Wow what an amazing space. Stopped by the capoeira class last night. This was an amazing workout,…read morethe group of people there train hard and the teacher Professor Chipa is very attentive and detailed. He is from Brazil and brings a wealth of knowledge. Highly recommend taking a few classes. They have this incredible outdoor space and indoor which is not used for now since covid. They also have fitness classes and after school programs. You can feel love when you step in there!

This place is very, very PURE. It's like something out of a non-capitalistic culture, where the…read moreteachers are all excellent and also very focused on transmitting their respective traditional lineages on to the next generation of humanity, somehow gently AND rigorously AT THE SAME TIME. The energetics of this space are beautiful and the community of kids and parents they attract are also chef's kids. A joyful place. Beautiful place for kids to learn and to free play Strong, strong recommend.

My elementary-age child started martial arts with Davey Sensei last June. The learning has…read morecontinued and now my child has a yellow stripe and is learning (wooden) sword. The teaching is excellent, and they are great with kids. In January 2020 I signed up for Japanese Yoga, which is also taught as part of the martial arts practice. My child and I get to practice some of these exercises together, and this is a wonderful, stress-reducing bonding experience, especially during the pandemic times. A melt-down starts, and we go outside and do some of the exercises to calm the mind and move our bodies! Classes are on Zoom until further notice, which isn't ideal, but it is SO much better than not having class. I recently graduated into the Advanced Japanese Yoga class. It's difficult to express the depth of this practice. It's a wild, wonderful, interesting practice for integrating mind and body. This is the whole deal, not fragments, and it's helping me every day to be a better human being. This can be an opportunity for life-long learning if you like. This practice is very popular in Japan, and based on Tempu Sensei's teachings. The main instructor learned directly from Tempu Sensei's closest students, and has studied the roots (from India's Raja Yoga) and histories of this yoga, which is another Japanese Way (Do). The depth of Sensei Davey's understanding is exquisite. And now I get to learn Shodo too!

Literally world class training in maximising your potential through correct use of mind and body in…read morea unified way. I have travelled over from England three times now to study with Hugh Davey Sensei and continue to be impressed by the depth and quality of the instruction. If you're lucky enough to live locally take full advantage!

UPDATE: Long overdue - I've attended several more classes at BYP and there's SO MUCH to like…read more STEFANI is hard to beat. I can't count the number of times she's made an adjustment that made me think, "so THIS is how the pose is supposed to be. NOW I can feel it! Why didn't anyone tell me?! " I mentioned Stefani in the previous review, but she gets another bump here because she's the gold standard. Go Stefani. In addition to Stefani's VERY well designed, super relaxing, exploratory FUN classes... LIZ runs a bad-ass, high-energy session with copious good vibes. You'll have a smile on your face the whole time and I don't think I've made it through a class yet without a spontaneous round of laughter in the first five minutes. The ambition and inventiveness of the studio is totally thanks to Liz's big ideas and it shows in her classes. She'll often put the class in a new pose and then deliver some incredible description/metaphor for visualizing exactly what your body should be doing. A favorite recent example: how should the leg sink into the hip socket in a certain pose? Like a you're crushing garlic in your hip socket. No amount of physical adjustment could get you there - but picture it like crushing garlic and you know exactly what to do. It's what takes you from "getting into the pose" to "getting the pose." Do not miss. Liz rocks her yoga from the inside out! NEELY runs the hypno-yoga class and the yoga is every bit as cool as the hypno. Neely clearly loved the yoga first - then made the hypnosis connection - no gimmicks here. You'll get an amazing class, THEN you'll get the out-of-body hypno mojo which is really pretty amazing. The hypnosis starts in Shavasana - Neely asks if there is anything you'd like to dedicate yourself to improving and she weaves your request into the hypnosis script. Very thoughtful. Very cool. My experience: at first she spoke pleasantly and clearly and I heard it and considered the words and thought "okay, this must be hypnosis." Then I "hear" her talking and can parse out what she was saying but really I'm just repeating the words to myself silently without a lot of internal chatter. I'm still aware, but pleasantly relaxed. Then I'm *aware* that she's speaking but the words don't especially register and I become aware of a very bright light. Nevermind that I'm in a studio with the lights dimmed. Nevermind that there are eye pillow beanbags over my eyes. I can STILL see the light and it's a color I've never seen before. What?! And I can remember thinking, "yep, something is *definitely* happening." And then Shavasana ends and you "wake" feeling profoundly serene, clear-headed and ready to take on the world. I have got to try this again! I'm most excited that there are still classes I haven't tried. To those who have never tried this amazing studio - you've got a LOT to look forward to!

