I took the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course at Pause Mediation.The studio itself is…read morebeautiful. In an old Portland brick building with amazing timber pillars and rafters. There are tall windows that let in a lot of natural light. I especially enjoyed getting there during dusk, when the crows outside were flying around discussing where the best place to roost for the night would be. Ryan Kenny is a compassionate, funny, and understanding instructor. It was suggested by my therapist to find this specific 8-week course. A friend of mine had been going to Pause Mediation classes for awhile, and had invited me several times, but I hadn't yet taken her up on her offer. The class is not easy, but it builds each week on practices. There are simple phrases and ideas that I remember that are very helpful in stressful situations. Being in the world today with the COVID-19 pandemic, there is so much to brood and worry about. Instead of obsessively reading the news and stewing in "what ifs?", I focus on what is right now. Right now my family (including my old parents) are healthy. I talk everyday to my brother and sister. I'm writing letters to other family members and friends. It has been a time for me to have the opportunity to slow down and that has helped with my practice. I am grateful for Ryan and his patient encouragement. If you are not ready to take the 8-week course, Pause Meditation offers many helpful classes, I've especially enjoyed the sound meditations and the aromatherapy.

Ryan and Raina really have it dialed in at Pause meditation. It's a beautiful space in downtown,…read moreeasy to get to, with a great vibe. They have a lot of meditation classes throughout the week that you can attend, even Saturday mornings. And they're also, from I hear, rolling out some corporate offerings, in line with corporate wellness. Ryan is even a local celebrity featured on the morning news in Portland. Not only is Ryan gifted at what he does and not only does he know how to cultivate community and make people feel welcome and connected, he is also deeply passionate about meditation and cultivating mindfulness. He lives and breathes what he teaches, walking his talk. Highly recommend Pause Meditation. You can't find a better meditation instructor in Portland!

Ryan is amazing. I am recommending him to everyone that I know now, and have only had two sessions…read morewith him. If you are on the fence, I suggest just booking a session to see how impactful your time with him can be. You absolutely won't regret it.

I unfortunately have not had the pleasure of time with this gifted young man . However , my family…read morehas and the growth has been incredible.

I am not a person who is into "woo," so I was surprised when I found myself curious about TM. But…read moreafter reading the studies showing what a profound impact it has on people, I decided to invest in learning. I appreciated that the TM Foundation now does sliding scale payment plans, so I could finally afford it. I went to an information session and decided to take the plunge. I am so glad I did. The steep payment covers one-on-one instruction, four days of in-person group coaching, and unlimited lifetime support wherever you are on the globe. The practice of TM itself is ridiculously easy-- I was able to do it the first time, and every time since. After literally thousands of years and millions of practitioners, the way it is taught and practiced is simply the way that has worked throughout the millennia. My kids have noticed such a remarkable shift in my own sense of calm and focus that they've been asking if they can learn how to meditate too. Every part of my life has been better as a result of TM, and I truly appreciate Renee and Michael's commitment to patiently walking us through the learning process. Both of them have taught hundreds of people how to utilize TM in their lives, and it shows. I would recommend TM and the Portland Transcendental Meditation Center to anyone who is curious and open to a new way of moving through their life!

Transcendental Meditation IS the most effective meditation, as proven by numerous scientific and…read moremedical studies. The reason it's so protected is to ensure the purity of the teaching - to make sure it's taught properly. As someone who's been practicing TM for almost 6 years now, I can say that it's the most valuable thing I've ever learned. It's by far the easiest and most effective meditation I've tried. Also, I've never been a part of the "cult." I just learned the meditation and went on about my life.

I've had a tremendous session with April. Reiki was good but I've had great reiki before. What was…read morereally a game changer for me though was the spirit messages that April delivered to me. I don't normally go seeking any kind of psychic advice, I rely on my own intuition for that. But man, what an amazing match! April's messages managed to bring up so many powerful messages for me regarding ancestors and some of the karmas living through me. I also was dealing with some pretty heavy energies and April handled it like a champ. I'm not easy to impress when it comes to this type of work and I've seen so many various people -- April has something really, really special, the spirit messages in particular. I'm not easy to impress, but, wow, expectations were exceeded -- and then some! She is a kind accepting person, it felt safe to share and the messages delivered were tremendously accurate, helpful and set me on a faster trajectory down (or up) the exciting journey of my life. Thank you, dear April! God bless. With much gratitude.

I immediately felt a sense of warmth and release upon stepping into this space. This really is…read moreindicative of April's intuitive nature. I came in and had a really open conversation with April before our reiki session started. I felt as if I was talking to someone I knew for years. She speaks without judgement and genuinely is there to learn more about you in a way that allows you to feel safe and open. After our reiki session, I was blown away. In just one session, she provided me with wisdom and clarity over some internal turmoils that have been stewing for some time. She patiently took all the time I needed to go through what she experienced and how this resonated with me. I encourage everyone to try at least one session! Go with an open mind and open heart, you will not be disappointed by the incredible insights April beautifully unfolds!

