Jonathan and Edith Troen moved to Austin in September and opened their yoga studio Nov. 3.[/caption]

After moving to Austin in September, Jonathan and Edith Troen did not just want to open a yoga studio—they wanted to create a sense of community.

Austin Yoga Tree opened Nov. 3, but yoga classes are only part of the business. The Troens’ goal is to offer an oasis where members can feel comfortable.

“We wanted to create a community center and sanctuary, an oasis,” Jonathan said.

The yoga studio doubles as a meeting space for the community to host events. Austin Yoga Tree also has a children’s program and is working to create classes for teenagers so anyone of any age can participate, Jonathan said.

Memberships cost $99 a month and include unlimited classes and two life coach sessions per week.

“The coaching work begins to open people up,” said Jonathan, who is a licensed life mastery coach. “They realize we all have the same fears, and we are the same.”