TRANQUIL TREE
Organic Form. Raw Space. Yoga Studio in San Diego.
Pacific Beach Studio
Daily Ashtanga-inspired Yang flows, Yin with crystal sound bowls, NADA acupuncture resets, and Thai massage restorative practices in a raw, minimalist space.
Bespoke Private Sessions
Customized 1-on-1 movement, pranayama, and acoustic sound journeys designed precisely for your anatomical goals and mental recovery.
Corporate & Hotel Wellness
Turnkey, premium yoga and mindfulness programs for luxury boutique hotels, executive retreats, and forward-thinking corporate teams.
Quality Over Volume. Lineage & Craft.
Rooted in traditional Ashtanga discipline and refined through restorative acoustic resonance, Tranquil Tree offers a sanctuary built for physical strength, joint mobility, and nervous system recovery. By maintaining intentionally intimate class sizes, we preserve alignment precision, individualized care, and true human connection—prioritizing the depth of your practice over mass-market fitness models.
Studio Memberships & Passes
Flexible options designed for consistency, recovery, and conscious movement in Pacific Beach.
The Tranquil
For those who want complete access, monthly recovery, and deep flexibility.
- Unlimited Yin, Yang & Meditate
- Unlimited Reset & Restore
- Founding bonus: 1 Complimentary 30-Min Massage per month when you join by Nov 1, yours for as long as you stay a member
- Exclusive 6-month priority booking window
- 50% Off Massage sessions
- Full Tranquil TV on-demand library access
- 1 Guest Pass per month
- Cancel anytime
The Practice
For committed students who want flexibility, consistency, and savings.
- Up to 3 classes per week total
- Up to 2 weekly classes: Yin, Yang & Meditate
- Plus 1 weekly class: Reset or Restore
- Extended 2-week advance class booking
- 1 Guest Pass Per Month
- Cancel anytime
The Root
Rooted Freedom. For those who want ultimate flexibility in how they practice.
- • 1 Credit: Yin, Yang & Meditate
- • 2 Credits: Reset & Restore
- • 3 Credits: 30-Min Massage
- Use across yoga, restorative experiences & treatments
- Shareable with one guest
- Valid for 12 months
Drop In
Single session access for complete schedule flexibility.
- Full access across all class offerings
- Yoga, Restorative & Specialty Movement
- Mat & Prop Access Included
Our Faculty
Master practitioners guiding intentional movement, breath regulation, and deep recovery.
Mehdi Khiati
Guided by Moroccan heritage, ocean presence, and over two decades of physical movement practice. Crafting intentional spaces, Ashtanga-inspired flows, and acoustic sound journeys.
Dr. Amy Lathrop
DACM & Department Chair at Pacific College of Health & Science. Expert in psychoneuroimmunology, NADA ear acupuncture, and somatic sound resets (@dr.amymarie).
Gabriel Garcia Merritt
500+ hour certified instructor specializing in conscious pranayama breath regulation, meditation, and structural body mechanics.
Bespoke Inquiry
Elevated wellness tailored to your vision.
YANG YOGA
An intelligent, Ashtanga-inspired flow blending strength, mobility, balance, breath, and focus. Creative sequencing, purposeful movement, and powerful playlists designed to challenge your edge and sharpen your mind.
Move better. Get stronger. Stay centered.
What to Expect
Expect a dynamic, active sequence rooted in Ashtanga principles. You’ll move through purposeful sun salutations, standing strength postures, arm balances, and deep hip or heart openers. Sweating, breath synchronization, and focused awareness in a supportive environment.
About Ashtanga Flow
Ashtanga is a traditional system of yoga that emphasizes the unison of breath and movement (*vinyasa*), internal heat creation (*tapas*), and steady gaze (*drishti*). By anchoring structured physical postures to deep conscious breathing, Ashtanga purifies the body and stills the mind.
Who it May Support
Ideal for practitioners looking to build core strength, increase functional mobility, enhance cardiovascular resilience, and cultivate unwavering mental clarity on and off the mat.
YIN YOGA with Crystal Bowls
Long-held postures, conscious breath, and the resonance of crystal sound bowls create a deeply restorative experience for body and mind. Settle into stillness, release what you’re carrying, and leave feeling spacious, grounded, and renewed.
Less doing. More being.
What to Expect
You will sink into floor-based postures supported by props, holding shapes for 3 to 5 minutes to release deeper connective tissue. Each practice concludes with an acoustic sound bath using tuned crystal singing bowls to shift brainwaves into effortless relaxation.
