I had the pleasure of attending Huma's Pranamar Retreat in Costa Rica! It was the best thing that I could have done for myself! I was scared because of atrophied muscles, but Huma assured me. I could stay in child's pose as much as I needed and there would be no judgment. I was very pleased to remember through Huma's very excellent Vinyasa and restorative practices, guided by her kind focused voice and explicit detailed explanations for breath and micro adjustments, that my body is strong and healthy. I was comforted by the bridging of her spiritual and physically therapeutic knowledge of yoga. The group contemplated her offerings of inspirational readings and fortified ourselves completely in the most gorgeous, lush environment imaginable. In particular to this retreat I will also have to mention she has raised an incredible son, Jonathan. With their giant hearts, He assisted Huma in making sure that every participant had everything they needed. :) I look forward to attending Huma's classes regularly in person and am extremely grateful for her free offerings online during this crazy shift (Covid-19). Her live videos are keeping me on the ground through sweaty yogalates, vinyasa and gentle/yin practices 2 or 3 times a day while in quarantine! I have so much gratitude that I connected with #humayogaandart read more

I would HIGHLY recommend Huma as a yoga and meditation teacher and specifically her retreats. In March 2020, I attended a 6 day yoga and meditation retreat led by Huma in Costa Rica. This experience was restorative, enlightening and lots of fun. Our group was a mix of people from all over the world and all different ages and skill levels. Huma created a friendly and inclusive environment which made everyone feel comfortable, whether they had come solo or with a friend or family member. In terms of the actual yoga, I have been practicing for over a decade and felt the quality of instruction was extremely high. Huma cares deeply about her students and really pays attention to their individual abilities and needs. In terms of the retreat more generally, Huma clearly put a lot of care into choosing the location. The resort, Pranamar Villas, was absolutely stunning, its employees were awesome and the food and refreshments were incredible. Huma also organized an optional excursion day to a waterfall, zip-lining and a nearby town which was beautiful and a ton of fun. Again, I would highly recommend Huma and her retreats. I definitely hope to attend another retreat in the future and look forward to continuing to practice with and learn from Huma through her virtual classes until then. read more

I'm a regular attendee of Huma's classes at Ra Yoga in Costa Mesa. I appreciate how her routines are equally intense and restorative. I was glad I had the opportunity to travel with her to Turkey to experience yoga in a new setting that I've always wanted to visit. The yoga retreat experience balanced wellness and cultural immersion. The twice daily yoga sessions were both challenging and rejuvenating, exactly what I expected from Huma's teaching style. Being a local, Huma brought useful knowledge to the experience. I attended curated educational excursions in Istanbul, Ephesus, and Kos. Highly recommend doing a Turkish bath while in Istanbul. Every meal was a great. Huma always knew where to find the best local cuisine. The logistics were seamlessly handled - both the hotel accommodations and transportation arrangements were well-chosen and comfortable. Highly recommend this retreat for anyone looking to deepen their yoga practice while experiencing Turkish culture through the eyes of a knowledgeable local instructor. read more

Huma's 8 day immersive yoga retreat in Costa Rica (March 2022) was a life-changing experience. The location, training, content, cadence and balance of the retreat were exceptional. It was clear Huma had done her homework. She guided us each day as we built on the foundation and concepts we were given in the first few days, and progressed through a very accessible and competent program, that was neither too rigid, nor too unstructured. In Huma's retreat, there was always room for personal space, each attendee did exactly as much or as little as they were prepared for, and Huma graciously accommodated every level and adjusted when needed. The retreat center, food and phenomenally beautiful yoga studio made for an incredibly comfortable, relaxing and inspiring experience. I recommend Huma's yoga retreat, her instruction, planning and execution, unequivocally. She has the capacity to accommodate every type of person, and create synergy and love in a group of strangers, who become family after a few short days. read more

I have been going to Huma's classes at our local yoga studio and find her sequence really wonderful and liberating. Her "flow and chill" class is one I never try to miss. If you're a fan of yin yoga, you'll love her yin sequence as it really opens you up! I (21) recently attended her yoga retreat in Costa Rica and gained a lot out of the experience. As a long-time yoga practitioner, this experience was incredibly powerful for my yoga practice both physically and mentally--and I made a lot of friends along the way. Her retreat attracted a diverse crowd from across the globe and of all age groups. The practice is inclusive to all experience-levels and she is present with her students needs and pace. Overall, the retreat served as a wonderful respite from the business of everyday life and opened my eyes up to new wonders. Huma is a dedicated yoga teacher and does a lot for her students. Her online yoga has been a savior to my practice amidst the pandemic & I'm lucky to have her as a yoga teacher! read more

Wow!! Ok so I have taken SO many yoga classes and Huma is the best and most knowledgeable yoga teacher I have ever come across. She honestly probably has one the most prestigious and impressive bios in Orange County and the moment you take a class with her, you realize that how in-depth her knowledge is not only about yoga and yoga philosophy but also about the human anatomy. I finally truly felt like I was in the hands of a true pro!! When I step into her class, I always know that I'll practice a safe, mindful yoga class. Her background as a yoga therapist totally comes through when she gives you the right modifications or yoga program based on your health issues. I leave her classes completely transformed not only physically but emotionally and spiritually. She is a true gift to the community and I am lucky to call her my yoga teacher!!! I have sent all my family and friends to take her class asap. Thank you for everything Huma!! read more

