Looking for lunchtime meditation in the FiDi? This is it…read more All meditation at WITHIN is lead, and the teachers vary quite a bit in their style. Still, I'm always glad I've gone when I walk out of there. Devon is my preferred teacher by a mile. Classes appear to be made up of folks who are relatively new to mediation, and in need of a break from their office jobs, with the occasional serious devotee thrown in the mix. You don't need to bring anything, or wear anything special. Just show up.

Love, love, love WITHIN Meditation! I come here through Satori Yoga Studio - I bought an "Urban…read moreYogi" package ($69/month) that includes 4 classes/month and unlimited meditation. Funnily enough, I ended up using the meditation way more than the yoga - because it helped me so much! Meditation is guided (though there are silent classes as well), and instructors vary in their style. Devon seems to be the most popular, but the others are great also - I've never had a bad experience. I regularly try to go to sessions with Renee on Thursday afternoon, where she offers a special, personal element I haven't felt elsewhere. I've tried meditation on my own and nothing seemed to "click" until WITHIN - the supportive instructors (and fellow students) makes a HUGE difference. Before and after each class, we talk about our practice and the reasons we're in the class. People come for all sorts of reasons - work anxiety, stress around having a baby, looking for clarity on major life decisions. There's no pressure to share (as a Yelper, you may guess I'm one of the more vocal ones), but sharing is a key element that makes WITHIN so valuable to me - Devon once tailored a class to me because I was the only one who shared about having work anxiety! Renee has chatted with me after class about work, relationships, and meditation - and has become a key voice in my life. I feel very fortunate that I found WITHIN. In hectic San Francisco, it's often difficult to find a healing place of refuge. I highly recommend it!

I took a Breath, Beats, & Embodiment class with Katrina (High Vibe Collective) here. Fantastic…read morespace. Katrina and Tankut were very warm and welcoming. Space is very cozy, with great vibes. Mats and bolsters were provided. The place was very clean. The class was well paced, energizing, and relaxing.

Wonderful space and people. Tankut is takes excellent care of his space and the people that come…read morethrough his doors. Tantara feels like a little Oasis in the city!

Unique, fun, relaxing experience…read more The instructor isn't for everyone--my friend who went with me the first time said he prefers a different type of yoga. This one seems to have a lot of stretching, some planks, downward dogs, warrior poses... I love the Grace Cathedral space. It's cavernous and reminds me of Europe--that alone is worth the price of admission! You can buy tickets there, and you can get a multi-class pass to save money. The clientele is diverse--people old and young, men and women. There's quite a bit of meditation as well. There's volunteers to help with your poses. Some reviews say come early, but I usually go 5 minutes before start time and snag a seat on the side. Very friendly people. I try to go almost every Tuesday now and they also have Saturday mornings!

Love this class and experience. Such a beautiful, unique and peaceful venue. The instructor is so…read morecalming and good. She delivers great messages as well as gives an appropriate amount of challenge. Highly recommend trying this out. The music is great as well.

Do NOT trust this place. It is a scam to take your money…read more I went there yesterday with my friend out of curiosity, and it was a complete disappointment. At first, the man tried to guess things about us. He was somewhat correct about my friend, but everything he said about me was completely wrong. My gut feeling told me not to trust him, but I still let him do a reading -- and it was a big mistake. He couldn't tell me anything specific about my past or future. Instead, he said I have a "bad spirit" from my ancestors and that I needed to pay for another service with his "special candle" that costs $1,200 to remove it. That is ridiculous. How can a bad spirit just magically disappear because of him and a candle? He couldn't even explain clearly what my ancestors supposedly did. He also went along with my friend joking about Satan and sacrifices without realizing it was a joke. Everything he said in the tarot reading was extremely generic -- half good, half bad -- things that could apply to anyone. I lost $80 for this. He refused to accept bank or credit cards and made us go withdraw cash. He even walked with us to the bank to make sure he got his money. Please don't trust this place, i worked so hard so my money and i dont understand why people can just find areal job instead of scamming other like this

Run. Before they take your money and do the same. I came to…read morethem extremely vulnerable and they took advantage of that. I spent a lot of money only to be ignored and given vague readings with no real updates. I regret letting her talk me into spending more. It's a con shop. It's very wrong to take advantage of hurting people. Karma will come to them.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program was essential to my transition into 30s and what is an…read moreadult view on life, self-care and handling of emotions. Rik was an incredible facilitator, his voice along brings me into a meditative state :) I could not recommend this program enough - it helped me deal with life's challenges, helped me improve my relationships with immediate family, I learned to verbalize my emotions (that was a biggie!), got control over my social anxieties and even flying (the turbulence used to freak me out!). It changed my relationship with time (I used to always hurry and always be late), and I came to terms with death (was not an intention of the program, but a discovery that showed itself after my second MBSR course) so that when my relatives were passing, I could handle it with grace and peace of mind, and was able to provide support to the deceased and their family instead of avoiding this subject altogether (the previous me would do that). Overall, I took 2 MBSR courses throughout the years, and try to participate in day-longs every year (open to graduates). I am convinced this program is the best thing I've ever done for my well-being, and an investment that will be bringing the returns throughout the lifetime. Thank you, Rik!!

Before coming to this place, I was anxious, had low energy, and was hyperreactive to the stresses…read moreof life. After learning insight meditation there, and by going for regular practice, I felt like a new person - I became calm, full of energy, and I feel capable of overcoming the stresses of life.

