I highly recommend the Vinyasa Flow 2 class! Great class that keeps you moving (reminds me a lot of…read morePower Hot Yoga). And we even did handstands in class. The front desk staff are super friendly & helpful, as are the instructors. There are two studios, and even a little yoga boutique. Loads of free parking in the neighborhood. And they offer many classes per day, 7 days a week. Great newsletter!

Please note, I'm not big into yoga…read more I want to be. But I just don't have the patience for it. Vinyasa has been recommended to me, as I hear it's more dynamic in movement and can keep my tiny pea-brain occupied. I am fortunate to know Dawn Jansen; she is an extraordinary yoga instructor and when I heard about her handstand yoga class, I had to give it a try. 8 Limbs is right on Phinney and is easy to find. Lots of street parking, although I parked across the street and had to play human Frogger in order to get across the street. Once inside, I signed in and took off my shoes and entered the studio. It was much bigger than I thought it would be! They had mats that you could use there, which was good since I had accidentally left mine in the car and I feared that I wouldn't be able to jump on enough logs to Frogger my way back and forth again. This particular class was 1 hr and 45min, but I had to leave a little early to be someplace else. $40 was a great deal! As I've said, I'm not much into yoga. I would find myself in a sideways-lifting-leg-downward-dog position and look at everybody else to see if I was even close to doing it right. It seemed like I never was, even with the excellent instruction. I'm definitely down to try it again though!

I've loved Whole Life Yoga for years. Their Viniyoga approach is adaptable to new and experienced…read moreyogis alike. This isn't an aerobics class calling itself yoga; it's an informed, safe, mindful, calming, energizing practice that can be as challenging as the student wants. I'm a 20+ year practitioner and I like a more challenging practice but I see newer students enjoying practice too. I especially love how there are always millennials mixed in with retirement- aged yogis. With covid they closed their physical space and moved to zoom classes. I'm amazed to say that even the zoom classes are wonderful. I was skeptical, but Kim (the owner and only online teacher I've had) still helps with alignment if she notices you need help, and I still get that Whole Life Yoga feeling of calm and grounding.

It's been one whole year since I broke my ankle now, so I am giving myself until the end of…read moreDecember to quit talking about it . . . but it is relevant to my review of Whole Life Yoga . . . or, at least I'll MAKE it relevant so I can mention it :o) You know that girl? That cute, teensy girl wearing the cool, color-coordinated Athleta yoga outfit with the appropriately zen-like tattoo in a place only exposed during the most twisty of yoga poses that she executes flawlessly--? I am afraid that if I attend a yoga class with a group of them, they will execute a series of yoga poses in perfect synchronization, and then simultaneously change into fembot ninja assassins and turn on me. I'M the girl who looks like a real person, wears whatever is handy to work out in--and probably accidentally spilled something on herself on the way to class--develops bed head after lying on the yoga mat for 5 seconds and can't even THINK about imitating a pretzel because of all of the creaks and groans and current structural concerns of my skeletal system. Right now I'm pretty happy if I can get from lying down to sitting or standing with no major muscle spasms. So, I really wanted to try yoga to further work on my ankle (still swollen and hard to flex after a year), incorporate a mind-body workout for relaxation and reap the other many benefits . . . but I was intimidated. It's like any new thing for me: I fear judgment and massive humiliation but (eventually) have to power through it anyway--there aren't REALLY any fembots, right? Or, I am sure they are all very nice, once you get to know them . . . So I started looking on Yelp for the least of all scary yoga studios. Whole Life branded itself as yoga for real people, so I gave it a shot. I am SO glad I did! Everyone is so nice, and helpful and everything else that has been said in other reviews. I was shocked to discover that a lot of the people that go there have worse issues than a broken ankle--I was feeling pretty good that I ONLY had a broken ankle. We all do what we can and progress at our own rate, and there is always someone to help you modify a pose (I think they have a person on stand-by full-time for me). I've gone from being super-intimidated to doing yoga three times a week with zero habit-building pains. And those perfect people? I figured out that they only exist in magazines, television and in website photos . . . actually, I see a lot of "beautiful" people at Whole Life, but they are beautiful in a real-person, three-dimensional way . . . sort of like a Dove soap commercial. :o)

I love this yoga studio. The yoga classes are not extreme, more gentle and restorative, which is…read moreexactly what I'm looking for. The studio is clean and comfortable. Instructor is wonderful, I really enjoy her and she very helpful. If you are looking for something on a difficult level, this might not be your best option. She even offers remote classes for people who live in other areas or not able to make it to the studio.

