Visiting Seattle from out of town, I took an All Levels class one Sunday morning and it was just…read morewhat I needed after a day of travel. The class was comprised of a diverse group of students -- truly all levels, all sizes, all ages, and many different abilities. It's always refreshing to take a "real people" yoga class! I would heartily recommend this studio as a place to learn or revisit the basics. Also, you know you've got a great yoga teacher when she starts the class by asking you what you want. People asked for shoulder work, core work, releasing low back tension, and she designed the class on the spot around those specific requests. Now that's someone who knows her yoga, not just a 200 hour certificate teacher who sticks to the same three vinyasa flow routines.

I've loved Whole Life Yoga for years. Their Viniyoga approach is adaptable to new and experienced…read moreyogis alike. This isn't an aerobics class calling itself yoga; it's an informed, safe, mindful, calming, energizing practice that can be as challenging as the student wants. I'm a 20+ year practitioner and I like a more challenging practice but I see newer students enjoying practice too. I especially love how there are always millennials mixed in with retirement- aged yogis. With covid they closed their physical space and moved to zoom classes. I'm amazed to say that even the zoom classes are wonderful. I was skeptical, but Kim (the owner and only online teacher I've had) still helps with alignment if she notices you need help, and I still get that Whole Life Yoga feeling of calm and grounding.

Out front it is clearly labeled for an easy find. The studio itself is very small but functional…read more Parking at times can be limited so arriving early is helpful. They provide everything you need there if you do not have your own 'yogi tools'. I am taking the one month "New Student Special" for $59.00 I promised myself to go for 30 days straight. *Disclaimer* I have only ever taken big box gym style Yoga and this was my first experience with a Studio. Took my first class with Brooke; after my first class; I went home thinking- that was not hard at all... pssh. The next day my body needed 4 ibuprofen to get out of bed. I promised myself to do 30 days of yoga in a row so I went back for class 2 with Yuko and the worst of it was how sore I was from the day before. I can only make the late night classes so I am in for it with Brooke again tonight. I think this is a great local Magnolia Studio; I wish they had more class options and times... but for quaint Magnolia- I am sure its perfect. One thing that stood out was how welcoming they are and patient with newbies. I'm a fan (so-far) and with the help of pain meds I will make it through the 30 days and update you Yelpers at the end of my 30 Days and let you know if I become a member!

No more neck pain! I…read morebegan attending The Yoga Studio in Magnolia 5 years ago when I wanted to gain more flexibility in my spine to help with my chronic neck pain. Best decision I could have made!! My neck pain is completely manageable when I attend Yoga class once a week. The studio is very clean with a relaxing atmosphere and provides mats, straps, blankets and blocks if you need them. I can't say enough great things about the wonderful instructors, especially Brooke!! His classes are unlike any other yoga class I have attended and he provides a calm and causal setting. At the start of every class Brooke asks what we would like to work on and he works these requests into the session. You would be hard pressed to find a more personable and intimate yoga studio!

Very clean space, friendly staff, and lots of options for types of classes. I appreciate the small…read moretowels and lockers that are free to use. It feels nice to not need to remember to bring (then later wash) my own towel. I quite enjoyed most of the classes we had there. There was one class that didn't feel was well thought out/put together, which I considered walking out on but ended up just kinda doing my own thing. There isn't a lot of consistency between instructors or a clear teaching philosophy for the location, as far as I could tell. If you like variety and to stay on your toes, this could be a great fit for you. And again, most instructors were truly great. The bathroom amenities, nice weight racks, and lighting are all reminiscent of a luxury gym.

TruFusion was great. Through Class Pass I booked a Hatha Yoga session that was divine. The young…read morewomen working in the front were so kind. One of them reminded me of the Indian artist, Ravenna, and I love her music. The class challenged me in a good way and I love learning new yoga poses. I was even able to get a protein drink in the front when it was over so I felt like I had enough fuel to conquer the day when I left.

Great spiritual practice with good instructors. Really enjoy the singing bowls, bells, gongs and…read morechanting that is used in most practices, something I don't always experience at other studios. No pretentious vibes at all. Only wish there were more class offerings, as their morning schedule is pretty limited.

It has calm and friendly vibe in the studio. I'm still exploring the classes, but so far so good.read more

Very cool little studio in a great part of town! It's really easy to plan a yoga date with a friend…read morethen walk around for a bite to eat. Staff were very friendly, they offer a free class if you're new to the studio, and they are also on ClassPass which makes it so convenient to drop in! They had loads of very high quality props to use, and there was plenty of street parking. Highly recommend!

A wonderful studio with a nice group of instructors and students. The atmosphere is serene and…read morepeaceful. You are invited to move, strengthen your body, and nurture your soul.

