I have been practicing here since they opened. The teachers are great and there is a variety of…read moretimes available. Sunday night at 7pm is a wonderful yoga class that gets you ready for the week ahead!

What a great place. What great people. One of my favorite yoga studios I've ever been to.read more

I've now tried several studios, and I can genuinely say no one does it like North Loft. There is…read morereal care in the way they approach the practice, and it's very welcoming for all levels. That said, the opportunity is there to treat your practice seriously and push yourself, if that's what you're looking for. Highly recommend.

I booked this session through ClassPass, and the class was canceled after the doors were already…read morescheduled to open. I understand that transportation issues can happen, but it's unlikely the instructor found out at the exact last minute. This was very disappointing, and it doesn't seem like a viable option for me going forward. On top of that, the cancellation came by email with no apology, just a note to "stay warm," which felt dismissive. I'm disappointed with how this situation was handled and hope this can be addressed more professionally in the future for other customers. Update: The manager responded and offered free classes after I replied to their initial cancellation email. An apology was not provided until after I mentioned that the situation felt unprofessional. If I did not provide feedback, there would have been no additional interaction. She also noted that the instructor arrived around the class start time, and I am not sure whether that was meant to suggest that I should have waited despite receiving a cancellation notice. My phone number is listed in my ClassPass profile, however, I cannot control what information the business is able to access on their end. I understand that transportation issues happen. I understand that weather can be a factor. For example, in order for me to make the class, I also had to clean off my car and shovel. If I had cancelled, and they were open, I most likely would've been charged a fee. I was frustrated that an apology was not initially offered. That simple gesture of acknowledgment shows that you respect the time and effort of others. I did not respond to their follow-up emails because I do not plan to take classes there. The delayed apology and the way the situation was handled overall do not align with the type of interactions I look for in a business. Overall, I just did not appreciate the tone of our interaction, and free classes does not make up for that. I've been appropriately refunded and there is no other action for the business to take on their end regarding me. Stay Warm.

Took a yoga class for the first time on Friday with the instructor, Eileen, and loved every minute…read moreit. Eileen was so kind and very attentive. She memorized everyone's name and was very encouraging with all poses. I left the class feeling extremely relaxed. I sadly do not live in Chicago so not sure when I can ever take a class here again, but highly recommend this place. Sign up for a single class like me to get an idea and feel for it. Beautiful studio!

I never saw myself trying Pilates until the Club Pilates Ravenswood popped up in the neighborhood…read more I had seen postings about intro classes and new membership experiences- those factors drove me in to connect with the studio and hear more about the opportunities. I decided to give it a try and am so happy I did! I've been attending classes for the past three months look forward to many more with this studio. The studio is easily accessible, always clean, and well kept. There is street parking that is usually open or parking in the neighborhood streets (which is harder to find spots depending on the time of day). The morning, evening, and weekend courses quickly fill and it can be a bit frustrating to schedule. Sometimes the waitlists move and sometimes they don't. It can be a bit of a guessing game when putting yourself on the waitlist. As someone who was not familiar with pilates, the instructors (especially Kasha, Melissa, and Stephanie) are incredibly kind and patient with everyone in their various spots in pilates knowledge. I've learned so much here and I am continuing to learn even more! The environment is so welcoming and I never feel shamed for asking questions. Instructors are also incredibly kind when making corrections (either hands on or verbal, pending your request for personal space that is always honored). It's all about a positive, empowering, and strengthening environment here. It's been three months of a consistently positive experience and I will definitely be having more here :)

