Long time member and have loved every aspect of CrossFit Kirkwood…read more The community is the best aspect of the gym. The members are a very eclectic group that fully support one another. This creates a collaborative and fun atmosphere which is always welcoming to new members and also pushes individuals to challenge themselves within a nurturing environment and helps each person achieve their health and fitness goals and see results beyond their expectations. The trainers are well-informed and place a strong emphasis on proper form and safety which leads to sustainable development. They do an exceptional job of pinpointing each athlete's fitness level whether complete novice or world class athlete or anywhere in between and help them get to the next level. There are countless examples and I have watched with enjoyment as time and time again people make complete transformations in their health and fitness with the help of CrossFit Kirkwood. The rates are high, but worth every penny and then some because the results are real and the community is without compare. Full disclosure: I am an active member of CrossFit Kirkwood, but have no stake in the ownership nor do I work for the gym in any capacity

CF Kirkwood is awesome. And still very much open. Great owner/staff. Great crowd.read more

Crossfit 70 has changed my life. After a depressing diagnosis from my doctor just after my 30th…read morebirthday, I knew I needed to kick my exercise goals into high gear. Crossfit70 did just that. In just 3 months of membership, and only minimal diet changes, I've lost almost 30lbs and almost 2 shirt sizes! I'm the fittest I have ever been - even in better shape then when I played Football in High School. The gym (or box as CrossFit athletes call it) is really unlike any other gym I've been to. (Club fitness, Gold's Gym, YMCA and other CrossFit locations). Even though I started at over 300 lbs, I never felt intimidated or looked down upon for my weight. Chris and Courtney, along with the other trainers are super encouraging and realistic about your fitness limitations. Plus they cater to people of all ages, shapes and sizes. Not just the super tone "meatheads" you find at other fitness centers. Best of all, I'm made a lot of new friends at Crossfit70. It really has become almost like a second family. Give it a try. You'll be SO glad that you did.

As a former personal trainer, you'd think I knew how to move my body well and could keep myself…read moreaccountable and motivated in my awesome home gym. But...even with a great home gym, I was always putting others before my workout time which left me feeling down and gaining weight. Crossfit70 has super knowledgable coaches who are there to help improve your form and see that you are safely lifting, all while cheering you on. I've seen my body losing fat, gaining muscle and friends. It is such an awesome community - everyone rooting for everyone else. We are all works in progress, but Crossfit70 has helped me better myself a little more each day.

Another business owner neighbor sent me over to meet the yoga instructor, and honestly... I was…read moresold at "yoga." Walked over, introduced myself, and yep she's a total vibe. I also met the owners... hilarious. Like, the kind of business owners who don't take themselves too seriously, which immediately makes you want to hang around longer. I'll be honest, I almost didn't end up taking a class at all . The website had me going in circles trying to find straightforward pricing -- everything led to booking an appointment, consult , email .. yada yada As a traveler, sometimes you just want a simple low cost affordable drop-in option, maybe a short-term deal, or even ClassPass for ease. (Would love to see them on cp in the future!) But plot twist... the instructor offered me a deal I couldn't refuse for both yoga and a CrossFit class after and I'm really glad I said yes. The yoga class? My jam. Palo santo, incense, crystals, great music... and hands-on assists (!!!). Where have those gone lately? Such a rare and appreciated touch. And the sandbags during Savasana? Next level. One across the pelvis, one across the chest,completely grounding. I was OUT. Loved every second. Only thing missing was heat, but honestly, it was perfect leading into a workout. Doing yoga in a CrossFit gym is a whole vibe. The acoustics, the graffiti walls, a little Fleetwood Mac... it felt like a perfectly chaotic, beautiful mix. Kind of like my brain on a good day. Then came the CrossFit class... It was a MET-con workout day (hello cardio), which I usually love, but this one didn't quite hit for me personally. The pacing sits in that in-between zone..not quite sprint, not quite heavy endurance . Im a turtle speed and my brain prefers one or the other. I hate the in between . Coach modified my distance a bit to make it work out timing wise for everyone to finish around the same time but I'm definitely more of a "leave me on the floor questioning my life choices" kind of workout person. That said, that's just me. I'd absolutely come back to try a strength-focused day. What really stood out was the community ...super welcoming, encouraging, and just good energy all around.

Even when you have an injury my level 3 coach is able to modify the workout for you. So well…read morethought out and love the new space with great showers!

