Chris Gordon is the owner and does the Thai massage there - i bought two but am not going back for…read morethe second because i feel uncomfortable w him specifically. That was my first Thai massage, i have had many Swedish/sports massages and thought i would try something new. i felt a lot of ego coming from him in all my interactions with him. Even during the massage which makes for a not so relaxing experience. This is my personal experience obviously and others may have a totally different experience but i wouldn't go back nor recommend him to my peeps (family and friends.) He doesn't make any effort at good customer service and kinda makes one feel like they are lucky to have him work on them.

Lovely studio with good chi here. Ive come to experience this studio as a healing place, wher my…read moreyoga has become a form of therapy. I've been practicing yoga on my own and in scores of studios for 30 years off and on. Here, there are no mirrors, no crowded rooms of people trying to impress each other with all they can do or how little they can wear. A nice touch of patchouli in some classes, lovely music and back to the focus of yoga. No silly scripts regurgitated by instructors. Honest, true yoga for those who come to practice it. I'm really glad I found this place. Best instructors ever.

I've taken 15 heated yoga classes at Up Yoga and enjoyed all of them! Hannah is my favorite…read moreinstructor!!!!! Hannah's classes are a 10/10 each time!!!All of the instructors are supportive, bring great energy, and invite you to challenge yourself. I take classes through ClassPass and Up Yoga is my most frequented studio. Very grateful they are on ClassPass! The studio is inviting and very straight forward. There is street parking and small lots on either side of the building (you probably aren't supposed to park in front of the cremation society during their business hours, but when I go to class the lot is empty and it's after hours, so I park there). You check in at the front desk, leave your shoes and jacket in the lobby, then head into the studio. They have so many class times to choose from, and they stagger the times just right so if you're someone like me who arrives 15 minutes to each class, you don't have to awkwardly wait around for another class to get out before you can go in. It's nice getting adjusted to the heat in the studio before you start moving. I would definitely recommend arriving at least a couple minutes early. You bring your own mat and water bottle. They provide weights, blocks, and towels. They also have cubbies inside of the studio for you to put your belongings, so you don't have to worry about bringing your own lock or leaving your stuff unattended. They also have bathrooms and a changing room if you're coming right from work. I cannot recommend Up Yoga enough!!

I love UpYoga! The community at this studio is so welcoming. You can show by yourself and make a…read morenew friend every time you go. You can also just go and practice and leave. They make sure your experience is yours and no one else's. They have a wide variety classes with weights and no weights and expanded the studio. I totally recommend if you're looking to begin your practice or wanting to improve your practice!

My new local prenatal yoga center! Love this place!…read more The location was confusing at first since it's in a random office building off of a side road from a side road. However, their website literally has a picture of the building which is very helpful! This facility seems like a small start-up for some instructors/owners who seem to be involved with many baby/child/birth programs and companies throughout the Twin Cities but that is simply a speculation on my part. The instructor gave great insight on resources for a first time pregnant mom. Very helpful, again! The classroom was large and welcoming. The setting was casual as the few ladies in class chatted about daycares and birth centers and other baby things to begin class. The class itself was very beneficial in a way-preggo kinda breathe-breathe-breathe way. They have awesome pricing for passes and drop-ins. I'll be back for sure!

If you have kids I can't recommend the Saturday story time yoga enough. The owner Jessie Forson has…read moreelementary school teaching experience which means she really knows how to keeps kids engaged, pace class well and have fun in the process! The location is a bit of a pain but the studio itself is cheery and bright and the yoga poses are great for the whole family.

I booked a class this past Wednesday through MINDBODY. Within minutes, I learned that there was a…read moretraffic delay in the route to get there. I canceled immediately and have not seen my processed refund. I have called, emailed, and texted the business, by I have not received any word. This lack of communication can really hurt a business's reputation. I finally received the refund on Saturday after numerous attempts.

I have to say I really liked this yoga studio and absolutely loved the yoga instructor Charlene. A…read morewhile back in the midst of covid yelp would have questions up for establishments asking if they practice social distancing, covid protocols, stuff like that. Well I answered one of the questions and said no they don't follow social distancing or something like that b/c they didn't. I had been to other yoga studios in the area and they cut their class sizes in half to help distance people but yoga by blosstopia did not. Well I guess the owner, Lana, didn't like my response because she found my info in their database, since I attended classes there, and called me to discuss my "review" which wasn't even a review. It was just simply an answer to a question. I was very cautious during that time b/c I worked with people who were higher risk and couldn't afford to get covid myself so I always wore a mask when I was there which was fine. I don't expect other people to mask but it would have been nice if we weren't packed in there like sardines. (Side note - the floors are not padded at all, it's just concrete with peel and stick vinyl planks laid down so be sure to bring two yoga mats b/c it's hard on the knees.) She did ask if I'd like to zoom into the class if I wasn't comfortable and I told her that I was fine wearing a mask in class. I just thought it was important for people to know what they would be walking into before spending the money. She seemed very defensive and almost pissed that I told people the truth. I think the studio has changed owners since then and I hope to go back and see if things have changed for the better.

welcoming, calm vibe - kind staff - love the simplicity of yoga and sauna. Love the whole place and…read morethe darling community that it is in...coffee shop dangerously close by.

