I'm new to yoga in general and have been trying a lot of new places…read more I tried a regular studio and was like ehhh. Found a Groupon for hot yoga - read about the benefits and decided let's do this!!! I tried a few of the classes on the unlimited month. The sumits 60 was not the first class I should of been trying - wish I could eventually build up to that level though. The restore and relax classes are nice when you just want to relax and stretch and enjoy the heat. My favorite class is with Joni on Wednesday mornings - the slow and flow class. It's just slow enough to keep up for me but not too fast and I love her enthusiasm and loooove the hot yoga aspect. Try it out.

I LOVE SUMITS! This is so great because we have one in CA where I used to live and this one is just…read moreas great! They have a very diverse range of classes, included a heated Pi-Yo class that is SUPER challenging and includes a lot of cardio. Their sumit flows are great and so are their late night stretching classes. The teachers are lovely and do a great job of making the classes challenging and also relaxing. It is definitely a non-judgmental space as well! There is a great Groupon available right now that I recommend and their community classes are $9 which is pretty accessible.

In a culture overrun by cold, gym-style power yoga studios, InBliss is my sanctuary. Warm, unique,…read moreand unpretentious, this studio welcomes all humans with a loving embrace. I mean it! They have one of the most diverse groups of students you'll encounter, and no matter where you are in your practice or physical abilities, there is a class for you. You'll find no judgement here. Nothing about InBliss feels like a business, rather, a safe space to recharge my batteries and deepen my yoga practice. I felt from the very beginning that they truly cared about me. Something I particularly love about InBliss is that they aren't afraid to dive deep - things like chanting, sound bowls hands on assists, and breathwork are just a few experiences I enjoy in every class here - and those things are becoming more rare as cookie cutter corporate studios are popping up all over the city. Matti, Starr, and the rest of the teachers are deeply knowledgeable, but also genuine, generous, and kind - always making me feel truly like a part of their community. If you're considering giving InBliss a try, their pricing is VERY reasonable, making yoga accessible to more people. They have an amazing new student special, as well as some of the lowest monthly unlimited yoga memberships I've seen. We are SO LUCKY to have such a perfect place in the northland. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart

The owner is just friendly all around! Great energy during the class. I love that they have all the…read moreequipment you need in the studio (mats, straps, blocks, bolsters, ect). We came for a group event and we got to enjoy the back room space. Their essential oils really set the atmosphere and their no shoe policy keeps things clean and calm. They have a variety of classes for all levels of yogis and I can't wait to get back for another class. I felt so relaxed and recharged after the rejuvenation class. Overall a wonderfully owned business & ambiance. Ooooohhhhhmmmmm.

Colleen is an excellent instructor! I have attended both in-person and by Zoom. The classes are a…read moregentle mix of yoga and pilates, which is good for me as a 72 year old in reasonably good shape. Colleen is very thorough in instructing and uses lots of imagery ("imagine your spine is a string of pearls") which helps foster the learning to know one's body. In the studio she is very attentive to each student and watches to assist poses. The space is warm, clean, visually appealing, and orderly. The classes I attend are restorative, I would say, where some props are used. This is not the tpe of class where more time is spent arranging than actually engaging your body.. She also instructs in how to modify a pose or movement and givers space to do that depending on your needs. What has been helpful for me personally is stretching of muscle groups, and the attention paid to moving hip and shoulder joints which are often problem areas for seniors. Yesterday's session involved legs and hips--"drawing circles on the ceiling", doing bridges, and more than I can't recall right now. We also take time to shake out muscles after movement. Within 12 hours I had some relief of pain, which says a lot about the benefits of this work.

Colleen hosted myself and my friends and family for part of my bachelorette weekend. We did the…read morerestorative yoga class and my expectations were greatly exceeded. Colleen was very welcoming and made us all feel comfortable and relaxed. The process to book was very easy and her communication was great as well. We will definitely be back!

I love this place! I started here in May/June of 2023 after I had tried a few different types of…read moreworkout classes. I had been struggling with a chronic illness that was really robbing me of having a life. Starting Pilates has helped immensely! I love that they have so many different options for classes and that you will see people with all types of bodies and experience. I truly have never taken a bad class. I especially love the ones with Kathleen, Jackie and Shannon! Can't recommend them enough.

I'm a beginner and I have loved their process of introducing the exercises through private sessions…read moreand classes. I haven't felt lost or left out during the classes and every instructor has been amazing. I was looking for low impact workouts that meet me where I am and don't rely on flexibility, as that's a weakness of mine. I have felt safe with every exercise - no injury concerns. Budget friendly for newbies as well.

I purchased the Groupon for 10 sessions, attended my first class last week, three more this week,…read moreand I have to say, I'm already hooked! They offer a variety of classes--anything from reformer machines to mat or cardio kettlebell and pilates on a ball--so it never gets boring. They also have several classes scheduled around lunchtime, which makes it very convenient, especially since most are only 30 minutes. Don't let the "only 30 minutes" part fool you, though--after my first Pilates on a Ball class, I could barely walk out of the place because my legs were shaking from the awesome workout! They are also super friendly and make you feel welcome. I've purchased Groupons or done trial memberships at other gyms and sometimes not a single person or employee would even acknowledge me, say hi, ask how I was liking everything, etc. Not so at Pilates 1901. Within five minutes of walking in the door the first time, Tina was introducing herself, showing me around, and answering any questions I had. As another review stated, the instructors are very friendly and truly care about you and how you're doing.

