I took my first beginners yoga classes here at bend and bloom. the instructors are super great and the studio is quite and calm. It was the perfect enviorment not to mention the best part the 60 minute express classes! its 60 minutes of jam packed yogi fun perfect for the mid wee hustle that is most of our lives. if you plan on taking a basic class be sure to call or sign up on line first as the classes can get super crowed read more

For the Tots class with April Cantor! My son and I love going to April's classes. Her enthusiasm and warmth made my reluctant two year old feel comfortable and eager to join in. She connects with every child and makes them feel special while allowing the moms to get a good stretch or two. I loved watching my son jump like a frog and reach like a giraffe. I can't recommend April's classes enough. read more

I bought a 3 class/$30 introductory pack and when I showed up for the third class, the receptionist told me my 30-day trial had expired the day before. While I might have missed the window, I don't understand the harm in extending my trial the extra day, and would have appreciated the courtesy. The classes seemed promising but I found this experience less-than-hospitable. read more

A friend and I bought the new person special and we loved all of the classes. They are a perfect blend of relaxation and being challenging. I really enjoyed the classes and try to take a class once of a week or so. During one of my classes the teacher came around and gave everyone a little shoulder and neck massage to help you relax your neck and shoulders. They have a lot of workshops and I have yet to try one but they sound great. Plus, they also offer people to volunteer at the front desk studio in exchange for class time. read more

While not a yogi, this place has a good vibe. They are serious about their yoga, so be prepared. Instructors are nice and eager to help. It is a small place, so book ahead. read more

Wish I were situated closer and that there were 7am Sunrise slots every day. It would be great to get to yoga before work on the weekdays. It's a bit crowded, or maybe I just frequent the crowded sessions, but on the whole I found the classes challenging and rejuvenating. read more

Simply loved this place!....One of my girlfriend's raved about it so I tagged along one day with her and really can say that I had a great experience at Bend & Bloom...It's a beautiful studio and the class was challenging but rewarding...Will definitely make the trip back. read more

Took my first class at Bend & Bloom today and it was great. I can't wait to go back.

I haven't done too much shopping around for yoga spots, so I don't have much to compare to- however I love Bend and Bloom! The studio is very chill and intimate- with thoughtful teachers and great schedules. Definitely try the student package- you'll be hooked! read more

I have to knock my review down a star now that Beth is no longer teaching at Bend and Bloom. She is just one of those irreplaceable, life-changing teachers. It's great that she's now teaching others how to follow in her footsteps, but she is missed!! All of the teachers there now are fine, but there's no comparison. Without going to close to see a prenatal guru of sorts, the very crowded classes and rather indifferent front desk reception are less overlook-able. read more

Best place in town for expecting mothers. Some of my clients where very happy with this place.

I love Bend&Bloom. I only had 2 classes so far but I am definitely going back for more. Fantastic studio and teachers. Love it. read more

Went to my first prenatal yoga class there today, really enjoyed it. The facility is very clean and relaxing, and the instruction was great. For me it was just the right speed, not too much, not too little and I felt great afterwards. I'll definitely be going back! read more

Bought a Yelp deal for this place and never used it...I moved outta NY! Wondering what to do about that. Place seems nice and the people were nice via phone, but the schedule was way too confusing hence why I never went before moving. Anyone wanna buy this deal I have from me? I chose NOT to give it rating, but I gave it 3 stars anyway, its kind of hard to review something I never actually participated in. read more

I love Bend & Bloom. I find the classes are great and variable but gave 4 stars because it's so pricey! I highly recommend it though. I will say the beginners classes are not beginners because most people that go there are all seasoned yogis but I'm okay with that. read more

I am still a newbie to yoga, but I felt very welcome to the studio. The instructors and the receptionist were polite. It was a serious workout and I will definitely be buying a 10-class pack soon! read more

If I were reviewing just the quality of teaching and the lovely studio decor and amenities, it would be 5 stars. But the jam-packed classes and the chaotic atmosphere make this place one of these least chill yoga studios I've ever visited. They have no problem selling spots in a class until you're one inch away from a neighbor in all directions. And they have no problem asking everyone to stop and come out of a pose so they can ask you all to squeeze together more to accommodate the four people that haven't yet figured out how to act like grown-ups and came 15 minutes late. It's really uncool. If you have the time to meditate and/or take a Xanax before a class in order to deal with the fu*kery, then come and enjoy it. Otherwise, try one of the many other studios in the Slope that have figured out how to balance being profitable while providing good service. read more

I really like the teachers and classes at Bend and Bloom, but the amount of people they squish into some of the classes I've attended makes me uncomfortable. I wish they would cap the classes at a certain number of people, so we are not breathing on each other. read more

What a cute studio. Friendly but not overly-so front entrance staff. Seemingly committed and kind practitioners. I went there for Jule Dorhmans class but there was a sub instead. she taught an excellent class, full of thoughtfulness and precision. It's clear she has been around the yoga study block and her class was one that took me deep into my own body. I will definitely return. read more

I like this place a lot. The space is soothing, spacious and welcoming and the instructors I've had have been great.

