Welcome to Yoga Gal,

Yoga Gal is beginner friendly yoga , strength, & fitness program for students 40 plus . Classes are offered in San Diego North County parks, North County Recreation Centers, and Online in the privacy of your home.

"I’m Janice Sherman, a 60-year-old Yoga, Strength, and Mobility Coach dedicated to helping you to feel empowered as you age with balance, resilience, and grace.

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.

Yoga for Balance & Stability:Empowering Your Active Future
Designed specifically for adults aged 45 and better, these classes focuses on strength, proprioception, and confidence. As we navigate the natural changes of aging. Yoga Gal sessions offers a supportive, slow-paced environment to help you stay steady on your feet and vibrant in your daily life.
Vitality Strength & Cardio: Strong. Resilient. Built to Last.
Designed specifically for adults aged 45 and better, this class focuses on the two most critical pillars of long-term health: bone density and lean muscle mass. As we age, our bodies naturally lose muscle and bone strength, but this program is strategically engineered to reverse those trends through evidence-based, functional movements. Learn More
Restore & Regulate: Yin & Breath work
Calm your mind. Reset your system. Find your center.
In a world that is always "on," your nervous system needs a dedicated space to power down. This class is specifically designed to target the Vagus Nerve—the internal "reset button" that manages your body’s ability to rest, digest, and recover.
Through a blend of deep, meditative Yin Yoga and intentional breathwork, we shift the body out of "fight or flight" mode and into a state of deep physiological safety. Tuesdays at 4 pm

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 Carmel Valley, Pacific Highlands Ranch, and the Carmel Mountain Recreation Center Classes.

Students must register through the City of San Diego. 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 Room 1

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

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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:‍

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.