Follow up: I am now…read moregoing on my 4th month of my Hot Yoga journey with Expand Yoga Federal Way. I want to share everything I've learned during this time. I practice around 5 days a week. I mostly attend Original Hot but have pushed myself to try Vinyasa and Yin. I LOVE doubling up on an Original Hot day with Yin. My body feels stronger now than it has in years and it's been a slow build to this point since I began my journey. In the time I've been practicing, not only have I progressed physically in my postures but mentally I have gained so much confidence. It was a struggle when I first started just looking at myself in the mirror. I am a tired, hard working mom with 3 boys. It was hard to look at who I am now compared to who I was before all that. As time went on, I started to face myself and gain confidence in the strong woman I am. I no longer want to look away and I appreciate what I see in front of me. I never would have had this, had I not started practicing with Expand. The studio is such a friendly and welcoming community. I've made so many new Yoga friends that I enjoy practicing with. We cheer each other on, we love going to the same classes together and it's nice to meet people who love the practice as much as I do. Yin has become a fast favorite class for me. I describe it as deep stretching with meditation. It has helped me improve so much in my flexibility with Original Hot. If I can, I double it up with Original Hot. However, it is a class that I would just take alone as well. It is so relaxing and almost a spa like experience. Vinyasa is my challenge. I swear every time I take that class I just relish in how improved I am with Original Hot I take Vinyasa though because it is my weakness. I am usually sore after the class and it throws my body out of its usual routine. My hope is that one day it isn't a class I drag myself to but rather one I strive to take. Original Hot is my GO TO. I could practice it over and over without getting bored. Even though it's always the same 26 postures, there is always room for growth and improvement- as with any of the classes to be honest. I LOVE the hot temps of the room and just feel this burst of energy after the class. It's really such a natural high. I've even doubled up with Original Hot twice in one day. THAT was exhilarating. The studio itself is so spacious and can clearly house many comfortably. I love the heating elements in the room. It creates a different level of heat than I have experienced at other studios. It's next level but doesn't wipe you out. Every instructor is amazing. Each one wants you to improve and will give instructions for corrections. They have each taught me something new multiple times. It's fun when they get excited with you on your improvements. I feel like I have a group of cheerleaders. Everyone is great at making you feel special and important to this community they are building. After class, every instructor is happy to help you with any questions you have. They are also great at demonstrating and explaining the why. Their experience shows with their knowledge. I just don't know where I would be right now if it weren't for Expand Yoga Federal Way. I feel like I was just floating with no direction with the same thing happening every day. I look forward to my classes and I walk around feeling confident rather than hiding myself. I love just getting that time to myself to center without any distractions. If you can try this studio, don't walk... RUN! You won't regret it. Thank you so much Expand Yoga!!

I have been doing yoga around the world for most of my adult life and I'm almost 50 years old now…read more This "sculpt" class with the instructor Tomio, was probably the most boring class I have ever attended. I barely broke a sweat and his voice and tone gave the impression that he was reciting the most dry text book for the 100th time and he didn't even want to be bothered. He gave insufficient communication when sequencing and teaching, having no cues for breathing, giving no explanation or modification, having no clear explanation of what muscles students should be engaging and only using about 75% of class time for actual exercises. He used so much time up for talking, changing music and water breaks, it was actually a good waste of my time. He clearly had some experience with upper body strength, but his class was full of older people who didn't have the same ability as he did. He didn't read the room and adjust to his student's abilities or give any modifications or suggestions for older people who couldn't perform his unrealistic exercises. Most students were 40+ women and he had the class doing planks or push ups for the majority of the practice. I couldn't leave fast enough because he repeats everything he says at least twice, as though it's a nervous tic, and it's very hard for someone who is an instructor to listen to his communication skills. He couldn't even count down without repeating himself and counting double. I also kept pulling long hairs from my weights. Yuck! After class, I tried to rinse off in the shower and it was full of a bunch of dark brown hair. I don't think this place is for me.

A yogi's hidden gem in Pierce County…read more I am in such deep gratitude for this yoga studio. It all started over a year ago when I moved myself and my family out here to this area. I knew I wanted to get back into yoga and decided to try out Tuladhara's new student special last summer for my birthday gift to self. Best decision of my 30's thus far! Fast forward to over a year now being at this studio: 1. I have never felt more connected to Self while practicing on my mat nowadays, all thanks to the amazing teacher staff here (special shout out to Alicia, Leslie, Laura, Sona and Caitlin!). 2. I am officially certified as a 200 Hour RYT myself THANKS to this studio. I took their 200 Hour training earlier this year and have since then graduated (extremely life-changing experience for those interested in becoming a certified yoga instructor or to simply deepen your practice). 3. Still one of the cleanest (with no marketing BS) yoga studios I've practiced in. If you're new to yoga, come to Tula. If you're not-so-new-but-would-like-to-come-back-to-it, come to Tula. If you just want to feel "at home" on your mat, come to Tula.

