Your Body Knows the Difference & So Does Your Heart
Experience our Deep Yoga Method™ at Shine
Healing. Personal. Life Changing
Shine is trusted by healthcare providers, physical and behavioral health therapists, yoga teachers, and hundreds of yoga students.
All classes at Shine are taught using our Deep Yoga Method - our signature approach that combines anatomical intelligence with heart-centered teaching, evidence-based nervous system regulation practices with yoga’s ancient wisdom.
We Believe Yoga Is…
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HEALING
Not just for your body, but for your nervous system.
Our students come to us with physical injury, illness, and limitations. They come with heartbreak, anxiety, and sadness. They come exhausted and overwhelmed.
Our method prioritizes safety and sanctuary. The only way healing can begin.
“I came to yoga with debilitating postnatal anxiety. During the myofascial release class I literally felt the stress and bracing evaporating off my body. ” -Jess
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PERSONAL
You're never another body in the room.
Your teacher knows your name, your shoulder injury, your grief anniversary.
In our Victorian home, you're family.
“I am so struck by all the little things Shine does to make sure every person who walks through the door is taken care of.
I met with Sara before I started and I surprised myself with what I shared.
The meeting was supposed to be 15 minutes, but she listened for nearly an hour, then made a whole plan for me.
When she saw me a few months later, she asked me about my menopause symptoms and shared some resources. I feel so seen and cared for here.” -Andrea
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LIFE CHANGING
Thousands of years ago, yoga was about transformation, and for us it still is.
On the mat, we have small transformations. We face challenges—physical and mental. We practice being with ourselves and pushing away all the chatter in our heads and lives.
This is practice for off the mat. We want to empower you.
“ I don’t know what I would have done without Shine during and after my cancer treatment. Class is the most important part of my day. I’ve built the most wonderful friendships, I am strong, and healthy. “ -Michelle
Every Body. Every Level. Every Class.
At Shine, our yoga is deep and accessible. Every single class is truly all-levels. How?
We teach you to feel.
Your teacher guides you to feel muscles engaging and lengthening, teaching what each posture should feel like in YOUR body, not what it should look like on Instagram. This approach means you can adapt every practice to your needs on that particular day and grow a little stronger every day.
Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing chronic stress, or seeking your edge, you'll learn to work from the inside out. You'll grow stronger, more flexible, and more accomplished, whether it's your first class or you’ve been practicing for twenty years..
This is what it means to embody yoga.
“Shine Yoga’s space is peaceful and charming. I have attended 100+ classes. Each of the instructors I have practiced with has a unique approach with the same expert cuing, allowing me to relax and feel safe. As soon as I walk through the door, I feel calmness wash over me. I am so happy with Shine, Sara, and the other instructors and look forward to growing and practicing in this serene environment for a long time.”
-Teresa K.
You Deserve Healing, Personal, Life-Changing Yoga.
The Difference You'll Feel:
Science-Based Nervous System Regulation Every class integrates nervous system regulation. Your teacher understands the "why" behind each technique - how breath, movement, and awareness work together to calm your stress response and build resilience.
Specialized Classes for Deep Healing Beyond traditional yoga, we offer targeted classes like Pause, Rest & Remember, Myofascial Release, and Somatic Yoga - specifically designed for nervous system regulation, chronic conditions, and stress recovery.
Adaptive, Personalized Practice Your practice evolves with your needs. Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing chronic stress, or seeking gentle strength as you age, our 250+ hour Deep Yoga Method trained teachers adapt each class to support your journey.
Intimate Community, Lasting Transformation In our 11-mat studio, you're never anonymous. Your teacher knows your story, celebrates your progress, and creates a practice that serves your body, calms your mind, and nourishes your nervous system.
“I changed careers in my mid 40’s. Shine helped me realize I didn’t have to define my success through burnout. Shine was my touchstone as I redefined my life.”
-Erin T.
How do we deliver on that promise?
Every teacher is trained in the same transformative method.
The Deep Yoga Method
Shine is the Studio Where Science Meets Soul in Every Single Class
Every teacher at Shine is extensively trained in our four-pillar approach:
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ANATOMICAL KNOWLEDGE
Every pose taught with understanding of what's happening in the body
Evidence-based alignment principles
Adaptation for different bodies
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SUSTAINABLE PRACTICE
Teaching that prevents injury and promotes longevity
Understanding when to effort and when to ease
Practice that evolves with the practitioner
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MINDFUL ATTENTION
Somatic awareness in practice
Present-moment focus
Building internal awareness, not just external form
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HEART-CENTERED TEACHING
Connection over performance
Teaching from experience and compassion
Building community, not competition
Why Shine?
