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Green Yogi Special: For New students, We now offer a Discount on your first class pass purchase. I started going here 5 years ago at the advice of my doctor due to all the aches and pains of sports. Yoga and Sattva have truly transformed my life--from flexibility to mindfulness, it has improved my life in so may positive ways!

It is a true yoga center and you get an amazing practice to boot. The instructors listen, explain why you are doing a particular pose, why you should be doing it in a particular way, and don't forget your root locks! And best of all, the aches and pains are gone! After practicing yoga at Sattva for several years, my osteoporosis was downgraded to mild ostopenia.
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For example: a Monthly Unlimited Pass purchased 1/15/2020 will be good THROUGH 2/14/2020, and needs to be renewed 2/15/20 to attend class 2/15/20 or after. All Class Passes and Gift Certificates have a 1 year start date expiry (student must begin using the class pass within 1 year of purchase). Create your student account to book classes and purchase classes online with your credit card.
Traditional style Hatha yoga done in a non-heated room. This class, like Hatha 1 Flow, incorporates moving the body with the breath. Standing poses, floor poses, breathing, relaxation and meditation are all part of the class. The sequencing varies a bit from class to class and is appropriate for beginners of all ages and those recovering from an injury.
You do not need to register to attend class, however the check-in process will go faster if you create a Karmasoft account and sign a one-time waiver prior to attending class. Arrive early to class to get signed in, acquainted with the studio, set up your mat, and meet the teacher. There is no individual class registration as in the past.
Established in 2002, our center is located in a stunning building near the corner of Centre City Parkway and Grand Avenue in Escondido, California. We are open 7 days a week and offer yoga classes for all levels, as well as yoga inversion swings, meditation, and strength and conditioning training. Sattva Yoga Center (formerly Sattva Fitness Yoga Center) was founded in 2002 by Darlene Jacobsen and Rached Maalouf.
Taught by Rached Maalouf, the co-founder of Sattva Fitness, this 30-minute daily routine brings strength, flexibility, openness, enhanced vitality, and the ability to focus in the present. Suitable for all levels. Manduka PRO yoga mat - premium 6mm thick mat, eco friendly, oeko-tex certified, and free of all chemicals.
Reviews (17)
Kayla Jens
Kayla Jens
Mar 30, 2020
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Their online offerings during the COVID-19 are so beneficial to communities outside of San Diego. The instructors are adaptable and caring, the space is beautiful and we're lucky to have them as a resource.
Elisa Kvitky
Elisa Kvitky
Mar 20, 2020
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Sattva Yoga Center is wonderful! The instruction is exceptional, the yoga is authentic, and the teachers show you proper form without any dogma or pressure to go beyond your limits.
Rebecca Hegemann
Rebecca Hegemann
Jan 27, 2020
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Rached is a masterful yoga teacher with a sense of humor. He loves teaching yoga and is very dedicated to his craft.
Michele S.
Michele S.
Jul 06, 2019
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Wonderful studio with a variety of classes, great people and excellent teachers; supportive, non-competitive environment to do your practice, learn and grow.
Chelsea P.
Chelsea P.
Aug 14, 2018
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My 62 year old mother decided she wanted to start doing yoga, but was apprehensive about beginning. I researched yoga studios in Escondido and had previously heard good things about Sattva. We decided to go to the beginners class as neither have us have practiced yoga before and it was an awesome experience. We walked in and told Rached it was our first time and he walked us through the entire process. During the class he was constantly moving about the room and adjusting the students positions. I think Rached could tell my mom was nervous so he paid close attention to her during the class and
Palak Raina
Palak Raina
Jul 25, 2018
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The whole ambience is quite awesome. Trainers here are professional and guide very well. Shaz gave me apt councelling and sujit is providing me with a very good training.
Cheryl Ferlatte
Cheryl Ferlatte
Dec 11, 2017
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The instruction on Hatha Yoga that occurs at Sattva Fitness and the interactions with all who are a part of Sattva Fitness inspires a curiosity to learn and a desire for one to work to be at one's best.
Anya N.
Anya N.
Jul 12, 2017
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I reviewed several yoga places in town and decided to go to Sattva Fitness. I am glad I did! It is great, and they offer a variety of classes that you can take throughout the week. The instructors are fantastic, and the owner, Rached, is an authentic yogi. He is an amazing person too!

