Not for me -- I prefer a more athletic practice and found the 3 classes I tried here to be very…read moreslow and not challenging, and without the opportunity to push poses further and make them a bit more interesting or challenging. I was initially quite happy to see a new studio in O2's old space and I had taken classes with Lauren when she subbed there a few times (she was trained at O2 and I believe taught there for a bit, before I became a member) and maybe I just didn't pick the right classes, but I would opt for flow classes at Down Under instead. That said, the prices here are much more reasonable! The cost of drop-ins and class cards at most studios are a huge barrier to making yoga accessible. 866855

Very welcoming local yoga studio - there's a community vibe here that you don't get at corporate…read moreyoga chains like Corepower. If it weren't for the traffic coming off Lake Street to get over to this part of Arlington, I'd definitely be a regular. First things first, no typical yoga studio stink that hits you in the face as soon as you walk in. I don't know if they crank the windows open all the time or if the hard wood floors are a boon but great job on the ventilation. I have a pretty sensitive nose, with overly strong perfume/cologne/BO really getting to me, and Lotus stands out as one of the few yoga studios I've visited where the smell was not an issue at all. I took an evening slow flow class with a focus on the hips and pelvis, which was perfect for my tight hamstrings. Lots of props available. If you get a spot in the back of the room, though, it's tricky to see the instructor demo-ing near the front, so I relied a lot on what my neighbors were doing. They have a cozy seating area and bathroom downstairs that you should check out if able. Check out the website - they have a packed class schedule and an unlimited 2-week special for newcomers.

Full Disclosure: After practicing at The Corner Studio for four and a half years, I took Jenna's…read morefirst 200 hour training and now have the honor of teaching here as well. The studio still feels like a second home to me. There are now more varieties of classes than ever before, the memberships are affordable, and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Whether you're brand new to yoga or just new in town and looking for a warm environment in which to practice, I highly recommend the Corner Studio Yoga.

I really like the yoga here, it's a bit cold now that the winter is creeping in for real, but Jenna…read morehas been responsive and kind enough to check in about it. They offer gentle assists, anatomically safe instruction (Jenna is meticulous about this), and the right balance of challenge and variation for all levels. I come from a different tradition than Jenna's training but have always left learning something new, and appreciating her style, humility and compassion. The space is warm, beautifully done with a combination of greenery, that reclaimed wood post and beam architecture, and clean lines. There's not a lot of Hindu influence here - their music selections are mostly ambient, modern relaxation or upbeat tracks that don't compete with instruction. Don't get confused -- enter through the Main St. door, as if you were going to the bank, but keep going into the building, and up the first half flight of stairs, you're there! This is a wonderful business in Medford, I want to help hang permanent decal signs on the windows, as it's really hard to know that studio is even there. I discovered it by accident when visiting a friend. Gem in Medford. Support a small business owner offering really good yoga with a sincerely open heart.

I've so enjoyed my few days on a trial membership. The staff is warm and welcoming and set me up…read morequickly- Twenty five dollars for two weeks of unlimited classes - wow! I've tried three so far from flow yoga to TRX Pilates. All of the instructors are skilled, attentive and knowledgeable and they make sure your form is good. Really impressed with this local yoga studio. Enjoy!

I signed up for a week of unlimited yoga and am having 2nd thoughts with the hassles I've had…read moretrying to sign up for their classes online. I've left voicemails and sent emails and no one's replied. Any clues - is this studio worth the trouble?

A nice yoga studio. We signed up for unlimited classes when we first moved to town and tried a few…read moreclasses. Yin was relaxing and stretched deep muscles and joints. Yoga for athletes kicked our butts! The instructors were very nice and the studio and bathroom was always clean. Parking can be tough.

If I could rate Simply Yoga 10 stars.....I would!!…read more Absolutely love LOVE the studio....the teachers .....the diversity of the classes. ....the community it has created. Recovering from an injury, the studio has helped me rebuild Inner and Outer Strengh.....Confidence .....Energy.....and so on...... Few things I have lost though since I join 8 months back are kilos, 10 of them, negative thinking and "coachpotatoing"! When someone ask me my recipe for my metamorphose my answer is "Simply Yoga!" Thank you so so much Steph for creating a such lovely and safe "health nest".

