Always a great time attending 8am yoga here - the perfect way to jumpstart your weekend. Aubree is incredible, offering verbal cues and hands on assists/adjustments if you'd like. She has great playlists and often speaks about the concepts of yoga during breaks or the end of class which really help ground the practice. The studio itself is beautiful with lots of natural light. Cubbies and hooks are available for your belongings and mats, blankets and blocks are free to use as well as water. This studio offers online live courses as if in case you don't live nearby. I highly recommend this awesome studio and its instructors! read more

Lovely place with a beautiful view of plants and a great peaceful yoga vibe. Love the community and great teachers! One of my NYC favorites

The atmosphere is warm and friendly but still serious about the practice. I've never tried so many poses I never thought I could even approach. Their Yin classes are particularly impressive---a perfect balance between a confrontational Yin experience (think shoelace + cow-face or maybe saddle) and restorative bliss. Lovely folks all the way around. read more

I love this studio. 1. The instructors are all fantastic but in totally different ways. There's always a different challenge whether it be hand stand or breathing and meditation (I actually find the latter more challenging!) 2. As soon as I walk into the space, I feel calm. It's like I've left the world outside and it's just me, the space, the mat and the other yogis. And, as others, have mentioned, the large windows let in beautiful light. 3. Location! Right in Dumbo around the corner from Brooklyn Roasters...really can't complain about that. Abhaya has a great community and I'm very happy to be a part of it! read more

"I've traveled far and wide through many different times, and for Yoga this is my BK Fav" Went here last weekend with Julie F for the first time. Amazing! You can check out my other Yelp Yoga reviews and see that I just don't gush about any place. I'm not that easy! I've never been to an Anusara studio before so this was a new experience. I thought it was good, but not all that different from VInyasa. I had a great teacher (I can't remember her name) who was attentive and helped with corrections, a real plus since it was my first time here. As my fellow Yelpers have extolled, the space is reason enough to come. Classic Dumbo loft feel with high ceilings and exposed to brick in a converted industrial building. Wonderful river and Manhattan views. Price: Consistent with most other studios. I signed up for the special intro rate for $20 for 10 days sessions which was a nice deal. Cons: My rented mat had seen better yoga sessions. Time to retire it guys. Maybe bring your own mat. I will definitely be back here soon. hmmmm if only I lived in the neighborhood. read more

I absolutely LOVE this studio. I've been going for several months and have never had a bad practice. My favorite aspect is that it's an Anusara studio....in Brooklyn! While I like Virayoga in M'tan, I keep to my borough whenever possible. I love starting each practice with the Anusara invocation. It's gives me a warm feeling all over. I've tried many classes (daytime, weekend, evening) with various instructors (Lisa is my favorite). They've all been amazing, talented and kind. The weekday evening classes do get really crowded. But it's worth it. And the view is just fantastic! There's nothing quite like moving through a practice and looking out over the city. It's especially cool during a sunset or crappy weather. The prices are pretty standard for yoga. If it's your first time, you should take advantage of the free week. Also, they have cubbies for your stuff and coat hooks in the tiny changing area. read more

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Truly the best, kindest, most sensitive, most intelligent, most spiritual yoga teaching I've ever had. Every teacher seems carefully selected to carry forward the genuine spirit of Abhaya. You'll get none of the cookie-cutter, fast food yoga practices you get at some of the more commercialized studios. Each teacher is highly knowledgeable about the long tradition of yoga and the workings of the body. I wasn't by any regard a yoga expert when I started at Abhaya, and though I won't say I'm an expert now, I feel like Abhaya has opened my eyes to the continual journey of discovery you can get on with your yoga practice. At other studios, I'd had the practices memorized after a few visits and didn't feel like I could go deeper. Abhaya is a studio that helps people of all levels nourish a mind-body-spirit connection, giving a lot more than just a pop-in exercise. read more

really nice/new space. despite the highway noise. big. clean. took morning classes frm several diff instructors. mimi was good. rest were ok. every class was very small class size (3 or 4 students) and felt like there's was not a following/abhaya community. owner was never present in the studio. based on reviews, expected more. glad tried. read more

