Working with Debbie has been a profoundly deep, yet gentle, comforting and assuring experience of…read moretruth and healing. Her guidance, wisdom and connection have helped me in my journey in the most profound manner. This work has brought deeper meaning, peace and joy into all aspects of my life. I am grateful Debbie came into my life when she did--my life is much richer for the work we have done together. Every experience I've had with Mindful You has been incredibly positive and wonderful. Thank you so much for bringing this service to our community!

From the owner: -Therapy -Alternative Healing…read more-Holistic Wellness -Somatic Embodiment Coaching -Emotional Wellness Counseling -Spiritual Counseling -Native American Healing -Shamanic Lessons -Oracle Card Readings -Reiki -Reiki Training

Warrior 1 yoga is a great place to feel your best! I just started back after a 2 year long absence…read moredue to illness, and could not wait to be released by my doctor. Warrior 1 yoga helped me so much with my strength and overall wellbeing.

Mika was a great instructor and the class had a great flow to it. Well it was a hit yoga flow…read moreclass! The art work on the walls is beautiful and very serene. I was in town for work for just a night or two and decided to drop in. Will be back on my next work trip. :)

Took my first class at the studio today, classic yoga at 4:30p as my first yoga class back after a…read morehiatus. I was happy to see a small class, only 4 of us, a small peaceful studio and friendly instructor (it was her first day too, and she did great!) The class was adaptable for different levels and great to get back into yoga, but if you're an absolute beginner, I'd do a beginner's class first. Looking forward to taking advantage of the $35 unlimited 2 weeks for new students!

Me and my wife did a drop in, this evening, for all levels and it seemed very well rounded. We…read moredid some poses I knew, and some that I never thought I could do (so there is a challenge element to it). At the end of the practice, I felt good, like I achieved something with knowledgeable staff. But the thing I liked most, at the end of the practice, while winding down with the shavasana, the instructor used a Tibetan Singing Bowl and WOW, after she rang it the energy from frequency resonated through my spirit. This was perfect icing on the cake for what we went there for.

I have floated here twice and will be going back in March to take a guest. This is a very…read moreinteresting experience that I've come to realize is not offered a lot of places. You shower before and after your float. It is a form of sensory deprivation. You go into the tank and it starts with a blue light and music, which slowly fade until you are left in the dark box. The tanks are very large so don't worry about feeling claustrophobic. Due to the mass amount of salt in the water you float effortlessly. It takes all the weight off your body. So much so that my arthritic knee stopped hurting for a while following my float. The tanks are not emptied after each use (I've found hair in my tank both times), but apparently the high salt content kills any germs/bacteria. I highly recommend this place if you're into this type of wellness. I did buy the guided meditation for my second float and it wasn't any different than the regular float, so I don't recommend paying that extra premium.

It's a crazy world we live in, and sometimes you simply need to take care of yourself. This is the…read moretype of care that you need to schedule for yourself. That's the way I look at floating. It's a unique experience. When you are floating in salt water, in complete darkness and quiet, you feel a relaxation that is difficult to put into words. I use this time as a meditation. Signing up for a float is easy. I use the website and schedule a time. Sean is the owner and takes wonderful care to see you have a wonderful experience. Check out the pre-float instructions, there aren't many, to ensure you know what to expect. This was my second float. I thought about what I wanted to focus on for a few days before my soak. This isn't essential, but I found during my first float wondering, "Ok, I'm here. Now what do I do?" To begin, I focus on my breath and it doesn't take long for you to feel like you're floating in space. The rest of the world just falls away. It's very peaceful. Everyone does it for different reasons and that's the great part of doing it. So try it and see for yourself.

After early morning meditation at the Zen Fellowship, comes clarity and peace of mind. Everyone…read morehere is so welcoming. Whatever your level of experience, the people in this group will give you guidance.

I have been attending Saturday zazen here for around 8 years or so. The friendship and spiritual…read moreconnections are just some of the great things this group brings. They are of the Soto Zen tradition and follow the ceremonies and values. I am glad there is a place like this here in Bakersfield.

I just returned from my fifth retreat at Vedanta. This time, I did the Advanced Breathwork retreat…read morewith Deepak. I attended my first Art of Breathwork retreat about 4 years ago and have kept up the practice. The retreats are such an important refresher, taking me deeper and deeper into this powerful practice. As usual, the food was delicious, the room so comfortable, and the environment peaceful. I especially enjoyed quiet walks along the new trails they have created around the property, picking ripe persimmons from the tree, and walking meditation around the labyrinth--made out of lavender bushes! I also appreciated Deepak's wisdom. I am so grateful to have found Vedanta.

I have attended two retreats at Vedanta, the first being The Art of Breathwork over the New Year to…read morebegin 2023, the second being The Art of Breathwork: Level 2 for Deeper Wellness & Transformation at the Winter Solstice of 2023. Vedanta is one of the most harmonious locations I have ever had the pleasure of investing time. The beautiful southern Sierra Nevada envelop you in a prismatic and magical environment, and the lodging provided whether staying in the main house or container homes is cozy, simplistic, and ideal for the practice of yoga. Deepak and Kristin are masterful and incredible teachers, with ample amounts of knowledge and wisdom to share for any level of personal or spiritual development. You are guided and nurtured in a way that is incredibly beautiful and transformative. It is also healing, including beautiful Ayurvedic meals and long walks on the ranch. At Vedanta, you feel you always have the resources available to be comfortable and safe as you do your retreat. There is always someone to talk to if needed. The practice of yoga and Breathwork I learned at Vedanta has made a permanent and transcendental impact on my life. When I arrived at VSHR, I felt like I'd finally arrived at home. I look forward to future return trips to develop on my yogic path! I would highly recommend VSHR to anyone with interests in health, spirituality, healing or to those looking for advanced yoga practice. A special thank you to Deepak and Kristin for the many gifts you have shared with all of us! Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Namaste

They sent me receipts after I requested them. I still think it is wild to bill someone nearly $400…read morenearly three months later, with zero warning. They had been billing me for some but not all my appointments and I wasn't keeping track. Had they billed me on time this would have been manageable but this was not a fun month financially for me :/ My therapist called to reach out after seeing this review but I think she has no memory of what happened. The texts below are my last contacts. We had a standing appointment and I tried to confirm the last two times and they just didn't happen. After two times, I was over it. Anyway I just feel like the people here are flaky and disorganized not malicious.

