I love how safe and welcome I feel at this studio. I am new to yoga and I appreciate the options…read morethat are given for each pose so I don't feel left out as a beginner. They have plenty of supplies if you don't know what to bring and offer a variety of classes depending on your level. I have left every class feeling relaxed, challenged, and supported. I'm also grateful that they offer an intro pass to let you try before committing to a membership. Would recommend to anybody looking for a yoga studio to call home!

I've been taking Paul Sobin's Continuing Basics series for about 6 months, and this review is…read morepurely about this series. I'm very new to yoga. There are free classes at my school, but I feel like you need a certain level of understanding of the poses before going to those classes. I'm the kind of person that would feel VERY uncomfortable mimicking the poses in class without learning the ABCs first, just for the sake of feeling sore afterwards. I'm also uncomfortable when the teachers talk way too much about their spiritual journey. I respect other people's spirituality, but when it's hovering over the ENTIRE CLASS, it can be very distracting. Paul Sobin solves both of my problem. In the class we would move from pose to pose, but he'd always mention the mistakes easily made. So when I'm doing the pose, even when he's not nearby to correct me, I could still keep in mind what to avoid. He offers a sweet mix of the physical and spiritual practice. For example when we start the slow breathing at the beginning of class, he'd mention how life is always busy and stressful, and it's good to take just a couple minutes to breathe slow and deep to give yourself a bit peace of mind. I really appreciate this. The series are pretty flexible - if you can't make it to the class you signed up for, you can do a make-up with any other series class Paul/ Sommer teach. Whatever leftover classes you haven't used in this series can be carried over to the next one. Students get a discount, which comes to $10 per class. This is quite an investment compared to the free gym, but I'd be happy to skip a weekend drink for this. People seem very nice, chill, and friendly as well. They also offer a week of classes free before the start of the series. The only con I can think of so far: The class can be crowded, to the point that the distance between you and the next mat is half a mat's width. Come 10 mins early to secure a good spot.

Cute and serene yoga studio on ninth street. Stopped in with my roommate one afternoon for a yin…read moreflow and it was lovely. If you're looking for a welcoming and relaxing yoga studio in Durham, look no further than here. They offer a variety of yoga classes to suit all levels and preferences. The instructors are knowledgeable and attentive, and they create a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere that makes everyone feel welcome. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, you'll find a class that's perfect for you at Yoga Off East. The space itself is beautiful and peaceful. The studio provides all the necessary props, including mats, blankets, blocks, and straps, so you don't have to worry about bringing your own equipment.

Just finished my first class at this studio, and was very impressed. At first I was nervous about…read morethe small size but as others have said, made it feel more personal and the class was so well run. The pace was perfect for a Saturday morning yoga to release the stress of the week. The gentle flow, peaceful music, and supportive instruction was exactly what I needed. I will be back as often as I can manage!!

Yes yes yes yesssss!!! This place. It has been such a healing and restorative place for me…read more I don't live very close to FSYC but the 30 days for $30 drew me in. I thought "why not?" especially when most yoga drop in classes are $15+ I ended up going to class nearly everyday while I had this newcomers deal and of course it got me hooked! Started off with the mellow beginners classes and slowly integrated into the vigorous class. Mellow class: very beginner friendly and typically has around 5-15 people attending. Expect slowly, restoring poses. They do have mats that you can use: Vigorous classes: hotter and sweaty! Hard but don't let it be a reason you don't go. It's challenging but a good, healthy challenge. I'm no yogi not even close but I do enjoy these classes :) All of the teachers are very kind and knowledgeable. Can't say enough about this lovely studio. I would recommend it to anyone!

So this is a review for the new teacher classes specifically and needs to be noted (but also seems…read morelike what some others have experienced before too with other classes) Lori made sure I knew where to park and was really helpful. I really hate that you have to pay for parking on days outside of Sunday and therefore, I probably won't go to the studio during a weekday or Saturday for that reason. I understand that Franklin Street is pretty busy, and it's not really their fault but it's just a financial inconvenience. I really wish that the instructor would've been doing the movements with us. It seems like others have taken classes, and the instructor doesn't necessarily participate. I feel like this helps with pacing and understanding when holding a pose is on the brink of being too long (maybe I'm just not as used to holding warrior 1&2 for so long in any classes I've taken but my quads were about to give out. If they aren't doing the pose with us, I don't know if they can tell when a pose is too long. The studio itself was very cute and very clean and well organized with a ton of supplies available for students. I really love their choice of music which was very calming and wasn't anything crazy. I love at the end of class they give you a little eye mask and by the time we went into meditation at the end, I completely forgot where I was and was zoned out, which was awesome. I'll be interested to see how other teachers do later on and how their pacing is. I also completely forgot my mat at home and was very thankful when they offered me a borrowed one!!