About Yin & Taoism
Rooted in Taoist philosophy, Yin represents the cool, quiet, receptive principle balancing the warm, active "Yang" demands of daily life. While active styles target muscle, Yin safely targets fascia, ligaments, and joints, encouraging energy (*Qi*) to flow smoothly along meridian pathways.
Who it May Support
Perfect for athletes seeking fascial and joint recovery, anyone navigating high daily stress or chronic tightness, and practitioners wanting to balance active dynamic movement with quiet surrender.
MEDITATE & PRANAYAMA
A focused journey into conscious breath regulation (pranayama) and mindfulness practice. Designed to calm an overactive mind, expand breath capacity, and anchor your awareness firmly in the present moment.
Clear the noise. Return to center.
What to Expect
A welcoming, comfortable setup using bolsters, cushions, and blankets. Guided techniques navigate you step-by-step through breath control, sensory withdrawal (*pratyahara*), and silent meditation, accompanied by subtle sound cues.
About Pranayama
In Sanskrit, *Prana* means life force and *Ayama* means expansion or regulation. Pranayama is the ancient yogic science of breath control, directly influencing the autonomic nervous system to reduce cortisol, improve heart rate variability, and regulate mental energy.
Who it May Support
Great for anyone struggling with mental fatigue, chronic stress, anxiety, or insomnia, as well as those seeking a sustainable foundation for daily mindfulness and self-observation.
RESET: NADA Acupuncture + Live Sound Journey
Take time to soak in self-care with Auricular NADA acupuncture and a live sound experience. These holistic modalities help reset the nervous system, reduce stress, and restore mind, body, and spirit in a sacred, supportive environment.
Slow down, be cared for, and leave feeling rooted.
What to Expect
Settle into a comfortable recline with blankets and eye pillows. Once resting, fine acupuncture needles or non-invasive ear seeds are gently placed at five specific ear points while a live acoustic sound journey guides you into effortless relaxation.
About the NADA Protocol
Developed in the 1970s at Lincoln Hospital in New York, the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) ear protocol targets five specific points: Sympathetic, Shen Men, Kidney, Liver, and Lung. It is globally recognized for down-regulating stress responses and promoting cellular balance.
Who it May Support
Recommended for anyone experiencing burnout, emotional heaviness, system overload, or those desiring deep neurological recovery without physical exertion.
RESTORE: Restorative Yoga + Thai Massage
Settle into a slow, deeply restorative practice paired with gentle, hands-on Thai-style massage. Long-held fully supported shapes and therapeutic touch invite the body to soften and the nervous system to let go.
No rushing. No effort. Just time to receive.
What to Expect
You will rest effortlessly in comfortable postures supported by bolsters, blocks, and blankets. Throughout the session, experienced practitioners deliver light hands-on Thai massage, gentle acupressure, and soft passive stretching directly to your mat.
About Thai Massage
Traditional Thai bodywork blends rhythmic compression, energy line work (*Sen lines*), and gentle passive stretching. It opens energetic pathways, enhances joint circulation, and releases stored physical tension without muscle resistance.
Who it May Support
Ideal for anyone recovering from burnout, physical exhaustion, chronic muscular tightness, or anyone seeking profound physical rest and intentional touch.
Mehdi Khiati
Mehdi’s approach to space and movement is shaped by a life of rich, diverse transitions. Growing up in Morocco infused his sensory world with an enduring appreciation for organic textures, warm ambient light, grounding aromas, and rhythmic cadence—elements that subtly saturate every corner and soundscape of Tranquil Tree.
With a background spanning nearly a decade at Apple navigating dynamic environments, alongside over two decades dedicated to physical movement practice and a deep relationship with the ocean, Mehdi brings an quiet, architectural precision to human connection. Rather than relying on rigid dogma, his teaching weaves Ashtanga-inspired discipline, functional mobility, and acoustic resonance into an authentic, deeply restorative experience.
Despite years of physical discipline and architectural curation, Mehdi approaches the room with grounded humility—viewing every session as an opportunity to remain a curious, lifelong student while holding a raw, welcoming space for others to anchor and transform.
At Tranquil Tree
At Tranquil Tree, Mehdi curates immersive, restorative experiences that bridge disciplined movement with intentional acoustic frequency. Every detail—from the plaster finishes and subtle scents to the resonance of crystal bowls—is designed to offer a practice that feels as authentic, grounded, and traditional as modern living allows.
Dr. Amy Marie Lathrop, DACM, L.Ac.
