I've been taking classes at Ashland Yoga Center for several years, and I love the studio and the…read moreteachers. Some of my favorite classes are Vanessa's 9am-10:30 Saturday morning flow class, Manpreet's 9am-10:30 Kundalini yoga class, and Carlos's 9am Monday morning Flow yoga class as well as Carlos's Wednesday evening 5:30pm Yin classes. The studio owner Natalie is also a great teacher, as well. The studio has a nice bright energy, and the people who come to the classes are friendly and welcoming to new people. In addition to yoga, there are also often sound baths on certain weekends held during full moons and other celestial events. Those are excellent! Definitely recommend checking one out for deep relaxation. Other offerings I've checked out and enjoyed include a Tai Chi class Carlos taught as well as some yoga workshops and teacher training. They also offer retreats to Italy, Portugal, and more. I highly recommend this studio and the people running it and teaching here. Sign up for classes in advance on their website. There are props and mats you can borrow, and there is free street parking.

I've been attending classes at AYC for a number of years now and can't recommend it highly enough…read more The studio itself is lovely and calming but it's the instructors that really make it for me, particularly Carlos. He is deeply knowledgeable not only about yoga but movement in its many forms including tai chi. I appreciate detailed explanations of poses and muscle groups and how they impact the body. Carlos, and the other instructors at AYC, are very good at this. Perhaps having a yoga center that offers a teacher training program attracts highly skilled and effective instructors.

Deep tissue message is amazing. I had Steven as my Deep Tissue Masseur and it was under conditions…read morethat were less optimal on my part and his - let me explain. My back had gone into a major spasm and I needed deep tissue work done and I had called Inward Bound Wellness on short notice. Steven had created an opening for me as we spoke on the phone. He fit me in and worked out the spasm, as we were going through the massage Steven asked me questions about my recent activities. He pin pointed a few muscles and explained what their use was for and I was able to figure out what caused the spasm. The previous day we were moving and I had carried by myself a large tube tv up 17 stairs sideways and from his decriptions of what each tweaked muscle and how it works allowed me to pinpoint the cause. Thank you Steven. Justin W.

Steven Domingues of Inward Bound Wellness is an excellent Massuer for Thai Yoga Massage. I…read moreexperienced with gentle care and explaination of the process of having Yoga done to you. The streching out of muscles you may only rarely use, to regain the mobility you may not have realized you were missing. Though not like a typical massage, you still leave Inward Bound Wellness with the holistic appreciation of how the act of massage helps the whole body. I highly recommend Steven for you next massage experiance. Melanie M.

Was here for the OSF and dropped in for a class on a Friday morning. Very impressed with the…read moreinstructor, Lola, and the vibe. Would come again next time I'm in town.

Great little studio. The wood-burning stove in the back, combined with the packed room, gets the…read moreplace seriously hot in the summer. After a very sweaty class, you feel like you have walked through the fire together with the other yogis. I really enjoyed both classes that I dropped in on. Be warned: it's a hot yoga studio in a town with some pretty hippie type people, so it can be a bit...stinky. I didn't mind at all but worth noting perhaps.

Great studio. Jay is an awesome teacher; consistent, knowledgeable, strong voice, and can walk his…read moretalk. Studio itself is beautiful and functional

I made a point to create a mini-vacation across the valley from where I currently live in Grants…read morePass, to experience the most I could from Emerge's generous offer of a fully free three day weekend of hot yoga. It had been 5 years since my first experience of Bikram, practicing yoga in a super hot space; so I was excited in anticipation to experience such a thing again. It was wonderful to witness my growth and understand the relativity of time and its challenges both becoming easier while remaining the same. Jay does a great job at describing each form (Asana) and Breath (Pranayama) and pushing you to the next level safely while also giving you permission to simply stay with it in whatever fashion you deem necessary. His wife DeAnna and their children are super sweet and overall hold a great space. I look to connect and work with them more into the ever expanding present and eternal moment of Now! Thank you!

Cynde has helped tremendously with my shoulder injury. She is highly skilled, knowledgeable, and…read moreembodies a serenity that people who are deeply spiritual possess. I like her philosophy of integrating yoga with massage to complement one another. She has also been teaching yoga for over 20 years and brings that experience and wisdom to the massage table. Her rates are very reasonable, especially if you get a package. I'd highly recommend her for anyone seeking healing or health maintenance through massage.

