Knowledgeable instructors teaching a variety of classes for both beginners and advanced students…read more Atmosphere is caring and supportive.

I am a Qigong/Tai Chi student and have been looking for a local place to practice, I've found that…read morehome here. The teachers are knowledgeable, patient and dedicated to their practice. The Center is located in the Merlino Arts building and the energy of the place contributes to the welcoming atmosphere of the center. I highly recommend it!

Andrea has been a God send for me and I mean that literally. My spine is fused and I have other…read morehealth issues. Her specialized Tai Chi that she will format to your health is so wonderful and she listens and cares and will continue to make changes as things change with your body. She has also been helping me with pain management through visualization & other relaxation techniques for my blood pressure, it is now 124 over 78. Thank you! Namaste Andrea Diana N.

Andrea was a great teacher! I had four virtual lessons with her, and I learned so much. She helped…read moreme with balanced posture and taught me some new forms. She coached me through the most healthful body positions for core, and arms and legs while doing forms. With a focus on smooth flow and breathing, she offered ways to modify forms for my individual needs by being aware of what feels right for my body. Her encouragement made me feel very positive and optimistic about my continued journey forward into learning more tai chi. She's a great person to reach out to if you need some expert guidance in confidently undertaking tai chi.

My daughter goes here to get her kung fu action in. She said she likes it. It is a two-hour session…read morethat starts from 7pm to 9pm. She said it is a tad bit long for her, considering she's only 8. They teaches a bit of self defense, kickboxing, kung fu, etc. The master is very nice. Everyone there treats each other like family, so that's a nice touch. The class she's in, there's about 10 people of all ages. There's also a bleacher to sit and watch if you don't want to get your workout in. And also a water station in case you get thirsty! No complaints about this place. So far so good!

This Gym is very small, but great things come in small packages! I joined on a Living Social deal…read moreand was told that after a week I could roll into a membership with no enrollment fee. I only wanted to try the Zumba class, but I have a feeling I will be utilizing the equipment there also on off-Zumba days. The staff is friendly and helpful, the facility is clean, and it't only 5 minutes from my house. Kristina, the Zumba instructor is fantastic, and certainly makes the class extra fun and highly energized! The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is due to the gym's size... but for what I need, it's perfect! Very excited to continue my visits here!

Comfortable- good size- classes are fun- you never have to wait for a machine- it's never too…read morecrowded. They have showers too which I haven't used. I also hear that there's a tanning bed which I also haven't used. I sometimes wish they were open later but that doesn't take away from it. They have a loft on top that's only for women which is nice too.

Vadim is an excellent teacher, he demonstrates the movements and provides clear instructions on…read morebreathing, energy flow, and mental focus. I always feel energized and relaxed after class. It's wonderful to be outside and breathing fresh air.

Stumbling across this class is one of the best things that happened to me this year. The…read moreinstructor, Vadim, is the real deal, with several decades of deep experience. This isn't westernized "McDonalds" qigong, this is the genuine practice, the teachings passed down by Chinese masters of the art. As a beginner, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect. Vadim made me feel immediately welcome, patiently reviewing foundational practices like Ba Duan Jin. I'm thrilled he emphasizes standing practices (e.g. Zhan zhuang), deceptively powerful exercises often overlooked by lesser teachers. He's great at demonstrating proper form, explaining WHY we're learning particular practices, and patiently correctly mistakes in our form. After my last class (a real workout for body and mind!) we got tea and talked about life. I'm extremely grateful for the opportunity to learn from such an accomplished and generous teacher. Hope to see you in class one day!

First impression, not that great. I couldn't find it, and my gps was trying to take me around the…read moreblocked off back of the building. Once I finally figured out how to get to the front, I still wasn't positive I was in the right place until I saw the sign saying "Self Defense." Bingo. I was invited to take part in a self defense class. It was a private party for the 7 of us that showed up and was a 3 hour class. The first hour was a getting to know us hour. Why we were there, what we were looking for out of the class, ect. The last 2 hours were learning and practicing some of the self defense techniques that were taught. I learned things I wish I would have learned years ago. Things I'm almost embarrassed to have not know. Things that every woman should learn in order to protect herself from any number of situations. Our instructor was wonderful. Fun and knowledgeable. She was also very respectful of us while we practiced. We only physically practiced the tricks if we were comfortable doing so. It was a very safe environment. The building offers numerous other classes. Ballet and belly dancing, yoga, tai chi and Zumba. There's also a weekly self defense class on Mondays that I'll be doing my best to drop in when I'm able. Seriously ladies. It was beyond worth giving up 3 hours of my Sunday to learn this stuff.

