I went to Shivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, recently, for a yoga retreat - I absolutely loved it!…read more The day consisted of a gentle yoga class to recalibrate the body, a hearty vegetarian meal prepared by the yoga center members, a work shop on how to live a yogic lifestyle for stress resilience, and a yoga Nidra session. They also had unlimited tea and fruits for guest consumption. Many of the fruits are actually grown in their garden! Our classes were led by Parvati. She really has a voice of an Angel and led the workshops and classes eloquently. The location has guest parking at the back of the house. The center is well maintained and clean. I will definitely be coming back for another retreat!

I cannot say enough about this weekend retreat. Everyone there is so kind, compassionate and…read moresupportive. The activities were so meaningful and enabled me to completely shift from a stressful state into a place of calm and peace. The food was fantastic. It was a tough adjustment because I'd never chanted or known anything about Hindu traditions, but I quickly adjusted and left feeling like I couldn't wait to return. They're like a welcoming family. Once you visit, you're always welcome. It's a total healing environment.

I found this place on ClassPass and it went really well! The instructor was very welcoming and…read morehelpful and the class space was small and intimate. There were about nine students in the room and it filled the whole space. I really loved how they provided blankets in case people had sensitive knees, and bolsters in case people wanted to use them. I love all of the decor and plants! This is my first time ever going to a yoga class with a sound bath and it was really cool! There is only street parking but I was able to find one spot in the neighborhood close by.

This space is wonderful. All the instructors have been great, they offer classes of varying…read moreintensities (but all are accessible to various level of students) and at multiple times per day, every day, so you can start or end your day with a mindful moving meditation. The vibe is very inclusive and welcoming. You will not be intimidated if you are not super toned and in a fancy yoga outfit (though both those things may happen as a result of showing up to yoga class consistently, haha). I had not practiced yoga in many years, but when I saw that this place had opened near me, I signed up for the two-week trial, really enjoyed it, and immediately continued my unlimited membership. I've been able to attend class consistently 3 to 4 times a week because of the numerous time options available, so I definitely feel like I'm getting great value. After a month and a half I am feeling physically stronger, more mentally focused and emotionally more connected to a community. In this WFH era, I can go days without interacting with anybody else in person, which I didn't even realize the detrimental effects of until I started attending these classes and being around others. The classes usually have around 3 to 8 students so it's fairly intimate and the teachers will usually ask if there are any special requests before starting class. Prices are very reasonable, and even more so if you purchase a class package or unlimited pass. Bonus is that you can use those classes at this location or the Venice location (which has an even more extensive class schedule), whatever fits into your schedule. They also host various events beyond just the yoga classes. I recommend you try the two-week unlimited offer because it's an unbeatable price and you get the chance to try different teachers and styles to see what works well for you. If you don't have your own mat you can also rent one for $2 for the session.

Love this space a lot. Not pretentious at all. The energy is amazing. Love the teachers and hands…read moreon part of it. Neighborhood favorite!

I found this place on ClassPass for the sound bath experience. After exploring more than a handful…read moreof new studios-- this one so far is my favourite on the west side. I was looking to decompress after work and this place really did it for me. I was lucky the sound bath I attended was very small and intimate. Cozy honey rose tea was served after the sound experience and I stuck around for a bit to chat everyone.. they're all so friendly and insightful. Will be back to try out other classes ^_^

Studio Om is really something special in the University Park area! It is also much needed in this…read morearea where the only other nearby yoga option is Cor(porate)ePower. The owners are so nice and friendly. It's not your ordinary yoga studio, as they also offer weekly vegans dinners, talks, and other wellness events. They are clearly dedicated to building a nice community, and the studio is really beautiful as well. They offer student discounts, and the rates are otherwise so reasonable (especially by LA standards). If you live nearby or attend USC, I highly recommend stopping by the space for some yoga and a beautiful community.

Awesome new wellness space / yoga studio that just opened near USC. Really reasonable prices (many…read moreevents are donation-based) and they had a 2 week trial for $25 at the time I wrote this review. They offer yoga classes, sound baths, meditations, monk talks, dinners, paint and sip events, and more. I've only been to two events, but plan on coming back. I like that the owners of this place are focused on wellness and building community as opposed to profit; the place is run by qualified volunteers. The space is very calming and has a really cool disco ball + lighting as well!

This is a lovely studio run by incredibly knowledgeable and kind people. I have attended several of…read moreEmily's classes and always enjoy that I find her flows challenging and her energy warm and calming. Whenever I visit I always notice that the instructors put a lot of effort into fostering relationships with and between their students and I think that's really cool. I see the instructors greeting most of their students by name, checking in after class with their students, excitedly introducing them to each other with thoughtful details. The practice space is bright and open and is fully stocked with immaculate Manduka mats, blocks, straps, bolsters and blankets available for use during classes and of course there are paper towels and mat cleaner on hand for you when you're done. There are also lockers outside the practice space with locks available for free so you can feel secure leaving you shoes, phone and whatever else outside the room while you practice. Aside from their yoga classes I went to one of Hyperslow's other events for the first time recently, the Full Moon Ceremony they had at the beginning of March led by Asher. It was unlike any thing else I had experienced! The breath-work was intense as was the sound experience created by the four Hyperslow instructors venturing in and out of the corners of the room between singing bowls and gongs. The energy in the room was electric, and I walked out feeling refreshed and renewed. I cannot recommend highly enough that you check Hyperslow out as soon as you are able. The founders, Asher and Emily, are two of the nicest people you could meet. They've assembled a group of skilled, caring instructors and fostered a beautiful community of yogis. Go take a class!

