Shafa Yoga

San Diego, CA 92129, United States

4.9314 student reviews
RYS® 200 English, Farsi
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Shafa Yoga

About this retreat

Shafa Yoga borrows its name from a Persian word that translates into “remedy, and recovery.”

The Shafa Yoga Center was founded and is directed by Dr. Newsha Sarafha. In 2012, 2013,and 2014 Shafa Yoga has been voted “Best Yoga Studio” in City Voters A-List.

Since 2010 award-winning Shafa Yoga has helped thousands of San Diego residents, visitors, businesses and schools enjoy healthier and happier lives.


As a registered YOGA ALLIANCE school (200,300, 500 Hours), Shafa Yoga offers in-depth and high-quality courses that provide a comprehensive insight into the world of traditional Hatha and Yoga Therapy.

ONLINE or in PERSON, You can start your training anytime with an individual schedule and flexibility. We combine deep practical training with a comprehensive theoretical component, in which we delve into the philosophical and spiritual sources of yoga.

What they offer

Full-time (usually intensive/immersion), Part-time (spread out over time), Weekends only, Modules (several, shorter immersions), Residential (trainees stay on-site), Non-residential (trainees commute to the program), Destination / retreat

Yoga styles taught

Flow Yoga, Alignment-Oriented Yoga, Fitness Yoga, Spiritually-Oriented Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Specialty Yoga

Meet the team

What students say

★★★★★

— Archana Ram, RYT® 500

★★★★★

— George Bonilla, RYT® 500

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