What’s Our Mission?

Open Up's mission is to teach mindfulness tools through movement and art practices that center people living with disabilities. Our programs are open to all who identify as having a disability and those who do not. They are for everyone.

See Our Impact

Through inclusive, engaging, enjoyable activities - such as yoga, movement, breath work, dance, games, and more - participants learn and explore new tools to help navigate social settings.

Our Programs

Open Movement

Learn about yoga movements

Open Schools

Accessible programming with schools

Honest conversations around wellness

Open Spaces

Open Stages

Mindfulness through improv and music

Open Training

Explore personal and collective growth

Testimonials

Ben Z.

A safe space that welcomes everyone to explore and express themselves. Open Up Pittsburgh creates the shortcut of a welcoming, actively calm spot that fits all abilities.
Kaitlyn Z.

Some strengths I see in Open Up are definitely the uniqueness of their classes and practices. I don’t think there are many places that offer yoga, improv, or music as a way to help navigate social settings as well as encourage movement.
Rodney G.

Open up is an inclusive environment centering their work around yoga , mindfulness, and people with disabilities. They have so many methods and programs that display this vision and that in itself is special.
Tessa K.

I love how mindfulness, whether through yoga practice or improvisational theater, has vastly improved my life. I want that for everyone who wants it. Growing and expanding what is possible within myself and with one another makes me feel connected to my vitality.
Marissa G.

The programming orchestrated via Open Up aligns directly to social emotional framework by providing a foundation for safe and positive learning all while enhancing all students' abilities to succeed in school, careers, and life.
April J.

I LOVE being so connected with people. The shared experiences with the community of people we work with is amazing.
Danielle F.

The partnership between Open Up and SLIP has created a community class for Deaf and hard of hearing older adults. Open Up’s studio provides a safe space for folks to come as they are despite their level of need.
Natasha M.

My favorite part about working with Open Up are the people. We have an engaging and welcoming staff and board. Their commitment to Open Up is inspiring.
Claudia G.

Everyone is very patient, understanding, and friendly to one another and can help answer any questions one person might have.

Get Involved

Classes are Free

Students laying down on a mat doing the butterfly pose

Yoga
Experience mindfulness exercises and adaptive movements.
Practice moving and breathing mindfully together as a community.

Group of students dancing with their arms raised

Dance Party
Come have some fun and dance away the stress.
Come move your body, listen to music, meet new friends and have fun!

Improv
Take time to interact with others through impromptu activities.
Interact with others through impromptu, imaginative games.

A room of professionals going through a guided mindfulness session with arms raised

Mindfulness
Practice calmness in a quiet studio with friends and peers from your community.
Learn how to successfully make mindfulness practices a part of your life.

Class Schedules