Bikram Yoga College of India

Bikram Yoga College of India in Oakland, CA, offers authentic Bikram yoga classes led by certified instructors in a welcoming community setting. Owner Tony Carr is dedicated to preserving the traditional roots of yoga practice while providing a safe and soulful environment for students to enhance their physical and spiritual well-being. With a focus on unity and personal growth, this studio aims to reconnect practitioners with the spiritual essence of yoga, offering a pure and proven approach to this ancient practice. Located across from the Grand Lake Theatre, Oakland Yoga provides a space for individuals of all backgrounds to come together and experience the transformative benefits of Bikram yoga.Generated from the website

HistoryI began my yoga practice in 1996 as an undergrad. I was amazed at how yoga enhanced my focus, helped me sleep better, and made me feel in my body. In 2005, I completed my first yoga teacher training and have taught group classes and worked with individual clients since that time. My continuing studies and my work with clients have informed the tools and techniques I use to design an intelligent, safe and mindful program that weaves asana (physical postures), meditation, yoga philosophy, kinesiology and yoga therapy to create an evidenced-based approach to facilitate health and healing. My clients include pregnant and new moms and individuals in recovery from cancer and other chronic diseases. Many of my clients have difficulty in group yoga classes (for a variety of reasons) or can't find a class that works for their busy schedule. I love sharing the practice of yoga and seeing the transformation that takes place with a consistent yoga practice.SpecialtiesExperienced and compassionate yoga teacher specializing in therapeutic private yoga sessions in my studio, in your home or online. Each session is customized for your needs and includes restorative yoga, breathwork, guided mindfulness meditation and gentle bodywork. Private yoga sessions are ideal for individuals who want to practice yoga to support their unique needs. People living with chronic illness, injury or who are pregnant or aging, can improve their health with a yoga practice designed to bring their body, mind and heart into balance. With over 20 years' experience, Chanda has supported hundreds of clients in developing a regular practice, improving their health and enhancing their overall sense of well-being.