I've gone to the yoga studio several times now using Class Pass. I've enjoyed all of the classes so far including the yoga on the beach classes and sound baths. I've found the teachers to be too notch, caring, and supportive. All of the classes are well attended and checking in is very easy. I've never felt uncomfortable there even though I don't have a "yoga body." I look forward to yoga on beach when the weather is nice. This is my favorite yoga studio in Santa Cruz. read more

This studio is such a gem!! Just did my first session there. It was the Sunday morning strong flow class. Everyone was so welcoming. The session was awesome. The instructor had us meet folks practicing next to us. I love that! I feel a lot more connected knowing the folks I am practicing with. The space is really unique as well. They had real candles lit alongside the window and front of the room. Nice touch!! I'll be back when I am in the area! Thank you pleasure point yoga!!! read more

Took a class here while visiting my son; it's a local yoga spot in a lovely shopping center with a good coffee place nearby. The facility is one big room, & I was able to use a mat from the ones they make available. Seems like a lot of dedicated locals go here, very nice vibe. The instructor led a solid hot yoga class & I felt all my tight areas were stretched out & warmed up. The room wasn't as hot as I hoped, but it got the job done & the cost of the class did not break the bank. I'll come back when I visit. read more

I love this place and have found my zen haven. The instructors are knowledgeable, nurturing and genuinely invested in your growth!

This yoga studio is such a gem! I had stopped practicing yoga for many years and have found my love of yoga again through the many classes that PPY offers. My first impression when I started taking classes many months ago was that I immediately felt welcomed and there was no pretentious vibe to the studio which I really appreciated. The teachers have been amazing and each one has a different perspective, personality and ability to share their knowledge. I particularly love the yin yoga classes and Treva Rain is my favorite. Her energy and presence creates a grounding effect in her classes that is unlike anything I've experienced. This studio offers such a variety of classes and workshops to help you grow in your practice and they even offer a free community yoga class each week. Whether you're brand new to yoga, or a long-time practitioner, there's something for everyone. read more

As a beginning yogi, I started taking weekly yin yoga classes at PPY in April of 2021 because I needed to do *something* for my health. I found the atmosphere here to be extremely welcoming and non-judgmental. My favorite thing is the emphasis on how I am feeling in my own body and/or how capable my own body is, without comparisons to how the other people in the class are doing or even how the instructor is performing the poses. The mood of the classes is very supportive. I have continued to take weekly yin classes with Magnolia and Katie, who are excellent, as well as taking occasional classes with Melissa, Tara and Gwen. The yin yoga (and the restorative or gentle yoga) classes are excellent for beginners and people looking for deep stretching and relaxation. I have noticed a difference since 2021. Highly recommend. read more

Signed up for Buti yoga... was not Buti yoga. It was a heated vinyasa class which they called Buti. Really disappointed because I was decided and drove a long way for class. The front desk girl/instructor was not friendly. It was my first time at the studio and the only thing she said to me was "are you ready to pay?"...would not recommend. Only reason I gave 2 stars is for the cool atmosphere. read more

Spent a weekend in Santa Cruz for my birthday and decided to add beach yoga. Easy search and found Pleasure Point Yoga had options available with great reviews! Absolutely glad we signed up. What a great way to start our morning. Thank you for an awesome experience! Sunny Cove was a perfect location and made for beach yoga! read more

I've done yoga for 20+ years but never at Pleasure Point and beach yoga this morning was amazing! Definitely going to go back :)

