F.U.N. Yoga has very knowledgeable instructors, who are also kind and welcoming! We really enjoyed our 2 week beginner classes while I was on break. Thank you Elizabeth, Christie, and all the wonderful instructors! Elisabeth and Francisco read more

Absolutely the most fun yoga studio ever...!!! Love my stretch class, all the people there are so much fun... read more

My mom has been coming here for a month or so, and she bought me a 1-week pass to try it out with her. My first impression of this studio was that it's very small. With that said, it's a very friendly and welcoming environment, and everyone seems to know each other! I came in during the week of Thanksgiving, and Kathy (our yoga instructor) read quotes about gratitude as we did our poses. It was soooo comforting! She also explains the steps very well, so don't worry if you're a beginner! One thing that I really love about this studio is that, unlike many other studios, it doesn't smell sweaty! It's very obvious that they put a lot of effort into keeping it clean :) If you're new to yoga and want to check this place out, I suggest buying the $18 1-week pass for unlimited yoga! They offer about 5 classes per day (Mon-Fri and Sun) and 1 class on Saturdays, ranging from beginner's yoga to intermediate yoga to stretching exercises. They also have an ample supply of blankets, yoga mats, foam/wooden blocks in the back for anyone who doesn't have their own. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience here. This studio really lives up to its name! read more

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This rating is for the classes run by Christie. It is odd because she certainly has a following---typically older students and students with very serious physical impairments love this teacher. However, when relatively healthy people in decent physical shape take her class she has a tendency to "bully" them by calling them out, focusing criticism on them and generally shaming them out of her class. Perhaps a means to "intimidate" them out of her class because they intimidate her? I have met about 6 people who stopped going to this studio after a similarly bad experience with Christie intimidating and bullying them. Not the kind of tranquil, peace one would want to find in a yoga experience. As for Kathy---it is a completely different experience and for her classes I would give 5 STARS*****! She is kind, tranquil, and offers challenging, educational and lovely experiences in her classes. In addition to being a patient teacher and encouraging of all levels of yoga ability, she weaves her talents as a musician and her experiences in India into her classes making them interesting as well as moving. Class Act! If Kathy was people's first experience with the studio FUN would not lose as many students. Also Edie is a fabulous new teacher here. She is a technocrat of iyengar, patient and kind. read more

My wife and I started going here in July 2016 as total beginners to Yoga. It has been a wonderful experience! Their introductory pass is a great idea for beginners as it allowed me to experience a wide variety of classes and styles. The teachers here make the studio feel like a welcoming family; warm, compassionate, and friendly. As a beginner, I appreciate how much extra time the instructors took to explain steps to me, and also to challenge me each time I attend. Highly recommended! read more

Visiting Riverside and went to this amazing class. Teacher Sara was on it--really watching, helping and adjusting. This studio is Iyenga based-- besides the typical vinyasa/downward dog type stuff, we also used ropes attached to the walls as well as soft props to get into positions I haven't ever tried. I took a Level 1/2 class on a Sunday morning. The other people in the class were very friendly and helpful locals. Thanks to Sara for caring so much about two tourists from LA. read more

Have been to one class so far! The teacher Kathy was super sweet and helpful and led a great class. I took the noon Deep Stretch class and man did I get a great stretch! They're decently priced, with multiple options for how often you want to go. The other people taking the class were also nice and the atmosphere was nice because of that! The reason I give it 4 Stars instead of 5.... One, I didn't see any sanitizing of mats and whatnot after our class or the one before it. Worries me a little bit. Also, the smell in there was just a bit odd. Would be awesome if they would diffuse some calming essential oils, or light some candles. Would help with the smell AND would be appropriate for a yoga setting. Overall, I'm happy with it and will be going back in the next day or two! read more

This is not a yoga studio. It is a platform for Christie to share her personal musings and experience as someone who has done a fair bit of yoga herself. As someone who has practiced Iyengar Yoga for a while now, I attended her class with assumption she was Iyengar certified. Within minutes it was clear she was not. There was zero flow or rhythm to the class - I do not mean flow as in Vinyasa, but just structure and organization. She was teaching Virabhadrasana - Warrior Pose 1 - and gave mixed if not wholly incorrect instruction about how to best align one's hips. A major goal is clear alignment across the hips so they are in the same plane. She was mixed and confused what to teach her students leaving them all confused. Worse off - she was placing brand new beginners into Sirsana - head stands - a position that is not for beginners - ie only their 3rd or 4th class. This pose takes a while to work up to for new yogis doing Iyengar. Christie had no regard for that. It is very dangerous and was a clear sign she had no idea what she was doing. I later checked the Iyengar database - foolishly I did not prior to the class - and her name is noticeably absent from being a certified teacher. I would steer clear of this studio. She is likely teaching people incorrect positions and may well cause someone serious injury one day. Updated to add: Since writing this initial post, the studio contacted me to edit/delete my review. I will add that they did provide a link to the IYNAUS website indicating Christie Hall's certification. I will state that I searched this certification post my studio visit and it was not listed at all. This appears only a subsequent effort based on my negative review. I will also add that I stand by the remainder of my post. Particularly, I have been practicing for a long while and have never once observed Sirasana 1 for the new yogi given need to work up to it and safety required. Such a practice is dangerous. I also noticed since my yelp review at least 3 new "glowing" reviews that seem to be the studio's effort to "juice" their ratings in response. read more

