Peter Bartesch

Who is Peter?

I’m a person who enjoys life, making connections, and teaching yoga and philosophy to whoever wants to learn.

I enjoy teaching to all people of all capacities.

My teaching starts with my energy.

I teach from a place of passion and a place of embodiment.

Movement has always been a part of my life.

My teaching is informed by my background as a wrestler and a body builder.

My teaching is informed by my love of movement, play, focus and appreciation for so much.

My teaching is informed by years of study and practice.

I believe you can only teach what you practice.

I teach about the power of the body as a portal into energy states and ways of being.

It is mind-body-spirit coherence which brings true health and happiness.

How to create this coherence is my life’s work.

And in an age of artificial intelligence, I’m ever more grateful for the human to human connection.

I hope to be of service to help you reach your goals and aspirations.

When I am not working one-on-one with my clients, teaching classes or leading retreats, you can find me hiking the hills of Northern California & the Eastern Sierras.

My Services

  • One on One Coaching

    I work one-on-one with clients to help you reach your health, fitness and wellness goals. I work with a broad spectrum of clients, all with specific tailored needs. Whether it is sports specific performance, rehab, injury prevention, weight loss or general fitness, I approach each client from a holistic, individualized stance. I have been working one-on-one with clients for over 20 years. I am excited to help you reach your goals!

  • Retreats

    I lead group retreats around the world. Some retreats are focused on diving deep into personal growth, embodiment practices and exploration, while other retreats are focused on cultural experiences and tourism. I also host men only retreats. Retreats are the perfect opportunity to grow and learn a lot in a short period of time. Get outside your comfort zone and make memories that will last a lifetime. Where will we go next?

  • Public Classes

    One of my greatest honors is to be a part of a greater community in Marin Country and San Francisco, teaching what I love most to the Bay Area California. Check out my public teaching schedule to get a sliver of what I practice and how I am informed about yoga, philosophy and consciousness.

Mission Statement:

To amplify love, strength, growth, deeper understanding and teachings in the world.

Upcoming Retreats

  • Italian Dolomites, July 6-12, 2026

    Join me for a week in the Italian Dolomites. We will have daily focused yoga practices followed by day hikes in the mountains, an e-bike tour, an Italian cooking class, a winery tour, and plenty of time to enjoy the spa and amenities of the beautiful Hotel Kolfuschgerhof!

    For more info and to sign up visit:

    https://peterbartesch.iamfit4travel.com/

    Book Here

  • Japan, October 11-18

    Join me for my favorite country to visit, Japan! Japan is a wonderland of cultural experiences with a sense of reverence around every corner. Delicious food, natural hot springs, temples and nature are all part of the daily itinerary. We will be staying at a Zen temple that has been converted into an inn with its own natural hot spring (onsen) in the Izu Pennisula. Followed by three nights in Kyoto, the cultural capital of Japan.

    More info here

PUBLIC TEACHING SCHEDULE:

SUNDAY - 10:30am @ Metta Yoga, San Rafael

MONDAY - 10:45am @ Metta Yoga, Corte Madera

TUESDAY - No Class

WEDNESDAY - No Class

THURSDAY - 5:30pm @ Cloudbreak, Sausalito

FRIDAY - 10:45am @ Metta Yoga, Corte Madera

SATURDAY - 9am @ Yoga Shala, San Francisco & 11am @ Castro Room, San Francisco

  • “A good teacher masters the art of communication at its highest level. I have taken classes with Peter in Yoga, Pilates, and TRX and his ability to cue in so many manners and with such precision has progressed me further in my practice and allowed me to see better results than with any trainer or instructor before. Peter takes passion in his path and shows a lot of personal attention to his attendees progression…a rather unique quality in a group teaching situation.”

    Tessa

  • “I’ve been a regular at Peter’s classes. Peter’s classes have helped me significantly rebuild my strength and flexibility as well as correcting everyday posture and alignment issues from all the sitting and stress of an intense corporate leadership role. He’s helped me unlock multiple inversions and arm balances that are now incorporated into my everyday yoga practice. I have learned so much from him about the depth of the practice.Thank you Peter for sharing the light from within and helping me find mine again!”

    Monica

  • "Peter is a fantastic, gifted instructor, and I try to sign up for his classes whenever I can. Every class is different and challenging, and he always provides modifications (both up and down), both in the beginner and advanced classes. He has a knack for getting me to push my limits while still enjoying the class. He is completely nonjudgmental about where you are and meets you there, even giving individual attention when needed without slowing the class down."

    Susie

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Excited to hear from you! What can we build and accomplish together?

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