I admire this studio's integrity to its method of practice - they seem to pride themselves on a…read morestringent adherence to the Baptiste method of yoga. To them, this apparently means one movement per breath, though my experience in their power vinyasa class felt more like three movements per breath. I could hardly keep up! I shared my perspective with the front desk after the class when I had to decide between paying for a $25 drop in v. a $40 30-day trial period, and was met basically with "that's how it's supposed to be", in so many words. I understand that these classes are taught in this method by design, but as a business-minded person, I couldn't help but think that they could draw 2-3x more people per each class if they adapted a bit to the status quo of the Seattle yoga scene. With a location as prime as this one, don't you want to make more money by practicing yoga that (more) people will actually enjoy? SLU doesn't seem like the place for a stronghold of a fairly niche method of yoga... It seems like people probably go here just because there isn't a better option so close to work. The frantic pace of class, mixed with the hot-enough-to-perspire-but-not-hot-enough-to-SWEAT classroom temp, the unpleasant locker room experience (so crowded!), and the overpriced package options made this a two star experience for me.

I always try to take a class at Be Luminous whenever I'm in the Seattle area. It's probably my…read morefavorite studio in the city. Not only is it within walking distance from a lot of the hotels in the area, they have a great staff and a variety of challenging classes to to choose from throughout the week. I wasn't quite sure what Baptiste style was when I first joined, but if you're into Vinyasa, it's pretty much like that, but a little stronger and hot. Depending on when you go, the classes can be super packed. They do mark spots on the floor with tape to make sure that they are maximizing the space and allowing as many students as possible to practice at any given time. I think that's smart - I've been to a lot of studios where they just let everyone do their thing and it becomes mass chaos, and mats are pretty much positioned anywhere and everywhere. I've taken mostly the Hour of Power and Power Flow classes. The Hour of Power is only 60-mins, but it's pretty intense. Besides it being a warm studio, you'll be sweating and working hard. Just remember to breathe, drink water when you need it and probably bring an absorbent mat towel to soak up all your hard efforts. For a little more, the Power Flow is great because it's an hour and a half. Scott Francis is the instructor that I've taken the most while visiting and he's great. His voice is really calming and he puts together some nice flows to make sure you're getting the most out of the high intensity class. Lockers are complimentary and electronic. As you place your belongings inside, you choose your own unique code to retrieve your stuff so you don't have to hassle with a key. The men's room has three showers with some nice smelling stuff to make sure you don't leave the studio a big sweaty mess. Mat rentals and towel rentals are available for a fee. A big plus is that they are next door to a Whole Foods, so you can grab juice before or after your class to help feed your body with fresh nutrients! I highly recommend!

I've been a MBH member for several years. First, this place is beautifully designed by owner Scott…read moreFrancis, with two unique practice spaces: a warm vinyasa room (88 F, typically) and a neutral room for meditation, yin and restorative yoga, soundbaths, etc. Both showcase massive gongs! Teachers come and go, as is the nature of the business. Thankfully, I look forward to a few constants: Nicole's brilliant sound baths, Chloe's evocative, primal Saturday am power flows, Alicia's "happy Monday, now let's get this party started" 6:15am thoughtfully curated flows (BEST way to start the work week), newcomer Suki's entrancing Sunday meditations, Teigh's loving Reiki offering, and Sarah Lakey's (who is EVERYTHING good in anatomy and movement progression) slow flow. This is my love letter to a place where, as soon as I settle in/ onto my mat, I feel like I'm home. The community is icing: I hope you come experience for yourself. There's a great 30 day all- you- can -practice offering. Hope to see you on the mat!

Came here for the warm vinyasa flow. It is set to 88deg F. Mat rental is $2. I liked the bight…read morenatural lighting in the studio. The instructor was very competent and led us through a beautiful flow. It was revitalizing, challenging, and relaxing all at the same time. At the end, we sealed the class with 3 gong strikes and omm's. There are plenty of showers.

I have been to a number of classes at Taj Yoga with Dylan Noebels. He runs a fairly small,…read moreintimate class, and pays a lot of attention to individual students, which is awesome, since I'm a beginner and need the extra pointers. While the class is a ton of fun, he doesn't neglect the technical aspects of yoga, and wants to make sure everyone is getting what they want from the class. So in addition to helping me become healthier on a physical level (flexibility, strength), Dylan likes to focus on the breath, which really helps relax the mind, and get rid of those stresses I seem to pick up on a day to day basis. Definitely recommend the class. I used to go from Queen Anne (a bit of a hike, so you know it's worth it) but now that I live in Fremont, it's just around the corner!)

As a dedicated yoga student for over twenty years I've taken classes at a myriad of studios and…read morefrom a variety of teachers. Taj Yoga is an incredible studio and founder and teacher Theresa Elliot is a master of her craft and is always evolving and growing, sharing her enthusiasm and smart, safe movement practices in exciting ways without being snooty or woo-woo. Her classes are always fun and a good workout and I've learned immensely from her. The space is beautiful too with high ceilings, great light and solid maple floors. I also regularly attend Dylan Noebels early morning yoga classes here and have reviewed him independently under A-1 Yoga.