First time doing Yoga, i come from a Crossfit and high impact training back ground, power lifting etc. Recently injured my back and decided to try out Yoga. My first impression was this establishment attracts a bit of the older crowd which is ok by me. I got a chance to attend Workshops by Christie, Kathy and Sarah and all 3 offered different styles and structure, i enjoyed them all. Don't be discouraged by the bad reviews on Christie she paid close attention to my positions and athletic abilities and challenged me even though the rest of the class couldn't do the poses. In just 1 week my back has recovered significantly. Today I did start a trial at a different studio and I can already tell my heart stayed at F.U.N yoga, I'll be coming back read more

It has been my good fortune to attend classes at F U N Y O G A for over a year. The outstanding instructors pay attention to detail when implementing new poses. For example, there is consistent guidance on proper alignment during practices. as well as an acute dedication to avoiding injury. These dedicated yoga teachers engage students in extensive pre pose exercises, preparing our bodies for the ultimate pose. Adjustments are made for those of us seeking relief from previous injuries and pain. Several yoga style classes are offered by different teachers. There are as many opportunities for advanced and experienced students, as there are for true beginners. Specialty training classes by experts are also offered on a regular bases throughout the year, as are trips and a plethora of social events. This is indeed a 5 star gem in our community. Roz P read more

I have taken classes from Christie Hall of Fun Yoga Studio for over 10 years. Christie, a certified Iyengar instructor, is a talented, caring instructor. She will never ask a student to do more than she knows that student is capable of doing. She is especially effective with students who have special needs. I have observed her working with students in wheelchairs as well as a student who is legally blind. I am a post polio survivor and when I started with Christie I could not get off the floor. She slowly and patiently worked with me to the point that I now consider myself a very capable student. I also enjoy the studio and the people I have met there. Everyone is helpful, caring and compassionate. I highly recommend you try Christie at Fun Yoga Studio. read more

FUN Yoga studio is a safe, clean, compassionate and kind place. I have found the teachers and the classes taught there, specifically by Christie Hall, to be a source of refuge, learning, and growth. I was pointed to that studio and specifically her classes by a medical professional. Following that suggestion has been one of the best things I have done for myself. The owners of the studio work hard to make it a community oriented studio where all levels and types of yoga can find a class to suit their needs and wants. Thankful to find a place like this, where everyone is welcome, in Riverside. read more

I went to the class held by David on Sunday night. He asked what we feel like for the day and tailored the class based on students needs. He paid attention to our pose and paced the class well. It's really relaxing and you get deep stretch at the same time. I really like the class and environment. People are friendly and welcoming. Not many college students but more older crowd. But I think it's definitely good for any age groups. It's not crowded like other studio. I like the fact that they offer both classpass and unlimited membership. And the price is competitive. I will come back for sure. read more

I have taken many classes and my teacher training here with Christie as my instructor. First of all, the facility is very clean and has a lot of props available. Secondly, Christie is extremely knowledgable, and the other teachers I met were friendly. And finally, the pricing was really reasonable. I had looked at other pricing nearby and they were very reasonable here. I really enjoy Christie as an instructor, but I also appreciate her knowledge and her ability to work with people of different types. I have brought in friends, and even my dad, and everyone felt she helped them. read more

Just a YOGA beginner. Have taken one class from Christie and one from Sara. Both were professional, knowledgable and concerned about the welfare and ability levels of all students. read more

This is a very low key, warm and friendly environment. Classes are small and intimate. I love coming here. Buy a pass and take advantage of the variety. Their focus is on Iyengar which is PERFECT for those like me who have had injury. This is a place that cares deeply about their students and will go out of their way to assure a good experience. They also offer a 1 week all you can handle pass for only 18.00$ . Give this place a try! read more

All I can say is that were it not for classes taught by Christie Hall, the quality of my life would be severely impaired. I was at a point where I could hardly lean down to pick up something. My progress has been slow but steady under Christie's guidance. I would agree that Christie can be abrupt and directive, but she's also warm, supportive, and eager to help students help themselves. The fact that she has a master's degree in kinesiology is also a plus. The FUN studio yoga instructors as a whole are excellent and the owners of the FUN studio are wonderful people. read more