Joanne's flow and restore class on tuesday at 12 is excellent a yoga workout for the first half of the class then at the end restorative poses held for long periods. perfectly timed to provide a work out plus great relaxation. great cues, music and guidance check it out! read more

" Vibe is Everything " Everyone is welcomed , you belong . That's how you feel here . Tried the beginning yoga class ; beginners class . It met up to my expectations. Parking is difficult but manageable. It's definitely worth it . I will definitely be back for more classes. The price is more than reasonable so no worries. read more

Blissful Monkey is a true gem. It has such a warm and welcoming energy that keeps me coming back. The instructors know me by name, creating a personal and supportive environment where I always feel encouraged. They push you to improve but never past your limits, making classes both motivating and accessible. The small, community-focused atmosphere makes every session feel special, no matter your level. The studio is well-stocked with mats, knee pads, bolsters, blankets, and straps. Thoughtful details like hair ties in the bathroom and menstrual products show how much they care about their students. The teachers always ask permission before touching or assisting, which makes me feel comfortable and respected during every class. With flexible pricing options- including drop-in rates, lunchtime bundles, and monthly unlimited plans (which I take full advantage of!)- it's easy to find an option that works for you. Plus, I love to support a locally and Black-owned yoga studio. Blissful Monkey is a place where you feel supported, challenged, and always welcome. read more

Wonderful intimate peaceful studio All levels Excellent teachers Reasonable prices No competition here Just yoga in a peaceful center You can be a beginner or challenge your self All levels read more

I really wanted to like this studio, they made purchasing and signing up so easy by using Mind Body and the location is rather nice. The space is small but cute. I took the Monday 7:30pm restorative class and I don't think I want to come back to this studio. The man running the class didn't give his name or any intro to the class, he didn't check in with anyone or set any expectations. I was completely new to the studio and I told him that and I was not given any other details than where to put my mat. Luckily I have taken a lot of yoga, but if I was brand new I would not have had any idea what the next hour and a half would entail. That alone was enough to make me question the quality of the instruction, but he went around touching people and massaging them and moving them deeper into position with no warning and without asking if that was okay. I am not okay with being touched without warning, and as a fellow fitness instructor I feel like it is so important to talk to folks in class to make sure it is okay to touch them. Coming up behind a brand new student with no warning and grabbing their hips is inappropriate. I almost walked out of the class then and there. I will not be returning, and I would advise other folks with physical boundary issues relating to trauma or other experiences to maybe find a different studio. read more

I've been to 3 prenatal yoga classes so far at Blissful Monkey, and they've been great! The Sunday afternoon class with Janine is more no-nonsense, solid stretching poses, while the Wednesday evening class with Jenny is slightly more meditative and yogi-riffic. They have both left me feeling very relaxed and well stretched. While both classes are 75 minutes long, both begin with about 15 minutes of introductions around the room in which the participants say their name, how far along they are, and any discomforts they're dealing with. It's a nice way to meet expecting neighbors, and get a sense of what to prepare for in the coming weeks and months! I highly recommend taking them up on their 30 days for $30 deal - can't beat it. read more

I haven't taken a yoga class but my son has gone to Evans music class for toddlers and it's amazing. He's a great teacher and let's the kids be kids. I highly recommend him!! read more

I've only attended two classes here and I already love it. It's very low key and no frills. I would suggest trying a few different classes to see what style and teachers fits best. ETA: I moved away and miss this yoga studio sooooo much. I ended up going here for 10 months and it made me feel so much better. I attended class with Nadja, who is incredibly caring and funny. Honestly, there is a camaraderie that builds when you go consistently, and I miss that. read more

Blissful monkey falls somewhere in the middle in terms of the yoga intensity scale - you feel like you're getting a workout, but not like you're the only person in the class whose life doesn't revolve around yoga. There is a pretty good variety of classes, most flow-based, and OK for beginners or for those of us who fall off the yoga wagon once in a while. Attendance tends to be hit or miss, especially with the lunchtime classes. Sometimes it's only a few people, other times it gets very crowded. The studio is relatively small, with decent atmosphere. There is nowhere to change other than the bathroom, so wear layers you can strip off if it's cold outside. My only complaint is that the music played by teachers tends to be very un-yoga like. I find that instrumentals that are more traditional get me in the yoga groove better than a pop song that I might not like. read more