Highly recommend the tots yoga class with April. My daughter and I love it. April has that incredibly rare gift in a teacher: she is able to project calm and reassurance while being dynamic, creative and absolutely inspiring. She makes yoga accessible to toddlers by using stories, giving yoga poses creative, familiar names (dragon pose, basket pose), and praising their efforts and attention. The class not only brightens my daughter's Tuesdays and gives her a safe space to connect her body and imagination, but we see its lasting effects all week: from her demonstrating to us new poses April has taught her, to making up her own "poses" as she pretends to be the yoga instructor, to her recent use of her yoga breathing as a way to calm herself when she's upset. All pure gold to a parent and a great foundation for her love of yoga and awareness of her body in future years. read more

I love practicing here and miss it when I'm away. In terms of teachers, go to Amy for a slower, mindful, alignment-based flow; Jason for a funky-position heavy, experimental sweatfest; Nityda for a sweet and slow morning wake-me-up; Summer or Lindsay for a sweat-your-grey-pants-black, intense, deep experience and Cristina for a wonderfully relaxing restorative practice. Also: the kids yoga classes are phenomenal and my son cannot get enough. I wish there was a little more emphasis on the spiritual and theoretical side of things, but perhaps my schedule hasn't quite allowed me to meet those teachers yet. read more

Clean, beautiful - especially the large back room with the skylight and 2 windows. All the teachers I have had have been amazing, and different. Annie and her harmonium are great if you like to sing - it really does do something spiritually that adds to the yoga practice, and since the class is 90 minutes, there is still PLENTY of time for rigorous physical work as well. I have learned so much here, and can't wait to get back ( have to leave town for a couple of months). The monthly auto-renew is a great deal. Top notch. Cookies and tea, and very personable and friendly, too. read more

I've been going to B&B since it opened. I'm so lucky to have such an awesome yoga studio just blocks from my apartment. Each teacher has a unique teaching style and they're all great. read more

I really enjoy yoga at Bend and Bloom and after the first introductory 3 sessions I was hooked. I tried another studio before in the city, ISHTA yoga, and although I loved them to death it was too far for me to commute from work every day for yoga, so I looked for something closer to home. B&B is a close second and in some aspects far supercedes Ishta. They have a variety of Instructors but Marissa and Angie are my favorites. They encourage you to push yourself without losing sense of who you are or your boundaries but allow you to immerse yourself completely in the practice. There is only one instructor here I dont particularly like because she's a bit too fast and uses big names of poses instead of simpler ones for us laymen which makes it super hard to follow and can be flustering. Everyone else is very accomodating and I just ADORE the sunrise classes. I'm in it for the long haul! read more

I love this studio aesthetically. It's beautiful and was nice to do yoga in. But I took three classes there (they have a beginner's special), with three different instructors, and I only liked one of them. The first instructor was fine, but no adjustments or corrections. She just stood and instructed. The second class I almost walked out on because the instructor was not explaining how to do things the entire class didn't understand, and in addition was listening to a horrible pop mix. I love all kinds of music, but pop music is very distracting when doing yoga because it breaks concentration. The third class I took was with Amy Quinn - S. She was great. But it wasn't enough to keep me there... read more

Bend & Bloom is the best! Great teachers, amazing classes, nice studio!

this is a great yoga studio with wonderful instructors that are patient and knowledgeable. the best thing about bend & bloom is how welcoming the staff is. the classes are very good and my body truly benefited from the yoga exercise. my main goal was to stretch and revitalize my muscles after doing kick boxing 3 times a week for over a year. bend & bloom was just right and the classes they recommended were perfect. the rooms are large and clean too! read more

