Business Details
28 Years
experience
Authentic Yoga Studio in Calabasas Since 1998
Founded in 1998, Inner Power Yoga has served the West San Fernando Valley community with authentic yoga instruction. Our boutique studio fosters an inclusive environment where all practitioners, regardless of experience level, can cultivate physical strength, mental clarity, and spiritual connection through diverse yoga modalities. We emphasize ahimsa (non-harming) principles to create a judgment-free space that prioritizes compassionate teaching over commercialization. With instructors boasting 30+ years of collective experience, including 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified professionals, we offer dynamic power yoga, restorative practices, and specialized teacher training programs.Our commitment to traditional yoga philosophy remains unwavering while maintaining flexible scheduling options for working adults. Through both in-person and online platforms, we continue delivering high-quality instruction while maintaining the same affordable pricing structure established 16 years ago.
Services
Power Yoga
Vinyasa Flow
Restorative Yoga
Yin Yoga
Beginner Classes
Teacher Training
Online Yoga
Breath Work
Mindfulness
Kundalini
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Established yoga instruction in Calabasas since 1998 with consistent pricing
- Instructors hold 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification with 30+ years experience
- Non-competitive environment emphasizing individual progress and mindfulness
- Flexible class scheduling including evening options for working professionals
- Comprehensive teacher training with immediate teaching opportunities
Associations and certifications
- Yoga Alliance
What people say
Experienced instructors
Welcoming community
Effective teaching
Gentle modifications
Peaceful environment
Services
Power Yoga
Dynamic strength-building classes combining traditional asanas with cardiovascular elements. Our power yoga sessions focus on muscle engagement, breath synchronization, and progressive sequencing to enhance physical endurance while maintaining mental focus. Benefits include improved core strength, increased flexibility, and stress reduction through structured flow patterns.
Vinyasa Flow
Synchronized breath-movement sequences that build heat and increase cardiovascular fitness. This style emphasizes smooth transitions between postures while maintaining proper alignment. Practitioners develop body awareness, improve joint mobility, and experience enhanced mental clarity through continuous flowing movements.
Restorative Yoga
Supportive practice using props to facilitate deep relaxation and physical recovery. Long-held poses release muscular tension while calming the nervous system. Ideal for stress management, injury rehabilitation, and prenatal care, this class promotes cellular regeneration and emotional well-being through mindful breathing techniques.
Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-hour program preparing students for professional yoga instruction. Curriculum covers anatomy, philosophy, teaching methodology, and business practices. Small class sizes ensure personalized mentorship from experienced instructors with 30+ years collective expertise, featuring practical teaching experience during the 4-month program.
Yin Yoga
Slow-paced practice targeting connective tissues through extended pose holding. Combines traditional Chinese meridian theory with yoga philosophy to improve joint mobility and energy flow. This introspective style cultivates patience, enhances flexibility, and promotes mental calmness through stillness and breath awareness techniques.
People
Linda Pushkin-Suffin
Founder & Lead Instructor
With 35+ years of yoga experience, Linda established Inner Power Yoga in 1998. Holds a Master's in Food Science and Nutrition, blending holistic health principles with traditional yoga practices. Specializes in creating inclusive environments for mindful practice.
Shayna Givertz
Yoga Instructor
Graduate of IPY's teacher training program, specializing in dynamic flows and creative sequencing. Combines playful music with functional movement patterns to create accessible yet challenging classes that emphasize body positivity and self-expression.
Wayne Lehrer
Senior Instructor
Practicing yoga since the 1970s, Wayne brings decades of experience teaching in diverse settings. Completed advanced teacher training under Annie Carpenter, focusing on safe alignment principles and transformative teaching methodologies for authentic student engagement.
Karen Sobel
Kids Yoga Specialist
Teaching yoga since 2007 with specializations in children's programming and Ayurvedic principles. Creates nurturing environments where young practitioners develop body awareness and emotional regulation through playful, age-appropriate sequences.
Stephanie Blau
Power Yoga Instructor
Certified through Inner Power Yoga with seven years of teaching experience. Combines psychotherapy background with physical practice to emphasize mind-body connection. Known for energetic power yoga classes with curated music playlists for enhanced mindfulness.
Questions
What yoga styles are available for beginners?
We offer Yoga Basics, Gentle Yoga, and Mindful Flow classes specifically designed for newcomers with detailed posture instruction and modifications.
Are online yoga classes available?
Yes, we provide live-streamed online classes with the same expert instruction as in-studio sessions, accessible through Zoom with advance registration.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept credit/debit cards through our booking system, plus cash, checks, and Venmo payments with specific Friends & Family transaction instructions.
Can I try a class before committing to a membership?
Yes, we offer drop-in classes at $27 each or discounted new student special packages including 3 classes for $20 within one week.
Do you provide teacher training certifications?
Our 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified teacher training program meets twice weekly for working professionals, with 15 student-maximum cohorts ensuring personalized instruction.
What are cancellation policies for scheduled classes?
In-person class cancellations require 90-minute notice prior to session start to avoid charges. Contact the studio directly for urgent scheduling adjustments.
Reviews (6)
Carolyn Spaeter
Oct 28, 2020
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What does it say about a yoga studio that you have been with for over 15 years and love so much that when you move away you still take classes on zoom!
Karena Abe
Jun 05, 2019
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I've been going to Inner Power as long as I can remember. Once I discovered Linda, the other amazing teachers like Jonathan, Ish and Wayne (all offer something different & unique) and the wonderful community feel, I never went anywhere else. I was even motivated to complete teacher training with Linda, another wonderful experience. This is real yoga and non-threatening, instructors are always supportive, Linda is a gem, and fun!
Cassandra Y.
Oct 06, 2018
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The instructor was at the front counter greeting us & chat with us individually. She is super friendly. She has been doing yoga for over 23 years, she is a pro!! It is a very small class today. Everyone gets attention in the class. She has a wonderful assistant in the class helping us if we have problems with the poses. She gives great instructions in the class. She is awesome! They also sell yoga clothing & other accessories. They have their own parking lot at the back of the store. If the lot is full, there are street metered parking in the front & back of the store too.
Adrianne Aubert
Jul 26, 2018
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I cannot find any yoga studio like Inner Power Yoga, or let me just say I will not waste my time to look for any other yoga studio, because I have this adorable and comfortable yoga studio. A high-class studio but cheaper than any other place in town. They have all the yoga equipment and the ambiance helps you to relax and focus. They also have many different approaching instructors, they are friendly and polite that helps me all throughout the sessions step by step. I learned a lot of things here because of them. All amenities are also complete and clean. They also has a shop where you can choose
Karen Leider
Dec 08, 2017
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I am from out of town and i tried the community yoga class with Maggie, it was a great class. I felt very welcomed and comfortable. Looking forward to attending classes at Inner Power Yoga when ever I am visiting get my daughter.
Beth Ann Warren
Jun 04, 2016
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I met Linda, the owner, 16, almost 17 years ago. She was the first yoga instructor I had ever had. I remember crying when I was in pigeon pose and wondering if I was crazy lol, only to find out it's a common thing when the great release happens. It was one of the most amazing workout experiences I've ever had. Linda then became family to me. She is like a big sister to me, and her yoga classes are unparalleled. She is hands down the best yoga instructor i have ever had. She is an all around amazing woman and if u want a hard core killer yoga workout she is the woman to go to. Love you Linda!!!
