Last summer I called Christine to tell her that I felt like my body was broken. My back was…read moreweakened after a long recuperation from a broken arm. Combined with having plantar fasciitis in both feet and a tear in the tendon in my ankle, I was quite discourage. When Christine suggested that I take her Ease of Movement class on Zoom, I was hesitant because I wanted in-person instruction. I have been taking these classes via Zoom since last July and my life feels so much better! Most of my days are pain free, and my whole body moves so much more freely than it has in decades. With the focus on small movements, I've learned to stop pushing through pain. This in itself has been a huge breakthrough for me. Because I don't have to leave the house to go to class, I rarely miss a class. I told my son last night that starting these classes was the best thing that happened in 2020!

Thorough and knowlegeable instruction on how and why yoga helps our bodies to be healthy. Great…read morespace, peaceful and serene. Christine is a veteran instructor and very helpful

This studio has all the makings of a great place but has a few areas to work on. First, there is a…read morelot of chatter in the yoga room itself (and a few cell phones going off during class). I prefer a quieter experience when I enter my yoga space, but that's me. The class itself was hatha so I wasn't expecting an experience where i would be dripping sweat, but this was a very gentle class...yes you can deepen the postures as you need to, but that was challenging when there were so many people in the class that we had little room to accommodate. There is a really beautiful alter that adds a lot to the atmosphere, along with plenty of props for use. There was restrooms and changing areas available as well.

I've been looking into yoga for a while now and was so nervous, being a beginner. I didn't want to…read morespend tons of money to feel uncomfortable in a class with "yoga professionals." But Rising Sun is exactly what I needed. It's welcoming and catered to any experience level. Plus it is incredibly affordable and it doesn't lock you into a set number of sessions. I also like that I can do it online or in person. So happy to have found it!

Prior to the pandemic I did Baptiste style power yoga for several years, but when my studio closed…read moreI fell out on any exercise except dog walking and just couldn't get it back. I started to feel my age, lots of aches and pains. For some reason, this March I decided to purchase an introductory pass to I am Yoga - a studio I had had my eye on for a while, wanting to try 26 & 2 style yoga. Just shy of 4 months later, I can't get enough of this studio or this style of yoga. The studio itself is very nice - I enjoy the setting in the Williamsville village, there is plenty of room to navigate entrances and exits and they have a nice locker room. The hot yoga room is large and comfortable - never feels crowded despite good attendance. You can either choose a dark corner to really settle inward or put yourself near a sunny window. Everyone is very friendly and low key - you never feel any pressure of any kind. The yoga is HOT, but I love that. I know it's not for everyone. I was surprised how much I like the regularity of the 26 & 2 sequence - strangely I never get bored as there just seems to be an infinite journey in each move - hard to explain. I can't believe how much I have strengthened - old injuries (knee surgeries) seem to be healing, aches and pains disappearing, feeling younger and with increased body positivity. The best result is in the area of mental health - my anxiety is much better. This style of yoga I find very meditative. Teachers are great - I take most of the classes from Madeline, but they're all great - they transmit the traditional dialogue, but oddly it never feels scripted. I LOVE that they have 6am classes - really a game changer for getting me there as I have trouble making it after work. I enjoy the Forrest Flow class on Tuesday nights but have trouble getting there regularly. Another factor - the participants are very diverse - from age, to gender, to "ability" level, everybody can be on their own journey, but together! Highly recommend trying out this studio!

