Marydale’s Param Yoga Healing Arts Center

A great place for yoga, Reiki, meditation and interesting workshops on a variety of topics. Certification courses are offered here. All of them have a high level of integrity, reflecting the excellence of the owner Marydale. She is an inspiration not only as a yogi but as a genuine and caring individual. She has created a lovely sense of community at Param and is always reaching out with open arms to anyone seeking a little bit of peace in the valley.

I’ve been going to Param Yoga for more than five years. I’ve tried other yoga studios: Black Dog, Yoga Works, and yoga at Powerhouse Gym in Chatsworth. None of these other yoga classes compare with those at Param Yoga. I met Marydale at Powerhouse years ago when she taught there and absolutely loved her classes then. She left Powerhouse and taught at another gym but it was too far for me. Then, she opened her own studio which is very convenient for me and I love it. She is not only the very best yoga teacher EVER, she is the nicest person and truly cares about her students. She is more knowledgeable then any yoga teacher I’ve ever met, yet she doesn’t flaunt or show off her knowledge, rather she shares it. After each class she reads something from «Autobiography of a Yogi» or «The Yoga Sutras» or some other such book, and it gives us something to think about for the week. She may also do a ‘theme’ for several weeks, such as the Chakras. Marydale has been a student of Paramahamsa Yogananda nearly her whole life and has been practicing Yoga for well over 40 years, so she really knows what she’s doing. Also, it’s the ONLY yoga class I’ve ever attended where she asks «How’s everyone doing today? Is anything hurting?». Whatever the responses are, she will cater the class to that. Sometimes, we may all want to do hip openers. She also knows chair yoga, which is another great class. She is very respectful of everyone’s different abilities and reminds us that it’s not a competition and we should always go to the edge, never over, and stay in the breath.
Also, Marydale has other events at the studio such as musical events, craft sales, and now, starting 1÷6÷16 a wednesday night class to study each of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali led by Kriya realized master Paramahamsa Prajnanananda, on DVD. Yogachariya Richard Peterson is guiding us through these classes and last night’s class was great!
***********Another thing, if you really want something amazing, think about becoming initiated into Kriya Yoga. Marydale is having Kriya Initiations at her studio, and Richard is doing the actual initiation. I did the last one in November and I will honestly say I went into it because Marydale was encouraging me to do so. I had no expectations at all. That day in November has changed my life! There is not enough words, nor enough space on this computer for me to explain the why or the how, but I will say that I have so much joy in me right now and it is truly the most amazing feeling ever. I can’t explain it, but it’s beautiful and amazing.
There will be a pre-​initiation meeting where you can go and hear Richard talk about Kriya and I highly recommend you look into this. Call the studio or check the website for the next initiation date. If you want to give yourself the best gift ever, look into Kriya initiation! Om, Shanti, Shanti, Shanti, Om!

Param Yoga and Marydale have practically saved my life. I have a lot of anxiety and stress, and attending 3 – 4 times a week hugely helps. The people and community are very welcoming and positive. Many days I don’t want to go, then I do and every single time I am so grateful I did. My body and mind feel better every class. I LOVE MY YOGA and PARAM!

I tried the guest price, 2 weeks of unlimited Yoga for $ 25. The front desk lady is super nice! Everyone there is super nice and inviting and you can tell they have been going for awhile. I felt really good after each session, I went to three during the trial. It’s a little out of the way for me so idk if I’ll be joining, but I loved it here. They have tea and sometimes healthy snack samples always available. I would raid the candy dish. I love the instructor! Only thing I did not like which is totally out of the control of the studio but it is on a major blvd and during one of the sessions, my first one actually, a kid got spanked right in front of the studio and I could hear the whole thing, then the kid cried and stood right in front for a period of time. That took me out of zen mode but it was peaceful every other time I went. Maybe it was just a one off. Overall through, her prices are extremely affordable and I’m considering joining.

I’m still a very happy customer at this Center since my first review in 2013.
Marydale’s compassion and knowledge makes you feel very comfortable/​welcomed
in her business.
I’ve brought friends to her Reiki share sessions and recommended her to friends over the years, needless to say they became loyal customers as well.

Marydale is amazing! Her studio is lovely. If you’re in the area definitely stop in!

I am definately a fan of Param Yoga. Marydale & staff are very welcoming and friendly. I prefer going to a smaller studio as I feel that I benefit from it much more compared to a gym. I like that Marydale takes the time to walk around to check if you are aligned properly which is very important to me. I also feel a closeness within my community. Marydale also offers Reiki healing and workshops.

I went to one class, the Monday stress-​reducer. The facility is very nice and calming and Marydale herself is very welcoming. I don’t have much yoga experience so I can’t comment on the class itself other than it was relaxing.

I finally found my perfect yoga studio. Marydale is offering an excellent balance of physical and spiritual union which is what yoga is all about. After each class I feel highly relaxed physically and mentally. Substitute teachers are all perfectly chosen as well. I highly recommend Marydale’s Param-​Yoga.

Param Yoga opened a few months ago, the dream come true studio put together by an experienced and wise yogini, Marydale. The studio is very clean, beautifully decorated, modern and spacious. Everything is new and fresh at Param. You’ll find fresh flowers and purified water in the lounge area. The music, lighting, and overall vibe just brings me to a higher level. They feature yoga for serious physical improvement with an accent on spiritual development. I was impressed with their wide range of classes offered at all different ability levels. Check ‘em out!