“People often ask me why I named our yoga studio Shine.
The answer is simple. When I practice yoga, I am lighter, brighter, and more connected. I’m my best self. When you are in our studio, I want you to Shine too.
After my cancer treatment, existing yoga wasn't enough. I needed something deeper - a method that understood both trauma and transformation. The Deep Yoga Method isn't just what we teach, it's how we help you come home to yourself.
Every day, we go deep into our hearts, our bodies, and our minds. We are after the deep stuff. The real stuff. The beautiful human stuff that yoga makes possible."
Sara, Founder & Creator of the Deep Yoga Method, Shine Yoga, and HEAL-Nervous System Regulation for Health Care Providers
“Last Thursday was a tough grief anniversary for me. I was looking for a sense of grounding & belonging which I found at Shine! The atmosphere was so calming & Sara was so welcoming. The historic Victorian home was stunning & provided a more personal experience.
-Brittany C.
The Deep Yoga Method is based in science. But the research that guides us is nested in sanctuary and support. The method is how we teach. Your growth and healing is why we teach.
What Happens In Every Single Class…
✓ Teachers Who See You "It meant so much to me that my teacher remembered that I had been ill and asked how I was feeling the next time I came to her class. She talked to me about modifications I could do and kept an eye on me in class, but more than anything, I felt really cared for,." - Lisa G.
✓ A Space That Heals "I was going through a divorce when I started coming to Shine. As soon as I walk through the door, I let go of all of my worries, anger, and sadness. The best hour of my week" - Meredith K.
✓ Transformation You Feel "I was looking for grounding & belonging, which I found at Shine. The atmosphere was so calming and welcoming. I was really burnt out and stressed when I started. I noticed pretty quickly that the calm I felt during class was carrying over into my life” -Andrea G.
✓ Knowledge That Empowers “I learn something in every class. What surprises me the most is the physical. As a physician and a yoga teacher, I thought I knew how the body worked. These classes are next level.”-Jennifer S, MD
Experience What Makes Us Different
“Today, I took a class that was a study in the shoulder. Both Sara and her lovely space are graceful and stimulating in ways that my cluttered brain and middle-aged body crave. She has deep yoga knowledge and respect for the body, which shines through in every class she teaches.
Classes with her are instructive, physical, and an experience- highly recommend.
-Melissa S, PA-C.
In a world of Instagram yoga and weekend yoga teacher certifications, the Deep Yoga Method returns to what matters: valuing expertise, paying attention to your body and mind, and giving equal attention to your heart.
Begin Your Journey to Feeling At Home in Your Body
Three Gentle Steps…
1. Start with Your Free Yoga Prescription
15 minutes with Sara ( Shine & Deep Yoga Method Creator) to understand your needs and create your personalized path—I want to make it easy for you to begin. We can meet in person, on Zoom, or even text. Sign up for your time and let me know what you need.
2. Experience the Difference
Try our intro offer: 2 weeks unlimited for $39. Feel what consistent, expert teaching does for your body and mind. Need one-on-one support first? If you have an injury, limitation, or just feel nervous about getting started, a private or small group session is a great idea.
3. Come Home to Yourself
Join our community. Watch as your body remembers how good it feels to move and how good it feels to rest. This is your place to land with joy, focus, and peace.
Just want to take a class? Of course!
Sign up for a class and see what you think. We can meet later if you want to .
Classes Rooted in the Deep Yoga Method
Every Class is an Experience Designed to Support You.
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
Awareness & Alignment Master how your body works.
Build strength through understanding. Learn techniques that make you stronger and more comfortable in postures and in your body, both on and off the mat.
Featured classes: Resilience, Ground, Pause
Breath & Flow Movement as medicine
Flow helps us express emotions, wake sleeping muscles, and unravel joy. Breath is our tempo and our practice.
Featured: Mindful Movement, Flow to Rest
Restore & Regulate Teach yourself to rest
We need rest, maybe more than anything else. These classes help you quiet your chattering mind and recharge.
Featured: Rest & Remember, Candlelit Myofascial Release, Somatics
Your Body Already Knows What It Needs, and Your Heart Does Too
In our sanctuary, with teachers who remember your story, and a method that meets you where you are, you'll find more than yoga. You'll find your way home to yourself.
Start with Your Free Yoga Prescription
Questions? Call or text Sara directly: 213-577-2181
Or simply sign up for your first class, you are always welcome here.