This is a very nice studio, and Karen is a great teacher for all levels of practice. I love that…read morethe midday classes are 45 minutes, which allows me to do yoga during my lunch break without taking too much of my day. There's plenty of on-site parking, as well. If you've never done yoga and always wanted to try, this would be a great studio for you, as it is a very welcoming and accessible studio. The classes tend to be with few students, so you are able to get the attention that you may need from the instructor, who always takes the time to guide the students the through the poses as the class progresses. Namaste!

Karen is a fabulous teacher, meeting every student at their level and raising them beyond. Her…read moresound therapy and yoga Nidra classes are outstanding. I never leave her space feeling anything less than fabulous. Her yoga is slow paced and focuses on breathing. I feel like she takes the time to analyze my needs and produces a class that meets all of my needs. Her classes are small and she gives everyone individual attention. She is quick to respond to emails and communication and keeps her students informed. I have learned more than just yoga from her. I look forward to my classes and her no-stress environment.

I have been taking yoga classes here regularly for 3 months now. The studio is clean, cozy and…read morewelcoming. Owner and instructor, Beth is excellent! I also love my Barre class with Weezy! I am looking forward to taking the Childbirth education course as well.

This is the best barre class in Burlington by far! Ryen knows just how to modify a workout to meet…read moreanyone's physical needs. This is a small studio and you get a lot of individual attention throughout class. Her prices are really good and well worth it. Ryen knows just how to optimize your workout and leave you feeling centered when you leave. My overall body strength has significantly increased over time. I am noticeably stronger in all my other activities. I highly recommend this barre class!

Amazing studio that has expanded out of Bikram into other hot yoga and fitness classes! Loved their…read morestaff and so excited to make the most out of my one week visitors week!

My experience with Marla and her crew at Queen City Bikram is still in it's infancy, but I can tell…read moreyou that I have never felt so welcome and encouraged in a fitness atmosphere. I struggle, a real, true struggle, but the instructors and clients keep you going and encourage you to return to your mat. Sometimes I have to skip a posture (or maybe more) and there is no judgement, no ridicule; I really appreciate that I'm not being held to a standard or expectation, that I can come and be me and do what I am able. While I certainly spent my first few visits looking around thinking 'dang, how the hell... ummm my body can't twist like that' I quickly learned that everything comes with time and that letting your body move at it's own pace will yield truly amazing results. Lowering my expectation for instant results and just being in the moment has really been rewarding for my mind and body. I honestly feel like I might die every time I go, but lo and behold, I'm still standing and even better, I'm improving. I can see and I can feel it. The most notable thing about Queen City Bikram is truly how welcoming they are. The yoga world can be intimidating (yes, weird I know) and I have had a hefty handful of snobbery in my attempts to incorporate yoga into my ever-developing healthy lifestyle. I assure that if you have had similar experience, but long to put something new into your fitness mix that you should give Queen City Bikram a try. They have an awesome deal for new students $30 for 30 days and it is a great way for you to give it a try without investing a whole lot into it right off the bat. The studio is awesome, clean with a simplistic style. They have showers and a changing room that are available to use. You can also rent a mat if you forget, or don't have one. They offer a number of classes with at least one everyday, which makes it easy to work around a busy schedule. Also, once a month they do a black light class with a dj, I haven't made it to one yet, but it sure sounds like a blast! Need more encouragement? Check out their website, when I was gonna bail the website encouraged me to show up and gave me a burst of acceptance before I even walked in the door. Everyone has their first day... maybe it's your turn?

"Peace of Mind Pilates" is a simply wonderful experience with Stephanie, the owner / instructor…read morealong with other like-minded members of the entire class. In a word, it was "delightful ". High energy exercises combined with strength-training for core muscles challenged members of the class (each at their level), which worked for all of us. Stephanie has a marvelous sense of humor and inspired all of us to keep laughing and enjoying her ever-constant pace , both at the barre and on the mat. The class was full and welcoming to newcomers, which was reassuring. I was impressed with both the professionalism and down -to -earth quality of Stephanie whose humility and kindness went far in conducting a great class. Bravó, Stephanie ! Thank you for an inspiring and productive class.

If you are not working out here you are missing out!! These workouts are so smart and fun! I enjoy…read morethe workouts while there and then I'm pleasantly surprised when I'm subtly sore in the days after. A lot of thought/science goes into the workouts Joanna plans for us! I always leave a workout feeling better.