My favorite classes are power yoga with or without straps, and Hatha. I am still relatively new to the practice, and I am still learning the basics, but I have jumped right in as I am pretty athletic and have taken advanced classes. Regardless of your level, all of the instructors will work with you to make
Tiffany Z.
Tiffany Z.
Feb 10, 2017
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This yoga studio is truely a gem. Rached is an amazing teacher and really took me to the next level in my yoga practice. His attention to detail and alignment is amazing. My favorite is his ashtanga class. My only regret is moving too far from Escondido, I haven't found another studio that compares!
Cat H.
Cat H.
Sep 29, 2016
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I started going here 5 years ago at the advice of my doctor due to all the aches and pains of sports. Yoga and Sattva have truly transformed my life - from flexibility, to mindfulness, it has improved my life is so may positive ways! Rached is fantastic as is Junko. It is a true yoga center and you get an amazing practice to boot. The instructors listen, explain why you are doing a particular pose, why you should be doing it in a particular way, and don't forget your root locks!

And best of all, the aches and pains are gone! Great place to practice yoga!
Elisa T.
Elisa T.
Feb 29, 2016
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My favorite place to do yoga. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. The teachers are very knowledgeable and calm to be around. I'm becomming more aware of my posture from my feet up and realizing not only physical pains but emotional pains I've been hanging on to that no longer serve me. I can let go and it feels like home. Can't wait wait to wake daily and be here.
Rae Holton
Rae Holton
Aug 15, 2015
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Absolutely my favorite yoga studio. Rached's approach to teaching is so wonderful. He is both patient and kind while making sure your alignment is good and pushing you a little farther so that you get the most out of your practice. I only wish it was closer to my home and business so I could go more often! Do yourself a favor and check out Sattva Fitness!
Diana S.
Diana S.
Jun 04, 2015
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If you are seeking some of the most authentic and dedicated Ashtanga you will surely find it here. Rached has so much respect and knowledge to share with his students everyone will benefit from stepping foot in this studio. Classes offer an opportunity to deeply connect the mind and body as well as functionally supporting your health and fitness. Beginners or Ashtanga experts alike, this studio is the real deal.
Anita N.
Anita N.
Jan 16, 2014
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This is a beautiful facility, with a welcoming community and excellent teachers. The owner, Rached Maalouf, offers a rare blend of skill, strength, compassion, and the ability to guide and inspire students.
Nikki L.
Nikki L.
Jun 04, 2011
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I have been doing yoga all over for years. Starting at big gyms, and finally finding 'my' yoga studio (Sattva). I love it. It's personalized, the real deal, and the teachers are awesome. They know how to get their students to the next level in their yoga practice. I have come so far since I started about 2 months ago and I am currently doing a 30 day challenge which is really great. The fellow yoga classmates are friendly and supportive too. I will be going to this yoga studio for a long time!
Gina M.
Gina M.
Apr 18, 2011
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I have been practicing at Sattva fitness for about six years now since it was in a teeny space in the Escondido athletic club. Rached is simply an amazing instructor, and practicing yoga over the years here has changed my life and my body in amazing ways. The rest of the teachers there are also very talented, patient and experienced. The studio is a social hub of North County too, and as it gets bigger it's fun to see so many people findidng yoga together! :)
The studio is large and clean, and has all the best equipment. It's nice that now there are kettle bell classes, yin yoga, restorative
Yy L.
Yy L.
Aug 24, 2010
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I really like this place. I just recently started to go here, having never done yoga before, I wasn't really sure what to expect. But the instructors were very warm and welcoming, they would pay special attention to and help those who needed help during the class.

It feels like this place is not just good for the wellbeing of your body, but also mind. At the end of one of the classes, the instructor would read a short passage from a book for insipiration and healing. I totally enjoyed the whole experience and felt relaxed and lifted.
Everyone there is extremely friendly. Being that I was