Yoga Del Sol

Wonderful studio — now my favorite in DC. I recently started attending Diego’s classes through ClassPass and am so glad to have found my way to Yoga del Sol. It’s a beautiful space with big windows, hardwood floors, and lots of natural light. The 6 pm weekday classes have never been overcrowded. Diego is a sensitive, intuitive teacher; he makes you push yourself, but the hard work is worth it. I also appreciate the time and attention paid to breathing and meditation in addition to a challenging physical practice. I’ve learned more in a handful of Diego’s classes than I have in six months with other instructors. Can’t say enough good things about this studio!

This studio is five star for valid reasons. I have been attending weekend classes for a couple of months now, on ClassPass. There is ample free street parking on Sunday mornings around the studio. It’s tucked up above street level shops. The studio is warm, inviting and has very strong positive energy. There is a clean restroom, a changing room and a small nook with great complimentary hot tea and water to enjoy before and after class. The studio itself is beautiful with hardwood flooring and exposed brick. The front of the room has great big windows facing lush trees and impeccably kept living orchids in the window sill.
Each teacher I have joined for class has been knowledgeable, passionate and professional while guiding class. You can tell that their yoga practice expands further than just the mat. I enjoy the hands on assists and before class, the teach comes around offers aromatherapy oils if you wish to accept and asks about any injuries or areas of focus.
The class begins with a substantial mediation and centering portion and then goes right into thoughtful sequences that work up strength, power and sweat!
Class concludes with hands on adjustments during shavasana.
I’ve said it before, but something magical happens at this studio. What I appreciate the most is that they are authentic about the practice and let you listen to your mind and body. It’s also nice not to walk into a studio filled with extra items to sell, and all kinds of packages and promotions and fluff. They do offer workshops, but only to those people really interested in deepening their practice.
A+ in my book!

Absolutely beautiful studio. However, when I walked in my heart sank. No blankets and a minimal selection of other props. If this is not key to your yoga practice, try it. But if, like me, there are poses that are not comfortable without props, it is possible this may not be the studio for you.

Being on Class Pass, I have been to almost every yoga studio in the city and this studio is by far MY FAVORITE. The actual studio itself is stunning — big open space that you never need to worry about others injecting into your space. Every class expect something new. All the instructors are awesome but Diego takes the class to another level. First off, he teaches you how to properly vinyassana — he will go back to the basics and make sure every little muscle is working the way it is supposed to be for a very fulfilling class. I’ve never head a teacher who has done that. He really cares about your practice but will push you, very rare for a yoga teacher. Jennryn’s is my second favorite class — she is so sweet but she know’s her stuff. I recommend coming to the classes that are 75min+. The 60 mins classes are too short for your time at Sol. Totally worth it to make the trek up Wisconsin.

I’ve done yoga since 2001 and completed a Yoga Alliance teacher training.
I met Diego in 2007 in San Francisco and went to his classes 3x/​week. I was hooked! I then did an intensive one on one training with him about a year later. This training helped me decide to do the certified teacher training, among other things. His teaching is so unique and genuine. Diego truly wants to help because he is a gifted and inspiring teacher. His draw on ancient texts is something you don’t find anymore. His style is extremely approachable and down-​to-​earth.
I have family in DC so I’ve been to his studio– gorgeous, clean, and inviting. I plan to visit each time I’m in the area. San Francisco mourns our beloved Diego!

I have never posted a Unilocal review before today, but I believe Yoga Del Sol deserves as much spotlight as possible. The instructors, Diego and Sandi, are very talented wonderful people. They are attentive and patient instructors. The classes vary slightly, but if you consistently attend, you will notice an increase in physical strength as well as a stronger sense of inner peace and happiness.
When I stumbled into Yoga Del Sol, I was feeling lost, stressed, and anxious about the direction my life had taken. Practicing yoga with Diego and Sandi, almost everyday for only a little over one month, brought a sense of peace and purpose back into my life and helped me make difficult, yet positive decisions. I felt great physically and was filled with positive energy every time I left the studio. Unfortunately, I have moved and I wish I could take Diego and Sandi with me. Although I can’t practice with them anymore, their lessons are still with me. I highly recommend giving them a chance.