I'm sure that the only reason you don't see more 5-star reviews for Yoga Vermont is because the…read morestudents are so blissed out from class that they don't have time for writing Yelp reviews. I've taken classes with both Scott and Kathy, who have quite different approaches to but equally deep knowledge of Ashtanga yoga. Kathy is very chatty and very hands-on (with those who wish it), with plenty of compliments and suggestions for pose modifications for each of her students. Scott is a quieter sort, and while he frequently offers verbal amendments, doesn't do much hands-on assistance. Kathy seems more apt to encourage her students to modify a pose based on what they need, whereas Scott seems to encourage students to engage the pose as it was intended. (For example, I tend to brace my arm against my thigh during triangle: Kathy would encourage my use of triangle as a twist, wheres Scott recommended I instead brace my hand on my shin so I could reach higher with my other hand. Both totally correct approaches, it seems to me: just dependent on where you put your emphasis.) Whichever approach you prefer, you'll find excellent teaching at Yoga Vermont!

I can't say enough good things about this studio. Kathy is absolutely fantastic; she is my favorite…read moreof any Ashtanga instructor I've encountered. She's down to earth, fun, kind, and patient, and her knowledge of the practice is just incredible. The other Ashtangis were welcoming, too, and so inspiring :) I began working with intermediate series here last fall and my practice developed so quickly thanks to Kathy, Leo, and Scott. I broke my back in a snowboarding accident only a couple months after I discovered Yoga Vermont and I really missed practicing there --- if you are looking for a studio (albeit, Ashtanga isn't for everyone, but this isn't a review for that!), this is your place.

Sangha studio is an incredible yoga studio in Burlington VT! There is a good variety of classes. I…read moretried my first yin yoga class there and loved it! I have also done many vinyasa style classes that have been great as well. The instructors are super welcoming and kind. The studio is donation based so whatever you can afford or choose to give is accepted. It's also a great location. Love grabbing a smoothie or coffee at the smoothie place next door after a class!

I went to the new studio on Dorset and signed up for the "slow massage flow " session with Sarah…read moreand really enjoyed it; i'm from the Montreal area and i always try to squeeze in a yoga class when I travel. I will definitely go back on my next trip to Burlington! Donation based and a really nIce atmosphere!

I have been hitting gyms in the Burlington area for almost 40 years. I have seen most come and go…read more You can see the downward spiral, gym is dirty, in disrepair and customers are leaving. Soon the doors will be closing. The owner of Synergy is fanatical about keeping the gym clean, equipment in fully operational condition. When you walk in there is a stack of ready disinfectant spray bottles and clean towels. Everyone is expected to wipe down the equipment after use. The customers come in steady but never had I had a time where I couldn't get a workout in. The ages and fitness level varies greatly, so if your a beginner you should never feel intimidated. There are trainers and if you need help you can ask any of us at the gym and we will gladly help. Becca M wrote about a gym goer that was harassing her. She gave a bad review of the gym for that. Did she address it with the owner? You can't slam the gym for what a customer does without giving the owner a chance to address it. There's always going to be some who do not respect others. But my over a year experience at Synergy I have never seen this. Most likely a Female or Male that is in good shape and showing it, others are working out to try to be like them. Hey if you work hard and look good, show it off because it isn't gonna last forever and your in a place that understands what it takes to get there!! Top of the line equipment, clean where you could do floor exercises anywhere and not get up filty. A friendly atmosphere and the classic radio station you can hear but not so loud you can't carry on a conversion with another members. I strongly suggest you give it a try.

I moved to Burlington area early this year and I have been looking for a gym. I like to exercise…read moreregularly and I was looking for a gym with a mix of free weights and machines. I found Synergy Fitness via web search so I thought I would give it a try despite some concerns. First thing I noticed right off the bat is how small the gym is. They had construction going on at one side of the gym and when I asked the girl at the front desk, she told me the area used to be part of the gym but their next door business took it from them. Which means the gym is getting even smaller. I was like ok, not a big deal at the moment. Last straw that made me decide to leave this place for good and write this review is a harassment from one of the gym goers. I was in the free weights area doing some squats and I noticed a nasty looking creature staring at me and pointing the backside of his phone toward me, most likely filming. I felt very uncomfortable with the amount of staring so I left the room and went to another room to continue my workout with dumbbells. A few minutes later, the same creature came to the room, took off his shirt and started to pose in front of the mirror and kept staring at me. I was completely freaked out at this point so I ended my workout and left the place. The nasty creature is a roided short male covered with long sleeve tattoos on both arms with skull pictures and women, side stomach big skull tattoo, and a big "USAF" tattoo on his chest. If you belong to the USAF or have been at one point in your life, you should live up to the title. What a creepy old man. I have never experienced that kind of behavior at any other gym places I used to go to. I felt gross after this experience. I don't recommend this "gym" to any young woman.