Armed with years of experience practicing yoga, and a talented group of instructors, Bikram Yoga Palm Desert- EL PASEO  under the guidance of Owner, Ann Marie Palma,  embarks on a new and exciting path!   We welcome everybody to Bikram Yoga Palm Desert – Our small yoga studio with a big yogi heart. This is truly a student’s studio!

 

 

WE are PROUD  to bring you:   BRAND NEW ASEPTIC FLOORING  – OUR GIFT TO OUR STUDENTS WHOM WE ARE TRULY GRATEFUL FOR!!   We are the ONLY studio in the Coachella Valley to have LONSEAL PERFORMA  FLOORS!!  CARPET is  OUT!!  Air Quality in standing series  is more pure as well as what you stick your nose down when practicing floor series!!  No chemicals for cleaning!!!
In  JUNE  2017  we unveiled our beautifully remodeled Sudio…………..  All new ceilings, Flooring , Completely remodeled bathrooms, Fresh paint including Venetian Plaster in the reception area, new HVAC system and new decor!!

 

We are centrally located within the Coachella Valley, in Palm Desert, CA on El Paseo. 15 minutes from Palm Springs, and Indio.

We invite you come get sweaty with us and join the family!

Ann Marie Palma

Owner/Director of Bikram Yoga EL PASEO Palm Desert
Certified Bikram Yoga Instructor

HI   I’m Ann Marie and I’m a Registered Dental Hygienist. Years of bending over patients resulted in a back injury. At the urging of one of my patients, Denise Abraham, founding owner of Bikram Yoga Palm Desert, I began practicing Bikram Yoga. That was back in 2003. My back pain dissipated and my mobility improved. Additionally I reaped a host of other benefits like weight control, concentration , skin health , sleep restoration, the list is endless. My passion for Bikram Yoga and my desire to help others with their health issues led me to Bikram’s college of India for teacher training exactly 8 years after I started practicing. On August 1, 2012 my beloved teacher who lovingly ran her amazing studio by cultivating and nurturing us students for 10 years handed the torch over to me. How blessed am I to have been trained under such an amazing person and to be chosen to carry on and keep her dream alive!

In addition to teaching,    I   practice consistently and have taken numerous continuing education classes,(some designated solely for teachers,)  in order to bring back to my studio the upmost quality and consistency and to provide all students with an amazing experience!! In 2015 I completed Yin Yoga Teacher Training with Bernie Clark in Vancouver, Canada and that education gave me even greater insight into breathing techniques, body types, and bone articulation. This additional training compliments the Bikram Series as well as adding the additional class of Yin Yoga on to our schedule. In 2017 I completed the Inferno Hot Pilates Teacher Training with Gabi Walters, the founder of Inferno Hot Pilates. The addition of this class on our schedule mixes in some lively music and different movement, but Bikram Yoga is still my greatest passion and it has by far the most healing benefits of all.
We have a very special studio, its a sacred space that provides a mind/body safety zone!  Come join our family. Come sweat with us. I look forward to welcoming you to the hot room!  NAMASTE`

 

 

Instructors

Instructors at Bikram Yoga Palm Desert have been certified by Bikram Choudhury. They have completed a rigorous nine week training session requiring over 500 hours of instruction. This includes anatomy, therapeutic application, health benefits, and philosophy of Yoga.

Your experienced teachers will guide you through precise teaching techniques in a safe and effective manor  helping you to maximize all of the wonderful medical benefits!

 

KRISTIN SCHWARTZMAN:

STEPHEN  KALEDA:
Stephen took his first yoga class in May 1999 with the intention of finding a method of exercise that was enjoyable. What he got was a lesson, not only in physical exercise, but also in intention, self inspection and what it’s like to be in the absolute moment. The lesson has never ended. ! In 2003 Stephen completed his first yoga teacher training. He went to Palm Desert CA and started to teach and began to see the pure joy of the yoga practice in his students. With completing three more trainings in 2005, 2009, and 2014 Stephen has also developed and participated in teacher trainings, private classes and workshops. ! All of his classes are taught from the heart. ! Stephens classes can be challenging, humorous, and are always filled with gratitude. His students have become his greatest teacher.

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRANK SAMUYO:

A  BIKRAM YOGA PALM  DESERT- EL PASEO  FAVORITE!!  You never know what your going to get in a Frank Samuyo class!!   Habla Espaniol? You may get one set in Spanish and one set in English,  or  a little  Spanglish!!  AND   there is no doubt that you will break out a laugh along with the sweat!!  Being in Frank’s class is like the comedy hour!   Frank  started his practice AND  teaching career right here at BYPD and no matter how far he strays from home, he and his beautiful  Yogini  are sure to loop back and spend some time with us!!  Formerly   Owner of  Bikram Yoga  Playa Del Carmen Frank has traveled and taught  world wide!!  You wont want to miss his class!!

 

 

 

 

ANGELINE  PRIEFER-CHASE:

ANOTHER BYPD  favorite is the beautiful  (inside and  out)  Angeline Priefer- Chase.   Angeline will put you through your paces with her knowledge and her energy!   She and her comedian Yogi (Frank Samuyo- see above)  have been our world travelers.  Their vast teaching experiences world wide have made them an invaluable asset  to BYPD.  Angeline’s  amazing postures exhibiting precision and elegance afford her the ability to really hone in on proper technique during her teachings!!  We live vicariously through her travels and always welcome her back !!!   You wont want to miss her class!!

 

 

 

TAVI  STUTZ:

 

Special GUEST TEACHER  from LA!! We are so fortunate to get this AMAZING TALENT come and guest teach and do workshops 2-4 times per year!  A very accomplished young man,  Tavi’s credits go far beyond being a Certified Bikram Instructor.  Tavi has toured with the Bolshoi Ballet,  Cirque du Soleil and Cirque Bizerk!!!!  He is currently involved in his own project:   Deconstruction Arts.  His gifted take on the Bikram Series is invaluable for those recovering from injuries!! His focus is on breathe, core, balance and alignment!!  If you are lucky enough to be in town when he’s here, taking his class is a must!!!

 

 

 

ALIX  SPEARS:

ANOTHER AMAZING Yogini  who got her start right here at BYPD- El Paseo!    Alix  has a very special place in our hearts!!!  Alix graduated in  Fall 2013 and burst on the scene like no other!    She quickly worked  her  way into our hearts  with her   incredible energy and sweet disposition!!!!    Alix lives in China  currently but frequently returns   for a temporary stints –  or maybe longer!!   Her funny analogies will give you a chuckle and her classes promise to deliver!!