I have been to many yoga studios, and Joie's studio is the most welcoming by far. I've gone…read moreintermittently to classes for over 4 years. Classes are 1.5 hours and offered on Wednesday evenings (5:30-7) and Saturday mornings (8:30-10). Typically there are 4-7 students in on Wednesday evenings (can't report on Sat morning numbers), which allow for students to get to know each other. Joie has mats and towels to borrow if needed. Most importantly, classes are tailored to the students' needs and often Joie takes votes from the class on certain poses to focus on. Joie provides gentle instructions and has allowed me to improve my yoga practice immensely. If you're new to yoga or want to return to your practice, Hatha House comes highly recommended from me!

I was hesitant about doing another yoga class. It had been 2-3 years since my first yoga class and…read moreI wasn't impressed. But Josephine The instructor made it relaxing and personable. She made the experience amazing. Thank you.

My favorite yoga studio in the triangle! I was nervous to try hot yoga at first, but the staff and…read moreenvironment were so welcoming. Classes are warm & heated but not too hot. Definitely work up a sweat! Grateful that there are props for use and mats to rent before I got my own. Always a balanced flow with lots of options and accommodations.

Since Nov., 2011, I have attended Betsy Templeton's yoga class at the Wholistic Health Studio…read more Previously, I was a yoga student at a local women's club for about 8 years in an excellent experience that established much of my knowledge about proper execution of yoga postures. After the club closed, a few years passed wherein I intermittently (for various reasons mostly due to my too busy schedule) participated at several good studios, and irregularly practiced yoga on my own, until I heard about the class at WHS. Betsy's class has been wonderful. She is knowledgeable about body mechanics and is an expert at making certain that each person in the class is doing the poses, breathing, etc. correctly at each stage of the session. She "pushes you hard" to NOT push beyond your capacity or your level of ability in a way that avoids injury and overstretching. This part of her practice is an important asset that is often underemphasized in yoga. My only complaint in this aspect of this class is that occasionally, the class has been too cautious about adding skill that would stretch you farther because some in the class are "not there yet", but in opposition to this complaint, Betsy encourages and gives each individual instruction and space to move farther, as you need and desire, beyond the demand of each posture. Additionally, Betsy's instruction in how to execute various poses has been beyond any I have had in other classes. She excels in her knowledge of proper form and in teaching that aspect. Perhaps my favorite aspect of her class is her emphasis on the meditative attitude she encourages you to employ as you undertake your practice and to carry out beyond the class space into your regular life. Speaking of space, the class space at the WHS is beautiful and extremely conducive to the meditative qualities hoped for in a yoga practice.

I love this place. A friend recommended it to me when after several months of constant lower back…read morepain I was having difficulty maintaining my life style. After a couple visits with Stewart I was virtually pain free. After just a couple sessions with staff learning to stretch properly I was in great shape and pain free. I was amazed. Since then I am able to work and zumba 4 classes a week, garden ,run. After injuring my shoulder Stewart and Melanie helped me rehab and strenghthen my upper body. Most recently I trained with Melanie to do a 5 k mud run and obstacle course for the second year. I was stronger and better by 7 minutes. Stewart and Melanie are totally my heros!!!

The studio is small, but has everything: Reformers, Cadillacs, barrels, chairs, Redcord, mat…read moreclasses... NC Pilates is very well kept and welcoming. A fun, diverse group of clients and teachers. Very focused on safety, proper positioning and getting the most out of your time there. I've done private sessions, but now do semi-private classes at $25/each. A HUGE bargain for the attention I'm given! I especially love Amy's work outs... cardio and strengthening... all pilates.... and they are fun!! (btw they have 2 Amys... the owner - who also has great classes, but I mainly workout with the other Amy who does private sessions and semi-privates Mondays around noon). I haven't seen any teachers I wouldn't trust and love to work out with here.

This studio is awesome. I try my best to do private lessons twice a week with a goal to strengthen…read morean injury and my core, no matter where I am or how busy I am. The equipment and studio is spotless and comfortable. My trainer is the best and very well educated regarding the body and proper movement. The work out is properly tailored to challenge and strengthen. I love going here and only wish I'd started sooner. Working around my busy schedule has never been a problem. The owner is always present either training or leading a class, she hires the best trained/educated staff. She asked thorough questions to match me to the right trainer. I've never been so happy to exercise or enjoyed it so much. My background includes ballet, gymnastics (floor, balance beam and parallel bars) and tap dance. I've always been active either speed walking or swimming. Working with equipment is new to me and intimidating, no fear here the training is well supervised.

I attended an open house that they hold on Thursdays to help facilitate my meditation practices. I…read morefound the volunteers/staff very helpful and welcoming. I like that they hold meditation sessions a few times a week. ‍