Took an evening class at Veda Yoga with Jaya Lakshmi, and it was one of the most genuinely welcoming yoga experiences I've had. From the moment you arrive, Jaya greets everyone warmly and invites you into what she calls the "Veda family," immediately creating a sense of inclusion and belonging. That feeling continues throughout the class -- people were friendly, open, and kind, introducing themselves before class and checking in afterward to see how it was. It felt less like dropping into a random class and more like being welcomed into an existing, caring community. The studio is well organized, with clear guidance on where to go, open shelving inside the room for belongings, and padded flooring that adds noticeable comfort and support during practice. The class begins with a collective Om and settling breathwork, then moves into a steady, rhythmic flow. This is an intermediate-level class with light heat that builds energy and then gently slows down with stretching at the end. (Sidenote: no balancing or long holds - mostly all flow.) The class closes with a chant (with the option to join or simply listen), ending together with "Om, Shanti, Shanti, Shanti." The Indian-inspired music adds to the grounded, cohesive feeling of the space. Practical notes: The bathroom is just outside the studio and is easy to access and very clean. There are no showers, but the gentle heat makes them unnecessary. Free, tandem parking lot behind the studio. A thoughtfully guided class with a sense of friendliness and community. Easy to recommend and definitely will be returning! read more

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This is a great studio for both beginners and people more advanced in their practice! Every instructor has been encouraging and challenging. This is a great community and I definitely recommend. read more

Amazing Yoga studio with such a phenomenal team! Kumi has cultivated a space of pure serenity, full of love and a place where inclusivity matters and is fully present. Such a safe space in all facets of what Yoga truly encompasses. Thank you Kumi and Veda Yoga Center Team! read more

I LOVE Casey Wolf's and Camille Burkett's Power Yoga 1 classes and Megan Thompson's Slow Flow sessions! They have a gentle, positive way of teaching. Recommend them highly! I took my first community class there recently, though, and I walked out halfway through. Unlike the others, community classes are free and are meant to give students learning to become instructors a chance to practice. I had to leave the class because Romy (the student-teacher) was screaming so loud above already loud music. She was so loud that I had to put my hands over my ears, and even then, her voice pierced through. Then, when I left and was five feet from the closed door, I could still hear Every. Single. Word she was yelling. I rarely walk out of anything, but it was the most terrible yoga experience I've ever had. If loud isn't your thing, then be aware that Joanna Quintero uses an over-the-ear microphone for her Sculpt classes and that the music will be blaring. She's a good instructor, but man, are her classes loud. read more

Came here on Sunday and had a lovely experience. Parking is definitely tricky, but I luckily found a spot on a side street a couple of blocks away. The studio itself is very clean and well maintained. I was welcomed as soon as I walked in and since I hadn't been here in a few years, I was told where to go for the class and directed to the bathroom and a changing area, which were conveniently located right outside the main studio. The outdoor area was very peaceful and tranquil and even had some couches to lounge on before or after class. The class itself was fantastic and the instruction was clear and helpful. It was a great combination of stretching and more vigorous movements, with modifications given as needed. The props were also useful as they had yoga blocks and straps to borrow. The lighting in the studio is vibrant and creates a nice ambiance along with the more spiritual decor. The music also really enhanced the class. I left feeling better than I came in and I plan on returning again soon. read more

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It's a yoga studio located in downtown Culver City, and they don't have parking facility, so either find street parking or go to nearby public packing garages. There are two rooms for yoga classes, the bigger room has hard wood floor, and the smaller room is quipped with soft ground mat. read more

Veda Yoga Center - Yoga Near Me - Culver City, California

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Joana Quintero is a great instructor. I've taken her strength class a few times and I love the way she guides the transition into the weights. I've had some of the best breakthroughs during her class. Veda Yoga in general, has some of the best instructors! Happy I came across this studio! read more

The most homey feeling in a yoga studio. It's so authentic and chill but also makes you work hard to get the results you want.

