Hidden gem to find peace and stillness. No matter where your path is, you'll find something here…read more Plenty of spots to meditate and reset.

Lots of places to meditate, very peaceful, lots of shade and water fixtures. There are even tables…read moreto sit and have lunch. Very zen.

I started coming to The Sanctuary last month after being away from yoga for almost 8 years. I…read morewanted to get back into yoga and make more time for myself, so I decided to try the $45 two week unlimited membership. It was a great way to explore different classes and find what I enjoy. I've really loved Gentle Yoga, Yin Yang, Slow Flow, Harmony Breath & Sound, and Restorative Yoga. All of the instructors I've taken classes with have been wonderful, especially Sylvia, Sara, Divya, and Natalie. Aysha has also subbed a few classes I've attended and has a very calming voice. I ended up signing up for the monthly unlimited membership after my trial. The pricing is very affordable compared to other studios, and I love the small, intimate atmosphere. The Sanctuary is such a peaceful and welcoming place, and I truly feel like it's a place of healing. Yoga has already made such a positive difference for me mentally and physically, and I'm so glad I found this studio!

I have been curious about Sanctuary Wellness Center & Yoga Studio for a long time now. I was so…read moreexcited to see an opening for Aerial Yoga during a time I was available. I made sure to arrive early... especially when there was this excerpt on the class that says, "Arriving late, even unintentionally can take away from others - their peace, focus, and time". The parking lot was hard to find. I actually had to circle it a few times before finding it, and parking in their back lot. I entered from the back door and made my way through the front to check in with the owner. I checked in early. I signed in. I SIGNED THE WAIVER. The owner was going to give me a studio tour but she kept getting busy with other things. That's fine, not an issue. Their studio space is small. For aerial, there are 9 silks, so 1 for the instructor and 8 for the students. The front left is a bit close to some equipment so the teacher took that spot when it got busy. The spacing is a bit tight, and can cause students to bump into each other if they are not mindful. Also the studio is off a busy street and I can hear the cars driving by, so it could be more relaxing. Come early! Especially with aerial. It is important to adjust the silks where the bottom is at your pelvic height. A lot of the students did not come in until the start of class time, and the instructor still had to lower the silks and then adjust it to their height. OUR CLASS STARTED 10 MINUTES LATE. I don't blame the instructor because they can't turn away their students... but that is 10 minutes wasted from my time even though I was early and prepared. The aerial class itself was a great work out. A bit on the basic end of aerial yoga. I know the instructor mentioned she designs it based on the level of the class and we had some folks who were first timers so the instructor went easy on us. The owner offered to take pictures for us, but she went away. The instructor was nice to take photos too, but her yoga skills are definitely better than her photography skills. In one of the photos where my face and body shaped looked the best, she had her whole thigh in it. Sigh. We were 3 minutes from class ending time and we didn't even get into the silks for a cocoon savasana. At that point I just left cause it didn't seem like we would be doing the savasana or anything. What annoyed me the most ... is receiving a messaging telling me I didn't sign a waiver and that I need to sign one next time. WOW !! I came early... signed the waiver... had my time wasted... and now I get this email telling me I didn't sign the waiver. Before receiving that message I was in the air about coming back. But after seeing that message I was so annoyed. I am not coming back... It would have been more tactful to wait for me to come back and ask me at that time to sign if they misplaced the last one. I work out to relax but this whole experience was so stressful. I shouldn't have my time wasted if THEY are disorganized.

A nice place to learn and practice Buddhism, and a nice place to prepare a great journey.read more

It's really a very unique temple. It's a monastery, a meditation center, a place to go to for pure…read moreBuddhist learning and practice. I'm rating it 5 for the learning experience, the dharma talks the Master gave, the dedication of the fellows there, and the true dharma practice environment that every one can see, feel, supported, and be enlightened.

