I thought the chicken shawarma dish and mint lemonade were excellent(. (Took off one star because…read moremy friend I was sharing with thought it was "fine")

Mala is a beautiful warm and welcoming community. I hadn't been in a studio in years and was…read morenervous to begin. All nerves fell aside from the first class. Every teacher is unique and brings their beautiful soul to the mat.

I absolutely love perennial. The yoga instructors have such special and individual practices, yet…read moreall of them offer something great. One of the best yoga studios in Madison!

Very welcoming for a beginner like me, took their entry level class and was really impressed with…read morethe instructor and the vibe. definitely will be back.

I'm shocked that Main Street Yoga has not been reviewed yet, because this is the best yoga in…read moreMadison. There are very experienced teachers teaching Anusara and Hatha, as well as a few other options. The teachers are very knowledgeable about yoga and therapeutics, and are comfortable working with a wide variety of ages, abilities, and injuries. Some classes feature a broad mix of ages and experience levels, yet thanks to very experienced teachers, the classes include everyone from beginners to yoga teachers, and everyone seems to be getting a lot out of it. The room is beautiful, with a worn wood floor, a view of the capital and tons of natural light. My own favorite teacher is Amie Heeter, who teaches "Hatha Flow" and prenatal classes. Amie is working on a Para Yoga certification, which uses postures, breath, meditation and other approaches. When I moved here from the bay area, there were many studios and classes to choose from, and it was hard to find what I needed here. I was used to faster-paced styles, but I quickly realized that Para Yoga was making me stronger, more flexible, and focused than I had been before. Many of the people at this studio have been coming here for years, yet the community is very welcoming. These are people who love yoga and want others to enjoy it too. If you are looking for something different than hot yoga, hope you'll come and try this out. I look forward to these classes every week.

I was very happy with my class. I'm from out of town and was in Madison for a busy long weekend, so…read moremy second criteria for finding a class was schedule. My first was a class that wasn't hot or really strenuous, and the Friday class I went to (Sage all level with Kristin Sage) was just right for me. The class wasn't too big, maybe six other people. We started out with the instructor reading a poem, followed by a gentle warm up. For all that most of the people in the class were probably retired, there were some suggested variations that were very difficult. The class ran over by about twenty minutes. Whenever I practice under a new instructor, I struggle a little with the cues and tempo. I periodically struggled with this class, but the instructor was very good both at elaborating the cues and providing quiet corrections. I enjoyed that the class was not silent--the instructor kept up an almost constant stream of description and encouragement. The space was airy, with some plants in the corners. If the class had been silent, the construction next door might have been a little disruptive, but it just added a bit of spice to the balance postures. I hope to be able to make it back next time I am in town.

Studio insists on an instant charge to my account after an awful stomach bug and diarehha onset…read more1..5 hours before class and had to cancel. Studio was quick to insist that I pay late fee, even though I needed time to covid test and keep others safe. Absurd and dangerous. I've asked management to call me, crickets. I would avoid this studio.

Inner Fire is a great addition to the near east side! I love the variety between hot (bikirm-esque)…read moreand vinyasa flow class options -- the Inner Fire Flow is a great fusion that gives you the best of both worlds. Instructors are great and the locker room has nice amenities to clean up after you sweat. Be sure to get there early and register in advance as the classes are full. And bonus that there's a chocolate shop and bar next door to the location. :-)

Tantra is Amy Pearce-Hayden's beautiful and welcoming yoga studio…read more Amy has created a beautiful space where it feels safe to take risks and build strength. Right now, the schedule includes four classes (Air, Water, Fire, and Earth) plus community events (like weekly free meditation on Saturdays and a monthly yoga benefit for Underdog Pet Rescue). The dharma talks are inspiring. The props are plentiful, and the sense of community is welcoming and light-hearted. If you're lucky you can visit with, Sukha, the studio dog, before or after your practice.

What an amazing experience! I am not an experienced yoga person so I was anxious before the air…read moreclass. Those nerves were completely unnecessary! Amy, the instructor, was welcoming, knowledgeable and informative. She greeted me with a hug and smile and asked questions about how she could support me during class. And she did just that! I was successful, even though I am a heavier woman, and I left feeling like I had done something beneficial for my mind, spirit and body. Don't pass up the opportunity to take a class here. It's only 10$ for your first class and I promise that you'll have a positive experience. Thank you Amy for being such an informative instructor and positive person!

The environment is very welcoming and friendly--they make you feel comfortable. The class I took…read morewas challenging but manageable. It was a total-body workout in an hour! Very supportive and fun group!

barre3 is a great environment where the staff are very welcoming and make you feel comfortable. The…read moreclasses are challenging and vary from cardio to strength conditioning, focusing on different body parts for specific lengths of time (arms, core, thigh), giving you the full body workout. There is a parking lot that I could see getting filled up at crowded times but I had no issues. The layout of the studio is a little strange at an angle an the sun beams on the one corner, but I love the floor to ceiling windows. During COVID, they have sold some equipment for at home workouts. I was able to purchase the sliding discs and the squishy ball and both have kepy up really well!

Wonderful Pilates studio in the heart of downtown Madison. I have worked with Vanessa and Catie for…read morethe past 2 years. Amazing workout. Catie keeps each workout customized to your needs and works the muscles I did not know I had! Her approach to Pilates is very fresh, yet keeps traditional methods on the forefront. She really made me reach a potential I did not know I had! I recommend anyone needing a great work out, a good mood boost and just a magnificent Pilates stretch, don't wait to reach out to them!

Vanessa and Pilates Central are fantastic. The studio is beautiful and the instructors are…read moreknowledgeable. I have done classes and private sessions and both have been effective and fun.