Awesome Yoga center! I took my first acro yoga class this week. I was intimated at first but everyone was very welcoming and helpful. I really enjoyed being surrounded by the people. Will def be back for more classes! There are two tandem spots behind the building labeled Veda Yoga parking. Otherwise, try street parking! read more

Great teachers! Kumi, Jill, Johanna, Tracy, Emily, Cheyenne, KC, and all the rest of the instructors are top level. Friendly, informative, and great sequence! read more

Went here for a morning 1030am infrared yoga sculpt through ClassPass! Enjoyed the class a lot and think it was a good balance of weight sculpting, but still had some essence of yoga flow in it. Not sure if I was very sweaty from the infrared or if I got a great workout in , but the instructor was wonderful and very fit. They also dressed up their studio in winter/Christmas theme, which is nice. tip#1: They have 2 tandem parking in the back, so if you're one of the first few people in class, you can park there! Tip#2: You can do a 2 week new client special for $48 for 2 weeks, which is a super good deal if you end up going more than 2x each week. They give you your first mat rental free for new students, which is nice! read more

Johanna and Jillian and Mollys classes are a MUST GO. Wonderful studio to practice mindfulness and strengthen your yoga practice. read more

I love Veda Yoga. Amazing instructors and classes in an incredibly warm, welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment.

I might be biased because Jill is one of my favorite yoga teachers of all time and she teaches here, but I genuinely believe the space is built perfectly for yogis. The staff is really kind and has a genuine spiritual vibe that I find is missing and a lot of the more contemporary yoga studios in Los Angeles. Trust me, this does not mean the classes are easy! Unless, of course, you want them to be. The class sizes are big enough to feel a sense of community and small enough to feel a sense of connection with your instructor. The space has a nice outdoor area as well as two beautiful indoor studios. I've never seen it anything but spotless and I know that the staff puts their blood sweat and tears into making this place wonderful and safe for everyone. This is a great place to go for any kind of yoga but if you're looking for a place where people are sensitive, trauma informed, masters at their craft, and genuinely kind and caring people, make this place your yoga home. read more

Veda Yoga Center - Beautiful yoga studio for heated yoga - Yoga Near Me - Culver City, California

This Yoga Studio changed my life. I came here after having a lot of time off of working out since 2020 when all the gyms were closed. I was intimidated and had never really done yoga and Kumi was so encouraging and told me to try four classes because she said my body would start to open up and that was it! I now go there 6 days a week and I LOVE it! I asked if it would help me to get toned and Kimi told me yes, especially if you do the sculpt classes. My body (and mind and spirit) has completely transformed and I am the strongest and fittest I have ever been at 43 but more importantly I have this amazing community that feels like home. read more

I've tried this yoga spot through class pass and after been in so many different yoga places in West LA I got obsessed with Veda, the heat is not too much and it's actually delightful unlike places like hot 8 yoga (I was member for 3 years) that is just too much, also it's humble, simple and teachers are cool! read more

I had a chance to try out the Veda yoga and had an amazing experience. The teacher is super nice, and the facility is clean and well decorated. There are assistant teacher to help with adjustments and alignment, which I find very beneficial. The room is heated, but not too hot. It is perfect for the muscle to relax and enhance the stretch. Overall, a great class and will definitely be back for more read more

My friend Sandy has been raving about Veda yoga and I was finally able to join her today for the Sculpt class at 5:30 p.m., led by Kumi. The class is a total body workout that combines yoga, weights, and ab work to a super-awesome powerhouse playlist. Kumi is a great instructor and engages participants to reach their best potential. The studio is a gem of a space, a sanctuary, nestled adjacent to downtown Culver City. There was a farmer's market (Tuesday), just across the street, and dozens of restaurants and coffee shops to grab a bite/refreshment after the intense workout. Veda has a natural community vibe and I can't wait to visit again with my newly minted 2week-Unlimited pass ($48). read more

