Stephen first encountered yoga in 2007, when he was still a teenager. Ever since discovering Iyengar yoga in 2012, he has embraced it as a lifelong practice, drawn to the discipline’s focus on precise alignment and mindful awareness. Stephen completed his teacher training at the Iyengar Yoga Institute of Amsterdam between 2017 and 2020, earning his Level 1 certification in 2021. In 2023, he deepened his studies with a stay at RIMYI in Pune, under the guidance of the Iyengar family.
Beyond yoga, Stephen is also a filmmaker, and PhD student in the Film and Digital Media program at UC Santa Cruz. His dual life as both an artist-academic and yogi informs his unique teaching style, blending intellectual curiosity with an embodied, experiential approach to learning. His classes focus on cultivating self-awareness, strength, and stillness, creating a thoughtful and supportive space for students to explore the transformative power of Iyengar yoga.
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If you are new to Stephen's classes, contact Stephen at stephen.lev.graves@gmail.com for more information. Drop-in for $20 or purchase either a series of 4 ($60.00) or 8 ($120.00) classes to get started. His Venmo account is @stephenlevgraves.
When: September 3-7, Wednesday - Sunday
Where: 1620 Seabright Av., Santa Cruz
Take Your Yoga Practice To The Next Level
January, 3rd - 10th, 2026
Registration is Open
Begin your 2026 with a week-long retreat at the spectacular yoga resort of Mar de Jade in Chacala, Mexico. Enjoy two yoga classes daily in their spacious studio with time between to relax on the beach, swim in the warm ocean water, go on special excursions including hikes, whale watching, ancient petroglyphs etc. Massages also available.
Cost is $575/person for yoga classes. Final payment is due by October 15th, please email Maya, if you have any questions. Accommodation and air travel are separate expenses. Workshop is open to students with minimum one year Iyengar experience. The workshop registration is still open.