Bend & Bloom is really amazing for their variety of classes throughout the day, offering styles and levels for all practitioners. The teachers seem very well seasoned, making vinyasa flows creative and different each time. They give you a lot of attention with adjustments, and I feel like I've genuinely learned more about proper alignment and technique after going here. The studio is beautiful with two different rooms for some extra variety, and the front desk people are friendly. I would recommend this studio to pretty much anyone, though beware of the classes that take place at the same time as a parent-baby class (the audible screaming is horrible). read more

One of my two favorite studios in Brooklyn. I mostly stick to the Open Flow-Pay What You Can on Wednesday morning with Amy. Perfect amount of challenging and stretching and spirituality. It's a tough class and you will be pushed but it's a truly great yoga experience that sticks to a lot of classic style while incorporating different things each week. Amy in particular gives great pointers and adjustments. Additionally, they have a great store you can get apparel or yoga items. I've not indulged yet but they also serve some tea and cookies which is always nice, and often have special events going on. Altogether, an awesome community and space! read more

I was so excited to go here after hearing amazing things about the studio. I had a beyond awful experience. I went to an open flow + class. The class was not plus, it was more like a begginer class. If that was it it would have been fine. The teacher was awful. She was not clear in her directions and she was super disrespectful towards students. In fact she embarassed me in front of the whole class.I left in the middle and of course complained at the front desk. I was told she was a sub, and this was not reflective of the studio. The owner was super nice, but my experience was still awful. had I not been a lover of yoga this would have turned me off forever. i would never want anyone else to have this experienxe. what a shame read more

Came for a basics pay what you can class with Danielle. Shes super cute, and friendly--loved her. The poses were a bit difficult for me but I have stopped doing yoga--or any kind of exercise for a long time so its just me. I love that she plays great music in the background and she helps you as much as she can. Studio is dark, but large rooms. Id go back for sure!! read more

I love this place! Have been to several yoga studios in Brooklyn and this is by far my favorite. The teachers are great, and the classes are never too crowded (a real problem at some other places I've been). They accommodate a variety of levels, and aren't too hippie. This is a great studio if you want to come stretch and actually do yoga. read more

I love bend and bloom! The classes and teachers are amazing and the atmosphere is very calming and clean!

my new fave class is Sweet Relief which is part chill flow and part restorative) on Sunday nights... pure indulgence.

I love Bend and Bloom. There are some really amazing teachers there and they have given me such a great basic understanding of yoga and beyond. I recently moved to Boulder CO and have been able to keep up with some really advanced classes after a few years at Bend and Bloom. I love Kate, Daniella, Aditya, Summer and Angie. Great atmosphere and awesome Yoga. read more

Lovely space, very pleasant class. Took a class by Lindsay Ashmun (sp?), and enjoyed the pacing of the sequence as well as the music. Will definitely return! read more

I really enjoy going to Bend and Bloom. The studio is clean and well lit. They offer a lot of different classes (including early morning classes) that can accomodate my varied schedule. Most importantly, the instructors offer challenging classes in which they carefully explain expectations and work with you to improve your practice. I appreciate how they explain the poses and offer adjustments to your poses. The folks who run this studio go out of their way to make sure that clients are taken care of. read more

5 stars for the class itself, 2 for the facilities, 3 for the vibe, 3 for the price. I purchased an intro special 3 classes for 30 (which is great but it's something like 20/class after that) I'm interested in seeing what the experience will be when I return for my other two classes. I really enjoyed the Friday night flow and restorative a few weeks ago and despite my dislike for excessive prop use had some nice discoveries using them. It's always lovely to be surprised! There is no real locker or dressing room here, so if you have a busy life and don't live walking distance there's little chance to get ready and change (or shower) for your next commitment. There's a small room though partitioned off from the main room with a sheet for basic changing.. I did experience the front office environment to be spacious, airy and calm, but actually experienced the staff to be a little hostile and snooty. read more

I love this place! It is my default yoga studio in Brooklyn. However, I wish their classes are more clearly delineated, and they would offer more classes at more varying levels. An Open Flow class can range anywhere from beginner/intermediate to advanced, depending on the instructor. More often than not, modifications during these Open Flow classes are not clearly offered. And I definitely have to agree with another reviewer on this studio's problem with managing class capacity. A lot of times, the Open Flow classes are so crowded that it feels like I'm practicing at Yoga to the People, where my mat would almost be stacked on top of my neighbors'! It's probably good business strategy, but definitely not good for individual attention. I'd like to see the addition of basic-intermediate, intermediate, and intermediate-advanced classes on the schedule. read more