Pardon me for simply pasting my instagram post but short on time…read more.. Latest fave Inspirational Female: Mom of 2 wee girls & pregnant w her 3rd @CarlaSconce is obv living an Optimal Mind Body life. She teaches a killer* pilates reformer class @BodyMindLife - my NEW FAVE go to for Pilates & Yoga: 4 locations, excellent selection of classes & workshops* (including my fave - Yin Yoga) & EXCEPTIONAL instructors**. ALL of them have made me smile in the first 3 minutes of class and again while dripping sweat and hitting my edge physically and otherwise. I also LOVE @AzraMustafa (2nd photo). She had me when she opened class: "If you need to go into child's pose at any point in the class, please do. Or if you want to spend the 1st 1/2 of class in child's pose and then go into savasana for the 2nd 1/2, I'm okay with that too." In short, she expertly led a full range of students with the perfect balance of humor, compassion & cheerleading. NOT easy w a mixed level class. +RECO: Sign up for Body Mind Life's ridic monthly all inclusive unlimited (less than $100US), even if only in town for a couple wks. Try all locations (I use Potts Point mostly) and their AM & PM classes. GREAT motivator to get up very early and stay connected to your healthy living while in Sydney. Or if you're just getting back into your fitness groove or trying these modalities for the first time, awesome way to dive in. Do this in any town where you'll be working/staying more than a week. It will motivate you to take more classes, get to know different instructors and to do something daily - the key to establishing new, healthy living habits. *I found out it wasn't just me who felt so as all the women from class were whimpering but smiling together in the locker room post class;) **If in or near Sydney or you like to travel, check out their "Events" schedule: mucho yoga teacher trainings & more... former @ExhaleSpa colleague @SimonPark has a couple of April trainings I'm planning to jump into.

Visiting from the west coast of the US, and was keen to find a good spot to do yoga. Dropped in…read morehere after finding it online. I was absolutely not disappointed -- the space is phenomenal, raised up a level off the street and with a view of Sydney's CBD. The room is incredibly spacious, and well lit; wooden floors and high ceilings. The class itself, with Roxy, was wonderful -- though they do have a tendency to turn the heat up (whether you like that or not is a matter of preference, but I get hot enough doing yoga without needing them to turn it up to 30°C). Either way though, this is a fantastic spot for doing yoga and I'd highly recommend it!

After a long travel to Sydney, I'm so lucky to find this workshop! Their practitioners are so…read moreskillful, professional n friendly. Absolutely a must visit place when I'm going to Sydney again.

From the owner: CE Yoga is a unique yoga studio that caters to men that practise yoga. Located in the heart of…read morePotts Point, Sydney, just 50 m from Kings Cross Station, CE Yoga offers both bespoke private classes and small-group yoga experiences. It is a welcoming learning space that allows a student to: learn at his own pace practise a variety of styles of yoga including hatha vinyasa, yin yoga, restorative yoga, and partner yoga practise yoga either clothed or naked join a vibrant and supportive community of like-minded men enjoy individual attention from his teacher experience a variety of health-related workshops and social events

One flight of stairs takes you from bustling Oxford Street to the clean, calm and welcoming home of…read morePreshana Yoga. I took an 08:00 mixed levels class (drop ins are $19; your first month is $49 unlimited) on Saturday morning lead by Rosh. Including myself, the class had seven students so there was no jostling for space among us. The class was a very nice way to start the day. For the most part vinyasas were optional and Rosh - who trained in Anusara - did a great job of building up to an advanced posture (if you dig that sort of journey you will enjoy her teaching).

Let me tell you something about Preshana Yoga: it's a PHENOMENAL studio that embodies everything…read morethat you'll need. I'd always pass by it and seen the upstairs from Oxford Street opposite the road. But it was only a few months ago that I came here thanks to a friend who recommended that I try it out. Luckily, during that time, a promo was running that I took advantage of and afterwards, I renewed because Preshana is truly something special. I can honestly say that it's changed my life for the better through the knowledgeable and extraordinary instructors who will challenge you. Yoga is not just physical, it's a whole package: mind, body, and spirit and that's the very reason why I love it! It's not always easy but if you're open to it, this is a space that cultivates change and evokes you to dig deep within yourself and grow from it. Heart Glow by Kelli and Release & Re-align (and other classes) by Vanessa are the ones I highly frequent and recommend. Their style of teaching is different from one another but I adore their individual styles because it resonates with me. But give the other classes and instructors a go. Preshana Yoga is a down-to-earth studio and definitely something I recommend. LOVE | PEACE | BLISS = that's Preshana Yoga for you. Namaste!

