I have been interested in taking a class here since they opened about a year ago. I took an evening…read moreguided meditation class that was about 45 minutes. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the meditation teacher & front desk staff. They offered me a free cup of tea, a magnet with their logo and a tour of the space. The atmosphere was calm, it was beautifully decorated, had lots of resources too-including books and items for sale such as jewelry, t-shirts and crystals. There was light music playing in the background and the smell of incense burning. While waiting for the class to start I was able to sit With the teacher and connect on a more personal level. I left class feeling rejuvenated. The center offers classes for adults and children, reiki healing, & massage therapy. It's truly a one of a kind place in the greater Philadelphia area!

From the owner: Welcome to Sit Meditation Space, your new home away from home, and Philly's first and only modern…read moremeditation studio. We are so excited to offer classes and workshops all relating to the practice of mindfulness meditation, all with the goal of stress relief and self-reflection. We are striving to build a strong sense of community and hope to inspire people to want to "wake up" and shift their collective consciousness, resulting in a happier, more peaceful life for all. We'd be so grateful to have you as part of our community and hope you will come in and help us to create a safe space for one another to explore the various types of meditation techniques and help each other create more silence and stillness in our crazy busy days. We cannot wait for you to experience the incredible benefits and rewards of being mindful and present in the moment. All of our teachers share a vision of what meditation can do for people of all ages, individually and collectively. We've built this space so that people can be free to be themselves and explore what really matters most in their pursuit of happiness, and hope people will want to share their newfound gifts with others. We strongly believe that we all need more peace in our lives, and it all starts on the cushion.

This meditation is fantastic!! It has helped me more than i could ever imagined. It is amazing how…read moresomething so simple can work so well!! This meditation is not for temperally result but for permanent happiness. :) You can clearly see the mind that you have accumulated through the life and understand how it controls your body &mind like computer programs. You will learn the method to discard all that mind and live truly being free from that! Its a Very simple but powerful meditation program. Try it for a month and see the changes in your life. :)

Awesome! It works and they're super friendly. Love talking with Harrison and Cindy. Came here in…read moreJuly 2016 to help relieve anxiety. Didn't know exactly what to expect. Admittedly it's a bit weird at first. I'm glad I stuck with it. Feeling much happier and far less anxious. I'm bothered less by normal day to day issues. How it works: I've studied other forms of meditation. The form practiced at Mainline is based on the 'subtraction method.' The idea is that worries and anxieties are caused by thinking about the past or future. Through meditation, you will 'throw away the images' of your past. Think of it like cleaning your brain. It gets full of junk over the course of your life. Cleaning makes a huge difference...so much lighter and free. It was difficult the first time I did this. Lots of memories I didn't like. It got easier each time I did this. How long does it take? The answer is based on how long you've been alive. More living means more memories to clean. Have patience, the results will come.

I attended a weekend workshop: Level 1 - The Art of Being Human this past weekend. I had never set…read morefoot inside of the 3rd Floor Shambala Center (on the top floor of the Adrienne Theater). I found the volunteers/staff extremely professional and supportive. We learned how to meditate in sitting and walking positions. A lot of the concepts discussed at wonderful group sessions were over my head at the time: basic goodness, what it is to be alive... I have been practicing the walking meditation I learned at the center for only a few days and I can see its merits in creating a calmer mind. Once again, I have to say that the staff/volunteers are excellent, the food provided at breakfast and lunch was healthy and delicious. I found the other attendees open-minded and friendly. It was a nice way to meet people that care about taking care of themselves. My workshop weekend totally exceeded my expectations. It was not an easy workshop, but many things that are worth something do not come easy. They call it a Shamabala WARRIORSHIP program and now I understand why. Update: I completed the Meditation in Everyday Life class. Once again, I found the all three of the teachers and the assistant top notch. They were all different than those in my first weekend class and they believed whole-heartedly in guiding us in meditation practice. I found this class easier to digest than the intense Level 1 weekend workshop. Some of the concepts of basic goodness make a lot more sense to me now. It is nice to walk into a no-pressure environment with people seeking something hard to describe. Not all who wander are lost... One thing I wanted to add to my review: the staff here do not try to make you a Buddhist or convince you that Buddhism is the best thing ever. It is a very laid back environment. Although some students openly admit they are there looking for religion, no staff member tries to actively recruit you to join the Shambala center or become a Buddhist. I would be turned off immediately if any form of this happened at all. You come for classes, be who you are / where you are during the sessions and hopefully take some good ideas home with you to your life.