I came in for a drop-in class because I was only going to be in the area for a few days and it was…read moreeverything I hoped it would be. I recently got my CF-L1 training certification and head coach Kelly Jackson was an instructor for the 2-day event so I knew she was a great coach and was really excited to have her as a coach in her home gym. The first class is complementary, and there were 3 other drop-ins other than me. All the regulars at the gym were very friendly and welcoming to us, in true CrossFit fashion. I spoke to one of the regulars and she talked about how she came from another CrossFit gym and she raves about the coaches here and how much more she has learned in skills since switching gyms. Atmosphere wise, it is a VERY nice place. CrossFit gyms have a reputation for being pretty *minimal* in amenities, aka, just all the equipment in an industrial-park style building. They have well-kept and clean bathrooms, benches for hanging up bags/coats and changing shoes, a table area for chilling, gear/clothing/drinks for purchase, and a couch/game area with a pool table for general chilling and socializing. The gym space itself is pretty spacious and has bikes, rowers, skiergs, and air runners (those self-powered treadmills). Most CF gyms don't have all those cardio machine options so it was fun to have the variety. For those new to the CrossFit environment, they offer special "on ramp" time slots for coaching those new to the movements to SAFELY adjust to some of the more difficult movements, intensity, and lifestyle. I would 100% stop by if I end up in the area again and I would recommend this location to all levels and ages looking for a great CrossFit family to join

Great experience! Welcoming and friendly. WOD was very well instructed! We dropped in as we were in…read morethe area visiting family. Highly recommend this gym!

The Solar Yoga Center of St. Louis is a non-profit yoga center, which means that their prices are…read morerelatively low, their staff is all volunteer, which is their practice of karma yoga, and their schedule is not exactly regular. I started coming here almost as soon as I arrived in STL in November because it was reasonably close to where I live and their monthly unlimited pass is ONLY $40. I have been practicing yoga for over a year now in Chicago, Asheville, and Pittsburgh. I have practiced Hatha, Vinyasa, Jivamukti and Anusara, and although I am definitely still a beginner in quite a few ways (can't do the majority of inversions or lotus, for example), there have been times when I've left Solar Yoga believing that I could have taught a better yoga class. A few of those times include: --any time when the "psychophysical warm-ups" last longer than 30 minutes --when teachers call the pose by the wrong name; "boat" for "downward facing bow," for example --when the directions for the sun salutations are given over a CD instead of from the teacher; I could have stayed home and listened to a CD or watched a yoga video! I also don't understand why there is the "Western" greeting of "Pax." "Namaste" is one of the most beautiful parts about yoga for me. And, "peace" and "may the divine light in me recognize the divine light in you," don't exactly translate. However, the center does have its high points. It cultivates a great sense of community that I have not experienced at any other yoga studio I've ever been a member of. Especially a newbie here in STL, I can say that I truly appreciate this. Rebecca gives a fantastic class on Thursday nights! Not only does she lead you through an accessible yet challenging series of Hatha poses the entire time, she also seals the practice with "om" at the end. Jaime, on Monday, nights, is another great teacher. I really like his approach to the more challenging standing poses, such as Half-Moon. However, he is out of town until 3/29/11. Bummer. Ella, at the Saturday 11:30 class, leads a pretty playful practice and has helped me cultivate a stronger sense of compassion for myself both on and off the mat. Part of me has to accept that this is the studio I need right now in my life, even though it's also really the only one I can truly afford right now. That can be hard to swallow, but I know that some days it's revealing to me that I am very much my own, wise teacher and other days it's delighting me with its wisdom. Namaste.

I really like this yoga center. There are hardwood floors, a wall of mirrors and adequate parking…read more The classes are great and is good for beginners and more advanced students. I can't speak about all of the instructors, but Sylvia is the one I go to, and she is awesome! And, I am not giving this place five stars because of their schedules...the classes are not one after the other...but spread out. You really have to go there to find out when their classes are.

South River Yoga is an amazing community with a great knowledgeable team and a warm, welcoming…read moreatmosphere.

Great studio. Very supportive staff. I was here for the Earth Day Festival. Such a great experience…read more.

DeNay is a delight to train with. She's very lively and keeps a consistent practice. Her yoga…read moreclasses are a good mix of strength, flow and restorative. The cardio kickboxing class is challenging and worth going consistently.

I've been working out with DeNay since 2018 and couldn't be more pleased with my results. Amazing…read moreinspiration, motivation, and compassion is what you'll find with DeNay. I wouldn't be where I am today without her help. I'm down 30 pounds and feel stronger than ever before. She has so much knowledge to share from movement to diet and she's going to keep it real with you, so if you're ready to make the changes necessary to live a healthier lifestyle, come meet DeNay, I promise you'll find everything you've been looking for in a trainer!

I can't say enough great things about Gracie Barra O'Fallon. From day one, the instructors and…read morestudents were welcoming, supportive, and professional. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and do an amazing job working with all skill levels -- whether you're a complete beginner or experienced in martial arts. The atmosphere is positive, motivating, and family-oriented. Classes are well structured, challenging, and fun, and you can tell the instructors genuinely care about helping everyone improve both on and off the mats. The facility is clean, organized, and creates a great environment to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense, discipline, and confidence. Highly recommend Gracie Barra O'Fallon to anyone looking for high-quality martial arts training in the area!-Ashley

We have had an incredible experience bringing our 8 year old to Gracie Barra O'Fallon. The…read moreinstructors teach values, skills, decision making and confidence that translate far beyond the mats. We highly recommend this location for boys and girls of all ages looking for a positive environment with great role models and a fun application of martial arts.