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About YogaSource Palo Alto
YogaSource is an independent yoga studio at 158 Hamilton Avenue in downtown Palo Alto. It was established in 1994 and marks more than 30 years in the city. The studio's phone number spells out 650-328-YOGA, which is 650-328-9642.
The studio's own history, written for its 30th anniversary, describes modest beginnings in a space on Alma Street with a sloping floor and plastic drapes to hold in the heat. A small group of regulars kept it going. Word then spread through a local running club and classes grew. After seven years on Alma Street, the studio moved to its current home on Hamilton Avenue. The anniversary letter also credits a longtime studio manager for moving classes online early in the Covid pandemic.
One detail from that history shows how much the studio has changed. In the early years, the founder writes, payments went into a bowl and records lived on paper and 3 by 5 cards. A longtime student helped move the studio to online software and credit cards around the time of the move to Hamilton Avenue. The website now has pages introducing the teaching team and the studio's community partners.
Classes
YogaSource says it offers more than 50 classes a week for students of all levels. The styles on its schedule include:
- Vinyasa and Power: flowing classes that link movement and breath, with Power at a stronger pace.
- Hot 26: a heated class built around a set sequence of postures.
- Yin and Restorative: slower, floor-based classes with long holds.
- Yoga Sculpt and Core+Strength: yoga combined with strength work.
- Hot Pilates and Barre: conditioning classes that sit alongside the yoga schedule.
The studio's Instagram adds that it runs workshops alongside the regular classes. The daily schedule is posted on the home page and in the YogaSource mobile app for iPhone and Android.
How it works
The biggest practical point is that YogaSource is a drop-in studio. It says you can drop in anytime and that it does not take reservations for classes. That makes it easy to fit a class around a workday downtown. It also means popular times can be busy, so arrive a little early to set up.
New students have a dedicated "New to YogaSource" section with special pricing and answers to common questions. The studio sells memberships through its website and runs promotions, such as a flash sale on unlimited memberships. The website also has a studio policies page worth reading before your first visit.
Workshops, trainings and more
Beyond regular classes, the studio runs workshops and trainings for students who want to go deeper, listed under its Trainings menu. It also offers workplace wellness and corporate yoga classes for local companies. A library of on-demand videos covers practice at home. A mailing list sends news on schedule changes, events and offers. The studio also posts upcoming workshops and special evening events on Instagram.
Who it suits
The wide schedule makes YogaSource a fit for many kinds of students. Runners and cyclists looking to stretch can pick Yin or Restorative. People who want a workout can choose Power, Hot 26 or Yoga Sculpt. Beginners are welcome in classes for all levels. The new student page explains how to start. Because there are no reservations, it also works well for visitors staying downtown for a few days who want to drop into a class without signing up for a membership.
Visiting
Hamilton Avenue runs parallel to University Avenue one block south, so the studio is close to downtown cafes and shops. The Palo Alto Caltrain station is roughly a 10 minute walk away. Street parking downtown is time-limited. Our parking guide explains the public garages and how the limits work.
A morning class pairs well with breakfast or coffee nearby; see our coffee guide. For an outdoor alternative on a clear day, our Stanford Dish hike guide covers the popular loop in the foothills. Contact the studio by phone or at [email protected] with questions.
Location and getting there
YogaSource Palo Alto is at 158 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, in the Downtown area of Palo Alto. Our Downtown guide covers what else is around.
The Palo Alto Caltrain station is less than a quarter mile away, a walk of a few minutes.
Parking: street spaces and city garages with posted limits (see parking in Palo Alto).
What is nearby
- Mendocino Farms, quick-service spot, under 0.1 mi
- Romi Boutique, store, under 0.1 mi
- Palo Alto Creamery, restaurant, under 0.1 mi
- Tacolicious, restaurant, under 0.1 mi
- Meyhouse, restaurant, under 0.1 mi
- Lytton Plaza, under 0.1 mi
- Pacific Art League, under 0.1 mi
- King Plaza and City Hall, 0.1 mi
Other fitness, dance and martial arts nearby: MNT Studio (under 0.1 mi); Palo Alto Bicycles (0.1 mi); Fjällräven (0.1 mi); VeloTech Cycles (0.1 mi). Browse the full fitness, dance and martial arts list.
Before you go
- Many studios offer a first class or trial pass. Ask before you buy a membership.
- Classes at popular times fill up, so book through the studio's app or website where that is offered.
- Bring water and check whether the studio provides mats, towels or rental gear.
About this listing
Checked October 30, 2026 against YogaSource Palo Alto home page; YogaSource: our story; YogaSource: contact. How our listings work. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently asked questions
Where is YogaSource Palo Alto in Palo Alto?
YogaSource Palo Alto is at 158 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, in the Downtown area. The nearest Caltrain stop is the Palo Alto Caltrain station, about 0.2 miles away.
Do I need to reserve a class at YogaSource Palo Alto?
No. The studio says you can drop in anytime and that it does not take reservations for its classes. Check the schedule on its website or app for class times.
What kinds of yoga does YogaSource teach?
The studio lists Vinyasa, Power, Hot 26, Yin, Restorative, Yoga Sculpt, Hot Pilates, Core+Strength and Barre, for students of all levels.
How long has YogaSource been in Palo Alto?
YogaSource was established in 1994 and has celebrated 30 years in Palo Alto. It began in a small space on Alma Street and moved to Hamilton Avenue after seven years.