Simona's 121 sessions are both therapeutic and motivating. Simona is an insightful and intuitive…read morehealer who knows exactly how to best aid you to recovery and well-being: both physically and mentally. Sessions (especially the breathwork) are very unique and easy to do.

Simone Moir runs yoga classes for small groups and offers 1 to 1 sessions as well. I've done both…read moreand both were excellent. The classes are interesting and varied, and your muscles let you know about it the next day! The 1 on 1 classes really helped with a persistent back problem. The exercises I took away with me were simple to do at home every day and have kept the problem at bay. Good value.

I use to do yoga many years ago and now, have restarted again, going for classes twice a week…read moreregularly, for hot yoga and Hatha vinyasa. Before yoga, I could feel my body weakening and becoming lazier by the day. I'm glad that I decided to sign up for classes again and have someone like Pol as my instructor! He's very attentive to all of his students, even if there are many of us in one session. He pushes us to try and go beyond our limits ("through pain and suffering, always smile!" as he says). I also like that the classes are quite intense so not only do you train your flexibility, but you also push your cardio and work the strength of muscles that you didn't know existed. My weaker parts of the body, the core (stomach and back) have improved so much in terms of strength, and my upper body (lungs, arms and shoulders) have also shown very positive changes! After 3 continuous months of practice, I can easily do the head stand and am in the process of getting the hand stand and the crow pose (which are not easy to do, I kid you not). I've also improved on my breathing (expansion of lung capacity) and overall focus technique (through meditation practices with Pol). If ever anyone wants to keep fit and try to challenge their body beyond its limits, I highly HIGHLY recommend yoga, and to be a student under an instructor like Pol would be a gift!

I was in town visiting, taking art classes at GSA. Wanted a classic yoga studio that would equal…read morewhat I am used to in NYC, where I have practiced for 18 plus years. I was very pleased with this yelp #1 top reviewed spot. And it was very close to where I was staying. I was fortunate to be taught by Russell. He studied in Mysore, India and had a very graceful and informative teaching style. Also his Scottish accent added a nice touch to taking class. I heard from other folks there that Pol is also amazing. And the fellow practitioners all seemed very dedicated and at various levels.! The studio had a very nice selection of classes throughout the week. For beginners and even hot yoga enthusiasts. They even have classes designed for pregnant women. Brilliant!

I work as an Osteopath, and I reccomend Yoga to some of my patients…read more Anthea is a wonderful Yoga Teacher. The centre that she runs is lovely, it has al the kit that you need to do a Yoga Class - Mats, Blocks etc. The Yoga Teachers, who's classes I have attended, are all very kind people, observant to students needs/weaknesses and there for you. If you want to go to a first class Yoga studo, I'd go there.

I've never tried yoga before, so I have nothing to compare Yoga Healing Glasgow to, but as a first…read moretime experience, it was perfect! I decided, along with a couple of friends, to sign up for their 6 week beginners course, which came in at £48, which I thought was pretty darn reasonable! We turned up and were quickly shown where the mats and blocks were, got set up on the floor and got our payment and paperwork sorted. Anthea, the instructor, was friendly and made sure everyone was ready before moving on to the next posture or movement. We started with learning the basic yoga techniques, learning to open up our chests and really allow our bodies to relax. Once we'd got this down, we started moving into some of the more straightforward postures, helping us to stretch and open up our bodies. What we did in our first class was really easing us into it slowly, but that was great for a complete novice like myself, and Anthea talked us through every breathing technique, every movement and posture, as well as why we were doing it. My tummy muscles are a teensy bit sore this morning, but after the class I felt so calm and relaxed! I can't wait for next week and would definitely recommend the course for any novices looking to step into the world of yoga!

This is one of these new age, feel good centres which is far away from the world of treadmills and…read moresweaty, grunting men. It's official title is 'Wellness Centre' which doesn't scare me at all, not like the words 'spin class' scare me anyway. The centre offers yoga and Reiki classes, including shiatsu. I have never tried any of these, so this was really enticing and new. Reiki is a hands on therapy, which focuses on the healing of the energy sources on the body, promoting a mental and spiritual healing. Which all sounds lovely, but I'm not convinced. It costs £30 per hour, so it ain't the cheapest either. For something a bit more sporty, Funtastica run Zumba classes; a dance class with a latin twist, which lasts an hour and only costs £4. A few of my pals are regulars and absolutely love it! Yoga is another speciality, with Ashtanga Yoga (synchronising the breath with posture) and Dru Yoga (gentle stretches and breath awareness) Both of these are suitable for all fitness levels. Something different especially if you are allergic to the treadmill like me!

