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
2026 Workshops & Events
April - May 2026
April
Full Moon
Wednesday, April 1st
Take Rest
Book Study – Buddha is as Buddha Does by Lama Surya Das
Saturday, April 4th – 11:30 am – 1 pm
$40.
Crystal Sacred Circle with Carol Gomes
A circle of light, energy and crystal wisdom
Thursday, April 9th – 5:55 – 8 pm
Suggested donation: $30.
Breath Workshop
Saturday, April 11th – 11:30 am – 1 pm
$40.
New Moon
Friday, April 17th
Take Rest
Your Golden Journey
Saturday, April 25th – 11:30 am - 1 pm
$40.
MAY
Full Moon
Friday, May 1st
Take Rest
Book Study – Buddha is as Buddha Does by Lama Surya Das
Saturday, May 2nd – 11:30 am – 1 pm
$40.
Crystal Sacred Circle with Carol Gomes
A circle of light, energy and crystal wisdom
Thursday, May 14th – 5:55 – 8 pm
Suggested donation: $30.
New Moon
Saturday, May 16th
Take Rest
Body Awareness Method with Chrissie Morgan
Posture & Presence
Sunday, May 17th – 12 – 4 pm
Kindly register directly with Chrissie’s QR code
Your Golden Journey
Saturday, May 23rd – 11:30 am - 1 pm
$40.
Full Moon
Sunday, May 31st
Take Rest
Full Moon
Wednesday, April 1st
Take Rest
Book Study – Buddha is as Buddha Does by Lama Surya Das
Saturday, April 4th – 11:30 am – 1 pm
$40.
Crystal Sacred Circle with Carol Gomes
A circle of light, energy and crystal wisdom
Thursday, April 9th – 5:55 – 8 pm
Suggested donation: $30.
Breath Workshop
Saturday, April 11th – 11:30 am – 1 pm
$40.
New Moon
Friday, April 17th
Take Rest
Your Golden Journey
Saturday, April 25th – 11:30 am - 1 pm
$40.
MAY
Full Moon
Friday, May 1st
Take Rest
Book Study – Buddha is as Buddha Does by Lama Surya Das
Saturday, May 2nd – 11:30 am – 1 pm
$40.
Crystal Sacred Circle with Carol Gomes
A circle of light, energy and crystal wisdom
Thursday, May 14th – 5:55 – 8 pm
Suggested donation: $30.
New Moon
Saturday, May 16th
Take Rest
Body Awareness Method with Chrissie Morgan
Posture & Presence
Sunday, May 17th – 12 – 4 pm
Kindly register directly with Chrissie’s QR code
Your Golden Journey
Saturday, May 23rd – 11:30 am - 1 pm
$40.
Full Moon
Sunday, May 31st
Take Rest
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. |
Diana & Your Golden Journal on Substack
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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. 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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