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.

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.

About Our Yoga Shala

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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PAYS in the Spotlight

Living from the Inside Out | Diana Christinson on Daily Ritual, Gratitude & Inner Awareness Ep. 12

In this episode of Who Are You Now?, Chrissie Morgan sits down with Diana Christinson, master yoga teacher, psychologist, and author of Your Golden Journey—a 45-day pilgrimage to personal transformation.

Diana shares how she shifted from fear to gratitude in the face of her father’s Huntington’s disease, how daily ritual can create resilience, and why living from the inside out is more than a mantra—it’s a way of reclaiming your power.

Upcoming Workshops & Events

Visit out Workshop Event Calendar page for full list of events and workshops

Workshop Event Calendar

Finding Hope

Pacific Ashtanga Holiday Party & Fundraiser for the
2025 Library Project for the Tibetan Children's Education Foundation

Save the date for a Tibetan themed holiday celebration at Pacific Ashtanga on Sunday, December 7, 2025 4pm - 7pm.

Enjoy Tibetan treats, a special holiday blessing from Diana, and a silent auction to raise funds for the 2025 Library Project for the Tibetan Children's Education Foundation (TCEF).

TCEF is dedicated to Finding Hope for the future of all Tibetans and works tirelessly to raise funds to educate and support Tibetan refugees. One of the foundation's primary goals is to ensure that the children receive a comprehensive modern education steeped in traditional Tibetan values and culture premised on compassion, non violence and altruism.

This year the shala is raising much needed funds to update and expand the school library - including educational, reference and fiction books - to further the students' education and enjoyment.

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Your Golden Journey Book

by 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.

Available on Amazon

Available on Pen & Publish

Diana & Your Golden Journal on Substack

Diana's Substack - Take a Look

Join Diana on Substack, where she shares weekly letters, simple mindfulness practices, and exclusive resources from Your Golden Journey.

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.

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