Shambhala Yoga & Dance Center

Brooklyn, United States

4.4

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20 reviews

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+1 646-651-2413
Website:
shambhalayogadance.com
Address:
367 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11238
b/t Washington Ave & Grand Ave
Crown Heights
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.3 miPark Place
0.4 miVanderbilt Av / Plaza St E
0.4 miEastern Parkway-Brooklyn Museum (2,3)
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Today

Today 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Open now
Local time (Brooklyn) 3:34 PM Thursday, November 28, 2024

Business hours

Monday 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am – 9:00 pm

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** Opening May 2014: shambhala east yoga & dance center at 1000 Dean, between Classon & Franklin. **

Shambhala is an intimate, non-​competitive, community-​oriented yoga & dance center in the heart of Prospect Heights. We offer Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative and Kundalini Yoga in addition to Salsa, Bellydance and African dance classes. With Community Classes (by donation) and sliding scale opportunities, in addition to our regularly priced classes (all classes are between $ 11-​$ 16), we offer affordable opportunities for people of all backgrounds to come together and, side by side, enjoy the deep benefits of yoga and dance. Join our email list to hear about upcoming workshops, specials and community gatherings!

History

Established in 2001.

Shambhala is an intimate, community– and family-​oriented yoga & dance center serving the Prospect and Crown Heights communities.

Reflecting the depth and diversity of our neighborhood, we welcome people of all backgrounds to come together and enjoy the deep benefits of aligning the body, the mind and the breath – whether it’s through yoga, belly dancing, salsa, or African dance. We recognize this path to the spirit is different for everyone. Our yoga and dance teachers come from a variety of backgrounds, passionate about their practice and bringing a unique perspective and approach that they share so generously.

Our guiding mission is to provide a small oasis of peace and comfort where we join with others from our community to breathe deeply, restore our spirits, and regain the inner clarity and balance to help navigate through and celebrate all facets of this sometimes stormy, sometimes exhilarating — but always interesting — journey of life!

Meet the Business Owner

Sarah S.

Business Owner

A teacher, yogi and longtime Brooklyn resident, Sarah is devoted to creating a haven for community with a supportive, friendly small-​town vibe.

Founded in 2001 by Cathy Calderon, Shambhala has long been a warm, welcoming space for practice and community gatherings. When passed the reins by her mentor in 2010, Sarah relocated the business a few doors down, creating a larger studio space with rooms for local wellness practitioners, and a boutique with items crafted by local and independent businesses.

The studio offers a diverse array of classes, workshops and community gatherings for all ages and backgrounds.

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20 reviews of Shambhala Yoga & Dance Center