"Many thanks" would be the first thought that comes to mind when thinking about the free,…read moreopen-to-anyone, Tai Chi classes Caylen provided at Alki Beach this summer. Prior to my first class with Caylen, I was interested in starting a meditation practice but having a very hard time with it. Physically sitting still and mentally letting go **aren't exactly** my strong suits. And that's when a friend pointed me toward Caylen's classes and recommended that I might want to try something that incorporated a bit more movement. My initial reaction was "Yeah, okay, it couldn't hurt." That, and I got a good laugh out of the well-worn joke describing Tai Chi as, "Old people sneaking up on trees." A half-dozen classes later, I still laugh at the joke... but I'm now very appreciative of what I've learned from the "Storm Tai Chi" classes. If you're looking for some sort of over-the-top, high energy, highly regimented class... this might not fit the bill. But if you want to learn about Tai Chi (and although this might sound silly, about yourself as well, in both a physiological and mindful sense) I'd encourage anyone to attend one of Caylen's classes. They are informal, but exceedingly informative. The instructional style is low key but amazingly insightful. And the number of times I find myself using (sometimes subtlety, sometimes very overtly) the things from a lesson in everyday circumstances often catches me by surprise. Be it something to do with breathing, or awareness, or being present, or even pushing things away or pulling things towards me (either physically or mentally)... it's ALL GOOD. And yes, I even find that since working with Caylen, some of the more traditional meditation practices are now easier, much easier, to get my mind around. All because of my time spent learning how to "sneak up on trees". Update: Caylen's outdoor Alki classes are over for the year, but will resume in the spring. Other class info can be found on his website.

Namaste ... to all the instructors and business owner(s) at Three Trees!…read more I am truly thankful to you all especially during COVID for offering 'zoom' yoga and offering at affordable prices! And, I may be one yogi who actually prefers 'zoom' yoga with its convenience, comfort of your own space and props, ease of use... please please please continue to offer post COVID My yoga practice has grown with the ability to 'zoom' and I look forward to my practice! I appreciate the diversity of classes and instructors available, and have seen my strength grow both mentally and physically! Another treat is trying out classes from recent graduates of their yoga instructor classes when a substitute is needed. A new 2021 feature offered is earning points towards a free class or merch when completing a class! Rewards works for me!

November 2024: This yoga studio is organized, clean and has a calming atmosphere. The instructors…read moreare knowledgeable and friendly. There are a variety of classes throughout the week. They have equipment you can borrow too. They use an app with which you can sign up for classes, buy passes, read instructor bios and reviews, etc. It is convenient. Recommend!

I first made an appointment with the staff at Puget Sound Pilates in October, 2013, because I was…read moresuffering from chronic back pain. I had tried massage and chiropractic, but realized that I needed to work on my core strengthening to help resolve my issues. The instructors at Puget Sound Pilates are fantastic and really know what they're doing. They were able to identify issues that I needed to work on and carefully tailor a program for me that not only helped my back pain but helped make me stronger and healthier in general. I'm still working with the staff now and look forward to my weekly sessions. I'm extremely grateful to Val and the other instructors there for providing such a great service.

From the owner: Puget Sound PIlates provides private individual Pilates apparatus instruction as well as mat…read moreclasses. The studio contains a comprehensive selection of apparatus equipment and accessories. Pilates is a form of exercise, developed by Joseph Pilates, which emphasizes the balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility, and awareness in order to support efficient, graceful movement. Pilates is adaptable to any fitness level and need: whether you are just starting to exercise, a senior, pregnant, rehabilitating an injury, an elite athlete or dancer, or someone in between, the foundations of Pilates movement apply to you.