I did one-on-one sessions with The Mind Heart Center for about six months, and they were fantastic…read more-- incredibly helpful and unique. I like that they offer massages also and even unique technologies like the EES system. A wonderful place for many things.

Glad to see that Mindful Body's legacy is continuing with the mind heart center. The prices are…read moremore expensive and hopefully they will offer the membership option with reduced pricing. Lisa my massage therapist was amazing! No more knots.

I've been attending classes at Anchor for several months now, and cannot recommend the studio and…read moreits teachers enough. They offer a variety of different classes, which are both welcoming to beginners and helpful for more advanced students looking to deepen their practice. What makes Anchor truly special, however, is the openness and love of its community. It's a one-of-a-kind place. Definitely take a class or sign up for a workshop or training if you're considering it - it will probably be one of the best things you do for yourself this year.

I miss Anchor so much! It had such an impact on my life when I was living in San Francisco. I…read moreeven bought one of the comfy beds and I'm searching for them again if anyone knows where I can buy them? I bought it back in 2021 and don't have records of where. Sand is amazing!

Ive had some stress syndrome before came to TM and Ive tried many diff approaches such as…read moreexercises, which usually work for me, massage, yoga, seeing a doc etc. Honestly, I came to TM with hesitation since all of those approaches didn't work, how can I trust it and put down so much money. However, Jean and Brett are super friendly and knowledgeable and patiently answer all of my questions and confusion. I started to see my stress syndrome went away after 3 days practice. Now I practice twice a day, it's not easy to keep up when I have a busy schedule, but health is my highest priority. Give it a try and I hope you all find what you are looking for at TM.

I've tried a few meditation practices. I found this one to be flat on my expectations. You're asked…read moreto give a donation based on income. I donated 1k and when I arrived the mediation coach was warm and friendly but she complained to me about the fact that she knows how much people make and that their donations don't reflect that. I found that strange to share. I wouldn't recommend this place - there are so many others in SF that are more effective imo.

SFZC practitioners are friendly and serious about the practice. The teachings here are excellent…read moreand have helped in my spiritual exploration. Also the food is delicious.

Sexual harassment, psychological abuse, negligence, dishonesty, and poor ethics. Please please…read morebeware if you are looking for something real. They are not unbiased, are prone to dangerously self-interested thinking, and lack integrity. Unfriendly to meditation practice that is not thoroughly dominated by their teachers, who are less equipped than they want you to think. Very manipulation-prone and small-minded community - you are likely to be scapegoated and abused if you are internally healthier than the people who are running things. They will take any opportunity to gaslight you into hating yourself and doubting your sanity, if you aren't insecure enough. A few bright spots but not enough to assuage the aggressive onslaught of egotism and brutality from a few genuinely unstable people who want to run the show and mimic wisdom without embodying or truly respecting it. They have a hard time listening when it matters - will aggressively force you into sharing more of yourself than you want or feel comfortable with in order to exploit and dominate you. They will not tell you they're doing this. Serious narcissism and cult dynamics. They equate wisdom with social power, which is why they're so threatened by anyone who seems to possess any - because it could meaningfully topple their own place in a hierarchy they've built their sense of self on. They will do this with new students who mean no harm. Do not come with faith in their ability to wield power well - the staff and teachers abuse it, and they give you no options for dialogue, after claims that you're the problem to imagine that they don't. Please watch out for triangulation dynamics. Very very toxic, and it's baked in, so it's hard to avoid even if you just want to sit, work, and enjoy the beautiful setting - if you appear to have any openness to people, or if you unintentionally trigger them for any reason - for being too peaceful - they will draw you into intensely toxic dynamics you have no interest in, then blame you for their unhealed parts. These are the staff and teachers who do this - everyone here generally needs real therapy and a reality check, and you'll know because if you are sane, they will tell you you're the problem. The role of the scapegoat is to absorb and express the toxic dynamics in the environment - if I'm saying it, it's happened, and if they don't "see" it, it's because part of the toxicity is in their giving their dysfunction over to me. The abusive mechanism is to blame the one who holds the trauma - the messenger - and absolve true perpetrators of emotional responsibility - which plays into patterns of avoidance and manipulation others may also be prone to. Scapegoating is possible because of the amount of people benefiting from it, who choose to Dorian Gray their suffering instead of dealing with it. It is abusive and dysfunctional, not wise. This message is for anyone who may be seeking true refuge and who doesn't want to fall prey to toxic spiritual communities. My experience here was about 10 months cumulative in residence, ongoing close contact with a teacher, and friendships with others who have spent time in residence. Be very very wary of their ability to treat you well. Sexual assaults and suicides committed in residence, probably more than I know, without care for victims or meaningful resolution. There is something wrong here, and they work hard to cover it up - do not give them the benefit of the doubt and end up psychologically brutalized like I did. I came here at 25 on multiple recommendations, from a trusted friend and from my therapist, and I was immediately roped into their problems without mercy. I was sexually aggressed and assaulted as a new guest student, in 2019, and a good friend killed herself last spring after spending time here in residence - she may have been in residence at the time. They will not communicate with me about either of these events, following aggravated attempts on their part to get me to open up, be vulnerable with, and talk to them. If you have anything going for you, do not come here. They want to be able to eat your soul.