What a great yoga studio! Parking is super easy, it's easy to find, real nice yoga studio, with a…read morewelcoming entrance area that makes you feel like you're in someone's living room. They have classes for free on Wed (not sure if this is only for 1st time students like myself or for anyone who comes on a Wed). I tried the Hatha yoga, which was great. The instructor's name I think was Suzette and she was a great instructor who gave good feedback, and super sweet and welcoming! I felt soooo relaxed in this yoga class, it was almost like doing meditation. We did some amazing stretches (she asked what we wanted to focus on & we all said stretching). I'm quite impressed with this yoga studio!

I've been coming here on and off for about a year using my class pass. The teachers are amazing…read more Shout out to Jay who teaches every lesson originally and has this wonderful aura. And Zara, who has the most beautiful voice, guides you into every pose, and always is wonderfully positive. I always leave feeling amazing physically and mentally.

Love this studio, especially the "Inferno" and "Slow Flo & Yin" offerings. Zarra-Martina is an…read moreamazing teacher: very approachable, supportive, and thoughtful. 10/10 - highly recommend!

Maven manages to be simultaneously soothing and energetic. The studio is calming, safe and fosters…read morean environment to focus and go inside your head and heart for a bit. I have been practicing yoga since the mid-90s, and I've found their instruction and sequencing top notch. The instructors are welcome and I feel comfortable and at home there.

The beginning of my yoga journey started right before the pandemic - I had gone to a few hot yoga…read moreclasses with a coworker but hadn't built enough of a practice to consider incorporating them in my routine. Like many, of course, my yoga practice grew and grew amidst the isolation of the pandemic and I am now happily obsessed with daily practice and challenging myself often. Luckily, I found Maven Yoga right as I decided I was feeling safer and ready to attend in-person classes to grow my practice. I am even LUCKIER to have this sweet little studio near home, and though I've only been attending a few weeks so far, I am SO excited to continue my practice at Maven Yoga moving forward and definitely recommend their unlimited 30-day special for anyone considering new yoga studios in their routine! I have thoroughly enjoyed all of the classes I've attended with different instructors and have found myself both challenged and relaxed after every class! I really appreciate that a sense of community seems to be a goal in this studio - the instructors, especially Kai, make it a point to make you feel seen and guided throughout class. I don't feel like just another number at this studio and feel welcomed every time I step in! The amenities are also great! A relaxing studio with big mirrors and a cool ambiance, changing rooms, showers, restrooms, and super clean - what more could you ask for? As far as Covid-19 protocols go, I felt safe and did feel that there was attention to detail in cleaning as well as safety practices during my visits - masks are worn unless you are practicing and you must show proof of vaccination/negative Covid test if you do want to practice without a mask. The class sizes are spectacular and I have felt comfortable every visit. All in all, I am so glad to have found a yoga studio to incorporate in my weekly routine and am grateful to Kai and all instructors at Maven Yoga for creating such a safe and welcoming space for yoga practice and community.

A lovely studio and community of practitioners. Several instructors offer guided ashtanga classes,…read morerocket style, and daily Mysore self paced with teacher assistance. Also workshops and regular pranayama classes, teacher training and retreats. I very much appreciate Brendan and Christianes dedication and traditional style, and fostering a welcoming and unpretentious community. Thank you!

Some of the best yoga teachers in Seattle, cues and hand on adjustments will really help your…read morepractice. They are thoughtful about their pricing structure.

