There is a great reason Adriene has 10 million followers on you tube. She has a way of making yoga…read moreprinciples fun and unassuming. Everyone belongs. She and her dog Benji got us through the pandemic.

As a seasoned yoga class participant, I have to give YOGA with ADRIENE two thumbs up! She is a…read morefantastic, kind, funny and insightful instructor and yogi, who will open the door for you to fall in love with yoga, with your own body, your classmates and the depth of her instruction. She is truly gifted, beautiful and hilarious.

I have been practicing Hatha and Ashtanga yoga for 20+ years. Knowing that Iyengar emphasizes body…read morealignment, I sought out private Iyengar instruction with the goal of creating a daily home practice that would support my health goals as my body ages. I was so fortunate to find Esta! Esta and I had a private 1.5-hour session together and the entire experience was one I will treasure forever. Esta created an entire weekly Iyengar routine for me that was incredibly thoughtful and thorough. She spent great care understanding my health goals and my time / physical constraints as well. We then met together for our class where she asked clarifying questions and checked out my form and ability on several poses. I now have a day-by-day home routine, customized just for me, my body, and my goals! Esta typed it all up and included timings and photos as well! Esta gave me an incredible gift and I will certainly return to her as my practice evolves. I have never had such an incredible, personalized instructional experience before and I am truly grateful to Esta! Namaste, Esta!

I feel so lucky to have found Este! I've practiced yoga for many years with many different…read moreteachers, and Este is one of the most thoughtful and creative teachers I've had the pleasure to practice with. She makes even the most challenging poses accessible to all. Her deep understanding of the body and the practice of yoga comes through in her classes. I've learned so much from her - and look forward to learning more. I would highly recommend her classes to anyone!

I think I love Elain she is wonderful she does come to us on thursdays and teaches a class at my…read moreplace of employment she is the best she is very one to one , the poses are always perfect,she will make you feel so good about your self and you will leave refresh her class at ASH 2 times a week and its a 10 drop in fee , you will be an addict she teaches from 12-1;00 at the Chapel on AUSTIN STATE HOSPITAL GROUNDS THEY ALLOW HER THE USE OF THE CHAPEL, so come by you will not regret it.Combines stretching with yoga postures, breath work, and core strengthening. This is a gentle, yet powerful class and is designed for all fitness levels. Combines breath work with a graceful flow of yoga postures and core strengthening. This class is more vigorous and most appropriate for students with some yoga experience, though all are welcome. Beginner's Yoga: A slow, gentle approach for increasing flexibility and strength and learning the basics. Elaine has more than 30 years of deep spiritual practice and study. She was trained as a life coach at the Coaches Training Institute in San Rafael, CA and has facilitated study groups in The Course in Miracles. She is a certified Awareness Counselor experienced in designing and facilitating seminars that support life-altering shifts in consciousness. Elaine is dedicated to bringing out the best in each of us. She invites us to observe ourselves as we learn to recognize our unconscious beliefs and stuck patterns of behavior as we begin to make the changes that will transform our lives. Her unique sense of humor reminds us that we can laugh at ourselves even as we do our necessary and life changing work

Elaine is a great instructor; very friendly and accommodating to all levels of experience. Space…read moreis pleasant and inviting. Other class participants warm and welcoming. A very nice experience. I'm a "senior" with little experience in yoga. Elaine did a great job making me feel comfortable and able to achieve my goals. I highly recommend a private session with Elaine if you are new to yoga. She will make sure you get off to a great start. I feel longer, stronger, softer. All smiles.

If you are ready to try Pilates Andrea is an excellent and professional Pilates teacher. I highly…read morerecommend her to those who are new to Pilates as well as the more experienced. She is kind patient and really knows her stuff!

Andreas teaching style is so chill and easy to enjoy. I'm still learning a lot about Pilates and…read moreshe has been so informative about techniques and helping my movements/forms be precise so I am able to work my entire body. She has guided my new found love affair with Pilates and I secretly want to be an instructor one day bc I enjoy this so much.

I tried Pilates for the first time this summer and did about 8 one-on-one sessions. I really…read moreenjoyed working with Gloria -- she understood I was a beginner and went at my pace. She was patient with me while still being knowledgeable, and she took the time to ask about my goals. I'm so glad I got to try Pilates in such a great space with a welcoming environment.

