Included in our space is renowned bodyworker Raul Castro. By renowned we mean voted best of Alameda numerous times, and has to-date, 67 five star reviews on yelp. He is a skilled healer and teacher of healers. Not your typical "spa massage" Raul's practice of bodywork is well suited for those experiencing chronic pain, injury recovery, and who are on the path of self care and emotional healing. For more information please visit his website at RaulCastroBodywork.com. You can book directly with him here.
We understand that part of inclusivity is reasonably priced classes and we have made that a part of our mission. Toward the end of keeping classes accessible, we also offer work-trade program at Leela Yoga. This could be on a regular basis or for one-off special events. If you have an interest in work-trade, please email lizawilt@gmail.com with Leela Work Trade in the subject line.
Signing up for a Leela Virtual Class for the first time? Follow instructions below.
A) Login or create an account FIRST :)
B) Check the boxes next to all email communication options. This is under Subscription > Management and you will only have to do this once. You must do this prior to signing up for class or you won't receive the link
C) Go to the CLASSES or WORKSHOPS tab and click sign-up. If you don't see the sign-up button,click here
D) You will receive the Zoom link as soon as you register. Please check your spam box if you don't see it within a couple minutes. Email right away if you don't receive the class link: leelayogainfo@gmail.com
E) To purchase a drop-in or package click here
• Please register at least 30min prior to class and click the Zoom a few minutes before class begins. You will be in a virtual waiting room until the teacher lets you in. If you need to leave the class during the session, you may have to wait til the teacher sees you in the waiting room to join again, please be patient. Email leelayogainfo@gmail.com with any problems and we will get back to you asap.
•• Advanced purchase and reservation is not required but it is recommended for classes at busy times such as weekend mornings.
Set in an historic train station building that is over a century old, Leela Yoga offers a wide variety of class styles for a wide variety of experience levels. Leela Yoga's mission includes instructors who are knowledgeable and friendly, with a variety of expertise, who truly live their practice. At Leela Yoga we welcome all humans with a conscientious eye toward inclusivity and body positivity. Our mission as a community is to take our in-studio practice and spread the benefits throughout Alameda and the greater East Bay. We regularly partner with Alameda non-profits and schools. We have been named best yoga studio in Alameda for two years running, have been featured as studio of the month by Athleta, and were partners in helping Seva develop their international Yoga for Sight Day. While we have a large presence and excellent reputation in the yoga community, you will still find that we are a low key, welcoming space, no $100 yoga pants required.