I have only positive things to say about Portland Yoga Collective. To start, their staff is so…read morewelcoming and friendly. Even if it's your first time going, you'll feel like a regular. The staff makes a point to know your name and admires you during class. Secondly, the location is seriously perfect! Right between Commercial and Congress St, it's super easy to access. They also have yoga mats available so no worries if you're missing yours!

What a lovely studio! All the props, easy check in, and mats for your use. I wish I lived here so I…read morecould come more often. There is a parking lot with ample parking. The restorative/Thai massage class was fantastic. I wish they could get another teacher to help so there was more time for hands on assists. Beautiful space and happy they are celebrating one year this weekend!

I did not know what to expect, having come from a larger neighborhood yoga studio. I was skeptical…read moreof using props, but David was awesome! I came in with a sore back, and left feeling limber, and thankful that I took a risk with Portland Yoga Studio. I would highly recommend this place. And $15 for a drop-in is very affordable. Well done!

I dropped in for a class while in Portland for a business trip. Best yoga class I've ever been to…read more Very good corrections and high quality supports. Beautiful space.

Great local spot for Pilates and barre! Even during COVID times, lots of great Zoom classes…read moreavailable. Melissa is the best!

Melissa and Move ME Pilates are fantastic! She's creative, knowledgeable, and kind. The classes…read morehave people of all different skill sets, and it works. I'm older and not super coordinated, yet feel perfectly comfortable in class with the advanced students. Aside from the physical benefits, it's a mental high.

Moving from Texas, I have been on the search for a new yoga studio to call my home. Lila East End…read moreis a small studio where the mats face each other, you WILL be squeezed next to other people. In the middle, is a narrow path way for the instructor to pass through and to demonstrate. This is not your customary practice, but hey it's a new place so why not try something new? Came in to an "All Levels Yoga" with Chelsea. Chelsea, is an incredibly beautiful person inside and out. It's hard not to be mesmerized by her! However... this definitely felt more like a Beginners class. It is great if you're just starting or you've been out of practice for awhile. Chelsea has all the best intentions, but I tend to get lost (not mesmerized) by her verbiage. In yoga, a flow should be easy to follow just by closing your eyes and listening to what the instructor is saying. You follow through continuously, and that's what creates "The Flow". I've practiced for 9 years now, but for some odd reason, I WAS LOST. My feet were everywhere thinking this position was something new, when in reality, I'VE DONE WARRIOR POSES HUNDREDS OF TIMES. WHY COULDN'T SHE JUST SAY THAT. She ended class with everyone in Savasana... and proceeded to sing. I was definitely thrown off by that, but was strangely comforted by her soothing "Mom Voice" at the same time, And so, the search continues.

This friendly little yoga studio really fulfilled my need for a midday break on a recent trip to…read morePortland. I was staying at The Press Hotel, about a 7-10 minute scenic stroll from here and decided to do a drop-in class at noon on a Thursday with Heather. The room is extremely inviting and comfy, with a perfect temperature (I dislike extremely warm rooms) and just enough natural light. Mats face each other, which I'm not used to, but it's definitely the way to optimize the long narrow space. Heather's class was playful, at times a bit more intense, but I'd say this is an all levels class, verging more on the gentle side. What I liked most about it was the departure from "typical" sun salutations. I get the idea that you can expect something a little different from class to class. Heather is an excellent instructor, kind and patient. If I lived in the area, I definitely would be a regular in her class. I'm already looking forward to my next trip to Portland so that I may return to this sweet spot!

I went once and signed up for unlimited classes immediately. I love the amount of focus needed to…read morecomplete every class, it is like meditation. When I first started I didn't know how much I could learn. I push myself more every class and am rewarded by the focus and fitness I gain. Thank you PPY for offering such a life changing yoga studio.

Fantastic! I love hot yoga and, unfortunately there isn't any place close to me in Lewiston so - I…read moremake the commitment. It's 45 minutes to the studio, 45 minutes home, and 60 minutes in class. So worth it! I've been to the "regular" (is that the correct terminology?) class but funny story about this last time...what fit in my schedule was "Core Yoga". Great. In my mind, I was equating the word "core" to be "the basics, the core program" you know. Holy smokes!!! What I got was 60 minutes of working on my core. Killer. In the very best way. Studio is clean, and hot. There were quite a few people but we had plenty of space and it didn't feel overly crowded. Front desk staff super nice and friendly.

