A beautiful garden with exotic flowers, succulents, and plants overlooking Encinitas beach--what a…read moreperfect spot to visit whether you want to quietly meditate or just simply enjoy the scenery! The view is breathtaking and magically erases any stress you may have. If you're interested in taking a medication class, they have one on Wednesdays at 12pm. Stop by for a visit. You'll thank me later.

Visited the beautiful gardens here while in Encinitas, and appreciated the stunning ocean views…read more The gardens are lush; I felt like I had been transported to a tropical rainforest. The benches perched at the top with sweeping views of the ocean are perfect for meditating and disconnecting. So glad I visited this little slice of paradise. Free entry, free street parking. They do accept donations.

Such a beautiful store and meditation center! I am sad that I missed the cacao ceremony today but…read morewill check the website and will be attending one soon. The super beautiful woman working there showed my friend and I the space for the ceremonies and gatherings. Such a spacious and clean area downstairs the store. At Gold you will find all the good stuff: candles, cards, jewelry, crystals, decor items, comfortable clothing. Is very neat and new to the a Encinitas mindfulness community. Glad to be doing the first review for them because it just creates such a great first impression plus smells so good.

I'd like to report the Quantum Healing Meditation class with Ashley Garcia. Gold Meditation truly…read moreneeds to do a better job vetting "practitioners" , as I've met a few whose energy is very off putting. Ashley Garcia has been using her class time at Gold as a launch pad to reel in innocent members from Gold , in an attempt to facilitate her sketchy meditation business she runs in tandem. She has offered multiple students from Gold a "free meditation session" , tells some lies, and then says it will be $4000 for 3 months to work with her. Talk about a broke girl trying to pay her rent! She manipulates individuals and says a lot of unprofessional and inappropriate things. She should be fired.

This Rinzai Zen center is so beautiful in concept. The Zen teacher, however, left me really wanting…read moreto never go back. I'm not willing to outright slander anyone, this person included, but I could. Let's just say that it's a shame a lovely place like this has to be ruined by such a person. There are other Zen centers in the region that most people are going to find more welcoming, serene, and accepting.

From the owner: -- Before visiting, please attend one of our monthly INTRO to Meditation Half-Day-Workshops,…read more9am-noon. Please check our online calendar for the next one. You'll get a thorough introduction to the practice and our wonderful place, get to try it out and ask all your questions and share with fellow travelers. Please fill out and bring an application form, which you find on our website. -- After that we advise to begin a daily practice at home and join one of our sittings at least once a week to receive guidance and support from our teacher and fellow students.

Summary: Breathe Degrees felt like an ancient bathhouse ritual reborn in modern form...moving…read morethrough heat, breath, and embodied ritual alongside others in a warm, communal flow. This studio is intentionally designed to help you adapt, expand, and feel more alive. One of my favorite studio experiences so far. I genuinely did not want to leave! The Philosophy & First Impression: Before my first visit, I received a welcome video explaining the studio's philosophy: Using breath and hormetic stress (heat, cold, & movement) to grow stronger, healthier, and happier together. Their belief is simple & powerful, "When you take control of your breath, you take charge of your life." When I pulled into the parking lot, I could hear a man inside calling out, "Breathe in... let it go. Breathe in... let it go." (It seriously felt like the building was breathing.) The Space: I was warmly welcomed by staff who helped me check in, sign a waiver, and gave me a wristband and a full tour. The studio includes: a sauna; a cold plunge room; a yoga room; an AQUATru filtered water station; cubbies, dressing rooms, and a bathroom; and a lounge room with an educational video on their method The Class (Vinyasa Flow & Breath 90): The yoga room was arranged in a circular formation, so we faced one another, creating a shared presence & community. The class itself was an intermediate, heated power vinyasa with a smooth, steady breath-to-movement flow. Wendi cued in Sanskrit followed by English and layered in breath cues and gentle inward-turning suggestions in grounded poses. After a steady standing series, we moved into deep stretching and incredible twisting and detoxifying poses on the ground. The Breathwork Experience: After yoga, we were guided onto our backs with padded eye masks waiting for us. Wendi led us through three rounds of open-mouth inhales and exhales ("Breathe in, let it go"), followed by Mula Bandha and long-breath holds. During one of the holds, I received a neck and shoulder massage with peppermint oil, and I could feel the cooling, soothing effect immediately. The third round was the most powerful, with reminders that our bodies were fully oxygenated. After the final exhale, we were released into savasana. Wendi closed with a beautiful reflection about looking back on our day, our week, our month, our life and saying, "It was a wild and wonderful ride," which perfectly described the whole experience. The Teacher: Wendi was incredibly welcoming, thorough, and present. She took time one-on-one beforehand to explain and demonstrate the breathwork, which is essential for a sense of safety. After class, she stayed to connect personally and encouraged me to explore the sauna and cold plunge. She definitely holds a grounded, confident, and supportive container. The Sauna & Community Vibe: (I forgot a bathing suit for the cold plunge, but I spent time in the sauna.) It was a warm, social gathering space where the energy of the class naturally flowed in. People were connecting, chatting, and relaxing together. It felt like a communal ritual space. Overall Experience: This studio has so much to offer! The integration of breathwork, yoga, heat, cold, and education is genuinely thoughtful (not trendy). It was such a pleasure to experience Breathe Degrees. This is a must for any yoga enthusiast! Practical Note: First-timers must arrive 15 minutes early, no exceptions. This studio prioritizes safety and intentionality.