Thank you Daniel O'Hara, all the members of the Orange County Meditation Group (OCMG) and Unity of…read moreTustin for creating scared space for all on their path of spiritual, physical, emotional and financial healing, growth and abundance. The knowledge and practices shared are priceless. When I was first introduced to the OCMG, I was suffering in pain on many levels, spiritually, physically, emotionally and financially, so much of which I was unaware of. I'm so grateful for all the various meditation theme nights that focus to heal the illusions I created in these different areas of my experience. I'm especially thankful for our Wholly Healing nights. To me, Wholly Healing is like taking an energetic shower/reset. I didn't realize how much of my pain was self-inflicted and how simple it really was and is to let the heaviness pass. However, I am becoming more and more aware of how easy I forget. The OCMG is a wonderful reminder of the truth of who and what I really am. Thank you OCMG for being such a blessing in my life. May you continue to Be Blessed Thanks for reading

I've been coming to this meditation group since December of 2011. I had never before meditated and…read morewas prepared for anything. I expected to sit on the floor and have monks lighting incense but to my shock it was rather normal. The instructor was very friendly and down to earth, we sat in chairs and the meditations were guided. I had no clue what I was doing my first time but by my third week I started to get the hang of it. Meditation was a tremendous experience and allowed me to slow down and be present to life. Prior to meditation, I was emotionally erratic, anxious, stress and prone to being overwhelmed. But meditation gave me the balance that I thought was not possible given my high energy personality. I leave feeling at peace and with a sense of stillness and calmness that I've been searching for nearly all my life. This group is quirky and fun, filled with a refreshing sense of humor and without all the head-in-the-skies hippy types I've encountered elsewhere.

I went here for a sourdough starter making class and it was a lot of fun!…read more There is street parking around and the business is inside a house which is super cute. Inside is very clean and the employees are welcoming. The sourdough class was full and the group of people were so fun. There were snacks and drinks for the class and we were able to take home our starter, flour and a spatula. The teacher was great and she had some items to sell after class that she sells at the farmers market. I wish they would have told us about the wellness center service or have a class discount but it was not brought up once. Overall, I recommend the sourdough classes!

I really liked the massage and facial offered here. However promotions and deals aren't honored. My…read moreappointment was approved for a Black Friday special (I read that this was for all treatments) and I was never told that it wouldn't be honored until the day of during payment. I may have misread the deal, but my appointment was approved for this specific deal. I would have been happy paying the regular price if I knew beforehand. I don't like being told one thing and then another is true. This place is super cute, clean, and the staff is friendly. The services offered are very nice. However, I just don't like feeling miscommunicated with about pricing. I think that can be improved on. Otherwise it's a nice place to go for a great lymphatic massage. The owner reached out to me, offering me a deal on a future service if I should want it. I appreciate the reply and response. Very kind owner and business. It is nice that they have so many healing modalities offered. Very cute cozy homelike environment where you'll feel well cared for.

After 3 years, I'm back. I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason. So when my…read morepanic and anxiety attacks conveniently began to tag team, I found myself back to the beginning. The universe knew exactly what it was doing sending me back to the starting line. I've lost my way again. I indeed forgot how to calm my mind and body. It was a humbling way for the universe to tell me I am not meditating nor relaxing correctly. That's where Jessika comes in. She is the absolute best and is truly amazing at holding a safe space for you to achieve complete and total relaxation. She offers virtual appointments and thankfully she had availability within a few days. My experience during a session is walking in with a million thoughts racing through my head while my body can't sit down and walking out relaxed, peaceful, and focused. What a difference. I must admit how naive I was to think that reiki should not be a consistent part of my healing journey. Talking with Jessika, she made an interesting point that while reiki can help after one session its benefits can go beyond by being more consistent. I do agree because if one session can bring peace to my life imagine what monthly sessions could do for my health and healing. My goal is to be more consistent in reiki healings this year so that I can be the best version of myself. I can't wait to book my next session and continue to work on healing. So if you are on the fence, do it. Book the appointment and get started on your healing journey.

I'm just returning from the Holy Fire Karuna Reiki Masters training in Bali with Jessica and my…read morelife has been forever changed. The retreat was dynamic and so well planned. Everything about it flowed and just integrated a profound beautiful experience. Jessica has a gentle yet powerful presence. Her knowledge on Reiki, healing and spiritual well being is a great addition to the experience. This retreat was beyond learning, it created lifelong friendships, deep healing and a core memory! The training itself was well planned, the overall flow felt very relaxed, yet so powerful! I would recommend attending any retreat Jessica is offering... it's life changing I have taken all of my Holy Fire Reiki training from Jessica and I am so grateful for her helping me in this beautiful journey of healing

The good: It's clean and you'll hear some nice relaxing sounds. Nice atmosphere…read more The bad: Cheesy because every little thing they do is called 'sacred' or a 'ceremony' when you're just lying around listening to sounds or drinking hot chocolate. They try to make it almost like a religious or cult thing. Some in my group were offended because they felt there's a lot of cultural (mis)appropriation going on for profit. Mixed experience for me.