Dr. Amy Marie Lathrop is the Institutional Department Chair of Chinese Medicine at Pacific College of Health and Science and a highly respected Licensed Acupuncturist in California. Holding a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) and a Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM), she is accredited as a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine by the NCBAHM and currently pursuing a PhD in Mind-Body Medicine.
Her clinical background is enriched by a Master of Science in Health and Human Performance, focusing on psychoneuroimmunology, HPA-axis regulation, and mental health. Beyond her academic leadership, Dr. Amy is a certified Health Coach, Reiki Master, and Theta Healing practitioner who integrates clinical research, lifestyle insights, and innovative neuro-somatic applications into her holistic practice.
At Tranquil Tree
At Tranquil Tree, Dr. Amy bridges elite clinical Oriental Medicine with our restorative acoustic sanctuary. Through specialized auricular NADA protocol ear acupuncture, somatic sound journeys, and neuro-somatic resets, her sessions clear deep-seated tension, down-regulate stress response, and guide practitioners into profound physiological recovery.
Gabriel Garcia Merritt
Gabriel brings over 500 hours of certified instruction specializing in pranayama breath regulation, conscious meditation, and structural alignment.
His sessions empower students with accessible, powerful techniques to quiet mental chatter, optimize respiratory mechanics, and cultivate lasting inner focus.
At Tranquil Tree
At Tranquil Tree, Gabriel leads dedicated meditation and pranayama journeys designed to anchor presence, down-regulate stress, and enhance mindful awareness both on and off the mat.
Tranquil Tree Yoga run by Medhi is a boutique studio that offers hands on adjustments and a perfectly warm room (not hot!) with all the props needed for practice! Medhi is a classical yogi - Asana, pranayama and cosmic AF. <3!! I highly recommend investing in your practice here!!!
Mehdi led us through an incredible mind and body experience. The vinyasa movements flowed so smoothly with his guidance. Loved the room that felt so tranquil, especially ending the session with sound bowls. Would sign up for membership, if I lived here!
I highly recommend Tranquil Tree Yoga to anyone looking for a personalized and deeply enriching yoga experience. Mehdi’s expertise in body alignment, paired with his hands-on adjustments, ensures that every student connects with each pose in a meaningful and transformative way. The smaller class sizes foster an intimate, supportive environment where even beginners feel confident and cared for, avoiding the overwhelm often experienced in larger sessions. As a delightful finishing touch, the refreshing towels offered at the end of class provide a moment of pure relaxation, making an already exceptional experience truly unforgettable.
I have practiced yoga throughout my life since 1975. Exposed to so many wonderful & intentional yoga instructors over the years. Mehdi class was an experience that will stay with me in my wellness journey. What a caring, supportive & creative instructor. His hands on approach with purposeful re alignment so that you get the full benefits of each pose was so helpful. Loved, loved, loved his class, & the intimacy of the studio. Whether you are a novice, or deep into your yoga journey , Mehdi can help your practice become more fulfilling, richer & as a result feel like a million dollars when you leave the studio. I recommend the experience to any yogi or anyone thinking of exploring the beautiful world of Yoga!
Loved this class and Mehdi was great. Really helps flexibility and the atmosphere is perfect
I love Nati’s vinyasa class, great transitions and flow. This is my favorite yoga studio in PB, it’s small and has a lovely community. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. Thank you!!
My new favorite studio! I’ve had great instructors and it’s not overcrowded. The cold towels at the end are a nice touch and the instructors have been hands on with helping my alignment.
Nati’s class was exactly what I needed last night! Perfect combination of relaxing and challenging, and I loved her intention setting before class as well as during shavasana. Highly recommend her class!!
After returning from my 200HR yoga training in Maui, I had a hard time finding a studio that fit me in San Diego. The way Medhi teaches and the values he holds in terms of yoga makes sense to me. He pays close attention to his students needs, making them feel safe and guided throughout the practice. He always makes sure to remind us that the class is what we need it to be and makes himself available for anything we might need. He is clearly very knowledgeable about both the traditions and the benefits of yoga, and incorporates them into his practice. He is also very open to feedback which shows integrity and humility, both of which are very important to yoga. It has been a pleasure to connect with him so far.
Great Studio and the classes are amazing. Mehdi is a great guide.
Great vinyasa 1 class! Love the intimate nature of the studio.
Yin was lovely! It was a great way to relax before a busy weekend. Having tea at the end was a nice touch.
My class with Mehdi was wonderful - it was personalized and peaceful.