RHONDA INCE!!!! Rhonda is absolutely amazing. Anytime anyone mentions therapy I scream Rhonda's…read morename to the roof!!! I have had 3 therapists over the course of the last 9 years and Rhonda is by far my most life changing therapist. I have never been so happy. I started seeing Rhonda in August of 2022, and when January rolled around I felt like it was a new beginning and a fresh start to a new life. Rhonda has taught me many different ways to help navigate life in a more healthy manner. I did/still do in person sessions with Rhonda. However, if needed I could text & set up an "emergency" zoom session usually within the next 24 hours. I felt this really comforting when having a therapist. 10000/10 recommend RHONDA INCE!!!

Evelyn is a kind grounded person. She works with our staff and clients once a week, and everyone…read moreloves when that day of the week arrives.

From the owner: Sound healing supports mental, emotional, and spiritual well being…read more I provide in person sound healing & reiki sessions. Virtual meditation and reiki sessions available

My first time visiting this beautiful place. It was exactly what I needed. The morning meditation…read moreand the silent walk was calming and rejuvenating. I will be back.

A Hidden treasure. It's beautiful. Take your time to meditate if you decide to go. :)read more

Polga Fitness is a combination of Pole fitness and Yoga…read more I had my first experience with Polga Fitness when my friend bid on a Polga party at a silent auction and won. She invited me (a swing dancer) and a group of her ballroom dancing friends to join her. I initially said no, as I assumed that Polga Fitness was secret code for stripper pole dancing, but knowing the group that was going (very conservative) I reluctantly agreed. My pre-first impressions couldn't have been more wrong! Here was a group of married ballroom dancing females laughing and giggling and having fun as we learned a few simple spins to contemporary/hip music. This was a group of women feeling empowered in their own feminine abilities, not a group of women pandering to the tastes of leering men. I talked to the instructor, Diana, after the class and told her about some self-confidence issues I was dealing with. I am a nationally competitive swing dancer and dance instructor whose shyness around men was holding me back from reaching the next level in my competitions. Diana shared with me her vision for Polga Fitness and how she wanted to empower women, help them get physically fit, increase their strength and flexibility, increase their self-confidence, and show them how to have a lot of fun. She challenged me to try a few private lessons and see what a difference it made. I started taking private lessons (way too chicken to actually do this in a group) and was 'flipping' upside down on the pole in no time (only a couple of weeks)! I couldn't believe that I was doing it, and looking good, too! (Diana takes pictures to help us remember and celebrate our accomplishments). And the difference it made in my self-confidence was amazing. I can now look anyone directly in the eyes with no shyness whatsoever!! I have now started taking some group lessons and they are sooooo much fun! Can you imagine the adrenaline rush of hanging upside down or spinning on a 15' tall spinning pole?!? It is not at all intimidating to do our spins and tricks in a group setting, and the girls in your class quickly begin to feel like your closest friends! There's usually someone better than you to give you a feel for what you can do if you keep working at it, and someone at or below your own level so you can see where you've come from and share the journey. The group classes are kept small (no more than 5 people in each class, I believe) so you never get lost in the crowd. Diana gives everyone personal attention and encouragement. She's a perky little thing - kind of like a permanent ray of sunshine. There are classes geared more towards beginners, classes for more experienced dancers, and classes emphasizing stretching and strength building, too. Workshops are held periodically in other related fitness fields. Polga Fitness allows you to schedule private parties for you and your friends. Or you can try out the private lessons or group classes. This business is A+ and as classy as you can get! http://www.polgafitnessbasba.com/

I'm 31, a happy wife and mother of a 1 1/2 year old. If you…read moreare a woman looking for a creative strength-building workout, you've found it. If you are willing to try something new, you're about to be surprised by your own body. Polga offers pole fitness, fly gym, and hula hoop classes on a weekly basis, and has held women's empowerment and self defense workshops. You can easily register online each week for the classes you choose. You can vary your schedule from week to week depending on what style of workout you want. The difference I've experienced at Polga is that the classes (Pole, in particular) are not about learning a sexy pole dance routine -- it's about using the pole as a piece of fitness equipment in order to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Not to say that it doesn't make you feel sexy when you start to realize just how strong your body is becoming! It is certainly fun as well as challenging. The atmosphere I have experienced there is encouraging, positive, and accepting. I've noticed that the instructors make it a point to walk each person to the door as they leave after class and share a personal word or two. Looking back on my own personal story, I felt a bit lost after I had my son. Life was good, but the majority of my time and energy went into caring for others and my priorities didn't include myself. Don't get me wrong -- I LOVE WHAT I DO (staying home with my son)... but when I started working out at Polga Studio, it brought back a renewed sense of achievement in myself. My body isn't in shape like it used to be before I had a child. It's easy to feel frustrated and defeated when you are used to your body looking better than it does now. But fitness is a process! I'm enjoying every bead of sweat and every time my muscles burn at Polga. There are all different ages and sizes of women there working out and it has become a wonderful place for me to go 2 times a week -- I can get focused, share some laughs, learn something new, and continue to get fit.