Halea yoga is one of my favorite hot yoga studios in Seattle. You may have been here before under a…read moredifferent studio name but the studio itself hasn't changed much. From friendly instructors to clean facilities, I genuinely look forward to going to classes. There are lockers, bathrooms, showers, water fountains, and hanging racks available. Try to get to class at least 5 minutes before so you can get ready and settled into your mat. They also rent out mats and towels at the front desk. Most classes start on your back, which I love because it helps me clear my mind before class starts. My favorite instructors are Bekah, Chelsea, and Tami. Whenever I see their names on the schedule, I know I'm in for an excellent session. They're easy to hear throughout class and give clear, straightforward instruction that makes the practice accessible without unnecessary complexity or repetition. I highly recommend trying these instructors, though you really can't go wrong with any of the instructors here. There is street parking around the building and also a parking lot that you can access from 71st or 72nd street. It costs 4.99 for 90 minutes, but if you shop at PCC with a minimum purchase the charge is waived ( don't forget to get the coupon from PCC when you check out!)

Best yoga studio in the city! It's not only a beautiful, large space (even fully booked never feels…read morecrowded), but has amazing group of teachers leading a diverse set of classes. There's always something for everybody. Most importantly, Halea Yoga has built a lovely community of beautiful souls. And showers, lots of showers!

I am writing a review because we can't practice in person right now, and I miss it so much…read more Commune Yoga is hands down the best yoga studio I have ever been a part of. I say I am a part of it because they truly do create a community there. Everyone is so kind, and the teachers always take time to say hi to you. When I first went, I was sort of intimidated by how friendly and talkative students were. I thought everyone knew each other from a previous location but, no, it turns out the studio just creates a welcoming and outgoing energy that makes everyone want to interact with one another. I have even made friends from the studio just by going to classes, which is a rare thing in Seattle. The energy of the studio is lovely, but the classes are even better. They have a class series dedicated to handstands. It's not a workshop, its weekly classes! Never have I ever had the opportunity to learn how to invert before properly. Teachers had always offered it in the past at other studios but never showed how or helped building the foundation for it. I think that is special. All of the flows at Commune are so unique, and you never get the same thing twice. (unless you want to, in which case they have a class just for that!) Usually, at other studios, you can tell if a class is close to over because the flows are repetitive and boring and so your mind wanders, and you start to think about what you'll get to do once it's over or what you'll have for dinner. Commune flows are NEVER like that, and by the time it ends, I'm always a little surprised at how FAST the hour flew by! I want to talk about their pricing too. As a student, I find their pricing incredibly accessible. I no longer have to choose between other expenses or a month of yoga. I left a chain studio to come to Commune and was paying almost double for half the quality of a studio. Commune has excellent rates that won't break the bank. They also have high-quality mats to use for free, unlike a lot of other studios have mediocre mats you have to pay to use. I also love that Commune Yoga is not a hot yoga studio. It gets warm, but not because they cook you with a heater. It makes the practice enjoyable, and I find the lack of overbearing heat makes it easier to stay in touch with how you're feeling physically during your practice. They have also handled the switch to online because of the pandemic with grace and ease. The classes are still just as great, and they are constantly filming and pumping out new content for us every week. We truly don't deserve them.

This is my first class at Commune Yoga. The website indicates to arrive ten minutes before class to…read morebe introduced to the space and fill out waiver/paperwork. I arrived with the facility still closed and the yoga instructor showed up without the ability to get inside. We couldn't get in until 10 minutes into class time. Erica, the name of the person who was supposed to open the studio, was very brief, somewhat rude, and not welcoming. I asked her if I needed to sign anything, she just said "Just put your stuff away and go to class." The instructor, Molly, was super nice. She helped me check in and chatted with me as it was my first class with Commune and ClassPass. She challenges individuals with various movements and provides modifications as needed. I'm a bit disappointed with the engagement with the staff at the studio especially since this is my first class with them.