Imagine yoga that meets you exactly where you are—no judgments, just space to feel and grow.
fat, black, queer owned and operated
Welcome to The Underbelly—a safe, inclusive space where you can show up exactly as you are. Whether you're exploring yoga, diving into meditation, or just curious about reconnecting with yourself, we’re here for your journey. Our classes are designed for real bodies and real life, rooted in self-acceptance, curiosity, and a touch of irreverence. Led by a small, diverse team of dreamers and doers, The Underbelly invites you to move, breathe, and find connection on your terms.
available on iOS, Android, Roku, Amazon Fire and any browser
WHO ARE THEY 👀
WHO ARE THEY 👀
FOUNDED BY JESSAMYN STANLEY AND MARY CARR
The Underbelly was created because we needed it. A space to heal and grow on our own terms. A way to come home to ourselves.
In Durham, NC, Jessamyn Stanley’s raw, unfiltered yoga videos sparked a movement. As a queer, Black, fat movement advocate redefining what it means to take up space, Jessamyn partnered with Mary, a former restaurant manager turned stay-at-home mom searching for adventure and purpose after life’s big transitions.
They followed a shared belief: the tools for transformation are already within you. Together, they created something bold—a space rooted in curiosity, growth, and self-acceptance.
Explore a practice that meets your body and your journey.
Try it free for 7 days—take up space!
Gain access to hundreds of yoga and meditation classes.
Easily search classes by difficulty, time/duration, pose, body focus, class type and pain points.
Enjoy curated daily classes and a custom monthly class schedule.
Practice on your favorite streaming platform: Apple, Android, Roku, Amazon Fire, and any browser :)
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$19.99/month
(that’s less than one class at your local studio)!
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Your path to self-connection just got even better—join today and make it a year to remember!
$180/year
INCLUSIVE AND WONDERFUL
★★★★★
“I've previously used free yoga videos online, and they never told me how to make adjustments for my body shape. I never felt acknowledged, and it was physically uncomfortable for me. The Underbelly was recommended by a friend and I'll never look back. Jessamyn has been the most wonderful instructor, and I love laughing occasionally in the middle of a flow. She cracks me up and shares how to make space for my body. I have never made so much use of a paid online exercise service - and I don't plan to be without it as long as it's available”
@SamLovesBooksNBrews
I LITERALLY COULDN’T LIVE WITHOUT THIS APP
★★★★★
“I decided to try The Underbelly on a whim after following Jessamyn on Instagram since before the pandemic. It was only after I started doing these videos that I realized why I hated the other videos.... couldn't see myself in the practice. I feel like Jessamyn truly SEES me. Everything that's in your head during a yoga practice, she gives a voice to! If the pose feels hard, she's gonna sympathize. If you're in meditation and have to fart, she's right there with you. There's so many different videos, I truly believe there's something for everybody. This app has turned me from a "once in a while" yoga practicer to an "every single day" practicer. No matter how my body changes day to day, Jessamyn is there to guide me through it every step of the way. Honestly the best monthly subscription l've ever had. I literally could not live without this.”
@Portalaur
FALLING IN LOVE WITH MY BODY AGAIN
★★★★★
"Long ago yoga became a source of pain, body hatred, and disordered eating. I left it behind and 18 years later I am coming back thanks to UB. My big, injured queer body is welcome, loved and finding joy and peace in movement and yoga!
Thank you UB”
@Raecdmx
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