Rooted in Tradition. Alive in Practice.
ABOUT
Shane Phillips — Rooted in Tradition. Alive in Practice.
His approach is distinctive: a keen, observant eye and clear guidance that leaves students feeling genuinely seen and invited into deeper practice. He helps practitioners build physical strength, stability, and freedom of movement while cultivating mental calm and grounded resilience.
Shane's journey reflects nearly two decades of immersive practice and close mentorship with senior Iyengar teachers—a rare lineage he honored while choosing not to confine himself to any single institution. In Los Angeles, he trained daily at YogaWorks Montana Avenue—a vibrant gathering place where leading teachers shaped a generation of practitioners. Welcomed as family, he learned through direct, hands-on transmission and built relationships with senior teachers that continue as a living dialogue. As an artist of form and communication, he continually refines how to share this work.
With this foundation and his mentors' encouragement, Shane moved to Paris in 2022 to carry the work forward in English. His wife, who studies with him, was instrumental in the move. His teaching reaches a growing local and international community—through Paris classes, privates, and an online home practice community—weaving classical Hatha precision with California openness. He continues advanced study with senior Iyengar leaders in India, Italy, and the United States.
Yogaś citta‑vṛtti‑nirodhaḥ.
— Yoga is the stilling of the changing states of the mind.
— Yoga Sūtra I.2 · Patañjali · translation: Edwin F. Bryant
APPROACH
Often called Embodied Alignment, Shane's teaching pairs precise, progressive form with attentive direction to cultivate physical intelligence and steady the mind. He teaches with compassionate authority, aiming to free students from limiting patterns. He creates a supportive, non-performative space where all levels work honestly; direct and often wry, he offers clear, practical instruction with warmth and exacting care—always with respectful consent.
His precise attention to how each person receives the work brings clarity and restores energy. Through hands-on refinement and progressive sequencing, he prioritizes breath, foundations, and core—cultivating listening and stillness—while addressing root causes of posture and tension. Experienced students find the depth they seek; newcomers find a clear path to steady progress.
Rooted in nearly two decades of mentorship and classical training, Shane has carved out a rare lineage-informed path, integrating wider influences without sacrificing technical rigor. He approaches yoga as a living craft—disciplined, technically rigorous, and shaped with an artist's attention to form and communication.
Sthira‑sukham āsanam.
— Asana is perfect firmness of body, steadiness of intelligence and benevolence of spirit.
— Yoga Sūtra II.46 · Patañjali · translation: Gurujī — B.K.S. Iyengar
CLASS SCHEDULE & UPDATES — PARIS & ZOOM COMMUNITY
Across 4 studios — 5e, 10e, 14e, 18e — In‑studio most days; select classes online.
For committed beginners through advanced practitioners. We practice together — from anywhere.
UPDATES
- Home Practice — Four weekly sessions via Zoom. Join Community
- Studio — Rasa (5e). We remain in practice here. Stay tuned for updates.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Legend: (Online) = Zoom — (In‑studio) = named studio (see studio page for full address & details).
Mondays
11:30 — Rasa (In‑studio, 5e)
18:30 — Inversions — Rasa (In‑studio, 5e)
Tuesdays
08:00 — Zoom (Online)
20:00 — Zoom (Online)
Wednesdays
09:30 — Beyoga (In‑studio, 14e)
18:00 — Ropes — Rasa (In‑studio, 5e)
Thursdays
08:00 — Zoom (Online)
11:30 — Rasa (In‑studio, 5e)
20:00 — Zoom (Online)
Fridays
11:00 — Beyoga (In‑studio, 14e)
18:30 — Ropes — Jivamukti (In‑studio, 10e)
Saturdays
13:15 — Rasa (In‑studio, 5e)
16:15 — Restorative — Jivamukti (In‑studio, 10e)
Sundays
11:30 — Jivamukti (In‑studio, 10e)
17:00 — Ropes — Mūnnshala (In‑studio, 18e)
19:00 — Restorative — Rasa (In‑studio, 5e)
SPECIALIZED GROUP CLASSES
Restorative, Rope Wall, and Inversion. These complement the weekly practice, deepening somatic integration for a complete, embodied experience. A bridge between group work and personal refinement.
PRIVATE SESSIONS
The foundation is built in group; the refinement happens in private. Focused, adaptive guidance that meets you exactly where you are. Learn to lead your own practice with clarity, confidence, and refined attention.
Updates and new offerings unfold here. Read about Shane and the approach here.
HOME PRACTICE COMMUNITY
Live from Paris via Zoom
Four sessions each week to practice together, as a community — to deepen practice, anywhere.
All levels welcome.
WEEKLY
75 minutes — Paris time
Tuesdays
08:00 — Join Zoom Class
20:00 — Join Zoom Class
Thursdays
08:00 — Join Zoom Class
20:00 — Join Zoom Class
Restoratives: last Thursday of each month.
HOW TO JOIN
Before you start
Enough space to extend your arms and legs. Helpful props (an open wall, blocks, strap, pillows, mat). Position your device so you can be seen.
How to join
No sign up. Simply find your weekly class day & time link above. Click 'Join Zoom Class' a few minutes before start time.
Support
Support the classes with a suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds. Practice is what matters.
Choose your commitment:
Unlimited — €60/month
One commitment. Everything else is practice.
Attend what calls you — all 16 classes each month, less than €4 per class.
Start anytime.
Auto-renews monthly or renew manually each month
Drop-in — €15
A single moment of practice.
First Class — Free
An invitation to begin.
