Come To Yoga With Barbara Lyon

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1.0 mi

Left a VM two weeks ago and didn't hear back so I sent an email. Trying to find info about pre and…read morepost natal yoga classes, which are listed as offerings but not on the schedule. It's now been over a week since I emailed, and no one has bothered getting back to me in either method. Would not purchase memberships from a company that doesn't care enough to even respond.

I was gifted yoga classes to Be In Union in 2011 by my mentor. Since that time I had always known I…read morewanted to experience to the Yoga Teacher Training bc I had heard it is a great personal journey experience. Over the last 15 years I have been coming to the studio on & off. Life has been kicking my ass as it has most of us since 2020 & this past summer I reached my healing warrior limit & realized that I had done much work on healing my emotional & mental wounds, but not physical ones. I had no idea what to except when I started this training, but let me tell you it has exceeded my expectations. Be In Union is just that. It is a powerful community space to Be In Union with yourself & others in the community who we share more in common with than we realize. I always just "did yoga". After these 3 months I now understand what it means to have a practice. I highly recommend taking the ride to this sacred, energetic space to take classes. Know that you can show up as your are, even if you simply made it on the mat & lay there for yourself. The Yoga Teacher training was truly life changing for me. My intention was never to be a teacher, I simply wanted to get back in touch with & heal my body. I am grateful that I am now part of this community I never knew I really had, yet have been part of for 15 years. Goes to show how if we push ourselves past our comfort zones things "we never imagined" are possible. This teacher training was one of the best investments that I have made in myself.

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Breath in Cambridge is a warm, welcoming yoga studio with incredibly supportive, knowledgeable…read moreinstructors. Tyvinh stands out for a calm, positive presence, clear guidance, and thoughtful adjustments that help every student feel seen, safe, and encouraged throughout class. Love him !

My favorite studio! Everyone is so nice and I always have a blast. Love how energetic and fun the…read moreinstructors are!!!

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Full Disclosure: After practicing at The Corner Studio for four and a half years, I took Jenna's…read morefirst 200 hour training and now have the honor of teaching here as well. The studio still feels like a second home to me. There are now more varieties of classes than ever before, the memberships are affordable, and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Whether you're brand new to yoga or just new in town and looking for a warm environment in which to practice, I highly recommend the Corner Studio Yoga.

I really like the yoga here, it's a bit cold now that the winter is creeping in for real, but Jenna…read morehas been responsive and kind enough to check in about it. They offer gentle assists, anatomically safe instruction (Jenna is meticulous about this), and the right balance of challenge and variation for all levels. I come from a different tradition than Jenna's training but have always left learning something new, and appreciating her style, humility and compassion. The space is warm, beautifully done with a combination of greenery, that reclaimed wood post and beam architecture, and clean lines. There's not a lot of Hindu influence here - their music selections are mostly ambient, modern relaxation or upbeat tracks that don't compete with instruction. Don't get confused -- enter through the Main St. door, as if you were going to the bank, but keep going into the building, and up the first half flight of stairs, you're there! This is a wonderful business in Medford, I want to help hang permanent decal signs on the windows, as it's really hard to know that studio is even there. I discovered it by accident when visiting a friend. Gem in Medford. Support a small business owner offering really good yoga with a sincerely open heart.

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Down Under Yoga | Cambridge

(26 reviews)

2.0 mi

This is my favorite yoga studio in the entire Boston area. I couldn't believe how spacious the…read morepractice space is!!! The teachers are so experienced and there is a lot to choose from, mostly Hot Power flows! So wonderful to feel that heat! The staff are so supportive and friendly and check in was very smooth.

I have an on-again off-again yoga practice and when my neighborhood studio closed shortly after…read moreCovid, I was looking for a spot to practice about once/week. I had previously done DUY's mysore program in Brookline (2015-2017 or so), and had taken hot yoga classes here and there. I will say, hot yoga is still not my favorite (I crave it maybe twice a year), and this location offers primarily heated flow. Being the closest to my house, though, I found myself attending class year when I purchased a new member monthly special and then subsequent class cards. I have noticed that they have made aesthetic improvements to the studio from when they first purchased it from another franchise. It is quite homey and I can tell there is definitely a community. There are infrequent non-heated classes, but the majority of the classes you will find on the schedule are hot. I discovered that teachers have a different level of heat, so you may want to try different ones to see what works best. My favorite teacher left about 18 months ago, but I will still drop in from time to time. Some teachers follow a pretty generic "hot flow class" type template while others are a bit more original and interesting. I do really like how each teacher has their own style and you get to know that and you can take class with the teachers you like best. I find the 9:30 AM weekday class convenient; not too full but also early enough in the day that I can still get started working from home at a somewhat reasonable hour. The standout teacher at this location for me is Masaaki.

