Join us on Sunday, February 8 for an in-depth workshop devoted to two of yoga’s most revered inversions: Salamba Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand) and Salamba Shirshasana (Headstand)—traditionally known in the Iyengar method as the Queen and King of asana—led by Martha Staff, a highly experienced, long-time Iyengar practitioner and teacher.

These postures hold a central place across many yoga traditions. Practiced individually, each offers significant physical and energetic benefits; practiced sequentially and with intention, their effects are enhanced—supporting clarity, vitality, and balance in both body and mind. Martha’s depth of study and years of teaching bring clarity and precision to this work, offering students a grounded, accessible pathway into these essential poses.

The workshop will move through carefully chosen preparatory poses, detailed alignment instruction, and the skillful use of props—hallmarks of the Iyengar tradition—to cultivate stability, confidence, and ease. Emphasis is placed on intelligent progression, safety, and sensitivity to individual bodies, allowing practitioners to build strength and understanding without force or strain.

Requirements
• Minimum of 6 months of hatha/Iyengar/Vinyasa yoga experience
• Desire and ability to practice inversions (postures with the head below the heart)

Preparation
• Please eat at least 2 hours before class, with time to digest before class begins.

Contraindications
If you have been diagnosed with glaucoma or eye-pressure conditions, or have cervical or shoulder injuries that limit weight-bearing on the head or shoulders, please consult your healthcare provider before registering.

This February workshop offers a meaningful opportunity to deepen your inversion practice under the guidance of a seasoned Iyengar teacher—developing steadiness, confidence, and a more intimate understanding of these classical asana.

February 15, 2026

Fire & Ice Winter Series
Join us for our Fire & Ice Winter Series, featuring Sarah’s signature Hot Mala Yoga—a thoughtfully curated, set sequence practiced in heat to safely and cohesively guide the body toward its edge. This transformative practice builds strength, resilience, courage, and trust in the self, supporting both physical vitality and mental clarity.

The class concludes with a refreshing ice-cold towel treatment to balance the nervous system and support integration.
Heat the body. Cool the mind. Nourish the soul.

All levels welcome. This practice is not associated with Bikram Yoga or 26 & 2 practices.
Space is limited. Pre-registration is encouraged.

Please bring a towel and arrive well hydrated. The studio will open 20 minutes before class. We encourage you to arrive early to acclimate to the studio temperature before we begin.

A 24-hour cancellation policy applies to this workshop. Please be aware that all members will be charged the full event price if they don't cancel within the cancellation period.

We warmly invite you to a Kirtan with Rob and Melissa.

We are so grateful to welcome back Rob And Melissa for another lively evening of Kirtan and connection

$25, sign up here. Pay at the door with cash, check or venmo

*Included in the Namaste Membership. Gratuity for the musicians is encouraged.

No one turned away.

Rob and Melissa are devotional musicians and Bhakti Yoga teachers known for their soulful, heart-opening kirtan. Blending ancient Sanskrit mantras with rich harmonies and accessible melodies, their music has been described as “joyful medicine” and “love and devotion materialized.”

With roots in Seattle and a global following, they’ve shared their music across the U.S., India, Europe, and Central America—appearing at festivals like Bhakti Fest, Shakti Fest, and the Northwest Yoga Feast. Their discography includes Tejase, Breathe, five mantra singles produced by Ben Leinbach, and their latest mythic concept album The Story of Sita and Ram, produced by GIRISH.

More than performers, Rob and Melissa are heartfelt guides into sacred sound, creating spaces where every voice is welcome, and devotion becomes a shared experience.

Have you ever felt like you’re just “going through the vinyasa” without really feeling it? Join Annie for a focused workshop to slow down and strengthen the foundation of your practice by breaking down the Sun Salutation, step by step.

We’ll explore the sequence pose by pose, offering accessible modifications and thoughtful refinements for all levels. Attention will be given not only to each shape, but also to the transitions between them—bringing awareness to how breath supports movement and creates a more awakened, intentional flow.

Whether you’re new to yoga, looking to deepen your practice, or a seasoned student seeking more clarity and purpose on the mat, this all-levels workshop offers space to refine, reconnect, and renew. Leave feeling energized, informed, and inspired to move with greater presence.