Now fully transitioned to "Carpe Diem", you will still find all the same former Healing Elements…read moreunder new ownership. Carpe Diem has a sister location in NE Minneapolis, yet I find the Como spot more intimate and cozy. There are cold plunges, saunas and of course yoga sessions. Try downloading the app to see normal yoga schedules or seek out specialty classes such as the winter solstice one I took. You don't have to be a member to take advantage of any of these services but if you find yourself coming back, you may consider. There is a full service drink bar serving espresso and other delicious drinks. Furthermore, the retail section has got a lot smaller but there are still beautiful items to find such as candles, clothing, etc. The owners are super pleasant along with all staff members making every visit such a joy. You can tell Carpe Diem really honors their customers. Enjoy!

Wow, I had a great experience here!…read more Coming in as a ClassPass newbie, I didn't know what to expect. It's kinda tucked back in an business center complex? But don't let the exterior fool you: inside is a magical yoga haven. Upon entering, I was greeted by the front desk staff member and shown around. I came early so looked around their merch/shop area - it was so pretty with shiny things and plants I was mesmerized! Then, I went into our class room for the day and my jaw dropped. This stunning space is inside a business center building?! Magical kalediscope-like skylights, sun streaming in, huuuuuuge ceilings, and stunning wood floors with beautiful lavender walls. The instructor Ted was incredible, too! I went for a more restorative stretching class and it was perfect. I loved his way of guiding postures and interjecting some yogi wisdom into the session. You can tell there's a true community here - people knew each other, one woman brought her daughters to celebrate her daughter's birthday, folks chatting before and after class. I love that. This was a wonderful first experience, and I hope to be back soon!

World class yoga instructors here. Inviting friendly people at the front desk. Love the variety…read moreof yoga offered at convenient times. There is also great shopping here with books on yoga, spirituality, self help, etc, crystals, gifts, high quality props - really anything the modern yogi might need.

I've been attending the Slow BURN Reformer and Chair class every week for a couple months now and I…read moream OBSESSED! I feel so so great after class and the instructor Aliza brings such a great positive energy, it starts my morning off in a great mood. For people taking a class for the first time, TC Pilates is located within an office building, in Flex Wellness (see photo). The reformer room is down the hallway to the right. There's plenty of room for your shoes and coats. See y'all next week!

Absolutely nothing but great things to say about Twin Cities Pilates! Beautiful/ clean studio,…read moregreat staff, friendly community of people!

I've been a part of the Expertease Fitness aerial program for almost 5 years and have absolutely…read moreloved my experience. The studio recently moved into a larger space - enabling them to have even more space (and higher ceilings) to support the extensive programming they offer across their aerial (silks/hammock, lyra, trapeze and rope), burlesque and pole curriculum. The studio offers either session based classes (sign up for 8 weeks of classes with the same group of students each week) or drop in classes if you aren't quite ready for a long term commitment. I have only had extensive exposure to the aerial instructors - but all of the teachers and staff I have interacted with are extremely passionate, caring, welcoming and lead with "safety first" mentality. They will push you to do new and challenging things outside of you comfort zone - but are great about respecting personal boundaries and safety. During my time with the studio - I have been exposed to the most amazing welcoming and diverse community. Regardless of your age, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, profession etc. - you will be welcomed by this community with open arms. The studio has some of the most affordable rates for aerial/pole/burlesque etc. in the Twin Cites (and especially compared to other metro cities) A few other tips/tricks details: -All session based courses offer the opportunity to participate in a end of session performance -Studio regularly offers extremely affordable photo shoot and makeup/hair sessions -Class offerings are constantly evolving and they regularly add new classes and/or workshops -Studio does offer the opportunity to rent out practice spaces and offers private group classes -Studio regularly offers groupons and/or sales for level 1 classes -The booking system online can get a big confusing (you buy credits - and then redeem them to sign up for classes) - but just e-mail or call the help lines and they get back to you quickly!

I just returned to BurlesqueMN for another session of classes. I am in the basic pole classes and…read moreloving it! Some things about it that is different than other gyms with pole is that 1. it's progressive. You're learning skills and building on them. You don't just drop in and try to following along -- you're taught everything so you can master it. 2. You get the opportunity to perform at the end of the session if you want to!! I loved showing off my new skillz to my friends and family . I work in human services and in this profession, self-care is key. BurlesqueMN has really helped with fulfilling my self-care. The pole classes not only give me an amazing work out, I have grown so much more confident with my body and how it moves. A big recommend for any one interested in giving pole a try!! I have yet to try other kinds of classes here but most certainly plan on doing so in the future.