Straightforward, deep work that was terrific for my totally knotted up self. Relaxed, comfortable…read moreenvironment (note: sweet funny dog present in the welcome area!) and a calm, warm person. Also available promptly, both times (so far) that I've called. I am really grateful for weekend availability.

Michelle is fantastic. She is thorough and highly educated. Knows what works for your body and…read moretakes it slow if need be or pushes you if your up for it. Classic Pilates teacher. She is excellent!!!

Belkis is the best! Within 2 months of bi-weekly one-on one sessions I moved through my backpain…read morethat had plagued me for years. As a physical therapist (with a Pilates training a few decades ago) I am super picky about who I work with and Belkis has been a real blessing to me. She is an excellent teacher, an astute observer and keeps a steady eye on my form and safety while constantly challenging me to get stronger. She is classically trained with Romana Kryzanowska, who learned straight from Josef Pilates. I feel taller, stronger and more happy now. What a great feeling to have this lift inside and to be able to do everything I want with a strong back and core. Thank you, Belkis!

I was suffering from a moderate to severe L4/5 disc herniation. Completely wrecked at times, pain I…read moredon't wish on anyone. I was in there twice a week for several months. At this point I've returned to my usual lifestyle that includes a lot of hiking, biking, skate, surfing, snowboarding. Body maintenance is Crucial, living with an injury like this does change the way you do some things, that's natural and just the way it is. Everyone here is capable of helping you get back on track if you're outta whack.

Massage by McKayla was amazing! I highly recommend her. McKayla is very professional, friendly and…read moreknowledgeable about how the body functions.

I'm really impressed - I received an incredible massage from one of their therapists (Megan) who…read morecame highly recommended. I asked her to focus on my neck and shoulders due to lots of tension and computer work - I got exactly what I asked for. She was very gentle, and once I asked her for more pressure she gave me exactly the level of intensity that left me relaxed. Her specific techniques felt expert ... I'm sure that part of this is because they are also a massage school. I was also quite surprised by the price, it's the lowest cost massage therapy clinic in town. Highly recommended all around!

I recently moved to Ashland, and am looking for a place to develop a standing massage appointment…read more Recently, I have had to work from an office again, which as we know is counterintuitive to our biology. At present, I felt a (for me) special need to receive massage therapy. I communicated prior in consultation my body's needs, and also early during our session that I needed a deeper, more systemic massage, but my communication did not impact the modality. The response I received was, "We'll see." I was not listened to. I wanted to wait a few days to monitor my biofeedback before formulating an opinion, and as some time has passed, I feel no therapeutic benefit was received. There was no felt toxin release or muscular physiological shift. My body just needs a modality that utilizes deeper pressure for systemic benefit. This would be a fine experience simply within the context of a relaxing afternoon, or if the cost was not aligned with local market rate, which is well above national averages. Unfortunately, I am going to have to continue searching for a massage therapy nearby. I only hope that this was simply an isolated experience, and not representative of the school, otherwise I feel a need to seek external influence in finding a massage therapy of value. I will not be returning to Ashland Institute of Massage, as I received no value for what I paid, which is disheartening coming from the region's education center.

I've used this place many times while in town for house sitting and other visits. It fits the bill…read morefor me with weights and elliptical trainers and related.

I've actually not been active here yet. However, the staff has been very helpful, supportive and…read morepatient with helping me get back to stronger being active again. I've broken my back and had other breaks in last couple years. I've healed enough now to use this facility. Very excited!!

I can highly recommend owner, Lynnea Forderer. I just experienced the wonderful hot oil detoxing…read moremassage. The entire process was indulging, relaxing and exactly what I needed. She listens to your needs and gives sound recommendations for overall health. I'm definitely going to be a repeat customer. Thank you Lynnea

From the owner: Ashland Ayurveda Health Center offers lifestyle and health counselling, using the ancient…read moreprinciples of Ayurveda, to improve your life in all areas. I offer some of the Ayurvedic Body Therapies, Yoga Nidra, Cranio-Sacral Therapy. I also bill insurances for MVA injuries. I sell Ayurvedic products as well.