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.
If you are like most people then you don’t like to feel fear, anxiety, or sadness. But what if there is nothing wrong with having these feelings? What if these feelings are actually the keys to your most radical freedom and happiness? There is no way out, but there is a way through! It is a difficult […]
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 […]
I have heard many interpretations of the Sanskrit word Sankalpa. It roughly translates to “will, purpose, or determination” but I believe it can best be understood as an affirmation of intention.
Eclipse season is upon us! This is an ideal time for ritual, meditation, and internal clearing. Eclipses usually come in pairs, and the space between them is a powerful vortex time of transformation. Here is how to navigate the upcoming Eclipse portal in March 2016….
In this video, learn how to consciously engage with any yoga pose. This simple shift in your approach to foundation will profoundly transform and enhance your entire practice both physically and energetically.
I am so excited to announce my amazing teacher Sianna Sherman is coming to San Francisco on March 18th for Ignite Magic – a weekend of diverse and challenging workshops at The Pad Studios.
There are now more opportunities in more locations to practice with Sonya than ever before!
I love yoga for many reasons. Yoga is so much more than a physical practice. Yoga is the experience and understanding of the nature and meaning of reality.
Tonight at 8:48pm (Pacific Time) the Sun moves from Sagittarius into Capricorn marking the Winter Solstice. This is the longest night of the year, and the shortest day of the year. Tonight we steep in the rich Darkness, and sing for the return of the Light.
By popular demand I am now taking orders for my original design Durga Tank Tops! These shirts are currently selling like hot-cakes at select yoga studios in SF and now a limited amount will be printed for sale on-line. Order yours today!
Every Sunday morning this year, I have been holding a very magical Yoga with Live Music Space with my beloved Arasa Maram in San Francisco. Now we are so excited to announce that we will be taking this show on the road to Boston, MA!
Add these few Ayurvedic rituals into your daily schedule to help you stay healthy throughout the Fall.
Join Dr. Mike Lane, DC, and Sonya Genel, ERYT500, for a dynamic, informational afternoon of yoga and experiential anatomy. Learn how your daily habits, both on and off the mat, are contributing to your back pain and discover alternative movement patterns and solutions.
Its that magical time of year again. The air is crisp, the sweaters are cozy, everything smells of pumpkin spice, and the spooky decorations are up. I LOVE this season! But there is more to Halloween than costumes and candy. It is also the perfect time to turn inward for deep inner listening…
On the evening of September 27th we will have a Harvest Moon, Super Moon, AND Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse! It will be the last in a series of four eclipses that began back in 2014. This event signals a huge potential for shift of consciousness on both a global and personal level.
On Saturday August 29th at 11:35AM PTD the Full Moon in Pisces will be the first of three consecutive Super Moons—when the Moon is full at its closest point to Earth. Dreamy Pisces is a water sign which governs imagination, expanded consciousness, spiritual longing, and mystical experience. We’re also entering into eclipse season again in September, which means these energies will […]
Check out Sonya’s interview with Derick Van Ness on @elwpodcast! It’s all about following your intuition, trusting the flow, and building your life’s work from a place of authentic passion and service.
What if all women started looking to each other for inspiration, support, and truly wanting to see each other flourish? What if we said YES to our magic and shared our soul medicine with the world? Join the sisterhood now. Last Day to Register for Urban Priestess Mystery School is August 29th, 2015!
New Moon Blessings! At this New Moon in Cancer, we can plant the seeds of our deepest needs and desires, watered by our sense of self-love and compassion.
Summer Sale: Big savings on private yoga lessons with Sonya are available for a limited time. Save upto $240 before July 20th!
