The variety of classes and ability to complete them virtually is hugely appealing! The instructors…read moreand staff are super friendly and welcoming! Definite a place to check out! You won't be disappointed!

I saw an ad in the Columbia Flier for free yoga, pilates, meditation, and Qigong classes being held…read moreon Sept 24-30. I decided on the iRest Yoga Nidra Guided Meditation that was led by Lucy held on Fri, Sept 28. You register online and they send registrants a confirmation and reminder email. I was grateful as they mentioned that the gps address is 8950 Old Annapolis Road and that the building faces Route 108 and that parking is located behind the building. Yoga mats, blankets, and pillows are all available for the session. Lucy starts the class by providing background information and the process for iRest Yoga Nidra. Then she walked around making sure that each participant looked comfortable by the way they were laying or sat. For me, she suggested putting a the pillow underneath my knees whereas I had laid it underneath my calves. That made it more comfortable. Lucy then began by telling us to notice the sounds around us such as the class next door, traffic, etc. Then she followed by having us relax different body parts and concentrating on our breathing. I had had a very stressful and frustrating day at work so I was really looking forward to this session. Although Lucy was a wonderful facilitator I found myself distracted and fidgety. I could not sit still, focus, or relax. All the more reason why I need take more yoga and meditation classes. I was closest to the wall that was next to a class in the next room. I would have preferred if it had been quieter. It was a bit distracting. The room was a bit chilly but I didn't want to use the blanket they offer because I'm a germophobe and I don't know how frequently the blankets get washed so being chilly could be one reason why I wasn't relaxed. Lastly, my fellow yogis who were so relaxed that they were snoring. My attention ended up being focused on that. I definitely need more mindfulness in my life. It was a great experience nonetheless. I highly recommend that everyone give it a try and take advantage of the free classes when they are offered. Namaste.

Yathā Yoga is a lovely studio with many traditional yoga offerings. I highly suggest practicing…read morehere and joining this beautiful community

At Yathā Yoga I there is an intimate feel and I'm grateful for the variety classes they offer. So…read morefar I've experienced Yin, Rocket and Dharma yoga there. I've also attended the Sound Bath & Meditation and the Rooted Breath & Body classes. The studio's atmosphere is welcoming, they have props (blocks, straps, boosters, etc) and the instructors create an encouraging space. I've never been that into Yoga but based on my recent experience and the sense of 'well-being' surrounding this space I think that's changing. It also helps that Sydney's instruction, cues and guidance make it accessible yet also encouraging to progress.

This is a wonderful facility! They have so many camps and…read moreprograms to keep kids entertained, while educating them. If your child is interested in STEM, definitely check them out. Chrissy and her staff are very welcoming. They also tend to let other organizations utilize their space for a different workshops and events. This is a great idea because it gives them additional exposure to people who might not have reason to visit them otherwise, while also providing a resource to other organizations that might not have the space to do certain things. They are very community oriented and a wonderful local owned business.

Went to the little learners lab for the 6 and under crowd. It was great. Wonderful activities for…read morethe little one. And a room with a small ball pit, tunnel and floor toys. We enjoyed our visit and will be back.

The womb room is amazing!! They offer so many classes for before baby or after. I took advantage of…read morethe free virtual prenatal yoga classes, pregnancy support group and baby and me yoga. Yoga is so fun to connect with my baby and also other moms. Plus Amanda is a great instructor! Some of their other classes are on the pricey side is the only thing but it's such a great resource for moms! Also their location can be a bit tricky to find but the main door is off Keswick Rd (and is stroller friendly). Walk in past the dress shop and bare to the right. There's a big parking lot in the back.

This review is is for the doula services and support groups (becoming a mom and breastfeeding)…read more I like that the becoming a mom group has a rotation of doulas who lead the group each week. That way you end up inadvertently meeting the different doulas. We went with Cara. She has a ton of experience and super chill vibe. Our hospital was not allowing extra visitors due to COVID so we signed up for a virtual doula service. She met with us a few times before the birth to review questions, birth plan, and provide support. She was also available via email for random questions that came up in between. The day of my labor I reached out to her as needed and she guided me through some of the decisions we had to make. Her support made it so that I could better advocate for myself and my baby during my labor. She was 100% supportive of all my decisions and in the end I ended up having a beautiful and quick birth. I am so happy we got a doula and recommend it to anyone no matter what type of brith you are planning on having. I found the groups to be more helpful towards the beginning of my pregnancy, especially as it was a time that COVID was just ramping up. The only issue is that the people in group vary from week to week. I think it would be nice to be able to connect with the same group from week to week so there is some continuity.