A beeeeeautiiful studio. With a full view of the city, how could you not feel relaxed and at peace? The studio is only one large room with a small counter for check in and a wall of cubbies and mat storage. For some reason the person behind the counter always makes a lot of noise and moves around a bunch during class... Slightly distracting. Downside is that the restrooms are down the hall and shared by the entire floor of non fitness businesses. No showers. Update: Switched it up one day and went to an evening class instead of my usual 10am and it was BONKERS!! There were so many people in the class that the distance between my mat and the one next to me, if I had not left, was 2 inches. Seriously. Go in the morning if you can and enjoy the serenity that is a small class. Wednesday's 10am class with Katheryn is pretty much the best class ever. read more

best studio ever! michelle is a GEM of an instructor and makes you believe in yourself, keep your mind and body centered and tap into doing what makes you feel good. i look forward to her classes and enjoy this studio so much. read more

I stumbled upon Abhaya during my recent trip to Brooklyn. I generally stick to power yoga which I take 4-5 times per week, but this was my first excursion into anusara yoga. I still prefer power yoga, but this was a pleasant diversion from my normal routine. The view from the studio is absolutely amazing. Nothing like peering out over the East River while standing in tadasana. I will be sure to drop in again next time I am in Brooklyn. read more

I'm a traveling yogi. It's what I do. If I'm traveling, I usually try and check out a local yoga studio. Try coming to a class at sunrise or at sunset here in DUMBO. It's an amazing experience to do sun salutations as you see lights twinkling from the city right after sunset. There's no better view than that. And while you are admiring the view, you are working on your breathe, stretching your muscles, and meditating. I can think of no better place to do this. Give a shot, and I think you will be pleased, delighted, and refreshed. read more

Well I was in Dumbo on A Sunday and walked into a 6pm class. Was an amazing and relaxing experience. The instructor Erica was super friendly, sweet and basically had an amazing YOGA experience. Was feeling stressed and an hour later she left me in a completely relaxed and positive feeling. Will definitely come back to take her classes read more

Love this studio! Had my first class there today. It's small and boutiquey which makes it feel more intimate and is right next to Brooklyn Bridge Park so you can enjoy your zen with a nice stroll after class. I've been doing Yoga to the People for a very long time and it feels like a more grown up version of that. (Aka less annoying hipsters more grown up ladies looking for a good practice.) My teacher was Tara for Vinyasa. She was awesome and adjusted my form as well as other students consistently throughout without being intrusive. She was also great at moving us into unexpected positions. I liked being kept on my toes. Some downsides I could foresee for some folks is that it does fill up quickly and there are no showers. That doesn't bother me too much hence five stars. I'll definitely be back! read more

Abhaya Yoga - The front of the studio--it looks out onto the water. - Yoga Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This is a special studio. You go in feeling nervous, maybe stressed and you walk out feeling like you can handle anything. You really get to grow in this studio, physically and mentally. The teachers really work with you to make sure you're doing things correctly and build your strength. I learned so much about my body, and healed some persistent injuries. Every teacher I went to, I learned something new, I experienced something new. This studio also taught me to meditate so now I do everyday even at home. I really recommend anyone and everyone to try this studio, you'll have such a wonderful experience and learn so much about yourself! read more

I only took two classes here. One was with Elias and another with Carl. Both seemed to teach the Anusara style, which was totally expected, since they are an Anusara studio. I come from a vinyasa flow and ashtanga style, however, I was up for trying something new: Anusara. They have a one week introduction free offer on, so I seized the opportunity and I thank Abhaya for it! The studio: It is an amazing space. seriously. you practice with a view of the Brooklyn Bridge and the river. the light is amazing. I only wish i had a chance to try it out at night. I found the poles in the middle of the room annoying. But they were very clean and props were plentiful, then again, my classes never had more than 6 people in them. They don't really have an ample space to check in and everything is in the same room. But you can't have everything... The teachers: I liked both of them, esp Carl. They seemed very experienced. While i have practiced for over 10 years in varying forms, they had nice direction for old poses and even new ways to enhance restorative poses (like using the wall to work a shalambhasana. I did regret not taking Tara's classes after reading her bio. Perhaps another time. The amenities: Aside from props, I didn't see if they charged for mats, they didn't seem to have the room to offer water, or at least I didn't see it. You have to remove shoes outside the door of studio/room, and that seemed odd, because it is freezing in the hallway and dusty. Corner changing area. Overall, I liked the experience. However, that said...i don't think I am changing studios. I prefer the vinyasa flow and ashtanga mix. Anusara was fine and very alignment focused, always a good class to come back to every now and again, much like Iyengar. read more

