Shala Yogis say:

Shelly Perry
2 weeks ago
Simply the best. Always feel so welcome and embraced by the community here. Great place to breathe and just be present.
Meredith Lynn
2 weeks ago
I have done yoga all over the world and the Shala remains my favorite of them all. The community is heart warming, the studio is beautiful and the teachers and classes are the best of the best!
Jackie Incorvia
3 weeks ago
When I was visiting Mystic, I took a class with the owner, Dechan. From someone who has been practicing yoga for 20 years, she is a fantastic teacher and I would highly recommend checking out this yoga shala. She is attentive, friendly, and includes more depth to the practice than just the poses. I look forward to visiting again!
Caitlyn Rodriguez
4 weeks ago
It's been a pleasure being a student and a teacher at the Shala! Such a wonderful, compassionate community. So grateful for everyone I have learned from who has helped me come back to myself again and again.
Mario De Lucia
4 months ago
I’ve been practicing at Mystic Yoga Shala for a while now and honestly, it’s become like a second home to me. I’m there almost every day. The teachers are all incredibly talented and the practice is strong, intentional, and really empowering. You can feel the influence of Baptiste style yoga, which I love. It keeps me challenged but also grounded. The room itself is amazing. They use a steamer so there’s a lot of heat and moisture, which really helps with flexibility and makes the whole experience feel even more intense in a good way. More than anything, this place has given me a sense of community. It’s kept me strong, flexible, and connected. It really feels like family. I just love it there.
Angela Wunderli
6 months ago
wonderful, welcoming studio with really caring and knowledgeable instructors
Malory Lea
8 months ago
Wonderful yoga class while on vacation here. The perfect balance of an intense physical workout and a spiritual experience in Dechen's class. I wish this studio was closer to home!
Bank Square Books
1 year ago
We love our Yoga neighbors!
Lauren Nye
1 year ago
I had a wonderful experience practicing at Mystic Yoga Shala, while on vacation in Mystic. I had the chance to practice with the owner, Amy "Dechen" Zezulka, and Aaron, and they both were warm and welcoming and made me feel right at home. The same can be said with the other students in the class who gave me recommendations of other things to do while in town. I highly recommend this yoga studio!
Anne Alfano
2 years ago
Excellent Hot Yoga. Many thanks!
Aaron Warren
2 years ago
I’m biased. I met the owner “Dechen” more than 10 years ago, she created a space to practice Yoga. Dechen allows the space to be you and grow to your own authentic self. Highly recommend you create your practice
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Emma Sutphen
3 years ago
I first started practicing at the Shala when I was 16. What sets this community apart from other studios in the area is the welcoming atmosphere and community. Whether it’s your first time or four hundredth time practicing yoga, you’ll feel right at home here.
Zella Collier
4 years ago
Mystic yoga shala is where i began my yoga journey as a teenager and for years i find myself coming back to this gorgeous studio. It's one of the most beautiful spaces I've practiced in, i particularly love that they have yin classes 🙂
Alicia
4 years ago
Dechen instructed a private class for our bachelorette weekend and it was fabulous! She was professional, fun, and helped make it a weekend to remember. Everyone talked about how much they loved the class- it was the perfect start to our day! Highly recommend Dechen and her yoga studio.
Veronica Chupp
5 years ago
I have not been able to find yoga classes as intense or beautiful since I moved away. The instructors here were welcoming to all but really pushed me to improve. The studio itself is peaceful and the perfect setting for mindful practice.
CARISSA GALGANO
6 years ago
Such a fantastic teacher - I felt amazing after our session and am looking forward to the next class! It's really nice that they offer remote classes too, so I'm able to continue my practice without interruption. They care about proper technique and safety and it shows! Highly recommended!
Linnea O
6 years ago
Love this studio! People make you feel welcomed and invited no matter your skill level. I was very nervous about going as I am quite unskilled but I really enjoy the peace, the atmosphere and the compassion of everyone I’ve met. Dechen is a wonderful teacher as are the other instructors. A really great place to learn whether online or in person.
stars rainbows
6 years ago
Today was my first visit, the teacher was Dechen, she’s amazing! Very comfortable, clean, calming environment And everyone was so nice. Looking forward to my next class. Would definitely recommend. Oh and great parking which is always a plus. 🧘🏼‍♀️
Megan Marco
8 years ago
I love the yoga classes and always feel invigorated and uplifted from them. Such great energy and spirit at Mystic Yoga Shala!
flora kenyon
8 years ago
Wonderfully inspired community

The hot yoga was HOT. This was my first time coming to the studio, and I was impressed with the community they’ve built. The owner and staff were really friendly and made my experience comfortable and enjoyable. I will definitely be coming back. The positive energy was flowing all around.

Kerri B.

Dechen has worked in the lessons learned from her own challenges to help others without making it about her. By far the best yoga instructor I have ever had.

Ana

I wanted to send you this email because you know I have moved all over and taken Hot Yoga about almost everywhere I land, live and travel. Now here in CA, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, LA and YOUR classes are untouchable not just for the physical practice of yoga but the mental aspect. Wish you had a studio here, truly the best. Congrats!

Sharon P

….. it was a gift to take your classes during our visit. You are extremely talented and have a gift to teach. Your honesty and direction given in class is the perfect balance. I find it inspiring to take a class from someone that has built a business from their dream. Every time anonymous and I come from your class we beam with praise about you to my Mom.

Thank you for being you and enriching our stays in CT.

Ana

Excellent and caring yoga studio. Top-notch sessions and instructors. I had back and hip pain from sitting on the job, sports, and stress. A consistent practice at the Shala is a life changer!

Chris S.

The MYS is a haven for talented teachers and inspired, quality yoga instruction. Dechen is a rare gem in our community. She combines wisdom, experience, and humor to craft exquisite classes that are personalized for each student, fun to attend, and well balanced so you leave feeling refreshed, energized and rejuvenated. I recommend MYS to everyone looking to learn and practice yoga.

Jennifer D, Pradipika Yoga

I want you to know that Dechen and all of the teachers at the Shala, have saved my life. I’ve been an intermittent student at the Shala for years, but due to a difficult loss I finally was inspired to create time for myself and I started going to MYS consistently. This is not about doing the physical practice of yoga. MYS has been my refuge; the community Dechen and her team create for the students is incredibly special. Yes, I know that I do the work beginning by showing up, but if I didn’t feel cared for and safe at MYS I know I would’ve remained an intermittent student.

Every time I had doubt or fear about my future, or felt awful about what was happening, I would think about things Dechen would say in class: to welcome the fear in; accept where I was at that moment; let go of the judgement or the story. This has been been one of the most challenging times in my life, but with the support of MYS I know it is a new beginning that I choose to accept and celebrate.

Carissa

Brendan Cumming, Princeton Baseball Player not only became a Shala Yogi, he brought many of his fellow baseball players to practice too.