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Yoga Del Sol is a heavenly place to practice yoga. This is studio for anyone and everyone.
My experience at Del Sol and with its founder, Diego Del Sol was nothing short of life changing.
I travel quiet a lot for work and my journey brought me to DC for 8 weeks during the summer 2014. I had been practicing yoga for awhile and as I was getting more comfortable and confident I was also getting more complacent. I decided it might be time to take my practice to the next level with a teacher training course. I really felt like I had hit a wall by only taking class and was looking for something new to unlock a greater understanding of myself and I also had a new exciting urge to guide others.
Before meeting Diego we spoke on the phone and he explained that he wasn’t taking on new students for teacher training at the time but invited me to take his class when I got in town and we’d go from there.
Well I arrived at his beautifully accented, clean, inviting studio for the 9am practice and was blown away. The flow was like nothing I had done before (and I due to my intense work/​travel schedule I have studied all over North America). It was the perfect blend challenging and cleansing, vigorous and calm, new and traditional. It wasn’t all about the sweat (which will come naturally) but equally about the purpose the integrity of the movement and poses. At the end of class I felt completely invigorated and at ease. I knew I was hooked.
I stayed back after to speak with Diego one on one and basically begged him to take me on. I was elated when he agreeed and we started the very next day.
Over the course of my one on one, 8 week intense teacher training sessions I have never felt so fulfilled and strong in my life. I would come and take the 9am class in the morning and after we would sit on our mats and discuss all types of things. My worries, dreams, fears, ambitions. And then we would practice some more. He gave the most useful texts, both spiritual, practical and historical. I’d leave the studio in the late afternoon with my head buzzing and my muscles singing.
No lie, I felt completely overwhelmed the first few weeks. I second guessed myself a lot and had a hard time grasping some of the more complex ideals and philosophies. The writing assignments and the open dialogue I would have with Diego helped lot and by week 4 and 5 things started to click. Concepts of acceptance and alignment became more clear and once I let go of my expectations and judgement, I felt at piece and things just fell into place. He taught me how to make safe and effective adjustments and speak in a way that wpuld resignate with students.
By weeks 6, 7 & 8 in addition to taking class in the mornings and having our sessions afterward, Diego had me teaching some of his midmorning/​afternoon classes. Of course, initially I was terrified but deep down I also knew I was ready.
My first class went better than I could have ever dreamed. The feedback from the students was so positive and Diego had nothing but useful and constructive critiques for me. The next class I taught was even better and so was the class after that. I really started developing my own rhythm and voice.
Sorry my review is so long but I really want whoever is considering taking class at Yoga Del Sol or teacher training with Diego to know how wonderful my experience was. Regardless of your «level», age, injury I believe whole heartedly that you will have a fantastic experience. The environment is nurturing and tough all at the same time and you will leave each class and continue your day with light and positivity.

Yoga Del Sol is hands down the best yoga studio I’ve ever been to. I’ve been doing yoga now for 6+ years off and on and found the owner Diego to be one of the most caring instructors. He’s listen to my body aches and pains (I have a small scoliosis), he helped me work through movements and gave recommendations on things I personally need to continue to work on to enhance my own practice.
Diego’s 30,000+ hours of instruction experience is evident. The well manicured studio and well thought out touches throughout (beautiful bamboo floors, orchids in huge picture windows, soft brick walls, storage space etc) all emit tranquility!!!
I highly recommend this studio!!!

