I have gone to different yoga studios in Toronto, Mississauga, and Waterloo, and so far, Fearless Heart Yoga has been my favourite place to do yoga. I stopped going only due to physical injury, but I would estimate that I was a regular customer for eight months to one year. At my peak, I was probably going 3-4 times a week. I like the studio at Fearless Heart. It is not too large, so the class instructor is usually very visible from any angle. Also, its position on the second floor and its windows make for a great morning practice. The instructors are knowledgeable, and the classes are a reasonable size, so that actual instruction, observation, and correction are possible. I like that emphasis is placed on personal improvement and body awareness rather than trying to get into a pose or looking a certain way. I also like the experimenting time we had during certain classes, to try out new things. We would try something out, discuss it, and re-try; I found out I could do things I never knew I could do. In addition to new physical practices, in a few classes (the Ashtanga ones), we were introduced to new ideas and even had class discussions; I was reluctant to participate at first, but they were actually interesting and the other students had intelligent things to say. Finally, it's nice that at Fearless Heart, final shavasana is not interrupted by people getting up noisily and leaving. Possibly the only thing that can be considered a downside about Fearless Heart is that there is usually only one or two evening classes per weekday, which can be tricky for some with busy schedules. That being said, what I like is that FHY is not a large studio providing bulk or routine yoga service; it is a smaller studio, in which instructors vary their teaching with student input, find time to discuss interesting ideas related to yoga in classes, and pay attention to individual people and their personal practice. All of this makes for a very unique experience. I am providing a high recommendation, but I hope it doesn't become too busy at FHY so that it can stay great. read more

There are a few things that were obvious from the first day I walked into Fearless Heart: 1. I wasn't just attending a class, I was joining a community; 2. Yoga could be a part of my life, not just something to escape it; 3. This was going to be the kind of hard work that feels more like fun. Almost two years later, I'm still here four or five times a week. The instructors know their stuff, but more importantly are genuinely interested in how it applies to you. The instruction is always tailored to the people in the class and never the exact same. Don't be surprised if your class starts with the teacher asking you what you want to work on. Each instructor has their own style of teaching and area of expertise, so between all of them you're likely to find something that works for you. This is a studio that doesn't take itself too seriously. No one cares if you can do the perfect pose, what you wear to class, or whether you prefer organic kale smoothies or bacon & coffee for breakfast. They just care that you show up, have a good time, and are building a practice thats works for you. If you have an injury, they'll help you modify the poses. If you have a question, they're more than happy to answer it. And if you want to say hi to your friends while you lay out your mat, well that's allowed too ;) read more

I have been going to FHY for over 3 years and it has become an amazing part of my life. Each instructor brings their own flavour to teaching and you learn something from each class. FHY also offers different speciality classes and yoga teacher training. I love going to the speciality classes where the focus is usually on a specific part of yoga practice. I am usually at the studio 1-3 times per week and I enjoy the FHY community. You will meet some amazing yogis and have great conversation over your mat. Get ready for some interesting reflections that will not only bring meaning to your practice but also to your life! The studio is located in an awesome UpTown spot, above Seven Shores Cafe. I love how the studio space is filled with natural light and there is ample yoga props you can use. The studio has change rooms and a spot to store your mat if you want to keep it at the studio. I really appreciate that there are different options for attending class: you can sign up for unlimited yoga each month, or buy 10 class passes. Both options are affordable and have great value. There are different times throughout the week and weekend to give you loads of options of when you want to practice. Hope to see you on the mat soon at FHY! read more

In an ever increasingly demanding world that requires us to be somewhere, to get something or to be doing something, Fearless Heart Yoga Studio represents an oasis for the world weary. The WELCOME mat has been laid down by the countless souls who have have tread the path to the studio door ahead, seeking respite from a world that asks and takes too much. As a student at the studio from the days when the doors first opened about 5 years ago, I can say that it has come to represent something of a sacred place; one that allows me to set aside the outside world for a time, and enter a space that encourages me to seek the deep and meaningful peace accessible to us all when we can quiet our minds and tune into the intuitive wisdom revealed by our own bodies. At Fearless, you will encounter all manner of people from different age groups, cultures and all with varying levels of yoga experience. You will encounter folks with more of everything including flexibility, dexterity, money, education, energy....and on and on. BUT guess what....IT MATTERS NOT....because if your heart is OPEN and your spirit bruised, you will find a place of belonging with like minded souls at Fearless. read more