Working with Tonray at Be Studio Pilates has been one of the best decisions of my life…read more My journey to Tonray began 20 years ago. While learning over my sink one morning, I threw my back out. The next 19 years went something like this: Go to physical therapy, feel a little bit better Get discharged Slowly start feeling worse (despite keeping up with the exercises) Try something new (yoga, chiropractor, therapeutic massage, acupuncture, tai chi, etc.) Continue to get worse Throw back out Lather. Rinse. Repeat. Most recently my doctor started floating the idea of spinal fusion surgery since nothing else seemed to be working. Given my age (35), I was hesitant to get such an invasive surgery. As a last ditch effort I figured I'd give Pilates a try. Enter Tonray. Tonray impressed me the first time I worked with her. Her understanding of form is unparalleled and her ability to give cues to get her clients to work correctly is exceptional. I've been working with her for just under a year and feel better than I did in my early 20s. I've still got a long way to go but I am optimistic that I'll continue to improve while working with her. Our sessions are always tough because she will not let you compromise your form at all. Turns out I've been unknowingly working with poor form/compensation patterns for decades. The only thing better than her coaching/teaching ability is her affability. She is warm and caring, and takes interest in helping her clients meet their goals. There is no doubt that she loves what she does. I always look forward to our sessions. If you ever get a chance to work with someone whose passion is their career, you 100% should. They're always a pleasure to be around. To be clear, don't take this review as a slight to physical therapy, yoga, tai chi, etc. They are great if done with perfect form and taught properly. If you want to move with perfect form, see Tonray. She will get you there.

Tonray is the best!…read more I started as a complete beginner with no experience or knowledge of Pilates. Tonray has been not only an excellent instructor, but a skilled motivator who has demonstrated how powerful and effective a Pilates workout can be. Either on its own, or as a complement to other forms of exercise, I've realized how valuable Pilates is -- and I can't imagine a better place to learn and practice it than Be Studio. My highest recommendation!

Sadly, it looks as though this center has closed. It saved my life 25 years ago, offering the only…read morepeace and joy I felt each week for several years. I continued yoga when I moved to the west coast, and credit this Sivananda Center with putting me on a path away from suffering and toward Life. I wish it were still open so I could make a trip to visit. If anyone from the center still reads this page: thank you.

This is where I first learned about yoga many years ago, and it continues to be the place i wish to…read morego when I want yoga practice.

Very approachable yoga studio for all kinds of bodies. Lots of options for people recovering from…read moreinjuries or with mobility challenges. I went for in-person classes (during Covid, and masks were required), but they also offer remote and recorded classes online. Their space is welcoming and comfortable. I found the classes helpful for easing into more flexibility and activity while recovering from a herniated disc, when I was unable to handle more intensive yoga.

Let me preface this review with a bit of background on myself. I'm a big girl. "Curvy" as some say…read more And I am years separated from exercise. With that being said, I found myself wanting to reconnect with my body and take better care of it-- enter yoga. Being new to Chicago, I didn't have much to go from by way of finding a studio. I tried a few out but didn't feel a connection. I needed something special to support and encourage my practice. I came to the Beginner's class at Ganesha and immediately felt a pull. I am now a monthly member :) Here is a short list of things I LOVE about Ganesha: -Newbie friendly -Clean -Small classes -Encouragement -No judgement -Honest, real, compassionate teachers -They sell plus size yoga clothes -THEY CARE ABOUT YOU I can't recommend Ganesha enough.

Amazing amazing all around! Jenny is has the magic touch- I was in heaven. I wish my massage could…read morehave lasted longer. The facility is clean, cozy and relaxing! I can't wait to go back!

Every mom deserves a massage...a good, quality one especially. I delivered my second child a month…read moreago and have been trying to get away for a few hours so I could have some "me" time. I found Jenny on Yelp and thought her 90-minute post-natal massage was reasonably-priced. Distance wise, it was one-bus-ride away from my house. I told myself to book a session and gave it a try. The location wasn't exactly at a quiet spot; the El train track was nearby. However, Jenny made the massage room feel cozy, inviting, and most importantly, noise-free! The soothing white noise in the background and the relaxing music masked all other distractions. I instantly knew that I made a right choice on getting pampered for 90 minutes. Of course, this luxury could have lasted longer if there were an option for an extension (lol). Jenny touched all the pressure points and her hands were strong yet not brisk. I could tell that she enjoyed being a healer and her demeanor was very friendly throughout the session. She also asked me if I would like her to wear a mask as well. I knew people have gone out without masks since the COVID restrictions have been lifted some time ago. I came from an Asian country that having a mask on was pretty much a normal route since the air quality was less than stellar. Nevertheless, I would always appreciate people inquiring me if wearing a mask was necessary around me. Jenny also didn't require a tip when I paid her. That was the first! The cost was even more worthwhile and I must come back for more massages with her. According to the website, there is an infant massage offered and I am definitely curious about this! I never brought my first son for a massage, but I am open-minded to see what this is all about with this newborn.