Terri is as good as they get. A wonderful yoga teacher, she has created a warm and welcoming studio to practice in. It's a small place so come early otherwise you'll be walking in to the middle of a yoga class in progress. The smallness ads to the intimate feeling of classes and is not usually a deterrent. Terri has a wonderful staff of teachers working at her studio as well. Some other studios may have more amenities but I liken Blissful to a small college experience; here you're going to get a lot more hands-on and personal attention. This is a yoga community... not just a studio! read more

Took a class with a friend earlier this week. Pros: clean space, wooden floors shaded windows so people can't stare at you from the st welcoming instructor Cons: Given that about half of the students seemed less advanced (some funky stuff going on...probably me included!), I would have appreciated more technical instruction (i.e. how to engage certain muscles, posture pitfalls to watch out for). So far, I haven't found a place in Boston that really emphasizes technique yet, but maybe I just need to keep searching! Coming from a musical background, I guess I am just a stickler for healthy technique so when I see all sorts of funky stuff going on....it scares me! The studio is also right off the st and several people came in a few minutes late which blew cold wind into the studio. Usually, I'm fine with late students but the environment made it a bit "ehhhh" with the cold, honking horns, etc. A slightly above average experience....good for a neighborhood yoga studio, I think? read more

Hey there! I wanted to share an experience I had back in January during a visit for an Infant Music Class. I am a young black woman and in light of the BLM awareness we are seeing spread throughout the country I feel inspired to speak up and share this experience. A heavy weight lies on my chest each time I think back on this day... In no way do I think this account is a reflection on this establishment nor do I recommend anyone see this establishment in a negative light because of my encounter. Rather, I hope to shed light on the profound affect of ones actions upon another. I am often quite soft spoken and m always make an effort to be polite (one of my greatest characteristics) but some things are better spoken about. ---I attended a music class with an infant that I look after in the Jamaica Plain area. This was the first and last time we attended together but was not the first infant music class i've attended (I've been a nanny for 3 years now). Upon arrival the white male instructor failed to address me directly but instead address the young boy I attended with (he had recognized him from a prior class with his mother). This I didn't think much of. I was quite new and wasn't sure how things worked. Throughout my time being there I noticed he paid special attention to me but did not with the other adult attendees. He repeatedly instructed me to move away from the door as I waited for another female attendee to finish getting her child settled. It's a small place and I wanted to avoid accidentally rolling over her infant with the stroller. When I told him my reasoning he said "Don't worry about her -she's a pro, worry about yourself". There was no-one coming through the door and I didn't see the issue. After I put the stroller where he instructed and settled onto the floor- he later moved the stroller to the far right side behind other strollers which I found out later when I was looking for it. Before the class started there were fun toys on the floor for the children to play with. The infant boy loved playing with them and made himself at home. I noticed he was banging on a guitar on the floor with a hard toy which worried me. I asked another adult if that was okay and she seems concerned too so I moved the guitar to the side to avoid any accidents. He immediate walked across the room and asked why I moved it. I let him know and he said "no that's why its there for the kids to play with, don't move it." The last straw was when he skipped me while going around in the circle and asking the adults and children names but involved every other adult. I was visibly uncomfortable. I was holding back tears that whole time with a frog in my throat. I did not want to leave as I was so excited to have a community activity to do with the infant. It's always nice to get out of the house and do something fun with the kids (especially when it's cold outside). We ended up having our own music/dance party at home instead. Overall, his tone was different with me than the other adults and as the only dark skinned woman in the room I felt very outcasted. I'm not saying that it was racially charged but It's something I've thought about as I make a great effort to be respectful and did so in this situation.. To the instructor that day- if you are reading this- I don't think ill of you, I too can be ignorant in my interactions at times. But I urge you to be aware of the way you communicate and to try to understand that although we may not think so children are always aware and digesting behavior around them. Kindly, L :) read more

I'm a total fan of this yoga studio. The selection is great, the new space is lovely, welcoming, and airy and spacious at the same time. My favorite class is the Form and Flow class with Nadja done in the Iyengar style. I happen to love paying attention to form because it helps me get into the poses so much deeper. That said, this studio also offers some great vinyasa (flowing from pose to pose) classes. My other favorite class is the Friday Night Chill-out, which is fab! It's a lovely balance of movement and restoratives, and the name of the class couldn't fit it better. I am happy to have found a yoga studio to call home. No offense to those of you die-hard Back Bay Yoga goers, but Blissful Monkey just does it for me. read more

