10/20/2026
🧘♀️✨ SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY SPOTLIGHT: SOUL MOON STUDIO! ✨🧘♀️
For this week's Small Business Saturday Spotlight, the Village of Bourbonnais is highlighting a local business that is helping community members find balance, build connections and prioritize their well-being. Owned by Emily Subach, Soul Moon Studio is more than just a yoga studio. It is a welcoming space where individuals are encouraged to show up as they are, embrace movement and connect with themselves and others.
Soul Moon Studio offers a variety of classes designed to support both physical and mental wellness. From infrared heated yoga and sculpt classes to mat barre and Pilates, the studio provides opportunities for individuals of all fitness levels to find movement that works for them. For those looking for a slower-paced experience, Soul Moon also offers non-heated classes, including Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga and chair yoga. No matter the class, the studio's philosophy remains the same: "Come as you are, we will meet you there."
For Emily, the journey to owning Soul Moon Studio began long before she opened its doors. Nearly 20 years ago, she developed a business plan for a fitness center that would focus on more than just physical movement. Her vision was to create a space that supported the whole person, mind, body and spirit, while encouraging meaningful connections with others.
That vision became even more personal about six years ago when Emily discovered yoga during a time in her life when she needed to feel more present and connected to herself. Through her practice, she found that the mindfulness she experienced on the mat began carrying over into her everyday life. Yoga helped her better understand her body, become more present and recognize the importance of making time for herself.
When the opportunity arose to transition from managing a previous business to becoming an owner, Emily knew it was her chance to bring her longtime dream to life. In 2025, she took ownership of the studio, renaming and rebranding it into what is now Soul Moon Studio. What began as an idea on paper two decades earlier had finally become a reality.
While helping others achieve their fitness goals is an important part of the business, Emily says the most rewarding aspect of ownership has been the relationships and experiences she shares with the studio's members and students. Creating a space where people feel comfortable, supported and connected has brought her tremendous joy.
For Emily, choosing Bourbonnais as the home of Soul Moon Studio was especially meaningful. Having spent 20 years of her life in Bourbonnais, she considers the community her hometown. Opening a business in a place filled with familiar faces and meaningful memories made the opportunity even more special.
Today, Emily enjoys welcoming both longtime community members and new faces into the studio. Since taking ownership, she has also had opportunities to collaborate with other local businesses, schools, the Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Bourbonnais through various community events. These partnerships have strengthened her connection to the community and reinforced the importance of supporting one another.
Just as Soul Moon Studio encourages its students to feel supported, Emily is grateful for the encouragement and support she has received from the Bourbonnais community throughout her journey as a business owner.
One fun fact about Emily is that she danced for 18 years! Her longtime passion for dance continues to influence her work today, allowing her to bring creativity, movement and a love for fitness into the classes and experiences she helps create at Soul Moon Studio.
For anyone who has been curious about trying yoga or group fitness but may feel hesitant, Emily encourages them to take that first step and attend a class. She believes that beyond experiencing a great workout, visitors will discover an environment where they feel welcomed, seen and encouraged to return.
At its heart, Soul Moon Studio is about more than fitness. It is about creating space for yourself, finding balance and building connections with the people around you. Through her passion for wellness and dedication to her community, Emily has created a place where everyone is invited to grow, connect and feel a sense of belonging.
The Village of Bourbonnais is proud to spotlight Soul Moon Studio and the positive impact Emily continues to make in our community!
To learn more about Soul Moon Studio, explore its classes and stay connected, follow along on social media!
443 S. Main Street, Bourbonnais
Facebook: Soul Moon Studio
Instagram: .studio