I went in for a trial as I want to find a place to train but wasn't sure which dojo to join. The…read moremat fee is $15 for a one off session which is comparable to other locations. I've had practically zero martial arts experience aside from some wushu when I was a kid. Everyone was very nice and patient. The sensei and even other students that I practiced with were great teachers. What I really appreciated was how they would explain why you take a certain action and how that has an impact. It helps me remember better and makes it a more wholistic learning experience.

Prior to joining this dojo, I had never taken any martial arts classes other than self-defense…read moreseminars (2 hr course by campus safety patrolmen and women). I wanted to be active in a sport where I'm engaged physically and mentally, and so I started looking up different dojo in SF. I started classes in February 2009 at Pacific Aikido Center, with a Tue. & Thur. evening commitment. I practice regularly with other novices as well as with higher ranked brown & black belts. The people I train with are great, and so are the instructors. The dojo is run by Shiohira Sensei, who teaches classes on M, W, F. Other black belt sensei-instructors teach on Tu, Th, Sa. During class, we warm up and stretch, then we pair up with various classmates for 45 minutes. Both the sensei and partner-in-training go through techniques with me, with repetition and often with specific guidance on ways to improve. The instructors and classmates are incredibly patient and kind. Everyone is here to improve themselves and help others, and we all improve at our own pace. While it's amazing to see what the higher-level practitioners of Aikido can do, every once in a whie I look back and am amazed at what I've learned in my year at the dojo. If you have always wanted to take martial arts, Aikido is a great art to begin your practice. I recommend this school to any beginner.

Augusta is one of the best meditation teachers I've ever had. Her style is compassionate, kind, and…read more empathetic. I worked with her as my mentor during two incredible years where I was able to deepen and transform my practice and become a teacher hopefully one day like her. Augusta is authentic, warm, fun, kind, compassionate and empathetic. Very profesional and respectful.

Took this class many years ago and it just didn't resonate with me. Our initial video chat was…read morerushed as she had just gotten out of the pool and I felt like it was checking a box. When I was asked what I wanted to get out of mindfulness I mentioned a way to deal with loneliness and the anxiety that comes from that emotion. Very quickly I was told that mindfulness wouldn't help that. The setting was challenging and I felt there was either a connection or complete lack of one with each student. Never anywhere in the middle. I abandoned my mindfulness quest after taking this class because it was so discouraging. Fast forward several years and I was diagnosed with cancer and had a very difficult time with treatment. I picked up mindfulness again through the Headapace Ap. So much better, so much less expensive, so much more convenient and thought provoking. It did wonders for me and I practice daily now. If you can't discipline yourself to do the Ap then try this class, but I would definitely try the Ap first. Don't get discouraged as I did if this class isn't for you. There are so many resources out there if this isn't for you.

They have many different weekly meditation groups to choose from, as well as special events. The…read morestaff/volunteers are friendly and welcoming. And the space itself is comfortable and calming.

Some of the groups are really well facilitated.... Wonderful offerings and I recommend keep…read moreexploring until you find a group you resonate with

Amazing reiki session with Deanna on a therapeutic heated biomat that releases negative ions…read more Deanna has a soothing voice and gentle touch and her studio is super cute with easy parking. She records a debrief after the session and send you the takeaways. Can't wait to be back soon!

From the very first monemt I saw her there was an instant connection. You can feel her warmth and…read moreuplifting energy. I feel everyone you meet in this world is there for a reason and Deanna is definitely someone that I was meant to meet. Her experience and knowledge along with her special touch are just what I needed when I needed it. It's hard to explain any of this. You have to experience it for yourself in order to truly understand it. All I can say is that she has all these special touches that she adds to her practice thag makes it that more special. The attention to detail and her willingness to connect with you truly make her an exceptional human being. I look forward to continuing my journey and seeing what else life has in store for me.

This studio has transformed my health and my life…read more The trainers are extremely attentive and knowledgeable across both physical exercise and recovery / muscle and tension release. They are the best of the best! When I first started with DJ I was slightly worried because I had had chronic knee problems and I didn't know if I would be able to achieve my fitness goals or if that would further injure my knee. He is extremely knowledgeable and tailored my regimen to help me achieve my fitness goals without ever provoking my knee. If anything, he has made improvements to it because he is able to apply physical therapy practices to improving it along the way, and he taught me what adjacent stressors were causing pain in the knee. I have been working out with him for a year and a half now and I am in the best shape of my life. I couldn't recommend them more highly.

So here'a the deal. The three are the nicest most caring…read moreprofessional trainers I have ever worked with. They are all a little different, but all check their EGOs at the door, and just want you to succeed. That being said if you want to be pampered go to the nursery. Your paying them to balance you, and push you, not break you. They know the body and how not to hurt you. So many idiot trainers will either push you to the point of breaking and hurting Or don't know body mechanics and hurt you. They also have some sweet amenities. 1. Big screen TV 2. Great screen savers 3. You can pop in for a quick cardio session if their not too busy 3. Don't Use trendy bullshit. Most of the work is you using your own body. They do have great equipment but is very select and designed around you using your body to work the machine, or bench or use the moon shaped leather bags from Romania?? NOT the other way around. 4. Jack Lalaine is rumored to haunt the studio 5. Great PC screen savers. 6. They smile and drink Cofee as they work your ass off. That's so sweet. 7. You get what you pay for. Great attitude, support, and a true deep down commitment to make you want to do, and be better.