Great, knowledgeable instructors, no stress environment, creative and different workoutsread more

I've taken classes with three different instructors now at Maya Yoga and I can safely say, I'm a…read morefan! Housed in a building that was once part of Kansas City's film row, I had a good feeling as I walked over Joan Crawford's and Jean Harlow's stars on the sidewalk leading into the building. (both screen queens spent their formative years in KC... wow, I have a way of fitting that into many reviews, don't I?) The studio is on the second floor, down past the check-in desk and hallway where you'll find the bathrooms and an alkaline water system. The studio itself is lovely, with bamboo floors and all kinds of wall hangings and statues around the room with Ganesh and other Hindu deities, which automatically makes me feel happy. The room has lots of windows, which allows for natural light and they like to keep the temperature to 80 degrees. No, this is NOT hot yoga (not a fan, personally), but you will sweat. Personally, I do like having windows open, letting in fresh air and fans, but I think I'm in the minority as I haven't found any studios that have this kind of thing. Most classes are taught by Kathleen and Wade, the husband and wife team that own Maya Yoga and both are approachable, strong instructors that will push you as far as you need to be pushed, while not going too far. It's noted on the schedules which classes are more for beginning students, by the way, so take note of that if you are a beginner. Having fallen out of regular practice, I mixed it up a bit to get back into it. I've taken a combination of classes, although not those in the morning or evening (ashtanga) which are really for those who have some background in yoga. I don't love ashtanga, but I did take two intro classes with Wade and he really does a great job of easing you into this challenging practice, for many of us, would take years to be able to do a lot of the asanas to their fullest benefit. Keep in mind, yoga is a practice and it's not about who can do this or that pose or asana. It's hard for most Westerners, as most of us are looking to be "good" at it (myself not excluded). What I've always found interesting is that you can be an absolute beginner but able to do some challenging poses with ease, like from when I started yoga many years ago, I found ankle to knee pose to be a piece of cake while a good portion of seasoned practitioners struggle with this. Meanwhile, I've still yet to be able to put my hands flat the floor when doing a forward bend. Kathleen's Tuesday midday Vinyasa class is perfect and definitely challenges me (hello splits! Still can't do those, either), while keeping me in good practice for those poses that come easier (Yay, backbends!). Today we had a really fantastic sub named Gwen and I need to see if she teaches other classes, because she was a blast- really down to earth, really helpful, but again, it's not gentle yoga (which she teaches as well, to seniors. How awesome is that?!) I come from a Vinyasa and Kundalini practice and ideally my practice combines both. Maya doesn't offer Kundalini, so I'll probably be going elsewhere for that, but I am really happy that I found a yoga studio that I love for Vinyasa!

Tucked away in downtown KC Maya Yoga is a bit off the beaten path.. My daughter and I bought a…read moregroupon to give it a try since we enjoy taking Ashtanga classes from a variety of teachers since everyone is a bit different. The studio is warm however the instructors were not (which surprised me). Maybe it's because we had a groupon and are not regulars? who knows.. We positioned ourselves in the back row since we were not familiar with their sequencing or how they ran their classes. The instructor was pretty intense for a beginner class and was a bit too serious for me. Don't get me wrong it was a challenging class and she knows her stuff but the yoga vibe of love, peace and Namaste was not abundant as at other studios.

Best place to work out! The teachers are all fantastic and will give you a butt kicking but also…read morewon't yell at you when you need to pause and breathe, because you will. They have yoga, barre, hot flow, and my personal favorite, sculpt classes (think yoga moves mixed with free weights and cardio bursts). I love the 5:45am work out classes as I can get a great workout in and be home and showered before kids need to go to school and I need to go to work. Now let's talk about the teachers, Katelyn, Claire, Avery, Kennedy, and Kayla, keep me motivated to get up in the mornings. If all goes well I love going to a Ricky class on the weekends! Highly recommend this place! So welcoming regardless of where you are at physically! I feel stronger and more energized, which is saying a lot as I have entered in to my fourth decade of life, but it's all because of this studio. Grab a friend and come!

I really enjoy the classes at power life. The yoga classes are a good intermediate level.read more

After a long hiatus, I finally returned to my yoga practice in March of this year. I was looking to…read morefind a yoga studio that was welcoming and unpretentious with knowledgeable teachers and a good vibe. I was a little nervous to return after several years not practicing, and I expected to have to try several studios before landing on "the one" but I got lucky when I ended up at Westport Yoga for my first class in KC. I tried a few other studios in the area after that first class but I just kept coming back to WY because of the teachers and atmosphere. I've taken Vinyasa, Vin/Yin, Gentle Flow, and Yin classes and all of them are fantastic in their own unique way. I love that they have no mirrors in the yoga studio. It really allows me to focus on my own movement with less distraction or comparison to others. The classes are accessible to all levels, and focus mainly on going at your own pace/at your own comfort level. Free-to-use Lululemon yoga mats are available, as well as complimentary tea and a small library of books on yoga and other related subjects. The owner, Lisa, has truly put her heart and soul into the studio. Not to mention, the new studio in Brookside that they just moved to is beautiful and spotless. There is plenty of parking, and it is in a safe and quiet neighborhood. I would recommend WY to anyone and everyone!

Amazing! Lisa has been working with me on some Ataxia that is neurological. Because of the unusual…read moregait I have, I am often dealing with pain in different areas and falls. Lisa knows so much and is observant. She watches how I move and has come up with some very helpful exercises and movements for me. Do not even think twice before going to her for Yoga Therapy!