Washington DC Yoga

Washington, D.C. Yoga Studios

Dahn Yoga

Dahn Yoga is located at 3106 M St. NW, and the phone number is (202) 298-3246. Dahn Yoga is “your path to a healthier, happier, and more peaceful life.” Dahn Yoga is a chain, with locations in various parts of the United States. Their main Web site has links to other locations, or you can call their toll-free phone number (877) HSP-YOGA.

Dahn Yoga offers classes including Dahn yoga, which involves stretching, deep breathing, and meditation, and Dahn Tai-Chi, which helps students learn to feel and utilize their Ki (chi) energy.

The first class of the day begins at 9:45 a.m., and the last class of the day begins at 8 p.m. Dahn Yoga has no list of their teachers available on their Web site.

Down Dog Yoga

Down Dog Yoga is located at 1046 Potomac St. NW, and the phone number is (202) 965-YOGA (9642). Down Dog Yoga is "Yoga with Attitude." Down Dog is the only studio in the D.C. area certified to teach Baptiste Power Vinyasa, a strong, flowing style of yoga that is accessible to most individuals.

Down Dog Yoga offers sessions such as early morning and "Power Hour" yoga, all-level yoga, and a beginner's series yoga.

The first class of the day begins at 6:45 a.m., and the last class of the day begins at 7:45 p.m. Down Dog Yoga has six teachers, both male and female.

Ashtanga Yoga Center

Ashtanga Yoga Center is located at 4435 Wisconsin Ave. NW and the phone number is (202) 342-6029.

Ashtanga Yoga Center offers classes in Mysor; "Introduction to Ashtanga;" "Ashtanga Basics, I, and II;" and "Open I and II."

The first class of the day begins at 6 a.m., and the last class of the day begins at 7:45 p.m. Ashtanga Yoga Center has five teachers, male and female.

Tranquil Space

Tranquil Space is located at 2024 P St. NW, and the phone number is (202) 223-YOGA (9642). Tranquil Space is a “nuturing, lifestyle-focused” studio where yoga practice is considered a vital part of everyday life. The Web site also features a boutique which carries clothing designed by the creative director/founder of Tranquil Space, Kimberly Wilson.

Tranquil Space offers classes such as express yoga; the "Sunrise Series;" "Penn Quarter Lunchtime Yoga;" prenatal and "Baby and Me" yoga; hot yoga; "Slow Flow" and restorative yoga; and Yin Yoga.

The first class of the day begins at 7:15 a.m., and the last class of the day begins at 8 p.m. There are sixteen teachers, both male and female.

Flow Yoga Center

Flow Yoga Center is located at 1450 P St., and the phone number is (202) 462-FLOW (3569). They embrace the 5,000-year-old idea that conscious yoga practice can transform individuals, both spiritually and physically, and allow them to uncover their own honor and inner wisdom. The center also notes, “On the lighter side, yoga is fun and practicing feels wonderful!”

Flow Yoga Center has a variety of classes, including the practice of Ashtanga and Jivamukti yoga; meditation; yoga fundamentals; "Harmony Flow;" and prenatal/mother and child yoga.

The first class of the day begins at 7 a.m., and the last class of the day begins at 8 p.m. Flow Yoga Center has eighteen regularly scheduled teachers plus visiting guest teachers, male and female.

Starting Yoga

As you can see, there are numerous options available to you as a yoga student. Depending on the type of yoga you wish to practice, your location, and schedule, you should be able to find a yoga studio for you.

Don’t feel locked in to any one studio. Sample classes at a number of studios before you purchase your classes. Some styles and classes may be better suited to your needs.