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!

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.

I have been to numerous bootcamps, I decided to try this one since I was new to the area and I was…read morelooking for that community involvement. I'm glad I did. Kelly, the owner, answered all of my questions quickly and efficiently. She made me feel comfortable to go to my first class and work out hard enough that I hurt for a good week and a half afterward. Seriously, I didn't think I had abs. Surprise! They hurt. I've really enjoyed every class I've gone to. The pricing is great and classes are so easy to register for online. The interior is cleaned regularly and the workout room is huge with high ceilings. It's never too hot in there, the music system is loud and enjoyable and I love that Kelly and the other trainers will work you until you physically cannot. But if you have any injuries or problem areas, they will work around it for you and adjust the workout accordingly. Highly recommend!

This studio has all the makings of a great place but has a few areas to work on. First, there is a…read morelot of chatter in the yoga room itself (and a few cell phones going off during class). I prefer a quieter experience when I enter my yoga space, but that's me. The class itself was hatha so I wasn't expecting an experience where i would be dripping sweat, but this was a very gentle class...yes you can deepen the postures as you need to, but that was challenging when there were so many people in the class that we had little room to accommodate. There is a really beautiful alter that adds a lot to the atmosphere, along with plenty of props for use. There was restrooms and changing areas available as well.

A great studio that offers a wide diversity of classes, from 'hot flow' to Vinyasa to Gentle Yoga…read moreand even occasional specialty classes of sorts. The studio is beautiful. Michael, the owner is a knowledgeable teacher and often brings in new practices from the conferences / etc he attends. There's signs on the ceiling of the main studio that remind you to "focus" and "smile," and the smaller details add a nice touch that demonstrates that a lot of care was put into making this a welcoming environment. The reason I'm only giving it four stars is because there is definitely room to make this place more homey and welcoming. I would suggest: a) Free tea, free mat rentals, a free class every now and then, just some perks. Maybe I like free stuff a little too much, but I think this place could benefit from being more generous to its regulars (they do deals on LivingSocial every now and then) and getting the community more involved.

The space is pretty and I love coming to the classes here. The instructors overall have been nice…read morebut sometimes the room does feel a bit small ESPECIALLY when everything heats up in the middle of summer.

Love it here!! Never guilty for going to yoga! Always a good feeling leaving for just showing up to…read morethe mat, some days are harder than others, PYB makes it all worth while. Great instructors!

I appreciate all that Applied Fitness has done to keep their clients healthy, motivated and moving…read moreduring this COVID-19 period. They offered free Facebook Live classes as well as information concerning nutrition/meal planning, stress management/other healthy habits, recipes and encouragement. When in person (and on-line), work-outs are High-Intensity Interval Training, but modifications are also demonstrated. It's nice to know that you can get a great workout with some key pieces of equipment at their location or just with your own body weight and household items at home. Their Private Boutique Studio with all safety guidelines being enforced allows for a worry-free workout during this time.

The time and effort Mike and Brian put forth in to helping you to better yourself all around with…read morewellness, strength, diet and motivation, has been an experience in itself. It's a very Clean and positive environment with no judgment.

Took an introductory class and learned a lot! The class was scheduled for an hour but they spent an…read moreextra half hour with us. The class was held in a karate studio on padded flooring. Therefore, they had us all take off our shoes but keep our socks on. I'd also recommend wearing gym clothes, as you'll want the flexibility and may start to break a sweat too! They provided lightsabers to use during the class and taught us the basics- proper grip, footwork, and five moves. There were 2 instructors and 6 students, this was a great ratio as the instructors helped us individually with the movements. They were also very patient with us which was nice since some of the sequences were complex. At the end of the training they gave us a demo of more complex sequences and discussed what each phase of their coursework covers if we'd like to sign up for a membership. Overall- had a great experience and I would highly recommend checking them out!

I started adult classes here 6 years ago as an adult with no prior ballet experience. Great…read moreenvironment with a cool teacher and very nice people who attend. It didn't take long to get the hang of barre and floorwork exercises, and the teacher was there to help & correct positioning. After 2 years of going I learned how to dance a little on Pointe shoes as an adult! It's a nice place where there are classes for every level dancer children & adults. If you've been dancing for years and want a good class, if you danced a long time ago and wanted to pick it up again, or if you've never tried before and always wanted to. I researched a lot of places before choosing this one, and my experience had been and still is awesome!

This was my first time here and I guarantee it won't be my last! I lucked up and got a gentle class…read morewith Molly and I'm soooooo glad. The space is small and clean with heated floors, it's peaceful and welcoming. I love it and I can't wait to try some other classes!

This past year, especially during the height of COVID, virtual Yin classes with Melissa or Steph on…read moreTuesdays and Thursdays truly kept my life together. Yin is a special kind of yoga that typically stays low to the ground, and involves staying in deep stretches for longer amounts of time. It's a really beautiful, meditative experience, and definitely requires a special kind of teacher. Up until about a month ago, I had never actually been to the studio in person. When I finally did go, I was met with a warm, clean, and cozy room on a rainy day. The instructor was welcoming and gave modifications for every move. I felt very comfortable, and will definitely be back for more!