What a beautiful place, both physically and spiritually. The instructors here are attentive and really in tune with themselves and the students. Tara is a rockstar, the way she moves in her body with such certainty and assertiveness, makes you want to cultivate the same in yours. Today Debra, an advanced student, was assisting, she is one of the most compassionate and motivating human beings I've ever met. I am grateful to live near this healing sanctuary! read more

This is a review based on my classes with Tara. I have always been a yoga skeptic--but Abhaya and Tara really changed my view on yoga! The classes are so perfectly crafted and I always leave feeling refreshed, revived, and reinvigorated for life. The studio setting is beautiful and I would highly recommend checking the classes out. read more

I am in NYC every once in a while and an Anusara yogi--friends highly recommended Abhaya Yoga. It's a beautiful corner studio with views of Manhattan and the East River in an old building in DUMBO. I took an afternoon class with Elias--what fun! I love his approach and learned some really wonderful variations on getting into handstand. I only wish I were able to take class here more often! read more

My favorite studio in New York! Especially classes with Elias and Adriana - no better way to set a great mood for the day/night!

Down-to-earth studio with a community vibe and great energy. The two classes I've taken have been very heart-centered and left me feeling connected to my body. A special place! read more

Love this place. What a beautiful view, right on the waterfront, looking over the bridges and the Empire State Building while practicing. The practice is varied but unique to the studio. Much quieter and more like a friendly small town studio than in Manhattan - we walk over the Brooklyn Bridge every Saturday for class. Props are in good shape, they have flops to borrow if you need to step out and use the hallway restroom, and everything feels bright and clean. read more

Whether you're a super-beginner or an experienced yogi, Abhaya is the place to be! A friend introduced me to Abhaya Yoga two years ago. I had been practicing at various New York City studios for a few years but hadn't found a place to call home. Despite Abhaya being a few subway stops from my house (and several more from my office), I have had an unlimited practice card there ever since! Abhaya is a beautiful space to practice yoga for so many reasons. First and foremost, it is a small business carefully attended to by its owner, Tara Glazier. Tara is an exceptional teacher who is very present at the studio. She is devoted to cultivating a life-affirming community and an aligned physical practice in her students. This intention resonates throughout the studio and within every teacher Tara employs. Second, if you're at Abhaya, you're in good hands. The teachers are all extremely knowledgeable. They take time to introduce themselves to students and to learn about each person's practice. While some of the poses are challenging, the teachers always offer modifications to accommodate every body in the room. Third, Abhaya is quite simply the ideal setting for practicing yoga in New York City. It is an open rectangular room with hardwood floors, huge windows, and sweeping views of the East River and Manhattan. There is a changing room in the back and bathrooms just outside the studio. During savasana, at the end of class, you can hear the waves of the river, birds in the trees, and just about nothing else. Finally, this review wouldn't be complete without mentioning the community. Before and after class people really relate to one another. I have made friends there who help me with my practice and who I now see outside the studio. If you go more than a couple times you will begin to know people's names, see regular faces, and feel at home there yourself. I am always meeting new people and without exception leave feeling better than I did when I arrived. read more

Always a very peaceful environment. The staff is supportive and knowledgeable. They cater to your needs and experience. My favorite yoga and meditation spot. read more

Place I go when I stay with my mom. Cute little studio. Friendly and quality teachers. Good selection of classes. There is a cafe Right next store so you can get some tea/coffee after class. Also, when the weather is nice you can walk along the river before/after class as an added bonus to your zen yoga experience. I recommend! read more

There is nothing better than plopping your mat down and practicing with the Empire State Building sparkling in front of you. The light at Abhaya Yoga is so beautiful, it makes practicing early in the morning or late in the afternoon really special. Hell, any time of day is a great time to take yoga classes there! The teachers are all welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly, and classes are downright fun. Highly recommended!! read more

