International Women's Day FREE Pilates Class

Register now for a free mat Pilates class to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8. We support the 2025 IWD theme of “Accelerate Action for Gender Equality” and invite all Women & Femme-Identifying people to join us at Purusha Yoga SF. 

This beginner Classical Pilates class will guide you through foundational exercises designed to build core strength, improve flexibility, and enhance body awareness. Focusing on proper alignment and controlled breathing, you will learn the essential Pilates principles while gradually progressing through movements. Class includes a total body guided yoga nidra (meditative body scan) for relaxation and to enhance recovery. Suitable for all levels.

Enjoy a revitalizing practice among friends and socialize after in our gathering space with tea and snacks.

Purusha is a proudly women-owned business in the Outer Richmond of San Francisco. Join our Master Teacher, Joy Ravelli in creating an intentional, safe, and accessible space for Pilates this International Women’s Day!

Be sure to register EARLY as space is limited. 

Meet Joy Ravelli:

Joy founded Purusha Yoga in 1999 in Massachusetts. She then launched the Purusha Seva Project in 2009 and opened Purusha Studio in San Francisco in 2010. A dedicated yogi, Joy has been honored to study personally with many profound yet simple teachers, including Thich Nhat Hanh, Pema Chodron, John Featherstone, Anodea Judith, and Anna Halprin. Joy’s practice has been a lifelong journey of realizing and enjoying the common ground of practices and people worldwide, including America, Tibet, Thailand, Hawaii, and Nepal. For over 25 years, Joy has led workshops, retreats, and yoga teacher trainings worldwide. In November 2024, Joy handed over leadership for the next phase of Purusha Studio’s evolution. Joy now focuses on writing and teaching and continues to be a part of the Purusha and broader community here in San Francisco.

New to Purusha? Check out our unique deals for new students, with one month of unlimited yoga for just $59, or get a special drop-in rate for just $25!

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We look forward to welcoming you onto the mat!

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