the practice
every session offered is rooted in two timeless principles: classic, old-school practice and modern movement science. throw a little mix of disco | punk | rock-n-roll in there and you have Shakti. i don’t chase activewear fads or viral workout crazes. Instead, my focus is on intelligent, intentional sequencing and breath work . no filters, no ego—just effective, functional flow that makes your body feel alive.welcome to the practice
yoga
" movement is the song of the body "
- vanda scaravelli
traditional yoga asana practice uses physical postures to ground the body while actively engaging Patanjali's Eight Limbs for complete mental and spiritual well-being.
The Sacred 8
Yama: Universal moral duties and social ethics.
Niyama: Personal disciplines and self-observances.
Asana: Physical postures that create stability and ease.
Pranayama: Breath regulation to control vital life force.
Pratyahara: Withdrawal of the senses from external distractions.
Dharana: Deep concentration on a single focal point.Dhyana: Uninterrupted, continuous meditation.
Samadhi: A state of profound inner peace and oneness.
group + private | yoga instruction offerings
pilates
"everyone is the architect of their own happiness"
- joseph Pilates
Pilates is a modern somatic ritual that reunites the spirit with the physical body, transforming movement into a moving meditation that aligns your outer shell with your inner essence. It relies on six core principles to bridge the physical and spiritual realms: Centering anchors your energy in your physical and emotional core; Concentration demands absolute mindfulness to quiet the mental chatter; Control teaches intentional ownership over every action; Precision honors the sacred geometry and alignment of the body; Breath acts as the vital life-force energy that cleanses the spirit; and Flow creates a seamless, graceful dance of energy .
group + private | pilates instruction offerings
the word
“To have meaning for hard work, makes the work meaningful. Through Maricarmen’s teaching and example, working your core really is to become radiant from the inside out. This hour long class not only presents hard work, but also a true understanding of why we are doing what we do. After completing several sessions, I stand taller, feel stronger and better about myself. I thoroughly enjoy the time spent with Maricarmen and the other students and continue to see strength and growth.” -jeannette W.“The Goddess Rising retreat was life-altering. I have never attended a yoga retreat and was quite skeptical at the beginning, but with Maricarmen’s incredibly inspiring, individualized teaching and her overall passion and love of every being, I have never felt better. Over the week, I forgot myself, found myself, and learned more about life through yoga and the friendships I developed with other Goddesses.” – jenny l.
the work
“Maricarmen is re-inventing yoga as we know it, or rather as the yogi’s for millennia have known it…and it’s brilliant.She has managed to morph vinyasa yoga into a wacky exploration of every nook and cranny that your body has never discovered. And I mean that.Every class is a new investigation into random quadrants of the body that allows one to open up not just the joint but also the mind in a never before experienced journey. I’ve had tremendous insights into my chronic pain struggles and long term joint issues as she leads us into spaces that have been in lock down for years, if not decades.It’s the willingness to be a kid again. Her yoga is the solution to chronic overuse syndromes, including classic yoga, like Bikram & Ashtanga, or any repetitive flow class.
Try it…you’ll never be the same."Colette Zygmont, DC . Owner Zygmont Chiropractic , Austin , Tx. Gifted Healer.
abs. asana. affirmations
$55 : September 26 th 1:30-3p
join maricarmen for a seasonal practice inspired by the transitional energy of Fall and the powerful wisdom of your third chakra — manipura, the energetic center associated with confidence, personal power, transformation, and inner fire.think strong core, sweaty flows, intentional movement, and seriously good vibes. We’ll move, groove, sweat, and create space to get clear on your deepest intentions for fall — what are you ready to release, what are you ready to step into, and what lights you up?
All Levels Welcome ! in turpis massa tincidunt
Refreshments provided by KTonic Kombucha and Bondi BowlsS
Sankalpa + Intention setting practices
Shakti yogini Baja retreat
$895 Deposit : April 2028
our retreats and experiences are life-changing events. Big statement. Right? Kind of gutsy to put that out there but it's true. It's true because I transform as well.
every. single. time.
oo picture, promo, article, or testimonial can convey what happens for real at one of the collectives. not even your best , most trusted confidant , grabbing you by the shoulders, shaking you with
" omg!! you have to do this!!".nope.
it takes something else. You have to trust your inner voice, step off and leap IN to get what goes on. they propel you to the best places and connect you in ways you can't believe.believe it.
the instructor
"It has taken me a very long time, a very long time, to give myself permission to fly and breathe fire" - siri hustved.".
Maricarmen has been practicing and teaching the physical arts for 25+ years. She holds multiple advanced certifications in Yoga, Pilates, Breath Sciences , Assisted Stretch and is a respected educator in a variety of wellness spaces. She splits her time teaching in Austin + leading retreats in Latin America and québec city.
copyright maricarmen wilson + inspired shakti 2026. photo cred josh ferrari