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YCSC offers classes in Iyengar-style hatha yoga from beginner to advanced levels, both in person and on zoom. Our approach emphasizes precise alignment and develops strength, flexibility, stamina, and balance. Through regular practice, students gain physical health, mental peace, and emotional stability.

Check our class schedule to find the class right for you!. Also we have a new studio phone number! Have a question for YCSC regarding classe - call 831-359-8750 for more information.

Located at 1620 Seabright Ave in Midtown Santa Cruz. This large studio features a spacious room with natural light and is well equipped with essential props. We encourage you to bring your own mat.

Become a Member

We are excited to announce that we have launched, a membership program! Membership cost is $100 annually, and can be paid by cash, check, Venmo, or Paypal. Checks should be made to Yoga Center Santa Cruz,  Maya’s Venmo, Paypal: mayal@cruzio.com, and cash may be given directly to your teacher.

Benefits of being a a member:

1.  Exclusive attendance to four Q&A sessions with individual instructors throughout the year

2.   Discounted workshops, including Kofi’s and Maya's Intensives

3.  Discounts on workshop and intensives, 10% discount on props and books

4.  And best of all, the confidence that you are providing a foundational support for your yoga center! 

 

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Kofi's Winter 2025 Intensive

Winter Intensive with Kofi Busia

When: December 17-21, Wednesday - Sunday
Where: 1620 Seabright Av., Santa Cruz

Member rate: $22/class for five or more, $25/class for four or less classes.
Non-Member rate: $27/class for five or more, $30/class for four or less classes. 
Join the Intensive with Senior Iyengar Master Teacher Kofi Busia! No better way to deepen and expand your yoga practice than this five day workshop. Kofi will challenge your body and mind to new levels of awareness and integration. Classes for beginners to advanced. Attending all five classes is recommended but even a few will bring benefit.

Levels 1-3, 4:30-6:30pm
Levels  3-5, 10:30-12:30pm

Register here.

New Class

New Intro Class with Mitra

When: Tuesdays, Oct 14-Nov 18th

We are pleased to welcome long time yoga instructor Mitra Tredway back to Yoga Center Santa Cruz. Mitra will offer a six week Intro Series for beginners and continuing beginners. Series cost: $120.

Register here.

Kalden Kho

Tibetan Sound Healing

When: Every Friday 7-8pm (Summer hours)
Where: YCSC, 1620 Seabright Av., Santa Cruz
Cost: Suggested donation $10-20 
 
Kalden will use his years of working with sound and mantra in Tibet to guide you to a deep space for healing, connection, and peace. Please wear layers as your body temperature drops during the sound experience. If you have them, you bring a mat and eye pillow for greater comfort. All levels welcome.

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Yoga does not just change the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees. B.K.S. Iyengar