I dropped in for a lunchtime yoga session. It was extremely peaceful and welcoming. There were only…read morea few of us in class and we got into a nice flow, ended with some yin. Would like to try more classes here. Thank you!

As a runner I know that stretching and lengthening are two things that I need to keep me on the…read moreroad but many times I fall off the bandwagon and end up paying the price. Over the winter - my husband (and running czar) must have realized this as he purchased me a 10 class card to Newington Yoga Center, located on the "main drag" of Newington. The yoga studio has a small waiting area when students can leave their bags, shoes, etc but a fairly large practice space. I am not very well versed in the different types of yoga but all of the teachers I have encountered have been helpful, gently moving me into the correct position or allowing me to practice how I am feeling that day. I might not get all the moves correctly or be able to lift myself off the ground in the lotus position (and believe me I have tried) but it has helped me work out the kinks, stretch and lengthen and more importantly leave feeling a sense of peace and centeredness I most times did not have before class.

I accompanied my pregnant friend to a prenatal yoga class on a sunday morning. I'm so glad I did…read morebecause I love this studio and will definitely be back. This spot is so cute and very welcoming. Although it was prenatal yoga, it was easily modifiable and i had a great session. I appreciated the matts, blocks, blankets, pillows available for use. After this session, they offered little bouquets to us it was such a nice touch (it was mother's day)! The location of this studio is perfect, you can take a walk before or after through old wethersfield. My friend and I went for brunch at heirloom market after. There is ample parking here which I really appreciated for the busy area. My friend and I felt great afterwards and agreed we'd come back.

Cutest little spot! The area is great, the staff was so kind, and although it was my first time…read moredoing yoga, I felt welcomed and comfortable! My friend and I had the best time, there's great parking, and plenty of things to do around! Can't wait to come back!

I found out about this yoga studio through Groupon, and it's one place I'll definitely continue…read morereturning to even without a Groupon. There are so many classes offered by a variety of teachers in a variety of different teaching styles. With all of the times and options offered, there's something to please every yogi. Most classes are an hour and fifteen minutes long. Their website is very user friendly and always up to date with the class schedule, a description of each class, and a bio about the instructor, which generally includes the experience level of the instructor and what got him or her into yoga in the first place. I've never had an issue with classes being too full, and if you don't have your own mat or other yoga props (blocks, belt, blanket), they have them there for use free of charge. The studio feels very welcoming and comfortable as a whole. There are two big rooms for classes and all of the staff are exceptionally friendly, helpful, and supportive of your individual yoga practice. The studio also offers teacher training, clinics, and some specialized classes, including one geared towards individuals dealing with MS. They are open 7 days a week. I'd highly recommend this yoga studio. The location is easily accessible (right off of route 2), convenient (across from the TJMaxx/Shoprite plaza, with its own parking lot), and between the number of classes and different teaching styles, you're guaranteed to find something you like that fits in your schedule.

What a lovely community at this local yoga studio…read more And now they have moved a brighter, more spacious facility right down the road from their old studio. This last weekend was their opening weekend. They offered a full weekend of free yoga classes. I wish I could have taken them all. The yoga teachers are all very friendly and knowledgeable. The front desk staff are friendly and helpful. The massage therapist is excellent. He was giving free chair massages. Great technique and pressure. The studio spaces easily accommodated 30 people. Nice, new, and clean. After three days in a row at this place, I feel centered and blissed out. A nice oasis of peace in the middle if the frenetic world. Stop in and get your zen on today.

I recently started going to GBY and I am really enjoying this studio. They supply all the props you…read moreneed for barre and yoga and do a good job making sure to keep them clean. The barre classes can be intense, but the instructors always make a point to say listen to your body. If you need to stop, just take a break and go back into it when you can. The yoga classes have been great. I love Alyson's classes, especially the energy medicine class. Very restorative. I have my own mat, but tend to come straight after work and just use their mats. There is a changing room that can be used to change into workout clothes. The staff is engaging, the location is nice with lots of parking (same parking lot as Ken's, but in the back of the building to the right), the pricing for the class cards is reasonable, and the studio is clean and inviting. What more could you ask for?

I started at Glastonbury Barre and Yoga about a year ago and it truly changed my life. I feel like…read morea met another tribe of strong females that help support each other. I have watched my body transform and it continues to get leaner and stronger the longer i stick to a routine. I mainly go to classes by TK and Taylor but all the instructors are highly skilled. TK is extremely upbeat and innovative instructor and truly encourages everyone to just try their best and the results will happen and Taylor reminds me that I always have it in me to make it through until the end of the class. I love this place and can't recommend it highly enough.

I've taken a handful of classes here, and I am really loving getting to know the studio and the…read moreinstructors. I have yet to take a class with Justine, the owner, but I have had a few classes with Kate and Nicole at this point. Nicole's beginner class has a great pace for beginners; the flow is easy enough to focus on the poses, and the classes have been no more than 10 people in the evenings. Kate will definitely push you to work your body. She had a good "flow" to her class and made us sweat. I've gotten really speedy responses over email concerning billing and booking questions, which is great customer service. I wish there was just a little more space in the entry way for putting on boots, hanging up coats, and waiting for the last class to finish. I look forward to trying some of their other classes, like Aerobic-Lates and even Barre.

