New Students · Maitland, Florida

Your first visit, made simple.

You do not need experience, flexibility, coordination, or confidence to begin. Choose the class that feels most approachable, or use your four-class introduction to explore more than one practice.

New student introduction
$50
Four classes

Use them within 30 days to explore the studio.

Get started →
Complete beginners welcome In-person + selected virtual options Minutes from Winter Park
Students receiving individualized Mysore-style Ashtanga Yoga instruction at The Yoga Shala

Choose your starting point

Start with what feels most approachable.

Your four-class introduction may be used to explore more than one offering. You are not locked into a single path.

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Best for complete beginners

Beginner Mysore

Learn yoga gradually with substantial individual guidance and no expectation that you already know the sequence.

  • No experience or memorization required
  • Begin with a short, manageable practice
  • First visit is approximately 45–60 minutes
See how Beginner Mysore works →
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Best for established practitioners

Mysore-Style Ashtanga

Practice the portion of the Ashtanga sequence you know while receiving ongoing individual teaching inside a shared room.

  • Flexible arrival within the practice window
  • Move at your own pace
  • Continue receiving guidance and education
Learn about Mysore →
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Best for intelligent low-impact movement

Body Mechanics

Build strength, mobility, balance, and coordination without jumping, running, fast choreography, or pressure to keep up.

  • Appropriate for beginners and returning exercisers
  • Low impact but genuinely challenging
  • Adaptable for different bodies and histories
Learn about Body Mechanics →
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Best for rest and recovery

Sound Bath

Settle into a comfortable position and rest while sound and vibration create a quiet, meditative environment.

  • No movement sequence to follow
  • No meditation experience required
  • A gentle way to experience the studio
Read the class description →

Four classes · Thirty days · No pressure

Explore the studio before deciding what comes next.

Try more than one offering or return to the class that feels best. Your introduction is designed to help you experience the studio first.

$50 Four classes for new local students Claim the Intro Special

Preparing for your first visit

Everything you need before you walk through the door.

Reserve your class, arrive a little early, and tell your teacher anything relevant to helping you participate comfortably.

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Register and reserve

Purchase the introductory offer through Glofox and reserve your first class.

View the schedule →
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Arrive ten minutes early

Give yourself time to find the studio, settle in, and meet your teacher.

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Wear comfortable clothing

Choose clothing that allows you to stand, bend, sit, breathe, and lie down comfortably.

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Bring a mat and water

Rental mats are available when needed. Bring any personal support that helps you participate.

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Tell us about your body

Share current pain, injuries, surgeries, pregnancy, balance concerns, or anything else your teacher should know.

Finding The Yoga Shala

Find the building—then keep going to the back.

The Yoga Shala
140 Circle Drive, Unit #4
Maitland, Florida 32751

The entrance is not on the street-facing front of the building. Continue around to the back of the property and look for Unit #4, directly behind the former Buca di Beppo.

On-site parking is limited. Additional parking is available in the former restaurant lot behind and beside the studio.

We would rather help you find the door than have you circling the property. Contact us if you need help finding the studio.

Map showing The Yoga Shala at 140 Circle Drive behind the former Buca di Beppo in Maitland

Common first-visit questions

A few things beginners often want to know.

Open any question for a quick answer. More detailed policies are available on our full FAQ page.

Do I need yoga or exercise experience?

No. Complete beginners are welcome. Beginner Mysore and Body Mechanics are both designed to meet you where you are.

Which class should I choose first?

Choose the option that feels most approachable. Beginner Mysore is best for learning yoga step by step, Body Mechanics is ideal for low-impact strength and mobility, and Sound Bath is the gentlest way to experience the studio.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move and breathe. Bring a yoga mat and water when possible; rental mats are available when needed.

What if I have pain, an injury, or another physical concern?

Tell your teacher before class about anything relevant, including pain, injuries, surgeries, pregnancy, or balance concerns. We will help you choose appropriate options within the class setting.

Can I use the four-class introduction for different classes?

Yes. You may explore more than one eligible offering during the 30-day introductory period, or return to the class that feels best.

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Reservations and cancellations

All class and event reservations are subject to The Yoga Shala’s 24-hour cancellation policy. Please cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time when you cannot attend.

Begin exactly where you are

You do not have to prepare yourself before you belong here.

Beginning is allowed to feel new. Our job is to teach you, answer your questions, and help you find a practice that fits.

Start with four classes. Explore without pressure. We will help you from there.

The Yoga Shala is a body movement studio with a specialized approach, customizing each client's class experience, based on their goals and needs. Our goal is to foster a lighthearted, non-dogmatic, warm and encouraging environment.

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