★ 5

Fabulous yoga/meditation hour with Paul. There was a little bit of a chanting, a short meditation and a beautiful guided yoga practice. Paul was helpful with modifications making this accessible to beginners and also challenging for intermediate practitioners. All the "equipment" was available- mats, blankets, blocks. The studio is serene and clean. Perfect way to spend a morning in Borrego Springs!

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★ 5

I just returned from a yoga retreat with Paul Penners. The entire experience was wonderful. I learned so much about myself and yoga as a practice. Paul’s approach is authentic, gentle and warm with a sense of humor. I highly recommend Paul as an instructor and guide and I look forward to attending another one of his retreats.

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★ 5

Paul was great. As a yoga first-timer it was important to me to have the right instructor that would take time and guide me in the right way. Paul was all of that and more! He also has a great sense of humor which helps while doing yoga as a beginner. I will be back.

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★ 5

Practicing with Paul is the quintessential example of what I feel a yoga class should be, embracing the body, mind and soul. His classes are challenging but not intimidating. Paul’s teaching style brings a graceful flow to the practice, making the entire class feel like a moving meditation. His attention on the breath truly aligns me to the reason I practice—to be present, to feel, and to remember what truly matters. With no reservations, I highly recommend to practice alongside Paul, whether it be in a class or at a retreat (hopefully, both). He creates a space that is welcoming and you yearning for more of his offerings. Paul is a Master Yogi!

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★ 5

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★ 5

Great experience! Paul’s class was so different then going to my regular Yoga 6 classes. Really enjoyed the flow.

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★ 5

Excellent yogi w wonderful ambience created in Casa del Zorro, desert resort getaway. He is gifted using musical accompaniment, I was v relaxed & energized. I was challenged to do my best effort. Would come again! Thx u

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★ 5

I took Paul’s meditation class at La Casa Del Zorro and it was a really beautiful experience. Paul guided us through several techniques and practices. My heart was filled up with love and gratitude. I highly recommend taking a class. Thank you Paul for holding that space and I hope to see you soon!!

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★ 5

I wasn't sure if I would be ready for Paul's recent hatha yoga retreat. Lots of things had been going on in my life, with many new, unexpected changes. I needed a real break to recuperate. Luckily, I decided to follow my intuition and see where it took me. What a wonderful decision! I felt guided and supported by Paul as he led the yoga exercises, and so welcomed by all of the participants. The natural surroundings were beautiful, too. Plus, he allowed us sufficient time to relax in between the yoga, meditation, and chanting sessions (which were optional, but I'd recommend doing everything!). I highly recommend Paul's yoga retreats to everyone who seeks a challenging, yet restful, healthy experience with a gifted yoga teacher and a very friendly and inclusive group of people.

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★ 5

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★ 5

I had an amazing experience attending Paul’s yoga class. I had not practiced yoga in four years and Paul created such a welcoming and laid back environment that I felt it all come back to me! Looking forward to our next visit to Borrego Springs to attend Paul’s class again!

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★ 5

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★ 5

Paul's class was fantastic. Very relaxing, healing and therapeutic! Loved it!

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★ 5

My fiancé and I popped in for the Yin yoga class. Neither of us had been feeling great, combined with a lot of driving and hiking. It was EXACTLY what our bodies and minds needed! If we could take this class multiple times a week we would. Our bodies felt incredible after. It’s a slow pace, great for every level, and really gives you the chance to breathe and settle into the postures and connect to your body! 10/10 recommend!

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★ 5

I've been practicing Yoga for over 30 years, and Paul introduced me to Ying Yoga which I was not fully aware of. What a difference it made to my body!! Paul offered modified positions as we went through the poses. I know my husband appreciated this, because he had not done Yoga in years. Paul is a lovely person who is exceptionally talented. I was grateful to have two sessions with him during our stay. I highly recommend Paul for anyone looking to learn Yoga, no matter their experience.

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★ 5

Paul really made a significant life changing impression on me! I had been to yoga 10 years ago and thought it was not for me. His light filled soul permeated the room with peace, tranquility, and inspired me to do what I thought I could not! Paul is very friendly and welcoming, and teaches, guides, with an airy, light, knowledgeable tone. The world is no doubt blessed with his amazing presence!

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★ 5

Thanks Paul. My wife and I enjoyed the session last week. Definitely will attend next we’re in the area.

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★ 5

Always one of the the highlights during my weekend getaways in Borrego Springs. Paul's yoga classes create a harmonious balance between body and soul, between flow and deep meditation. So grateful for his teachings, dank je wel!

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★ 5

We stayed at the Casa del Zorro not expecting to do yoga, but Paul's class turned out to be one of the highlights of our stay. A wonderful mix of meditation and flowing poses in a beautiful sunny studio served as a great workout and a peaceful start to the morning. I enjoyed Paul's energy, soothing voice, sense of humor, and his harmonium playing. We went from "let's just go check it out" to "We have to come back tomorrow!"