Phenomenal healing experience!!! A joy to see at least 10 men in a group of about 30, releasing…read morelong-standing pain and emotion in such a safe, spacious container of love and support! Thanks, Mandy, Corey, Billy, and the amazing Cacao facilitator. Powerful.

Excellent practice- zero pressure- not a cult- learn and alway's know you can attend a check…read moresession with your instructor- my instructor "Carol Travis" - Ithaca, New York- one of the most wonderful teachers of TM - very kind person. She and her husband and Mom have done it for years- great people. I cannot imagine life without this daily practice- If you are feeling a bit stressed or uneasy in today's environment- this is a great way to balance your inner mind- nobody tells you to do or think anything- it's basically thinking.... And creating a positive outlook for you! I personally listen to Bob Roth daily- meditate and absolutely feel so much better -

What a pleasant surprise. My wife talked me into (reluctantly) taking the TM class. I was…read moreskeptical and wasn't sure there would be much value. I couldn't have been more wrong. TM has proven to be extremely effective at stress reduction and helping my nervous system get healthy. I've tried all types of breathwork (4-7-8, box breathing, etc.), acupressure, mindful meditation, etc. with inconsistent results. TM had an impact immediately, and I fully expect the impact to grow over time. I wished I'd known about this years ago. One of the most effective health practices I've found. Cindy and Barry are the perfect people to train people on TM. Extremely nice and approachable, and very knowledgeable. They demystified TM and taught proper technique to maximize results. Very fortunately to have had them as trainers.

For an introduction to meditation practice it is worth while visiting, however the organization is…read moreplagued with controversy not to mention cultural appropriation of Buddhist practices taught by unqualified teachers who do not understand the historical importance of Buddhist philosophical practice

If you're curious about meditation, don't let nerves about coming alone or never having done it…read morebefore stop you. Beginner or not, this is a great space to relive some stress, tap into your inner peace, and meet others that are also interested in self exploration. What a gem in Costa Mesa, providing the public with free meditation classes (donations are always welcome!). Gil and Marilyn are SO welcoming, and somehow manage to remember everyones names. The first time I came in was by myself for the Wednesday night group practice led by Gil. The next time I came in was with my cousin, who had no prior meditation experience at all, and she loved it. I randomly found this place online when I was looking to get back into meditation a few months after I completed a Vipassana course. Although Shambhala is different, the 7:00pm class opens with an introduction and instruction to approaching this style of meditation. Note that the space itself is *behind* the Coco's. If you're facing the restaurant, to left you'll find a hall that you pass through. Make a turn towards the salon and you'll find the Meditation Center. The space is warm and clean, be sure to check in with Marilyn or Sepi at the front desk to say that you're new. You take off your shoes (you might want to wear socks) and enter the meditation hall closed off by silkscreen doors. No need to bring pillows or a bloc as very comfortable ones are already provided for you. For those who have trouble sitting cross legged or kneeling on the floor, there are three ample rows of chairs behind the floor seating. The temperature is mild--I wore a jean jacket with a t-shirt underneath and was comfortable the whole session. After practicing two sets of walking and sitting meditation, the class sat in a circle and read a chapter from The Lost Art of Good Conversation, by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. The discussion that followed provides an excellent connection between how the physical and mental exercise of meditation translates to our everyday lives. You have nothing to lose by dropping in. I hope to provide an updated review after attending one of their Saturday sessions or courses. For a fee, they have really cool contemplative arts seminars. I wanted to sign up for the Ikebana course, the study and practice of flower arranging, but they ran out of space! The best way to keep up with its events is by following its Meetup page.

You will receive a lot of efficient information on your 'mind' management through this meditation…read moreclass. And it will surely affect to your way to handle your life better & peaceful. The instructor generously provides this class without any charge, and even provides some useful handouts for us to have a chance to learn after the class. This class can probably be a very precious 'retreatment' to clear your mind. I will highly recommend to take this class!

Best meditation, free meditation and awesome method to achieve thoughtlessness and to remain stress…read morefree. Highly recommended.