Serene and beautiful monastery grounds. Happy to discover a hidden gem in the hills. When you first…read moreturn in you'll drive along a small tree-lined road and go up the hill to their gated entrance. You may have to call their intercom to enter through the gate if they are not currently hosting an event. When you first visit, go to the reception office for an intro about the monastery and their activities. You can join their regularly scheduled meditation classes and dharma classes. The building to the left of that is where they hold Buddhist classes and talks. To the left of that is a small hill and walking nature loop to see a Kuan Yin statue placed within a circular, eight petaled lotus mandala. The walk has beautiful views of the surrounding distance. Down towards the right is the temple, which is only open to the public during events. They recently finished some renovations inside their main temple and outside gardens. The gardens behind and below the temple opens to expansive views too, yet is still undergoing construction. You can see a small pagoda with a Kuan Yin statue and a rectangle platform with a statue of the Buddha. Inside the temple, it is common etiquette to remove your shoes, place them in a shoe cabinet along the wall, and wear socks inside (no bare feet allowed here) during events. There are bathrooms and a water station too. I joined a recent Friday meditation gathering and it was nicely organized and run very well. They have a welcoming sangha community too.

Beautiful scenery and grounds. The peace I felt was incredible. I love it here. I highly recommend.read more

I'm sharing this because I wish I found someone like Casey sooner…read more I've had two sessions so far, and both were deeply personalized and exactly what I needed. In the first session, we revisited childhood memories and worked on rewriting the emotional experience I carried as a child, especially not being able to understand why my parents were busy and working (even though they were doing their best with what they knew). We ended with a chakra rebalancing meditation that helped my nervous system settle in a way I didn't expect. The second session focused on my recent grief and the patterns it has been triggering in my relationships. Casey guided me through an imagery meditation where I practiced giving myself the love, safety, and security I've been trying to find externally, and leaving the pain in the past where it belongs. It felt like emotional closure, but also like learning a new way to care for myself. Casey truly feels like a walking hug. She's present, loving, grounded, and radiant. I felt held the entire time, and I left feeling more supported than I've ever felt in a romantic relationship. The biggest gift is that she's helping me learn to provide that same compassion and safety to myself, and heal my codependency from the inside out. She has been one of the most profound people the universe has placed on my healing path. If you're considering working with her, I can't recommend her enough

My daughter and I attended our first mommy and me yoga experience yesterday evening at Rarity…read moreRituals, and it was truly such a beautiful experience. We've never officially practiced yoga before, so we had no idea what we were doing but Casey was extremely patient, kind, and helpful, guiding us and assisting whenever we needed it. I loved how intimate the class felt. At times, we don't enjoy being around large groups, so the smaller, more personal setting made us feel at ease (and honestly, so much more present ). Casey's studio is incredibly comfortable and aesthetically pleasing, which created a calming and welcoming environment from the moment we walked in. I truly appreciated how kind and warm both Casey and her daughter were toward us. Their energy made us feel safe, welcomed, and comfortable to just be ourselves. The moment we got back into the car, my daughter kept asking if we were going to do this again and that alone says everything. This was such a special bonding experience for us, and we're so grateful to have shared our first yoga class here. We look forward to another class soon. Thank you so much !

Amazing reiki session with Deanna on a therapeutic heated biomat that releases negative ions…read more Deanna has a soothing voice and gentle touch and her studio is super cute with easy parking. She records a debrief after the session and send you the takeaways. Can't wait to be back soon!

From the very first monemt I saw her there was an instant connection. You can feel her warmth and…read moreuplifting energy. I feel everyone you meet in this world is there for a reason and Deanna is definitely someone that I was meant to meet. Her experience and knowledge along with her special touch are just what I needed when I needed it. It's hard to explain any of this. You have to experience it for yourself in order to truly understand it. All I can say is that she has all these special touches that she adds to her practice thag makes it that more special. The attention to detail and her willingness to connect with you truly make her an exceptional human being. I look forward to continuing my journey and seeing what else life has in store for me.

