F.K.A. Rhode Island Yoga Studio…read more Bend Studio is located in the treacherous Emporium in the center of the URI campus. Despite being in the college hub, I don't think URI kids make up the majority of the students at Bend. I will make the journey to South County for Nicole Defelice & Isabella Sanderson, two instructors who teach regularly at Bend. Both primarily teach power vinyasa. Both play excellent music in the studio when they're teaching. Both are so joyful, challenging, & fun. Both are 2 of the best yoga instructors I've ever had the pleasure of practicing with. Nicole is a biologist & frequently weaves animal themes into her classes. She knows exactly how to explain micro-adjustments & motions that make the practice more accessible & enjoyable. I've unlocked advanced poses & maintained difficult arm balances thanks to Nicole's instructions. Isabella might be a sadist, but I say that in the most complimentary way possible. Her classes can be incredibly grueling, but if you stick with it, your endurance, strength, flexibility, & balance will improve immensely. Both Nicole & Isabella are the kinds of instructors you hope you're lucky enough to come across once in your lifetime. Somehow, Bend has secured them both. They're precious cargo. They also probably deserve a raise. Thank you, Nicole & Isabella, for nurturing my practice for years now. I never would've become the yogi I am now without the two of you. A note for the owner - I love the updates you've made to the studio over the last few years. My only humble suggestion is to put different lighting in the lobby/common areas. The fluorescents are painful.

I've been going to Rhode Island Yoga Center, for a few months now to do coaching and sound bath…read morehealing with Eileen. She is an amazing healer and has helped me so much. It's a big beautiful space that's very welcoming and cozy & everyone there is very sweet. The yoga room is large with nice floors. It's a great place!1

I visited this studio today so I could visit and practice with a family member who was visiting…read morefrom out of state. The studio was beautiful and spacious and the staff were so warm and welcoming. I'm eager to check out the new location in providence and I certainly plan on revisiting the south county location again as well. Oh,and for new students... they have parking behind the studio. Helpful tip especially as the weather improves and the street becomes less likely.

Mixed experiences at this place. Walked in one day for class, and the receptionist said, "you must…read morebe here for the 50 and older class...". Um , nope.. but thanks for reminding me that I look my age. The demeanor of the receptionist staff is hit and miss. For the most past, I would not describe them as warm. Doubtful I'll be returning when my credits are used.

Had a group for a bachelorette party mixed bag of people who have done yoga and never have before…read moreextremely accommodating, very knowledgeable, extremely passionate and fun! Lots of laughs highly recommended

We were enjoying our family Summer Vacation in New England, when I saw an ad in one of those free…read moremagazines that can be found in hotels, in grocery stores, and the like. Her studio advertised 'Yoga on the Beach'. Even though I have been an aspiring yogi for many years, I had never done yoga on the beach before and have always wanted to do that! So,I got up early one morning and headed out to the beach on a rather hot morning. Gina greeted me with an enthusiastic and friendly welcome, told me how to position myself for the best breezes, and was just so kind and perky. She kept the mood light, but still managed to get us into a variety of different poses. It was just a perfect way to start the day! Gina was great and I wish her much success in her business!

finally- a studio in Narragansett that is equally part zen and a great full body workout! Andrea's…read moreyoga sculpt class checks off all the boxes to set you up for a great day in your beach chair! We also loved the inspirational but tough workout at Tom's outdoor boot camp. Great safe instruction.

Tried a Pilates class last summer when I was in Narragansett for a week. Owner is sweet and…read moreattentive and the class is suitable for all levels.

Justine and her mom are AMAZING! We booked a private event for my cousins bachelorette. To start,…read moreplanning couldn't have been easier. We picked a theme (80s dance & aerobics), picked what add-one we wanted. (Champagne) and they did the rest! We had SO much fun. We laughed and danced the whole time. The energy was amazing! A beautiful space run by beautiful women. Could not recommend it more!

Helpful friendly staff, beautiful pool and spacious gym. Plenty of classes in the pool and gym that…read moreoffer group or one on one training.

The South County YMCA embodies a sense of community and health. From the minute you walk in, you…read moreare greeted by friendly staff and welcomed into this good sized facility. There is a large pool, multiple yoga rooms, a large basketball court, a spin/cycle room (with updated quality bikes), two exercise equipment rooms (with updated equipment like elyptical machines), a well staffed and organized child care section, and newly renovated locker rooms. You can truly spend a day at this location enjoying the many perks. For example, we enjoyed an afternoon of family swim, then dropped the kids off at their childcare (included with a family plan membership), and spent time on their exercise machines and in the weights section. They have quite a few better machines and strength training compared to some private gyms we used to belong to. You can tell this Y tries very hard and cares about staying committed to its members. There's a sense of pride in this place that can only be experienced upon immersing yourself in all the South County Y has to offer.