Del Sol Yoga & Kung Fu

"I have been training in Kung Fu there now for two years. Sifu Leverett has created an environment that supports the growth and training of a wide range of students. Come for a class and check it out."

"My son and I are students at Del Sol. Highly recommend if you are looking for authentic Kung Fu teachings along with an extremely positive environment. Great for kids and adults. We have a lot of fun and the workouts will get you in shape both physically and mentally. Sifu Leverett is an amazing teacher and human."

"I have practiced yoga 13 years and completed a 200 hour training 10 years ago in San Antonio, Texas. I enjoyed my first training, but I never felt I had what I needed to begin teaching. Four years ago, I joined a studio in Austin, Texas where I first met Claudia and Thomas. Being introduced to their style of yoga sparked a deeper passion for yoga. Soon after, they left that studio to dedicate their time to their own studio. The next three years, I tried a yoga class at nearly every studio in Austin essentially “interviewing” where to revisit a 200 hour training. I found a studio with a reputable name and was days away from signing up. Before I did, I decided to visit Del Sol for the first time to see what Claudia and Thomas had been up to. I walked in and immediately felt I found my home. The energy of the space vibrates at a higher level than any studio I have ever been to. I have never been greeted with such community from strangers. I wanted to be a part of all Del Sol had to offer, so immediately signed up for Del Sol’s next 200 hour training. I am so glad I did. I went through Del Sol's 200 hour six week intensive. The lectures are on another level. We dove deep into the various levels of the goal of yoga, from its history and ancient teachings to how its effectiveness is being validated through modern/western science. The asana foundation of our training was in Ashtanga, and learned to teach that before we moved on to Hot Vinyasa, Slowburn, and Yin. We also practiced anapana meditation daily and I can’t imagine teaching yoga without a deeper understanding of anapana meditation and it’s benefits. I am most grateful for Del Sol’s approach to anatomy and assisting. They thoroughly taught us (through discussion, various diagrams, and videos) that every person is built differently. Ever person has also has their own story from injuries, surgeries, habits, etc., meaning no posture will ever look the same on two people. Teaching only from the way something looks can create new mental-physical imbalances in someone, especially students new to yoga. This brought about a different approach to how we lead a class: we queue an action rather than the name of the pose and without modeling. Their studios lack mirrors so we aren’t tempted to compare or impose expectations on ourselves. Our Slowburn module was even done blindfolded. We practiced yoga blindfolded and learned to teach yoga to a group of beginners while they were blindfolded. Practicing in this way was life changing. Removing the barrier of vision brought the practice further inward, and to my surprise, my asana practice rapidly progressed; I actually did a forearm stand and handstand for the very first time, and I happened to be blindfolded. Being able to fully grasp how to feel movement, rather than mirroring what something looked like, has changed my practice forever and has made me a better and more compassionate teacher. My teaching foundation is now based on sensation. How to queue and guide someone through movement, directing energy, and through the sensations that arise. This means I will be able to teach to anyone, at any level of yoga or with any mind-body-soul limitation to find healing in a sacred space. This is vastly different from today’s prevent and potentially damaging “instagram” mentality where chasing a beautiful pose is the goal. Thirteen years of yoga has helped my body untwist from painful scoliosis. My postures looked far from perfect on day one and some are still far from what some would call "proper form” visually, but yoga is a tool that has brought about better posture. The journey, not the goal. Yoga teachers elsewhere, even recently, criticized my asymmetry. I am grateful to have a strong foundation in anatomy so I will never make anyone feel like other teachers have made me feel. Del Sol taught me how, with the right formula and teacher, yoga is the ultimate bio-hack that’s thousands of years old. Two months later, I am humbled to have already taught yoga to beginners at two retreats with great feedback."

"I have been practicing yoga for many years, and hands down, Del Sol Yoga and Kung Fu is my favorite studio in Austin!! I can't say enough about the community they have created. Their yoga classes have been a part of my daily life for five years, as well as for my son in the Kung Fu program. I adore Claudia and Thomas (the owners) and their team of professionals that are warm and welcoming. A nice variety of classes, along with lots of other amazing, family-friendly events. I highly recommend this studio—yoga, Kung Fu, fitness, and community on the next level. Luckily, I live nearby, but they are so good, people drive long distances to be a part of this unique community. Well worth a visit!"

"Del Sol is the epitome of an all encompassing yoga community... Full of heart, love and of course fire to help you push through your edges when they come up. Thomas and Claudia are truly accepting of all beings and open you with open arms. The Hot Vin & Slow Burn classes will not only make you sweat, but leave you with some solid life nuggets to bring with you off your mat. All teachers at the studio further embody utmost respect and love for the yoga practice. Come for one class, you'll be hooked ;)"