I chose Yoga del Sol after reading Diego, the owner, had been voted San Francisco’s top individual instructor before he moved to DC to open this studio. In a city like San Fran, known to have an exceptional Yoga community, that’s no small accomplishment. As I visited the studio for the first time, I found it inviting: hardwood floors, weathered brick walls, large windows– natural light pleasantly fills the room. During my first week at Yoga del Sol, I was unrolling my mat just before class and began speaking with the girl next to me. It turns out that she had been a former student of Diego’s in San Fran and shared with me just how big a deal he had been out there. «Messiah-​like» are the pithy words she chose to describe his Bay Area reputation. So many people wanted to attend his classes that, in order to guarantee herself a spot, she would show up 30 – 45 minutes early. Wow. Fortunately for us in DC, arriving that early is not required. My Intrigue grew though from that conversation. I wondered why people would wait so long for his classes. Certainly San Fran, the only U.S. city with a yoga studio in it’s airport, has no shortage of fine instructors. But yet, they waited for Diego, they waited like they had no alternative. I vowed to attend class often, determined to figure out what set him apart from all the other yoga teachers. Well, I would not be disappointed.
Diego’s style of yoga, which he describes as moving meditation, is unlike any other yoga I’ve taken. Every class is different. He walks into class without a script, possessing the ability to sense what the class needs, what you need, and then he maestros off pure inspiration. Diego’s peaceful voice moves you rhythmically from posture to posture. He will have you reaching and bending, curling and extending, balancing, inverting, twisting and tilting. The class will slow down, allowing you to sink into the poses, challenging you to remain calm and breathe deeply, helping you release those bundles of joy called stress that your muscles have lugged around for far too long. Diego seamlessly weaves an array of breathwork, like fire breaths and lions breaths, into every class. You will even exercise your imaginative powers, improving the connection between your mind and body. During balances, you’ll be asked to visualize opposing forces pulling your limbs to different corners of the room; and miraculously, by some esoteric force, the body reacts and stretches further, as if the limbs were actually being pulled. Other times the visualizations are more subtle; you’ll simply be guided to smile at a place of stress; and voilà, tension disappears like the trails of fireworks.
After 75 minutes, you lay down on your back for the final relaxation pose. This is when Diego imparts his final gift of the evening, grabbing what’s called a Tibetan singing bowl. As you lay there motionless, allowing your body to recover, Diego traces a small mallet along the outside of this metallic bowl, creating whirling sound vibrations that spread throughout the room, sending gentle-​calming-​rippling waves through your body on a one-​way trip to the soul.
As I promised myself, I attended class often: four, five, sometimes six days a week. Every class left me feeling relaxed and recharged; but after about 5 months, I noticed something more was happening, a cumulative effect that I had not anticipated. My bad habits, forever unshakable, disintegrated. Obstacles along my path seemed less treacherous. Work, Life in general, became easier. I had become a better version of myself. Ah-​Ha! This is why San Fran waited. I got it.
So what will be the rewards for your efforts? On a physical level, your muscles will be toned, toxins flushed, and tensions released. Mentally, you’ll enjoy improved concentration, heightened awareness, increased willpower, and decreased fight-​or-​flight. Higher still, Diego can help you unlock your hidden potential. Why? Because that’s the true power of Yoga; and under the instruction of a master teacher, we flourish.
I can’t thank Diego enough for what his teaching’s have done for me. Please don’t waist your time bargain-​shopping for yoga. You should want the best instructor you can find and that’s Diego. He was the best in San Fran. He is the best in DC. Drive, take a bus, hitchhike if you must. Just show up consistently so you may see for yourself.
A final note. Be sure to signup for one of Diego’s Yoga retreats. He’s invited to instruct at top retreat locations around the world. Last year, I flew to one in St Tropez, France. Incredible. This spring, in late March, he’ll be taking his talents to the wondrous pacific coastlines of Vallarta, Mexico. Daily practice at home, essential to counterbalance our busy lifestyles, bares in comparison to what practicing 3 to 4 hours of Diego’s yoga, immersed in a tropical paradise, will do for us. With no work or life to interfere, a year’s worth of progress can be made in a single week.