I've tried a whopping 12 yoga studios since moving to Northern California 4 years ago! I'm happy to say that Pleasure Point Yoga is now in my top 2 or 3, and certainly my favorite studio so far in Santa Cruz! The Sweaty Flow class on Saturday morning was our 1st experience, and it happened to be on the day of their 5 year anniversary! The studio owner herself, Aimee, led the 1.5 hour class, and it was a wonderfully uplifting class. It was a pretty packed class of about 30 people, but the studio is so spacious that it didn't ever feel overcrowded. The vibe was one of community, genuine friendliness, and openness, which I loved! I've tried a lot of yoga studios, especially chain-like studios, where it feels generic and uninspiring. My bf and I are looking forward to coming back and trying more classes with other instructors during our trial week ($20 for new students). Class packages and drop-in rates are reasonable here and not overpriced like many studios I've tried in the Bay Area. I personally love a solid Vinyasa flow or power yoga style class that both challenges me and inspires me, and I got both from Aimee's class. Her teaching style is soothing yet energizing, well balanced, playful, and you can tell she has a ton of experience because you just feel like you're in good hands whether you're a beginner or advanced yogi. Thank you for a great class and such a welcoming studio bringing the community together! It was also great meeting Aimee after the class and getting invited back later that afternoon for their 5 year anniversary celebration! read more

I really love this place. Great vibes. Great people. I love that they don't have a mirror like most yoga places. That way you can really dive more deeply into your own work without the distraction. read more

I dragged my bridesmaids here during my bachelorette party weekend. The instructor set us up with everything we needed and comped my class as a special for me getting married. The class was great, we loved it here! read more

Pleasure Point Yoga - Yoga Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

As soon as you step inside of Pleasure Point Yoga you'll feel a sense of calm. Such a beautiful light-filled space. The instructors are welcoming and give great guidance for the poses. read more

I'd like to preface this by saying that my intention is not to offend but to inform. There are so many yoga studios, practices, and philosophies out there, so this is just my opinion and I'm aware that others disagree. I'm coming from a perspective of someone who practices with Mark Stephens and enjoys an intelligent, simple, safe, grounded practice. I'd gladly return, as I love to support local businesses, if I knew I'd have a better experience. First off, I walked in fifteen minutes early. The staff person told me to wait outside to see if I would move up the waiting list. I waited for 10 minutes outside. It was freezing. I then asked if I could wait inside. Another more friendly lady told me I could wait inside and that I made it into the class. I got into the class and Rolf Gates was the teacher. I know he's supposed to be a guru, but I don't enjoy his style. First of all, he wears a microphone. The studio is small. Is that actually necessary? Next, he's just really preachy. I like spiritual guidance and awakening as much as the next person, but it's just not authentic and came off as annoyingly new-agey (in my opinion). The sequence was fine but certainly nothing special. More of a beginning class than an intermediate sequence. Just wanted to share my experience in case it's helpful for someone shopping around. read more

Warm, friendly, great instructors. What more can you ask for?! I was a little nervous to get back into yoga after not having gone in ages, but after sustaining a recent injury I thought it might be a great way to heal and maintain. I signed up for the Yin Yoga class (after some encouragement from a friend of mine) and was very pleasantly surprised at how wonderful and different the class was. Amy, the instructor, was so welcoming when we came in and during the class she was soothing, supportive and generally wonderful. The Yin class was the perfect way for me to get back into yoga as it's very mellow and relaxed but still challenging enough that you definitely "feel" the poses. The class times were super convenient and the class size was relatively small which I enjoyed. She even played really great music. ;) I'm a fan. read more

Dear teachers, Please, please, please keep it interesting for us students who have been practicing for 10+ years. Please keep being creative. Please keep us entertained, so we can remain in the moment. Please cue us something we've never been cued before! Thank you for making PPY the BEST. read more

Well I first reviewed in 2012 and have had a great run there. I was hopeful when the new owner took over and until now had been mostly happy. Now the turnover of instructors and the lack of good vinyasa flow instructors has finally worked against my schedule so I am having to discontinue my membership. I am extremely sad as this was my life for so long. read more

This place is amazing!! My first class was with Sean, he was so welcoming when you enter the studio. When his class starts he is an amazing instructor. I took the Sweaty class and I was quite impressed and felt like it was a great workout. I also took a few classes from Rolf. He is very inspirational to start and end your practice and his class is an awesome workout. I have to say each staff member was so friendly and nice. I really enjoyed the studio and I am looking forward to many more classes there. They got it right at Pleasure Point Yoga!! read more

