Today I took a aerial yoga class for the first time and I had a great time. I was a little scare at…read morefirst because it was a mixed class (with intermediate yogis) but everyone was welcoming and helping. The instructor was very sweet and she made me feel comfortable when I felt like I was going to fall flat on my face. I dont own a yoga mat but they had some mats available at the class. I will be going back

Today I took my gentle yoga class with Jayne, one of the owners of Yoga on York. Jayne is an…read moreexcellent teacher and very detailed with her instruction. I know what an excellent teacher is because I am a RYT-200 teacher of yoga, and taught for 12 years until I could no longer teach due to physical issues not related to yoga. The practice room is small, very clean (no dust balls) and quite nice. You enter from the door on York Road and there is a tiny registration area where you leave your shoes. The owners cleverly divided the studio from the commercial area with a set of sliding frosted glass doors to provide filtered light and privacy. Jayne locks the door about five minutes after the class starts to provide security - and peace to the yogis and yoginis in the studio. There is space for 12 to 16 students to practice comfortably. In the back of the studio behind a half-wall are two separate dressing rooms with lots of clothes hooks, a cabinet with props and a large bottle of hand cleanser (nice idea). Behind this area is a massage room and a little further back is a very clean, well-stocked restroom. There are some nice photographs and artwork on display giving the room a very warm feeling. So now that I've described the environment, what is it about the class that makes this a five star production. There are many teachers, with many styles, but Jayne is a spiritual yoga dance instructor. She has many years of dance and yoga experience and has her own dance company. She is also a creator of aerial yoga and has written a book about this lighter than air yoga called "Aerial Dance." WBALTV recently featured this on one of their shows at: http://www.wbaltv.com/news/health/Sarah-tries-aerial-yoga/-/9379230/12559522/-/784eag/-/index.html She has a unique understanding of how the body moves in space and how the postures can be done with safety from her many years of dancing and yoga. The class always moves nicely and there are postures that focus on the tightest spaces in the body ( the lower lumbar and those terrible tight hamstrings). Students never have to worry about how they look or what level they are when they take this gentle yoga class. It's a choreographed 60-minute class that works for all. She provides breath work (pranayama), an intention for the class, postures that everyone can do (asanas) and a rest period (Savasana -corpse pose). The price is right and it is so worth the effort to attend. This class is authentic yoga, and provides the total package for anyone who wants to learn about how the mind/body connection works to reduce stress in a safe environment.

Top notch instructor/owner, quite qualified, helpful and professional, with focus on promoting…read moreall-around healthy living- exercise and nutrition. The classes are of variety and fit and fun for all. I am glad to see additional later evening classes added. I plan to attend more often and make good use of the affordable membership, with perks even. Social Fit Wellness is recommended.

I attended the grand opening on January 6th where they were offering 3 unique, yet, effective…read moreworkouts: Yoga, Zumba, and Buti Yoga. The atmosphere was great and the staff, including the owner Marquita, were helpful, positive, and encouraging. The location is a little tricky to find as it is behind a restaurant. Once inside, the space is inviting, clean, and spacious. I love the idea of incorporating social events with workouts as that is an important part of my wellness (it has to be FUN!). My favorite class was Buti Yoga! I'm glad I was introduced to it as well as the teacher Vonetta. I'm looking forward to my next class with Social Fit Wellness!!

Lovely space with the most patient teachers. I love this place and community! The intro deal can't…read morebe beat. ‍‍‍

I'm so happy to share my new find. Mindful You Yoga, the brain child of Crystal Jensen Sara, was…read moreborn and is GROWING on the corner of Wise and Merritt! I've been doing Crystal's Energy Medicine Yoga class, which is exactly what I need after an intense year and a half. She's a wonderful instructor and I feel like I've come home to a new-to-me yoga community. Next week, I'll see if I'm up to a Vinyasa class. So, if you are interested, www.mindfulyouyoga.com! They are celebrating their expanded studio on Saturday, December 7th from 11 -3. Stop by or schedule a class.

I attended their Goat Yoga class at Pooles Island Brewery on Sunday! This was a fun idea and the…read morebaby/ mini? goats were adorable. I had the chance to hold some and one kept jumping on me as I was laying down lol They felt the size of some newborn babies lol They were a nice distraction during the 1 hr yoga. The keepers of the goats cared for them really well. The only criticism is that the instructor did too many positions with downward dog and it really killed my wrists! Other than that we got a free drink (anything) at the end! Check out the goat yoga!

I reached out to the studio prior to my event as I was being activated with the Coast Guard and…read morecould not attend. I asked if I could be reimbursed. I never received a response after multiple attempts to contact their support staff. Awful customer experience.

