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Join us under the glow of the Full Moon for a magical evening of yoga!

Flow, breathe, and connect with the lunar energy in this serene outdoor yoga workshop.

Remember to bring a blanket to keep warm!

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Ah-Fi-Ya

Located in a lush garden setting in Kingston, Jamaica, and led by Sonita Abrahams, Afya offers a calming and nurturing space to experience Health and Harmony with the calming yet vital energy of Yoga and the strengthening and toning of Pilates!

Inspired by “Afya”, a Kiswahili name meaning "health and harmony", our studio is rooted in the balance of body, mind and spirit. Our well trained and certified instructors are happy to guide you along with regular practice to experience an increase in physical, mental and spiritual well-being and a deeper awareness of self.

We welcome all students to begin your personal journey with our Afya family towards a healthier, calmer, fitter and happier YOU!

S W A H I L I P R O V E R B

"Afya ni bora kuliko mali."

Health is better than wealth.

Covid Protocols

Health,
Harmony,
Safety.

Here are some guidelines to be aware of as work together to ensure a safe Afya experience for all of our yogis.

All Classes held in our open-air studio
Most classes are streamed online via Zoom
Bring your own towel and yoga mat

Schedule

Class Schedule

Our current schedule for both our in-studio and online classes

may be viewed and booked through Momoyoga.

Schedule

How to Book Online

Our Rates

Teachers

The dedicated teachers at Afya Yoga, Pilates & Dance Studio are a big part of why we have become such a well-known yoga studio. Their commitment and passion are at the forefront of all that they do. Meet some of our team members below.

Sonita

Sonita is a pilates and certified Amrit Yoga Instructor with decades of experiences in fitness of mind, body and spirit. A student of yoga since her college days as a Fulbright Scholar, and subsequently as a Masters degree holder from The Johns Hopkins University in Health Services, Sonita strongly believes in the ability of yoga to help change a person's thoughts, create positive energy and attain a toned physique.

Keita-Marie

Keita-Marie is a testimony of the wonderful benefits of Pilates. In 2002, when she was told that she would never dance again after incurring injuries from an accident she started attending Pilates classes on the recommendation of her mother. She returned to the stage within months and in 2004 started training to become a Pilates Instructor. With over 15 years of experience teaching Pilates she has made it her mission to share the benefits of the Pilates system, not only as a fitness regimen, but as a rehabilitation tool to help people live healthier lives.

Alyssa

Alyssa grew up in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. For years she traveled all over the world, studying and teaching yoga. No matter where she was in the world, Alyssa always found her soul in nature. So here in Jamaica with countless waterfalls, rivers, mountains, forests and beautiful beaches she feel more connected than ever.

Alyssa is a devoted student as well as teacher and has particular interest in the meditative and philosophical aspects of the practice. Her asana classes are typically challenging, but always kind. She aims to bring together elements of strength, breath and movement to facilitate the flow of positive energy that can be taken off the mat, into your day.

Trishan

With over a decade of teaching, Trishan has developed a deeply nourishing style of sharing yoga that centres on whole-person wellness.

As a Kripalu trained Yoga Therapist and Yoga Alliance continuing education provider she accesses modern, research-backed practices and fuses them with the ancient wisdom teachings of Yoga and Ayurveda.

Every class is inclusive and Trishan is always willing and well able to adjust and modify for each student's needs.

Tina

Tina is a Kundalini Yoga Instructor who received her certification from The Kundalini Research Institute in New Mexico in 2011. Kundalini Yoga is called "the yoga of awareness." In her practice and teaching, Tina seeks to bring an experience of Jojy and Peace through accessing this deep awareness.

Tina began her personal practice over 40 years ago, studying Hatha Yoga with Ananda Marga and then at the University of Windsor, Canada, while doing her Bachelor of Commerce. She traveled extensively to do Kundalini Yoga trainings, and is a Member of the Life Force Academy, a school dedicated to teachers and students practicing Kundalini Yoga and Ayurveda.

Paula

Our fun loving cardio instructor gets your body in gear with energetic cardio exercise classes with weights, music and laughter. Wear sneakers, bring water, and a small towel. Be prepared to build muscle, stamina, sweat and have fun!

Samara

Samara guides Afya students through their journey to experience the healing benefits of Yin Yoga. A beginner-friendly practice., Yin becomes a time of inner reflection, meditation, and peace. The nervous system is calmed. the mind stilled, and the body returns to its natural healthy rhythm.
Yin balances the yang of our everyday lives helping bring the body into balance and homeostasis.

Helga

Helga has been practicing yoga for over 16 years. Initially trained in Iyengar methods her practice has developed into more fluid vinyasas that vary from gentle flows to more energetic ones to encourage practitioners to get to know their bodies and develop their strength and practice instinctively.

Brittany

Brittany has always been interested in how the body moves and exploring its optimal movement ability in every moment. Her interest started with her love for dancing transformed into practicing the art of Pilates which she has now been teaching for almost 7 years.

She loves how the mind’s connection to the body strengthens movement and conditions the muscles in a way that regular exercise does not always allow. The aim for a deep mind body connection provides the basis for her teaching style.

She also believes movement is an art form and must be fun and enjoyable, so in her class you will see fun twists and challenges on classic moves to keep things interesting and dynamic as you move together and watch your bodies transform.