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★ 5

incredible flow class. Paul's class was the best yoga class I have been to all year and I go regularly at home. His flow is perfect for relaxing but feeling like you have moved. If you are in the area absolutely make it a priority to join

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★ 5

I was so happy to join in for Paul's class at Casa del Zorro. Excellent! Good for all levels.

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★ 5

Really fantastic experience! I went in with low expectations and left excited to return to the report and do it again the next day - all because of Paul. He was incredibly kind and welcoming. He taught a class that thoroughly satisfied both the beginners and experienced students. I could not recommend him and his class highly enough. He was a pleasure to experience the hour of yoga with.

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★ 5

I came for a vacation in casa del zorro and had a great unexpected experience with Paul. I've been practicing yoga for over 6 years, regularly, and I've enjoyed Paul's class very much. The breathing exercises, meditation, heart opening, the balanced challenge... I wish to experience it again.

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★ 5

My wife and I have been coming to La Casa del Zorro for about 15 years as our favorite place for a couple's-getaway. Since we discovered Paul's yoga class, we've enjoyed our getaways even more. Paul's approach is an excellent blend of stretching, building strength, and appreciating the calm in the desert.

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★ 5

When we checked into La Casa Del Zorro the front desk told us we had to try Paul’s yoga class. I haven’t practiced in a studio for about 8 years and was a bit nervous stepping back into one but something drew me to taking his class this a.m before we had to leave. He was FANTASTIC!! From the minute we sat down he helped us set an intention and led a beautiful practice combining a meditative state with our poses. I wish I didn’t live 3 hrs away because I would be a regular in his classes. One of the best times in the mat in a long long time. Thanks Paul!

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★ 5

I am new to yoga and Paul makes it very easy to learn and improve my yoga practice. I also did not know all of the different types of yoga until learning from Paul. When in Borrego Springs, I highly recommend attending a class with Paul at La Casa del Zorro!

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★ 5

Really, really good yoga class. We were blessed with Pauls Yoga Class during our stay in La Casa del Zorro. It was exactly what I needed. Felt sluggish before, was in lots of pain, left the class relaxed, energized and with less pain. Highly recommended!Go, if you have the opportunity.

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★ 5

I always enjoy Master Paul’s yoga classes. He always challenges you with a fun, compassionate spirit. I always walk away feeling lighter and happier. So grateful for the chance to share good energy with other yogis ❤️

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★ 5

Excellent experience of open-air Yoga class with complete immersion to the natural desolated apperance of up-scale La Casa del Zorro resort in Borrego Spring. Paul is a very experinced Yoga. Very unique experience. Plan to come back for Paul`s class in the future. THANK YOU, Paul!

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★ 5

I wish I lived closer- I'd take his class every day!

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★ 5

I've had the pleasure of attending Paul's yoga class at Casa Del Zorro and it is one of the main reasons we keep coming back to the hotel! After spending a day hiking its so nice to wake up the next morning and enjoy such an amazing class! Paul is so talented and each time we go we can't stop talking about how amazing the class was!

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★ 5

My recent yoga classes with Paul were great! He's a very supportive instructor and his classes are well structured.

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★ 5

Excellent retreat. I am a yoga teacher in La Jolla and have been practicing for 30 years. Paul is by far one of my best teachers. The retreat was Peaceful, restful, inspirational and fun!
I learned many beautiful practices I will share with my students 🙏❤️

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★ 5

I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to attend Paul's yoga class when I stayed at La Casa Del Zorro last weekend. Paul was a very welcoming yoga teacher and made us all feel very welcomed in his class. I didn't have a yoga mat or equipment with me, so Paul made sure that I had everything that I needed during class. He spent the first part of class teaching us breathing techniques that I have used many times after his class.

Paul's class was challenging to me since I don't practice yoga as often as I'd like to. Paul gave us modifications to try if we couldn't do the more challenging poses. He was gentle, encouraging and accepted people for where they were in their yoga abilities. He also made the class fun and had a good sense of humor.

I came away from the class feeling so much better! I wish that I lived closer to Borrego Springs because I would attend Paul's classes on a regular basis! I'd love to attend one of his yoga retreats someday. Paul was by far one of the very best yoga teachers! Not only was he a great teacher, he was a very nice and kind person!

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★ 5

I have been taking this yoga/meditation class on my trips to Borrego for several years and it’s absolutely my favorite class. It’s one of the things I most look forward to on my vacations here.

