Paige Cara is a gifted Brooklyn NY based yoga teacher and I highly recommend her. She is super…read moreexperienced and has a great ability to lead yoga classes in a fun, thoughtful, and knowledgeable way. I was recently on a retreat where we had daily yoga classes from Paige and it was definitely one of the highlights. I will be honest that I don't go to yoga too often, but I found Paige's classes to be very accessible and delightful. Thank you Paige!

Paige is truly an amazing yoga instructor. She saved my back when I thought I was going to have to…read morejust grind through the pain forever. I can't say enough! I am so grateful for her teachings

Wild Serenity Wellness!!! A wonderful way to start the weekend from the comfort of home. I had a…read morewonderful experience. I tried the virtual classes options and discovered how to relax through dance, meditation and yoga. Cecilia is a wonderful teacher and very knowledgeable when it comes to holistic practices. I was looking for a class to unwind from a busy week and she was able to customize my first class to address my needs. I cannot thank her enough. Thank you so much!

I am so glad I found Shannon's Yoga classes. Doing yoga in Central Park is something so relaxing to…read moreknow you are in the middle of the city but yet surrounded by fresh air and trees, grass and sun. Her classes still ran even if it rained and the grass was wet. We changed up the location for that one class so we were covered and not on grass. Her classes are wonderful. You can go at your own pace. She will show you moves if you want to challenge yourself though. There is no judgement in her classes. If you want to lay in shivasana for the whole class she would welcome that. She also has held some donation based classes for different organizations that were close to her. I am honored to have taken a few of these classes and now I call Shannon not just a yoga instructor but a good friend. She is very fun to be around gives off all positive energy. Also, I have made another friend through her classes as well. She also will incorporate other fun and interesting things into her class. I did a cacao ceremony once and that was something I had never done before. Very interesting if I say so myself. So I thank you Shannon for holding these classes and being a wonderful instructor and friend. Not to mention her calming voice during class

UrbanNomad yoga is such a gem. It is the serenity within the madness of New York City. Shannon…read moreguides you perfectly through a yoga flow for an hour, reminding you to maintain the balance of your inner peace and outer chaos. Her routines are exciting and can be completed by yogis at any level. Shannon's practice is so energizing being in the middle of Central Park and the beautiful backdrop compliments the practice. I cannot recommend her enough!!

About the class: As a person who is new to yoga, it can be intimidating but Hunt Parr is an amazing…read moreteacher and there to walk you through everything. He gives amazing analogies and anecdotes that make you chuckle but also his voice is so soothing. I was already feeling anxious because train delays got me there about only 3 minutes before class but after a few seconds of an intro I was well on my way to relaxing. Although my flexibility is limited, the moves were not complex and Hunt helped me tremendously getting into a few of the positions. One of the many things I liked about him was his attentiveness and willingness to help. I will definitely will take more of his classes in the near future. About the space: It's such a welcoming environment and both the owner and front desk associate greeted me upon arrive, with a water bottle (because they knew I was running late) and warm smiles. The space itself is spacious and lots of natural lighting to really get into the yoga spirit. I came with ClassPass but looking forward to returning soon. Also, it's black owned and I absolutely love

I was introduced to Park Slope Yoga Center (PSYC) through Groupon and it didn't take too long…read morebefore I powered through my first 10 classes. They offer so many classes throughout the day that it's hard to NOT find the time to go. The instructors are amazing and Teri (owner/director) is extremely warm and welcoming. This is my FAVORITE yoga studio! Also, if you sign up on their website, the first class is $5 and you'll receive 20% off a class package if you decide to purchase one immediately following your first class. Groupon users also get 20% off their next class package (woohoo!). 10-class packages are $150, 20-class packages are $275, 1-month unlimited is $180, and 3-month unlimited is $449 before the discount. Single classes are normally $18 each (or $15 for the 60 min classes held at 1pm on weekdays). ____ STUDIO ____ The main studio is gorgeous and hip with skylights and windows that look out into a forest-like courtyard. It's also one of the most spacious studio I have ever come across (the other one is the 34th Street Herald Square hot yoga studio). During mid-day, you can have as little as 4 students in the studio. I have never seen more than 20 students in one class yet. During the summer, they have the AC on. The Pilates class are usually in the small open space between the main studio and the women's changing room. (Men have a little curtained off booth in the open area to change.) There are two bathrooms behind the stairs, equipped with paper cups by the sink if you get thirsty. ____ YOGA ____ For yoga, there's the beginner's Hatha Basic (75 min), the intermediate Basic Vinyasa (75 min), the more advanced and open Vinyasa (90 min), Mixed Levels (90 min), Prenatal, and Parent/Baby Yoga. Rosie, Naomi, Robin, and Hunt are my absolute favorites but I have also taken classes from others and immensely enjoyed them. I choose classes based on the time rather than the instructor or the level. The advanced yoga classes were initially intimidating since they are usually attended by seasoned yogis. I got over it quickly since it really is a judgement-free zone and the instructors are extremely encouraging and understanding. The classes are open to all levels but I would recommend attending at least a few Hatha classes or a Mixed Levels class before challenging yourself to a Vinyasa class if you are new. I love the Hatha classes. There isn't much of a flow in these classes. The class focuses on deepening your stretches so that you understand which muscles are being activated in each pose. I have learned to love and appreciate yoga through these classes and always gravitate towards taking them when my schedule permits! I wish they had more of the intermediate Basic Vinyasa classes though. These are only offered ~3x a week. Yoga mat rentals are $1. The studio provides blocks, straps, and blankets to maximize muscle engagement. ____ PILATES ____ For pilates, Megan teaches a kickass class that leaves your core and hamstrings sore for days. They provide thicker mats and use a different strap. _________________ Remember to take your shoes off after coming up the stairs onto the 2nd floor, have your key card scanned, and have fun! There's no need to sign up online beforehand, which I love! I enter PSYC stressed and leave feeling lighter and more relaxed. If I had to choose between taking a yoga class and getting a full body massage, I would definitely pick yoga!