I've been going to MYS for eight years and it's not an accident I keep going. Lindsay runs a tight…read moreship and cares about each and every student. I've learned a lot and am in better condition because of it. She is honest, fair, and committed to good works.

The professionalism and care that owner puts into sessions and clients is unmatched. Beautiful…read morespace to develop my physical and internal strength.

THE GOOD: The…read moreteachers are mostly excellent (detailed, patient, and mindful of student's varying levels). The front desk staff is mostly helpful, cheerful, and welcoming. The studio is conveniently located near the Porter Square T stop and has plenty of nearby parking, making transportation easy. And, importantly, it's a judgement-free zone. If you need to modify your practice or take unscheduled breaks in class, no one will bat an eye. In fact, teachers encourage it. All great things. THE NOT SO GOOD: My first time at the studio, no one helped orient me to the space. I found myself asking dozens of questions, gradually annoying the front desk staff. I wish someone recognized I was new to Down Under and provided a brief tour. Down Under also seems to disregard the comfort of its students. Recently, the water fountain and upstairs bathroom in the studio were out of service. Only the basement bathroom had running water. For a hot yoga studio, providing access to water seems essential. But, during the water shutdown, the only option was to go to the basement and fill up your water bottle from the bathroom tap (which only dribbled lukewarm water). Worst of all, the water issue lasted for several days. The whole experience wasn't just inconvenient, it also felt callous of Down Under to not provide a basic thing like hydration. They could have offered bottled water (even for a fee) or put up a temporary water station with one of those large Gatorade jugs. But, no: the only option was lukewarm tap water from the dank basement bathroom. Every day I went to class, there were at least 2-3 students waiting impatiently (often dripping in sweat since the studio is regularly heated to 105 degrees) before and after practice. The Porter Square location is also just janky. I've heard staff describe it as "old school" or "vintage." These are euphemisms for what it really is: an aging space lacking amenities. I've been to the more modern and amenity-filled Down Under studios in Harvard Square and Central Square. Changing rooms, tiled private showers, pilates rooms, etc. exist at these other locations. In Porter Square? You'll have to change clothes in a curtained off area that barely provides privacy. I've had someone walk in on me while changing twice. More annoying is the fact that the changing rooms in the studio are often pitch dark. Since they are in the corner, little daylight reaches them and staff do not turn on the corner lights before or after class. So, you're stuck changing in the dark. With all the investments made in other studios, you'd think Down Under could upgrade basic things in Porter Square like changing spaces with latched doors. Nope. Yet another example of the studio's disregard of students' comfort. Still, I retain my monthly membership. Why? Well, I was initially drawn in when I read Down Under's website which proudly proclaims it is "America's Best Yoga, Pilates, and Fitness." I disagree. It's not America's best. It's just the least worst option in Cambridge.

This is my favorite yoga studio in the entire Boston area. I couldn't believe how spacious the…read morepractice space is!!! The teachers are so experienced and there is a lot to choose from, mostly Hot Power flows! So wonderful to feel that heat! The staff are so supportive and friendly and check in was very smooth.

Googled Hot Yoga in Boston and came up with this one. We were surprised when we arrived that the…read moreclass was not heated. Actually it was cold. The vinyasa class was pretty basic. Beautiful studio though. I'd come here for a mellow recovery class. But it wasn't really the heated vinyasa work out I was looking for.

One of my friends was a member here and brought me along for a class. We came on a Monday night for…read morehot yoga and it wasn't very busy, which was preferable to me. The instructor was great and walked us through each of the poses. I left feeling like I got a pretty solid workout. It was a bit hard finding the studio, but thankfully my friend showed me where it was. I'm not sure I'd join for the price, considering it didn't seem like there were other options besides yoga there, but it could make sense for someone who's really into yoga!

Really disappointing experience here. Instructors are sub par, though Sunday restore class was ok…read more Front desk staff could not be any less interested in you - as a new student no tour, no friendly hellos, no instructions. Here is why I won't be going back to the studio - it was raining when I walked in, put my umbrella in the yoga mat bag, then shoes in shoe cubby then coat in top. Told front desk lady (who again could not be any less interested). Walked out of the class and some member moved everything to the other cubby zone - THIS UNACCEPTABLE! No one told me, no one stopped her. Why is someone touching my stuff and making a decision on where to move thing, when I specifically told front desk lady (who said nothing) that's that's where my stuff will be as otherwise I will likely forget the umbrella (that's why I put it in the yoga mat bag). No one asked for permission this other lady attending the class just made a decision to move without asking without announcing. I was asking where my stuff is when I walked out of the class, front desk lady had no idea. Again completely unacceptable - no one touches someone else's stuff without announcement or permission to do so! Especially post covid!