Their website says they have been closed for years unfortunately. I hope they re-open!read more

I am in love with this place..it is calm and the energy is clear. I am new at yoga and have been…read moregoing here for for 3months on a regular basis. I love the way I am welcomed since day one. The people who work here are certainly practicing spirituality. I was afraid to try yoga, I thought I was too clumsy. They told me they were glad I came in and talked about it! I have been going ever since, and am getting quite good.:-) I had a car accident 4 weeks ago and everyone that has taught the class, each yoga instructor have shown concern in my healing over the last two weeks. Checking in during class just to see if I am not over doing it. I am grateful I am able to come here to be a part of such a spirit centered place. Namaste

5/5 stars First and…read moreforemost, Meera has completely revolutionized the way I see and practice yoga in many more ways than one! I first started working with Meera almost 2 years ago (I have been practicing for about 10 years now) when she started offering weekly virtual classes during the beginning of the pandemic. This immediately helped me with my mental health using her unique flows, sometimes it almost felt like dancing, to calm my mind as the stress of my tech job began seeping into my personal life. Fast forward 6 months and I was so happy to join her studio sessions and workshops in person at Yoga Garden where she went deeper into both the physical (offering outstanding adjustments) and mental (through breath work, meditation, and even chanting!) aspects which continued to help improve my overall wellbeing and even got me through some of the most stressful points of my career to date. Fast forward again to today and I'm so excited to have joined her new private 1-1 in-person offering. She has built numerous highly personalized routines and she not only teaches me when we are together but has helped me to build a sustainable self-practice that I use daily. The practice includes a combination of asanas (typical movement poses and flows), pranayama (breath work which has improved both my lung capacity as well as calming the constant chatter in my mind), and chanting (something I had never previously considered and which has allowed me to build more focus into my daily life). Meera offers a style of yoga that I have yet to find anywhere else where she conducts a truly holistic practice rather than the traditional, fitness-forward, style which is exactly what I have needed to enjoy a well-rounded lifestyle. I would encourage anyone looking to experience yoga that goes all the way back to its holistic roots to give Meera's sessions a try. Her sessions and style have flipped standard studio yoga on its ear to the point where it has become a major part of my life and has given me a completely new outlook on how I approach my health and wellness and is something I will absolutely carry on for the rest of my life! 10/10 I would recommend Meera to all ages, demographics, and lifestyles!

Meera was an excellent teacher. Learned so much and felt so much more relaxed and grounded after…read morethe practice. Looking forward to more sessions with Meera!

I'm in Sonoma County but did my class at the Berkeley TM center which I am grateful for. I find the…read moreteachers there friendly, accessible, knowledgeable and kind. I've done several retreats thru this center and have had nothing but positive experiences. For what you receive from TM - not just in instruction but from the practice itself - I find the center invaluable.

I received my TM instruction in Seattle but am so happy to have found this community now that I…read morelive in the East Bay. I've been to one tune-up and one weekend retreat (both firsts for me) and look forward to attending more. The Zoom meditations during the week are a great complement to my practice. I always feel like I learn something new and come away feeling rested, refreshed, and reinvigorated. And it's always lovely to meditate with others, see familiar faces, and share in the experience.

I am in love with this yoga studio. They are the only hot yoga studio in Pleasant Hill and Concord…read moreand Walnut Creek that still has a family community feel to it. They are really on top of their cleaning game which is incredibly refreshing and offer a wide variety of classes that are friendly to all ages, and abilities. Their staff is friendly and the community is also close-knit and there's a mature vibe that feels inclusive here. Every time I come to visit the Bay Area, I make sure to book classes at this studio.

Wow I have been coming here for many years now and I love how much progress I've seen in my yoga…read moreand Pilates practice. I am so grateful to be able to be apart of this yoga community and to be able to learn new sequences when I attend classes here! All of the instructors are amazing and very knowledgeable with each of their classes. Thank you Align!

After my first float session I felt like a giant ball of stress finally pulled apart. The…read moreexperience gave me so much clarity that would be hard to replicate with yoga or exercise. I appreciate how clean and well maintained the facilities are. The staff was also highly professional. They provided clear instructions and everything you could need for your session. I plan to come back!

I genuinely cannot say enough good things about this place. It's awesome!…read more From the moment you walk in, you feel looked after. The whole space has such calm, grounding, chill energy and it is always absolutely immaculate. Cleanliness is clearly a huge priority, which adds to it being so easy to fully relax and switch off. Rebecca, the owner, is one of the kindest, sweetest people I have met. You can feel how much care she puts into the space and into every person who walks through the door. All of the staff are attentive and warm, and they make you feel completely comfortable whether it is your first visit or your fiftieth. I regularly use the float tank and I honestly reap the benefits every single time. It helps me reset mentally, de-stress, sleep better, and just feel more grounded in myself. I have also used the infrared sauna and it is just as amazing. Everything is thoughtfully set up so you can fully unwind. They offer services for all needs and comfort levels, so if a float pod isn't for you, then there are larger, more spacious rooms for you to try too! Everyone here is so knowledgeable and supportive and always ready to answer any questions. If you are even slightly curious about floating or infrared sauna, this is the place to try it. It is such a special space run by genuinely lovely people, and I am so grateful to have found it. Thank you folks! I'll see you again soon!