I'm not sure how long this place has been open, but I've only recently started going here because…read moreit's the closest yoga studio to my home. I have mixed opinions about most yoga studios varying on the type of yoga, number of classes, and the instructors. This one doesn't have the perfect combination which is why it only gets 3 stars. This place has two rooms, neither of which have the capability of doing hot yoga. One room is great, albeit skinny, but the other has a giant pole running through the room, which makes it difficult to see the instructors. It's actually in an old townhouse type building so imagine that. In terms of class availability, they only have a handful of classes in the morning, afternoon, and evening, but as someone who works late it would be nice to have more night options Level of instruction alps varies. I've had some great instructors, like the one tonight named Dana, but it's hit or miss. I went to one on Monday and we spent an hour talking about breathing and maybe ran through two total sequences. It also seems like a lot of subbing goes on so I just don't think they've cultivated a community yet. I'll keep going here because it is close, but I still think it needs a bit of work.

My class pass was extended beyond expiry, took them a while to respond via email (no contact…read morenumber). But happy that it was extended in the end. Passes shouldn't have an expiry date. Would be more inclined to buy more if there wasn't an expiry and if i could buy in store instead of online (more expensive instore). Overall good place and location. Variety of yoga for different skill levels and offers 200 hrs teacher training.

I've been to this studio twice, once in 2017 & once in 2018. It's in a strange location so if…read moreyou're new it might seem difficult to find from the street. There is a small cafe on the first floor, if you walk around the building towards the right, you'll see the sign & entrance on your left. Go up the stairs. You leave your shoes on that second floor but the studio is on the 3rd. This is a very large studio that can accommodate up to 100 students. There is a large community area with couches and such in the lobby. They sell or rent items such as: towels, mats, water, retail clothing, etc. There are separate changing rooms for men & women however the shower stalls are outside of this area so bring what you need to be able to shower in one location and dress in the other. They provide hair dryers, plastic bags for wet clothing, etc. If you want a lock for you locker, they just need something like an ID to hold as collateral for the usage. They only offer the 90 minute Bikram Yoga unfortunately. The heating system in the room is adequate and the instructors do occasionally open the doors to ventilate. The students here are friendly. You can see that most of them have been practicing for awhile but there are new students too, it's a good mix. The only thing I didn't like about the room is the columns in the middle and the dreary curtains. I think it would be nice to have natural light coming in. I heard this studio was recently purchased by new owners, I met both of them and they were very sweet & welcoming. I plan to return!

Adding to the very helpful reviews of other yelpers, here's my experience from the perspective of…read moresomeone totally new to yoga classes (though not yoga). I got exactly what I was looking for here: a new experience, a challenge, and the opportunity to try out some new moves. I'm not a yoga superstar by any stretch, and I found the style of this instruction to be really nice for someone who is just learning. Rather than modelling the moves, the teacher talked non-stop (really) for 90 minutes. For a new person getting distracted by the novelty of the poses (and yes, the slipping and falling out of poses) this constant flow of "how to" was extremely helpful. There is a gradual, step-like nature to almost all of the poses, which meant that I could always participate (at least partially, if not fully). I never felt pressured to go beyond my limits, and it was perfectly normal to sit out poses. Finally, this is a class I would recommend to friends who might not go to a yoga class because a) they are self-conscious about their body or b) they are worried about being berated for poor form. While there was certainly a fair share of athletes here, there was also a normal spectrum of bodies as well. And as of a few minutes in, everyone looked like a sweaty mess, and it certainly seemed like we were all way, way too hot to think about anything except how hot it was. And on the other front, I'm happy to report that the teachers here were very constructive and respectful - they did not embarrass anyone or hover around pointing out problems. Before you go, do be sure to check out their website, which nicely outlined what to expect so that I walked in knowing how everything worked.

