Soma Yoga & Wellness
17 classes in the next two weeks with 12 facilitators.
17 classes this weekPlus workshops and retreats
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The feel
Compared with the rest of San Francisco, Soma Yoga & Wellness leans toward Yoga 5×, Flow 4.4× and Water 4×.
How Soma Yoga & Wellness feelsStyles, energy and times, against the rest of San FranciscoWho leads here
Char5 classes in two weeksJess4 classes in two weeksKaitlin4 classes in two weeksKatie4 classes in two weeksMeredith3 classes in two weeksBronwyn2 classes in two weeks
All 12 facilitatorsPrices and booking
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Prices, memberships and good to knowHow to book, what to bring, getting thereAbout Soma Yoga & Wellness
Soma Yoga & Wellness is a studio in El Cerrito, across the bay from San Francisco, where movement, breath, sound and deep listening sit at the center of the practice. Its schedule is built around flow, with vinyasa and all levels classes alongside slower options like Yin and yoga nidra. For anyone who wants to practice near the East Bay, it offers a steady, welcoming rhythm.
It suits you if
- you want flow classes built around breath and movement
- you prefer evening practice after work
- you are new and want to try several teachers first
At a glance
17classes this week
12facilitators
Read more about Soma Yoga & WellnessWhat the practice looks like, How the week runs
What the practice looks like
The studio's classes lean toward flow. Vinyasa and all levels flow make up most of the week, with Flow & Restore and Deep Flow for longer, steadier sessions. Yin Yoga, Restorative and Yoga Nidra offer a quieter counterpoint for rest and renewal.
Foundational Flow and Gentle Yoga are the classes most suited to someone building a first routine. Classes typically run about an hour, with a few of the longer flow sessions running closer to seventy-five minutes.
How the week runs
Evenings carry the most classes, with the busiest start times in the late afternoon and early evening, around 5:30pm, 6pm and 6:45pm. Midday and early morning classes make up smaller shares of the schedule, and a few classes start before 9am. Weekend mornings, especially Saturday, are another good time for a longer session.
The studio's introductory pass gives access to every class on the schedule, so a newcomer can test several time slots and teachers before settling into a regular rhythm.
Soma Yoga & Wellness: questions and answers
Where is Soma Yoga & Wellness?
Soma Yoga & Wellness is on San Pablo Avenue in El Cerrito, a short way from the rest of the East Bay. Its classes are held at its own studio, and the studio's website lists a range of yoga classes, retreats and memberships.
Is there an option for beginners?
Yes. The studio offers a two-week introductory pass for $59 that includes unlimited yoga and access to every class on its schedule, which is a way to try different styles and teachers. Its website also offers a free guide to help newcomers find the classes and rhythm that fit their week.
What kinds of classes are there?
Most of the classes are flow classes, with vinyasa and all levels flow among the most common. Foundational Flow and Gentle Yoga are good places for newer students, and Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra are available for a slower, more restful practice.
When do most people practice here?
Evening classes make up about a third of the schedule, and about a fifth fall in the morning. The busiest start times are around 5:30pm, noon and 6pm, and the busiest days are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Classes most often run about an hour.
Who leads the classes?
Char, Meredith, Katie, Jess, Kaitlin, Kristin, Bryan, Naomi, Miya and Bronwyn lead the most classes at the studio. The teaching team is a couple of dozen facilitators, so students can try different voices and approaches over a few weeks.