Looking for a welcoming yoga space that also offers advanced teaching training can be a daunting task in New York. There are lots of places that subscribe to the competitive nature of this city so I knew that a lot of options wouldn't be for me. When a colleague introduced me to Abhaya, I was pleasantly surprised to experience some of the most heartfelt things that brought me to yoga in the first place. Simply put, this is where you can hone your practice with phenomenal teachers who have decades of experience. It truly has become a yoga home for me in the midst of all that is New York. read more

Thrilled to have this anusara studio in brooklyn! I went to my first class at Abhaya this weekend led by Siri (who was great!) and as the other reviews say the space was amazing. The views of the water & city were beautiful but laying in savasana and hearing the waves - that was perfect. read more

Lovely small studio with a variety of classes at a reasonable price point. Community centered and friendly. Not your basic power flow / yoga PE studio. Has a positive energy and spiritual feeling. I have left every class feeling as if I did something very good for me. read more

I have been practicing yoga on and off for several years, but just recently became acquainted with the Anusara style. I began with the free week and then bought a 3-month unlimited membership because the classes here have been so transformative for my mind and my body. Not only am I more patient and calm (even when commuting, which is a HUGE feat), old sports injuries have been alleviated by practicing here (usually 3-4 times a week), and I feel so much stronger and balanced in my body. When I get cranky these days, my husband has actually asked me, "Is doing yoga twice a day too much?" All the teachers here are great, super skilled, and give their all to their students (Deborah is probably my favorite--wish she taught here more!). The space is amazing, too. read more

This review is for yoga novices, yogis who need a refresher but aren't sure where to go, or anyone else who has been thinking about taking a yoga class but has something (fear, self-consciousness, confusion, lack of motivation) standing in the way. Consider this the nudge you need. Abhaya's intro class on Thursdays with Joy is a revelation. It's a beautiful studio, but more than that, Joy is a beautiful soul who is an incredibly inspiring and motivating teacher. The class is pretty low key, as a beginner would hope, and not as structured as a typical class. Joy asked questions to help her customize the session. Having had some health set-backs and very stiff limbs, I needed props and breaks, but we did just enough to get my heart rate up, work up a sweat and feel some great streches. We worked through some basics, but also tried more challenging poses after figuring out what I was most comfortable with. Not surprisingly, there is great focus on alignment and opening your heart and you can't help but feel immense satisfaction when you hear Joy say an enthusiastic "yes!!" after you hit a perfect pose. This is a new class, so I was lucky to get a private session before word spreads and the room fills up. The price can't be beat (first Thursday of the month free, then $5-$10 donation). This is a great way to ease into yoga and I can't say enough good things about my experience. I was self-conscious before, but I already feel more confident and I'm so glad I took the plunge. Can't wait to return and continue to grow at Abhaya. Highly recommend this class. read more

Awesome yoga studio. Back in 2010, I tried this studio through their free week offer and loved it. So, when Abhaya showed up on Groupon a few months back, I jumped at the chance and purchased a month here. Every experience at this studio has been great. First, the view of the city/bridges/ east river from the studio is incredible, especially if you catch a class around sundown. I come out of class feeling refreshed, centered, and - most importantly - aligned. The teachers and students at this studio are all kind and non-judgmental, even though tons of yogis here are super talented and make be look like a n00b on the mat. I would love to continue taking classes here, but realistically I would only be able to go once in a while due to my insane working hours and the studio's class schedule. If they had a 6am class, though, I'd be all over it. If the class schedule and location are convenient for you, you won't find a better studio. Check it out! read more

My wife and I have been going to classes and events at Abhaya since it opened. We were attracted by the excellence of the studio owner, Tara, and the ambitious schedule that was set up with a full roster of classes. Not only has the studio delivered on our initial expectations, it keeps getting better. All of the instructors are excellent so that we can choose a class to suit our convenience. Tara has built a "community" so that the buzz in the room just before a class in any of the popular hours reflects the togetherness of the group. There are extra fun events, many special immersion classes to expand one's yoga practice and endless variety to the mix of poses in each class. There are instructors-in-training roving for the large classes to provide individual adjustments. There is occasional partnering to practice a challenging or unfamiliar pose. Without question, this is the best yoga studio I have ever visited and with over 15 years of yoga, including finding yoga studios on trips throughout the US, I have a long list of places for comparison. read more