I've had 3 of my kids go here for daycare totaling about 9 years of service. I don't care where I…read moremove, if I can, my kids will always go here. The quality is unparalleled. Sure, I may be able to get a little cheaper if I have my kids go to a home daycare, but the care that they get here is why I love it. They have cameras in the class so I can always check in on my little ones whenever I want and they give multiple updates a day via the daycare's app so I never feel like I'm missing much. The teachers treat my kids like their own and I truly feel like they love them. If I voice any discomfort or worry, they work with me immediately. You can tell the Director truly has a passion for this job and the kids, and she schedules fun times each season and most holidays to really make you feel like this is more than just a daycare. If you're thinking about bringing your kid/baby here, stop thinking and just do it. I truly love them.

My son was in this school from Oct 2020 to Aug 2021. I post review lately because many friends…read moreasked me to do it after they heard he suffered physical abuse. I watched the live stream in his classroom (toddler) ~2hrs a day and had seen 2 times a teacher caught my son's arms and forced him to sit still no matter how hard he was fighting. After got home on these 2 days, the scratches on his arms were obvious... He was only 1.5 years old and not able to tell us what's happened. We had reported to school the next day and the teacher didn't tell the truth until we told we were watching. We had reported to their district manager and child service in government. But the teacher who hurt him was still working there before we changed school. Actually not only my son, his little friends had suffered similar experiences that I saw. That teacher disciplined kids almost everyday! I doubt her profession, because kids were reading books alone just before discipline. My son was very quite at this school and he became verbal 1 month after he got into a new place. We're so grateful to our decision!

My two daughters (age 10 and 7) have been attending for almost two years. One daughter started in…read morethe Little Tigers program, which sets standards for focus and attention for young children. They play collaborative games, learn easy rote memorization skills, and practice focus/intention. In the beginner belt program, they learn different forms and practice them weekly. The instructors keep the children engaged and on-task and show them how to improve their techniques. Older children often support the beginner belts, which is a leadership quality that IMA values. My children have learned so much about tae kwon do, but more importantly, how to be better citizens of the world. They help out more at home, have a "black belt attitude" about challenges, and look forward to class each week. The cost is reasonable and the instructors are strict but kind. I am looking forward to enrolling my two youngest children soon to continue the tradition at IMA!

My family trains here and we love Integrity Martial Arts. The instructors are very knowledgable…read moreabout Tae Kwon Do and truly want to help students achieve a black belt. If you are interested in martial arts for yourself or your children, check out this studio.

Nice gym! I came for…read morea tumbling clinic for dancers and it was great. Lots of space ... cubbies for the girls shoes. Clean bathrooms close to the door. A viewing area for parents. Very nice staff. Lots of parking. All the things. The have lots of drop in options camps for schools out days and parents night out options too. If your child is interested in gymnastics this seems like the place to be.

I can't say enough positive things about this gym and its staff!…read more My daughter went to open gym with her team and accidentally left some of her gold jewelry (multiple earrings and two necklaces that were very special to her) on the floor next to her phone. We didn't realize until later that night, and we were so worried that they'd be gone forever. I emailed the gym right away, and when I went in the next day, the office manager immediately stopped what she was doing to help. She took the time to look through the cameras and was so kind and understanding. It turned out that another staff member had already found the jewelry, carefully placed everything in a baggie, and set it aside for safekeeping. Their honesty, integrity, and genuine care really stood out. It's rare to find people who go above and beyond like that, and I'm so grateful to everyone there. This experience just reaffirmed how great this place is and we will definitely be going again!

My daughter LOVES Camp Oasis! She'll probably attend again next year. Maybe…read more The program is decent and cost effective. Also, they always put on a cute show at the end of the two week program. Plus, the kids swim everyday in the neighboring pool. Why three stars? I honestly can't get passed the fact the kids have to sit on the floor to eat their lunch. I get that there may not be enough tables to accommodate a large number of children, but this is a paid camp. Why don't you invest in more tables or mats or something? Eating food sitting on the floor is highly unsanitary. Do you eat food sitting on the bare floor? I bet not. But, the camp counselors eat their lunches at the tables. Please change this practice; tables don't cost THAT much.

My daughter loves this camp and looks forward to going each year! Huge bang for the buckread more