Pacific Ashtanga Yoga Shala
Dedicated to student growth, inspiration and health. In addition to our full schedule of yoga classes the Shala offers teachings on yoga asana (postures), breath practice, meditation and philosophy.
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Dharma Talk on Sunday is part of our semester studies and led by director and master teacher, Diana Christinson. The teaching includes a book study to correspond to the semester theme.
Pacific Ashtanga Yoga Shala is part a beautiful linage of yoga from Mysore India. The Ashtanga Yoga system synchronizes breath and movement and in a progressive series of postures. The practice is holistic in keeping the body, mind and spirit vibrant and healthy. |
Diana truly lives out her yoga! Not only is it a beautiful space to practice, but such a lovely community. You get to feed the body and soul at Pacific Ashtanga... - Mel |
The absolute best ashtanga yoga studio! Diana and her team are amazing and if you want a true, from the heart experience - this studio is a must! - Parisa |
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Thank you to our generous Shala community.
We raised 11k for the Children’s Education Fund
for Tibetian Children in India.
We raised 11k for the Children’s Education Fund
for Tibetian Children in India.
Upcoming Workshops & Events
Visit out Workshop Event Calendar page for full list of events and workshops
Walk for Peace - Community Invitation
Join us for the final day of the 108-Day Walk for Peace,
arriving in Washington, DC on Wednesday, February 11.
The Walk for Peace is a 2,300-mile journey from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington, DC, created to raise awareness for inner peace and mindfulness across America and the world. Led by Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara, a Theravāda Buddhist monk, the Walk for Peace is rooted in early Buddhist teachings of mindfulness, loving-kindness, and walking meditation. This simple walk has raised support and brought thousands of people together to stand in unity for peace.
Our Shala and our Ashtanga yoga practice are deeply inspired and uplifted by their walk and its simple, steady messages of peace and kindness. Join with us as we gather in person and on Zoom to walk together in spirit.
Everyone is welcome.
As the sun rises, we will begin this auspicious day in support of peace, gathering in shared presence through breath, metta, and silence, bringing peace into our own hearts and offering it outward to the world.
Walk for Peace Meditation & Breath Practice
6:30–7:00 am
A shared practice of breath, metta, and silence
We will light candles in honor of inner and world peace.
Please bring a flower as an offering of beauty, hope, and remembrance.
Following our gathering, our Mysore practice (7:00–9:00 am) will be open to everyone, all are welcome to join and practice for peace.
Peace begins with us
“Today will be my peaceful day.”
For more information:
Contact Diana at [email protected]
Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7145956447
Please email Diana for the password.
With love and gratitude,
Diana
Join us for the final day of the 108-Day Walk for Peace,
arriving in Washington, DC on Wednesday, February 11.
The Walk for Peace is a 2,300-mile journey from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington, DC, created to raise awareness for inner peace and mindfulness across America and the world. Led by Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara, a Theravāda Buddhist monk, the Walk for Peace is rooted in early Buddhist teachings of mindfulness, loving-kindness, and walking meditation. This simple walk has raised support and brought thousands of people together to stand in unity for peace.
Our Shala and our Ashtanga yoga practice are deeply inspired and uplifted by their walk and its simple, steady messages of peace and kindness. Join with us as we gather in person and on Zoom to walk together in spirit.
Everyone is welcome.
As the sun rises, we will begin this auspicious day in support of peace, gathering in shared presence through breath, metta, and silence, bringing peace into our own hearts and offering it outward to the world.
Walk for Peace Meditation & Breath Practice
6:30–7:00 am
A shared practice of breath, metta, and silence
We will light candles in honor of inner and world peace.
Please bring a flower as an offering of beauty, hope, and remembrance.
Following our gathering, our Mysore practice (7:00–9:00 am) will be open to everyone, all are welcome to join and practice for peace.
Peace begins with us
“Today will be my peaceful day.”
For more information:
Contact Diana at [email protected]
Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7145956447
Please email Diana for the password.