I have a love hate relationship with yoga in general…read more It was trending towards the hate until I tried Bikram in NYC about 15 years ago. I don't know what got me in the first time. May have been as simple as a place opened on one of my regular walking routes. Not sure. But back then they offered unlimited classes for a few weeks for "newbies" for a very reasonable price. That studio was small and cramped, it's NYC after all. The changing rooms were sparse and not very nice, have to say. So I did the yoga for the time I had bought, and even got a few friends hooked with me. It was hard work, but so is living in NYC, so we were ready for the challenge. I didn't re-up when my trial ran out for a few reasons. Not the least of which was I heard about Bikrams behavior even back then. And I just didn't want to support that. But flash forward 15 years. And I'm looking for something to help me stretch more as I clearly need to do. With a shoulder that's been bothering me for ages now I remembered that Bikram had made me stronger for sure, even in the short time I did it. So I came here to try them out for a month. It's a friendly place. The ladies locker room is ok, certainly better than NYC. They have showers. I think you can rent towels too. Bring your own mat or use one of theirs for $2. They have bags in the locker rooms for your wet sweaty clothes after class. Bikram is done in over 100 degrees. It's 90 min. They really ask that you try to stay in the room the whole time. Especially your first few visits. But if you are feeling the heat, you can sit out a pose. This location offers 75 and 60 min hot classes too, which I was not familiar with. I like the 75 but find the 60 min a little fast paced for me. But remember, I find yoga very difficult. The yoga studio is huge. There are some posts that do disrupt views in the room. The mirrors are not aligned with each other so make sure you are aware of that when picking a spot, since the mirrors are important in Bikram classes. This is not a place that's easily accessible for the disabled - up a long flight of stairs to the second floor. They sell various types of water and EmergencE etc. all for reasonable prices. But you can also just bring your own. If there were things to think about - the ceiling lights are harsh to look at, and you are supposed to have your eyes open for the class, and you spend time looking at the ceiling. Another reviewer said it didn't have that "Bikram scent" - but it does. Just be prepared for it. I'm giving 5 stars because the environment is just so welcoming. And the "newbies" month unlimited is a great price. If you haven't tried Bikram, you need more than one class to really "get" it. If you've tried but not here, come try it. Great studio. Street parking, but watch the signs. Or there's a lot in back.

The space is pretty and I love coming to the classes here. The instructors overall have been nice…read morebut sometimes the room does feel a bit small ESPECIALLY when everything heats up in the middle of summer.

Love it here!! Never guilty for going to yoga! Always a good feeling leaving for just showing up to…read morethe mat, some days are harder than others, PYB makes it all worth while. Great instructors!

Attended a restorative yoga class last night. Instructor was informative and kind. Her directions…read morewere clear and concise. Best class I have ever participated in - entirely focused on relaxation and meditation. Looking forward to attending more classes in the future!

Started a beginner's Level 1 class several weeks ago. It is great! Not only am I learning how to…read morebreath and learning different yoga poses, I am learning about the history of yoga, the meaning behind certain poses, and a bunch of other helpful information to get the most out of the yoga experience. I have started other yoga programs before, but this is the only one I stuck with! The Level 1 is great for anyone who is interested in yoga (whether you have never done it before or used to practice a long time ago). The owner and instructor, Brooke, is very knowledgeable and personable. She welcomes questions and really individualizes each session to the students who are present. I am learning how to incorporate the practice of yoga into my every day life to be more present and less stressed.

I was in a bad place today after a long medical appointment. My neck and shoulders were screaming…read moreat me. I have passed this location almost daily and with the positive yelp reviews, decided to give them a call to see if they could help. I was able to secure an appointment later in the day with Laura Jean. She was able to go deep into my problem area with a great degree of professionalism. I am looking forward to trying acupuncture with her sometime in the near future. Thank you

Robyn is a wonderful massage therapist. She has a way of relaxing your mind and body so the…read moretherapy really works and the healing begins. Each session more work is done and I feel that my aching muscles are getting stronger. I have recommended her to my friends and family!

I love yoga and especially heated classes. The 915 yoga classes on Saturday are great and always…read moreleave me ready for the weekend.

Great boutique yoga, pilates and barre workout studio in the village of Orchard Park. I found this…read moreplace because I was always interested in taking reformer Pilates classes and they offered a 5 week series to learn. I really enjoyed it and have been coming ever since. All the instructors are amazing and give you a great workout. There is a larger upstairs studio with heated wall panels for yoga, barre and mat Pilates. And a smaller space downstairs for Pilates reformer. There is also a boutique with a beautiful selection of athletic wear and accessories. Sign up for classes, view the schedule and buy a packages on the Mind Body app. I highly recommend if you are looking to check out a new studio.

Going to yoga with Laura Solly is like a massage and a chiropractor appt. in one; my body releases…read moreand my breathe massages all the sore parts~ Her new studio space is heaven on earth... A must go if you are in Ellicottville and want to center with a community of like minded individuals! Plus you can shop at her store afterwards Daft Dry Goods for hats, rugs and clogs;). Oh and she has Pure Barre coming in soon....