Nadja's "Form and Flow" class at Blissful Monkey is excellent. Really. Her teaching style is descriptive, helpful, considerate and, most of all, challenging. Her easy-going nature soothed my body into stretching and supporting muscles I didn't even know I had, and our small class guaranteed that it was easy to get individual guidance through different positions. Like others have said, this small studio makes it easy to focus on your own body and move without feeling self-conscious. I appreciate Blissful Monkey's approach to classes, too. You can attend on a drop-in basis ($15/$12 with student ID) or purchase a card that's good for 10 classes, 30 days unlimited, etc. , which puts attendance under your control -- no gym contract or rigid committment. I think this style works especially well for people unsure of which class to attend: you can drop-in and find what works best for you. I know I'll be there at least once a week: like the curtains in their windows, Blissful Monkey passed with flying colors. read more

I started going here about a month ago. I had a little experience with yoga, but not much. I've been going to Mixed Levels classes, and it's been really great. Terri has in particular been really nice about paying attention and correcting me on things, but never in a way that makes me feel self-conscious. It's a cute studio, and a nice atmosphere. I sometimes wish during the end of class that the street outside weren't so loud, but usually the (soft) music is enough to mask it. A++ would yoga again. read more

Cute little studio with a variety of walk-in classes. They also offer chair massages. I've been to the mixed level classes and occasionally to the lunch-time yoga (which is only 1 hour instead of 90 min), and enjoyed both (although, to be honest, the "gentle yoga for beginners" would probably be more appropriate for me, as I tend to be lazy and don't go on a regular basis, so usually every single muscle in my body is hurting like hell for 1-2 days after doing yoga here...) The atmosphere here is fun and friendly and all the teachers do a great job of making the classes worth your while. I find classes challenging, but in a good way - you certainly feel that you're doing something for your body and the teachers try to attend to the individual needs of class participants. The only downside is that it can sometimes get quite crowded, especially during evening classes. It would be cool if they had a slightly bigger studio. read more

This review is specifically for the studio owner Kerri's class. Kerri has been teaching much longer than most of the current yoga teachers in the city- and it shows in her classes. They are creative and fun, yet simultaneously well sequenced and informative. She is highly experienced and gives assists that actually feel good. (I've had many weird assist in other classes:) Also- the music is great, the room is cozy and warm, and I love the small community vibe in the space. read more

I shopped around yoga studios when I first moved to Boston in 2014. After my first time in Terri's class, I knew that Blissful Monkey was the place for me. Since then, I have been a regular to her classes and have improved my practice enormously. Although her class is challenging, her energy and enthusiasm keep you engaged the whole time, and you always feel like you've had a great workout afterwards. I also love Jamie, Sam, and Kim's classes. The studio is no frills, but is clean, comfortable, warm, and inviting. Highly recommend. read more

I fell out of practice before I had my kids but was never really a regular yogi. Blissful Monkey has turned me into one. The space is small but welcoming. The teachers are all awesome and I especially like Terri, Zach and Jamie's classes. I'm hooked. read more

I don't know how I would be getting through grad school if it wasn't for this place. I have been going here for seven months and I love love love it. They really focus on alignment and making sure you do which variation of the pose is right for your body. All of the teachers are great, and the studio itself is cute and homey. (I would suggest bringing your own mat, however.) After I leave a class I feel like a million bucks inside and out. read more

If you're looking for a yoga studio and you have a disability, try not to go to this one. I just called because I am blind and was told that like other students, I could bring someone sighted to assist me. Too bad I'm the paying student and have been in other environments were the instructor would describe the body position to the entire class, allowing me to follow along. Adjustments to my posture/position were as easy to tell me as any n00b in the class. If disability rights aren't your cup of tea or you don't have a disability requiring reasonable accommodations, maybe you'll like this place. I considered it a top choice because of the Yelp reviews. But after the conversation I just had with the folks there, I'd rather warn off anyone else who things "cool, they'll work with me - they seem so nice!" because honestly, they won't.. I was even told I should come during the day because my guide dog wouldn't be able to be in the studio during an evening course. Sweet. read more

I'm torn about how to rate this studio. The instructors vary greatly in quality, but I've been able to find those who I "click" with and have been able to find classes I enjoy. The students I've met have been low key and friendly, which has been a nice change from other studios. My major problem? The floor. No one cleans it. There is dirt, salt, hair clumps, cat hair, etc... and it gets on your mat. I understand that there is no real "entry" space, but come on! A clump of hair seen at a Monday class should not be there on a Friday class. Yet, it was. I want to continue to patronize this lovely local studio, but someone has to clean the floor! read more

