It’s been an eventful April at DYU. And I wanted to recap a few lessons and experiences…. We hosted the spring cleanse and were met with many repeat members; a growing bi-annual tribe dedicated to cleansing mind-body-soul. Their final shares at the closing potluck, glowed with warm sparks of humor and honesty. Jeremy Wolf joined […]
Denver Yoga Underground is different….
Denver Yoga Underground is a safe, and welcoming haven for the deeper study of yoga. Established in 2003, we teach yoga as a holistic system–deepen the roots of practice and awaken hidden potential. Our select offerings include: weekly master classes, PWYC workshops and retreats. We specialize in (200 & 300 hr.) yoga teacher training.
- Practice in a welcoming and low key environment with like minded, yet diverse group of peers
- Study teachings that are rooted in history and tradition
- Deepen as a student and teacher of yoga
- Agents of Good Awards for Social Workers and School Teachers for Yoga Teacher Training
- New to Denver? Looking for your yoga tribe? You may have just found it.
Just a bit about me:
My name is Derik Eselius.
Personally, I was introduced to yoga on a rogue trip to India in 1991, just after highschool. My first yoga revelation….
“I had no idea that it was possible to feel so alive!”

This marked the beginning of a life long study – cultivated over decades by daily practice under masterful teachers, to whom I owe a great debt. After nearly 35 years of daily yoga practice (not missing a single day), I excel at teaching a full spectrum of time tested yogic methodologies including: asana, pranayama, meditation, applied wisdom-teachings, and lifestyle practices.
Denver Yoga Underground is a reflection of my best understanding of how to share classical yoga in contemporary society in a way that is both equitable and sustainable.
Here’s how we do it:
- Community
- o Holiday celebrations
o Student Practicums
o Open houses
o YouTube Channel
o Free YTT Research Guide
- Workshops & Retreats
- o Weekly Master Class
o Advanced teachers
o Classic yoga study
o Domestic & Int. retreats
o Holistic presentation
- YTT (200 & 300)
- o Seasoned teachers
o Dedicated Curriculum
o Deeper student
o Learn to teach
o AGA Awards
So glad you found us.
Love to meet you in person at a workshop, retreat, yoga teacher training, or just to chat over chai.