With love and gratitude,
Diana
2026 Workshops & Events
February
Full Snow Moon
Sunday, February 1st
Take Rest
Healing Bowl Sound Bath with Micah Sheiner
Saturday, February 7th
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
$50. (Cash or Venmo)
Sound Healing Training with Micah Sheiner
Sunday, February 8th
1 – 6 pm
$325. (Cash or Venmo)
Crystal Sacred Circle with Carol Gomes
A circle of light, energy & ancient crystal wisdom
Thursday, February 12th
5:55 -8:00 pm
Donation based - suggested $30
Lunar New Year Puja – Year of the Fire Horse
Bring your flowers to share gratitude
Sunday, February 15th
8:30 – 9 am
New Moon
Tuesday, February 17th
Take Rest
Your Golden Journey
Saturday, February 21st
11:30 am – 1 pm
$40
Body Awareness Method with Chrissy Morgan
Sunday, February 22nd
12:30 – 3:30 pm
Please register through Chrissy’s QR Code
Sunday, February 1st
Take Rest
Healing Bowl Sound Bath with Micah Sheiner
Saturday, February 7th
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
$50. (Cash or Venmo)
Sound Healing Training with Micah Sheiner
Sunday, February 8th
1 – 6 pm
$325. (Cash or Venmo)
Crystal Sacred Circle with Carol Gomes
A circle of light, energy & ancient crystal wisdom
Thursday, February 12th
5:55 -8:00 pm
Donation based - suggested $30
Lunar New Year Puja – Year of the Fire Horse
Bring your flowers to share gratitude
Sunday, February 15th
8:30 – 9 am
New Moon
Tuesday, February 17th
Take Rest
Your Golden Journey
Saturday, February 21st
11:30 am – 1 pm
$40
Body Awareness Method with Chrissy Morgan
Sunday, February 22nd
12:30 – 3:30 pm
Please register through Chrissy’s QR Code
Weekly
Breath Meditation and Intro to Ashtanga - Rotation of Interns NEW!!!
Wednesdays – 5:45 – 7 pm
Sunset Meditation followed by Intro practice
Fee: Drop-in - $25. (Cash or Venmo), 10S or Mysore students credit to your account
Yin Yoga with Dr. May Yacoob
Yin is a quiet practice that specifically addresses the fascia and connective tissue.
A beautiful complement to the Ashtanga practice.
Every Friday - 4:00-5:30 pm
Fee: Donations to pediatric clinic for uninsured children
Zen Meditation Circle with Gina
Zazen Silent Meditation
1/2 hour seated, 1/2 Discussion
Fridays - 6:00 -7:00 pm
Fee: Donations
Chanting Meditation with Timea
Repetition of mantra sitting in a meditative circle supporting each
other as we learn, chant & meditate
Second Friday of the month - 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Fee: Donations
Wednesdays – 5:45 – 7 pm
Sunset Meditation followed by Intro practice
Fee: Drop-in - $25. (Cash or Venmo), 10S or Mysore students credit to your account
Yin Yoga with Dr. May Yacoob
Yin is a quiet practice that specifically addresses the fascia and connective tissue.
A beautiful complement to the Ashtanga practice.
Every Friday - 4:00-5:30 pm
Fee: Donations to pediatric clinic for uninsured children
Zen Meditation Circle with Gina
Zazen Silent Meditation
1/2 hour seated, 1/2 Discussion
Fridays - 6:00 -7:00 pm
Fee: Donations
Chanting Meditation with Timea
Repetition of mantra sitting in a meditative circle supporting each
other as we learn, chant & meditate
Second Friday of the month - 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Fee: Donations
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Your Golden Journey Bookby Diana Christinson
A 45 day pilgrimage to personal transformation. Take a personal inward journey guided by Diana Christinson, an expert with 30 years of experience living and teaching holistic practices that invite more presence and mindfulness into your daily life. Your Golden Journey is a 45-day opportunity to spend 15 minutes connecting with your innermost self through daily reading, reflections and simple practices that will help you shift out of habitual thinking and doing, and create the life you want to live. |
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For over 30 years, Diana has guided students toward peace, resilience, and joy through yoga, psychology, and meditation. Some posts may make you pause and breathe, others may make you smile, guiding readers in discovering their most golden self within. Subscribe to Diana's Substack >>> #YourGoldenJourney #SundayIllumination #PathOfLight |
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WATER BOTTLE PLEDGEJoin us in our pledge to significantly reduce the amount of plastic purchased and discarded by using refillable, non-plastic water bottles and by avoiding the purchase of bottled water...
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DEAR JACK FOUNDATIONDiana Christinson has partnered with the Dear Jack Foundation as their dedicated yoga and breath work instructor for the organization's Breathe Now Wellness retreats serving young adult cancer survivors and their significant others...
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STORY OF USPacific Ashtanga Yoga Shala is more than a yoga school: since its inception in 2005, it has been a sacred space for people from all walks of life to practice. We support each other...
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