I went to this yoga studio when it opened last year. Diego was really nice and he introduced some exercises specially for me. It’s a place for people with some yoga experiences.

I wandered in on a rainy evening, grabbed a hot cup of licorice tea, and was pleasantly surprised by the beautiful yoga studio (hardwood floors, orchids, and mats/​blocks/​bolsters in top condition). Kelly was an amazing instructor. She gave me adjustments and I felt so much better after the class (I have chronic back and neck discomfort). I have been searching for the right yoga studio, and I have finally found it!

Yoga Del Sol delivers a refreshing and unique yoga experience that is by far the best around. After practicing at a number of hot and power yoga studios in DC, I felt like I wasn’t progressing, and that the meditative and breathing component (the part that makes it yoga!) was largely lacking. Thankfully, I found Yoga Del Sol! I’ve been practicing at Yoga Del Sol consistently for the past year, primarily with Diego, and have experienced increased strength, flexibility, and most importantly, the ability to breathe and find peace both on and off the mat. Going to class is a real treat that I look forward to every time.
Each class is different, enabling you to explore and challenge your body, mind, and breath in new ways, leading to tremendous growth. Diego’s calm yet assertive teaching style is unpretentious, genuine, and encourages you to mindfully push your edge, guided by breath and awareness. He truly has a gift and a powerful teaching style that I have not experienced anywhere else. In addition, the studio space is a beautiful and calming escape.

Yoga Del Sol is the best studio in DC — soft wood floors, nice lighting, mellow vibe. And Diego, the studio founder, is absolutely THE BEST TEACHER in the metro area. His classes are interesting and calming, challenging but not impossible, spiritual but not filled with meaningless Eastern lingo. Diego is a true yogic force — very compelling and healing while not interfering too much with our personal space. Strongly urge anyone interested in yoga to check out his classes. The Best!

This review is long overdue as I’ve been blown away with this studio for quite sometime. Yoga Del– Sol is a fantastic studio and is truly a gem worth discovering. Going there is a treat! The space is beautiful, word pure comes to mind, and it’s always such a pleasure practicing there.
Diego is surely one of the best, if not the best instructor that I’ve ever taken. His extensive knowledge of practice and unique approach to teaching makes every class different and catered to the capacity and need of the students. While he spends a good bit of the class on his mat in front of the class showing exactly how each pose should appear, he spends a lot of time attending to students, correcting positions and offering modifications for those who have injuries or those with more advances capabilities who could go deeper into poses.
No matter whether you are coming into a yoga studio for the first time, or you are a yoga guru you’ll find yourself fitting right into the studio. While Diego teaches the majority of classes, his other teachers (I’ve taken Jennifer and Alexis) are also fatalistic offering different insights into yoga practice.
If you are looking to advance your yoga skills, master new poses, expand your capabilities, this is the place. I’ve visited a large portion of DC’s studios and none have offered me as much ad Yoga Del-​Sol. This is also a great place to practice if you have injuries and want to recover quickly and in a meaningful manner. On a final note, this is a great studio for both men and women!
This is truly the place where you’ll learn to love your mat, find focus and get your body to places you never thought possible.

Yoga del Sol was one of my favorite discoveries from a winter spent in DC. I was a newcomer to yoga (as in, «what’s a sun salutation?» new) but Diego soon had me converted. Diego has an amazing ability to teach to all levels– in the same class you might have total newbies like me alongside people who have been practicing for years, yet everyone would come out of class feeling challenged, centered, and ready to come back for more. I also had the opportunity to take a few classes with Alexis and really appreciated her enthusiastic and supportive attitude. I only hope I can find a studio and teacher this good back in Chicago, because my introduction to yoga at Yoga del Sol has me hooked!

