06/02/2026
In a city where people are constantly coming and going, one of the greatest gifts is creating a place where people feel they belong.
Whether you’ve been practicing with us for a decade or just moved to San Francisco and are looking for connection, my hope has always been that The Pad feels like a place where you can land, take a breath, and be welcomed exactly as you are.
When I took over The Pad, my intention was to continue nurturing a space where people could practice, connect, grow, and feel supported through all seasons of life. Reading these words reminded me how much that intention matters.
Deep gratitude for you, Sonja, and for every person who helps make this community feel like home. 💜
“The Pad has been my home away from home for over a decade. I discovered the wonderful women-owned studio when it still offered Yoga and Pilates classes pre-pandemic and loved both. Since Nicole took over the studio, I have been even more in love. The quality, the variety, and the different levels of classes and teachers are all truly amazing. But one thing that really stands out is the community. You come for the yoga and you leave with a family.”
Sonja Lutz
CMO & Mother of 2
Pad community member since 2014 💜