This was my wife and my first Yoga retreat. It was amazing. It was so well organized and so well planned, and everything went off without a hitch while staying on schedule. Huma is an amazing teacher and can cater to all levels of practice. This was an adventure to an amazing place. Besides all the wonderful yoga we were in amazing locations. The Hotel in Kaplankaya was fantastic. Amazing food and service. Once you are there to see and experience it then you will understand the reviews. It's so beautiful relaxing and special. Then we were in Bodrum which was different but just as special. The entire group was great. Everyone enjoyed themselves immensely. We recommend Huma's "Joy and Abundance," retreat 297%, It's that good. It was exceptional. You will return feeling like a new person. Namaste!!! read more

I had the pleasure to attend Huma Yoga Retreat last march in Costa Rica. It was a fantastic experience. The setting was unbeatable, beach, ocean breeze and sound when practicing and great sunsets for meditation. There were 2 practices a day, the morning vinyasa and evening restorative. Huma was a wonderful teacher, give tons of adjustments and help you make the most of your practice. Her voice and guidance was fantastic. I am not experienced yogi, and she made sure that I made the most out of my practice. In addition to being a great yoga coach, she is such a kind and wonderful human. I very much recommend any class or retreat that she organized. I am sad I cannot practice more often with her as we live in different cities, but follow her current on-line classes in Intagram. Thank you Huma! read more

I discovered Huma after a lot of trial and error, having recently moved to Newport Beach from New York and searching desperately for a new studio. It took me 8 months but so happy I finally found her at Ekam Yoga. I take her 90-minute vinyasa flow every Sunday morning and it adds some sanity back to my weekend. I also take her 60-minute hot vinyasa on Wednesday mornings. Her classes are challenging enough that I get a nice workout but also allow for me to relax and really focus on my practice. She is incredibly patient, intelligent, and inspirational. I even followed her to Costa Rica on a yoga retreat this spring that was phenomenally led and incredibly rejuvenating for both mind & body. So lucky to have her nearby. Cannot recommend her enough! read more

My husband and I just had the most amazing experience at our first yoga retreat ever which was planned by Huma and her team. Every detail was taken care of. We met the most wonderful group of humans on this trip. It will be a lifelong memory. We came home refreshed, relaxed, and committed to a meditation practice. Huma also offered a Primordial Sound training class. We're so glad we took it and highly recommend anyone on one of her retreats takes advantage of this offering. This retreat was at Blue Osa in Costa Rica. She offers retreats at other locations which we plan on joining. We can't thank you enough, Huma, Jonathan, Madisyn, and Jessica! read more

I've attended Huma's retreat in 2024. It was an amazing experience. the yoga with huma was great. she managed to cater to the varied levels of the students with such ease that no one felt left out. the instructions were very percise and clear. but at the same one felt comfortable to go one's own pace. the am sessions were more rigorous and pm sessions were more meditative. the location is also amazing. the food is out of this world. I enjoyed it so much that I will be attending again in Oct 2025. read more

Huma is such a wonderful and intuitive teacher. Even though it was a large class, I feel like everyone felt seen by her. I love her clear directions but also her encouraging words. I have learnt so much about myself on this retreat. On the Infinite Possibilities Costa Rican Retreat, we also focused on The chakras and it was an extremely moving experience. Huma guided us through the Primordial Sound Meditation course and I already feel transferred by it. Loved every minute of the retreat. read more

I've participate in Huma's retreat in Pranamar villas in beautiful Costa Rica on 8-13 March. That was the best time ever. As a yoga teacher to be, Huma way of teaching is very inspiring. She sees the student needs and wishes. The flow in her practice is great. She combines music and philosophy talks about yoga and life. Each participate can fing his own rythem in the class and find his own space. Very dynamic lessons. highly recommended Do yourself a favor and check her classes. Daniela. read more

I can't say enough great things about Huma as a teacher and a human! She radiates joy with her passion and deep understanding of yoga and the body. As a relative newbie to yoga I so appreciate her attention to detail. Small adjustments make a big impact! Her Costa Rica retreat exceeded my expectations. She and her team were consistently supportive of everyone's needs and limitations. read more

I met Huma when she lead a yoga retreat in Costa Rica. I had an unbelievable experience with her and the group she was leading. Huma has an integrated approach to yoga, and her knowledge as a yogi makes her an excellent leader. Her energy is commanding and her intelligence is inspiring. I will absolutely be sustaining my yoga journey with Huma. She is impressive. M David read more

Huma's retreat at Blue Osa in Costa Rica was outstanding! it was an amazing week connecting with others, learning new meditation techniques and really deepening my yoga practice. Huma is a compassionate and generous teacher, sharing her wisdom humbly and with clarity. I would recommend her retreats whole-heartedly. read more

Huma is a great yoga teacher. I have had many yoga classes with her and she is always very knowledgeable on all of the yoga poses. I always feel rejuvenated after her class. I would highly recommend her as a yoga instructor and you will not be disappointed! She is truly embodies the yoga teachings. read more

My husband and I went on the retreat with Huma to Turkey and Greece last year. It was amazing. The location was great. The resort was wonderful. The yoga classes were outstanding! In our free time we visited historic places, which are abundant there. read more

I've been doing yoga for years and have had many teachers. I must say that Huma is the best one I've had. Her presence, her instruction and her depth of knowledge about all the facets of yoga give her classes an extra depth. Thank you, Huma! read more