I took 10 mat classes & 1 reformer over a few summer mos. It was my first time w/ pilates; as an…read moreavid yoga participant who had always been active & strong physically, the goal was to find a studio that would continue attention to form & function. In my search, I found their website & ensuing communications (i.e. email/phone/first pilates appointment w/ assessment) to be professional, experienced, & detailed. Read their bios, they're on their website: https://www.renewpilates.com/#story They pay attention to form for function, are attentive to attendees, vary their instruction & perspectives, all while keeping class light & full of humour. They're responsive to communications & seemed good at maintaining a pilates community that allowed for evolution of the individuals body & needs. Note: Stand-up comedy should be a side gig. Thanks for a good foundation Renew Pilates!

Amy is by far the best yoga teacher I have ever had! Her classes are challenging, yet she provides…read moreplenty of guidance for those who are new to practice. Amy approaches each class with a positive, upbeat and supportive. Most importantly, yoga with Amy is an authentic spiritual practice; through the entire class, Amy's reflections and words of wisdom encourage both physical and internal growth and development. I would highly recommend yoga with Zag Fitness for the yoga novice and experienced yogi alike!

While in town for a long weekend, I had some time to myself and wanted to fit in a workout. A Yelp…read moresearch for hot yoga studios in the area brought me here and I am so happy it did. A few helpful tips before you go to your first class: -You enter through the back, so you'd walk through the parking lot around back and when you find the gate and cute little garden, you know you're in the right spot. -They are cash only (maybe check?) And a drop in class is $22. There are a few banks only a short walk away, so finding an ATM shouldn't be too hard. -Classes are first come, first serve. So no reservations or sign up needed. There 12 PM class on a friday and more people than I expected, but there was still plenty of room. -The room gets hot (duh) but you can find the cooler areas in the room by looking for the spots marked with green tape. I love that they have changing rooms in the lower level, a very clean and roomy bathroom, plenty of hooks for your things and mats/towels to rent when needed. If I was a local, I think I would love being a regular here.

I wrote a review about Shiva Shakti a couple years ago when I first arrived in Northampton. And in…read moremy review I just projected my frustrations alllll over Shiva Shakti for literally no reason. I decided to delete it and rewrite one now that the studio has reopened its doors post-pandemic. Shiva Shakti instructs in the Baptiste style of yoga. It isn't my favorite type, but I've still really enjoyed taking classes here! Lots of chatarungas, lots of flowing, toss in some core work and tons of sweat. That's what you'll find at Shiva Shakti. You will work your BUTT OFF! *cash (or check) only. If you forget, there are at least 3 ATMs within a 3 min walk. *fill your water bottle up at home! There's nowhere to refill your bottle at the studio. *no showers, but there are changing rooms! *class times are limited due of the size of the town, but they still offer enough to fit anyone's schedule. There are 3x classes/day during the week, 1x Saturday, and 1x on Sunday (2x in fall thru spring). *my favorite teacher is Matt, for no major reason that I can pinpoint. He has a really welcoming vibe, and he can coax hard work out of you without being overwhelming. He also pays close attention to students on their mats and is great at remembering everyone's name. *Brandon is a fun and intense teacher- he has this super thick Boston accent and is always engaging the students during class to keep us on our toes and present in the room. And he will absolutely crank the heat up on you with no regrets! Haha *Naima leads a really delightful class. There's something about her voice that feeds you strength in a posture while simultaneously being really soothing. She's also really good at remembering students names which I so so appreciate. Some big positives at this studio: -The heat and humidity is DOPE AF. It gets steamy in the studio, and I love it! -The teachers know when to send in the cool air and it is always much appreciated. -The floor has mat markers that are color coded according to where the warmest/coolest places are in the room, so it's easy to ensure that you'll get the exact level of warmth you want. -They have a student discount! It's not huge, but it brings the drop-in class rate to $15 and monthly unlimited to $120/mo. Overall: I highly recommend this studio. I'm glad it's here in NoHo. And I'm so thankful that Naima and Brandon keep this place running and offer such delicious heat/humidity and fun classes for all of us.

LAM is a beautiful little yoga studio! Their class descriptions are accurate, they always end on…read moretime, and the owners are incredibly thoughtful. This place walks the walk when it comes to what yoga is all about!

I love this yoga studio! Jen has done such a wonderful job building a safe, welcoming, respectful,…read morefun, and energizing community here. It's a cozy and bright space inside, plus they do classes and ceremonies outside and in the community on special occasions. There are a variety of classes to choose from and Jen goes above and beyond to add the special touches, provide all the props and alternative postures if you need them. Plus there are recorded classes if you can't get to the studio. This is my favorite yoga studio ever. If you get a chance, definitely go!

Katrina (from the Pilates Studio) is a highly skillful and experienced Pilates instructor. She is…read morevery knowledgeable in her field, yet able to explain things to others in simple, easy to understand language. As a result she is now a respected trainer of other Pilates instructors, many of whom she employs at her center. I have come to know a couple of her instructors quite well and they are, without exception, wise and wonderful women! Katrina is warm, approachable and empowering in her approach to Pilates. I know several people who have done ongoing work with Katrina and have had excellent results with their physical issues. I also know a local chiropractor who regularly refers clients to Katrina because she is able to further the healing that he begins. I highly recommend Katrina and any of the instructors at the Pilates Studio that she employs.

Amazing space especially for a beginner! Instructors extremely patient and supportiveread more

The moment you walk in you are welcomed and cared for. All the teachers here have great education…read moreand a baseline of love. Beyond the yoga classes, they offer Thai massage, workshops, and a boutique. All of which I've had the pleasure of attending. Highly recommend.

Such a quaint, peaceful place to be! Variety of daily classes and instructors offered, as well as…read moremonthly work shops and events. The studio has a small little local shop in the waiting area featuring handmade products from local vendors such as honey, candles, soaps, and jewelry. If you're looking to get out of the house finally and get back in to or even start a yoga practice, this is a great place! Very welcoming to all levels.

Was very nice to me for a year, then when I had a mild anxiety issue in the bathroom which was…read moreoutside their practice, after informing them I have PTSD, they removed me from their practice 3 hours before my appointment that I made a month prior. When I offered to discuss this with them they declined. This is not trauma informed care and opens them to a potential lawsuit for discrimination against people with disabilities covered by the ADA. Avoid if you are not 100% neurotypical.

Jen has fairly good techniques and gave me very good massage. Will come back if I am in town again…read more They have some really good local businesses here. Tips: Call her to make appointment and arrive 10mins early.

Awesome gym for personal training! I usually get intimidated by gyms. But the staff is very…read morewelcoming, patient, and you can see that they care about you and your health. I've only had a few sessions so far, but I'm starting to feel more confident in myself thanks to Nat and Anup.