Robin Duryea Yoga

Robin has been to our house to teach us (I’m 73 & my wife 66) and our son & daughter-​in-​law. She is a fantastic yoga professional and a great instructor! She will be invited back again. We plan to continue practicing yoga.

Robin is the best yoga instructor and guide I’ve ever had. I hesitate writing in such definitives because they’re over-​used, but I’m confident in saying it’s *absolutely* true. I’ve been weightlifting, soccer-​playing, basketball-​playing, and ball-​sporting all my life, so it was always hard for me to choose the calmer practice of yoga versus the activity of sports.
When my wife introduced me to Robin’s style, her compassionate teaching, her articulate description of how the mind meets body, and her overall flow, I knew something was new. Something refreshing. Something right for me. Robin is that yoga instructor who embodies the best of yoga instructors, and for me, that also means she has a clear focus on the perception of her students. She steps into their minds to understand what they’re experiencing. That ultimately makes for an elegant yet pragmatic practice for the entire room.
Thanks Robin, for introducing me to a part of the yoga world that I feel a part of.

I practiced under Robin at the Embarcadero Y, and truly discovered my balance under her guidance. Her classes are challenging, with well thought out flows. I never felt frustrated because, even on challenging poses, Robin fostered a safe and lighthearted class. Her class kept me flexible and strong, I was in great shape!
I addition to a great physical class, Robin was my first yoga teacher that didn’t turn me off with «dogma.» She teaches yogic wisdom, but it is integrated so well into class, I always left feeling more emotionally and mentally balanced. She really has a way of linking meditation and purpose to modern causes of stress and unbalance.

I’ve been taking Robin’s classes at Yoga Garden for about two years, and also attended a wonderful yoga retreat she led in Calistoga — she is absolutely an inspiring, open, challenging, and spiritually uplifting yoga teacher. I’ve been practicing yoga for seven years and she’s the only teacher in SF who I go to religiously.
During the class, you sweat, you detox, and more importantly — you make space. I appreciate how Robin also stays rooted in traditional yogic practices and incorporates chanting, meditation, and breathing exercises during her class. There are absolutely no judgements in her class, no matter what level you are — she always provides modifications. After class, I feel utterly restored and rejuvenated and open. and always looking forward to the next one.
I highly recommend any of Robin’s classes, workshops or retreats!

Robin is an excellent yoga teacher. The first time I took her class was at the YMCA and then I followed her to Yoga Garden. Every 90 minute Vinyasa class I’ve taken with her (probably 100 by now) has been fantastic. Robin has excellent instruction that is easy to follow to along with fun music. I get a great work out and feel amazing afterward. Tip: Robin’s classes are very popular so arrive early to get a spot. Also, be sure to be hydrated, Robin’s classes generate heat which is perfect when you leave the studio on a cold foggy night, super sweaty and high from endorphins.

Robin inspired me to become a yoga teacher… her support, her gentle encouragement and constancy during a really difficult time in my life changed me. It made me crave yoga, and seek a new kind of peace in my day. She gave me courage, support, challenge, and something to look forward to every time I took her class. If you get the chance, take her class! Even one class with her will leave you feeling like your best self…

I look forward to Robin’s classes every week and have actually considered the lengthy drive to Ingleside just to take them more frequently.
Robin teaches a challenging yoga class in a very calm and accepting way. She reminds you that your edge might be different each class and not to push it too far.
Robin does a good job of pushing everyone to their own edge. She has countless modifications, both for those who are new and learning and for the more advanced. Whenever I think I’m getting close to mastering a pose, she throws in a new modification that makes it harder. She’s also very creative in planning her routines and I never feel like I’m doing the same sequence of routines in monotany.
I never thought I liked breathing exercises or chanting but have learned how good these exercises make me feel and help me in my daily life. Don’t worry, though, her classes aren’t just about sitting and breathing.
The music she plays is very spiritual and helps set the mood for pushing your body to the next level.
Get ready to be sore. :)

I started taking Robin’s classes at the YMCA Embarcadero and followed her to Yoga Garden when she began cutting back her classes at the Y. Her classes are the one thing I turn to when I’m feeling down and need a workout or inspiration, and in a year and a half under her instruction, I’ve never once felt unchallenged. She’s always introducing new poses and ways of seeing things and daring me to improve both my practice and myself. She’s also endlessly creative in her approach — only in Robin’s classes have I practiced yoga in a circle, facing my fellow students, in a room lit only by candles, and only in Robin’s classes have I been gently sung out of shavasana. Robin really stands out as an instructor and I honestly cannot recommend her enough.

I don’t make it to yoga as much as I’d like due to my work schedule but when I do go, I always prioritize a class with Robin over other instructors. I currently take her classes at Yoga Garden since it’s in my neighborhood. I’ve been practicing yoga on and off for over 10 years at multiple studios and have tried many different styles but Robin’s vinyasa instruction can’t be beat. She allows you to stay at your level yet offers options if you’re feeling adventurous. Highly recommend classes with her.

This is by far one of the best classes in the city! It’s a vinyasa flow with all the right elements; breath, humor, chanting, music and a true deepening into the practice. Robin has a beautiful voice and really holds the space to peel away the layers. She is very knowledgeable about the body and her sequencing is awesome. And what a great workout! I highly recommend it!