I became interested in the aspect of meditation earlier this year, but had no real idea how to…read morebegin. I found this center through google and they offered an all day intro to meditation class. For me, it was life changing and I have been going back ever since. The instructors are kind, non-judgmental and knowledgeable. They offer a wide range of classes at reasonable prices and they do not pressure you into anything which I appreciate. I would recommend this to anyone looking to find ways to manage their stress, connect with their bodies and live in the present moment.

I've had so many forms of massage in my 52 years on earth, but most simply melt away stress for the…read more60 minutes on the table. But today, Sarah's care and aftercare suggestions me more than just a massage. It gave me real world suggestions for reasonable daily self-care to live more peacefully and happily. The space was inviting and comfortable. How lucky am I to have access to such a gem of a therapeutic massage so close to home? I'd highly recommend to anyone looking to add added wellness into their lives or the lives of someone they love. Thank you Sugar Space Wellness!

I had my first (and definitely not my last) appointment with Sara. Sara is very intuitive and kind…read more She cares for your opinions and feedback. She is very knowledgeable, honest, and excellent at massage. I definitely felt relaxed and comfortable. It's hard to find someone who cares; Sara does. I'm grateful to have found Sugar Space.

Denise and Nick Yocco who own 7 Stones Cafe (fabulous La Colombe Coffee), 7 Stones gift shop…read more(upstairs) and now (2 years already) Heart Space at Seven Stones are such a welcome part of the Media community. Heart space is a calming, open multi-purpose workspace where they offer yoga, drum circles (once a month - fantastic), medidation, aromatherapy, massage (rates and times vary by practitioner) and many other holistic modalities. I love coming here and I love the space. It's a peaceful, relaxing, welcoming space - complete with a heart shaped labrynth on the floor. Well done!

I had never tried reiki before I met Marie. She did an excellent job explaining both the scientific…read moreand more ethereal sides of the practice, and I decided to try a first session, just to see how I felt. I arrived at her office a few minutes ahead of my appointment and filled out the necessary paperwork. The waiting room has plush furniture, smells beautiful and has soft lighting. When it was time to begin, I entered the room with a table (similar to a massage table.) The natural light pouring through the windows, calming music and lovely and minmalistic decor all added to the feeling of peace I felt immediately. I laid face up, got comfortable and the session began. Since we had talked about what to expect, I felt prepared for the hands held over points of my body (not touching), and some of what was said (some statements, some questions that are a brief conversation between her and I). But I was not prepared for the intense feelings I experienced - like glowing light radiating from my core, a soft, warm blanket enveloping my body, the feeling of my breath in my chest and my heart beat and blood in my veins more significant - both physically and mentally. The entire experience lasted about 90 minutes, but it felt more like 30-40. I was never unconscious, but felt close to a dream-like state for much of the session. Marie's voice was soothing and she herself exudes a bright energy that is both calming and invigorating. I honestly can say that the first session has already helped me. I feel more centered, more in tune with my body, more aware of the way my mind is working and how I am connected to my environment. These things are hard to quantify (I feel 60% more aware!) but I can tell you the feeling is like none other. Similar to self care routines of exercise, massage and preventive doctor visits, I will be incorporating reiki into my routine. I live in Philadelphia, but will gladly make the trip to Swarthmore to visit Marie again soon. If you are considering reiki, this would be a perfect first experience.

I love the atmosphere at Wellness on Park. Marie was lovely. The reiki was an hour long and so…read morerelaxing. I'm new to energy work and have tried a few other types. I'm sure reiki is now my favorite. Marie knows her stuff. She's been doing this for 27 years. She teaches reiki and is very encouraging, telling me anyone can learn and ultimately help themselves. I will be back and I hope to be a student soon too. I recommend a visit to Marie to relax and feel fantastic. You have to try it.

Great space and welcoming environment. This is a non profit organization and primarily a yoga…read morestudio but also has about 6 art shows a year, some 200 workshops and events annually in the fields of dance, music, theater, clowning, comedy, film, and other performing and visual arts. They also partners with local grassroots organizations to raise funds and foster dialogue for communities in need. Our largest recurring arts events are the Fun-A-Day Community Art Show every February, the Philadelphia Fringe Festival every September, and Philly Clown Slam one Thursday a month throughout the year. They try to keep prices low to make this space accessible to all.

Love this yoga studio! I have been getting back into yoga and the instructors here have been so…read morewelcoming and made everything so accessible. It's the kind of studio that is all about community and inclusivity, with zero ego. I love the causes that they have done fundraisers for so I wanted to support, even though I don't live in West, and it's well worth the drive!