check-in 6pm Dinner 7:15pm Restorative Yoga Evening begins! Saturday 7:30-8:30am Yoga 8-9am Breakfast 9-12pm Hike on property/Rest time 12:30-1:30
  • 5 Elements Yoga with Carol plus Sound Bath Meditation with Lisa
    5 Elements Yoga with Carol plus Sound Bath Meditation with Lisa
    Thu, Oct 05
    Hummingbird Healing Center
    Oct 05, 6:30 PM – Oct 06, 8:00 PM
    Hummingbird Healing Center, 57 Main St 2nd floor, Westport, CT 06880, USA
    Oct 05, 6:30 PM – Oct 06, 8:00 PM
    Hummingbird Healing Center, 57 Main St 2nd floor, Westport, CT 06880, USA
    October is the fall element of Metal which involves the Lungs & Large Intestines. It's all about taking in & letting go. Join Carol at the new Hummingbird Healing Center in Westport CT for a gentle flow with 5 Elements Harmony Yoga. Then release with Lisa Pak in a blissful sound bath. Ahhhhhhh
  • Goddess Circle for Fall
    Goddess Circle for Fall
    Sun, Oct 08
    Stamford
    Oct 08, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Oct 08, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Goddess Circles support each other. Goddess Circles have an organic bond with a new theme every time. Goddess Circles include Mindful Movement, Meditation & Sound Healing.
  • Triple Healing of Salt Sound & Restorative Yoga
    Triple Healing of Salt Sound & Restorative Yoga
    Thu, Oct 12
    Darien
    Oct 12, 6:30 PM – Oct 13, 7:45 PM
    Darien, 555 Post Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USA
    Oct 12, 6:30 PM – Oct 13, 7:45 PM
    Darien, 555 Post Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USA
    Have you experienced a Salty Sound Bath with Restorative Yoga yet? These 3 healing modalities will decrease the stress in your mind, body and soul...Come lay down with us?
  • Roll n Rest
    Roll n Rest
    Sat, Oct 14
    Stamford
    Oct 14, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Oct 14, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Join Dr Nancy Byrne for AccuROLLING, a fun way to use a soft ball to stretch, build bone and open up your energy highways. Then Carol will lead us in a Guided Meditation inspired for Fall Energy.
  • White Buffalo Woman is Back again!
    White Buffalo Woman is Back again!
    Sun, Oct 15
    Stamford
    Oct 15, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM EDT
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Oct 15, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM EDT
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    International Shaman and Medium, the White Buffalo Woman will meet in a small group with individualized attention to offer her spirit guides wisdom.
  • Five Elements Gentle Movement with Carol & Sound Bath with Holly
    Five Elements Gentle Movement with Carol & Sound Bath with Holly
    Sun, Nov 05
    Stamford
    Nov 05, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Nov 05, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    As Fall energy is here we move inward towards the stillness of Winter. Fall Energy is the element of Metal, Integrity vs Letting Go. Carol will lead us in gentle movements for the metal flow, then Holly will serenade us as we lay down rest, restore and receive.
  • The Power of Gesture & Guided Meditation
    The Power of Gesture & Guided Meditation
    Sun, Nov 12
    Stamford
    Nov 12, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Nov 12, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Learn how to translate your emotions into hand gestures to connect to your inner being. Feel the potent energy of a Guided Meditation and tune IN.
  • LIVE MUSIC ~ LIVE YOGA with Carol Shwidock, yoga therapist, and Jay Margolin, talented musician/performer
    LIVE MUSIC ~ LIVE YOGA with Carol Shwidock, yoga therapist, and Jay Margolin, talented musician/performer
    Sun, Nov 19
    Harmony Yoga Studio
    Nov 19, 1:00 PM – Nov 20, 2:00 PM
    Harmony Yoga Studio, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Nov 19, 1:00 PM – Nov 20, 2:00 PM
    Harmony Yoga Studio, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Prepare to be serenaded in your body, mind and soul in this special class. As we move gently in the flows of Fall shifting to Winter we will serenaded with sound by Jay Margolin. After healing yoga and chi gong Carol will lead us in a deep Guided Meditation. You will leave this class feeling soothed
  • A Gentle Winding Down with Kristen Rzasa and Carol Shwidock
    A Gentle Winding Down with Kristen Rzasa and Carol Shwidock
    Sun, Dec 10
    Stamford
    Dec 10, 1:00 PM EST – Dec 11, 3:00 PM EST
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Dec 10, 1:00 PM EST – Dec 11, 3:00 PM EST
    Stamford, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Using a intenSati, a fun new movement flow with affirmations, taught by Kristen Rzasa followed by Restorative Yoga to balance your Water Element we will s l o w down together
  • Enhance your Teacher Training Weekend  Jan 26/27/28
    Enhance your Teacher Training Weekend  Jan 26/27/28
    Fri 1/26 630-8pm Sat/Sun 1/27/28 2-5pm
    Harmony Yoga Studio
    Fri 1/26 630-8pm Sat/Sun 1/27/28 2-5pm
    Harmony Yoga Studio, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Fri 1/26 630-8pm Sat/Sun 1/27/28 2-5pm
    Harmony Yoga Studio, REAR ENTRANCE, 1100 High Ridge Rd 2nd floor, Stamford, CT 06905, USA
    Do you want to learn more about how to your classes or your personal practice with Sound Healing? 5 Elements Yoga? Meditation?
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A Flavor of Harmony Yoga
Harmony Yoga Studio

A Flavor of Harmony Yoga

Why Choose Harmony Yoga?

Customized Classes

Each class is personalized to the students in that particular class.  Each class is based on your needs in the moment.

Smaller Class Size

Harmony Yoga is a boutique yoga studio with fewer students in each class for an intimate experience.

Free Classes

There are many free classes to choose from on YouTube or watch Carol  teach daily on JBTV.org at 6:30 am ET

Carol also has a free meditation on Insight Timer!

Variety of Formats

Save time with the option to choose from in-studio to on-location, to DVDs, to downloadable videos.  Whatever your preference, Harmony Yoga has an option for you!

Community Comments

“I just discovered Carol’s studio last week, and this was my first experience with Kripalu yoga. I loved how different breathing and energy moving techniques were weaved into the slow flow practice. I would best describe it as a moving meditation. I left feeling relaxed, peaceful and so grateful to have connected with Carol’s open hearted community. -LS

“I just wanted to take a quick minute to thank you again so much for class last night.  I’ve been struggling with some health and personal issues (some menopause and thyroid related, some work related) and just being in your class last night released so much anxiety and stress for me, I am truly grateful.

“Thank you for this life changing experience! I had chronic back pain for the past 20 years and forgot what it felt like to be pain free. Thanks to you, I have been absolutely pain free since I started taking your c