This month the New Moon is in Libra and it is in exact opposition to Uranus, the Great Awakener. This new moon will shake things, break things and encourage us to breakthrough the paradigms that keep us playing too small. This process can feel destabilizing and energizing at the same time.
Lately it seems that almost every week there is some new terrible event in the news that we must digest. Our minds and bodies are scrambling to make sense of it all, and the collective trauma is palpable. Amidst these struggles we have any opportunity to choose openness and transformation rather than fear and isolation.
On July 23rd, the dynamic new moon in Leo initiates us into eclipse season. On August 7th there will be a full moon and lunar eclipse in Aquarius. On August 21st, we will have a second Leo New Moon, and a Full Solar Eclipse! Eclipses come in pairs, and the space around them is a powerful […]
This 20 minute on-line meditation taps into the powers of earth and sky within you. Expand your consciousness right now in this very moment using pranayama, mantra, and mudra.
Begin the New Year with an alchemical journey of body and spirit to the magical land of Costa Rica. On this unique retreat we will awaken and remember the sacred connection between our bodies and the body of the planet.
The new moon in Gemini, occurring on May 25th, opens up a lunar cycle full of gifts and challenges. With both Mercury and Venus in their own signs, there is a great strength to be harnessed and utilized for ritual and manifesting work.
Join Sonya Genel E-RYT500 and a collective of special guest teachers for this unique opportunity to deepen your yoga practice and learn the essential skills to become a great teacher. Dive into powerful studies that combine the logical mind with intuitive flow, the scientific with the mystical traditions, and the conscious with the subconscious to unlock deep […]
Core Module 1 – Energetics: Prana Vayus, Doshas, Gunas A 50 Hour Advanced Training for Yoga Teachers with Sonya Genel ERYT500 August 8–13, 2017 at Yoga Garden SF At its heart, yoga is a process of transformation. But for transformation to occur, we need to develop a deep understanding of who we are on every […]
A fun and insightful interview I did with my friend Khristee of The Dancing Curtain for her video interview series.
I am super excited to share that this fun heart opening yoga class I filmed with Udaya Productions is now available for FREE on-line! Enjoy it here!
Join us for a deeply restorative weekend in the beautiful Mendocino highlands. Together we will take time to slow down, unplug, and relax.
✨NEW MOON IN AQUARIUS✨🦄🌀 On Friday January 27th, the new moon in Aquarius occurs at 4:07 PM PST. Aquarius is the visionary. Aquarius is able to see what others cannot: the bigger picture.
A New Moon represents the end of one cycle and the beginning of another new 28 day cycle. Sun conjunct Moon means all possibilities are on the table. You can rightly put yourself in the forefront of new plans for the future. Old habits, behaviors and beliefs can be questioned as you search for new […]
The stress and activity of everyday life is often found lodged in the tightness and discomfort of our hips. This workshop will delve deeply into opening the legs and the whole lower body. Much like a lotus flower, the hips cannot be forced or cracked open. But given the right set of circumstances and a […]
Join us for a heartfelt yoga practice with LIVE music followed by a nourishing meal. Step into a rhythmic flow of body and sound, heighten your senses, and finish feeling profoundly revitalized. Then enjoy a delicious bowl of organic vegetarian soup, lovingly prepared with a healing intention.
Yoga is a natural way to strengthen your immune system. The practice of hatha yoga really comes in handy during the flu season and the hectic holiday time.
Join Sonya Genel, ERYT500, and musicians Arasa Maram & Amber field for an evening of heartfelt yoga with LIVE music followed by a nourishing meal.
New Moon in Sagittarius at 4:18am PST on November 29th, 2016. ✨✨✨ Sagittarius governs intuition, wisdom, and the focus necessary to follow that higher knowing.
I have good news! Tomorrow, Sept 30th, we have a New Moon in Libra at 5:11pm PST! This moon initiates us into a month of forward motion, growth, action and expansion. This will feel GREAT after the last several weeks of working with the difficulty that the Mars and Mercury retrograde had us go through. […]
We are submerged in an emotional high tide right now and must be sure to take extra good care of our bodies and minds. On Friday, September 16th at 12:05 PM PST we will have a Full moon in Pisces with a Lunar Eclipse, closing this month’s eclipse portal.
Are you new to yoga and not sure where to start? Here are my upcoming Introductory level yoga workshops.
Join us for an evening of heartfelt healing yoga with LIVE music followed by a nourishing meal. Step into a rhythmic flow of body and sound, heighten your senses, and finish feeling profoundly revitalized!
Costa Rica is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful, powerful, and enchanting places on earth. Every time I visit there I encounter a radical experience and I feel utterly transformed. That’s why I am so excited to hold space for others to discover the power of this land in a supportive and intentional way
Do you feel the call in your heart to step into a new way of living? Initiate the New Year with a radical transformative experience…
These original Goddess illustrations were created by Sonya Genel and printed locally in SF on fun tank tops for your adornment and enjoyment! Get yours today.
I am thrilled to be offering beautifully filmed yoga classes for all levels on Udaya! Practice with me in the comfort of your own home at anytime.
I’m excited to announce that I will be teaching at the 2016 Udaya Live festival August 18-22 in Borovets, Bulgaria, bringing together world-class yoga and music, farm-fresh food, meditation, hiking and more for 5 days in the earthly and untouched beauty of the Rila Mountains in Bulgaria.
Alchemical Magic is in the air! Get your crystals and drums out! On Monday June 20th, 2016 we will have a very auspicious and magical occurance… On this day the Summer Solstice coincides with the Full Moon in Sagittarius.
In recent years, the physical practice of yoga has grown very popular and spread all over the world. But now yogis everywhere are ready for more than asana! The magic of Yoga lies within the integration of the practices: asana, pranayama, mantra, mudra, meditation, and more.
The summer solstice heralds the longest days of summer. It is an occasion to celebrate the light of consciousness within ourselves and all other beings. At this auspicious time, we invite you to gather with us for a nourishing day of practice, contemplation, and community.
This month is all about Mars, the planet that represents power, desire, drive, energy and passion. Time to stoke the inner fire!
How are your feet today? Taking a little time everyday to understand and love your feet, can go a really long way in improving your life! Most folks don’t think about the health of their feet very often, but the truth is the well-being of your feet does affect your overall health. Pain in your feet can […]