Took my first class here on Sunday @10 ....Sweaty Flow was just that! The teacher, Ashlea, was welcoming and the class was a perfect balance of intensity! It was pretty full so I recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early to grab yourself a spot and some props. I purchased the $20 intro pass and will be trying other classes & teachers this week. If they're anything like my first class, I'll be hooked for sure! Great studio! read more

As a novice yogi, I started taking classes at PPY in order to relax and clear my head. I have a hard time doing both. But, yin yoga has been just the ticket. My favorite classes are Sunday nights with Katie. I feel like it is the best way to start the week. And I found that it has been great in addition to Crossfit. Yin Yoga is a series of long holds in poses. (At least that's how I would define it...) It is so relaxing I feel like I can go to sleep by the time we get to savasana. Katie provides thorough queues and I have found that her classes are by far the most restorative. read more

This was my first time attending a yoga session at Pleasure Point Yoga studio. I did the drop in, which is $15 a session. The studio is quite small, making the sessions very intimate. I went to the Yin session with Kayla Copeland. She had a calming presence. She provided gentle guidance throughout the session. I would certainly come back. read more

All the 7am classes are wonderful and Kenny Graham's 10am on Sunday mornings are the best. I recommend this studio to anybody who wants to practice yoga that honors the lineage, while simultaneously getting a good physical movement practice in, too. read more

This is my favorite yoga studio in town! I have tried all of them but the combination of the space, size of the classes, teachers and yogis makes this studio the best for me. The space is warm and welcoming and the teachers are excellent. I love the sweaty flow on Saturday and Sunday mornings at 10am, the studio is warmed up but not to the point where you are miserable, just enough to get nice and sweaty. The mixed and yin classes are awesome as well, you can't go wrong with any of the classes. They have mats you can borrow if you forget yours and a water source to fill up your bottle. There is a new student special for $20.00. They also have workshops some Saturday and Sunday's. For the person that gave two stars because of their experience with Rolf's class, that is not the typical experience at this studio, I have never experienced anything like that in the last two years at this studio and must have been a one time thing with his particular class. read more

I Adore this place. This studio Was a save haven to me for 6 years. With incredible classes, teachers and a community of really REALLY wonderful people. Thank you for everything PPY look forward to taking some classes when I visit. Love all you ladies deeply. read more

The beach yoga is straight-up awesome. Doing yoga at the beach heightens the experience. Most years it's only offered during summer and only every other week, for some reason. Due to Coronovirus, they're offering way more beach yoga now which is sooo great! read more

I stopped in for Yin Yoga while in town for business. I felt welcome and enjoyed the class. There is ample parking and the yogi and the other clients were friendly. I will return during future business trips. read more

Amazing yoga classes available. Kayla was superb! There was just enough people for a Monday morning and the studio itself is very large and open. read more

Glad I discovered this yoga studio! Enjoying the energetic Saturday morning classes. Small studio so the 10:30 am class is tight, but somehow it still works. I wasn't so sure about the warm room, but it is not hot, so it wasn't a problem. So far I've taken classes from Aimee and Arielle and both were excellent. Location next to two of my favorite coffee/pastry shops means a great post-class recovery, too. read more

I've taken classes at most every yoga studio in Santa Cruz, and this is my favorite one hands-down. The teachers are excellent, friendly, and super knowledgable. I love Sean and Amy especially. They teach great, inspiring, heart-pumping (and heart-opening) yoga flow with just the right blend of effort, relaxation, and just enough incorporation of "yoga off the mat" to imbue the practice with depth and meaning. Sean has the perfect voice and delivery for going deep into your body, and Amy's bright and warm energy keeps you smiling while you're sweating. They also host cool events like hosting musicians and guest yoga teachers, giving the place a sense of community and "more than just yoga" that's really unique. read more

I have tried many different yoga studios all over northern California......all I can say is that I have finally found my home at Pleasure Point Yoga. The environment is warm and comforting and the teachers are loving, gentle yoga experts without any pretense - they welcome you, no matter your skill level, and expertly and patiently guide you in improving your practice........and your health. My favorite teachers (right now) are Amy and Sean but I am confident that I will love the other teachers as well as soon as I get the opportunity to try more classes. So grateful to have found this place. I love this sanctuary! read more

Exactly what I was looking for. Great space with a great teacher. Will definitely stop in on my way back through town.