Love this studio. Beautiful, serene, clean space. Great shop! Plenty of space for stashing coats /…read morebags, etc. And changing rooms. Only annoyance is the bathroom is down a hallway around the back of the studio, it's a bit weird. Hand sanitizer pumps in the studio would be helpful. They make you take shoes off in the foyer, which is a tad annoying but does keep the place nice and clean. Water cooler to fill bottles. Staff is really sweet. The mom and baby classes are excellent - there's yoga on Tuesdays and barre on Thursdays and the instructors are terrific. Very relaxed classes, no big deal if baby cries or you need to nurse, etc. They also have special classes and series regularly, which is nice. Very accessible on the 92 or 93 bus line (runs downtown - Haymarket to financial district - to/from Charlestown). Not the cheapest - $20 for a drop-in. But I think it's worth it.

Have heard mixed reviews, in hearing from East Boston locals, there is an exclusionary aspect to…read morethe way staff treat patrons. Particularly, people of color or those who are not direct friends of the staff have reported on more than one occasion that they are not treated with the same level of hospitality. This is disappointing considering it is the only studio in this area. When people are consistently ignored when they say "hi" or "bye" and others notice, there is a cultural issue.

Class was okay-The overall studio was space was convenient to get to and probably the only yoga and…read morebarre studio in East Boston(?). The space provides free yoga mats and all accessories needed for barre and yoga. The vinyasa class I took I did not find challenging. The sequencing did not flow nor did the music and I left feeling like I did not get a good workout in. Maybe this is due to my skill level but I found it to be meh. I don't think I would go back.

I attended a Flow and Restore class with Heather. It was a very relaxing class! An even mix of slow…read moreflow and restorative postures. Heather offers optional hands-on reiki/touch during savasana which I loved! The studio space itself has a very grounded and peaceful energy. I can tell they have cultivated a nice community there!

A tremendous and welcoming studio. As an out of town visitor both Nikki McMaster and Beth Fricke…read morewere so welcoming, professional and I could tell loved the classes they were teaching. I cannot recommend this yoga studio enough. I am so lucky to have found them and will visit anytime I'm in Boston. Thank you!

Have been going to Soma for nearly a year, and recommend it to anyone looking to get into or back…read moreinto yoga! Beautiful space in a great location with wonderful instructors (thank you & shoutout to Jo, Kristina, Ruth, Michael, Carly, Sandy, Emily, Kim, Jill, and Anna)! Every single class I've taken has been outstanding. My favorite are the flow classes, but I've also enjoyed gentle flow, heated, and mat Pilates.

My friend took me to a Yin restorative class at SOMA since I was in town visiting and I loved it…read more We walked to the studio which is located on a Main Street in North End and there was a lot of foot traffic outside around 6 pm on a weekday. As we walked in we were greeted with 3 flights of stairs before getting to the entrance. We love a little workout before moving lol. Upon entrance into the studio I immediately felt at home. I could definitely see myself hanging out at this studio if I lived in Boston. They have a retail space, lounge area, changing area, locker area, area with information about each instructor, and 2 studio rooms. The studio seemed as diverse as Boston is with a handful of POC in the studio while I was there. They have high ceilings, exposed brick and wood floors --it's really a vibe. They have ample amounts of props and class formats including yin, heated yoga and Pilates fusion. We enjoyed our yin class it was just a bit packed so you constantly had to watch where you were putting your arm. Overall I would recommend, it's a beautiful space. And a plus you can get dessert from the many bakeries that are within minutes of the yoga studio.

What a great studio! It was so beautiful to be sweating it out in hot yoga, flowing through…read morecreatively constructed flows with snow softly falling outside the window. Nicole was an awesome teacher. Definitely coming back next time I'm in Boston.

I've been practicing here for the last two winters, while living in town, and I love it. Really…read moregreat instructors who are authentically passionate about teaching. Good variety of classes with 2 studio spaces and at all hours throughout the day. Definitely recommend!