I remember searching last summer for pole dancing classes and not being able to find any. This year…read moremy search led me to hustle and flow -- tucked in the west end near Reiche elementary, this is a little gem on the third floor where you can try being J. Lo for an hour, and stick around if you really like it. Heather is the primary teacher and Victoria is her teacher aid in training. Both have their own styles and both are mesmerizing to watch. Their pole classes work a bit differently than their others -- you're required to take a few intro pole classes to see if you like it and get to feel your body and how everything works, and then they can recommend you to the level 1 class. I've been wanting to try it out since a friend of mine told me how sexy it made her feel. The intro classes are easy in a sense where you're not huffing and puffing, but hard in the sense where you're using and twisting your body in ways you're probably not used to. They start you off with some warm ups -- a combination of regular stretching with yoga and warming up the joint muscles, then rotate through several pole moves to try out. I don't look good at all, but it's quite fun! The classes are small but you do share a pole with one other person, which gives you time to take a break. Some people like bringing their 10inch heels and trying it out that way, but I like sticking to the bare toes. In the summer it's slightly warm so the feet stick more (making turns have more friction). Definitely try it out, the teachers are great and never make you feel bad about messing up!

I chose Hustle and Flow to host my bachelorette party pole dance class and let me just say IT WAS…read morePERFECT!! I had no idea what to expect when walking in, as I had never done a class like this before, but the pole instructor Victoria (Poletoria_Portland on IG) made us all feel so comfortable and welcome! The class was a perfect beginner course that also let us try out some pole tricks and even a sexy dance routine! If you are looking to take some pole classes for fun, or hosting a bachelorette do not think twice about Hustle and Flow! I would highly recommend this studio!!

I'm no stranger to fitness classes, but I wanted to try something new & challenging. After hearing…read moreall about Barre and how great this workout is from my sister, I had to try it! Not only did I get a great workout in, but I had it with THE Rooted owner, Kristin! Kristin was so welcoming and warm, and she has the loveliest smile! The studio is a perfect size for about 15 people MAX. It shares a door with Market Street Eats, as soon as you come in, keep heading up! I like that Kristin is attentive to her students and makes corrections as needed, to help you reach your full potential. The class price runs on average as the rest of Portland fitness classes. $18/drop-in, or you can do monthly or class passes.

My girlfriend dragged me to this studio a year ago when we moved to Maine. Now I am a regular…read moremember. It does share a red door with Market Street Eats, so as soon as you enter, head upstairs. I attend the "yoga beats" class with the instructor Liz (who is amazing and full of energy), she has changed my perspective on yoga and still gives me a real workout. I highly recommend stopping in for a class for any visitors to Portland and Maine residents looking for something new. K and I love exploring the Old Port after our classes too, it is always an adventure.

Lara is a true professional and we were so lucky to have such a high quality session with her for…read moreboth yoga and meditation. 100% recommend her practice. Namaste

When you find something you love, there is no bigger rush! I have tried many,many yoga studios and…read morestyles and just never seemed to connect. But a Groupon offer brought me to the very intimate yoga studio located inside Fred Segal in Santa Monica. And I am so glad it did! It was previously called Yoga Poser, but that business has left and now the classes are conducted by the lovely and bubbly Lara Nordenson. Her classes focus on form and she takes the time to teach proper alignment and techniques. She understands that yoga is a personal journey and is there to help with guidance and encouragement. Her classes are not the crazy "power" yoga where you sweat a gallon and feel dizzy. Nor are they the hot yoga variety where you go into a sauna to try to not faint during warrior 1. Her classes are how I dreamed a yoga class would be: challenging but still within my reach and abilities. Her guidance is allowing me to grow in the practice and become stronger with each flow.

I love this place! Never thought I'd be hooked on yoga and here I am! I only get to go once a week…read morebut I love it and it helps so much! Carol is wonderful. Come join us!

I've just started taking classes with Tara and she is WONDERFUL. Her voice projects as she speaks,…read moreshe is eloquent with her speech, and listening to her instruct is perfect. Her flows are quick, but that is normal for vinyasa flows. She starts with Child's Pose, OM's and breathing, proceeds with her sun salutations, back bends, core strengthening, inversions to slow down the heart, and finishes with Shavasana. Tara teaches every Monday & Wednesday evening, and rotates on Saturday mornings with Peter.