Class with Kari is deep medicine and true sangha. I always feel so seen and all parts of me…read morewelcomed here. Kari carries such a depth of wisdom and experience in her practice and teaching and that is really palpable. Her Himalayan Kundalini class always opens me up, grounds me, and brings me into direct contact with my True Self. It's more of a spiritual and mental workout than a physical workout, but it is also very physically and mentally challnging doing some of the kriyas. I always come back to this class and am so grateful that Kari is continuiing to offer it online so that anyone anywhere in the world can join. Much love!

Kari is an incredibly gifted massage therapist and healer; she is intuitive and skilled at…read moreco-creating a sacred energetic container for one to go deep. I've had bodywork with other amazing practitioners, who left me relaxed and helped me release muscle tension and stress. However, my sessions with Kari have gone beyond deep tissue release and into subtler layers of my being. She integrates Craniosacral Therapy, Reiki and massage in a way that encourages an unwinding of my nervous system and a clearing of mental fog. I feel a profound trust in her that allows me to let go and surrender so completely that I feel as though generations of holding and patterns are shifting and being healed. When I leave my time with her, I feel like a renewed being - clear, open and strong. I highly recommend Kari if you are looking for a healing experience that offers you access to this type of depth!

I recently had a distant reiki healing session with Arianne and it has been one of my favorite ones…read moreover my reiki healing journey, which began a few years ago. I felt immediate comfort with her and I felt in my heart that she had the best intentions for me and for humanity. She was able to help me focus on a few areas and helped me release energies that no longer served me in order for me to continue my healing journey. Arianne always made me feel at ease and was patient with my questions and thoughts I had for her. I can't wait to see her again soon!

Distant Reiki Healing Session review! I am currently 3,000 miles away on the opposite coast from…read moreArianne and just received a distant healing session from the comfort of my own bed. I wasn't totally sure how the session would go due to all the time/space between us but it was no different than the times I've seen Arianne in person. In fact, I may have been more comfy since being at home allowed me to drop in with less self-awareness, anxiety, fear, etc! The care and healing Arianne facilitates is so, so special and powerful ~ to feel this grounded and good after a distant session speaks to her abilities! Thank you Arianne!!

Unique, fun, relaxing experience…read more The instructor isn't for everyone--my friend who went with me the first time said he prefers a different type of yoga. This one seems to have a lot of stretching, some planks, downward dogs, warrior poses... I love the Grace Cathedral space. It's cavernous and reminds me of Europe--that alone is worth the price of admission! You can buy tickets there, and you can get a multi-class pass to save money. The clientele is diverse--people old and young, men and women. There's quite a bit of meditation as well. There's volunteers to help with your poses. Some reviews say come early, but I usually go 5 minutes before start time and snag a seat on the side. Very friendly people. I try to go almost every Tuesday now and they also have Saturday mornings!