BUTI yoga has definitely been my favorite classpass find, and this studio does an amazing job!! The…read morelocation is easy to get to, the studio is intimate and beautiful, and the BUTI instructor is incredible! It is such a loving, inclusive, inspirational atmosphere. I've never sweat so much and felt so good about myself than after one of these classes. It is the perfect way to start a Saturday.

Phenomenal studio with a top notch group of instructors with varying types of multi-week courses…read moreand daily lessons. The studio is great and each class is well worth the time and cost.

I love, love this place. It's a quaint little churchey style templeThis is the best meditation…read moreplace. I just wish they had more evening meditations. the morning meditations start at 7am and that is just brutal, especially since it takes me a half hour to get there. Oh well, someday, maybe I will be able to make it. Otherwise, they have only 2 weeknight meditations. If you don't know about Trungpa Rinpoche check him out. He's one of my very favorites buddhists and his son, I believe, started the Shambala Centers. It could have been Trungpa, I'm really not certain. There's a great movie on Netflix about his life called, Crazy Wisdom. I have a hard time meditating at home, but the shambala center is so calm and peaceful, it's really easy to just sink down into a butt pillow and relax fully for an hour. It is free, by donation, or one can become a member.

From the owner: The Shambhala Meditation Center of Portland is part of the global community of Shambhala. Mediation…read moreprovides benefits to our sense of wellbeing, engagement with our minds, relationships, our society, nature and our world. Our vision is to create a culture of kindness and care, where our community connections support our spiritual path. Our programs, groups and community gatherings offer a way to study and practice teachings from the Shambhala Buddhist tradition. Please join us in this journey!

I can only speak highly of Laura Martin and the mindfulness classes she leads. I took the…read moreMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) class a few years ago, and I am not exaggerating when I saw it is one of the best things I have ever done - for myself and for my family. I had always assumed that I just didn't get meditation/mindfulness, and it wouldn't work for me anyway. Laura is kind and patient, and when anyone expressed doubt that the practices we were doing would help, or that they were boring/annoying, Laura just asked us to get back to her at the end of the 8 weeks. Sure enough, by then I was seeing the benefits of the MBSR practices and classes. Laura is a very knowledgeable teacher, and always speaks (and listens) with compassion and kindness. Laura maintains communication with former students, and offers continuing support for our mindfulness practices. I highly recommend MBSR, Laura Martin, and River Rock Mindfulness to anyone looking for more balance in life.

From the owner: River Rock Mindfulness offers classes and individual training in mindfulness and meditation…read more Corporate and professional group trainings are also available. Laura Martin is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience in the field of mental health. She is also a dedicated practitioner of Zen Buddhism, and practices what she teaches. A cornerstone offering is the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) class, an evidence-based 8-week class with 30 years of scientific research. River Rock Mindfulness also offers introductory classes on mindfulness, self-compassion, and other ways to make mindful awareness a way of life.

I've been a student of Kawena's for about 1.5 years now. I've taken intuitive meditation, energetic…read morehealing, and am now in the clairvoyant program. This has been life changing! I've always been highly sensitive to other people's energy. Through this work, I've gained a lot of clarity on what's happening energetically (it's like a language!). You also learn a lot about karma. Overall I feel a lot more confident when it comes to taking care of energetic space and trust in my intuition is much stronger. Thank you Kawena!!

I've taken several classes with Kawena at the Intuitive Path Academy and I loved allll of them. I…read morefeel so wonderful working with Kawena and just learning about energy and how to change my life for the better. She's an incredible psychic and has helped me immensely. Highly, highly, highly recommend.

This low-key but very powerful ongoing meditation class intersperses teaching with short periods of…read moreintense practice. I have found this to be a very effective way to achieve deep concentration and relaxation, as well as understanding of the path at a level I have not experienced before. Jacqueline Mandell is a vastly experienced teacher in Vajrayana, Mahayana, and Theravada practice, and translates that experience into a teaching style that is warm and accessible. I cannot recommend this group highly enough.

From the owner: An enjoyable, weekly meditation class designed for all levels; first timers welcome! Classes…read moreconsist of guided, step-by-step meditation instructions with time for questions and answers. Taught by, Jacqueline Mandell, who brings over 40 years of experience teaching Buddhist Meditation around the world. This class aims to help students cultivate a more balanced life, one based in mindfulness and awareness. Jacqueline takes students through a variety of meditation methods so that each student can find a way to integrate awareness into their daily lives. Each class is unique and may be attended weekly as a series or individually.

Great music, super fun! Thought I was going to die the entire time! Definitely a workout that will…read morekick your ass

I tried their free class and was honestly impressed with their customer service. Everyone was super…read morefriendly, they even wrote our names down on lockers with friendly notes which I thought was above and beyond. If you are into spin or want to give it a try, I think this is a great place to go.