Tuesday night Vinyasa with Terri is as crucial to my week as food and water. She is a fantastic teacher; very helpful, friendly and attentive and the studio is clean, comfortable and filled with her regulars. She is able to guide us through different poses each week while building up strength and posture in standard poses. I cannot say enough good things about her or this studio. Whether you are dropping in or attending every week you will love it. read more

Took me a while to find a place that I will always come back to. I love having Terri as the yoga instructor. She's fun and she pays attention to everyone helping everyone get deeper into poses and to feel relaxed. And I really enjoy her music selection! I love how small the studio is and how intimate it is helping the yoga instructor to pay attention to everyone. I've been enjoying coming here with friendly people and love practicing yoga here! read more

I recommend the kinder music classes with Evan. They are a lot of fun and he does a great job explaining everything.

I love taking classes with Terri. She is fantastic teacher! Her classes are typically packed. Make sure you get there earlier for a space -- though I've never seen her turn someone away. The lunch time classes have more breathing room. read more

I go sporadically. very nice place. haven't been in a while and forget the teacher's name but she was wonderful and reading other posts, sounds like the rest of the staff is too... read more

I love blissful monkey yoga studio. The teachers are great, the space is really simple, nice and clean, and it's a no-frills situation. You go there, drop your stuff, get on your mat and get going. read more

I like a yoga teacher who's knowledgeable but not pretentious. And I LOVE Friday lunchtime yoga with Kerry. $10 for a hour-long class. Done and done. Not the most la-di-da yoga studio in Boston, but it's perfect for what I need! If you live in the neighborhood, check this place out. read more

Love all the instructors I've had so far. I've been doing yoga on and off for about 10 years, and Blissful Monkey has some great people. We're encouraged to play around with some more challenging poses and have fun with the attempts. The classes are between an hour and an hour and a half, so you can really get a good session out of it. They do play music during the classes, which I thought was a little weird at first. It's growing on me though. read more

This is a review of Sara's Monday night restorative class. IT'S THE BEST. I've been to restorative classes at a few other studios, and nothing else even comes close. The class is nice and long, giving you enough time to relax into the supported poses, and it's different every time (though there are certain things we do almost every time... like tennis ball rollers in the back... OMG). I particularly enjoy going in the winter because it makes the space feel even more cozy. I like everything about it, all the way down to the way she has us set up our mats (perpendicular to the side walls, not parallel). If you're sore and stressed, come to this class. read more

love this cozy space!!! so simple and non-pretentious// high recommended...their lunch time classes are so convenient for my schedule!

I have been attending yoga classes at this studio for almost a year now and it has completely changed my life. I try to go to as many of Terri's classes as I can (and can afford, which is helped by the much-appreciated student rate that they offer!). The classes are fun, challenging, and deeply relaxing at the end. It has truly helped me get out of my head and connect my mind and body. The mixed-levels classes are good for beginners while still encouraging people to their "edge." I appreciate the constant acknowledgement that people are at different places with their practice, while still providing suggestions and adjustments. I highly recommend trying a variety of classes to find a good fit. read more

A great studio in JP - this yoga haven breathes community. The teachers are friendly and know most students by name, classes tend to be flexible depending on personal ability and parking is generally easy to find. My biggest qualm is the timing of the vinyasa classes - 7:30pm is late! Jamie's Friday evening and Sunday morning classes are definitely my highlight. read more

A wonderful place to practice yoga. Teachers are first rate and extremely welcoming. Love the vinyasa flow classes, definitely challenging but not too intense. I have been going to this studio for years and have always enjoyed my experience. read more

I was super excited to do baby and mom yoga here after having a very positive baby and mom yoga experience at a different studio with my first child. My husband gave me a gift certificate for 6 classes, but my first class was such an unenjoyable experience that I didn't even use the other 5 classes. :( For a class that is meant to be for mothers who have recently given birth, I didn't find it very warm, or forgiving, or comfortable. The babies were sort of just bystanders to the class, and I felt pressure to push myself more than I wanted to. I was hoping for a more relaxing experience where I could bond with my baby while also feeling like I was taking some time for myself and working on my body. I tried to motivate myself to go to more classes after my first one, but I found myself dreading it. So I ended up wasting the gift certificate and losing out on the opportunity to have some special baby and mom exercise time. I think this class is definitely structured for people who are consistent yoga practitioners and who are in very good shape. read more