I periodically practice at Yoga Parkside because they participate in ClassPass. I have attended a…read morecouple of their Yin classes and a few Vinyasa classes. It is located in a church so when you enter you immediately feel like you are in sacred space-there is that church smell that comes along with it. It is also a multi-use space, so there might be a dance or music lesson occurring while you are practice (important to know if you are really looking for a quieter yoga experience). It can be cold in some of the yoga spaces (there are a few spaces, one is an attic, one is a dance studio) so I recommend that you dress warmly and then remove layers if needed. I can't fully relax when I'm cold. They have all the props that are necessary for various classes so you don't have to bring your own.

Attended my first class tonight and enjoyed it a lot! It was easy enough for somebody that hasn't…read moredone yoga in a couple years, but also challenging. I'd be lying if I said I didn't sweat a little bit. Luckily they provide a little towel for you! I also liked that there were blocks provided too! I will definitely be back for another class sometime.

If you are considering becoming a certified hot yoga instructor, I highly recommend Evolation Yoga…read more& Zafea's teacher training program. This experience challenged me, strengthened my practice, and helped me grow both personally and professionally. Zafea creates a supportive environment that inspires confidence, discipline, and self-awareness while providing the knowledge and guidance needed to grow as a teacher. I am truly grateful for this transformative experience and would absolutely recommend it to anyone serious about deepening their practice and becoming an instructor.

I love this place. Really love the atmosphere. Susan is a wonderful instructor, gentle vibes and…read morevery welcoming. This is my favorite place in Buffalo to practice Bikram yoga.

One of my favorite yoga studios in Buffalo. I always try to stop in when I'm home visiting. They…read moreoffer a recovery/yin style yoga once or twice a week and it's my absolute favorite. All the teachers are the nicest people and make you feel like you're right at home. If you're from the area or visiting I highly recommend you drop in for a class.

Great new yoga studio on Niagara street right next to Resurgence and upper level of Bootleg Bucha…read more LIM has been around for quite some time doing pop up classes throughout Buffalo but now they finally have a groovy space to call their own. Feel free to bring your own yoga mat but they got you covered if you forget it. Also LIM supplies each class with yoga accessories to use at your liking (think: block, blanket). The space is super chill with yoga instructors who know what they are doing but also won't judge you if you don't know what in the world a Savasana or an Asana is ( yes I just googled those terms). I really enjoy my cardio but it is good to take a moment to just be and chill. LIM definitely sets the bar for allowing you to take some time and reflect while focusing on challenging moves. If you like yoga this is DEFF the place for you. If you're like me and feel hesitant to go because you like your spinning, running, HITT, or whatever it may be - JUST GO anyway - taking 1 day out of your week to break from the norm and really focus inward makes a difference. At least for me anyway. Class times vary check the website for specific times. Also they periodically offer classes and workshops that target specific interests to enhance your practice.

My wife loves this place. She takes individual Pilates…read moreclass from Sopha. Very reasonably priced and they do a super great job. Doesn't look like much on the outside but well organized and well equipped on the inside.

Studio Sophia is a little hidden gem in Kenmore on Delaware above Fitness Factory, Deanna is a…read morepersonal trainer who has specialized in Pilates for a decade. Deanna is so inspiring, personable, fit, and really knows her stuff. Her home studio is so comfortable and peaceful and she has fantastic equipment. My Mother and daughter and sister do private lessons and have seen amazing results from just a few weeks of instruction - leaner, longer muscles, better posture and less back pain, and she has helped me build strength in my core after having 3 children. Other fun things include classes like; Zumba, Power pilates, bootcamp and even a running club!

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.

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!

