We Are Yogachill Studio

As a respected Yoga Studio based in the Tamuning area, our main goal is to lead others down the long path of discovery that yoga provides. Whether you want to move your body, reach spiritual growth, or be more present, we know you’ll benefit from our practice.Since 2008, Yogachill Studio has been known for its expertise and commitment to each and every student, no matter their needs or skill level. We are proud of the dedicated following we have built and look forward to welcoming you to our yoga family.

About

Jo Ichihara 500 E-RYT

Owner & Yogachill Instructor

Sharath Jois

David & Jelena

Ravi Chanchani (Senior Iyengar), O.P. Otwari

(Kaivalyadhama Yoga) A.G. Mohan (Svastha Yoga & Ayuveda) Sharath Rangaswamy (Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga

Nancy Gilgoff

Manju Jois

David Williams

In 1998, yoga became Jo Ichihara’s passion. She decided to travel to the U.S., Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia, England, Taipei, Japan, and India in search of a greater understanding of yoga. Jo has studied yoga with many great gurus such as Baba Hari Das, Emil Wendel, Manju Jois, Sharath Rangaswamy, Mark & Joanne Darby, Nancy Gilgoff, John Scott, Anthony “Prem” Carlisi, David Swenson, Ken Harakuma, Julie Martin, Kranti, Kino McGregor, Tarik, Tim Miller, David & Jelena and many more. In 2003, she opened her first yoga studio in Saipan, and in 2005, she was given the opportunity to teach yoga in Indonesia and Singapore.

In 2016, Jo was diagnosed with Stage 3B Lung Cancer (Genetic mutation). In 2019, Stage 4, Mets to the brain. She believes that Ashtanga vinyasa has been one of the main factors in her survival. Jo’s practice has evolved to another level of patience and humility as she continues her battle with Cancer.

Her philosophy and understanding of yoga has its foundations from her training with Baba Hari Das at Mount Madonna Center and her physically intense teaching style is strongly influenced by Pattabhi Jois, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga.

Although Jo teaches a very physically challenging yoga class, she is very compassionate toward all students. When starting Jo’s class students are reminded to discover their own physical limitations and to respect their current state of fitness by learning to surrender and take a break.

Jo has received her instructor certifications through Purple Valley Center in India, Mount Madonna Center in California, Manju Jois in Maui, Ashtanga Yoga Center—Tim Miller in California, Elements Within in Hawaii, Radi8 Hot Yoga in Arizona, and David & Jelena in Canada. She is also registered by Yoga Alliance to certify teachers (500 E-RYT). Yogachill is an approved Yoga Alliance 200-hour Registered Yoga School (RYS).