The best studio to go for Pilates reformer. The instructors are so knowledgeable and supportive,…read moreand the members are really welcoming. They have a sound bath healing yoga class once every month or so that's also a really wonderful treat.

I've been to the West Hartford location of The Yoga Shop studios but this was my first time at this…read morelocation in Glastonbury and it was a step up from WeHa in my opinion. I believe this is one of the newer locations as well. The studio is gorgeous. Well decorated and they gave big windows that let in a lot of light. Their lobby area is spacious and has cubbies, changing rooms and bathrooms. They have complimentary tea and cookies that are delicious as well. I took the LivFree power UP class on Saturday morning. It's one of the longer classes at 90 minutes but the last 30 minutes of class ended up being more stretching/cool down. It's your typical vinyasa type yoga flows in a heated room. What I liked about this location over West Hartford was that the space didn't feel crowded at all. The room was really big and even though there were probably around 30 people in class, we all had more than enough room. All in all, a good yoga studio with some classic yoga classes. Definitely worth a try. And your first visit to any Yoga Shop location is free! Note: this location doesn't have a drinking fountain so you'll either need to bring your own water, get it from the tap or buy some.

This is a special place. The Yoga Shop in Glastonbury is a stunning, simply STUNNING studio. Tucked…read moreaway in an old mill, the ceilings are high and airy with floor-to-ceiling windows that let in an abundance of light. Practicing in this studio feels like more of a privilege than a workout. But don't be misled; these classes are no joke. As an avid practicer of yoga, I leave each class dripping wet and feeling as though I truly worked every fiber of my body. Heads up: These classes are not for the faint of heart. Though I have brought beginners as guests, they have all found it to be too warm and too difficult. For me, however, this studio is perfection. The teachers are supportive and welcoming and all are masters of their craft. The owners, Annie and Kim, have built a wonderful, luxurious business and welcome all who enter. To top it off, as an educator, I was touched by their offer of unlimited classes for teachers this past summer at a very reasonable price of $200.

Warm and Friendly, great teachers, wonderful place to practice, has quite a variety of classesread more

Small, quiet peaceful place to practice yoga!read more

I've been going to non-traditional gyms for over 7 years now; boot camps, CrossFit, spin, you name…read moreit. And over the last year I have been beyond pleased with not only the challenge programs Rebel offers, the workouts themselves, the friends I've made, but most of all the coaches. They push you, help you and make it a fun place to be. The results I've seen, not only on myself but on other members speaks volumes. If you're someone who wants to challenge themselves - improve your strength and endurance in the process, well then Rebel is for you. It will be the best hour you spend on yourself, so come try it!

I have been a member at Rebel pretty much since inception and worked out with the owner at…read moreanother location prior. What's great about Rebel is that no matter how fit you are, there is always a way to challenge yourself. The gym also quickly pivoted to offering Zoom classes at the beginning of the pandemic and continues tp offer one live Zoom every day along with sending out a recording. All of the equipment gets cleaned after each class and members have their own "square" to stay distanced during class. Another great aspect of the gym is that you get to know people on a personal level which makes coming to class something to look forward to.

Visiting WHY during family visits to W Hartford is always a priority. It's a great studio with…read morewonderful teachers who care about where I am in my practice. Some of the teachers omit music so be sure to ask before you book if you prefer it. Power classes are great!

WHY offered a new student special - $20 for two weeks of unlimited yoga so I decided to try it out…read more The studio is nice and big inside, I like the high ceilings and not feeling like you're on top of each other. They also have a decent number of classes throughout the day, although no morning classes before 8am. The little shop had some cute items for sale too. I tried 3 different classes with 3 different instructors and didn't like any of them. For me, yoga is all about flowing in and out of poses, but these classes had very limited flow. For example in one class we were in happy baby and then she said stand up and go into warrior 1... typically an instructor would have you flow through different poses to get to warrior 1. It felt very choppy, overall just not my style yoga.

I cannot say enough great things about Sara -- she is truly a phenomenal Pilates instructor. From…read morethe moment I started taking her classes, everything changed. She challenges you in all the right ways, and thanks to her, my posture has completely transformed and I'm in the best shape I've been in for years. Her classes are dynamic, thoughtful, and expertly designed. You can tell she puts so much care into every session. She knows exactly how to push you without overwhelming you, and she always explains the "why" behind the movement, which has helped me build not just strength, but body awareness. I'll admit, I hesitated to write this review because I didn't want to make it even harder to get a spot--but I can't keep it to myself. Everyone deserves to know how amazing she is. If you're lucky enough to grab a spot in Sara's class, don't think twice. She's the best.

Okay so I do Pilates every morning at home and getting on a reformer has been on my list for a…read morewhile! Since I am a plus sized gal who's over 6ft I did have a few anxieties going into class but they were quickly settled. I did the intro class and it was so informative with an easy flow and great instruction. The best thing about Pilates is the total body workout and the reformer forces you to work your core like crazy!! While the intro class is free, classes are about $40 each with membership options ranging depending on frequency and location. I recommend Pilates to everyone and now definitely will recommend CP so everyone can be a Pilates Hottie!