Yogala Echo Park

Yoga Instructor

A dancer since she was 3, Samantha's thrived on a disciplined physical practice and expression through movement. After boarding school in New England, ballet gave way to yoga. Through the evolution from teenager to adult (college, a series of Hollywood assistant jobs, a marriage, babies and live on east and west coasts), yoga kept her feet on the ground and mind full of freedom.

Samantha's a student of Iyengar, Bikram, Sivananda, Anusara styles of yoga and now through the myriad of inspiring teachers at Yogala, she's incorporated many more styles into her evolving practice. In 2008, she completed teacher training at YogaWorks in NYC. Through her classes and the others at Yogala, Samantha is dedicated to offering a variety of ways for our community to grow together in health, healing, and happiness. Read more

5 recommendations

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    Polly G.

    Shared on yelp.com

    Worth more than 5 stars! Where do I begin? It always smells fresh and fragrant when you walk in the door. Wonderful small retail area with just the most tantalizing items to buy as gifts or just because you really need them. The greeters at the front desk are lovely, friendly, calm. And as for the instructors, I can't believe that at the end of whatever class I take, I realize that the practice was exactly what I needed. There are so many great choices here. Steve, Jessie, Tom, Serge, Adriana, Tanya, Meredith, Joslyn, Mindy and Jonathan. Take your pick, you will be glad you did. Love love love this studio.

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    Themie Z.

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    If I could give it ten stars I would! Yogala has been a home away from home where I have met the most beautiful people, deepened my practice in a way I didn't know I could, and has been a place for me to heal and renew. I love Yogala!

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    Ashley A.

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    I went to the candlelit yoga class and my mind was blown. Sam, the instructor, is very warm and positive. She came right over to me and introduced herself. The class was packed but, somehow, no one bumped into anyone (as far as I know). Not only could we go at our own pace but no one was shaming anyone....it was just a very powerful, accepting, inviting safe space. I'm in love!

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    Lauren Patterson

    Shared on goo.gl

    Great little studio on a cute street near Echo Park. Loved the variety of classes and kind service.

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    Jessica Lin

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    The best studio. Sound baths, aromatherapy sessions, and acupuncture!

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