Welcome to Yoga Loft LA
Our Vision and Mission
The Yoga Loft is a practical and unpretentious yoga studio. We welcome anyone who wants to explore the practice of yoga which is the connection of body, mind and spirit. We believe that yoga is for Every Body regardless of your age, body type or physical condition. Our teachers are passionate about teaching and sharing their knowledge with you so that you may develop your own yoga practice in a safe and comfortable environment. We keep our class size small so our teachers can give you the personal attention necessary to support you in your practice. Our class offerings are varied and are suitable for beginners and the more experienced practitioner. Serving the West San Fernado Valley in the same location since 1999.
Thanks to our devoted teachers and students the Yoga Loft has survived the covid pandemic. While our hearts go out to all who have suffered during these unprecedented times, we are also hopeful and encouraged that Los Angeles will continue its progress forward. We have been opened throughout the pandemic and we are continuing to offer a mix of in-studio and on-line classes. We are adding new teachers and new classes and events to the schedule so check back often to see what’s new.
To attend a class a reservation will be necessary. Use the Book-A-Class link on the Home page to see the current schedule, create an account, arrange for payment, and make a reservation. The Yoga Loft is currently offering a special “Welcome Back 5 Class Series” pass for returning students who have not attended a class since June 2021. See Schedule and Pricing.
We look forward to everyone’s healthy return.
Namaste
May the pure light of your spirit shine and guide you through each day.
We appreciate your on-going commitment to your well-being by including a Yoga practice into your life, we are continually looking at improving the ways in which we can serve you, if you have any feedback or suggestions please let us know.
Blessings from the staff at The Yoga Loft
Yoga Is For Every Body
Yoga is EVERYWHERE!
Magazines, TV commercials, your friends are doing it, hospitals are offering it, why even your doctor may have recommended it, but, you may say to yourself, I’m too old, too inflexible, I don’t have time, it’s too “woo woo”, or whatever! Yet, all of those thoughts are just fears.
So, what IS Yoga?
Contrary to popular belief, Yoga is not just for the young, super flexible, double-jointed minority hoping to reach nirvana (bliss) OR a waste of time! Yoga encourages mastery over the fluctuations of the mind and moves you onto a path leading to physical health, and mental clarity. With the current popularity of Yoga today, many people are going to Yoga classes ONLY to enhance their physical fitness but, that is not the whole story.
Although Yoga is NOT a religion, it is a discipline that cultivates the inner connection between the body, breath, mind and soul and will only enhance whatever spiritual path you are on.
Choosing the right style Hatha Yoga is the physical practice of Yoga and there are different styles. Some styles provide a rigorous workout by practicing powerful movements that flow from one to the next. In other styles, the postures (asanas) are performed separately and are held for several minutes depending on the person’s experience. Often “Hatha” refers to an eclectic mix of styles.
Benefits Yoga has been proven to be very effective in the treatment of many ailments including but not limited to improved circulation, flexibility, range of motion, bone density, and HDL (the “good” cholesterol) and digestion, as well as REDUCING stress and fatigue.
Finding the right teacher can be a hit-or-miss situation. Interview the potential teacher, ask about their background, length of time teaching, what style they teach and by all means if you have any physical conditions ask if they know how to modify the poses for your individual needs. Is the teacher approachable and willing to take the time to talk to you? Trust your gut.
The beginners beginning, The practice of yoga is very personal. It is a process where we are creating changes in our body, our mind and our heart. While a Yoga practice can expand your consciousness, the first step is to consciously make the choice to “step on the mat” so to say! And, although it may take some time (one class is not a good gage), it’s worth it YOU WILL FEEL BETTER!
Where to yoga, THE YOGA LOFT offers small classes that will fit into your lifestyle and be appropriate for your level of flexibility. Our expertly trained teaching staff offers extensive knowledge and direction in each class.
Realizing that the joy of Yoga unfolds over time, we encourage you to take several classes and try different teachers to find the right class for you. GIVE YOGA A TRY.
See you in class.