The shala is beautiful, and the space is inspiring. I dropped in while in town. Vance was so welcoming, and offered assists and gave great pointers. I HIGHLY recommend this place for anyone visiting the east bay, or frankly anyone within driving distance. Worth the trip. Hope to be back soon!
July 2023
I've been practising ashtanga yoga for around 15 years and I couldn't be happier that in my early 40s, I find myself in Berkeley with Vance Selover as my trusted teacher and friend, and the beautiful community he's created as my second home and emotional/psychic haven. For context, I've learned from many wonderful teachers in the ashtanga tradition, including David Swenson, Nancy Gilgoff, Matt Ryan, Kia Naddermier, George Whiteside, Jean Cho, Monica Marinoni, Katie Kehoe, Oni Ingber, Hamish Hendry, and the teachers at the Lino Miele school in Rome. After many years of leading group self-practice in New Haven, CT, I moved to Berkeley in summer 2019... read full review
June 2023
Once upon a time, an Indian yogi (yours truly), weary from the jump, skip, and hop of the modern 'Power Yoga', embarked on a journey in pursuit of the deep-rooted, serene traditional yoga magic. The end of my quest led me to Vance's studio, a sanctuary that vibrates with the authenticity of ancient yoga traditions. It's become a second home to me, a place that nurtures my soul's craving for yoga's profound subtleties.Vance is a remarkable teacher, conveying wisdom with compassion, affection, and delicacy, without ever resorting to forceful physical adjustments. His skill for understanding my body, its potential, and the guidance it requires... read full review
The shala is beautiful, and the space is inspiring. I dropped in while in town. Vance was so welcoming, and offered assists and gave great pointers. I HIGHLY recommend this place for anyone visiting the east bay, or frankly anyone within driving distance. Worth the trip. Hope to be back soon!
I've been practising ashtanga yoga for around 15 years and I couldn't be happier that in my early 40s, I find myself in Berkeley with Vance Selover as my trusted teacher and friend, and the beautiful community he's created as my second home and emotional/psychic haven. For context, I've learned from many wonderful teachers in the ashtanga tradition, including David Swenson, Nancy Gilgoff, Matt Ryan, Kia Naddermier, George Whiteside, Jean Cho, Monica Marinoni, Katie Kehoe, Oni Ingber, Hamish Hendry, and the teachers at the Lino Miele school in Rome. After many years of leading group self-practice in New Haven, CT, I moved to Berkeley in summer 2019... read full review
Once upon a time, an Indian yogi (yours truly), weary from the jump, skip, and hop of the modern 'Power Yoga', embarked on a journey in pursuit of the deep-rooted, serene traditional yoga magic. The end of my quest led me to Vance's studio, a sanctuary that vibrates with the authenticity of ancient yoga traditions. It's become a second home to me, a place that nurtures my soul's craving for yoga's profound subtleties.Vance is a remarkable teacher, conveying wisdom with compassion, affection, and delicacy, without ever resorting to forceful physical adjustments. His skill for understanding my body, its potential, and the guidance it requires... read full review