The fire throwing was incredible to watch. So glad I happened upon this. Very talented artists and…read moregreat music.

I am so happy I found JaJa Circus! It is my ideal aerial gym: lots of space, height, big windows…read morewith lots of light, and tons of apparatuses! They have plenty of room for acrobatics, handstands, floor work, etc. The ceiling height is wonderful: 26' ceilings. They have lots of aerial classes and private lesson availability: silks, trapeze, corde lisse, straps, sling, lyra, and some custom apparatuses as well. The founders are veteran circus performers with decades of experience in Cirque du Soleil and Le Rêve, among others. I trust their industry expertise, knowledge, and connections. So happy to be training here!

Since last time...new improved storage space in the lounge area, and a stall bar set has been added…read moreto the wall! The only downside I have noticed in the last couple years is that instructors seem to come and go faster. By now I have either reached or am very close to my 10th Anniversary of taking classes at Afterglow. Still worth the hour commute and a great place for building courage that I can apply to other areas of my life.

Afterglow is such a gem of a studio in Portland! I love the instructors, the diverse offerings and…read moreclass curriculum, and the sense of community and support I get from attending classes. Not only do I get to grow in my art and athleticism, I get to connect with people like me. I have taken silks, Lyra, contortion, and flexibility and have enjoyed all of them. They also do great workshops and performances! Jolene, the owner, and all of the teachers and employees do a wonderful job of keeping the space clean, welcoming, and safe. Highly recommend.

Amy is AMAZING!! I had never taken aerial yoga before and was intrigued by seeing Eleven Aerial's…read moreInstagram page. The space for the class is inviting, clean, and relaxing. I have attended both full and smaller class groupings with her, and in none of Amy's classes have I felt anything but welcome. Amy instructs each participant with care throughout all movements. She has gotten me hooked on aerial yoga. You will leave class feeling restored, renewed, and ready to come back again!!

I came here on a Sunday afternoon for a beginners class to check out. The class was a half hour of…read morewarm-up, half hour of silks, and half hour of trapeze. I am very new to taking these types of classes, and that was not the case for everyone else. However, the instructor was super helpful in guiding me as much as possible. Everyone was supportive of my journey here and welcoming for being a newbie. I took this beginners class because I wanted to see if I wanted to invest money and into taking a 7 to 8 week class. I had a great time and I really enjoyed learning and developing the little skills that I was able to within that timeframe. I think taking one of the beginner class series would be the most helpful. I am glad that I enjoyed the vibe as there was people of all different shapes and sizes who were able to do amazing skill work. I also really like this place because they do shows around the city. I haven't seen one yet, but I definitely have seen them advertised and want to support them in the future.

Awesome instructors and fun experience! I love that the first 30 mins are warm ups and then you…read morehave a full hour of silks. It goes by very quickly and is a great workout!

Loved this studio, but unfortunately it's closed now. It's been bought out and is now a traditional…read moredance studio - No pole classes from what I can tell, which is too bad. This was a supportive, judgement-free zone .

I am so happy that the Diva Den became a part of the Shawn Gardener Dance studio. It is wonderful…read moreto have so many great instructors and class options for such a reasonable price.

Such a great space! It can be a touch challenging for parking. There is plenty, it is just that you…read moremay need to do some walking due to the entrance facing a street without parking spaces and due to it's positioning, the street parking is a blocks away with a few spaces only right in close. The space is very open for them to really arrange depending on the performance or use. I just recently saw an amazing performance there and it felt very intimate, even with the space pretty full. Keep your eye out for AWOL because the performances they produce or perform are always such a treat.

Jaw-dropping, eye-popping, spine bending --- electrifying aerial and dance performance! Feels a…read morelot like a Cirque du Soleil performance except you are seated close up --- way more intimate seating. You could rub elbows with the dancers! The aerial dancers were spinning and hanging from the rafters and or performing floor movements with a spirited and haunting musical set while interpreting the muse before sleep fading into a dream world. A superb story with balance of music, choreography and flying dancers! Wow! And what power and grace with passion and flexibility these amazing dancers displayed flying through the air. Wow again! You'll be amazed and you should definitely treat yourself to a one-of-kind AWOL performance! Go AWOL! Fly!

This place is amazing! My daughter Melanie LOVES the place, never wants to leave. The coach we had…read morewas phenomenal - kind, skilled, and totally in tune with Melanie's energy and needs. I couldn't recommend it more!