This is a good and proper Bikram Yoga place by anyone's standards, and so I think this review might…read morework in a more instructional sort of way, rather than as a straight up opinion rant. Firstly: For newbies, they offer a $17 10 day pass. That's not 10 visits, it just means you can do as many classes as you like, within 10 days from when you first buy the pass. There are all sorts of other deals: bring 3 people and get another 10 day pass for free, get a 1 month membership before the end of your 10 days and it's only $99, etc. etc. While it all starts cheap, full membership can be quite pricy, though if you attend 3+ classes a week it can work out at below $10 a visit. They do offer concessions. What to do / what to expect: Turn up 15 minutes early if you're new. The entry isn't on Crown Street, it's right next door to Shady Pines Saloon. Take off your shoes before you go upstairs. Make sure you're well hydrated and have eaten enough (but not eaten anything in the 2 hours before class). This Bikram yoga centre is big, calming and beautiful and the communal areas smell like well-chosen incents. There's an upstairs and a downstairs yoga studio, the instructors should tell you which one your class will be in. There are small(ish) changerooms with lockers (you'll need a padlock if you want to secure your locker). You can rent mats and towels or bring your own. Don't wear a lot. For guys - just shorts is completely acceptable, and many women also just wear little shorts and sports bras. The room is heated to between 36 and 42 so you will sweat like a mofo, no matter what you're doing. The less clothing, the more comfortable you'll be. Don't worry about what you look like, everyone is so focussed on the poses that no one is paying you any attention. Ok, time to go into the room. Make sure you have your water, mat, and full-size towel. Seriously, just like in Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, you WILL need your towel. If you're new, find a spot close to the back. They only let experienced Bikram-ers go up front, and it makes sense because it helps to copy them. When you first walk in, the heat can be a bit of a shock, and it also can smell a bit funky - like wet carpet - but you don't notice that after a while. Once you have found a spot up the back, put your mat down (keep it straight), and put your towel over it. Lie down and chill out for a while. Once the instructor comes into the room, everyone gets up quite promptly and stands still and tall, ready for the class. The sequence is the same each time, and it takes 90 minutes. They start with breathing exercises and a strenuous warmup, then move into the standing poses. Even the simplest looking poses can be extremely strenuous and difficult if you're doing them properly. Start small, but try to do the poses as well as possible. If you're new, you don't have to get into the full pose immediately, they suggest different options. After the standing poses, there's a series of seated ones - still difficult, but at least you get some chances to lie down and calm yourself a bit. The instructors talk fast and have a lot of rules, though they aren't particularly scary people. Breathe through your nose, keep your face calm, don't talk, keep focused, try not to wipe the sweat off, try to drink only when it's drink break time, try not to leave the room. If you feel totally overwhelmed, you can stand still for a while and/or have some water, or if you really feel bad, sit down for a while (though that can make it worse). One tip: to put some natural electrolytes into your water, squeeze a bit of lemon juice in, or just a pinch of salt. After the class you will absolutely need to take a shower. The upstairs showers are quite nice (and have great smelling shower gel) but they don't lock, and you have to get-in-get-out as quickly as possible. If you're squeamish about sweaty towels you may want to bring a second clean one for the shower. The women's change-room is small but has some hairdryers and everyone is very polite in the cramped space. This place is really serious about getting Bikram right, and the instructors are uncompromising, to the point of being perhaps a little unsympathetic to newbies who aren't coping well. If you have a heart condition or if you frequently have low blood sugar and fainting episodes, then this may not be the right kind of yoga for you. I'm not sure it's the right kind for me either, still working that out.

This gym lacks professional management, quality equipment, and diverse training options…read more Substandard facilities, limited choices, and a disregard for **female safety** make it an unsuitable environment for real fitness progress. If you value a **safe, well-equipped, and inclusive** space, I'd recommend looking elsewhere.

This is one of the best gyms I've ever worked out at especially traveling around the world looking…read morefor nice gyms. This gym in particular I am a big fan of because it has equipment both for regular individuals and for CrossFit and powerlifters.