This past weekend marked the “liquid-only” phase of our fall dietary cleanse. This phase is a necessary component of the cleanse and supports “the right to know”. The liquid weekend used to loom large in my mind. Comparable to how Frodo and Samwise must have felt as they crossed the swampy plains preceding towards Mordo, […]
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.