I want to build a home inside the wall and live in it. This place is awesome. I have taken a few…read moreclasses here and got to try out the entire month for $30 (only for the introduction month). My latest class was with Kat and it was the Yin Candle light (Cate is usually the instructor). What a relaxing way to end the week with stretches that hold and test your will to just be. Another class I have taken and loved is the gong bath meditation with Wayne Barto. The vibration of the enormous gongs send you in to a state of pure bliss and total submission to just give in to the space and be renewed through their energy. I have my class pass for the next few months. Meet me at the mat.

I took the plunge this summer and tried yoga for the very first time right as I was turning 60 -and…read moreI could not have found a better place to begin. From day one, this studio has been incredibly welcoming, encouraging, and genuinely kind. I never felt intimidated or out of place as a complete beginner. Instead, I found instructors who met me where I was, challenged me in all the right ways, and made me feel supported as I learned and grew. What makes this studio so special is that it is much more than a place to take a yoga class. Simply Hot Yoga has created a true community -a caring, loving yoga family. That spirit shows up in every class and through every instructor. The entire team has encouraged me not only in my yoga practice, but also to invest in myself, prioritize my well-being, and recognize that it is never too late to try something new. I am so grateful I walked through those doors last June just weeks before my 60th birthday. What began as me simply trying yoga has become something I genuinely look forward to and value in my life. If you have ever thought about trying yoga but felt hesitant, intimidated, or wondered whether you were "too old" to start, this is the place I would tell you to go. You will be welcomed, supported, and cared for from the moment you arrive. Five stars simply are not enough.

SHY yoga instructors are saints! Not only did they save my life, getting me ready for an upcoming…read morecancer diagnosis, but more importantly have been teaching me how to live, be the man I want to be and know that I'm enough. The instructors are the freaking best! Tacoma is lucky to have you. Sign up now!

Wonderful yoga studio ‍ samitha runs the Tuesday pre-natal and the Wednesday align flow and does a…read morewonderful job with the class. She makes everyone feel welcomed, and I appreicte her insight and guidance. As someone who is pregnant doing this for the first time she has made it so doing something new is comfortable, which can be anxiety riding (pregnancy in general.) If you're looking for pre-natal yoga, please come here. The $35 / 2 weeks is a great day and includes in person and online classes. They have offers for class packages to sign up for which pricing is great, especially since I've gone and looked at other studios. They provide all "tools" yoga mat, blankets, massage balls, yoga blocks and much more which is also a bonus a lot of studios don't include. You can bring your own or use what is offered.

Amazing yoga studio! the decor inside the studio was nice and clean, the class was relaxing and you…read morecan tell the owner and other teachers are informed about the teachings! my partner and I will definitely go back.

Priscilla is truly an angel. After a debilitating accident, physical therapy helped but didnt give…read moreme the fast results or complete recovery I wanted. Priscilla's aerial restorative yoga has been a life saver. Priscilla's classes are truly a miracle. Physical Therapist should be in a bidding war to have her in their practice!

I have been going to Cilly fitness for almot 2 years....best thing ever for people with back issue…read more they have the VERY BEST NEW CLASS.....flip, fly and Plank, I got a serious work out and can totally feel it all over the next morning........but this was the easiest time getting out of bed I have had in years....no body stifness any where....I will FOREVER take this class!!!! thank you Cilly Fitness for offering this amazing class!

Namaste ... to all the instructors and business owner(s) at Three Trees!…read more I am truly thankful to you all especially during COVID for offering 'zoom' yoga and offering at affordable prices! And, I may be one yogi who actually prefers 'zoom' yoga with its convenience, comfort of your own space and props, ease of use... please please please continue to offer post COVID My yoga practice has grown with the ability to 'zoom' and I look forward to my practice! I appreciate the diversity of classes and instructors available, and have seen my strength grow both mentally and physically! Another treat is trying out classes from recent graduates of their yoga instructor classes when a substitute is needed. A new 2021 feature offered is earning points towards a free class or merch when completing a class! Rewards works for me!

November 2024: This yoga studio is organized, clean and has a calming atmosphere. The instructors…read moreare knowledgeable and friendly. There are a variety of classes throughout the week. They have equipment you can borrow too. They use an app with which you can sign up for classes, buy passes, read instructor bios and reviews, etc. It is convenient. Recommend!

