Felicia is a fantastic trainer. She knows how to balance strength training with fun. I mean she has…read moreto do the talking when I'm in plank position, but that's what makes her so great! She has kept me fit and strong for the past 5 years and I can't recommend her highly enough.

I love my workouts with Felicia! I've been going to her classes for a few years now and they are…read morefun and impactful. I've lost weight and I'm toned. Plus they're fun, I can't recommend her enough!!!

Andrea is great! Her classes include an amazing balance of strengthening, stretching, relaxation…read moreand pushing your personal limits. I always feel very rejuvinated after her Vinyasa classes! She has a great personality - very easy to talk to and always positive and friendly. She is great at adjusting your poses to make sure you learn how to maximize each pose and reap the benefits of each posture. Thanks, Andrea!!

Andrea is such an amazing Yoga instructor. We are lucky that she comes to our office once a week…read moreto teach a class. She tailors the class to meet our needs and It's helped many of get fit! I was never sure I would be able to do yoga, but Andrea helped keep me motivated and little by little, I've improved my strength, flexibility, balance and breathing practice. It's amazing what yoga can do to improve your overall health! I highly recommend Andrea.

I have only written one on-line review before, years ago, but when I learned that Britt was…read morestarting her own business (intrinsicPT.com) in addition to continuing to provide her services at Precision Point Pilates (where I first met her), I had to take the leap and post again. I have been working one-on-one with Britt on a weekly (sometimes more!) basis for other three years as my pilates instructor and physical therapist. Simply put, she is the best. Even before she completed her doctorate, she was clearly an expert in the field of physical therapy but it has been so amazing to watch her blossom into the full professional that she is today. She answers every question (I have many), always modifies poses as needed, helps identify new ways to stretch and strengthen my body, and always always challenges me to do my very best. As someone with scoliosis and a herrington rod for over 30 years, I could only do pilates (properly) with a trained therapist at my side--Britt has been that PT for me and I honestly could not ask for a better one. This is particularly true when you also take into account her kind and generous nature, good sense of humor, unflappable demeanor, and genuine way of being. She is the real deal and a real gem!

I've been taking semi-private lessons from Jenn during 2021 and I love her energy! She always keeps…read morethe exercises interesting and is non-judgements. You can't go wrong with Jenn as your trainer!

Don't take this girl away from me! You can't have her!…read moreJenn's been kicking our butts for few months now and I love it! At first we wanted someone who would get in a bit of shape before the wedding but in the process, we fell in love... with Jenn's ways. She's not a drill Sergent, but she's no push over either. The workouts are challenging and differs every week so I don't get bored. I've had PT's who basically put me on a treadmill for 30 minutes (seriously, I've paid people to push few buttons on a machine!). Jenn's cardio doesn't feel like a cardio but it works. I've ran out of breath having fun with my husband. I always feel a bit sore (in a good way) but recharged after a workout. Yay~

I was new to yoga classes and BendSF opened on hayes around the corner from me. Being too lazy to…read morewalk very far, and hearing there was a restorative class that was not too strenuous, I was sold on BendSF! From there I tried a lot of the different instructors and classes. They were all top notch, worthy of great reviews, but Abby Volk gets the "will take you to a higher plane" Good Karma Housekeeping stamp of approval. 10 metaphysical stars. Trust me, I'm like a wrecked husk of a human being, and one class per week with Abby has actually RESTORED me.

Abby is a great teacher! I went to her restorative class and it was a relaxing practice with…read moremassage. The class was just what I needed after a crazy day... Check out her classes!