24 hours extremely helpful staff day pass would highly recommend 10/10 reminders me of my home gym…read moreeverything you need to get a great workout in

I have an arch enemy. A sworn nemesis. A Moriarty to my Holmes. A bad to my good. An X Factor to my…read morereal music. A Simon Cowell to my... eh... humanity. This evil being? Ma belly. I hate it. He (i shall call him he) sits there all day just quietly reminding me about the beer and pizza ans chips and whisky and chocolate and crisps and juice I've guzzled down. Perhaps you say, perhaps the ire of my anger should be towards the afore mentioned beer and what not and not the innocent outcome of my gluttonous actions? Perhaps, I say, perhaps you should shut the shut up! Anyway. Rightly or wrongly, i hate this wee dude and have finally decided to terminate his existence. But how? Well, since i'm writing a review about a gym, you may dear reader, assume that i'll be saying bye bye belly with the aid of exercise. You would be right. This i cannot argue against. So with a heavy belly and a heavy heart I joined the Pure Gym due to utter convenience (i work nearby) and the 'oooooh, that's cool and allows me to opt out if/when I cannie be arsed anymore' single month contract system. Nae year contract for this lasy barsteward! So, the beef burning beef? Well, as gyms go it seems to have all the gear you'd need to shed those extra pounds and tone up whatever's left over. I've just recently become a convert to running, so the appeal of these and a wee shower afterwards is pretty much all I'm after just now. Equipment wise, it seems to have all the mod cons. Runny things. Rowy things. Bikey things. Weight lifty things and what have you. It's clean (although the shower did smell a wee bit stinky), fresh, well lit and fairly welcoming even if the entry system does feel a wee bit like you're entering the safe zone in some sort of post apocalyptic zombie flick. Apparently the joint can be pretty busy at times, but today I popped in at around 2ish and it was fairly quiet. It'll do for noo. Classes and what not, other words, amenities, assistance and other relevant words. Yeah.

I really do like Esporta, although I am a bit of a sporadic user of my membership I do enjoy coming…read morehere for a real long work out when time permits. The leisure centre has fantastic facilities, with gym, kids classes, creche, beauty salon, brasserie, sauna, steam room, pool, and tennis courts (trademark of Esporta). I especially like the pool at Esporta because when it hits around 6 o'clock they turn the night lighting on in the pool which is ever so relaxing and calming to float round. The personal trainers/staff are always very helpful when you are interested in an exercise for this part of your back or something to do when your shins are sore, etc. I have always had sound advise from the staff at Esporta, they are great. Even the reception staff and the cleaners are always so friendly and remember your previous conversations which is nice.

Esporta Milngavie is a great family friendly gym based in the outskirts of Glasgow. With vast…read moreindoor and outdoor facilities - there is just about something for everyone (including lazy exercise-shy people like me). The car park is large and easily accessible, and I've never had any trouble getting a space. This is great, because going to the gym is stressful enough without fighting in the carpark! As well as the sports facilities, Esporta Milngavie boasts a beauty salon, a sports equipment shop and a restaurant. The food is good, hot and filling - if not gourmet. There's also a cafe with a Costa coffee concession. I haven't been that impressed with the quality of the service in the cafe, if I'm completely honest, but there's absolutely nothing wrong with their coffee! Esporta Milngavie also has conference, meeting and function rooms for hire. (Most of which come complete with bar!) It is in this capacity that Esporta Milngavie plays host to Milngavie's 4Networking group every other week.

