High quality programming and facilitators! Membership give me many choices in programs to choose…read morefrom at no additional cost and discounts on other programs. Those in leadership are knowledgeable, caring, kind, and respond quickly when contacted.

MAM is great! I tried learning meditation on my own and didn't get anywhere. I like the…read moreKabat-Zinn approach to meditation and yoga, that I learned in Tracy's beginners class. But, they offer a bunch of other classes, mini-retreats as well . Some of which I do. I enjoy the community practice group. I always learn something new that I can use. The instructors are professionals in healthcare or folks volunteering their knowledge from years of experience doing what they are teaching and showing you how to do, which you can do or not, they don't get in my hair about it. They really take care of their facility and about issues of privacy and personal comfort. In my opinion I get a lot for my membership fee.

Excellent teachers and fun, welcoming environment. I've been practicing there for yearsread more

I hadn't been practicing yoga for a long time and was so happy to discover this yoga studio. All…read morethe teachers are experienced and certified and have a welcoming demeanor to them. I hadn't been to an Iyengar yoga class for 25 years and was pleasantly surprised to see it offered in the classes. The monthly sound bath class is quite a treat and the yin class is a must-do. This is such a wonderful studio and all seem welcome.

I went to a discussion with the Tibetan Monks last night at the Rime Buddhist Center…read more First of all street parking. I can't stand street parking but I arrived early enough to avoid parallel parking of any kind.There is a residential street to the side and again, get there early enough. From the time I bought an ancient Buddhist text from a bookstore when I was 24, to now, I've read several of the Buddhist studies and meditate daily. I had an idea what I was walking into..as I've visited the other Buddhist temple near the Plaza, It didn't resonate with me. I've attended conferences or other events. Enter the monk event. I had to go, I couldn't miss it. I thought Rime was in Westport, it's not. It's right off of I-70 and I-35.That's a plus/plus cause of the ease of getting there from my house. There were several things going on, and lucky for me, I got there early to be introduced to the monk who was teaching the class. I found a comfortable group of people who were kind, welcoming and wonderfully grounded. They were alot like me. (yes, sometimes I'm grounded as well). The room I was in is beautiful. There are pillows for floor postures but also chairs. The alter is stunning. There's rooms upstairs which I didn't visit. They have classes throughout the week, a retreat coming up and a weekly Sunday service. On Tuesday night, they have a half hour service. They have meditation classes also. With all their events and classes, I'm excited to discover a place such as Rime.

A great community. If you're interested in Buddhism you should go. I believe in the dream. We're…read moretrying to build a new temple in Kansas City.

A very warm and welcoming space. Everyone was so kind to me, and the meditation I attended in the…read moreevening was delightful.

I've been coming here for a few years. The services are fantastic, very relaxing. Victor and crew…read moredo a great job of making people feel welcomed. I really just go for the 20 minutes of Guided meditation. But there is so much still to learn with their dharma talk. Most of what they talk about can be applied in every day living. If you were the least bit curious about Buddhism this is a good place to start because they blend Western psychology with eastern philosophy

Seeking Solace is the best yoga studio I have found in Kansas City, or maybe anywhere, actually…read more The main instructor, Colleen, is also its owner and founder. She is remarkable, and her teaching has benefitted me tremendously. I am sleeping better and have more energy, strength, and flexibility. When I arrived, my yoga experience was quite basic. I had very little flexibility. She is a patient teacher, and she guided me and the other students through the challenges of certain postures. My practice improved greatly thanks to her. She is very observant, and also extremely intuitive. She offers modified poses for newbies like me, or advanced variations, for those who have a stronger practice. The practice has a spiritual side, too, and Colleen is an excellent guide here, also. While calling the poses by their Sanskrit names, she offers a focus on the breath, encouraging students to get out of their heads when they practice. Classes end on the chant of Om (peace), and in poses, sometimes mantras are given, such as "I am peace." Another favorite of mine is the So Hum meditation. I love the spiritual side, and I feel that students who don't get this are really missing something key. The setting at Seeking Solace is so wonderful, too, and the first thing you notice when entering the studio is what a special place it is. People have posted photos, but they don't do justice to the place. It is at once grounding and energizing, clean and harmonious. You feel good when you enter, and it also feels like a sacred space, a safe haven away from the hustle and bustle of the world. The room offers a view of a peaceful rock garden where there are flowers, and when I was there, in the Fall, a couple of pumpkins. Colleen's knowledge extends also to nutrition and anatomy. During class, as poses are being done, she offers information about the way the joints, muscles, and ligaments all come together. She also points out when doing certain poses can help in our daily lives, and can even help people to avoid surgeries later. In contrast, I had previously practiced at studios with rooms heated to 95 degrees, where it was all about how much you can sweat and how to show off your moves. Here, it's quite the opposite. Seeking Solace is about finding lasting benefit, with a top-notch teacher, in a friendly group of yogis. I highly recommend Seeking Solace.

Colleen is an excellent instructor! I have attended both in-person and by Zoom. The classes are a…read moregentle mix of yoga and pilates, which is good for me as a 72 year old in reasonably good shape. Colleen is very thorough in instructing and uses lots of imagery ("imagine your spine is a string of pearls") which helps foster the learning to know one's body. In the studio she is very attentive to each student and watches to assist poses. The space is warm, clean, visually appealing, and orderly. The classes I attend are restorative, I would say, where some props are used. This is not the tpe of class where more time is spent arranging than actually engaging your body.. She also instructs in how to modify a pose or movement and givers space to do that depending on your needs. What has been helpful for me personally is stretching of muscle groups, and the attention paid to moving hip and shoulder joints which are often problem areas for seniors. Yesterday's session involved legs and hips--"drawing circles on the ceiling", doing bridges, and more than I can't recall right now. We also take time to shake out muscles after movement. Within 12 hours I had some relief of pain, which says a lot about the benefits of this work.

Patrick Miller with Amazing Hands Massage Therapy. "The best massage I've ever had!". So…read morerelaxing. This is what I say, every time I see him. Try him out, you will be glad!!

Everything about the Yoga Patch is amazing to me. I started coming for the sauna and float options…read more Then taking classes and shopping the collection of amazing items available. Finally taking my journey into yoga teacher training and community building in the cafe. If you want to grow from half alive to fully alive this is the place to do it.

It was an amazing peaceful place to reconnect with myself, nature and others! Tom and Beth were…read morevery welcoming. Food was delicious and it was made and serve with so much love and positive vibes by these two amazing ladies!!! Exceptional experience!!!

A perfect place to rest, renew, seek personal life answers in a safe welcoming environment. The…read morefacility is beautiful and immaculate. The hosts and staff are warm and welcoming. The chef prepared meals are organic, gluten free and delicious.

Highly recommend! If you are looking for support on any healing journey, Liz is a wonderful…read morepartner. She listens deeply and uses her intuition to guide her clients with grace and compassion to understand what is happening and how it fits into a personal journey of healing and wellness. Her commitment to truth and love are palpable. She empowers her clients to move forward with faith and peace. Her loving presence leave you feeling seen and held.

When I met Liz I was practicing the spiritual path of a yoga lineage, and I engaged in Buddhist…read morepractice with her. Liz led a medicine ceremony and I received a baptism from her in 2020. I had some reservation to Christianity due to what I experienced growing up. What changed my life was a direct experience with Jesus during a recent health scare in the hospital. I am now baptized and confirmed in the Catholic church, and devoted to my personal path. My work has evolved and I moved to a new area; my life is growing for the good. No matter where you are in life and what you believe, Liz can give you true spiritual direction. Thank you Liz. You are such a blessing to this world.