Welcome to Yoga Gal,

Offers beginner friendly yoga , strength, & fitness classes for students 40 plus in our local north country parks, recreation centers, & in the privacy of your home.

"I’m Janice Sherman, a 60-year-old Yoga, Strength, and Mobility Coach dedicated to helping you master the art of longevity. My classes are specifically designed for students 40+ who want to age with power, grace, and resilience.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury or looking to future-proof your body, I provide a hybrid experience—available both in-person and online simultaneously—with dedicated personal attention for every student. Our movement is purposeful, focusing on:

• Yoga for Balance & Stability:Empowering Your Active Future

  Designed specifically for adults aged 45 and better, this class focuses on the fundamental pillars of longevity: strength, proprioception, and confidence. As we navigate the natural changes of aging—such as slower reaction times and shifting bone density—maintaining physical independence becomes our most important practice.

  This session offers a supportive, slow-paced environment to help you stay steady on your feet and vibrant in your daily life.

• Functional Strength & Cardio: Specifically programmed to build bone density and lean muscle mass.

• Breath work for the Vagus Nerve: Targeted techniques to regulate your nervous system, reduce stress, and improve recovery.

Every body is welcome, and every pose is adjustable. Here, movement feels supportive, never stressful."

Yoga Gal Yoga Classes!

• Why These Classes are for You

  Build Fall-Prevention Skills: We target the core and lower body muscles—like the quadriceps and stabilizing ankle muscles—that are essential for catching yourself if you trip.

  Restore Physical Confidence: Move past the "fear of falling" that can often lead to social isolation or avoiding activities you love. Studies show that regular yoga consistently reduces this fear and improves gait speed.

  Enhance Body Awareness: Improve your "proprioception"—your body's ability to sense its position in space—through mindful transitions and focused "drishti" (gazing points).

  Maintain Independent Living: Strengthen the functional movements used in everyday tasks, such as carrying groceries or standing up from a chair with ease.‍ ‍

• 3 Ways to Practice Yoga

• Participate in person at the recreation center classes.

• Students must register through the City of San Diego. (see link below). Classes are offered monthly for $49 or $64 per session.

  REGISTER HERE

  Pacific Highlands Recreation Center- 5977 Village Center Loop Rd, San Diego, CA 92130 - Monday 9:15 am & 6 pm Room 1

  Carmel Mountain/Sabre Springs Recreation Center -

  10152 Rancho Carmel Dr, San Diego, CA 92128 - Wednesday 9:15 am Room 1

  Carmel Valley Recreation Center

  3777 Townsgate Dr, San Diego, CA 92130 - Thursday 6:30 pm

• Practice In Person at Carmel Creek Park, 4210 Carmel Center Road: Register Here

• Step out of the studio and onto the grass for a refreshing Yoga in the Park session designed specifically for students aged 45 and older. This practice combines gentle, low-impact movement with the restorative power of nature, offering a welcoming space to focus on longevity, strength, and inner peace. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or a complete beginner, these sessions are adapted to your body’s needs, focusing on accessible poses that promote vitality without over-exertion.Park in the Carmel Creek Parking lot and head past the bathroom. We are under a lovely, large tree.

• Experience Yoga Online: Wellness at Your Fingertips:‍ ‍Register Here

  Online Yoga brings the transformative practice of movement, breathwork, and meditation directly into your home. Designed to be accessible and highly adaptable, virtual sessions allow you to participate in live-streamed classes or on-demand recordings through Yoga Gal’s Private Zoom . For practitioners aged 45 and older, this digital approach removes the barriers of commuting and studio schedules, making it easier than ever to build a consistent routine focused on healthy aging. Sign up is through the Momoyoga app above or contact Janice Sherman for other ways to join.