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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!

VISIT SCHEDULE PAGE

Join Alice Kennedy and start the New Year by treating yourself to a restorative workshop designed to help your nervous system unwind and reset from the bustling Holiday Season. This special workshop is Sunday, January 11th, 1-4pm.

Register For Rest & Restore

TRE™ (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) Intro Workshop with Maria Alfaro

When: Sunday, January 25th, 2026, 1-3pm
Where: 1620 Seabright Av., Santa Cruz

Practiced by millions in over 40 countries, TRE is a simple, gentle and profound technique that facilitates the lengthening and relaxation of the psoas muscle and the release of physical and emotional tension and stress. The TRE exercises mildly tire the legs, triggering an involuntary shaking and trembling response, which begins in the legs and often spreads throughout the body. This natural response is the nervous system’s way of discharging long-held tension and unconscious body contraction, caused by everyday stress and traumatic life experiences, in order to restore the body to wholeness.

People can register by sending a $55 payment using this link and by specifying that that they are paying for the TRE workshop at YCSC.

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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