Yoga Shala of San Antonio

Yoga Shala and Slim Your Mind:I was nervous as the holidays approached. Every nutrition plan that I have tried in the past has never been able to serve me well through the indulgent days of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s celebrations. However, as the last days of the season came to an end, I continued to feel in control and at peace with my body, and more importantly, my emotional wellbeing around food. Instead of feeling guilt and shame about eating delicious tamales, sweet potato casserole, dressing and multiple desserts (all my favorites), I allowed myself to consume decadent foods with my family in celebration of these important times together. What was different, was that I now had the tools and understanding of how these foods affect my body. I now understand how to enjoy food for the purpose of connection with family and friends; while also understanding how to use the food that is best for my body to feel truly healthy from my gut to my brain and all the emotions in between.Like many, I have struggled with feeling comfortable in my body. My unhealthy misunderstanding of the connection between food and mood has plagued my life since I was a teenager. Janet and her Slim Your Mind program has lifted the fog for me and debunked all the many diets and nutritional plans that overwhelm our everyday culture. She explains in detail the chemistry of food and the physiology of how the food is used for fuel or stored in the body. Additionally, through methodical weekly lessons and easy food plans I was able to see clearly how my body best responds to different foods.Janet is energetic, compassionate and encouraging as she assists you on your personal journey of food freedom. With patience and grace there is a steady transformation of the brain, and soon the body begins to reflect the lessons learned for a lifetime of optimal health.There is no final destination. This is an ongoing process of maintaining balance of a healthy mind-body connection for the rest of my life. My consistent ashtanga yoga practice has definitely been a helpful partner through this program. In Kino MacGregor’s book, Act of Love she writes,To make any lasting changes in our lives, the system update cannot be only in the level of conscious thought. We will have to learn how to live and be in the body in a radically new way. Without the disciplined methodology of some behavior changeanchored in the body, we will feel overwhelmed with old patterns of the past.Yoga has become my “anchor” as I continue to work on changing old habits and subconscious thoughts that surround food.I extend my most heart-felt gratitude to Janet personally and her incredible program. I cannot recommend her genuine, loving, wise expertise enough! I am also grateful to Yoga Shala of San Antonio and its dedicated teachers and practitioners that together create such a magical home for personal transformation and continual growth.

I had the opportunity to take a couple of classes there, the place is amazing and the yoga instructors know exactly what they are doing! This is the real yoga. I will go back for sure. Especial recognition to Ana Hollis she wowed me, what a way to inspire you. I have been in other places but nothing like this one.

I've been practicing here consistently for a couple of years. Anna and Paulina have created an authentic space to practice yoga. I recommend the Shala to all my friends.

YSSA is a very special yoga studio in San Antonio.If you are looking to further your practice, or learn from scratch Ashtanga Yoga, this is truly the place you must come. The vibrations of the place are very special, and the teachers are world class.You will get personalized adjustments here, and learn the essence of Ashtanga yoga.I am grateful to Ana who has taught me from day 1 and gave me a love for doing yoga. The other teachers are awesome too! Paulina, Ana and the YSSA team, thankyou for teaching with dedication.

I've been doing this for 11 years and wanted to try something different. This yoga definitely challenged me on a different level. Every teacher has been incredible and the place and vibe is asking.

The teachers are amazing, great place to learn the traditional yoga and you can really see your progress!

Jennifer Shapiro is a knowledgeable, approachable, patient instructor who did great with a reluctant 13 year old.

Shala means ‘house’ in Sanskrit, a place where Ashtanga is taught. For those who enjoy challenges and structure, Ashtanga fits perfectly. Yoga Shala is a serious, hands on practice with excellent instructors. Only been 18 months since my double hip replacements and I am fully mobile and happy. Best forms of physical therapy, exercise, in a peaceful quiet environment for true learning.