My young daughter Emilia loves Skyhook Ninja Fitness. She's really into obstacle courses and rock…read moreclimbing, and this has been a perfect fit for her. The coaches are kind, encouraging, and great at helping kids build confidence while having fun. She's always excited to go, and it's been wonderful to see her strength and confidence grow. Highly recommend for kids who love to climb, move, and challenge themselves.

Highly recommend this SPA. It's truly an amazing self care/mental health day respite. It's smack…read moredab in the middle of a sort of industrial/commercial/live space neighborhood in Portland. Some truly wonderful graffiti/urban art in the surrounding area. I digress. So this place is located inside of a modernish residential building. You would not know there is a SPA inside unless you actually go into the establishment, get checked in, and take the elevator up to the actual SPA. There you will see two nicely sized hot tubs and a cold plunge tub. Be warned that cold plunge is COLD! Opposite the tubs are the dry sauna and steam room which are HOT and the steam room is steamy! It does not take long to get a good sweat going, and before you know it you can feel the toxins and bad juju just melting away. They several types of water to re-hydrate room temp and cold water and sparkling water. I do believe I saw some plates that had oranges or apples or something of the sort. Be sure to try one of the foot scrub baths and massage. It really is the perfect tonic for pampering and stress relief. The massage therapist who handle my feet and calves was super friendly and professional. This foot care scrub and massage really the feet and calves much needed tension relief. There is a wonderful outdoor relaxation deck with lots of lounge chairs and tables to take breaks in between soak, sauna, and steam. This deck area overlooks a portion of the Portland city scape and highway. What made this deck enjoyable for me was waxing existential about what the folks in the cars driving by on the freeway might be thinking as you head back for a second dip into the hot tub. The SPA, locker and shower, and changing areas are all thoroughly maintained, clean, and give you everything you need to transition back into the Portland Urban. A really pleasant and enjoyable surprise Portland surprise.

I had the chance to visit both Knot Springs and Cascada Thermal Springs + Hotel... and let's just…read moresay....they are not in the same league. Knot Springs? It's giving upgraded gym vibes. Think 24 Hour Fitness, but make it wellness. Hot tub, steam, sauna... clean, simple, and the staff are genuinely great. No complaints there. But the experience itself? It's just... basic. Cascada, on the other hand, is a whole different level. The comparison honestly feels like Spirit vs Delta, Holiday Inn vs The Ritz, Nissan vs Lexus. Once you've experienced that level of intention, design, and atmosphere, it's hard to go back. Knot Springs isn't bad, it's just not that. If you're looking for a straightforward soak, it'll do the job. But if you're chasing an elevated, immersive wellness experience... you might leave wanting more.

Ive only gone twice so far and I love it! I was really nervous but it felt really nice. The staff…read moreare friendly and the classes are small! Even going for my first time to 2 new classes it wasn't intimidating at all. And the ambience was really nice. Will be going back as often as I can :)

I've been going to classes at this studio for a couple years and recommend it to everyone I know!…read moreThey offer various leveled classes 7 days a week and often hold really interesting workshops on the weekends too. I personally enjoy the yin and gentle classes, but occasionally try the warm classes which are so nice in winter! Each teacher brings something unique in their energy to class as well as sometimes using oracle cards, singing bowls, candles, aromatherapy, foam support strips, etc. I love it! The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with no hint of competition here. Also I always find something fun and useful in their gift shop to try!

I was lucky enough to practice for over a year with two of the lovely yoga teachers at The…read moreBreathing Room, so I will relate my experiences with them. Heather is a cheerful and patient teacher, perfectly able to make comfortable even those very new to the practice of yoga. One of her loveliest classes consists of mindful breathing and relaxation; letting the body loosen up and let go of all the tension that we hold without knowing. I practiced with Julie as I became more familiar with the basic poses. Her style is gentle, encouraging, and promoting of mindfulness - of listening to your body and not pushing yourself to injury. I am particularly grateful to Julie because after I suffered a knee injury that greatly limited my ability to practice yoga, she helped me design a series of poses with extensive modifications so that I could strengthen my body without exacerbating my pain. Also, I confess that I admired Julie's selection of music for her class so much, that I asked her to share her playlist with me for my home practice (which she generously did). I recommend Heather and Julie's classes wholeheartedly, no matter the level of fitness or previous experience with yoga. The best way to keep up to date with their schedule is via their facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/breathinginvancouver).

What a comfortable, clean, and welcoming studios. I did the Yoga1-2 class at 8am on Saturday. The…read moreinstructor was very welcoming, showed me around and the room was all set up with props and such. The practice itself was opening, and stretching with many variations and options to go deeper or ease up. I really appreciate the cues for internal awareness and body awareness.