The Pilates Loft is located inside East Meets West Yoga (Buffalo Foundry location). Parking can be…read morea little wonky so you might want to get there early (this is a shared space so lots of competition for parking, but generally you can find something). When I entered I was greeted by the EMW front desk staff and directed back to the Pilates room. The room itself is quite beautiful and well appointed. There is some Pilates equipment (forgive me that I don't know the name of all of it), but the course that I was taking focused on mat work. There are plenty of mats available if you don't have one. Larry was our instructor and he was outstanding. He walked the class through a series of warm ups and then the Pilates exercises. Larry was clearly an expert in anatomy and physiology, which really impressed me. He walked us through each exercise and made sure that we were all attending to proper form. Since the class was small, Larry was able to give lots of individual attention (which I loved). After class was over, he checked in with me to ensure that everything went well and that I felt comfortable in the class. I even forgot my water bottle after class and he ran it out to me in the parking lot. Overall, I would recommend the Pilates loft if you are looking to get friendly and personal Pilates instruction in a location where you could also get your yoga on. The workout wasn't as intense as I generally like, but keep in mind tha this was only my second Pilates class and I'm sure that with time it can be intensified.

I am a huge fan of pilates regardless, but was blown away by this class and the space here. The…read moreinstructors know what they are doing and are fantastic at giving you no-touch, descriptive instruction that completely changes your form. I feel like I actually understand what I am doing when I'm in class here. Wonderful open loft/factory style space with large windows. Max I've seen in class here is four people, so you can really get the customized attention you might want. Parking is a bit of a pickle, as the spaces are two deep and you may get blocked in by someone at a longer yoga session. So just be aware when parking. If you know you have to leave in a hurry you can let the front desk know and they'll stick a cone behind your car.

They are the best! Very good for beginners and seniors. I highly recommend this business!…read more They are the best! Very good for beginners and seniors. I highly recommend this business!

I finally found a wonderful meditative yoga practice in Buffalo...and it turned out to be only a…read morefew blocks away from my apartment! I've heard about the Himalayan Institute for a while, but finally took the plunge and signed up for a 6-week long class series of their "Level II" yoga classes last night. The Himalayan Institute is a wonderful 501(3)c non-profit that offers yoga classes, workshops, lectures, etc inside their elegant mansion on Delaware Ave. When you stop in, you feel like you're inside a cozy home. There's a place to take off your shoes and an immediate bookstore to your left. Further down, there's the main living room where classes take place. It helps to take a class that has 10-12 people and not too much more as the room can get pretty crowded with 16+ people or so I hear. Here's what stands out about the Himalayan Institute: their yoga classes generally center around a meditation-practice. As a result, I feel incredibly relaxed and focused afterward. As opposed to some classes (such as Evolation), where I sweat like I'm inside some Finnish bathhouse and leave the class with more of an exercise high. With most classes, you have to sign up for a full 6-week commitment (usually $80), although they do offer drop-in classes on Thursdays from 5:30-6:30pm for beginners ($5) and on Saturdays (9:30-11am) for a more intermediate ($10) practice. In summary, I adore their meditative approach, yoga teachers as well as the novelty of practicing yoga inside a cozy old mansion. Unfortunately, there are no accessible showers in the facility, but there is a bathroom where you can change.

My first time at Symmetry Pilates and it was a great experience. I was impressed with the quick…read moreresponses and communication from the owner and instructor about signing up as a new student. They offer small group classes, 5 to a class, so the instructor and check on everyone and help as needed. The class was familiar yet challenging to what I'm used to and I was able to keep up without a problem. They have a lot of equipment that they rotate into the classes to keep it fresh and interesting. I'm excited to try the tower and chair at future classes.

I joined Symmetry Pilates 6 months ago and the results have been amazing…read more With the guidance of Judi Donner, I have lost 14 pounds and several inches off my waist, hips and thighs. I have strengthened my core and toned and tightened my muscles. With multiple pieces of equipment and countless exercises, there is always something new. I enjoy going to my Pilates sessions because not only am I getting a total workout, but Judi also makes it fun. The studio is always exceptionally clean and so relaxing with Zen music in the background. Having tried other types of workout programs, this is by far the best thing I have ever done for my body and mind.