The First Black Owned Hot Yoga Studio in Queens NY
Our Packages
We're proud to partner with Liforme, the yoga mat trusted by our instructors and used throughout I Am Yogi Studios. Designed with exceptional grip, alignment markers, and eco-friendly materials, Liforme mats help support every practice—from your very first class to your thousandth flow.
As part of our community, you'll receive an exclusive 10% discount when you shop through our link. Even better, your discount stacks on top of many existing Liforme promotions, giving you even more savings on the mat we recommend most.
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Gift Cards Available
Physical Gift Cards are available!
Meet the Founder- Lisa Robertson-Smith
Lisa Robertson is the visionary founder of I Am Yogi Studios, a Black woman-owned wellness space in Queens dedicated to making yoga and mindfulness accessible, culturally relevant, and community-centered.
With a background in psychology, finance, and entrepreneurship, Lisa created I Am Yogi Studios with a deeper mission: to provide a space where individuals—especially Black women—can reconnect with their bodies, manage stress, and prioritize their mental and physical well-being in an environment that feels both empowering and authentic.
Since its inception, I Am Yogi Studios has grown into more than a yoga studio—it is a movement rooted in healing, representation, and community. Through classes, workshops, school partnerships, and large-scale community events, Lisa continues to expand access to wellness across Queens and beyond.
Her work bridges the gap between traditional wellness practices and real-life experiences, using movement, breath, culture, and connection as tools for transformation both on and off the mat.
Meet the Team
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Dominique Fenner
Head of Global Yoga Retreats & Pilates Instructor
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Kayla Knight
Lead Practitioner, Reiki Master and Sound Healer
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Katya Joseph
Lead Practioner, Dancer and Maternal Health Advocate
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Marlon Miller
Practictioner and Spiritual Leader
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Jaytaun McMillan
Practioner, Marathon Enthusiast & Sound Healer
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Laura Henrius
Studio Manager