Love this class and experience. Such a beautiful, unique and peaceful venue. The instructor is so…read morecalming and good. She delivers great messages as well as gives an appropriate amount of challenge. Highly recommend trying this out. The music is great as well.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program was essential to my transition into 30s and what is an…read moreadult view on life, self-care and handling of emotions. Rik was an incredible facilitator, his voice along brings me into a meditative state :) I could not recommend this program enough - it helped me deal with life's challenges, helped me improve my relationships with immediate family, I learned to verbalize my emotions (that was a biggie!), got control over my social anxieties and even flying (the turbulence used to freak me out!). It changed my relationship with time (I used to always hurry and always be late), and I came to terms with death (was not an intention of the program, but a discovery that showed itself after my second MBSR course) so that when my relatives were passing, I could handle it with grace and peace of mind, and was able to provide support to the deceased and their family instead of avoiding this subject altogether (the previous me would do that). Overall, I took 2 MBSR courses throughout the years, and try to participate in day-longs every year (open to graduates). I am convinced this program is the best thing I've ever done for my well-being, and an investment that will be bringing the returns throughout the lifetime. Thank you, Rik!!

Before coming to this place, I was anxious, had low energy, and was hyperreactive to the stresses…read moreof life. After learning insight meditation there, and by going for regular practice, I felt like a new person - I became calm, full of energy, and I feel capable of overcoming the stresses of life.

This was my first time stepping into a Brahma Kumari meditation center. What an amazing way to…read morekick-off my solar return weekend! Everyone there was welcoming...the collective energy very positive. Atmosphere was peaceful...the harp added an angelic touch. Spirtual teachings were profoundly deep...the different exercises created a progressive relaxing and centered state. I was uplifted and transformed!! I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to enhance or to begin their meditation practice. They have weekly meditations, weekend retreats/workshops, courses, etc. This elevated experience made my first trip to SF very very special. Brothers and Sisters of Brahma Kumaris, I deeply appreciate YOU ALL.

This is a house run by people from India! They hold meetings and events everyday. You can find it…read moreon the website and sign up. I saw a harp recital the other day. It's a house with a meeting space. It's nice. India!

Looking for lunchtime meditation in the FiDi? This is it…read more All meditation at WITHIN is lead, and the teachers vary quite a bit in their style. Still, I'm always glad I've gone when I walk out of there. Devon is my preferred teacher by a mile. Classes appear to be made up of folks who are relatively new to mediation, and in need of a break from their office jobs, with the occasional serious devotee thrown in the mix. You don't need to bring anything, or wear anything special. Just show up.

Love, love, love WITHIN Meditation! I come here through Satori Yoga Studio - I bought an "Urban…read moreYogi" package ($69/month) that includes 4 classes/month and unlimited meditation. Funnily enough, I ended up using the meditation way more than the yoga - because it helped me so much! Meditation is guided (though there are silent classes as well), and instructors vary in their style. Devon seems to be the most popular, but the others are great also - I've never had a bad experience. I regularly try to go to sessions with Renee on Thursday afternoon, where she offers a special, personal element I haven't felt elsewhere. I've tried meditation on my own and nothing seemed to "click" until WITHIN - the supportive instructors (and fellow students) makes a HUGE difference. Before and after each class, we talk about our practice and the reasons we're in the class. People come for all sorts of reasons - work anxiety, stress around having a baby, looking for clarity on major life decisions. There's no pressure to share (as a Yelper, you may guess I'm one of the more vocal ones), but sharing is a key element that makes WITHIN so valuable to me - Devon once tailored a class to me because I was the only one who shared about having work anxiety! Renee has chatted with me after class about work, relationships, and meditation - and has become a key voice in my life. I feel very fortunate that I found WITHIN. In hectic San Francisco, it's often difficult to find a healing place of refuge. I highly recommend it!