The new venue at Liberty Station(much closer to my house), is OUTSTANDING! It's huge, clean and the…read morevibe is powerfully positive. The breathwork classes are amazing (especially love Kirby) and the cold plunge/jacuzzi/sauna are unbelievably large and serene. My new favorite place for all things health!! You gotta check it out.

Erin is an amazing healer. I never believed in Reiki before I experienced her sessions.read more

Erin has an amazing gift and my hypnotherapy sessions have really helped me with what I'm going…read morethrough. I will continue to remember what I experienced on my journey so it'll lead me to my better future that I'm working on! I enjoy the yoga and reiki too! If you're on a journey in life and looking for growth this is where you need to be to help become the best version of you!

Truly, the aura when you walk in is something else. You immediately feel calm and almost at home…read more Thank you, Dara, for making us feel so welcomed from the moment we arrived! Also, if you're thinking you could never do the ice bath... you absolutely can. Dara's guidance beforehand made all the difference. Coming from someone who struggles jumping into the ocean even on a hot day... I genuinely loved the ice bath She made the whole experience feel empowering instead of intimidating. She even cut up delicious fruit for us to snack on throughout the experience, which was such a thoughtful touch. I also want to give a big shoutout to Kyra!! Her sound bath was mesmerizing. It was exactly what I needed. We went with a very relaxing yoga flow that was perfect for what we were looking for, and I loved that there were options so you could choose what felt most comfortable for you. Such a beautiful, welcoming, and rejuvenating experience. I can't wait to come back!

Dara is truly one of a kind, intuitive and quick to connect with. The space is quiet and…read morerestorative making for a perfect self-care sanctuary. Perfect for a detox, I can't wait to come for my next visit.

Rise Spiritual Center was easy to find with great signage directing where to go and helping locate…read morethe studio. The space was clean, welcoming, and had a calming atmosphere from the moment you walked in. Both the yoga instructor and host had their dogs there, which added a warm and friendly touch. The Himalayan salt wall looked beautiful and really helped set the tone for the evening. Ashley Padma led the somatic release and sound experience beautifully. She guided us through breath work starting from the root chakra and moving all the way up through the body, helping everyone feel grounded, present, and connected. The instruments and sound healing elements were calming and deeply relaxing, creating a peaceful environment to release stress and let go of anything carried into the room before the session began. It was a wonderful way to ground yourself in the evening before settling into bed. The class helped get the blood flowing, deepen the breath, calm the nervous system, and reconnect with the body. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking for relaxation, grounding, and stress relief.

Walking into Rise Spiritual Center feels like stepping out of the everyday and into something…read moreintentionally calming. The standout feature is their massive backlit salt rock wall that stretches across the space -- side to side, floor to ceiling -- glowing in warm amber tones that instantly soften your nervous system. The lighting is where the magic happens. The salt bricks are fully illuminated from behind, giving the entire room a steady, soothing radiance rather than harsh overhead light. It creates an atmosphere that's both grounding and subtly elevated -- perfect for meditation, breathwork, sound healing, or any inward-focused experience. Beyond aesthetics, the space feels thoughtfully held. Clean, peaceful, and energetically neutral in the best way, it's the kind of venue where it's easy to drop in, exhale, and actually be present. Whether you're attending a workshop or just visiting for a session, the environment supports the work being done there. Highlights: Stunning full-wall backlit salt installation Warm, calming ambiance (great for nervous system regulation) Quiet, intentional atmosphere Ideal setting for spiritual and wellness events If you're someone who values vibe as much as venue, this place absolutely delivers.

I've been going here 3-4x/week for the past 2.5 months and I couldn't be more grateful to have…read morefound my new yoga home! The thing is though, it's SO MUCH MORE than just a place to do yoga. This is NOT your run of the mill gym yoga studio, where you do 10-30 poses and stretches then leave, it's a place you can go to honor and treat yourself to some dedicated self care and also become part of a very authentic supportive community if you so desire. Not only is the studio perfectly put together with attention to detail in ambiance, but they also offer all of the props and tools you may need for class. It's been a place that I've been able to find sanctuary, peace and space to have time for myself to fortify, strengthen and love on myself -- A place I can fill my own cup so that I can go back and help others in my life too. The instructors are wonderful humans and this place is so so special. With regular yin, restorative and sound baths, this yoga studio (for me) continues to be a place of healing and growth and I often leave feeling like I'm walking on a cloud! I hope it can be that for you too!

From the owner: New Student Specials Available! $40 for 2 weeks of unlimited yoga classes or $60 for 1 month of…read moreunlimited yoga classes. Enjoy complimentary essential oils, water, herbal teas, and precious stones & crystals provided for your practice.