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★ 5

Paul is a delightful and warm yoga/meditation instructor. It's obvious that he practices what he teaches. Unlike a lot of yoga studios, he guides yoga in a more traditional, authentic and meditative way by incorporating breath with movement and technique. He shares his vast knowledge and skills in a fun and playful way at times and is encouraging with more complex postures. I also enjoy practicing outdoors with nature as birds sing and palm trees sway with cool breezes. Every lesson I took was unique as Paul stayed present to the needs of the class. His hour long seated meditation classes are a treat, too which includes chanting, breathing exercises and sitting in stillness. I live out of town and I plan my trips to Borrego Springs around his class schedule because I always feel uplifted and renewed after his classes.

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★ 5

I am so excited to take future classes of Paul’s. I love the focus on breathwork and connection of mind/body. I have been doing Yoga for about a year now and feel like I hit the jackpot here in Borrego with these classes. What an authentic and peaceful experience.

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★ 5

I had the pleasure of attending one of Paul's Borrego Yoga classes. I found him to be an excellent teacher and extremely helpful to all the students. I certainly held poses I think I have never done before. Thanks for a great class!

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★ 5

Paul is an excellent yoga teacher. He is joyful and helps make your yoga routine a spiritual experience as well. He gives options to all levels of practice during his classes.

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★ 5

I enjoyed two of Paul's yoga classes while staying at La Casa del Zorro, and appreciated his careful planning and carrying out of a variety of yoga poses. I also liked his introduction and incorporation of breathing and meditation actives into the practice. And to top it off, he plays the harmonium beautifully. when in the area again, i would love to take more of his classes.

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★ 5

Paul offers a peaceful, expansive, spiritual and enlightening meditation and yoga practice. You will want to return for more!

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★ 5

I highly recommend yoga with Paul at La Casa del Zorro - get ready for an amazing peaceful, energetic yet relaxing experience in the Borrego Dessert under the green palms and beautiful blue sky.

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★ 5

Paul is an excellent yoga teacher, and emphasizes mindfulness and a focus on breathing. His classes are peaceful, and the tone of the class is non-judgmental, inclusive and kind. We love his classes and go every time we visit Borrego Springs.

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★ 5

I’ve had the lucky experience of attending Paul Penners yoga classes at Casa Del Zorro three days a week for the last six months. I’ve practiced yoga for 26 years - Paul has guided me to positions I never thought I’d be able to reach. Combined with his breath exercises, music and gentle persuasion, I’m genuinely impressed with his instruction. Truly a world class yogi!

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★ 5

Paul's yoga classes are a highlight for me in Borrego Springs. The quality of instruction and knowledge he has for the practice are excellent. I would use three words to describe these yoga classes: kindness, relaxation, strengthening. Many thanks.

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★ 5

I first attended one of Paul’s yoga classes at La Casa del Zorro while staying at the resort about 6 months ago. My expectations were pretty low, as some other hotel yoga classes I’ve attended have seemed like an afterthought, one time we were put into a spare banquet room off of the hotel lobby, not a dedicated space for yoga. This class at La Casa del Zorro, however, far exceeded anything I could have expected.

First off, I entered a beautiful yoga studio that is pristinely clean, very peaceful, having a very comfortable temperature even when it’s hot outside, with a closet full of mats, blocks, straps, and everything I’d need for my session.

Paul Penners is the yoga teacher at the resort, and his warmth and welcoming attitude to students of all levels made me instantly comfortable at my first class. I saw him help some beginners set up their mats, which was very kind. He uses some humor during the class which makes yoga fun for anyone who wants to try it for the first time. And as a regular yoga student, I was very challenged by his flows, and I loved the meditation time at the end of the class.

I recently had the pleasure of attending Paul’s 4-day yoga and meditation retreat at La Casa del Zorro. I cannot say enough about how deep into my yoga practice Paul led me. The group of about 10 students at the retreat were of widely varying levels of experience and abilities. One person was only able to sit in a chair during the classes due to some physical limitations, and Paul was endlessly accommodating to whatever needs any of the students had. He expertly shifted from intensely serious to lightheartedly funny. We laughed, we did challenging yoga flows twice daily, we meditated for long periods of time, we did journaling together, we learned about chanting, and we spent some time hiking in the beautiful Anza Borrego desert. Experts to beginners would find this retreat very satisfying and educational, I loved it!

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★ 5

Paul far exceeds western culture's image of a "yogi" - creates a depth of guidance unlike any mind/body experience I'd yet experienced; taking my practice to an unheard of level. Perhaps, one only found in the spiritual bastion of India. Be prepared to have your expectations trivialized

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★ 5

Life changing experience at the 2019 Yoga/Meditation Retreat at La Casa Del Zorro. Morning meditation, yoga, Kirtan chanting, and Fonts Point were all so special to me. I would most definitely go back again!

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★ 5

Best yoga practice ever! Paul is an outstanding teacher, guiding yogis of all levels to stretch their experience and reach a deeper level of presence. A highlight of my Winter sojourn in this region!

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