New to yoga? Go here. Not-so-new to yoga? Go here. This is a great studio, totally unpretentious, with really patient, skilled, friendly teachers. It's a very welcoming group--whether you're someone who goes every day, or it's your first visit, everybody is treated the same and you're made to feel like part of the community. I really love that aspect, and you can tell the instructors genuinely love what they do. There is a range of class styles and times throughout the week, which allows me to mix things up and keeps me from getting too comfortable in any one set routine. I also love the space itself, which is somehow expansive and cozy at the same time (plenty of floor to spread out on, but not so much it feels vast). The ceiling is vaulted and I love staring off into into the spaciousness when we're on our backs. Overall, great place to relax, unwind, reload. I highly recommend it! read more

Great studio with incredible teachers. Easy to book classes online. This studio is like a church inside. Amazing wood tones and murals. The instructors are great and always happy to see you. Sean Guinan was my first teacher there taking me into beginning yoga and moving me along very patiently. Aimee Nitzberg'ss Mixed class is my favorite. read more

I am so pleased to discover this new studio so close to home! It is beautiful! The murals, art, and gorgeous wood flooring make practicing yoga there a real joy! The teachers are knowledgeable and inspiring. I love the heated vinyasa sequences that Amy teaches. I always am greeted with a smile and feel welcomed and appreciated. read more

Lovely space warmly filled with lovely people. Today's gentle flow was exactly what I needed, perfectly chill given my non-practice with plenty of fun practitioners to watch as they tackled challenging poses. I'll happily go back to this vibrant and peaceful space. read more

This is a solid studio! I was visiting from out of town and decided to try the mixed yoga class and was very delighted that I went.The teacher was incredibly mindful and her cueing was on point. I'm looking forward to trying other teachers. This studio is incredibly welcoming and has a wonderful, chill vibe about it. Definitely worth a visit or two if you are from out of town and looking to practice. Namaste! read more

I got a week for $20. Great deal. I tried 5 different teachers with 5 distinct styles. It seems like there's something for every yogi from slow and more spiritual to a quicker flow and a "power yoga" style. Regardless of the teacher, I felt looked after and at peace in every class. Great space. read more

Nice space, good atmosphere and welcoming staff. Took one class with Sean while visiting SC, experienced and caring teacher, nicely paced class. I would recommend to check it out when in town. read more

Was lucky enough to practice yoga at this lovely studio for a couple days while visiting. I fell in love with it immediately. Such a welcome, friendly, therapeutic environment. Both instructors I had for the mixed flow were phenomenal. At the end of each hour fifteen minute class I found myself wanting more. Whenever I'm visiting again you can be sure I'll be back. Thank you for a wonderful yoga experience! Namaste! read more

I was so fortunate to join such a wonderful studio while on vacation in Santa Cruz. I was able to attend Thursday and Friday @9am and Saturday @10am and all three classes were unique and honest designs by each instructor; each class had a clear intention and design that came together through the 1.5 hour practice. I found Michelle's class the most pleasurable, not only physically but also mentally. Her confident but calm voice guided me through a challenging practice that left me tired and invigorated. After leaving the studio on Thursday, I found myself pondering some of the ideas she suggested during class, and to me that is a good sign of a talented guide for my practice. All three teachers cheerfully greeted me at the door as I entered and made me feel very welcome. The bathrooms were clean, and there are plenty of props (blocks, blankets, straps etc.). The classes seem to be approachable to people of most skill levels, but Saturday was a bit more challenging and hotter (that is by design and with the intention of the class). If you're in the SC area, I would highly recommend this studio. read more