I'm a movement instructor, mainly focused on dance. Anyway.. moving to Venice there's a lot of options for yoga. I am currently post partum.. went through all that emotional waves.. sleepless nights... adjustments.. back hurts and I didn't move my body much during pregnancy just walked everyday. I now have intense back Pain :'( so I was testing different ways to heal. I tried out different places for yoga since there are so many in this area. I have a background in kundalini but I knew I needed more strength training to get my strength back.. as a dancer I not so much into intense weight lifting.. I resonate more with movement and flow. I took advantage of their intro offer.. I went a few times early AM like 6:30 excellent classes! I enjoyed it very much.. then started coming to Johanna's class. I'm not sure if she is a dancer but I feel dancers tend to have ways of teaching I resonate with.. I feel her flow, guidance and method really motivating and authentic. So I've been coming here for a few weeks now. I absolutely love the Infared heat. Space is nice warm and welcoming. It gives that home-y feels. It has helped with my "at times roller coaster post partum emotions" lol and ofcourse I feel the difference in the improvement of my back pain. I still have a long way to go for healing and aim to be pain free. But coming here helps me emotionally, physically and mentally. Also making me strong to carry my infant. I highly recommend this studio and Johanna, I am sure all the teachers here are great, juggling with a new baby / time schedule I have only experienced two. read more

Outstanding yoga studio! Offers a variety of classes for whatever you're looking for and whatever level you're at. I've gone to many chain studios around LA and this is a special experience that is welcoming and genuine with a depth of knowledge. I've taken a variety of classes so far and must say Jillian is a fantastic instructor. She is personable and knows her stuff! read more

The phenomenal and charismatic yoga teachers here are what keep me inspired and motivated to keep coming back. The sense of community here is so supportive and the positivity energy is contagious. Growing more strong and balanced together with others has been a game changer for me in this post pandemic environment. I am so grateful for this place. They offer free community classes, easy, medium and hard level classes along with a variety of self care options like Thai massage, sound baths, restorative, slow flow, yin-yang and even sober support classes along with group studies and community Kirtan!) So much love here. read more

Veda Yoga Center - Entrance on Venice and Main. - Yoga Near Me - Culver City, California

No parking anywhere nearby on a Tuesday night. If you live in a walking distance it might work for you.

Let me start by saying, I've lived in LA a looooong time & have been to many studios. Veda Yoga is, by far, my favorite. Everyone is very kind, literally from the moment you walk in, ALL of the teachers are amazing in different ways, it's always clean, and there's just an overall beautiful vibe. I also really appreciate that no one is ever trying to upsell anything, no pressure. I now attempt to make all my friends go too. Very grateful this place exists. :) read more

An amazing yoga studio with amazing community of people!!! The temperature is just right, not too hot and unlike the typical corporate yoga studios this place has a at home feeling to it with a little more of the ancient philosophy of yoga practiced and incorporated into the classes. The owner kumi is a beacon of love and light! Grateful for this community read more

Amazing studio! Came with my husband for a class it was great. Flow, music, other yogis and Celeste the teacher really set the tone for joy and gratitude. Thank you I'll def be back! read more

Tracey is an amazing instructor. She works with you to find your comfort level while still pushing you to stretch and connect to the exercises, listening to your needs. I'm not able to attend very often, but whenever I do, it's a joy! read more

I know it's hard to believe in this day and age -- but I had never done yoga in my life. Because of chronic health conditions, I've always struggled with my weight/abilities and I never felt like I fit the body type of a yogi. I finally decided to give it a try and I'm so thankful that Tracy was the first instructor I ever had. She is so kind, so gentle, and so compassionate. I was pleasantly surprised to be joined by people of so many walks of life in the class and she made it a point to gently provide alternatives for those who need it. She has been encouraging every time I've been back, and I feel safe in her class -- even at the limits of my physical abilities. I've had the same experiences with all the other instructors too, especially Akane's Yin Yang. Excited to get my gold member pass :) read more

By far the best yoga studio in Los Angeles! After practicing at YogaWorks for years, I found this studio and would never go anywhere else.The founder Kumi is a true yogi in the Bhakti tradition and a community builder. If you want to break a sweat and find the bliss of yoga, as well as meet likeminded yogis, this is the place to go! read more

I loved this yoga studio! The environment is warm and welcoming. I'm a bit rusty but the instructor made me feel comfortable going at my own pace. Definitely coming back! read more

