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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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Coming for Valentine’s Day!

When: Saturday, February 14th, 2:00-4:00pm
Member cost: $55 per couple
Non-member cost: $65 per couple
Individuals: $30

Maya is offering a Partner Yoga Workshop with assistant Talya Lutzker. For couples and friends who want to experience the delights of working together to deepen the postures. Partner work feels SO GOOD!! Singles welcome as well - individuals will be paired. Talya Lutzker has been studying yoga with Maya and Kofi and (other well known yoga teachers)for many years; she also teaches at Pleasure Point Yoga and is an Ayurveda practitioner, chef, and published author.

To register, email maya@yogacentersantacruz.com and Venmo: maya-lev-2 or cash/check to Maya To register, email maya@yogacentersantacruz.com and Venmo: maya-lev-2 or cash/check to Maya

Spring Intensive with Kofi Busia

When: March 11-15, 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.

Maya’s Tassajara Retreat

When: June 9 - 13, 2026
Where: Zen Mountain Retreat Center of Tassajara, Carmel Valley

This retreat will offer five days of yoga Tues - Sun. Two classes of two hours each day (one class on day of arrival and departure) in the heart of Carmel Valley at the deeply peaceful Zen Mountain Retreat Center of Tassajara. Students are welcome to join daily mediation sessions, soak in the mineralized hot springs or sweat it out in the sauna, enjoy walks along the creek, or take a short hike to The Narrows for a fun slide and swim experience to invigorate body and soul.

Maya will be managing the administration of this retreat (not Tassajara) so proceeds go to her for the entire retreat. The cost of the retreat includes room and board (three meals daily), use of all facilities, and the yoga. Transportation to Tassajara will be arranged, students may drive themselves (with appropriate vehicles for bumpy dirt road) or the “stagecoach” can be reserved. Space is limited in this retreat. To reserve your spot, please send $100 deposit (Venmo Maya-lev-2, check or cash also accepted).

Cost:

Creekside Cabins: $1975/ person double occupancy

Mountain Path Cabins and Yurts: $1900/ person double occupancy

Redwood Cabins: $1875/ person double occupancy

For Single occupancy or more than double occupancy, or for specific cabin requests, please contact Maya: mayal@cruzio.com

Refund policy: Full refunds minus $50 processing fee will be given if your space can be filled.

New Intro Class with Mitra

When: Tuesdays, Dec 2-Jan 6

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.

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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