Here today at Grace Cathedral for a truly rewarding event. Yoga on a Saturday morning in a…read morebeautiful space with wondrous sounds for the 2nd Yoga for Change, raising funds for the Community Preschool. I've really enjoyed attending Yoga at the Labyrinth in the past but it's gotten too popular and therefore too crowded. This event allows me to indulge in a yoga practice within this amazing space again, with just a little more room.

Jessie Woletz Is a wonderful Instructor. She teaches Hatha and Restorative Yoga. No matter what…read moremood I'm in or how tired I am, Jessie's class makes me feel amazing. The positions change with every class, keeping it interesting and useful. She's Nurturing and attentive. I highly recommend it.

UPDATE: As of January 8, 2006, Nikki is no longer teaching in San Francisco. I guess only having…read more15 folks in the class is not such a good thing after all. Yogi nerd alert...if you don't do, like or want to hear about yoga don't read this, run away, run away as fast as you can. But if you do like yoga, and you're in the market for a teacher or just looking to try something new, read on... So here's my yoga story (mystical time travel fog rolls over screen) I'm 8.5 years younger and on the verge of having an early-life crisis. I am looking for any way to escape the insanity that is, what we now call "the dot-com bubble" and having the following conversation with a good friend Good Friend: "Hey, you are really stressed out and I'm worried about you. Maybe you should try some stress relieving activity, like yoga" Me: "Yoga? Are you kidding me? I may be from Fairfax, but I ain't no, hippie! Let's get another round of Seven & 7's" A few weeks later, noticing several things not working quite right with my body, I make a series of doctors appointments. During which, I have the following conversation, not once, not twice, but three times, with three different doctors to boot: Doctor: "The (insert symptom here) that you are experiencing, appears to be caused by stress. Have you thought about taking part in some stress reducing activity, like yoga?" Me to Dr. #1: "No, I don't DO yoga" Me to Dr. #2: "No, I really don't think yoga is for me, doesn't drinking reduce stress? Me to Dr. #3: "Well...maybe I'll look into it, on my way home from a bar or something" Hence, despite my hippie-averse ways, several weeks later I wander into a yoga studio that has recently opened in my neighborhood and into the the classroom on Nikki Estrada (McClellan at the time). I then proceed to get my butt kicked by one of the most challenging workouts I had ever experienced. I was hooked Alas, after a couple of years, the studio closed and Nikki started teaching exclusively in Marin. I soon found myself in regular attendance with Rusty, but after five years found that, although my spirit loved it, my body couldn't handle it (still miss him tho'). I took it down a notch with Steph (who I still see and love) but the damaged state of my hips and knees will not allow for such vigorous flow more than once a week. So I found myself in a yoga rut. Then joy of joys, Nikki returned to the city on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, with the opening of The Yoga Studio San Francisco. And even better, her teaching has evolved to the level of my practice. Nikki now teaches a Level 3 Vinyasa Flow that is vigorous, yet meditative, strong but slow, exactly what this (somewhat broken) body was looking for and as an extra, super, bonus there are never more than 15 people in the room. So, here's where the revue actually happens, if you are looking to do seventeen Sun Salutation A's, then B's in 30 minutes, then this is not the class for you. If you want to wow the folks around you with your full version of eka pada rajkapotasana, then this is not the class for you. But, if you are looking to deepen your practice and your breath, in a well paced meaningful way, you might want to check her out. Nikki is a real gem, who is loving and knowledgeable and may just offer something unexpected.

nikki is perhaps the best teacher i've ever had. she is fabulous. go to marin to see her, and…read moreexpect to move slowly and mindfully through a rigorous (but self connecting) flow class. she actually teaches YOGA ... doesn't use yoga poses as the format for an aerobics class.

I have taken Sueellen's class for 3 years. Benefits? Substantial! Here's why:…read more 1) local. I walk to class (9:30 am Monday through Thursday) at the beautifully restored Harvey Milk Center for the Arts. 2) more than my share of weekly excercise. I can't get enough! 3) all ages and body types. Everyone is welcome and no gym attitude. 4) did I say the hour long class starts at 9:30 am? Can't beat that.... 5) cheap! When is the last time you took an excercise class for $2 bucks? It's the best kept secret. *BONUS - try the class out for free and see if it is for you. *Go to "San Francisco Park and Rec" and check out Sueellen's class. You won't regret it.

Passport to Prana (http://passporttoprana.com/home.php) is one of the coolest things to happen to…read moreyoga since, well, yoga, at least here in the good ol' USA anyway. It's like yoga studio speed-dating. You buy the card for $30.00, and then you can go around the entire Bay Area checking out the different yoga studios and get a glimpse of how they operate and how they teach. Truth is, there are as many "styles" as there are people. And to many, yoga reaches beyond the obvious; it's not just an exercise program. There's more to it than that. But the interpretation of the "more to it" is highly subjective, and it really takes some seeking to find the right fit. These people are sharp. The program is brilliant. It benefits prospective students, it benefits our city's numerous studios, and it really gives all of us teachers a great opportunity to present what comes from our hearts. I signed our studio up as soon as I learned about it. The people are great to work with, set up is quick and easy, and the day after our ad went online, I had two new students show up for my 10:00 am Flow class. Love it!!!! It's win-win-win for everyone. Om Shanti! Clint

San Francisco is my speed. Yoga is my valium…read more Passport to Prana is my mood stabilizer. I signed up in the hopes that it would motivate me to try a few more yoga studios (and styles) and do a *better* job of exporing this beautiful city than I have thus far. And I love it. For a mere $30, I get to try one class at each of 30 different studios in the city (regardless of whether or not I've already visited that studio before) between now and November 31st. Plus, if I'm so inclined, I can hop over to the East/North Bay or Peninsula and check out a few more. It was easy to purchase (online), mailed to me within a week, simple to activate and convenient to use. I show up at a studio, flash my card and I'm good to go. Love that there are 4 bikram studios in SF participating, and can't wait to try all those crazy "power flow" classes that the cool kids talk about. I figure that, even if I only make it to 5-6 studios, I'm still netting out at $5 or $6 per class. Namaste.

Andrea is great! Her classes include an amazing balance of strengthening, stretching, relaxation…read moreand pushing your personal limits. I always feel very rejuvinated after her Vinyasa classes! She has a great personality - very easy to talk to and always positive and friendly. She is great at adjusting your poses to make sure you learn how to maximize each pose and reap the benefits of each posture. Thanks, Andrea!!

Andrea is such an amazing Yoga instructor. We are lucky that she comes to our office once a week…read moreto teach a class. She tailors the class to meet our needs and It's helped many of get fit! I was never sure I would be able to do yoga, but Andrea helped keep me motivated and little by little, I've improved my strength, flexibility, balance and breathing practice. It's amazing what yoga can do to improve your overall health! I highly recommend Andrea.