I've been working with Therese Stark over at Pilates-Movement for nearly the last year and it's…read morebeen amazing. The studio has recently moved over the 222 E Eerie building on the garden level below Vita Physical Therapy. The new space is larger, brighter, and cooler! As far as Therese's instruction, my time with her has changed both my body (dramatically) and my entire way of approaching my relationship with my body. When I went to Therese, I was in a great deal of shoulder pain that is a side effect of working a lot on a computer. I've never had an issue with my shoulders again. AND my pilates practice has completely changed other physical practices improving my yoga practice by leaps and bounds. I've learned so much and gotten so much stronger, I can't recommend pilates or Therese enough.

Therese is the best! After back surgery last year, a friend recommended pilates as a way to get…read moreactive again without getting reinjured and I am so glad I found Therese. She is an excellent teacher and I hope to continue learning from her for years to come. I always leave the studio feeling refreshed and energized, and after a few months I started noticing significant improvements in strength and endurance in other fitness activities. I have talked several family members and friends into trying it and they all love it.

Empower is my favorite hot yoga studio in the Milwaukee area. Instructors at the Wauwatosa location…read moreare very welcoming and provide a challenging class with music thoughtfully prepared for each class. I especially appreciate the competitive pricing compared to other local hot yoga studios and with class packs are even more affordable. Hot yoga classes are geared for all levels of yogis but changing up the instructors/ classes offers a more well balanced yoga practice as each instructor provides a slightly different flow/ experience. There are also more gentle / not heated flows available throughout the week. Signup is easy on their website to reserve your spot in class but more popular classes could fill up! I've found the room is full more often than not. The large space accommodates approximately 40 people and is cleaned between classes. Water and (emergency) pony tail holders are always available, as well as other supplies for purchase (mats, towels, water bottles). Empower also holds different fun contests and events to mix things up and keep it fun in other ways too. The summer contest gives someone a chance to win a trip to their Costa Rican retreat and stickers are given out for class milestones. Outdoor classes by the lake are also offered for the whole family! I've been coming here for about 3 years and hope to keep practicing my yoga here for many more years!

Thoroughly enjoyed my first class today!…read more I booked online super easy through their website. Lots of parking available either on the street or around back in the parking lot, you can access Empower Yoga from both the front and the back entrances, just look for and follow the signs that say Empower. Walking into the studio i was kindly greeted by the class instructor for the slot i booked, i took my first class today with Maisie J and she was so inviting!! Class begun promptly at 9:30am and was led powerfully through a mix of floor and standing work. To give you some insight on me; I have experience with yoga already and am familiar with the vocabulary/ movements. But I'm definitely still learning and currently out of practice. I found the instructors verbal guidance to be very easy to follow, and the curriculum to be challenging enough to make me sweat, but not so hard that i was completely lost. For me, it was the perfect balance of "know how" and learning. This studio offers a variety of classes to attend and hosts multiple instructors, with drop-in classes, subscriptions, workshops, and more. I found the inside of the studio to be really welcoming and homey. The wood flooring IS padded, making everything flow very comfortably throughout class. Quick note for first timers: Bring your own equipment! I feel that it is fairly common at most commercial places that they provide you with your yoga equipment. This studio does offer equipment rental for an extra charge, however it is encouraged that you bring your own mat/towel. -This is what i prefer to do anyway, so bringing my own equipment is no issue for me. But i felt it was important to note for anyone who wasn't aware. I cannot wait to learn more about Empower Yoga, I will definitely be back for more.

I've been going to Yoga Loft for about a year, and am convinced it's one of the best kept secrets…read moreout there. The fitness studio is on the second level of a cross fit studio (aka an old auto mechanic garage), but once you find your way to the second story yoga studio, it's a perfect experience from there. The studio has small class sizes, 3-6 people generally, and good class pass/deals periodically. I did the May Cleanse pass which was 30 days of yoga for $30- an incredible deal. They have the same deal right now for teachers, which unfortunately I am not. There's a good variety of classes/instructors. I have enjoyed Marissa's Friday Easy Warrior class as a perfect way to end the week and have found all the instructors helpful and informative, while not being too pushy for beginners. I recently started going Wednesday's nights which include a much tougher flow practice for those who like more movement and less meditation. Would highly recommend, and like most studios- your first class is free. Getting there: The studio is right off the Oak Leaf bike, so it's very convenient (and healthy!) to get to by bike, or there is plenty of parking lot space if you choose to drive. Enter the main door, and head straight back to the stairway to take you to the second floor. There are generally crossfit folks lounging or stretching and can help point you to the stairs if needed.

