New to Yoga? Welcome Home
You don't need to be flexible, strong, calm or "spiritual" to begin. You just need comfortable clothes, about 75 minutes, and a willingness to breathe. Everything else, a mat, props, and a teacher who will truly see you, is waiting for you in our sanctuary. Every body is welcome here.
What Your First Month Can Awaken
Most yogis feel the shift within three classes: a fuller breath, a softer back, a deeper sleep. By the fourth week, your standing poses feel rooted and your mind settles more easily into stillness. Our $49 First Month exists so you can discover this for yourself, body, mind and soul, with no pressure and so much love.
Where to Begin
Lotus Flow Basics is our signature flow slowed way down: mindful alignment, props, longer holds and lots of personal attention. Mon 7pm, Tue 11am, Sun 9am.
Hatha Basic Flow is heart-centered and trauma-informed, with gentle stretching and strengthening to build steadiness and calm the mind. Fri 12pm.
Gentle Flow + Restore is a soft, nurturing warm-up followed by supported sacred rest. Perfect if you're feeling stressed, sore or tender.
Community Classes are our offering to the neighborhood: donation-based ($5-25), all levels, nine times a week.
Not sure which is for you? Email us and tell us how you're feeling, and we'll point you to the class your body needs today. Full descriptions live on our Class Styles page.
Your First Class
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in, find your spot and gather your props. The door locks 5 minutes after class begins so everyone inside feels safe and held. Props are free; mats rent for $3 or come with membership. Let your teacher know about any injuries. Stay for savasana, it's the sweetest part! And linger after class for a cup of tea and conversation with your new Lotusland family.
Getting Here
Our sanctuary is at 1360 Valencia Street, between 24th and 25th Streets in the heart of the Mission. Take BART to 24th Street, the 48 bus to Valencia/24th, or the 14 Mission or 49 Van Ness to Mission and 24th. There are bike racks outside; parking is very limited, especially on Sundays. Every class is sliding scale, so you pay what works for you and keep yoga accessible to all.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which class should I take first?
Start with Vinyasa Basics, which moves at a slower pace with extra attention to alignment, or Gentle Flow & Restore, a gentle warm-up followed by supported restorative poses. Both are open to complete beginners.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes you can move in and a water bottle. We provide blocks, blankets, bolsters and straps. Yoga mats rent for $3 and are included with a membership. There are changing rooms, and tea, cookies and filtered water after class.
How does sliding scale pricing work?
Every class has a suggested price with the option to pay less when you need to and more when you can. Community Classes are donation-based from $5 to $25, and sliding-scale memberships are available through the form on our Prices & Policies page.
What if I arrive late?
Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to check in and settle onto your mat. In-studio classes have a strict 5-minute late policy, and the teacher locks the door for everyone's security.
Do I need to book ahead?
Yes, please reserve your spot online through our schedule. Many classes fill up and have a waitlist. You can cancel without penalty up to one hour before class starts.
Can I use ClassPass?
Yes, Lotusland is on ClassPass. Bookings made through ClassPass can only be changed or cancelled in the ClassPass app, so please manage them there.
Where do I park?
Street parking is very limited, especially on Sundays, so we recommend transit or bike. Take BART to 24th Street, the 48 bus to Valencia and 24th, or the 14 Mission or 49 Van Ness to Mission and 24th. There are bike racks outside the studio.
$49 First Month
New Student Offer
One month of unlimited in-studio and livestream classes, then $149/month. Cancel anytime.
I've enjoyed every class I've taken so far and I'm excited to explore more to help me get back on my mat!
Becky G.
Best yoga studio in San Francisco. Love, love, love this place and it's people.
Dana O.