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Place rating: 5
Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles, CA
I just took my first class here — a drop-​in class with Ruth T. I was the only student who showed up for the 4:30 class, and Ruth still gave me a full class, all by myself. I can’t say enough good things about the experience. First of all, her willingness to give an entire class just for me, and to put 150% into it, was wonderful. I received tons of helpful hands-​on adjustments, and the flow had a good balance of athleticism and connection to the breath, mindfulness of my exertion level, etc. I’ve taken quite a few vinyasa classes at many different studios and this was definitely one of my favorites. Ruth was a great leader and had, for me, the perfect balance of spirituality and physical prowess. I felt challenged with a couple of new poses but also spent good time flowing through the basics.
The class was in the newly opened Dean Street location, and the room was large and lovely. It seemed like it could fit a pretty sizable class and not feel cramped. There are also free mats to borrow, which was great.
I will definitely be returning, and I highly recommend Ruth as a teacher!
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
I love this place! The classes are great, the community is strong and not intimidating at all, and the people that practice there or teach are diverse in background, yoga levels, and age. I mostly seek out classes with Sarah Schumann, she has a knack for casually walking people through techniques that are difficult or new to them. Last week I went from a crow position to head stand and then back again– never ever thought I could do that! I’m going to check out the yoga for POCs tomorrow!
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
I was in town for 2 days from SF — I regularly practice advanced vinyasa flow at a «name» spot in my home town, so I know whats good — when I travel I usually end up in some random/​crappy spot and have almost stopped trying to find a good place — $ 25, 3 sessions of hard-​core vinyasa flow in a small studio w/​high end equipment — plus everyone who works here is awesome — this place is a home run
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
I love this studio. I moved to Brooklyn from Minneapolis a year ago, and in a city full of over-​priced, snobby studios, Shambhala has bee refreshingly warm and open, while providing top-​notch yoga instruction from teachers who are really committed to their students. I always feel like people here want to get to know me, take yoga seriously, yet don’t overwhelm me with preachiness about my less-​than-​perfect lifestyle. A great place for beginners and advanced students alike, and totally affordable!
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
This yoga studio is fantastic! The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and non-​competitive, and the classes draw a diverse group of people. One of the reasons I love Shambhala so much is that they have a great variety of classes and teachers with diverse styles. I have come to really enjoy varying my practice from day to day, and I like that if one teacher’s style does not appeal to me, I can always try a different class. I have been coming here for a few months now, and I haven’t even practiced with all the teachers yet. I am so happy that they just added more Iyengar classes! It’s also really great that they have donation classes — this helped me get back into yoga at a time that it would not otherwise have been financially viable for me to take classes on a regular basis. I am so glad I found this place, and I feel lucky to have such a good studio so close to my house.
Place rating: 3
Manhattan, NY
Attending both yoga and dance classes here, I would say the experience is totally ok and acceptable for a quick drop in class when you feel it’s time to move your body.
Receptionist was very sweet and overall it’s an uncomplicated and convenient experience without extras.
As long as the teachers are knowledgable and friendly, all is good. As far as injury prevention comes with teacher I haven’t practiced with before, I think it’s important to for each person to take full responsibility for their bodies, and for conducting a safe practice. This means listening to your body and not doing something that feels wrong despite of what a teacher says. If I don’t know them, their background or education, I’ll simply go with what my body tells me and use my common sense.
I’ll definitely come back — I live a couple of blocks away and am grateful this studio is around.
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
I have been to a number of studios in Brooklyn and Shambhala is my favorite… by far! Not only are all of the instructors fantastic, they are all different.
7am morning yoga with Sarah makes the days so much better. Sarah is also the owner and her wonderful energy that channels through the whole studio. That’s probably what I love about Shambhala the most… the energy. It’s a «no-​pressure, today you may touch your kneews, tomorrrow you may reach your ankles» kinda place.
6 starts to Shambhala. Or as my friends knows it as…“my church.” See you there. And remember, just breathe…
Place rating: 2
Brooklyn, NY
I understand that beginning teachers need to get on their feet somewhere, but the last two Friday afternoon classes have been a little ridiculous. Last week, the teacher had the students take full halasana and unsupported shoulder stand 15 minutes into class with no structural instruction, and then spent more time insisting the students make animal noises for each pose («see the frog, be the frog,» really?) than teaching.
This week the teacher changed the sequence on the left side so it varied largely from the right. Same teacher also gave an adjustment that dug into my adrenals in an extremely painful way and has left me in ‘recovery mode’ all afternoon. Shameful!
As a 15-​year practitioner of a variety of yoga styles, this is the first time I’ve left a studio two weeks in a row frustrated and out of sorts. Inexperienced practitioners beware!
Place rating: 4
Brooklyn, NY
Do you know how long i’ve made it my goal to go to an AM yoga class? It was my goal to go sometime this q1… and that eventually led to before Q2… and lo and behold, was able to make it in May. Daylight savings time helped, but so did having a yoga studio a block from your apt.
The space is great, cozy, and inviting. Though, I will admit, the yoga studio downstairs doesn’t have the best ventilation. There’s an AC but I’ve never seen it be turned on. though I don’t mind the breeze coming in from the door /​the fans… but I also enjoy 95 degree weather. I’m sure others will disagree
The studio offers a variety of classes (salsa, beginner’s yoga, baby dancing). I can’t comment on these as I haven’t been to too many of the not-​open community/​donation based classes as I have a studio I belong to elsewhere. Some of the teachers need a bit more help in class organization/​flow… but no serious complaints.
