I have been going to this yoga studio for over 3 years. I love it!…read more Each instructor has their own style but most of it is similar enough you can feel like you know what you are doing. When you go to a class you never regret going. It is heated to 90 degrees but it makes you more flexible and less likely to get injured. I love that this studio is strength based. So many people think yoga is easy, but you build strength and make physical progress. I think the only time I was unhappy with a class is when they decided to burn incense which made my allergies go crazy. But overall I love this studio and the instructors!

The space is pretty and I love coming to the classes here. The instructors overall have been nice…read morebut sometimes the room does feel a bit small ESPECIALLY when everything heats up in the middle of summer.

What a cool space! I…read morecame here with a friend for a seminar on Ayurvedic Medicine. It was fascinating and wonderful. The studio was cozy. I love that you have to take off your shoes when you go in (wear slip ons!). If I had a regular yoga routine, I would totally come here. It's cozy, the people are super nice, and it just has good energy.

This studio has all the makings of a great place but has a few areas to work on. First, there is a…read morelot of chatter in the yoga room itself (and a few cell phones going off during class). I prefer a quieter experience when I enter my yoga space, but that's me. The class itself was hatha so I wasn't expecting an experience where i would be dripping sweat, but this was a very gentle class...yes you can deepen the postures as you need to, but that was challenging when there were so many people in the class that we had little room to accommodate. There is a really beautiful alter that adds a lot to the atmosphere, along with plenty of props for use. There was restrooms and changing areas available as well.

They are the best! Very good for beginners and seniors. I highly recommend this business!…read more They are the best! Very good for beginners and seniors. I highly recommend this business!

I finally found a wonderful meditative yoga practice in Buffalo...and it turned out to be only a…read morefew blocks away from my apartment! I've heard about the Himalayan Institute for a while, but finally took the plunge and signed up for a 6-week long class series of their "Level II" yoga classes last night. The Himalayan Institute is a wonderful 501(3)c non-profit that offers yoga classes, workshops, lectures, etc inside their elegant mansion on Delaware Ave. When you stop in, you feel like you're inside a cozy home. There's a place to take off your shoes and an immediate bookstore to your left. Further down, there's the main living room where classes take place. It helps to take a class that has 10-12 people and not too much more as the room can get pretty crowded with 16+ people or so I hear. Here's what stands out about the Himalayan Institute: their yoga classes generally center around a meditation-practice. As a result, I feel incredibly relaxed and focused afterward. As opposed to some classes (such as Evolation), where I sweat like I'm inside some Finnish bathhouse and leave the class with more of an exercise high. With most classes, you have to sign up for a full 6-week commitment (usually $80), although they do offer drop-in classes on Thursdays from 5:30-6:30pm for beginners ($5) and on Saturdays (9:30-11am) for a more intermediate ($10) practice. In summary, I adore their meditative approach, yoga teachers as well as the novelty of practicing yoga inside a cozy old mansion. Unfortunately, there are no accessible showers in the facility, but there is a bathroom where you can change.

Yoga changed my life and I'm happy to say that my journey started in this studio…read more If this is your first time I have some recommendations for you: 1) Everyone is different, but I suggest not eating anything two hours prior class (just to avoid felling sick while in class). They offer 60, 75 and 90 min classes. If feeling uncertain about hot yoga go for the 60 min class and work your body to the 90 min. They also do a 5$ Friday class, just in case you want to try the practice without breaking the bank. 2) On your first day, come early there is a waiver to sign (I think you can also do it online). You'll need a mat and towel, you can borrow them for the first class. On the following class they can be rented. Also there are separate locker rooms for males and females. Inside there is a place for storing clothes, a shower and bathroom. 3) Make sure to bring water into the hot room. I typically bring a 1L bottle of cold water (not frozen). If you forget, bottles of water can be purchased at the studio. 4) Get yourself sometime to settle. I like to get inside the hot room 5-10min before class. Just to get my body use to the heat. If you are not sure about how to do some of the posses I would recommend staying at the back of the room and look upon others. ***Brikram is taught without the instructor making the poses. 5) Don't overdo the postures. Learn to understand your body and give yourself some time to get there. It might take you, weeks, months or years to fully do a pose and that is okay. Go at your own pace. 6) Don't hold your breath. When I started, I used to hold my breath in during certain poses and that made me dizzy halfway through the class. If that happens, lay on your mat (death body pose), take deep breaths until you feel better. Try not to go outside, unless is absolutely necessary. It is very distracting and disrespectful to your classmates. 7) Take advantage of their intro special (39$ for one month of unlimited classes). The first couple of days are tough but within a month you will start to feel and see how your body changes. Lastly, I read previous comments about the smell in the studio. I'm happy to report that the old stinky carpet was changed last year. The new wood flooring looks great and the studio nowadays smells like lavender.

