I discovered Melanie Richards, owner of Happy Tree Yoga, at the yoga expo this year (thanks to Lina…read morefor the tickets!). I attended her yin yoga workshop at the expo and fell in love with it after a 90 minute session. Yin yoga in slang terms "lazy yoga" focuses on 5 minute deep stretches/yoga poses that helps train your mind to focus on your body. You begin to listen to what your body says in motion allow you to be present through each movement. The session ends with a self love nap time you can say. Coming out of the class- you walk out with a high similar to that of when you get a massage at a spa! So relaxing. More about the happy tree studio: there are two locations: near vendome metro station and on st. Laurent (the original site). I went to the original site - it's located on a second floor. The studio itself is a shared space with another yoga business- equilibrium yoga. The space was very nice. At the entrance, you leave your coat and shoes. Following is the reception counter and a small hangout area where you treat yourself to some yogi tea (non-caffeinated, more a blend of spices like cinnamon). There is a changing area along with bathrooms- this space was a bit worn out and needs a bit more updating (the bathroom specifically). For the regulars- you can store your yoga mat for 25$ a month at the studio, or rent one for 2$ a day. Melanie's actual class space was divine. The energy of it was calming and resonant. This was my first yoga class- so it was a big deal for me to feel comfortable and I felt completely at ease. The only thing you have to bring along with you is a yoga mat- everything else is provided (yoga bricks, stretching band?, cushions, blanket). There were 8-10 ppl in the class with plenty of space for everyone. The movements were easy to follow and she also provides modifications. If you sign up you can get your first month (unlimited sessions) for 45$ (including fees if you sign up on the website). This is a great option for those that need a little TLC. Shivasanam!

I've been doing yoga on and off for about 9 years now and like any sort of physical activity, your…read moreexperience of yoga depends in large part to the kind of instruction you receive. Bad instructor usually means bad experience, good instructor means good experience. That said, I've been coming to HappyTree yoga now for about 2 months and have nothing to complain about. So having said that, Happytree yoga is a warm, cute studio, flooded in natural light, in the heart of downtown Montreal making it ideally located for after-work sessions. The instructors here are great particularly Melanie, Brian, Sonya, Gen and Albert. I like the vibe of the place too, it feels smaller, more intimate and safer. There is a stronger sense of community instead of the sense of anonymity you might encounter in the larger studios, plus having shower and locker facilities for a hot yoga studio is always a plus. Unlike Bikram or Moksha yoga, where it's the same routine everyday, I like the diversity that Happytree offers. Yes, it's a typical, gentrified yoga studio but if you're here just for the practice and do your own thing, then this is a great place to do yoga on a regular basis. And the free yogi tea is a nice touch too!

Very good experience in hypnotherapy sessions. I could see the changes and I highly recommend.read more

I am visiting from California and took a drop in class at this adorable studio down the street from…read moreour hotel. I took the Rise flow class with Madeline and it was everything I needed for a mid-vacation reset. From the moment I walked into the studio to inquire about class styles and schedule, I felt welcomed. Everyone is friendly and warm and in a genuine way. The studio is clean, light and bright with beautiful hardwood flooring and full length windows on the side of the room that the students face. The window sill is filled with plants the length of the windows as well. My teacher was Madeline and she was lovely. After welcoming me to class and giving me and several others a brief mint-infused lotion neck massage, she led us through a thoughtful and balanced morning flow that touched upon all the things I needed - self-reflection, guided breath cues, slow deliberate movement. What a perfect morning flow! If I lived in the area, I would be a regular practitioner. Until next time! Thank you, Luna Yoga.

Woo! With taxes (which are a lot fyi!) we paid $90 for a 5 class pass which my sister and I could…read moreshare. If you want to take more than 1-2 classes, it's probably a better deal to do the class pass! We were just visiting for 10 days but only staying in the neighborhood for 3 days. We started off our vacation right and took two classes (one Saturday and one Sunday)! I was able to email them when I got home to donate the 5th class. Just a heads up that you have to contact them to cancel your membership - it auto renews! They had $2 mat rentals, these B MATs and they felt really good! I am now considering buying one lol. Classes were in English - one mixed a little French in but usually after doing one side in English, so as an English-speaker I was never lost! We loved this cute Old Montreal area and finding our little home studio away from home! We felt amazing after classes - highly recommend if you have the time and visiting, so you can stretch out the plane/travel kinks!

