I am a big fan of Element 22! I was at home for the summer, bored, and I needed a good workout to…read morechallenge me. Dow Fitness center does have great specialty classes, but only on certain days of the week - and no ballet bar (yet!). I've been wanting to try ballet barre classes for a long time, but the rival ballet studio down the street is hugely expensive. Someone recommended Element to me, and I was very impressed with the experience overall. The classes are reasonably priced, the online scheduling system is easy to use and the instructors are really talented. They also let you try your first week free, in case you are unsure. When you first go, the instructors are very high energy - the workouts are extremely intense, but in a positive way (this is not bootcamp style). You will be very tired but amazed what your body can do by the time you are done. Ballet bar was one of the hardest workouts I have ever done, even with years of tennis, spinning and Pilates under my belt. The idea is very tiny, very slow muscle movements that work under-used muscle areas. The first few reps are easy, until you suddenly feel an intense burn. They will take you through about 15 minutes each of Arms, Abs/Back, Glutes and Legs. It is not for the faint of heart, but don't be scared off by the challenge. It becomes addicting! Pilates was still tough but incorporated enough yoga elements to give your muscles a periodic break. I recommend this for those just starting over the ballet bar. I didn't get to try the yoga, unfortunately. I also wanted to address the stereotypes head on - a lot of people are intimidated by places like this because they think everyone will be too fit, too wealthy and too snooty. You will see the lululemon crowd here to be sure, but I also saw a range of fitness levels, body types, fashion choices and ages. Yoga guys in loose sweaters would do planks next to high school students and seniors. Tanned fitness buffs would chat with new moms and people with muscle injuries. It's very diverse! Personally, I never felt out of place, although I am not very fit. I think it may have something to do with the instructors - they put out a very welcoming vibe to everyone, and do their best to remember everyone by name. Element 22 only has a few downsides. When you first start they will often publicly correct your form, which can be a little embarrassing. You may also not make it through the entire workout. But different instructors have different styles and they have a good variety of personalities and class types to try until you feel comfortable. All of the employees are extremely outgoing and personable, so it's totally okay to pull them aside and ask them anything (like modifications for injuries, which I saw a lot of). I suggest going for the first week, giving it a try and seeing how goes - I think almost everyone will be pleasantly surprised!

I love element and have been coming here for over 3 years and over 500 classes. As an avid tennis…read moreplayer and athlete, element has the best offerings of cardio , strength, and to restore. I can easily balance my workouts and come 7 days per week and never get bored! The instructors and their training are the best I have found. I can do the peloton bike and stretch after with yin or yin-yang yoga, strengthen and balance with pilates or barre , or have just have a fun day at WERQ with the dance and music! Try a week and you will see !

The food is delish and fresh! Definitely a place that was needed in Alma. They have so many options…read morefor breakfast and lunch.

Healthy and delicious! I love the quinoa salad and rosemary pecan chicken salad. The staff is…read morealways experimenting with new recipes, and everything is fresh and made to order. The Love Me Some PB smoothie is my favorite! Service is always outstanding, too!

I went into the studio nervous and not knowing what to expect, but my expectations were blown away…read more I dont have that much knowledge or experience but I was looking for something to aid in my knee recovery, I felt so welcomed, our instructor was amazing. It really felt like a judgement free zone and I'd go back ANYDAY!

From the Heart is a lovely one room Yoga studio with all the fun quirkiness of a converted space,…read morelike a pillar or two in the middle of the studio. Lot's of windows. Beautiful wood floor. Everything from the kitchenette, the bathroom to the studio floor are clean and well maintained. But the best part of the studio are the proprietors and teachers ... Behnje and Rick! They are both super generous gentle souls. I am usually there but a weekend each year to attend Desirée Rumbaugh's fall workshop. Behnje and Desirée are very close in a student teacher relationship. Behnje said she applies Desirée's latest teachings starting with each annual workshop. I'd recommend the studio for anyone serious about deepening their yoga practice along the lines of Desirée Rumbaugh!

Amazing, wonderful, beautiful, fantastic, friendly, stupid awesome service!! Kelly Morgan is so…read moregood at what she does!! I'm sure others are great too but wow! I'm fresh after a massage and hit with the stupid stick. I have a complete lack of words for how amazing this was!! I only got 30 minutes I can't imagine what 90 could do but I'm totally going to find out!!! This is a MUST!! I totally recommend this experience!!