AYC is a beautiful studio, welcoming and warmly decorated. If you are looking to commit to a yoga…read morepractice and learn a yoga practice that will stick with you for a lifetime- ashtanga is classical yoga system that offers that. Carroll Ann and Liam are committed to approaching Ashtanga from a place that makes it accessible to all (financially and physically). Their teaching are safe and trustworthy! AYC is a place i call home for my spiritual practice. Currently I'm finishing up with my 300hr YTT through them, I can't imagine a better program or teachers.

I found Ashtanga Yoga through Crossfit Charlottesville, who hosted a special yoga class with Annie…read moreR. The class was excellent, so I asked Annie where she taught: Opal Yoga. I started with Mary B's power hour - probably one of the most difficult classes I've ever taken! Mary is incredibly knowledgeable and she did a wonderful job of both challenging me and adjusting moves to my level. I can only speak for Annie and Mary, but if you get a chance to take one of their classes, I highly recommend it. Honestly, prior to finding these great instructors, I was not a fan of Yoga - now, I love it and do it multiple times a week.

107 degrees of joy. I've never sweated so much and enjoyed myself at the same time. I went to…read moretwo classes two days in a row while visiting town and the instructors are awesome. I'll definitely be back.

The yoga itself and the teacher are great! However fully enjoying the experience is hindered by…read morewhat seems to be a no cap on number of people/fit as many bodies in the room as possible. It's very uncomfortable to be so squeezed in and so close to your neighbor that it's hard to do some poses. Also when you're sweating profusely no one wants to be that close together. Especially for $26 a class I expect to have space. Not show up and have to ask people to squeeze together their mats because there doesn't seem to be room for us even though we booked in advance? Also it seems that many people crammed in a room like that has to be against fire code. It is really frustrating that it seems they don't manage the amount of people who sign up for the classes or put a cap on it. Like we easily couldn't not had a spot and we signed up/paid in advance. Please Hot Yoga put a lower cap on classes so we can better enjoy the experience!

I joined NOWyoga shortly after moving to Cville. I started with their 3 weeks for $30 offer and…read morehave since signed up for their three month intro offer with plans to continue as a monthly member. All of the instructors are amazing (I especially love Rachel and Lydia), and Sabine and Aly (the owners) have set up a relaxing and inviting space. There is a beautiful patio outside of one of the studios that you can practice on, but you can also stay inside if it's too hot or cold for you. Teachers teach from the space between, so you have options. Bolsters, blocks, towels, blankets, straps, cups for water, and mats are available at no extra charge. There are also bins to put your belongings in as well as a changing room. The bathroom is stocked with hair ties, bug spray, spray deodorant, and other items you might need. I was initially hesitant to join because NOWyoga costs slightly more than other studios in Cville, but it's well worth the price. The instructors are very personal and are willing to talk before and after class about specific postures or struggles, and I find that the classes I attend provide a challenge without feeling overwhelming. It can be stressful to start a new workout routine or join a new studio, but the staff have really helped my transition into a new routine and to a new city. I feel like I have joined a community. I am always so excited to go to class, and I always feel so refreshed after. NOWyoga is a great studio for people of all ages and levels, and I can't recommend it enough!

Loved Annie's vinyasa flow class. Super nice people and the atmosphere was just what I needed…read more Convenient to the downtown area too

Common Ground Healing Arts had been located in the Jefferson School on the second floor. For…read morewhatever reason they had to move out of their space. Among the services they offer is acupuncture on a sliding scale. Sam, one of the therapists has a magic touch. When he is finished with me I am so relaxed that I can hardly drive home. This nonprofit organization is one of the best in Charlottersville.

Common Ground is an amazing space for acupuncture. They're non-profit and really work with you if…read moreyou have a financial hardship. And if you think you might go for multiple sessions, they sometimes run a deal with buy 4/ get 1 free. Booking is also very easy to do online. I had been going to Cali for acupuncture and I wish I could give her 6 stars! She helped me with a physical issue I was dealing with, and most importantly, by seeing her regularly I was able to get on a regular sleeping schedule again. Cali is truly, truly special. Head's up that the acupuncture space is a community model - so no individual rooms (which has never detracted from my experience - it's just a good thing to know!)

I don't even know where to begin! Salute the Sun is a yoga oasis! A place where you will feel…read morewelcome, the instructors will learn your name, treat you with respect, work your body, and p!ay some fresh tunes. I have been doing yoga for 18 years, three times a week , and the instructors still challenge me with new poses. I feel lucky to have this studio and these teachers in Charlottesville!

I have absolutely loved practicing at Salute the Sun! All of the staff has been incredible - really…read morewell programmed classes and great at giving hands on assists and modifications as needed. I have really enjoyed the "Yinyasa" classes, which are half vinyasa and half yin, as well as the slow flow classes. The class times have been very convenient and have become something I look forward to all day on days I am going. I was relatively new to yoga when I started coming here in January, and have felt incredibly welcomed.