Went to a mid day practice, attended by myself and 6 other yogis. Well balanced flow, the space…read moreand people are magnificent! Love this studio, if I was a local- this would be my yoga dojo!:)

Love Studio Wanderlust!! I have been a member here for about 2 years now. Focuses on vinyasa flow…read moreclasses. Teachers are extremely knowledgeable, classes are high quality, and challenging both physically and mentally. I would recommend picking a class that suits your practice. Even if you are a bit more athletic, you are sure to enjoy the entry level classes, as you will get to learn the break downs of each pose. Really cool programme is available where you trade three hours of studio volunteering for unlimited yoga. Studio de Bass -- entry level class Studio 1 -- for the not so beginners Le studio -- most advanced classes

I just started at Naada recently so I'll likely update this review in a bit as I get to know it…read morebetter but my first impressions are hugely positive. I love the expansive vibe as you enter and the sense that you are in a space that is not just a gym equivalent or a snob fest or a bunch of awkward bits of cultural appropriation woven into new age mindfulness cult. It's a place of joyful study, and community connection. Everyone I've interacted with who works there has the same vibe - helpful but not too serious. Real smiles and laughter in a quiet respectful way. I dig it. I've been trying out a class that happens in a pretty small room and it can definitely get crowded and warm, and I bet it's kind of nuts in there in the summer. But I like the spacious area for coats and changing cabins and bathrooms, and I appreciate all the clean and good quality gear they have for you to use, from mats to blocks, straps, pillows and cozy blankets. The teacher I've had is funny and thoughtful and really focused on each person finding their flow and connection to their bodies - the opposite of the weirdly competitive "i'm more bendy than you and more zen than you!!" vibe that I've seen manifest in other yoga scenes. Naada participates in local block parties and other community events in their neighbourhood and runs all kinds of creative classes tying yoga to voice and music. I look forward to getting more involved with this fun inspiring space!!

The body, when care-fully listened to, breathed, and yoked, is complete amusement park, temple,…read morelibrary, laboratory and league of nations. Naada is three brilliantly appointed studios dedicated to the elegant study, healing and worship of soma and somatic psychological YOU, by you, for all in Mile End. =D Spacious, bright, (with one huge studio and two womb-like studios) eloquently thoughtful and organically designed; includes all the amenities_ entry, check-in foyer, an elegant tea room with library, bathrooms and change rooms. Leave your shoes at the door and go see for yourself. NOW having said all that: DO NOT GO to Naada! because this is an exceptional studio, with some extraordinarily gifted yogini / yogis and I dont want to fret about not being able to secure my space -online- in my desired classes on their weekly schedule. Ooops. Ok. Play kindly Tammy! K. GO to Naada! ...if you must. Check their glossy site for various class offerings. Including teacher trainings and specialized other yogini stuff. Their phone app is total silky convenience. If the devil is in the details, from physical space to cyber, this is one VERY wicked biz! I repeat: extraordinary! hilarious...thunderclaps in Mile End seals the deal between my devotion to coming home to me and Naadas impeccable support in that commitment. Kudos Naada! Top shelf!

Many classes everyday, big cloackroom, many lockers, many showers but water only for segments of 15…read moresec !!! That sucks... Hippie decoration nice service ! Free tea :)

As far as yoga studios go, I can't say I'm a connoisseur seeing how this is maybe the third studio…read moreI've ever visited. That being said I loved, loved, LOVED my experience here. The staff is amazing and friendly and the vibe is just amazing. More than just a yoga studio, they have two adorable dogs who basically serve as their mascot (don't worry they are super friendly!) and offer their members tea and comfy couches to chill on before or after class. They have a very convienient schedule with classes throughout the day in both english and french although from experience the instructors switch betwee languages if they need to. Their changing rooms and shower areas are impeccable and cleanliness is definitely not an issue. The only problem you might have is finding a locker at peak hours (evening classses). Classes are fairly priced with 17$ per class (2$ for each matt and towel rental) but you students get a couple bucks off (score!) I would definitely recommend this studio to beginners who want to discover the practice as well as to aficionados who want a challenge (something called PowerFlow - I have never sweat so much in my life). Parking is a bit of a challenge but doable, just arrive early as they don't like latecomers!

Nice yoga studio with hot yoga classes and not hot yoga classes as well…read more Clean and cozy . They give mat yoga for free at midday classes. Good to know that they have a promotion 40$ /1 month for new customers. Enjoy ! The only hot yoga classes in the north east of Montreal.

I really like the vibe at this place. It's so calm immediately when you walk in. Everyone at the…read morestudio (people working and the people there doing yoga) really respect the silence, which is different from other studios I've been to. I really enjoyed my classes with Emily and Vanessa! They were awesome and they let you go at your own pace, which is important to me! I would recommend this place to anyone - but especially those who want to try yoga but are intimidated by it (like myself) - the instructors make you feel so comfortable.

Yoga Shak is one of the best studios in Montreal HANDS DOWN !…read more I started going a month ago and so far my experience is outstanding! The instructors are friendly and professional at the same time, The studio is clean and organized, there is a Huge window the sun shines from, Just the perfect place for Yoga. I highly recommend this place for beginners and advanced .

Very clean & friendly staff. The entrance/reception area can get crowded if everyone shows up at…read morethe same time but that's just a unique way to get everyone to introduce themselves and possibly make new friends. Very zen like feeling in the studio with images to bring the wandering minds/eyes back to focus. Refreshments, mats & smiles provided if needed.