Yoga Shala West — Attraction in Los Angeles

Words that describe Yoga Shala West: community, calm, small but mighty, balanced, individualized, rigorous, meditative. Words that do NOT describe Yoga Shala West: loud, sculpt, heated, branded. This is an Ashtanga yoga studio, meaning it's not your typical LA heated vinyasa class. We join in the mornings to do our individual practice, side-by-side, with no music and one-on-one mentorship from teachers Pranidhi and Meredith. There is not a set time for "class" - you come during the morning window at a time that works for you and practice the set of poses that Pranidhi or Meredith have refined with you. If you like being coached, if you're looking to invest long-term in something or develop routine, if you're curious about integrating meditation or pranayama more regularly into your daily rhythm, or if you're eager to develop a nuanced strength and flexibility, then this could be an amazing community for you. YSW also hosts regular sound baths, potlucks, retreats, and cleanses. It's truly a sweet and...

Been practicing under Pranidhi and Meredith at this studio for over a year now and I recommend it. If you are looking to level up your yoga practice from led vinyasa type classes to a more serious and authentic practice like Ashtanga (Ashtanga is the source of all Vinyasa Style Yoga), then this is the place for ya!

And unlike other traditional ashtanga studios, which can be very rigid, Yoga Shala West takes a more flexible approach to it, which I believe makes Ashtanga a lot more accessible

Both teachers are very knowledgable and give great tips that have helped me tweak and improve my practice and asanas. I recommend everyone try ashtanga yoga here for a month at least to understand how beneficial this...

Yoga Shala West is a true sanctuary to practice Ashtanga Yoga. The shala fosters a tight-knit community of people passionate to the practice and has been very welcoming to newcomers like myself. Pranidhi and Meredith have a vast wealth of knowledge and experience behind their teaching and their advice has helped me prevent many potential injuries in practicing primary series for the first time. Committing to the Ashtanga practice has had an immensely positive impact on my physical and mental health and Yoga Shala West has been the perfect environment for me to continue...