Yoga Erie is one of my favorite studios in the area! I have been coming to Yoga Erie since high…read moreschool, so I had to stop in for a class while I am visiting home. I love the power yoga classes offered at the studio, but they also offer basics power yoga, kids yoga, prenatal yoga, and other specialized classes to best fit your needs. They have mats available to rent for $1 or you can bring your own. They have a room with changing areas, shelves to place your personal belongings, and plenty of parking out front in the Colony Plaza. As someone who enjoys working out, but isn't fully immersed in all things yoga, I appreciate that Yoga Erie provides a welcoming, safe, and overall positive environment for those of varying skill levels. I've been able to take classes with many different instructors, whose classes are unique in their own ways featuring different combinations of yoga poses. Nonetheless, all classes remain challenging and are sure to make you sweat (no shame in taking water breaks, here!!). Having my mom, sister, or a friend join me at Yoga Erie makes taking a class all the better, too! Definitely give Yoga Erie a try if you are ever in the area (your first class is free!) and be sure to take advantage of their specials. At the start of this past new year, they ran a 2025 special where they offered 5 classes for $20.25. This would make for a great gift or personal purchase to see if you'd be interested in buying some of their other packages like an unlimited membership.

I have been procrastinating about getting back on my mat and decided that I should maximize my…read morevisits to Erie by trying a new yoga studio. I made a reservation for a 4:30 pm Power Yoga class on a Monday. Mary was my instructor and she was at front desk upon arrival. First time era get a free class, mat and towel rental. Once I had all my gear she gave me a tour of the space 2 changing areas, restrooms and a "locker room". The studio is a large rectangular space with wooden floors, painted wall designs, an area for blocks and props and ceiling mounted infrared heaters. I took a space in the middle of the room that wasn't directly in front of a heater. I thought the class was extremely challenging ... mostly because I am out of practice and I forgot what the heat feels like. Mary circulated the room giving cues throughout and I felt accomplished and relaxed at the end. I will say I like when instructors flow with you and I thought the beginning was a bit too fast, it's important to start slower so your body can get warmed up and you don't compromise form. I'm looking forward to returning for another class in the future.

The Goulash Chronicles: A Descent into Aquatic Purgatory I…read morehave returned from the brink, though a piece of my soul remains trapped in the filter of the YMCA shallow end. For those tracking my descent into madness, prepare yourselves for a tale of liquid treachery and the most disinterested deity to ever wear a polyester whistle. The Treacherous Shallows My journey began following a grueling session with my interpretive hopscotch league. I was seeking the baptismal clarity of the pool; instead, I found a lukewarm grave. I stepped into the shallow end--a depth so pathetic it barely dampened my shins--and promptly began to perish. It was a feat of anatomical impossibility. I was drowning in what was essentially a glorified puddle, my dignity dissolving faster than a cheap bouillon cube. Every desperate splash was a testament to my own physical incompetence, a silent scream for a God who had clearly clocked out for lunch. The Human Tsunami Enter Abdula: a child of such monumental, gravitational presence that his mere entry into the water caused a localized sea-level rise. Abdula did not swim; he displaced. His rolls functioned as organic flotation devices that defied both the laws of physics and the Geneva Conventions. He was a whirling dervish of "fat-chud energy," flailing with a smugness that suggested he knew his sheer mass would eventually beach me like a tragic, hopscotching whale. The Goulash God And then, there was The Sentinel. A towering, golden-haired colossus of questionable Eastern European origin--a man who radiated the "musty gym locker" chic of a disgraced Olympic shot-putter. Perched atop his throne like a bored Roman emperor, he managed a feat of multitasking that would make Gordon Ramsay weep. In one hand: a steaming bowl of industrial-grade goulash. In the other: a cracked iPhone, where he was aggressively day-trading crypto with the frantic energy of a man who had already lost his house. As Abdula's tidal waves threatened to consume my very existence, our "hero" didn't reach for a buoy. He reached for a spoon. He sat there, stirring his stew with a rhythmic, soul-crushing indifference. He watched me gasp for air in four inches of water, locked eyes with my fading soul, whispered a solemn "Walahi," and returned to his failing portfolio. The scent of paprika and despair hung heavy in the humid air. The Verdict Eventually, the universe grew bored of mocking me, and I crawled onto the tiles, shivering and defeated. Abdula remained, a glorious, floating island of chaos. The lifeguard didn't offer a towel; he merely grunted at a particularly nasty dip in the Ethereum markets and took another bite of his meat-slurry. Ambiance: Damp basement meets high-stakes gambling den. Safety: Non-existent, unless you can be rescued by a flying potato. The Lifeguard: A professional gatekeeper of death who prioritizes stew over stewardship. Final Rating: * 5 Stars for the existential crisis. 0 Stars for the rescue. Infinity Stars for Abdula's majestic, physics-defying girth. Beware the Shallows. Beware the Goulash. Walahi.