Wow-wee. I've been taking most of my yoga classes at Yoga Six in Wellesley but was looking for…read moresomething a tad hotter. The C2 class made me look like I had climbed out of a swimming pool afterwards. Not for the faint of heart (literally) but that was my fault - I should've started with the C1 class, which is less heated and slower-paced. PRE-CLASS: It was my first time doing CorePower and, I don't know, I was expecting a little more of an introduction/explanation when I checked in. Maybe I'm spoiled by the OrangeTheory introduction when the instructor walked me through everything and took the time to go over where everything was. Here, all I was told was that we'd be in studio __. I wandered around aimlessly and found the lockers, with signs saying locks were available at the front desk. It would've been nice to know that upfront but c'est la vie. Trying to be more zen in the new year. CLASS: Hot, hot, hot. Inga cranked the heat/humidity all the way up. I was a literal puddle about five minutes in. As a newcomer to CPY (but not to yoga), I got a lot of the cues mixed up; this is a studio-by-studio and teacher-by-teacher distinction but hearing the poses called by their names (instead of "crescent lunge with right foot back") took a while getting used to. Also, the playlist wasn't ... great. Some love ballads mixed with hard rock. Just give me the elevator violin music or nothing at all. The flow for the class was quick and fast-moving, with lots of one-legged variations, and you are encouraged to take breaks but the break itself was so short before the teacher would move on. It got so hot at one point that I seriously contemplated leaving the room. Bring plenty of water and one extra towel. POST-CLASS THOUGHTS: The studio itself felt cramped; the class was only about half-full but I'm not sure a packed sardine-type class would be enjoyable with so much sweat pouring out of every orifice. I did wish that, for savasana (aka, my favorite pose), the temperature could be turned down several notches. Or CPY could offer cold hand towels after (sorry, spoiled by Yoga Six). Also - there is definitely a sweaty funky smell. Like 8/10 on a scale of funkiness. Unescapable and inevitable, for sure. Sorry to keep drawing comparisons but one of the features that I like a lot about Yoga Six is that there, the ventilation seems much better. Parking: Abundant, free parking. This is probably what's going to make me come to the Fresh Pond CPY location over the other ones in Boston or Cambridge.

WOW, this studio is huge and beautiful! Definitely the nicest one in MA…read more It's so spacious, there are 2 floors. The bathrooms are super clean (feels like a hotel bathroom, to be honest), tons of stalls and shower stalls and the drinking water fountain is fast/cool. Only thing is it's not the most public transport friendly unlike other CPY studios, it took me like ~15 ish mins to walk from Alewife station. There IS Parking though.

This is my favorite yoga studio in the entire Boston area. I couldn't believe how spacious the…read morepractice space is!!! The teachers are so experienced and there is a lot to choose from, mostly Hot Power flows! So wonderful to feel that heat! The staff are so supportive and friendly and check in was very smooth.

I have an on-again off-again yoga practice and when my neighborhood studio closed shortly after…read moreCovid, I was looking for a spot to practice about once/week. I had previously done DUY's mysore program in Brookline (2015-2017 or so), and had taken hot yoga classes here and there. I will say, hot yoga is still not my favorite (I crave it maybe twice a year), and this location offers primarily heated flow. Being the closest to my house, though, I found myself attending class year when I purchased a new member monthly special and then subsequent class cards. I have noticed that they have made aesthetic improvements to the studio from when they first purchased it from another franchise. It is quite homey and I can tell there is definitely a community. There are infrequent non-heated classes, but the majority of the classes you will find on the schedule are hot. I discovered that teachers have a different level of heat, so you may want to try different ones to see what works best. My favorite teacher left about 18 months ago, but I will still drop in from time to time. Some teachers follow a pretty generic "hot flow class" type template while others are a bit more original and interesting. I do really like how each teacher has their own style and you get to know that and you can take class with the teachers you like best. I find the 9:30 AM weekday class convenient; not too full but also early enough in the day that I can still get started working from home at a somewhat reasonable hour. The standout teacher at this location for me is Masaaki.

I was a member of (Dahn yoga) for three years many years ago and absolutely loved it. My work/home…read morelife prevented me from continuing. My schedule has since changed and this past summer I remembered my wonderful experience with the practice so I rejoined Body& Brain, and I have to say, I'm enjoying it even more this time around. Master Cho is inviting, kind and each and every class is different. Not only are the classes different each time, we now have the benefit of added classes and instructors because of zoom. I never miss a class unless I am working. I love the different styles each of them bring to the class. I'm fully committed in my quest for better health and am determined to remain in this practice for years to come as I've already noticed a big change, mentally and physically. I can't recommend it enough. Do not hesitate, you will not regret it!

Body and Brain feels like home! It is a practice that focuses on the harmonizing of the body and…read morebrain/mind, as well as the power of the heart. The Masters are skillful, compassionate, supportive. We learn about the different energy channels in the body, or techniques that target specific physical issues. We focus on releasing and strengthening. It is a holistic practice, really. I truly recommend it for anyone who is a serious seeker of balancing the body, mind, and heart.