Beautiful studio perfect location for that down in dumbo brooklyn community feel, extremly comfortable, when i go i make sure to attend melissa"s vinyassa class shes the best, has a real comforting healing vibe, she makes you do a complete thorough session without knowing it!! im 60 years old but feel better than ive felt physically my entire life and wow, it really kicks the stress 6 stars! read more

So I have been living in Dumbo for over a year and was wondering where the good yoga studio(s) were because I need yoga in my life to restore my sense of good spirit in this crazy city, and it's just plain good for my health. I saw a flier for Abhaya at a local business and immediately went to a class. It was and continues to be amazing. Not only is the view absolutely breathtaking, with the noise of lapping water to soothe when the windows are open, but the teachers have the most amazing sense of their practice and such dedication. Each and every class is always started with a bit of a telling on what we are going to focus on that day. So therapeautic. I have taken classes from a few of the teachers and they are all hands down so knowledgeable and patient. Lately I have been focusing on Tara's classes and I have felt so strong internally and externally for the last few weeks. Such a great addition to the hood, and to my life. read more

My review is based on one Open class I took with Sara Neufeld -- the whole experience was absolutely wonderful. The studio is spacious and clean (though the elevator going up to the studio seems to have a mind of its own), and the studio also has a gorgeous view overlooking the city. Sara came right up to welcome me and introduce herself when I walked in, and the woman who checked me in was also extremely pleasant. Sara's teaching was fabulous - she gave particular care to check in with me since I'd mentioned having chronic neck pain. Because of her great instruction I was able to get comfortably into a yoga pose that I hadn't able to do in a very long time. A wonderful place and a great instructor! read more

Beautiful space, amazing views and excellent and highly skilled instructors. I feel grateful I found Abhaya during my visit to Brooklyn. I'll definitely visit the studio again on my next trip to New York. read more

I have been practicing with the Tara (an amazing teacher and the owner) for over 5 years now in both classes and workshops/immersions. I credit her and the Anusara style of practice with helping to improve my alignment in poses, to increase my understanding of alignment principals, getting over my fear of inversions (first time ever in handstand was in Tara's class and it was sooooo empowering I am addicted to the pose now) and introducing me to Tantric philosophy - once I found this teachings I knew what resonated with me and what I would want to study more on in the future. An important lesson always present in her classes and teaching is the first principal of Anusara - take a breath and Open to Grace..... read more

I've been practicing Yoga for over 15 years. Finding a yoga community that works for me is super important. When I moved to Brooklyn a year and a half ago, there were of course lots of choices. I wasn't married to a certain style of Yoga, I just wanted a sincere, knowledgeable and non-judgmental community I could be myself in grow, get more understanding of the practice. Easy to say I was won over by the amazing space, the Skyline view of Manhattan from its Dumbo home. But more than that, Abhaya is by far the most inclusive Yoga community I've come across in New York. Tara, the studio owner, is a beautiful soul whose knowledge and love for yoga comes across in every class she gives and every workshop she participates in. All the studio teachers offer something unique and rich and they all make you feel safe. I practice their weekly, have taken 3 immersions and just finishing up teacher training now. It's been a transforming and amazing experience to say the least. If you want to evolve your practice, take a "me" moment in a beautiful space, or let some steam off with a really healthy physical practice, Abhaya is a great choice. Their programming is amazing, bringing some of the country's best Yoga and Holistic teacher for weekend workshops and Tara and her programming crew are always expanding with new ideas without losing the essence of the Tantric philosophy and Yoga values. Seriously... make the trip. I think you'll find something up your alley...Bhava Friday's or a Sunday a.m class would be my suggestion for a first class... Enjoy! read more

Beautiful studio with a stunning view, though there are construction works surrounding them which can be a little disruptive sometimes. I go to the basic class which is taught by Tara and usually has Emily helping out. Having two people go around adjusting and explaining the poses is absolutely fantastic and makes sure everyone gets a lot of attention. There is a lovely sense of community in the class. The class itself is well balanced and I enjoy the fact that there's always an inversion variation of some sort in the class so you can build up to it. Only complaint would be there's not much of a changing space or restrooms but since I live locally it's fine for me. read more