OUR PHILOSOPHY

Classical principles with a contemporary approach to provide a purposeful and sustainable mind-body practice for all phases of life.

FOUNDER + OWNER

Petra Ledkovsky Van Aarem

Petra Ledkovsky van Aarem teaching at Orleans Yoga
Petra Ledkovsky van Aarem at Orleans Yoga

Petra Ledkovsky van Aarem, E-RYT 500, spent her formative years on the beaches of Wellfleet in the summer and on the Upper West Side of Manhattan during the school year. In 2002, she discovered the therapeutic benefits of yoga and thus began her path of study and followed the calling to teach. She founded Orleans Yoga in 2013 on her beloved Outer Cape Cod for all to study and benefit from the potent practice of yoga.

Teaching since 2006, Petra studies with Tias and Surya Little of Prajna Yoga in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and has completed their 300 hour advanced certification program. She also holds certifications in Reformer Pilates I and II, and studies with back care yoga specialist, Alison West, with whom she completed her Ropes & Slings yoga certification in 2018.

Petra teaches a full schedule of weekly yoga classes, seasonal specialty workshops, and annual global retreats combining a blend of innovation and tradition in her sometimes challenging yet always therapeutic approach to yoga. She can often be found working privately with clients in the smaller of the two studios which features Reformer Pilates equipment and a yoga ropes wall.

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OUR INSTRUCTORS

Susannah Van de Wende Orleans Yoga
Melissa Yow Orleans Yoga
Julie Hennessy Orleans Yoga
Carin Trainer Orleans Yoga
Petra Ledkovsky van Aarem
Dawn Spunzo Orleans Yoga
Gisele Gauthier Orleans Yoga

  • “My practice has grown and strengthened through the guidance and leadership I have found at Orleans Yoga.”

  • “What keeps me going to the Orleans Yoga exclusively is that there is nothing else like it — the teachers, the vibe, the overall experience cannot be found anywhere. For me, it has been life-altering, a pathway to health, energy and the peace we all seek. I remain ever grateful for this gem!”

  • “Orleans Yoga Studio is unequivocally one of best yoga studios in New England. As a seasoned yogi, I can honestly say that teachers are knowledgeable, open, encouraging, funny and deeply rooted in an ancient practice that is available to anyone who walks into the studio. And did I mention the space is open, airy and spotless.”

  • “Orleans Yoga is a community where I stretch and strengthen my body and mind. I enjoy the diverse workshops and friendships that I have the opportunity to participate in.”

  • “At Orleans Yoga, Petra brings to the practice a deep understanding of yoga combined with kindness and discipline that integrates yoga and pilates with daily life. We are grateful to be able to practice and learn at OY.”

Petra at Orleans Yoga

OUR STORY

Founded in 2013

The story of Orleans Yoga is one of a true calling — to help people feel their best physically, emotionally, and spiritually through safe and sound yoga practice. On February 16th, 2013 this calling became a tangible entity — one you could touch, feel, breathe and stand within.

The very first class, held at our initial location at 148 Route 6a (we relocated to our current location at 85 Route 6a in 2015), took place on a bright, snowy, Saturday morning. Over a decade later we remain a steady beacon of light and haven for yoga on our beloved and rugged Outer Cape Cod, with a vital community practicing and studying yoga together.

We offer weekly classes, workshops, trainings, immersions with world renowned master teachers, and host global yoga retreats.

Boutique at Orleans Yoga

Retail + Boutique

Our boutique carries Manduka mats, yoga blocks, yoga belts, bolsters, and other accessories, as well as books, branded gear, and seasonally inspired yoga clothing.

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