The studio does a lot of community events, e. g, yoga retreats and detox programs.
Place rating: 5
Saratoga Springs, NY
Awesome yoga class with Ruth this morning (7am, Wednesday). I don’t get to yoga as often as I like, but this class was a great reintroduction to the practice. We did a good balance of stretching, balance asanas, strength asanas, etc. The space was comfortable and you can’t beat the community classes (donation based a.k.a. pay what you can). I will definitely be back — I want to try out the dance offerings!
Place rating: 4
Brooklyn, NY
I’ve lived in the neighborhood for about 5 years. Prior to moving here, I lived in Williamsburg, where I was a Greenhouse Holistic junkie (went to classes daily for 4 years). Those of you who’ve been in Prospect Heights for a while know that Shambhala was basically the only local option for yogis (other than Bikram Yoga Park Slope, if that’s your cup of tea). So I was incredibly disappointed when the only studio in my new neighborhood was… well…disappointing.
After 5 years, I decided to give Shambhala another chance today and I’m glad I did! I have to say that I was impressed first of all w/​their new branding and re-​designed user friendly website — 2 easy ways to catch my interest quickly in this day and age. I went to a community class (amazing option, btw — suggested donation of $ 8 or pay what you can) taught by Sarah (who I think runs the studio) and it was a gem. I already plan to go back tomorrow, and honestly have a little bit of Prospect Heights pride over the fact that this business was able to turn things around and up their game. Nicely done!
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
Shambhala is moving to a bigger space soon! And not far from where it is now– just one short block away. (I thought it was a rumor, but a teacher just confirmed it.)
There will be more space for more mats (this will be amazing for the packed community classes) and the practice room will be on the second floor rather than in a street-​level store-​front, so it will be a bit quieter as well as warmer in winter. The coat and shoe area and front desk will not be in the same room that the yoga classes are in. This will be really nice!
Place rating: 4
Manhattan, NY
I’ve been going to Shambhala for about a year and a half. Jyll is an amazing and unique teacher. I would give her 10 stars if I could, and go to her classes as often as my schedule permits.
However, I’ve gone to a few other classes and they were just ok. One class had only 2 people and the instructor had me do a headstand in the middle of the room after I had admitted to not having done one in a while. It seemed she was spotting us both. Instead, she was not even paying attention and I fell and hurt myself. This is just careless, I would haven been happy to go near the wall if she didn’t want to spot me.
The studio is usually clean. Mats and props are provided, they too are usually clean. Although it’s been months since there were tissues, and it’s winter!
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
Took belly dancing classes here when I first moved in the neighborhood. Mariyah was the teacher and I really enjoyed the class. This place has a nice big studio, although the class was certainly filled up. I have never taken any yoga classes here, so I am curious as to how they might be.
Place rating: 2
Manhattan, NY
IF I go back here, I may change my tune, but this is my first review and it’s after one visit. The thing I noticed the most was how DIRTY this place was. The floor was filthy, and it made any kind of poses that needed to migrate off the mat, cringe-​worthy. Come on folks, you GOTTA clean your floors! I had to disinfect my mat when I got home — it was trashed with who knows what.
Place rating: 4
San Francisco, CA
Eight months after I originally reviewed this studio, I moved about a block away from Shambhala so now it’s my regular spot and I love it. I’ve had Jyll, Sarah and Angie and have enjoyed them all. Angie’s class times (currently Friday at noon and Sunday at 11am) work the best for me so I see her most often and feel incredible after every session. This is the first yoga studio I’ve been to in a long time where the flow of each class has improved both my strength and flexibility, not to mention my balance. Finally I’m at a place where I feel like I can eventually achieve side crow and forearm stand!
The insulation issues are a problem of the past. In fact, it definitely gets warm quickly so be sure to bring water, although they also have a cooler in the back. If class isn’t too full, you’ll get a head massage at the end and a soothing balm rubbed on your forehead — bliss!
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
I dropped in for the first time today on a 9:45a 90 minute restorative yoga class taught by Jyll. I found her and the other students very welcoming and friendly! The space was a little tight for the amount of people there, so if you like a lot of room you might want to see if there’s a less popular class time. Be prepared to get close with your neighbors! The studio provides blocks, straps, blankets and other accoutrement free of charge, which is pretty awesome.
Jyll is a great teacher — from the way she and the students were talking her style is usually a more intense but she definitely kept this class restorative. I found her very attentive and unafraid to get up close and personal to show you how a move is done correctly for your body shape and ability level. She led some Ohms but didn’t get too deep down into the spiritual stuff, which is great for me since I find all that kind of cheesy and distracting. I’d say this class is good for beginner-​to-​intermediate, but you should definitely have a basic understanding of yoga movements before you try this one.
Place rating: 5
Berkeley, CA
I always take a challenging Jyll class when Im visiting NY from my bay area home… well worth the lessons, encouragement and workout!
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
I have been back many times and it’s never been as crowded as those first classes I attended! I love the casual atmosphere at Shambhala and the truly talented teachers!
Place rating: 4
Brooklyn, NY
I just came back from the community class. get there early! It’s only a suggested $ 6 donation, so the crowds are packin in, maybe it’s just a January surge. The saturday morning community class is really for beginners (slow and relaxing) and the teacher was very calming. I’m trying out one of their more rigorous classes next week to see if I can get a real workout out of it.
** Update: I went to the Thursday night Vinyasa II class with Jyll at 7 pm. Whoa. She told me the class would be different than other classes and she was right! It was a fast-​paced, serious workout not for the faint of heart. I wasn’t used to taking a yoga class with such direct instruction and she had a serious focus on allingement. Jyll will get your butt in gear. The class was exhausting by the end, but it was a great workout and I will definitely be back.