Ananda Shala is a full spectrum mind-body center, Shiva Rea Prana Flow® yoga & Power Pilates studio. We offer yoga classes, Pilates, meditation, special workshops, yoga teacher training and healing services including massage, reiki & ayurveda in beautiful downtown Frederick, MD.

"Ananda," is a Sanskrit term meaning a state of bliss, supreme joy, complete happiness, blissful. "Shala" means a special place of learning, gathering. Together, Ananda Shala is a place of bliss.

Our Mission Affects Everything We Do:
We welcome all individuals and every "body" into class. We help to the best of our ability to guide students into the most appropriate classes for them and to accommodate everyone's needs in each session.

We know that it can feel intimidating to step into a yoga or Pilates studio for the first time. We welcome you with open arms, hearts and smiles. As instructors, our goal is to help our students transform inside and out – mentally, physically and emotionally.

Our philosophy is "Come as You Are - Start Where You Are" a spectacular quote by Pema Chodron. We have classes and instructors to meet the needs of everyone and every "body.” From restorative and rehabilitative sessions to fitness-oriented classes for the athletic type, we have everything to offer with over 50 classes/workshops and trainings per week.

Ask about gentle classes to advanced classes. There's something for everyone! We will help you to connect through your breath and movement from the inside out to cultivate that inner strength, wisdom and freedom that resides inside each of us.