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Yoga Garden of SF
286 Divisadero, [at Page St]
San Francisco, CA 94117
Parking: street parking
Phone: (415) 552-9644
Hours: check schedule online
Services:
Exercise & Trainers
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Yoga
Review added 10/8/2008
After trying a couple of prenatal yoga classes in town, i finally found the Yoga Garden of SF. This prenatal class is by far my favorite one in town. The teacher is careful, thoughtful and really know what she is doing. The Iyengar style of yoga is detail oriented and they really focus on doing things right. The props helps the future moms to be well supported in the poses, avoiding unnecessary strain. I've been going there for more than 3 months there and it has helped me immensely during my pregnancy. highly recommended.
Review added 10/8/2008
This is such a fantastic yoga studio. The welcoming, friendly and relaxed atmosphere is coupled by a deep sense of dedication not only to yoga but to community and family issues as well. I have only taken the prenatal classes and they have been amazingly beneficial. The teachers are informed by BKS & Geeta Iyengar's teachings about pregnancy so this is the perfect place for pregnant Iyengar students to continue their study.
Review added 1/28/2008
Getting an hour to do something for myself is invaluable. I brought in my colicky five week old and didn't feel uncomfortable or embarrassed about his crying. Marissa goes to lengths to make sure moms and babies are comfortable. I don't feel self conscious and that really makes for a relaxing hour and a half.
Time is spent talking as well as yoga practice. I appreciate Marissa really taking time with each student to make sure we are really getting into our poses, are challenged yet not pushed.
The studio is warm and bright. Props, chairs and straps are used to maximize the poses. Yoga mats and blankets are provided. Babies can sit with moms, or on the blanket in the middle of the room with other babies.
My only complaint is that I wish more post-natal classes were available during the week so I could practice more often. But Marissa is very sensitive to new moms, their schedules and their energy.
Review added 4/23/2005
Castro Yoga just moved. It is now called YogaGarden of San Francisco. You can visit their website at Yogagardensf.com. I found the class a bit crowded, but it seems like a GREAT community of moms-to-be in the prenatal yoga class.
Review added 6/9/2004
Great classes where you can bring baby along.
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