Ambiance: I usually don't care what a yoga studio looks like, BUT I LOVE how clean, airy, tranquil…read morethis studio is. Plus, the instructors are really good at adjusting the temperature of the studio so it's never too hot. I also like the side mirror so I can see if I need to adjust my body. Every instructor is different, but are aware of environmental factors (i.e incense, candles, lighting, etc.) I didn't think a workout studio could feel homey, but this studio does. Note: I REALLY like the instructors and the classes I've taken so far. I've taken lots of yoga and pilates classes at numerous places too. The only reason why I didn't rate it a 5 is because of the cost of the classes. It's cheaper to buy a monthly package, but it's still a bit expensive for me to do it on an ongoing basis. However, this place is REALLY GOOD to go to if you want more 1:1 attention as the classes are small. I've even gone at times when I was the only person in class. Perhaps the studio is having a hard time advertising its classes and that's why the classes are small. I hope it doesn't close down because of that. Classes: 1. Zumba- I love dancing and a good cardio workout. This was such a fun class and the instructors really try to give you the just right challenge in terms of how much choreograph to throw at you or when to repeat something until you get it. I really liked the ZUMBA music. 2. NIA- I tried this class out of curiosity. It's a combination of dance, martial arts, and performing arts. It reminded me of some of acting classes that I've attended in the past. It encourages you to physically free yourself. It was fun to try 1x, but I think I like the other classes more. 3. Yoga- I really like Decompress classes with Gina. I like that it can be physically challenging and promotes flexibility, but it was still relaxing from beginning to end. A great way to end the workweek.

We love Sherries Dance Studio! Very clean and organized. A…read morewell run business with so many different classes offered on Zoom.

I am a child who has been dancing for 8 years, and I love it. Over the years, I have picked up…read moreconfidence, friends, and of course, dancing skills. Everyone is very kind and accepting, just great overall vibes. I've danced through Zoom and I've danced in the parking lot. Sherrie's Dance Studio is an amazing place and welcome for all ages that love to dance!

I love taking yoga from Vivienne. Every time she brings something new to the class; either a new…read morepose, new music or a new podcast. The poses really help my body with the 4 surgeries it underwent . This class is low key, yet challenging, community based and without judgement. Vivienne has a wicked sense of humor that makes us chuckle every time. If you want to do yoga at your own pace having fun and be safe emotionally and physically then Vivienne can do all of that. Also it is only 10 dollars for 90 minutes. What a bargain! I highly recommend her.

I spent 5 years as a core member with the beautiful people of SambaFunk. They represent the best of…read moreOakland with their funky, fabulous vibes. The Sunday afternoon 2-hour classes are definitely a fun cardio workout and a good introduction to various African and Brazilian dance styles. They could definitely benefit from providing a stronger emphasis on technique and expanding their offerings to youth and children.

High energy, great teachings, beautiful people, incredible drumming, tons of fun, all ages welcome,…read moreall skills level welcomed, family oriented, lots of love an acceptance. SambaFunk dance class starts with an exercise warm up session followed by the dance steps being taught. As class continues energy and speed pick up. While the dancers are in the dance studio learning and practicing the dance routine the drummers (bateria) are in a small studio right next to the dance studio working on the music that dancers dance to during the second phase of class. Second phase of class is when the drummers join in and play for the dancers. Dancers line up and dance across the floor as the music takes on an awesome crescendo that fills the room with drumming rhythmic beauty as the dancer display their grace, beauty and strength as they dance across the room. Class ends with a short cool down period. After class there is always a group photo as well as a special photo of just the 'first timers'. Easy payment via pre-paid class card or pay for each class when you arrive. Classes start at 4:00 pm and are upstairs in Malonga Center for the Arts rat a tat tat tat....SAMBAFUNK BABY!