I am a novice at yoga. I tried around 4 studios from Georgetown to Tenleytown before I decided to begin regularly attending classes at Yoga Del Sol. It has been a great experience for me. Everyone is very encouraging. I feel like I get a little better at yoga with every class. Diego Del Sol is an amazing instructor. I always think of the phrase «mindful meditation and movement» when I leave his classes. He is a truly gifted instructor. He seems to embody the discipline of yoga. I have also loved taking classes from the other instructors. They have slightly different perspectives on yoga so I feel like I am learning something new from each instructor with every class.
I have been amazed by how much practicing yoga for less than two months has helped with my running. I spent most of last year recovering from one injury after another. I have been trying to build back up to my usual 10 – 12 mile long runs. Yoga really seems to help work out potential pulled muscles.
I would strongly recommend Yoga Del Sol for anyone looking for a yoga studio for the novice to the advanced student.

Yoga Del Sol and Diego are the best yoga studio and instructor I can imagine. I wanted to try yoga to recover from an injury and bring more balance into my otherwise stressful life.
Yoga Del Sol offers group classes and private instruction. I opted for 10 private classes because of my injury, though I’m confident that the group classes would have been great as well.
Diego made me feel very comfortable and gradually introduced me to the principles of yoga, and set up a plan to allow me to continue my practice at home and while traveling.
I feel that in the US yoga has become a workout fad that misses yoga’s spiritual aspects and reduces it to merely a physical workout. I was looking for an approach to improve both mind and body, and that’s the exact approach that Diego has.
After only a few sessions, my general well-​being and stress levels have improved. I couldn’t be happier with the results!

I’m a convert. I learned and loved yoga practicing Vinyasa flow — with loud pop music and instructor-​improvised linked poses. It’s aerobic and exhausting, but in many regards a gym-​class experience.
What I discovered at Yoga Del Sol is refreshingly different. Diego and his hand-​selected instructors offer an alternative approach — more subdued, more ‘spiritual’, but just as demanding physically. There are challenging poses, linked movements, and a satisfying work-​out, but the music is low, instructor attention high, and chanting is not uncommon. It’s authentic, intense, and thoroughly cathartic.
I’ve had many had good practices at Del Sol, and like all the teachers (I can speak for Sarah G., Sarah H., and Tori), but Diego, the owner, is truly exceptional. His approach embodies the studio and the classes — minimalist, raw, and warm. His classes are always demanding and eclectic. But his true gift is making a routine practice transcendent. He is a rare talent.
I highly recommend Yoga Del Sol.

Diego’s holistic approach to yogic health embodying individual needs in mind, body, and spiritual wellness is unique and truly a gem to find. Teaching to access energy and relieve stress through teachings of the breath have been nothing short of eye opening for this DC busy-​body.
As a health coach I’ve even reviewed this studio, of the plethora you can find around here, on my business website.
It’s amazing to realize that we go through the majority of our day with more tension that realized and how often it causes us to hold our breath– which we learn to control in class to fill our bodies with loads of energy. This oxygen we’ve been holding out on and access to energy to do more in class!
Within one month, I made great strides in my practice, as a yoga practitioner for many years, that’s saying a lot. I had no idea I was putting so much of my asana into my joints. Diego helped me complete a full on tune up of myself.
I’d give more stars if possible. This studio truly deserves it. Give it a try and see what I mean…

I went to this studio because of Georgia. She is an amazing and positive instructor who has helped me achieve some poses that I didn’t think I could do. She is so supportive and always provides positive reinforcement. I had my first classes with Diego this week. I have been practicing on and off for about 5 years and he has the most unique and enjoyable approach that I’ve experienced. I could describe it as interval yoga with Pilates breathing. He pushes you really hard for a while then gives rest. It goes like that through the whole class. We integrated Pilates breathing techniques throughout. I have to honestly say that he healed me. I had been having severe back pain on and off for 3 weeks. The day after my first class with Diego I was healed. I feel like his feedback and adjustments are almost medical. He is truly gifted. Try his studio. You won’t regret it!!!