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Barre & Soul - Cambridge

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1.3 mi

All the instructors here are so friendly and encouraging and really make an effort to learn…read moreeveryone's names. During class, they demonstrate each new movement for a few reps, and then go around the class to correct form. They also expertly and seamlessly control the music (I think on smartwatches?) to set the pace for each movement. Overall I highly recommend this studio!

Love the girls at barre and soul so much! The workout options are great; barre, yoga, Pilates. The…read moreinstructors are so nice and helpful, and the workouts are perfectly hard for all fitness types

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Large Yoga/Barre room

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Love the variety of yoga, meditation, and movement classes. take kundalini, hatha, kripalu, or…read moremeditation. this is true to yoga not true to yoga exercise. love this place!!!!

So, I followed my favorite yoga teacher, Natalie, to this new studio and I was blown away. What an…read moreamazing space to practice yoga in. It's a castle in Somerville, just across the street from Highland Kitchen!! I felt like a monk in a beautiful Tibetan monastery. I have mixed feelings yelping about this place, since no one seems to know about it and its nice having a little local hidden treasure. The studio is beautiful, with lots of equipment for a great practice. It is such a calm peaceful place, which works so well with Natalie's spiritual and mindful approach to yoga (as oppose to the cardio/competitive gym yoga). I can't wait to try the core hoping class after Natalie's Kripalu class. I just read this article in Shape with Marissa Tomei and it's her main form of exercise, so if it's good enough for Marissa...

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This class is lovely. Yolanta is especially cordial and welcoming…read more I went for first time today, found out about it through yelp, and wondered if it was still a happening thing since so few reviews were posted, (and none of them recent), but it is definitely ongoing and is a sweet neighborhood find!

I haven't taken other yoga classes, but I'm very happy here. The classes are unpretentious and…read morebeginner-friendly. There's some range of age/body type/ability with instructions on how to do things differently if you're not up to the full version of a pose. You can't beat the price, $5 per class and no commitment. All materials are provided and Yolanta serves herbal tea at the end of class. :) She does sometimes use some kind of essential oil diffuser during class - take note if you have allergies.

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Soul Train Fitness

4.7

(51 reviews)

2.9 mi

A great studio with kind, conscientious, and helpful instructors that foster a sense of community…read more I liked that the classes were welcoming, available at a variety of times, and not too large. It was fun learning yoga and getting to meet and work out with wonderful people!

I worked here and at first I really liked it. As a fitness coach I never saw a raise which in my…read moreopinion is being cheap. if you want to keep good staff a raise is essentiAl. When a coach was out on vacation or sick the owners never wanted to teach classes in my opinion why open a gym then. I wanted to wear a mask do to Covid and one of the owners told me he didn't like me doing that. I enjoyed teaching and I liked the clients but I wouldn't recommend working here.

Safely push yourself further than ever before!

Come get into the 'swing' of fitness!

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Down Under School of Yoga - Harvard Square

(4 reviews)

1.3 mi

I was really excited to check out Down Under School of Yoga for a Heated Flow class, especially…read moreafter trying Flow (Infrared Heat) at Hotbox in Southie. When you arrive, note that the yoga studio is located in the same building as Life Alive, a health restaurant. Personal preference, I enjoyed the class at Hotbox much more. This class seemed to be a bit more advanced, with a focus on breathing and technique. Most people knew the names of the poses offhand and didn't look up at the instructor as much. The room itself was a bit cramped and I accidentally touched the feet of the person behind and beside me. That being said, I enjoyed the experience of hot yoga and left feeling refreshed. Be sure to bring your own yoga mat, as they require you to rent them otherwise (seems odd to me, as the classes are already quite expensive and the rental mats were of low quality). I'd recommend for those with more yoga experience, but I don't think I would personally return.