This weekend I tried MKE Yoga Social for the very first time. This was their special full moon yin…read moreyoga and sound bath. I did not expect it to be so freaking awesome! The instructor Baobi Noel has a very warm, inviting voice and instantly made me feel comfortable. This yoga session was inside the Pabst brewery and hence all the photos of it. I captured the actual event with my eyes and hence don't have any photos of the sound bath session. Baobi guided us thorough an hour of yin yoga taking us through the different poses, making it very important for us to know that this session is our practice and to take poses as it feels comfortable. That coupled with sound bath maestro- Jordan, this whole session transitions one to a whole new state of mind. The combo of the sounds and vibrations of the quartz bowls, metal bowls and the gongs were in perfect harmony and i was pretty much put into a state of blissful trans and I had a blank mind (which does not happen often). I emerged from this session refreshed, grateful and with peace. Also tried their goat yoga and I absolutely recommend it. I recommend everyone to check out their sound bath class for sure. Can't wait to try their other classes to. ‍

Participated in the first ever New Year Nude You Yoga retreat. Three days of body positivity,…read moremindfulness, self care, community, new experiences, and new friends. The mindful activities helped to develop focus on myself and how I want to exist in the world. The mindful eating workshop with Chef Alsy was mind-blowing. There is so much to be gained by taking moments to appreciate all the senses that play a part in consumption. The meditation and flow classes held by Jessica and Baobi were incredibly relaxing and body opening. I'll be looking forward to the next event.

Shannon C. and I dropped in on a Sunday for a free instruction session with Paul. These classes are…read moreheld on the third Sunday of certain months and are great for beginners who want to learn more about meditation + figure out how to start. The space is very welcoming and cozy (it was a super cold day). Paul is a great teacher and made it really accessible/approachable, which is what meditation and mindfulness should be all about! Their website has lots of information about classes and events: most are simply donation based (a couple bucks, if you can). They also have a great lending library chock full of books on mindfulness, meditation, Buddhism, philosophy, etc.

I cannot say enough amazing things about Bryant and yoga at Santosh. I practiced there for 5 years…read morebefore moving to AZ and continue to wish that I could still be in his presence learning weekly. I have now lived in AZ for 6 years, and I continue to get the emails from Santosh which sparked me to write this review. I have yet to find a studio or instructor out here that is at the same level as Santosh. Yoga at Santosh is always a beautiful experience, a practice with intention, and the right way to take care of your body and health. Bryant and the instructors put the students first and make sure that they are doing things correctly to avoid injuries. Santosh offers workshops and retreats which I cannot urge you enough to experience, too. Simply put, I love this place!!!

Of five sessions, Bryant was late for two and did not show up for two. Complete lack of respect for…read moremy time. I caution anyone who goes here when he tells you to pre-pay for 8 sessions.

So far I've taken classes with Kimberly, Ali and Tamar…read more overall experience/ambiance created by studio: 4.5 stars instructors I've taken class with: Kymberly: 4 stars Ali: 5 stars Tamar: 2 stars When I'm home, I try for a sampling of MKE's studios, and this one's usually first on the list as it's the neighborhood yoga studio, just a few blocks from our house. This review is specifically for Tamar, whose class I took today. Overall a disappointing experience. The class was advertised as "mixed level" so I brought my mom, who is a beginner. Tamar offered several one or two modifications, but aside from that the class was anything but mixed level. My mom was discouraged and pretty disoriented. The instructor's cues were confusing and she didn't articulate any anatomical alignment points. No adjustments, and a pretty listless sequence, with the instructor forgetting the entire hip sequence on the left side. I understand these things can happen to anyone, and perhaps the instructor just had a bad day. But what I found most disappointing is the apathy toward her beginner student. She didn't follow up with my mom after class, nor did she ask her a single question, although it was pretty apparent my mom had struggled the entire time and left a bit disenchanted. As a yoga instructor myself, I would never leave a student unattended in this manner. I do have to say that the other instructors at this studio presented a much higher level, however, and I will continue to explore and encourage my mom to return to see others as well.

Took the drive out here for my yoga passport from Omtown yogis (great deal from a great group!)…read more Glad I did, my friend Deanna's Sunday class is great. I've also had classes w/the owner and they were quite challenging and inspiring. Space is beautiful, just not a fan of the insense... bugs my allergies. :( Was worried about finding it but isn't too far from Bayshore in a strip mall behind a residential area. Worth the ride out there!

Soooooo much fun and the just right-challenge…read more Looking to challenge yourself and try something new? Look no further than to do aerial I classes at aerial hippie. This was an incredible experience and I felt safe the entire time. It's a bit of a workout but remember to use your legs. I started out nervous and quickly grew my confidence as we learned 4-5 poses and foot locks. By the end, the instructor recorded each of us to capture what we learned. I felt beautiful, feminine, and confident. There was such joy seeing the end result after just one hour of class. I hoped there were more time options to further my practice and make this a hobby but they have limited time and space. Maybe one day!

Just took a beginner Aerial Silks class and absolutely loved the challenge of it all and the good…read morevibes of the instructor and fellow students. The studio is decorated with gorgeous murals and non-corny inspirational quotes and is cozy while providing ample space to play. Such a fun and unique workout...will definitely be back!