What a real community. I've loved seeing how well students know each other and foster deeper connection and friendships. Also, if you're looking for deeper yogic practice, spiritually, Veda is the place for it in Culver City. As a yoga teacher, I am glad to see that the meditation practices as well as asana, are prioritized. And the inclusivity is so refreshing. All are clearly welcome here! read more

So, I am on the fence between 1 and 2 stars ( which fell from 3-4 when I was a member). Honestly, I really want to like this school. There are things to like. However, I am burned out trying to deal with this school. As far as the classes, let's be frank - it is another Power Yoga center in L.A. The actual classes feels a lot like gym yoga on weirdly squishy mats. If you want a lot of knee to nose and a place that calls Urdva Hastasana mountain pose who teaches a number of poses that are less than 10 years old, then go ahead, but it will cost you $100 or more a month and you can't cancel. It does feel more like a Yoga studio than say, YogaWorks... and there is a good intention to be traditional there. Kumi (the owner) is very nice and also well intended. She is great to deal with one on one in the moment, has a love for California Yoga and does seem to have a Bhakti intent. The big issue is she never follows up on her promises and is a bit flighty. After stopping my membership when they kept cancelling classes ( sometimes with little to no notice) Kumi said she would follow up to my email and offer me some class passes, not only did she not follow up, the school keeps trying to hit my credit card. I have sent numerous emails, texts and calls, and they have yet to cancel my membership. I closed out that card, but I still get a monthly nagging emails from them to update my card and attempts to charge me on the old number which mt bank lets me know about each time. That being said, the teachers are very friendly and well trained in what seems to be Kumi's version of Power Yoga and they do have some actual Bhakti Yogis come in regularly as guest speakers, and also Kirtan devotional nights. They are also close to the Krshna center which gives them an air of credibility, but the depth of Yogic understanding is not much deeper than most of L.A., most of what I heard was more in the realm of New Age and not the Vedas, Upanisads or Gita as one might hope in a place so close to two wonderful Hindu temples. Caveat Emptor: If you are happy with modern american Yoga and want a spoonful of extra traditional influence, than this might be the place for you - but I am not the only person who has had issue when cancelling. read more

Took a class here with Jules and it was a delight! I felt wonderful afterward and would recommend to all!

This is an amazing community of yogis! I felt so welcomed by everyone and left feeling like I was completely transformed. I cannot even say enough about how awesome this place is - every teacher has their own special vibe and brings a unique aspect of themselves to this place. It I could give 10 stars I would - I even take classes live online when I travel - BEST YOGA STUDIO EVER!!!!!! read more

This yoga studio is so popular! I'm used to going to classes with maybe a dozen people at most, but both of the classes I've attended here have been full with probably 25 people packed into the studio and each mat just inches apart. Before trying out Veda I would have thought that it wasn't possible to do a studio with mats so close together, but it definitely works...and I can see why so many people come here -- the instruction is excellent! I've taken two classes with Taylor who is just a yoga rock star. He will correct your poses as needed (for the beginners or intermediates) and also offer up deeper stretches and poses (for the more advanced yogis). If you are a beginner-ish you can definitely take the Yoga 1 and 2 classes, as there isn't much difference and you can just modify intensities. I say beginner-ish because they don't offer a ton of explanation on how to do the poses and expect you to know them as they flow through the class (I can recommend another studio nearby that has more of a teaching style for those who are true newbies). They also offer acro-yoga -- the only studio in the area it seems that offers this -- but I'm not sure if you have to do private lessons first to get the hang of it before going to a class. I love how you get a free bottle of Icelandic water every time you check in on Yelp or Facebook. I certainly need and appreciate that water after an hour-long sweaty class! Yes, the yoga classes get very sweaty as they turn up the temperature a bit in the vinyasa-style classes although it's not at Bikram heat. You have to bring your own mat, but you can rent them for $1 if you forget yours and for your first class it is provided complimentary. They lock the front door after classes have started, which is good because you leave your shoes, purses, etc at the front in cubbies and otherwise people could come in and steal your stuff! There is absolutely no parking, but you can hunt for street parking and it is a short walk from the Culver City metro station which has a large free parking lot. read more

