11 Yoga Classes in Washington, DC, USA

Call Betsy Paul for a free 15 minute evaluation. We will then schedule yoga classes that meet you where you are. We will do the poses and practices that are most important to you.

Stretch & Relax is for all levels of yoga practitioners focusing on basics of yoga, breath work and movement to help you build strength, confidence and grace in your body and mind. Offered at a more gentle pace to bring balance to the hectic pace of DC, this soothing class explores asana (poses) including standing, seated, twists, gentle back bends, and the fundamentals of sun salutations.

Poses and sequences are practiced with alignment in mind offering practitioners the opportunity to gain confidence, strength, flexibility but also incorporates relaxation techniques - great for stress relief and overall relaxation.

This class offers a mid-morning boost for yogis of all experience levels. Expect sun salutations and heat-building postures in the beginning of class, followed by a more cooling series in the end. These movement sequences will strengthen, tone, and open your body and mind, and challenge and relax you physically. As an all-levels class, there will be ample safe instruction and guidance for newer students, and more intense options for intermediate and advanced students.

This class begins with a centering meditation, breathing exercises and gentle stretches followed by a series of individual poses and final relaxation.

Mysore is a self-practice where you move through the Ashtanga series of poses as they were sequenced by Sri K Pattabhi Jois in India in the 1930s. The class is not led as a whole, instead, students are given personalized one- on - one instruction according to their ability. It is appropriate for all levels and all abilities - because it is taught directly to you in the tradition of parampara (succession of teachers and students).

The class structure is "open", meaning that you can have a flexible start time! Enter the studio when you like and leave when your practice is complete within the scheduled time.

Join us for this invigorating all-levels flow. This 75 minute class covers step-back sun salutations, standing poses, hip-openers, seated poses, twists, backbends, and basic inversions. Newer students can build a strong base while more seasoned yogis can take their chattarunga and backbends deeper with variations. Gain flexibility, strength, and stamina. Not recommended for brand new beginners.

Palates Mat Class focus on strengthening core muscles.

Kripalu Yoga is a compassionate approach with emphasis on meditation, physical healing and spiritual transformation that overflows into daily a Kripalu class, each student is encouraged to find their own level of practice on a given day by looking inward. The classes usually begin with breathing exercises and gentle stretches followed by a series of individual poses and final relaxation. It is an experiential path that develops deep awareness of the self while giving specific guidance in the physical aspects of yoga. Kripalu Yoga develops the body, mind and spirit in a compassionate and non-judgmental way.

BODYFLOW™ is the practice of Yoga, Tai Chi, and Pilates that builds flexibility and strength and leaves you feeling centered and calm. Controlled breathing, concentration and a carefully structured series of stretches, moves and poses to music create a holistic balance that brings the body into a state of harmony. This form of practice aims to reduce stress levels and improve your mental well-being. Active beginners are welcome to join this multi-level class. Both modifications and challenges to the poses are available to make the class appropriate for varying levels of practice.