Amazing place one of my favorite YMCA gyms in erie. But Lucy the front desk representative, very…read morerude.

Calm, peaceful, challenging, relaxing. This is the BEST yoga studio around (although they are now…read morelocated in Village West). It is a complete mind/body approach and really stills your mind as well as your muscles. All levels are welcome at any class and you are made to feel very welcome, no matter how long you have been practicing.

I know this review will sound a little harsh, but…read more... I am a paying member of the YMCA. I don't get an income discount, I don't get a work discount, I just wanted a nice gym membership and so the Y was the first place I thought of. I know they are also a charitable organization and bless them for that...however at the downtown YMCA they allow people from a rehab across the street to shower and use the facilities. They do the same for several homeless shelters, etc. No one on the YMCA staff checks on these people. Once they are in the building, they're not just showering and leaving, they hanging out, sleeping in corners, and so on. I have been trying to add some weight training to my workout and a man was asleep on a free weight bench. He was not wearing workout clothes or anything you would wear to the gym to work out it. Eventually a YMCA worker came and woke him up and asked him to leave after I approached the front desk about this. I guess my problem here is that I was unaware that I was walking around in a building with drug addicts and homeless people. My daughter's hoodie was stolen off a machine. No big deal I guess. Frankly when you pay $50/month for a gym membership you just assume the people around you are all paying for the same service. That being said, I wouldn't be on guard for someone who pays for a membership to steal my daughter's sweatshirt. That's my own mistake for 'assuming', but until I asked about the man sleeping on the weight bench I had no idea that charities gave out shower passes to drug addicts and homeless people that they would be using the same locker rooms without ANY SUPERVISION or tracking from YMCA staff. Again I take no issues with their charity work and applaud them for doing it, I just think the average person who pays a fair amount of cash for a gym membership to a place with nice facilities does not automatically guard their belongings or themselves in the same manner you would as if you were walking down the street in an unsavory neighborhood. Right now it was only my daughter's sweatshirt. It could have been her phone, or her wallet. Yes they have free lock boxes at the front desk, but kids have come in with compact bolt cutters and cut her lock right off in the locker room. So even when you lock your stuff it could get stolen. The police don't care unless it's something like $50 or more. Appearances can be deceiving, and I would probably have signed up for a membership anyway, but a heads up about the company they keep would have been nice.

Nice facility located in downtown Erie,PA. The Avalon Hotel across the street offers free passes…read morefor guests. The staff was friendly and the equipment looked to be in good shape. The facility has three floors that are easily accessible by elevator or by stairs. They also offer a variety of classes from Body Pump to Zumba. I began my visit there with a private cardio session in a separate air conditioned room offered for those who may not feel comfortable exercising in an open space. I then moved the gym to do more cardio and ended my workout in the Rick Burr room where I did some ab work. I enjoyed my visit there and would recommend this facility for those visiting the downtown Erie area.

Very pleasant experience here…read more We called a few days in advance to rent a fishing boat for 4 hours. We thought the price was quite reasonable. When we arrived, we were shown a safety video on boating. The worker at the time then met us at our boat and gave us more tips. We had no trouble on the water, and it was a great day. The only thing I would suggest is a more streamlined payment and paperwork process. It's still a bit old school and time consuming. Great day on the water!

Do not trust this company AT ALL especially the OWNER and if you look at previous reviews, this is…read morenot the first time. Before you do ANYTHING and I mean ANYTHING AT ALL, have them show you the propeller regardless if there is a swim deck on the boat or not BEFORE you SIGN ANYTHING AT ALL OR TAKE IT OUT IN THE WATER. Trust me, it will save you in the end. DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING UNTIL YOU HAVE READ EVERYTHING ON THE PAPER AND HAVE SEEN EVERYTHING! We ended up paying for a new propeller that "was broken" and which ended up not being the cause of us stranded in the water. According to one of the employees who opened up the motor and I quote "You are fine, it's nothing. It's just the pin." He then yelled across the parking lot to the owner "it's not the drive, it's the pin in the transmission. We just need a new pin." The owner's response "I still need to put a new prop on it." Again, we were told by the employee we were not at fault. The owner then removed the 3 blade prop, removed the plastic sheath, said that part was fine. He did not charge us for a new plastic sheath and then put a 4 blade prop on the motor, which we were charged for. Apparently after we left, they replaced the pin as we saw the same boat in the water a few hours later. So for the frustration and dishonesty from the owner, if you still rent from them, DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING UNTIL YOU QUESTION EVERYTHING AND TAKE A PICTURE TO COVER YOUR BUTT. Do not trust and take your business else where.