We LOVE Studio Naga! My 4 year old started training here a few weeks ago and it's been an extremely…read morepositive experience. The teachers are exceptional at what they do-- paying attention can be challenging for a 4 year old, but my kiddo has been able to navigate his training with ease and confidence thanks to his two incredible teachers. Every instructor I've met clearly loves their students and their discipline. And the community they've built is honestly inspiring. Although we're still relatively new here, we've felt instantly welcomed, without any undue pressure to participate in the studio-organized events (like community service projects or potlucks. Although we've found we've wanted to participate in everything because we just love everyone!). A few specific things that stood out to me soon after we joined: - I have a name that's pretty hard to pronounce and remember, yet since we've joined, every instructor I've met has remembered me and my family and greeted us by name. A little thing that means a lot. :) - On Juneteenth they hosted a circle where all the students sat together to learn about the holiday's history, and discuss how to be supportive community members. I noticed that the younger voices in the circle were listened to and respected just the same as the older ones. Then everyone split up to pick up trash in a local park, and they reconvened for popsicles and games. In an environment like this, it's no surprise to me that many folks who join Studio Naga as young children continue to train here well into adulthood. - Their value of empowering students to support and teach each other is very evident. I noticed that even after just a couple classes my son started patiently teaching his younger sister very much in the style of his Studio Naga teachers. Amazing. Said 4 year old just walked by and asked what I was typing about. I told him, and asked if he wanted to add anything. Here's what he said, word for word: "I love my martial arts class sooo much! I wish I could go there all day. I really love Studio Naga. I do love it, and I hope you can come here, so if you want to email then tap on email and then the email will send it! Bye! Done." TLDR: send your kiddos here (or attend trainings yourself!) if you want an empowering learning experience in a strong community.

Studio Naga is a diamond - they treat everyone as a total individual and with great respect. Not…read moreonly do they teach excellent self-defense skills, but they do so while also building strong community. It's truly a multi-generational environment. We've had two kids train here, and it's been amazing for each of them to be supported and trained in such a welcoming and diverse setting. Highly recommend, and they also make it easy to just check them out

If you are in need of group instructors, I can highly recommend WorkoutTemps. Nannette and Co…read more have been working with my hotel on and off for the past 5 years. They have taught wellness programs for our staff, and most recently have instructed workout amenity courses for our guests. This included early morning yoga classes on our pool deck, as well as evening water aerobics classes. They have a wide range of experience and can accommodate any workout need for either your clients or yourself. Each class was tailored to all my specifics. At first, when we were figuring out the program, they were more than accomodating to adjust the programs to our liking. Once the program was established our guests were raving about the classes!!! Many international guests/flight crews that we cater to loved the early morning Yoga classes. The instructors Terry and Anne were amazing. Different styles, but both put you at ease, helped me perfect my form and breathing, and left me energized for my day. During the evening Kiki gave you an amazing low impact workout that worked with the resistance of the water from our pool. I always felt wiped after a class, but never regretted taking it. Joanna, on the other hand, felt like a dance party with fun beats and great transitions. I never felt like I was working out, but I sure felt it the next day! Finally, the real stars of the team are company owner Nanette and Sales Manager Anthony. In my time working with them they NEVER ONCE LET ME DOWN!! Whether it was hopping into the pool to demonstrate a move, or showing up to a class to inspect new instructors, they were there for me. These people really care about their clients, and do what they can to please! I cannot express enough how much these people worked to please the ever-changing needs of my hotel and my boss! Once again, if you are in need of instructors, WorkoutTemps are friendly, professional, punctual, accomodating, and overall great people to work with!

I attended a Zumba class with Nannette three years ago & have not stopped going to her class ever…read moresince. She is fun, positive & up beat. You can take her class & make it high or low impact as you want it to be. And her steps are easy to learn, especially if you're at all familiar with Latin dance. If you're not, don't worry; she teaches you step by step. Nannette truly does make Zumba not seem like a workout at all, and after you learn the steps there's nothing that says you can't take your favorite Latin music and create your own Zumba routine. :)