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June 2024 by David Khalili
Not only is the space a beautifully crafted retreat, but Marc is an amazing teacher. I've been lucky enough to take classes with Marc and learn from his teaching style. His classes, and other wellness programming he offers is truly a gift to San Francisco. Thank you Marc!
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March 2023 by Nitin Garg
I've done many online yoga classes with Marc and have loved each and everyone of them. Marc's passion and depth of practice shines through every time as he guides new and advanced students to adapt the practice to their body. He creates a safe and inviting space where students can feel comfortable but yet further their personal growth. Thank you Marc for being an awesome teacher!
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November 2022 by Lars K.
Marc is a remarkable yoga, breath and meditation teacher. His studio is beautiful, comforting and always welcoming. Marc is passionate about creating a community of kindness, where students feel nurtured and supported to discover greater connection within the flow of movement, sound and breath that he guides us through and also connection with each other. "The Body Keeps the Score" book by Bessel van der Kolk describes how yoga can help you heal from effects of PTSD. This has been my experience at Mukunda. I feel safe enough with Marc and the healing, warm space he creates and maintains to allow deep long-held feelings the freedom to express and flow through. This letting go creates greater space throughout my body, mind, soul and spirit so that I may deepen my yoga practice. I have now experienced several spontaneous releases of heavy ancient burdens and this has restored and increased my capacity to feel deeply present. What a relief to find respite from the nagging storms of thinking and worrying that manifested during lockdown. Marc's powerful, genuinely comforting and grounding way of teaching and being encourages every student to deepen into the asanas, daily teachings and chants from the Integral Yoga system that his work honors. An authentically angelic creative movement and meditation healer. One of San Francisco's fantastic hidden gems of healing, light and love. Obviously I encourage all individuals and groups to discover Mukunda's healing sanctuary and help build a movement that is kind and also powerful, embodied and more connected in the world. Thanks Marc!
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November 2022 by Jason Pacheco
Mukunda Studio is an amazing yoga retreat and studio on Folsom St. in San FranciscoMarc is the best yoga instructor, I have ever practiced with. He is knowledgeable, empathetic, and teaches with kindness. So much to learn from him. His classes are good for beginners to those that have practiced for many years. I am happy to be a part of the Mukunda Yoga community.
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May 2022 by Eva Velez
I recently had a certification event here for my kung fu students. We have a term, Saam faat, which translates as heart method. Mukunda Studio definitely radiates that. Everything had been thought out: the back room fitted for hybrid attendance (to include proper lighting and camera angles), the comfy and inviting lounge area with all sorts of tea selections, even the bathrooms feel luxuruous. Best of all, the warmth that Mukunda, himself, radiates and his attentiveness to ensure all your needs are met is just beyond anything I could expect anywhere else. I'm already thinking about the next time I could use this space.
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March 2022 by Heather Chen
Love this spot so much! I’ve been going to Yoga Phamily classes at it’s old location in the mission until the location closed during the pandemic. They recently moved to Mukunda and honestly this studio is absolutely beautiful. It’s so clean and spacious, and the studio owner Marc is super nice! I would recommend anyone trying yoga for the first time, or looking for a place to continue their practice, to come check out the studio.
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March 2022 by Nan T.
We love practicing yoga here. The space is calming and Marc is a wonderful host. He has been in the wellness industry for year's and is knowledgable
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February 2022 by Dennis R.
Nice group of like-minded people. I will probably try them for a little longer. Location is very convenient. Will update in a couple of weeks.
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November 2021 by Christopher C.
My fiancé and I started doing online yoga with Marc a few weeks ago. I was reluctant at first as I was a bit out of practice. However we couldn't be more glad to have joined in the sessions. The classes are just the right pace. The feedback Marc provides during the sessions is subtle but focussed and always very personalised. I love the accountability the online classes give us, compared to just sticking on a yoga video to follow along. The interactive class forces us to switch off our phones, take off our watches, and really get into the headspace required for a proper meaningful yoga practice. We have both noticed a profound increase in both our physical and mental well being over the progression of the sessions with Marc. Looking forward to next week's practice. Namaste!
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August 2020 by diana h.
Marc is a bonafide 24/7 yogi and an amazing yoga teacher! He is so grounded, warm and welcoming. His knowledge and gentleness shines through in every single class. He is a highly skilled instructor and is so good at being able to give verbal "adjustments," so his live zoom classes make me feel like I'm in his yoga studio. He is steeped in yogic wisdom which he shares in his succinct dharma talks at the beginning of each class. At the end, I always feel nourished in mind, body and spirit. I've been practicing yoga in the Bay area for 20 years and I can honestly say that Marc is one of my favorites. Thank you Marc!
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June 2020 by Nicole B.
I joined Mukunda Yoga after I started taking his yoga classes at work. I had zero yoga experience and quite honestly I was very intimidated by it. I wanted to experiment with my own abilities and work on some upper-body strength. I enjoyed his teachings so much that I became a member of Mukunda Yoga and have steadily built a practice. Marc challenges me to stay present in my body and welcomed me into an inspiring, funny, humble, dedicated community. It's such a beautiful experience. It's not just the "let's get fit and toned" or "lose weight" trap I've fallen into before. It's really helped me stay in tune with my body as it is. You know, the whole self-love and self-care thing. He's also helped me discover my own concepts of spirituality and taught me to sit and meditate. I've been building a practice with Marc for just over a year and it's become such an important part of my life. Marc is fantastic and I encourage anyone (new or advanced) to take a class. He cares so much about people and helps me navigate where I can find peace and calm in the world.
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March 2020 by Lana P.
I wasn't sure if I'd ever get my husband to try yoga, but once we started doing private lessons with Marc, he became an enthusiast who eagerly awaits our weekly session! Essentially, Marc has everything you're looking for when practicing yoga: each week, he starts off our practice with a spiritual focal point; he provides clear and concise guidance when leading us through different poses; he kindly adjusts our poses with verbal cues; and he pushes us to the edge of our comfort zone to get the most benefit out of our practice (we like to joke that we know we're doing a particular pose right if it hurts-haha). Needless to say, by each session's end, we are feeling our much-needed yoga zen. Additionally, Marc's a decidedly pleasant person to interact with as he has a delightful sense of humor and he conscientiously remembers the details of his clients'/friends' lives. Frankly, you can't go wrong by putting your yoga practice in Marc's capable hands. And if you don't want to take my word for it, just ask my husband, a former nonbeliever!
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February 2020 by Barbara V.
A number of my friends recommended I go to Marc for yoga and they were right!! I had stopped yoga 30 year ago when I had some negative experiences and also got injured. But now I am ready to re-investigate the healing powers in a yoga practice. I saw Marc for a 1:1 session, it was helpful beyond my expectations, a very positive experience! Marc is a highly experienced teacher, he's very kind and intuitive with a vibrant energy. Plus, what a lovely space he's created on Folsom Street!
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February 2020 by Eliza C.
I love taking Marc's classes. He's very thoughtful to give verbal tips for your adjustments during class and explain what the poses do for you physically. I learn a lot taking his classes: understanding the proper pose and keeping mental notes of which pose to do more often when I need it (e.g. eagle for stiff shoulders). He is also super friendly and fun. Quick to crack jokes during class without losing the relaxing / zen vibe. I've been taking his classes at different gyms and is very excited that he opened his own!
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September 2019 by Jim S.
Marc leads fantastic yoga sessions and I always come away feeling great! He creates a good flow with a nice mix of classic poses and something to surprise and stretch your limits. Can't wait til my next class!
