Diana Christinson​

Author, Teacher, Founder,  and Inspirational Guide​

 From a young age, Diana Christinson knew her mission was to inspire people to live to their highest and fullest potential. Over the past three decades, she has guided thousands of students and readers through practices that cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and peace.

Diana’s journey began with years of study in Japan and Thailand, where she immersed herself in Asian philosophy and holistic health practices. She later earned her Master’s degree in Psychology and continued her education in India, studying yoga, meditation, and breathwork with master teachers for more than a decade.

In 2004, Diana founded Pacific Ashtanga Yoga Shala in Dana Point, California, a thriving community dedicated to growth, health, and inspiration. Through the Shala, she has taught yoga postures, meditation, philosophy, and breath practices, while fostering a supportive space for transformation.

Beyond the studio, Diana has shared her expertise with diverse groups including college students, cancer survivors, people in recovery, corporate teams, and wellness communities. Her teachings blend psychology, philosophy, and the mind-body connection, making ancient wisdom accessible and relevant in modern life.

As an author, Diana extends her reach to readers seeking growth, balance, and mindful living. Her writings capture decades of practice and study, offering practical tools to reduce stress, increase clarity, and discover the “golden self” within. Today, Diana continues to teach, write, and inspire—helping people from all walks of life embrace change, cultivate inner peace, and live more mindfully from the inside out.

“I believe if you are thirsty for inspiration, you will find it. If you are willing and open to growth and change, this journey will transform you. I believe that life is a gift and an extraordinary adventure.”
- Diana Christinson

Author

For three decades, Diana has been teaching transformative practices that guide people in self-study, shifting to become the best version of themselves, and creating the life they want to live. She envisioned sharing her work beyond the yoga and wellness community, to reach anyone seeking growth, change, less stress and greater peace. Now a published author, Diana looks forward to continuing putting her teachings to paper for readers from all walks of life.

Teacher

Diana teaches yoga, breathwork, meditation, and gratitude practices that help people bring holistic health into daily life. With a background in psychology and philosophy, she has guided individuals, families, and communities worldwide. Her work extends beyond her yoga school to reach students, parents, wellness groups, corporate teams, cancer survivors, people in recovery, and countless yoga teachers through workshops and retreats.​

Founder

Pacific Ashtanga Yoga Shala in Dana Point, CA. 
​Dedicated to student growth, inspiration and health. In addition to our full schedule of yoga classes the Shala offers teachings on yoga asana (postures), breath practice, meditation and philosophy. 
​PacificAshtanga.com