My wife went in with high hopes after an enjoyable first session, but was extremely disappointed…read moreduring my second visit. Despite having already paid for a class, I was abruptly asked to leave. I was told I should seek a "Hispanic Pilates class" instead, implying I didn't belong there due to perceived race or ethnicity. This comment was not only unprofessional, but also deeply troubling. Regardless of anyone's cultural background, fitness spaces should be inclusive, welcoming, and respectful. It's especially disheartening that such outdated, discriminatory attitudes are still present today. What should have been a positive, health-centered experience quickly turned into one that left me questioning the values upheld by this establishment. I believe in treating others with dignity and fairness, and I hope this review encourages B Pilates to reflect on how they engage with and treat all clients--especially when it comes to cultural sensitivity and inclusivity.

Top Yoga/Hot Pilates Studio. Great teachers…read moreSupportive environment Amazing studio space Hot Pilates classes

Great studio with amazing teachers. Laura on Monday night brings so much creativity to her class,…read moreJennifer on Wednesday is such a ray of sunshine and Nora Jean is a treasure on Thursday and Saturday with Bikram..her wisdom and years of Bikram teaching is priceless!

The Texas Yoga Retreat is a few days of exhaling. If you are someone who has fantasies about…read moreslowing down for a few days, you'll want to sign up for this retreat. Not only do you get exposure to some of the greatest yoga teachers (as I learned) but you get a chance to understand the benefits of meditation as well as being in tune with your body. I had the pleasure of knowing the people behind Texas Yoga Retreat and doing some media work on their behalf. That said, this review is the truth as I know it. The wiz behind the curtain matters when it comes to most ventures and this is a positive thing for the Texas Yoga Retreat. The people behind the retreat are in touch with their mission as well as esteemed by their community for the work they do. (I sound like I'm writing for them right now but my impression of them is that high). I highly recommend this retreat to everyone - men and women, yoga folks or not. As someone who does yoga on a whim, I was a little nervous about attending a retreat since I hadn't experienced any formal training. I was pleased to find out that the experience was more than comfortable. The retreat draws people from all over the world - with varied levels of experience in yoga. As I mentioned, even novices can attend this retreat but the same is true of expert yoga enthusiasts and instructors. In fact, I met a lot of instructors during the retreat I attended. It probably helps that the coordinators of this retreat are the owners of Texas Yoga, which is a renowned yoga certification program, so they do a good job of providing instructors and topics that benefit people at different levels of expertise. Don't expect to just be on a yoga mat the whole time - or even most of the time. While there, you get options of which classes you wish to attend so you have a lot of say over the experience. Some classes focus on technique while others provide overall understanding. I was able to finally take a class on Ayurveda which was something I was very interested in learning about. I also had some amazing yoga classes. The food is good but definitely healthy - which is a nice compliment to the experience. There's a wonderful table behind the eatery that faces out to a field. I highly recommend you have your meal out there. It's a great place to zone out if you want to process the experience or bring your new yoga friends and just enjoy the scenery. Speaking of scenery, Barsana Dham is Austin's first Hindu temple but this event is not affiliated with a religion. It's a very beautiful setting for the retreat. In addition to enjoying the classes, people and healthy food, you can tour the grounds which are just gorgeous. It's highly recommended you stay on campus for the full experience, including get togethers at night. I opted to drive in each day so I can't speak to staying there but I hear it's a good experience that allowed people to connect with other retreat goers. To sum it up for you: this retreat was so amazing it made me think about getting certified one day. We'll see what happens with that but one thing is for sure - Texas Yoga Retreat is an A+ experience.

The Texas Yoga Retreat brings together the best of the best! I met some amazing students and…read moreteachers here. Where else could I have met Rama Vernon, a founder of Yoga Journal and the Yoga Alliance? My most amazing moment of the retreat was when she looked me in the eyes and affirmed to me that I am yoga... There were so many other teachers that made my experience complete. These yogis don't put themselves on pedestals and hide behind microphones. They are accessible and eat their lunches with the rest of us. We really are one. If you're a teacher and interested in continuing education, this high caliber trainings offered here will not disappoint. From Ayurveda to yoga therapy, there are highly skilled professionals that can enhance your existing knowledge. The website at www.texasyogaretreat.com lists the classes and instructors in detail. Not a teacher? Not skinny and flexible? There were all kinds of people at the retreat. If you want to attend, then it's for you. I didn't know what it would be like to study on the grounds of an ashram, but it was like being at a really peaceful hotel where everyone dresses very moderately. The devotees who live on the property are very kind and smile when they see you. The food that they prepare for our meals is amazingly good!! Thank you to the staff who pulled this retreat together, from the devotees to Charles and Ellen. You make a difference in a profound way to many people, including me.

If you want a Pilates studio where the instructors give their 100% to their small class and ensure…read morethat your safety, your posture and your core their primary focus, this is the studio for you. Classes are limited to 4 people max, there is plenty of space between reformers, equipment is new, and those who attend class are great fun, dedicated Pilates students.