Wow, their yoga class was so intense! Make sure you read the class description, so you know what…read moreyou're getting yourself into. Here are a couple of things to be aware of: The facility is clean and is downstairs of Live Alive, but the space is small. It can get packed pretty easily with people leaving and coming in for class. There's not a lot of space to store your stuff. They have a shower facility, but make sure to ask the receptionist from Down Under, not Live Alive employees, for the code because Live Alive wouldn't have any idea.

Common Space with Life Alive

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Arlington Reservoir

4.3

(12 reviews)

6.2 mi

Such a hidden gem located 3 minutes away from Arlington Center. One minute you're on a busy Main…read moreStreet, the next you're sunbathing the day away and relaxing on the sand just minutes later. The deal: * Its $10 a person * Clean and large bathrooms onsite * A playground for kids onsite * Plenty of shaded areas on the sand as well as plenty spots to lay in the direct sun * Benches are available under trees by the water * Lifeguards on duty * Some days there are camps midday so be mindful of this if you're trying to avoid crowds * Sand, good views, and water to swim in * A large walking path along the perimeter of the whole grounds (this is free, you don't need to pay $10 to walk around) Such a great spot if you're looking to tan or hop in the water without driving too far

I use to love this place. Grew up there every summer. Now, under a new management it is very sad…read more Tons of Supervisors walking around, nasty and grabbing every penny you got. Treat the lifeguards like crap, won't even let them eat a hot dog. The feeling of this place has certainly changed.

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Cambridge Center Roof Garden

4.7

(70 reviews)

0.6 mi

Cool spot to hangout if u have a few down hours. Keep an eye out for their Sofar and/or Berklee…read morefree concerts and the monthly beer garden in summer. Clean and parking is a plenty in the garage which is I believe 10 bucks after 5/6pm.

It's a great space to relax, play pickleball on the new court, have dinner, chat with friends, or…read morejust enjoy some fresh air. There's couches, green spaces, activities like pickleball and bean bag toss, plus public grills to use. It's accessible from the red line and is open until 11pm during the summer. It's a nice place to get away while still being in the city. I will say of you come for pickleball, there's only one court--meaning you might have to wait to play. They do have balls and paddles to use, which is nice. Check it out!

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Marion I.

3

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14 years ago

I want to recommend Barbara as one of the best yoga instructors I have come accross. She not only teaches in such a way that is beneficial to the body (making sure to warm up the muscles before doing intense poses and stretching muscles you didn't even know you had), she actually makes sure you are in the "proper" position while doing each yoga pose. (This is very uncommon for a yoga teacher. They usually just stand in front of a class and go through the various poses, hoping you'll get it on your own). She also incorporates breathing techniques into her lessons to help with stress/overall well being. I love this class and try hard not miss it every week. Oh did I mention, her workouts are gentle and are never taught the same twice keeping them fun? You just got to experience this class for yourself to see what I mean! read more

Richard H.

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4

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14 years ago

My wife and I are taking yoga classes with Barbara Lyon. This is our first experience with yoga; we feel extremely lucky to have found her. She is attentive to our level of ability (slowly increasing) and how our bodies respond to new poses. She designs a new lesson plan for every class, so it is always fresh and intriguing. Perhaps best of all, she has fun and she makes it fun for us -- after class today, my wife said to me she wished we could do a class with Barbara every other day. read more

Kathy F.

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3

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2 years ago

I highly recommend Barbara Lyon as a yoga teacher. I have been a student of Barbara's for many years. Her classes are wonderful and enjoyable. There is a theme for each one and she never seems to run out of ideas! Her directions are clear and she always includes modifications. This makes her classes accessible for people of all ages and levels of yoga experience. I hope to continue with Barbara forever! read more

Ralph T.

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2 years ago

I've taken yoga lessons with Barbara on-line. As a senior , I appreciate her patience and understanding in terms of her designing a yoga practice for my age group. She's extremely dedicated to providing answers to our questions and will design yoga activities based on the needs of her students. I highly recommend her as a yoga teacher for students of all ages. Ralph Tufo read more

Janet Lyon ..

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2 years ago

Superb teacher. I've been zooming in on classes since the pandemic and my body has been so grateful. She understands anatomy and its connections to the poses and stretches; she teaches about the body as she leads us through each carefully choreographed class. Intelligent and inspiring. read more

Joel L.

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2 years ago

Barbara is tremendous! Her classes are wonderful - accommodating to all skill levels, excellent individual instruction, and fun. She has helped me be more flexible while also strengthening targeted areas. Having fun while working out, what could be better. read more

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