I have practiced yoga for over 10 years now in the East Bay and SF and, without reservation, I can…read moresay that Lily is the BEST teacher I have had. That is not to say that I haven't been with some other amazing teachers, but Lily has a blend of styles, a personality, and way of working with the body that is amazing. She creates a peaceful, meditative environment and then brings you into movements and postures that you had no idea you could do. Lily creates a yoga experience that is both profoundly internal (as deep as your practice takes you), and physical. I have never felt pushed, judged or anything along those lines from her. I have spent a lot of time working with her one on one as well as in group classes; both are fantastic. My body totally changed after working with her diligently, and I've been able to keep many of those movements and 'learned' postures in my daily life. My time with her is something that informs my physical well-being on a daily basis. Beyond that, Lily is simply a lovely, lovely individual. Sweet, kind, engaging, and a great dancer! Watching her demonstrate poses is so inspiring! I even took a vinyasa class with her when I was five months pregnant and felt great. She was able to modify everything for me accordingly. If you are looking for a great group class teacher or have the chance to work with someone one-on-one I couldn't recommend her any more highly. She teaches at Namaste Yoga on College and Lakeshore Ave. and at Flying Yoga in Temescal. She sees clients privately in their homes or in Rockridge or Temescal offices. Thank you Lily!!!

I recommend Lily's classes to all new and expecting mothers as practicing yoga with her was the…read morebest thing I did during my pregnancy. Her classes brought me peace and helped me tremendously, mentally & physically, through the changes happening in my body. With each class, Lily's shining personality brought me joy and her teaching produced positive results that alleviated a lot of the strains of pregnancy.

Came here for my first yoga class in ages. The class was great, though it went a bit fast (IMO) for…read moretrue beginners (aka first timers). Thankfully I'd tried it a few times in the past, so I wasn't lost. I wasn't expecting 1-on-1 instruction though, so it was fine. The instructor made me feel very comfortable choosing to do modified moves when the arthritis in my knees forced me to do something else. I love that we were instructed to use blocks and pillows and blankets as needed to aid us with our balance or stretching or to cushion our knees or rear. The classes I'd taken in the past (elsewhere) never had those.

My daughter who lives in Cali came home for Christmas, and she got me an unlimited trial membership…read morefor this studio. I have never done an actual yoga class, so I was definitely intimidated at first. Well starting from the very first class, I felt so welcomed. I've taken about 6 classes so far from beginning yoga to hot yoga, cycle class, Pilates, and gentle yoga. I enjoyed every single class, and even though it's only been about two weeks I'm definitely feeling the difference in my body! I leave every class with a feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction that I completed the class! I've been challenged for sure and I absolutely want to stick to this new way of life! I'm not sure I can afford a membership after my trial runs out, but I'm going to look into it. On the day's we didn't make it to the studio, I did classes on YouTube, but it's just not the same. I love being in the class setting and having the instructor's right there. I'm hoping so much that I'll be able to do it financially. Everyone here is so nice and makes you feel so welcome. The instructor's are also so good at giving you the individual instruction you need, I told them I'm new to this and they really work with you when your a beginner. This was by far the best Christmas gift my daughter has ever gotten me!!!

If you have never tried Reformer Pilates before, I highly recommend rushing to sign up for a class!…read moreLast night, at the invitation of Yelp, I attended my first Reformer Pilates session at The Village Well Baltimore. The Village Well Baltimore is a very charming and clean studio, and the instructor is extremely motivating. There were some really cheerful products in the retail area, so I bought myself a pair of socks... Right now, my muscles feel as though they've had a massage; I'm experiencing a pleasant soreness and can really feel that my muscles have been worked. So, what exactly is Reformer Pilates? What makes it different, and what are its benefits? Essentially, it is a Pilates method that utilizes specialized equipment. Built around a unique spring-based mechanism, the Reformer machine works muscles in a versatile way and is suitable for individuals at any fitness level. Fundamentally, it promotes body flexibility, engages all muscle groups, improves balance, and facilitates fat burning. It aims to alleviate muscle, joint, and back pain while enhancing flexibility and coordination. It helps reduce spinal issues, strengthens the pelvic floor muscles, and tones and shapes the body. It increases muscle density and improves mobility, helping to prevent pain in the shoulders, back, and lower back. It engages sluggish lower abdominal muscles, boosts concentration, and regulates breathing rhythms. It also corrects posture and issues like slouching. In short, you notice your muscles working from the very first session, and with continued practice, you can see the body toning and lengthening. By the way, did you know that Reformer Pilates was originally developed by Joseph Pilates during World War I to aid in the rehabilitation and recovery of soldiers?

I've been to literally every Pilates studio in Baltimore, and this one's my favorite for so many…read morereasons. There's such an authenticity to the people, including the owner, Emma, who is so warm and welcoming. The space and community feels so intentional and genuine, which I think is lacking in other studios. The classes and instructors are great, and I love that you're not on top of the person next to you. Go to the village!

I walked up to the door at 602, door was locked and class was already almost done their warmup for…read morea 6pm class. Instructor had waited before during other classes because people were checked in yet not starting class until as late as 610 but when I'm 2 minutes past they had already started early and no one would let me in. Posted a review where the owner clearly went back and forth with me on Facebook then made a petty mean girl post about policies. How unprofessional! I did love going here, even looked forward to it. I'm horrified by how they handled everything and would never ever recommend them to anyone

I've been going to inline barre for a few years now off and on because of Covid and couldn't be…read morehappier. All of the instructors are fantastic and always provide an awesome challenge. I've had two c sections and my core is feeling so much stronger after working with these ladies!