Shala

Thank you Mira and Jarret for creating Shala. I think about you daily when I’m away (is that creepy?) Your dedication to whole nurtured beings is inspiring. I’ve had many yoga instructors. Mira is the best. She’s also much more than that. She changes how I stand in line at the grocery store - both physically and mentally! I’ve learned to check in and ask if the the asana is working for me, not the other way around, to accept and to challenge. Thank you!

Shala is a gem of a yoga studio in so many ways. The space is peaceful, the community rich, and the teacher a master. If you are looking for yoga that will challenge and awaken I can't imagine that there is anywhere else in Durham or the Triangle where you will find this kind of beauty. Mira's instruction is so special. My body, mind, and heart are expanded through every practice.

The space is great and Mira is a very skilled teacher. I have been taking class with her for many years and I highly recommend.

I’m a guy that likes to do yoga and stretch out after a long day. This yoga studio has a great environment for all and it’s a comfortable place to be.

Shala offers a holistic yoga experience that honors and embodies the roots of this practice. If you are searching for something different in your yoga practice, Shala offers a unique experience not found in other Durham studios.

I moved to Durham 7 years ago, leaving a studio behind that I loved and thought I'd never replace. NOT TRUE! Mira is awesome and has provided me with true inspiration and great yoga since that time. I recommend her to everyone!

Shala is a wonderful community of caring people who come together for shared practice. I appreciate the honest, grounding approach to yoga, meditation and mindfulness inspiring me to look within for my own inner teacher.

I love this studio so much. Mira pushes me physically, mentally, and spiritually. Every class feels like an experience. I especially love the Thurs night expanding class - it almost feels like a workshop in that I learn something new every time.

Shala is different then any other yoga studio in Durham. This is a true home, wonderful community of great people surrounded and guided by intelligent, creative and experienced professionals Mira and Jarrett. You always will feel welcome, special, you will be heard and loved during your yoga or meditation practice and beyond. You have choices from sweet Flow Vinyasa and Hatha yoga to much more advanced Dig Deep classes and workshops, many special unique ways to learn old traditions and modern discoveries, to stay embodied and open your heart. Yes, and Shala has amazing music playlists, harmonium, Kirtan, and much more...

I always thought I hated yoga until my sister-in-law dragged me to a class that happened to be taught by Mira. This was right before COVID and so then I was super bummed to suddenly be without in-person classes. So when Shala opened this year I was so thrilled to have a regular place to be in Mira’s class. I’ve taken other yoga classes in the interim and they have all felt like just an exercise class. Mira’s class always leaves my body and mind and my heart too feeling challenged and stretched. She gives instructions that make me suddenly aware of parts of my body I did not know exist. The atmosphere is super friendly without feeling clique-ish at all. I never feel embarrassed if there’s something I straight up can’t do. And if there’s something you can do easily she always has suggestions for challenging yourself. If you’ve tried yoga in the past and thought it was anything other than awesome it’s basically just because you haven’t been to Mira’s class.