I have been exploring the relationship between qi gong and reiki. I found A Thousand Cranes Studios…read moreduring my trip to Boston for a convention. During my session with Leda I asked questions and then learned some foundational qi gong practices. Leda is very knowledgable and her studio is beautiful and serene. I look forward to learning more from her. She has a gentle and friendly manner while sharing ancient knowledge based on her practice and study.

I've wanted to learn tai chi for a long time. When I went to Leda Elliot's class I knew I'd found…read morethe right teacher! Leda is deeply rooted in her knowledge and experience. She explains the martial arts background of the moves as we go along, giving depth to what we're doing. In only a handful of classes, I learned a whole routine I can practice at home or on the beach. It's exhilarating! Her studio is gorgeous, just steps from the ocean. Can't wait to learn more!

This temple is the great place for the ceremonies. The temple's people very helpful and do what we…read moreask for. I did not do anything, they do all the works even the kitchen. They did not asked for payment or tips, it's up to my family offered them. Note, I see the reviews below, it's ridiculous! I can tell, they never been in the temples in their whole lives, and it's first time form them. They just go to the temple and do nothing, no cooking, no cleaning, no helping, no bring the trash to the dumpster, not even was the dishes. The temple's people cleaning after the event and not their family. The temple's people do all the work for their family's funeral. The people who took the foods, it's not the temple's people, they were their people went to join their ceremonies. Sometime, they only paid the temple's gas, heating/AC, or electricity for $200 or $300 or $500 for two days and one night of the ceremony. If we compare to the funeral home, American Funeral Home, we paid them at least $10,000 to $20,000, but no one complain a sh*t.

Exactly 22 years ago, my dad had his funeral service done here at the temple. His urn was kept…read morethere since then. Recently, I went to vist my hometown, Lowell, to pay a tribute to my dad at the temple. I prayed for about 15 minutes. Then I kindly asked the staffs if they could help me locate my dad's urn. I was struggling with my Cambodian words trying to communicate with the monks and staffs and they finally brought me to a small closet where they kept all the urns. The closet was very small and packed with all the urns. It was unorganized! All the letters were written in Cambodian! I couldn't read any of those. I only spent about 15 minutes searching for my dads urn because the staffs were getting ready for another funeral service. In the end, I didn't find it. As long I know he is in a good place and that I pay a tribute to him is all that matters. I wouldn't not recommend anyone to walk alone in the area eventhough Lowell is slowly improving. The temple is small and clean. A good place to pray for loved ones.

I had no idea that there was a Buddhist Temple right next door in Wakefield. I was lucky enough to…read morebe invited by a close friend to go to the Temple for a relaxation session. Upon arriving at the Temple, I was surprised by its exterior appearance as it looked like a standard multi-family just like the other structures on the street. We walked through the front door into a large foyer with a few miscellaneous wall hangings and shelving for everyone's shoes. So I removed my boots and placed them on a shelf and followed my friend up a small flight of stairs and through a doorway. As I passed through the doorway in to a large room approximately 50 feet by 40 feet, I was transported to a Buddhist Temple. The wood floors perfectly polished, not even a smudge. From the ceiling hung an unlimited amount of beautiful Chinese Paper Lanterns. Then I glanced to the left and that's when I knew I was in an authentic Buddhist Temple. A larger than life Golden Wall Statue, 2 10 foot murals, a 5 foot bell which must be heard miles away, a wall of mini statues with lights and much much more. The room had an Aura of peace and wellbeing. Everyone gathered in a circle around the Crystal Healing Bowls and the Lightworker. I proceeded to make myself comfortable by arranging 3 mats so I could sit, lay and relax in major comfort. I was then treated to a session of relaxation accompanied by Crystal Healing Bowls and miscellaneous relaxation sounds and words from the Lightworker. This particular Lightworker also uses Tibetan Singing Bowls which I hope to experience on my next journey to a cleansed soul. This all lasted for approximately an hour and when it was done, it was as if my soul was cleansed and free of all bad and stressful things, almost a state of pure freedom and happiness. This is believe it or not a free session, but it's customary to leave a donation on your way out. Average donation would be $20-$25/per person. Quite a bargain for the experience. I am definitely going to attend more various sessions here. I give Mun Su Sa Buddhist Temple a Solid 5 Stars.

