Purusha Yoga Classes

Explore, discover, and express your inner truth. Empower yourself and your community through the classical practices of Yoga.

Purusha yoga classes are carefully created with the guidance of classic philosophy: Sukha/ Sthirra, which means "full of bliss and steadiness." This “sweet & steady” approach is carried out in all facets of each class through the movement of the body and breath. It is through this conscious practice that one comes to connect with the truth within known as ‘Purusha’ or true self. We welcome you to come and explore, discover, and express your truth.

Community Classes (free yoga classes, open to the general public) :

Free Yoga in the Park - Saturday mornings at 11:00 am at the Botanical Gardens. Separate Kids' and Adult classes! Please note: Yoga in the Park is on hiatus due to rainy weather. We will resume on Saturday May 1st with a May Day celebration of kids' yoga and partner yoga along with our regular adult yoga - all levels.

Community Yoga class at Sports Basement Presidio - 3rd and 5th (if there is one) Sundays of every month at 11:00 am.

Purusha Soul Flow, a Hatha Yoga class at the Yoga Society of San Francisco to take you through the remainder of the San Francisco wet season and beyond!- Every Sunday morning at 9:30am - 11am.

The aforementioned community classes are donation-based; all proceeds will benefit the Purusha Seva Project's mission of providing yoga, health, and expressive arts to underserved and at-risk populations.

Purusha Yoga Lifestyle Retreat to be held July 23- July 28th, 2010, at Martis Camp (www.martiscamp.com). Please note: You must be a member of Martis Camp to attend

Purusha Yoga is built on the foundation of sound alignment principals, the flow of energy through the chakras, and specific breathing technique. We believe that every pose is for every body (there are just different 'versions') We believe that there is a natural progression toward the ideal (yet strive to keep it 'real') We believe there are no injuries when one is practicing yoga (loosing that union is the cause) We believe in giving students safe space, a comfortable place, and appropriate pace in which to stay connected We believe that within each of us there is a divine knowledge, a perfect teacher; a 'purusha'. We believe in sharing the journey and savoring the moments between.

All yoga classes are open to all levels. Options and modifications for beginners to advanced participants are given. Each certified, experienced and professional Purusha instructor has a keen knowledge of the human body and understanding of how to accommodate for typical concerns. Please consult a health care professional in a private setting before beginning any group exercise program. We strongly recommend personalized yoga therapy as a starting point for individuals with specific questions or concerns.

Many Purusha instructors choose to use music during the class. Music is a major catalyst to moving energy through all levels of the human experience. We think you will enjoy the uplifting world and familiar beats that we spin for you.

Class Descriptions:
Purusha Flow
An invigorating yet steady yoga flow that will inspire total body connection and ease of motion. All levels welcome. Beginners will be led gently and advanced enthusiasts will be given opportunities to deepen the practice. Each class includes gentle flow sequences as well as time to ‘be’ in some of the poses- new focus postures will be explored in each class and then woven into the flow. Focus and attention to proper alignment during flow is taught with specific and individualized attention for each participant. Conscious breathing and awareness of energy is encouraged throughout.

Purusha Raja
This is classic Hatha/ Raja yoga the way it was meant to be taught. In a holistic way that invites each student to utilize this ancient system to create a lifestyle that is optimal on all levels; physical, mental, energetic, and spiritual. The class includes contemplation, movement, breathing exercises, and meditation. Come and receive the deeper gifts of yoga that will rock your world and ultimately transform your life.

Purusha Core
Many somatic movement practices such as Pilates are based on the foundation practices of classic Hatha Yoga. Discover the depths of your core structural anatomy using bandhas (locks), pranayama (breath), and chakra (energy) to create new patterns of neuro- muscular education, posture and total body awareness and form. This class will lengthen, strengthen and realign you from the inside out.

Purusha Challenge
We invite you to take your yoga practice to a new place. We invite you to move your body in a different way through space. We invite you to challenge what it is you thought you could or could not do. We invite you to become a beginner again and approach this yoga class with an open mind and heart. All levels welcome, some knowledge of yoga or body awareness is suggested.

Purusha Samtosha
Samtosha is the Sanskrit word for contentment. This yoga class will provide you with everything you need and desire to create a spaciousness in your body and mind. From this place of deep openness and profound relaxation will come conscious rest and healing. In this class you will be guided slowly and carefully into restorative postures that will calm every system. Meditative cues and assistance will be provided to accommodate your needs.

Purusha Soul Flow
Move from your inside out. Inviting cues will inspire you to follow your inner guide for which direction, speed, and exact interpretation will be taken. You will learn to listen to the teacher within and allow your soul free reign to play and explore. There are no right or wrong ways to do the postures only opportunities to experiment and break out of habits of the body and mind while discovering and expressing your deepest desire for authentic movement.

Purusha Kempo Kick
Our Kempo Kick class introduces actual self defense techniques while also providing a kick ass workout! Set to music the moves are easy to follow yet carefully choreographed to work your entire body while stimulating your mind, focus, and inner awareness. Kicks, punches, blocks and traditional forms are combined to create a dance of martial art.