Dari Love Sylvia teaches energizing and playful Vinyasa Flow classes in Oakland and the greater East Bay. Every student in the room, from complete beginner to more advanced practioner, can find a challenge in Dari's class. Individual needs are recognized and honored, with special emphasis on detoxification, strength, self-knowledge, prayer, and intention setting.
We can all achieve freedom and power through honoring our own inner-guru. Intuition is a skill, not a gift, and yoga is the path to connect with that source of truth, joy, and inspiration. Dari has trained with Alice Joanou, Dharma Mittra, Stephanie Snyder, Shiva Rae, Jane Austin, and her current primary teacher Rod Stryker.
We can all achieve freedom and power through honoring our own inner-guru. Intuition is a skill, not a gift, and yoga is the path to connect with that source of truth, joy, and inspiration. Dari has trained with Alice Joanou, Dharma Mittra, Stephanie Snyder, Shiva Rae, Jane Austin, and her current primary teacher Rod Stryker.
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We have converted all of the lingering class cards to class credits if we could read your name and match it to an email. All non-identifiable class cards are still at the studio, waiting to be picked up, loved, and converted. Your generosity will help us stay open through this challenging time, please pay whatever you are comfortable with.
Reviews (26)
Sydney M.
Jan 19, 2022
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Everyone should take Dari's yoga class! My partner and I are very much new to the world of yoga but felt welcome and accepted (regardless of skill level) by everyone there. The studio is incredibly cozy and provides yoga mats, blankets, pillows, and blocks if you don't have your own. Dari is awesome and provides a judgment free environment for her students- we will defiantly be coming back!
Jessica C.
Dec 27, 2021
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Loka Yoga is an amazing community led by the fabulous Dari Silva. It is truly a welcoming and inclusive space for all levels, body types, and ages. I have been beyond impressed with their adaptation to this pandemic. Currently Loka offers a large selection of classes almost all of which have a choice of live (distanced and vaccinated) or on line. This studio has been an essential part of my family's well being for many years and they just keep getting better and better!
Eric Kozak
Oct 04, 2021
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Robert O.
Sep 15, 2021
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Kendra D.
Sep 06, 2021
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Loka Yoga saved my sanity and body during the height of the pandemic in 2020. When Loka Yoga offered online classes, I was able to move my body and create a sense of community while in my home staying safe. The classes are gentle enough to not injure myself and challenging enough to keep me fit and strong.
Tereza Joy K.
Jul 09, 2021
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C. C.
Jun 14, 2021
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D. S.
May 28, 2021
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Loka Yoga is the perfect community yoga studio; great, caring teachers allowing students to practice yoga at their own level and safely. It is so very different from the chain yoga studios. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, Dari made sure we were able to practice via Zoom and it was almost as good as being in the studio.
S. P.
Jun 28, 2020
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I love the Zoom classes during COVID-19 shelter-in-place. I already loved the in-person classes, and now I can do them from the comfort of my home. It's nice to still have the feeling of a group class but without worrying about falling on anyone, anyone sweating on me (this never happened before but still kind of a weird fear I always have), and less temptation to compare myself to other more flexible people. I hope they keep doing the Zoom classes once shelter-in-place is over so I can do my favorite Sunday 9am class with Laxman when I am out of town!
Mitzi Lanius
Mar 27, 2020
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Adriane B.
Mar 09, 2020
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I tried a ton of yoga places around Oakland, many feel quite corporate and although I like some of the teachers it's usually not worth the expense or the crowding in the classes. So finding Loka was quite refreshing as the teachers are great, the studio is decent-sized and never overcrowded, and the prices are reasonable. I hate going to a studio and finding out that a class is actually heated without them telling you so, or there are so many people there that it's hotter than it should be, and this has never happened at this studio. I also get the feeling that all of the teachers really
K. L.
Oct 06, 2019
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I'd heard about Dari's studio from a friend. I showed up today and it was exactly what I needed. The instructor Ashlei was super patient and explained the moves with ease and comfort. I got the unlimited 30 day special. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to get an instructor who was so patient. Downward Dog is my favorite pose. Thanks again for a great paced class. See you next time
Namaste
Namaste
Joanne Barrett
Jan 11, 2019
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Dana Walsh
Jul 18, 2018
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AnnMarie M.