Soul City is a fantastic studio. They are so welcoming and inclusive, and I am sad I don't live in…read morethe area. It was so refreshing to be encouraged to breathe loudly and to have flows that incorporate varying asanas, instead of the common ones that every white-washed yoga studio in this country continues to overuse. Not only is the staff great, but the other students are friendly too. They studio is very pretty, with nice art and string lights. The wood floors were a bit hard for me, but I double mat anyway, and Soul City has blankets. I appreciate the open windows and the air filter. I'll be returning whenever I'm visiting home.

I've come here a couple of times and have loved my experience each time. The classes take place in…read morean intimate room that is both well light and dim. So far I have loved the yoga fire classes but will definitely be coming back for the mat or sculpt classes. Chantelle is super friendly and makes me want to come back for more, highly recommend!

This place is amazing. The best meditation place I have been too! I am going to their Health and…read moreHappiness retreat. The best retreat I have ever been to very relaxing and calming. It helps with my health issues. I feel so much peace when I leave their and my aniexty is gone. Thanks to the help from the staff and the Center I feel it has made a difference in my life.

This place is amazing. Sharon is so kind! I started going here a week ago, and it has changed my…read morelife already. I feel amazing. I will be doing the videos at home every morning for positive energy to start my day! Tanya

Two words: Hidden. Gem. I am newer to the North Shore area…read moreand have been looking for a place to practice for months. I have been off the yoga scene for a while as I grew tired of the plethora of breathy faux-spirituality, and sweat boxes to faint in. This place is anything but that. Today's class with Pam is everything I have been looking for. She is rooted, calming, real, and guides with wisdom and grace. The studio is soothing, clean, welcoming, and elegantly unfussy. Within the first ten minutes, I could feel myself unwinding, and felt like a different person by the end of class. I am so thankful to have found you EBYM. Sincerely, A Future Regular

This studio is a scam. We paid online, received a confirmation and no one was there. Later we…read morecalled and left numerous messages and emailed. We were never contacted and the email bounced. A facebook search found that this had happened to others.

I came by during the open house "walk through the villages". What a beautiful open clean space! I…read moreinstantly felt like my stresses were melting through the floor. The staff are very informative and gentle. Crista, Dot, and Scott were there explaining the many benefits of yoga. Being a quiet person I find the small size of the class 10-12 people feels intimate and personalized to my needs. I feel like I can actually do this. I am definitely coming to try yoga. Thank you.

My husband and I were visiting town for the long weekend and decided to take Alli's Sunday morning…read morevinyasa class. It was the perfect start to our day! The studio was easy to find, the woman at the check-in desk was efficient and friendly at getting us signed up, and she even let us borrow two yoga mats for free which was much appreciated as we were traveling without our usual personal mats. The studio upstairs was quite hot (unintentionally, I believe) but Alli kept everyone motivated and present despite the heat. The studio is sizable and pretty with lots of assistive props to borrow. Alli's flow was really dynamic and challenging. I also am a yoga teacher, and I found myself enjoying her class a lot! Would definitely come back if we are in the area again!

Treetop now forever has my heart. When I moved to Cape Ann last year I was slowly finding my way to…read morea yoga community. I decided to give them a Treetop a try with their new student special. Let's just say its been a year and 4 months since I have found my yoga home. They offer so much variety in the types of classes and workshops and they really mean it when they say that every body is welcome. The teachers all are incredible and make you feel like you are a part of their community instantly. If you are visiting and looking for a yoga class or new to the area and looking for a new yoga home - GO HERE! You will not be disappointed.