I heard about this from the lovely Lucy B and decided to give it a go for myself. Their website has…read moreall the information you need to know and I found getting in touch with the guy who runs it (Graham) really easy as he replied to my emails quickly. I went along to the Monday night Bellahouston session and wasn't sure what to expect. I was giving it a go as part of their one week free trial but it is normally £7 per class if you pay as you go, or you can buy 10 sessions or even a monthly membership which works out really cheap. Graham was really friendly and helpful with any questions and got me to fill out a quick health form. I was with a few friends and he dished out bibs for everyone to wear - possibly a little embarrassing at first but everyone wears them and you'll quickly forget. This is because the classes are split into colour coded sections for your level of fitness so you'll always be with people who are at a similar level to you which is great. We did a warm up and then got stuck into the exercise. Graham had the manner of someone who was supportive and encouraging without being a shouty, aggressive person which is my style of exercise. I found everything we did was a challenge and I liked working in pairs. Everyone there was very friendly and I thought it was a pretty supportive environment. The class went by super quick and I really liked it. My only reason for not signing up for the monthly membership is that it's outside - I know myself and I know I would use bad weather as a reason not to go. But I'm definitely putting this on my list to do list once we hit spring next year!

Four years on from my first review, and I'm still going to Outside Fitness, and I'm still…read moreabsolutely loving it. I think you'd be hard pressed to find many exercise classes that can hold people's interest and motivation for that length of time - certainly I've never persevered with anything else for as long as this. I think I must have been going since about 2008 or thereabouts - 8 years and counting! One conclusion I could make from that is that Outside Fitness becomes a way of life. I really miss it if I can't attend for any reason, and I'm generally there twice a week through all seasons and all weathers. I would go more often if I could. The classes are Mon and Weds at Bellahouston Park, Tues and Thurs at Kelvingrove Art Galleries, and Saturday at Queen's Park. The classes can be tough, but I always enjoy them, and you know you're in safe hands. Graham and Mark (the trainers who take the classes) are lovely guys, and real experts about fitness and exercise. Graham is a personal trainer as well, and health and fitness is his life - he knows everything! I've had real ups and downs with my health over the years, and Graham has always made sure that he's giving me the correct sort of exercises despite various challenges. He's great with nutrition too, and his advice has been fantastic, and very much appreciated. I also think that one of the things that keeps us all going back is the people. It's not cliquey at all, everyone is welcome, and while this sounds like a cliche, it really is like a wee happy gang of pals encouraging each other. Through the trials and tribulations of rainy nights when you'd rather be cosied up the house, balmy summer nights when you'd rather be chilling out in the pub, weights, kettlebells, boxing, and whatever else gets thrown at us, we grin and bear it, and we keep coming back. I love Outside Fitness. I wouldn't be without it.

I'm trying to tackle my complete lack of motivation for exercising so I thought I'd check out this…read moregym as recommended by Amanda R. I got a 24 hour pass online for £5 to go for a look around and a go of the machines as well. The gym is easy to get to on Cathcart Road and has it's own private car park. We visited at a peak time and there was loads of spots so that's always good to know. To enter you need a pin number and then you stand in a very futuristic pod thing to be let in. You can sign up in the front area as well, in case you aren't already a member. There are lockers in the main area which means they are inside the secure doors, and visible to the whole gym. This was one of my worries about going to a 24 hour gym as I've heard horror stories about people's stuff being stolen - this seems like it might not be an issue here as you'd have to be pretty brazen to steal someone's stuff right in front of everyone. The machines are laid out in one main area which is huge - there is rows and rows of treadmills, cross trainers, bikes, rowing machines as well as a free weight area and machines. Then there's a proper weightlifting room if you're into lifting the heavy stuff. All the equipment I want to use is here, and they also have free classes (as well as some paid ones). There was a good mix of people and by that I mean it wasn't a total gym-wank gym so most people should feel quite comfortable here. The music was bad, but when is gym music good? Bring your own headphones and you'll be fine. I would have ranked this place a 4 star quite happily, but I needed some help from the staff when getting my padlock set up. She was so super helpful and nice about my extreme stupidity that it gets bumped up to a 5 star.

A month or so in, and I'm really impressed with this gym. For less than half the price of what I…read morewas paying before I get loads in the way of cardio stuff, loads of resistance machines and a good sized space for doing body weight stuff. There's also a really big free weights section, but I haven't used that yet. The facilities are really good: nice and bright with a good changing area, loads of lockers, and good quality equipment that hasn't been battered about yet. I've not dealt with the staff yet, but they all look really friendly. There are personal trainers there, and the details are on the wall, but it would be great if there were prices up there as well. It's probably on the website, but something at the gym would be great. All in, this is a brilliant deal. For the price, you get membership for here and the one in the city centre, which is an absolute bargain. If you're looking for a new gym definitely give it a go.