The wide variety of classes and the hybrid model is a testament to the avid following that On The…read moreMat has. It's is welcoming and clean with knowledgeable instructors who often give mindful reminders to set your practice.

A lovely place to get your yoga groove on in the heart of quaint l'il Concord. The space is serene…read moreand the scene quite tame. (Hooray for elbow room.) Not a place where people come to show off--not their spendy yoga swag nor their fancy yoga moves. Very down-to-earth. The style of yoga taught here is largely of the vinyasa style--steady and flowing, but not as rushed as a power yoga class. Not as heated, either. I'd guess that the room temperature is kept somewhere in the low 80s. Comfortable and warming, but you don't feel like you need IV fluids afterward. Classes here incorporate music into the flow--which I really enjoy. Helps get me out of my head and adds to the experience. The instructors are proficient and friendly and creative. I particularly like Susan--but these days she only teaches an early (for me) morning class on Sundays. I'd love to get out to this place more, but (a) it's a small (albeit scenic) trek out to Concord and (b) it's a weebit expensive, in my opinion ($17 for a drop-in; $16 if you buy a 10 class pass--the part about no expiry is nice! The unlimited 3-month package is tres, tres expensive at $525). Minor gripes, yes. In all, a great place to get a yoga workout for the body and the soul. A hidden gem . . .

This is my favorite hidden gem. After NYC yoga (where I lived for many years), I struggled to find…read morea spot to at challenged me until I found Alchemy yoga. Janine, the owner, is an amazing teacher and mentor. She lives and breathes yoga and will take time to make sure you get what you need to keep your practice growing strong. She offers online and offline courses which is perfect for various peoples' needs and preferences during COVID. Alchemy has kept me energized and inspired during the past year. It's my peaceful heaven.

This is the best. Many yoga classes are either too slow (bend and stretch) or too much like aerobic…read moredancing. (remember that ?) I LOVE the power yoga class. What a work out This is the real thing in terms of yoga, but poses can be modified for any level. (I never do a headstand) I feel very blessed to be within a 7 minute drive, but I would drive an hour (or more) to attend these classes.

Melissa has been training me for several years now. She is one of the most insightful, thoughtful…read moreand knowledgeable instructors I have encountered. She really listens to the needs of her clients and puts in the extra hours to find ways to improve not only their fitness, but their overall health. Melissa takes on a thoughtful and complete approach with her clients, pulling from her knowledge and background in physical therapy, biology, psychology, and a variety of sports and activities. Her dedication to her clients' well-being is impressive and inspiring. Not only does she have a wonderful approach with her clients, but she also has a great sense of humor, making it so much fun to work with her!

From the owner: Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) US…read moreRowing Level I & II Coaching Certified American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer PMA® Certified Pilates Teacher Polestar Pilates Education Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program Balance Body University (BBU) Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program ChildLight Yoga Instructor Massage Therapist (LMT) Kinesio Taping Method Trained Graston Method Trained Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from Santa Clara University

There are secret treasures hiding in this yoga studio, and one of them is their NIA classes. It's…read morelike getting a happy juice workout by going to a dance class, but you don't have to learn a complicated routine (like in a zumba classes) or listen to obnoxious dirty music (like zumba class). The yoga classes are terrific, there is even live music on the Sunday morning class occaisionally, but, really, I'm sure not that many yelpers out there have heard of NIA, but this studio has got to be one of the best NIA studios with the best NIA classes in the country, and many teachers around the Boston area TAKE CLASSES here, where have you ever heard of that? If you have any excuse to hang out on Route 2, like on your way to apple picking or Concord touristy sites, start your weekend morning w/ a NIA class here, and you will be happy happy the rest of the day! Secret #2-- sometimes there are really beautiful veggies and natural foods like honey being sold in their waiting lounge area from the Skinner Ranch, a farm in Groton- I have bought greens and tomatoes in season after class.

This is a great little yoga studio tucked behind the main drag in W. Concord center. The studio has…read morenice ambient lighting and wooden-look floor that set a relaxing mood. They have all equipment available to use, including mats, blankets, straps, blocks, etc. or you can bring your own. I frequent the Monday class with John. He is a wonderful, knowledgeable, and experienced yoga instructor, and I would recommend his classes to anyone looking for a meaningful yoga experience. Classes run about $17/walk-in, and you can buy packaged deals which brings the cost down a bit. My one complaint would be the parking and the signage- it is difficult to find the studio your 1st time! Overall, great studio with good instructors. I'm happy it's in my area!

A gem for yogis! John offers classes where I can always find what I need in my practice - strength,…read morebalance, flexibility, spaciousness, grounding, quiet. Sunday morning is my absolute favorite, 90 minutes of asanas and peace on my mat, surrounded by music and a great vibe. You just have to try it and see for yourself!

From the owner: Peaceful Mindful Yoga with john in West Concord. (While the studio has just changed it's name to…read moreStarfish Dance and Yoga, We're still Yoga with john) at 135 Commonwealth Ave. This is Yoga how it used to be. Safe, not heated, non-competitive. Just the other day I had someone say they liked our classes cause they don't have to 'dress up' and can just be there selves, that there's no 'scene' here. Just the right mix of Body, Breath, Mind, and Spirit. Sun: 9:00am Mon: 4:00 and 6:00pm Tue: 10:15am Thur: 4:00 and 5:30pm Sat: 8:00am

I tried the crystal bed therapy session it was amazing very warm relaxing and peaceful the…read morecombination of light sound and vibration therapy was wonderful for balancing your chakras. I am looking forward to trying the somadome meditation pod. The space is beautiful and an oasis with many different treatments for you to experience to take time for self care. The staff are very kind and welcoming.

Strongly recommend the Synastry reading with Emmy. She was so thoughtful, gave us SO much…read moreinformation, and we walked away with helpful tips for our relationship. Overall a wonderful experience.

I am trying new gyms thanks to a service I am trying out. Barre3 was one of the studios nearby that…read moreI wanted to try. I never had been to a Barre class before but they took the time to introduce me to the instructor and make sure I was set up properly for class. These workouts are tough but the instructors always share modifications for any level. No matter what time I've come, classes are always full. They have a play area for kids and two very clean bathrooms with amenities perfect for when you're in need. I love that they end class with a breathing exercise. I absolutely plan on being a regular here.

Barre3 and Natasha are the best! come for the workout and stay for the community and connection!…read moreNatasha is so welcoming and kind. the workout is sweaty but attainable and easily modified based on your fitness level. All the instructors are very knowledgeable and have varied and fun workout plans with great playlists! It's truly a magical place!

andrea is professional, dedicated, and excellent at what she does. to her every person is unique,…read moreand is treated as such with an individually designed session related to that person's needs, and not a generic cover all basis method. i've known andrea for over three years now both as a friend, and client, and hold her in the highest esteem relating to both relationships.

Andrea has been my therapist for over 7 years. She has used various modalities with me, and I had…read moreworked for several years with a cognitive therapist. I made the greatest movement and healing with Andrea. She is a wonderful therapist and I thank my lucky stars daily that I am so blessed to have her. I finally feel like I am healing from all the trauma, loss, and pain that I have endured in my life.

I came in to Deborah's practice with severe sciatic pain. She worked with me through both bodywork…read moreand massage to not only make me feel 1000x better, but gave me realistic guidelines and homework for stretching that I can really maintain (I'm really bad at discipline!). Deborah's touch is amazing and she combines humor with "sternness" to get out of bad habits. Awesome!