Mar 30, 2018
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Loka Yoga is one of he best hidden secret in the Laurel district area . The location is adorable and friendly.Had the pleasure of my work team and I enjoyed a restorative candlelight yoga taught by Amina . She made us first timers feel at ease her calming and soothing voice truly relaxed as an helped me connect with my breathing . I'll be back
Lisa Langlands
Nov 14, 2017
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Carrie A.
Oct 08, 2017
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Loka is a wonderful little locally owned yoga studio nestled between the Dimond and Laurel districts of Oakland on MacArthur Blvd.
I have been going here for 4 years now and have never had a class or teacher I didn't like. Everyone is friendly and low-key and it is a great place for beginners as well as more experienced folks.
There are both morning and evening classes every weekday and several classes on the weekend as well. No mat rental fees or other hidden costs, and lots of payment options (class passes, beginner's specials, online payment, etc.).
I feel lucky to have this
I have been going here for 4 years now and have never had a class or teacher I didn't like. Everyone is friendly and low-key and it is a great place for beginners as well as more experienced folks.
There are both morning and evening classes every weekday and several classes on the weekend as well. No mat rental fees or other hidden costs, and lots of payment options (class passes, beginner's specials, online payment, etc.).
I feel lucky to have this
Artnam M.
Oct 08, 2017
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What a gem of a studio! I have been taking Sunday morning Hatha Vinyasa with Laxman for several months and have reignited my love for yoga. He is deeply knowledgeable about yoga- both the physical practice and also all the philosophical underpinnings. He manages to make classes quite challenging but also very spiritually nurturing.
The studio is lovely. Simple decor, spotlessly clean, sweet touches like real China water cups and handmade eye beanbags. Easy parking and inclusive community. Students are all levels, shapes, sizes, ages and colors. No judgement and very welcoming.
I can't
The studio is lovely. Simple decor, spotlessly clean, sweet touches like real China water cups and handmade eye beanbags. Easy parking and inclusive community. Students are all levels, shapes, sizes, ages and colors. No judgement and very welcoming.
I can't
Gabrielle Allen
Aug 27, 2017
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I am so grateful to have found Loka Yoga, a place where Yoga is what it was meant to be. Uncompetitive, a space in time to connect to self and others through movement, breath, and meditation. The regular teachers very skillfully lead the classes offering many movement variations for people with different needs and skill level. If you are trying to decide where to take a yoga class you do not need to look further. Loka Yoga is the best place to be.
Matt Guziejka
Jul 06, 2017
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Feb 16, 2017
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Emily K.
Jan 22, 2017
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Frank L.
Jan 14, 2017
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This is a split review.
5 stars for Dana (Alignment classes on Monday evenings) because she is a true yoga teacher. Mindful, humorous, warm, and inviting. Notice how she touches base with her students before class? Or personally introduces herself to new folks? That's the mark of a leader building a community. During class, Dana teaches how each body part is to interact with other parts in poses. It's a holistic approach intended to promote sustainable and healthy habits. Not that "looking cool for a Yoga FB photo or gif" BS. Dana's masterful instruction allowed
5 stars for Dana (Alignment classes on Monday evenings) because she is a true yoga teacher. Mindful, humorous, warm, and inviting. Notice how she touches base with her students before class? Or personally introduces herself to new folks? That's the mark of a leader building a community. During class, Dana teaches how each body part is to interact with other parts in poses. It's a holistic approach intended to promote sustainable and healthy habits. Not that "looking cool for a Yoga FB photo or gif" BS. Dana's masterful instruction allowed
Jazzy Amina S.
Jun 13, 2016
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I'm fickle when it comes to rating a place of business w/ 5 stars, b/c there's always room for improvement. After 10 visits to Loka Yoga in Oakland, it deserves 5 stars, shame on me for not reviewing it after my 1st yoga class. I am cultured with a different experience each and every class I join. I discovered this place as I transitioned my move from Berkeley to Oak. As a long-time resident of Oakland, I would not have believed this place to even exist, without driving by it. Loka Yoga feels like a welcome house, randomly nestled in the middle of macarthur b/w diamond dist and Laurel
Leslie K.
May 14, 2015
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Adriana Fracchia Leigh
Nov 07, 2014
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