Background: I took my first yoga class - Stiff Guy Yoga at the Equinox in Culver City - about 9 months ago and ended up liking it and moved on to a consistent vinyasa practice at the gym since then. I've wanted to venture out and see what yoga classes are like outside the gym setting, and that's how I ended up at Veda. I found a great deal for a month of classes, and the studio is not far from where I live, so I figured I'd give it a try. PROS: - A variety of classes/instructors for the size of the studio. I took Veda 1 & 2 classes with different instructors and liked all the classes. Kumi and Nora are particularly helpful with adjustments. - Signing up/checking in for a class. I still don't really understand how, but after signing up for a class via the app, I was already checked in once I showed up at the studio. That was very convenient. - Community vibe. Everyone that came to class seemed super friendly, and overall it felt like a judgment-free environment to practice, which is great for beginners. CONS: - Parking. There are parking options, but if you're trying to park in the spots behind the studio or on the street nearby, it might take a while to find a spot (if you find one at all). - Room temperature. I think they rely on fans for ventilation at the studio, which means it can get really warm inside during sunny days. I naturally sweat a lot during vinyasa classes and don't mind it at all, BUT I'm not too big on sweating during restorative classes. I took one restorative class at night here and the room was unbearably warm. It was to the point where I was doing a fold and was counting the seconds for the hold to end, which is not what you want to think about when you're in a pose. However, I don't think the other people in that class had this problem, so while I mention this as a con, it's not in reference to the studio per se but more towards anyone that might have the same preferences as me. Overall, I enjoyed my month at Veda, and the good news is that they're expanding, so I will definitely be back to try the classes in their new studio. If you're looking for a no frills place to start a yoga practice or just try out a yoga class, definitely check this place out. read more

I came across Veda Yoga Center via Groupon. It is located on the corner of Venice and Bagley. Parking: There are only 4 tandem parking spaces attached to the studio. There is also a print shop parking across the street but with limited hours. I've been practicing yoga on and off for about 7 years and have only taken two type of classes here - Veda Sculpt and Veda 2. Each class is offered an hour long. Class breakdown: Veda Sculpt: Reminds me of a VERY similar structure to a yoga sculpt class from a popular studio chain. Veda Sculpt is less structured and not as much high energy as its competitor. I wish the music here was more upbeat. Veda 2: A great vinyasa yoga flow class that is definitely not for beginners. I've only taken Sasha's class and really like it. I just wish it had more time to play. Overall, the vibe here is a community feel. The yogis here are very diverse. No pretentious attitudes here. Don't worry about coming here in the lastest Lululemon gear. Looking at their monthly packages, Veda Yoga offers the lowest price compared to all the other yoga studios in the area. -1 star for the outhouse bathroom and parking spaces. There have been times where classes have started late due to late comers and makes the class time even shorter. Tip: Yelp check-in for free bottled water read more

I'm new to yoga as it was one of my ~New Years~ resolutions to practice (touching my toes on a good day has probably been the extent of my flexibility. I really liked this studio because unlike so many studios in LA it's not pretentious and really focuses on just a pure Yoga practice without any of the sometimes unnecessary bells and whistles. Whether you're a beginner (like me) or a seasoned pro doing handstands in class (I see you and am intimidated by you) the classes are small and you really get attention from the instructor unlike other cookie cutter studios. Also really reasonably priced! If I lived closer to Culver I would definitely visit more often. Discovered this place on Class Pass! read more

I would love to love this place, but unfortunately this studio just doesn't want my money. I bought a 10 class yoga pack from their Groupon page but had trouble booking online, so Groupon tried contacting Veda Yoga to no response. I tried calling Veda Yoga, going to the yoga studio in person, texting them, and then emailing them. No response. I gave up after a month of trying to contact them. I have no idea how this business is even operating when there's literally no form of customer service. read more

Jill was wonderful! I even brought my dad, who does not have yoga experience and Jill made sure he felt comfortable and was supported the whole way through! He said it was the best "massage for the mind" he's ever experienced. I loved this place! read more

Love the yoga and the vibe. Sadly I've left a VM message and sent two emails about long term memberships and alas, no response. read more