Bob's PRICES on his handguns are the best around! Period! No coupons needed. He is a one man…read moreoperation. His mortgage is low and his utilities are low and he has no employees. That means he doesn't have to charge YOU as much as the other shops. He is not in the mall and you might have to wait a few minutes to get advice from this experienced Marine. His time and expertise are worth the wait. No BS. Bob the owner knows his stuff. He is a Vietnam Veteran that was cleaning rifles before most of his customers were even born. That means he has experience. He has been there and he has done that. If you are already a firearms "expert" and have a big mouth go somewhere else. Another example: I was shooting low and left consistently. Some would blame the weapon. Bob smiled and made a joke and FIXED MY shooting technique by EXPLAINING and SHOWING me and guess what, I listened and fixed what I was doing. Stop blaming the weapon people! If you want a good deal and would like to learn something, Go to Bob's, talk a little and LISTEN and get a good deal on a firearm. :) (BTW If you are easily offended and can't take a joke from a seasoned Marine Veteran go see the 20yr old at the big box store) In fact, Bob also has training classes for new gun owners. I feel that they are IMPERATIVE and a NECESSITY for anyone who wants to defend themselves. Thanks Bob.

Bob is a very nice guy and very knowledgeable. He helped me with a problem I had with one of my…read morepistols at no charge. The indoor range is great. My friends and I had an enjoyable time. I bought a couple of boxes of ammo at a very reasonable price. His store has a big selection of guns for sale. I can't speak about the prices as I didn't look at them in detail. All-in-all, our first trip to Bob's was a lot of fun. Bob and his staff are welcoming and friendly and the facilities are excellent. What more could you want?

FishUSA is hands-down one of the best places to order fishing gear, especially for ice fishing…read more They've got everything you could ever need and then some. When the useless post office lost my shipment (no surprise there), FishUSA didn't hesitate -- they replaced it right away and made it right without any runaround. Excellent selection, great prices, and customer service that actually cares. I'll definitely keep buying from them!

I ordered 2 Shimano fishing rods 2 weeks before my fishing trip. The total price exceeded the…read more$75.00 threshold for free shipping, but FishUSA charged me $6.00 for special handling. FishUSA selected their cheapest shipper, USPS, and although their shipping map showed an average of 2 days from their location to mine, my rods bounced back and forth between the same locations in Pennsylvania and then between Greensboro, NC and Montgomery. AL several times. I emailed FishUSA about this and they responded that there was nothing they could due for at least 7 days after the package was to be delivered. I left for my fishing trip and the rods had not yet been delivered. Upon return I found a package with 3 of the 4 sides split open and packing matter protruding out of the box. Additionally, one end was crushed. Upon checking the enclosed rods I found one had a tip that bends outward and the eyelets are not straight up the shaft. I sent pictures to FishUSA but to return the damaged rod I now have to pay an additional $7.00 for a shipping label (or pay the full return shipping myself) and will probably be charged a 15% restocking fee to return the damaged rod. I definitely DO NOT recommend buying from FishUSA - at least not fishing rods.

Dannie and her staff of trainers are encouraging and supportive. Even at the beginner's stage, I've…read morebeen treated with respect and patience as I learn how to train. They also know the right way to encourage and push a person to be more than they thought they could be. I am very grateful for our continued work together as I become stronger, mentally and physically, than I ever thought possible.

Before I met with Dannie, I felt like I was wasting my time whenever I'd go to the gym. I knew how…read moreto use most of the machines, but wasn't sure how to get the most out of my workouts. From the very first day I met her, I knew I'd finally see results. We met 3 times a week for 8 weeks. She kicked my ass!!! It was exactly what I needed! When I'd tell her that I couldn't do certain moves, she would show me exactly how to do it (proper form, what muscles I'd feel it in, etc) and cheer me on when I was ready to give up. She got just as excited as I did when I'd weigh in and take progress pics every week. I ended up losing 18lbs, gained muscle, and my asthma has improved immensely!!! The staff at You V. You are very personable and prompt with responding to emails. They truly want to see people succeed and will help them any way they can. Their website even has free videos if you aren't ready to hire a personal trainer. I highly recommend setting up a free consultation, if you're looking to improve your overall health.