To all Yogis out there! Whether aspiring, intermediate, or advanced, IKOV Yoga is led by a…read morewonderful woman who will help center your mind and strengthen your body. * * * As I sauntered across town from the Mission to the Inner Richmond with two of my favorite ladies on the planet, I couldn't help but drift through weaving connections in my head about my yoga practice. Sporadic at best, when I do come to my mat, it's generally to let go of some stress from work or some desperate play for Jason Stackhouse abs. However, as we navigated West through the foggy Pan Handle and across Stanyan on Sunday night, the air visibly twisted, bent, and yoga'ed around our car and inspired an excitement for the 3 Sunday classes I had planned at IKOV. Upon entering the space (located at WestSide Art House) warmth and the smell of homemade chai tea replaced the chill of the fog from outside. Inviting hardwood floors, soft lighting, and mellow indie music (hear Sufjan Stevens) converged and I immediately embraced the yogic state of mind. I borrowed a mat (yep, they've got some there) and set up my little yoga station complete with blocks, blanket, and water next to my friends. As the time for the class to start approached, the space filled to a comfortable capacity -- nothing kills your Zen like having to do yoga in fear of slapping your sweaty neighbor, and thankfully it was a great class size that facilitated a lot of one on one attention. As we all found our way to our mats and in a sitting position, the class opened with an Ohm and expression of gratitude for our attendance. Our instructor, Mary, then led us through a great balance of warm-up poses that got our movements in sync with our breathing. These were some poses that I had never done before, but really focused my breathing and practice. Definitely the best way I have ever started a yoga class. We proceeded to do basic flows that brought us through the warrior positions, and the crazy one where your left arm wraps under your right and then you hug yourself with your legs (eagle I think) and then down to our mat for some inversions. By the time we made it to the inversions at the end, I felt great. We did shoulder stands and plow and it was the first time I was able to make it to ull plow with my feet behind my head touching the floor (awesome achievement for a pizza lover!). After the class, we were treated to homemade chai tea and oatmeal bars, which facilitated an awesome forum for a post-session run down with the other members and even the instructor Mary. In summation, I felt like I was part of a small, intimate, yoga community where judgement, embarrassment and self consciousness were not even an option. From the very beginning to the very end I felt centered, relaxed, and in the moment thanks to the ambiance, organic flow, and natural instruction. IKOV is truly the difference between "like" and "love" for Yoga to me!

If I could give Estee 10 stars, I would. That's just how amazing and wonderful she is…read more After many years of super intense/athletic yoga, finding myself in Estee's class was a REVELATION. With Estee, I discovered what it was like to have balance and harmony in my yoga practice. She has been a true inspiration to me, both on and off the mat. Here are the reasons why Estee is 10 stars, amazing and wonderful: 1) Estee, the human being She is unbelievably kind, compassionate and approachable. Estee is the nicest person I've ever met. Truth. You can't help but feel at total ease in her presence. 2) Estee, the yoga teacher Super calming and supportive. Clear direction. Creative, intuitive sequencing. Thoughtful modifications and hands-on adjustments. You know that you are safe. You feel encouraged to maybe go a little deeper. You also feel totally okay hanging out in child's pose for a while. No judgement. No ego. 3) Estee, the yoga experience Every single time I walk out of her class, I feel restored, rejuvenated and energized - as though my world found itself in perfect alignment in those 90 minutes. Estee's classes are energetically balanced - incorporating intention, breathwork, chanting and challenging flow. Oh yes, you will sweat. But you will never feel overwhelmed. There is something for everyone, from the newbie to the seasoned practitioner. Whatever your yoga experience, however you are feeling that day, Estee's class will nourish you, body and soul. Did I mention the super sweet meditation/savasana at the end of the class? BLISS. So there you have it. Estee is the best. Be kind to yourself and check out her class.

It's always such a treat for me whenever I can get over to Urban Flow for one of Estee's classes…read more Her sequences are always different and it's nice to mix it up during class. What's also nice is that she has such a calm and relaxing demeanor during class so you don't realize that you're getting absolutely WORKED during class. During our last class she really lead us out of it slowly and after class was over both my friend and I agreed that we didn't want that savasana to end. Great job Estee - looking forward to many many more!

We have been practicing Yoga with Jacqui for many years, first at YogaTree, now online with Zoom…read more We love her classes. Jacqui explores many pauses, making classes different from one another. We work the entire body. Classes are truly for all levels. Jacqui provides clear instructions and is an enjoyable teacher we highly recommend!

Jacqui Rowley! I…read morehad the pleasure of working with Jacqui at not just one, but two yoga studios! I have been practicing with Jacqui for two years now -- she has a beautiful practice that is slow, methodical and informative. Through Jacqui's classes I feel that I have come closer to understanding the subtle body in poses. Her descriptive alignment and engagement cues enable you to really 'work' the pose and receive all the benefits they have to offer. Id highly recommend her to any level of students and any of your yoga needs!