Prior to the pandemic I did Baptiste style power yoga for several years, but when my studio closed…read moreI fell out on any exercise except dog walking and just couldn't get it back. I started to feel my age, lots of aches and pains. For some reason, this March I decided to purchase an introductory pass to I am Yoga - a studio I had had my eye on for a while, wanting to try 26 & 2 style yoga. Just shy of 4 months later, I can't get enough of this studio or this style of yoga. The studio itself is very nice - I enjoy the setting in the Williamsville village, there is plenty of room to navigate entrances and exits and they have a nice locker room. The hot yoga room is large and comfortable - never feels crowded despite good attendance. You can either choose a dark corner to really settle inward or put yourself near a sunny window. Everyone is very friendly and low key - you never feel any pressure of any kind. The yoga is HOT, but I love that. I know it's not for everyone. I was surprised how much I like the regularity of the 26 & 2 sequence - strangely I never get bored as there just seems to be an infinite journey in each move - hard to explain. I can't believe how much I have strengthened - old injuries (knee surgeries) seem to be healing, aches and pains disappearing, feeling younger and with increased body positivity. The best result is in the area of mental health - my anxiety is much better. This style of yoga I find very meditative. Teachers are great - I take most of the classes from Madeline, but they're all great - they transmit the traditional dialogue, but oddly it never feels scripted. I LOVE that they have 6am classes - really a game changer for getting me there as I have trouble making it after work. I enjoy the Forrest Flow class on Tuesday nights but have trouble getting there regularly. Another factor - the participants are very diverse - from age, to gender, to "ability" level, everybody can be on their own journey, but together! Highly recommend trying out this studio!

I have enjoyed every single class I have taken at the studio! All of the instructors are very…read moreknowledgeable and incredibly kind and always willing to help you grow deeper in your practice! I would absolutely recommend yoga Parkside to anybody just starting out or for those who've been practicing for years. You park in the neighborhood surrounding the church and depending on where classes will check in downstairs in the basement or up on the second floor there's usually a chalkboard as you enter the door telling you where to go to check in. There are yoga mats blocks blankets and straps as well as clean towels for the hotter days that you are practicing and get sweaty. They also provide a Britta for a cup of water!

I periodically practice at Yoga Parkside because they participate in ClassPass. I have attended a…read morecouple of their Yin classes and a few Vinyasa classes. It is located in a church so when you enter you immediately feel like you are in sacred space-there is that church smell that comes along with it. It is also a multi-use space, so there might be a dance or music lesson occurring while you are practice (important to know if you are really looking for a quieter yoga experience). It can be cold in some of the yoga spaces (there are a few spaces, one is an attic, one is a dance studio) so I recommend that you dress warmly and then remove layers if needed. I can't fully relax when I'm cold. They have all the props that are necessary for various classes so you don't have to bring your own.

Love this place. Been a regular over 2years. Visit every chance I get (2-4 times a week)…read more Beautiful building inside & out. Nice changing room. Friendly staff. But most of all fabulous class and diversity. Every class is different from the one before. Go! You won't be disappointed.

I found my favorite yoga class! In the hustle and bustle of life, sometimes we don't take the time…read morewe need to slow down our thoughts, minds, movements...but the slow vinyasa class here accomplishes that! It's taught by Michelle on Thursdays and I believe a few other times. I went at 7:30pm. It was beautiful. Slow, but purposeful flow in a gorgeous venue on the West Side. It was exactly what I needed and just writing this review I'm thinking about how much I need to go back to something like this right now. We all need to slow down a little. Shakti Yoga helped me accomplish that. I look forward to more trips back.

Attended a restorative yoga class last night. Instructor was informative and kind. Her directions…read morewere clear and concise. Best class I have ever participated in - entirely focused on relaxation and meditation. Looking forward to attending more classes in the future!

Started a beginner's Level 1 class several weeks ago. It is great! Not only am I learning how to…read morebreath and learning different yoga poses, I am learning about the history of yoga, the meaning behind certain poses, and a bunch of other helpful information to get the most out of the yoga experience. I have started other yoga programs before, but this is the only one I stuck with! The Level 1 is great for anyone who is interested in yoga (whether you have never done it before or used to practice a long time ago). The owner and instructor, Brooke, is very knowledgeable and personable. She welcomes questions and really individualizes each session to the students who are present. I am learning how to incorporate the practice of yoga into my every day life to be more present and less stressed.

Great boutique yoga, pilates and barre workout studio in the village of Orchard Park. I found this…read moreplace because I was always interested in taking reformer Pilates classes and they offered a 5 week series to learn. I really enjoyed it and have been coming ever since. All the instructors are amazing and give you a great workout. There is a larger upstairs studio with heated wall panels for yoga, barre and mat Pilates. And a smaller space downstairs for Pilates reformer. There is also a boutique with a beautiful selection of athletic wear and accessories. Sign up for classes, view the schedule and buy a packages on the Mind Body app. I highly recommend if you are looking to check out a new studio.

I love yoga and especially heated classes. The 915 yoga classes on Saturday are great and always…read moreleave me ready for the weekend.

If you are considering becoming a certified hot yoga instructor, I highly recommend Evolation Yoga…read more& Zafea's teacher training program. This experience challenged me, strengthened my practice, and helped me grow both personally and professionally. Zafea creates a supportive environment that inspires confidence, discipline, and self-awareness while providing the knowledge and guidance needed to grow as a teacher. I am truly grateful for this transformative experience and would absolutely recommend it to anyone serious about deepening their practice and becoming an instructor.

I love this place. Really love the atmosphere. Susan is a wonderful instructor, gentle vibes and…read morevery welcoming. This is my favorite place in Buffalo to practice Bikram yoga.