One of the most loving, supportive, and open community's you could possibly come across. I began…read moredoing yoga in this special place three and half years ago and have grown so much not only in my yoga practice, but spiritually as well. The mindfulness that is seamlessly weaved into each asana, and the meditation that is honored at the beginning and end of each practice is nothing short of magic. I am lucky to have just started teaching in this beautiful space, but I am still a student more then ever. There is so much to learn from each teacher here, as they all pour their heart and knowledge into sharing this loving ancient practice.

The dome. This place reminds me of serenity and peace. The…read morebeautiful dome inside the center, the vast pillars outside the center is beautiful piece of architecture. The consciousness of the place is so high that it uplifts the energy of person to highest level and one can attain inner peace very quickly. Would definitely recommend it to everyone to attend any of the programs offered by Art of living center at this center

Beautiful Experience! Lighting of lamps & Laxmi Puja. Meditation., Fun goes on... Happy Diwali Day…read moreTo All

I was pretty intimidated by the idea of intermediate yoga since i haven't been keeping myself in…read morethe best shape this past year. My friend had a membership at a fancy studio and told me i should try out the local yoga studio close to her place as they offer free classes. It was a rainy day and we were the only two to come in but I'm so glad my friend pushed me out of my comfort zone. The instructor was a very chill blonde and her husband. They made me feel very comfortable despite my novice skills. She encouraged me to push myself but told me to take my time. I left feeling incredible. I brought another friend, a novice like me the following day for a beginners yoga class! This time we were met by a brunette who was super sweet and very in tune with us. There was another woman who was a regular that joined us. I really enjoyed this session as i told her about trying to focus on breathing and she really helped me think about breathing in my everyday life. Thank you guys for the wonderful experience! There's also a sweet cafe next door for you to enjoy!

Wouldn't recommend this studio to anyone. The studio is…read moreextremely dirty and cluttered. Being a donation based class studio is no excuse. Yoga is yoga whether its free or not. Boxes and boxes in the main studio room.. which some of them contain Doritos and chip bags!! Don't know if those are for sale, but I did see they sell sodas... Then it wouldn't surprise me they also sell those chips. I couldn't believe it! How in the world can a yoga studio even think of selling this to people. The studio only fits around 5-6 students per class, but it could fit 9-10 if they got rid of all the boxes in the back of the main studio floor. Nobody takes their shoes off, everyone walks with them on around the floor where classes are taught. I also saw a lady with her (quite smelly) dog walking around this same floor. I'm not a yoga expert, but i don't think i need to be to see that nothing from this space is actually Yoga. Real shame

The Vibe: Playful. Dreamy. Infrared Galaxy Energy…read more The Class: Infrared Heated Power Yoga 2, Johanna Quintero The yoga room itself: Extremely hot. (My love language. ) Before class began, I settled onto my mat and looked up. Blue star-like lights danced across the ceiling while skylights poured natural light into the room. Music slowly awakened the space. Dreamy. Like practicing yoga inside a tiny galaxy. This Level 2 heated power flow felt like a collection of mini-flows woven together. Fluid. Playful. Exploratory. At one point, we explored Double Toe Hold Pose with the option to widen into straddle until our feet touched (in my case, clunked onto) the floor. The room lightened, and Johanna reminded us that yoga is playful. The Tribe: I'm starting to think yoga studios are modern sanctuaries. I walked in carrying: traffic, stress, and...my psyche after traffic on the LA freeways. ‍ And then for an hour: everyone breathes together, moves together, sweats together, softens together. It's fascinating how naturally connection happens after a yoga class. People gather in hallways and locker rooms talking about: the music, the class, and the fun poses. (This is the magic of yoga!) The Space: Veda literally called me to it. I had originally planned to attend another studio that morning, but after circling endlessly for parking downtown, I surrendered to the yoga gods, opened ClassPass, and saw a 12:30 at Veda. Perfect. Located upstairs among other wellness spaces, the studio immediately felt calming and easy, plenty of parking, and a short walk upstairs. Inside: cubies, locker room, water station, soft welcoming energy. The Place: Free parking lot. Second-floor studio. Beautiful heat. Welcoming energy. Honestly...I never get tired of discovering new studios. Each one feels like another little embodied temple hidden inside the chaos of the city. Seriously. I. LOVE. YOGA. Thank you, Veda!

Johanna's class is always the best. She guides gently and encourages you to challenge yourself…read more Beautiful playlist and lovely studio. Thank you for the wonderful class!