I have been attending Fearless Heart Yoga since it first opened. I started attending the classes with a friend who no longer attends. Lindsay and her staff/instructors are so welcoming, encouraging, and motivating that I was able to stay and regularly keep up my yoga practice. We regularly spend time building a community at the studio (introduction and getting to know each other) and have discussions on yoga philosophy and anatomy while still completing a vigorous physical yoga practice. Atmosphere: Casual and friendly Space: Class sizes are small (max 16 people), allowing for a lot of personal attention from instructors. Location: Convenient UpTown location with adequate parking in lot and nearby streets. Staff/Instructors: Variety of friendly and qualified instructors. They are always willing to suggest modifications to facilitate injuries, etc. and will spend time with you before or after class to answer questions. Membership Cost: Prices are competitive with other yoga studios in the area, student price is very reasonable. read more

I have loved fearless heart for a long time. It provides a number of different styles of classes for every type of person and how you might feel in a day and does so in a very thoughtful and guided way. I have practiced yoga for roughly 8 years, and this is the best studio I've encountered yet. There is a wonderful safe and comfortable feeling, with a strong community between the teachers and students. Whether you are completely new to yoga, or a veteran, there is a place for you here. There is such individualized attention, and with the help of teachers, I've learned things about my habits and my body that have resulted in discomfort for years, that is now being addressed. This is a happy studio that encourages fun discussion and laughter. The pricing is very fair, especially if you are a student. I would recommend this studio to anyone I met who was interested in yoga. read more

Fearless Heart is by far my favourite yoga studio. As a newcomer to Waterloo, it soon became a place to meet learn, to unwind, to laugh and to really get into my yoga practice. I first joined the classes for pregnant women. Yoga, with Lindsay's super abilities and sense humour, became a great tool for me to carry through my pregnancy and delivery. I have kept on practicing yoga at FHY since then. It has been almost 3 years already! Sweat classes with Carolynne are my favourite and lunch-time classes are super handy for those of us working/studying or living in uptown Waterloo. Oh! And before I forget, FHY is one of the very few studios in town that has Yoga for kids. My older daughter has done it since she was 4 and has loved it so much! It has been great for her and really fun. read more

This studio is fantastic! I was nervous to try yoga as I have past injuries and have never been flexible, but I have had nothing but positive experiences here. I have been practicing at Fearless Heart for just over two years and the instructors have helped me build a sustainable, customized practice which works for my body. Whenever I have travelled and tried a different studio away from home I can't wait to come back to 'my' studio. My favourite classes are "Yoga for Sport" and "Slacker", and there's always something new to try! Even if you don't think of yourself as a yogi, I encourage you to come out and give it a try - your body will thank you! read more

Fearless Heart is way more than a yoga studio; it's a welcoming community that cares about its members deeply. The teachers are incredibly knowledgeable about anatomy, injury rehab, and yoga philosophy, and are able to tailor their classes to the needs of the students. The studio is such a wonderful place to deepen your personal yoga practice, because the teachers run their classes in a way that empowers students to develop a respectful relationship with their bodies and to cultivate an awareness of what their bodies and minds might need. read more

Fearless Heart is my favourite yoga studio in the area. Each instructor is very welcoming and I feel at ease when I walk into the studio and sit down on my mat. The variety of yoga practices is great and I can always find something that fits my mood throughout the week. I've learned a lot about the non physical aspects of yoga and I'm thankful for that! I love the atmosphere in the studio. The open culture really encourages good dialogue about all things yoga. read more

A small studio that feels like an inclusive, welcoming community. There are a variety of physical practices, from gentle to strenuous, taught by excellent teachers who are very interested in and care deeply about making connections with their students. The studio takes its fearless heart namesake seriously: this is a studio that can teach you how to be more open not just through physical postures, but in your thinking, mindset and worldview. read more

I love FHY because the yoga is highly interactive and unpretentious. I get to laugh out loud, be silly, sing a song, ask questions, make commentaries all while striking a yoga pose. One does not choose the FHY studio but rather FHY chooses you. To qualify you must be open to change, willing to step out of your comfort zone, become humble, less self-involved, more self-aware and gain positive community connections. read more

From the moment I walked in the door on my very first day, FHY made me feel "seen". Lindsay and the whole FHY family has been such an impact on my life and they have become a support system that I am so grateful for. I'm so lucky to have found FHY! read more