Isn’t It Ironic? The Real Numbers Behind Yoga Studio Profitability. A Conversation With Gina Ward.

Working in Yoga · Sep 5, 2025 · 1h 18m

This week I am chatting with yoga trainer, studio owner, and data maven, Gina Ward.

Gina ran some data for yoga studio owners, so she could better inform her yoga teacher trainees what the realities of studio ownership are like.

Wanna know what the data said? Yeah, I did too.

Take a listen find out.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. Studio profitability isn’t guaranteed

Profitability means revenue exceeds expenses—but 20% of yoga studios never reach that point. Only 25% are profitable in year one, while 55% take 1–5 years. Most studio owners earn less than people assume.

2. What studio owners really earn

52%…