Super Studios has helped me fall in love with fitness and health. Before going I was confused and…read moreoverwhelmed with everything fitness. Am I doing it right? Am I working this muscle group enough? Super studios makes sure you leave there definitely feeling like every muscle group has been worked! The classes are small, and the instructors are very nice! It's always great going in and seeing familiar faces during classes!

So I walked past this place for a good three months before I finally decided to go in and see what…read moreit was. I danced for 15 years and so I knew that Barre stood for a ballet barre, so I assumed it had to be some type of exercise studio. All of the ladies that work here are super friendly. They have a lot of really great packages and programs. Student discounts, Corporate discounts (if you can get five people to sign up), and New Client Memberships. I decided to try it out and purchased a drop in class which was $18.00. Man! This is not for the faint of heart. I had to modify most of the exercises, and had to take multiple breaks the first couple of weeks. I have always been a pretty active person. I played basketball in college (DII NCAA), and danced. I had been doing CrossFit for 10 months, but had taken a break from it due to multiple surgeries. I also didn't like how bulky I got doing CrossFit or that my WOD only took 20 minutes, and I felt like I hadn't worked out long enough. Barre is completely different. It is very challenging! This is not some Zumba class at your local Y. It is a full hour of circuit style barre/yoga/pilates style exercises. You will get your cardio! Don't worry! You will not stop moving for an entire hour. I love that I get a full body workout and my cardio in an hour. The same workout would take 2 hours of weights and then a two mile run just to get the same feeling. As a mother, I don't have three hours a day to spend at the gym. Barre provides variety to avoid muscle memory, and every class is different. I have been taking all of the 12 o'clock classes during my lunch hour (with the exception of Tuesdays). There are different instructors on different days, but even if you get the same person leading the class the workout is ALWAYS different. I usually have class with Trish or Elizabeth's, and I have done one 4:30 class with Dena. Love all of their styles. They are great. Elizabeth and Trish give modifications and really guide you to challenge yourself, and not give up. I literally feel addicted. I am coming 5 times a week, and I can tell on the days when I don't go that I missed a workout. This isn't a fad workout program, and there are a bunch out there. It is hard work, but if you do it, you wil get the results you want and better! I knew the first time I walked into class and saw a small group of women that looked like dancers that I was in the right place. Not because I look like a dancer, but because I want to look like one! lol I already feel leaner and more flexible. Just try a drop in class, you will be hoooked! It is great, tons of fun, and you will be back.

Great experience starting out, my first class with Ali as an instructor! I tried them on a drop-in…read morebasis about 6 months ago but was not in a place to be back to yoga yet (just a couple months out after shattering my foot in an accident and having 2 surgeries)... fast forward 5 months and I am back! I took advantage of their 30 days for $50 opportunity to try it out and so far I am optimistic! I LOVE that they have a 5:15 AM hot yoga class 2x per week so that I can get my stretch & sweat out of the way before my family is even awake. No problems with the online system... was charged $50 as promised, entered my info and it checked me out just fine. I saw another review claiming "fraud" because the website charged them the full month rather than the promo price, but haven't experienced this issue, also using basic safari browser to sign up! Looking forward to trying a more intense class this weekend!

Revive yoga is my favorite spot to do hot yoga and mat Pilates! The instructors are so warm and…read morewelcoming which makes attending class less intimidating! I've been doing yoga at this studio for two months now, and the classes have really helped me feel confident in my yoga practice as well as in myself. I definitely recommend trying out any of their classes!

Each session I have is never the same because she personalizes it by checking in with me to see how…read moreI'm doing and based on that she starts the session. She's an intuitive, caring, thoughtful, watchful, thorough person and because of that she seems to always know what's needed in each of my yoga sessions with her. Thank you Jenni for being the kind of Yoga Teacher that draws forth that which is already in a Student, Namaste‍

I think the difference between a good yoga teacher and a great yoga teacher is the person inside…read morethe stretchy clothes. Jenny is super competent as an instructor, spontaneously hilarious when the sounds of the city (I like city sounds) break through our bubble of Zen, and also, she is a healer. Over the years, I have been to different studios and for me, it boils down to the energy and spirit of the instructor--this teacher is the real deal. If you, like me, don't have time to spend one minute 'going through the motions' of taking care of yourself and you take yoga seriougo check out this studio! They are having an open house Dec 8, 2019 from noon to 4.

I was brand new to Pilates and looking to try a new kind of exercise. After doing some looking…read morearound at options in Tacoma, I stumbled upon The Studio. I was intrigued by the aesthetic they have going on on their social media and decided to check them out! Fast forward to my first class - the instructor was so kind and supportive! It had been a while since I had worked out and so I opted to take a few modified poses and breaks during the class, which the instructor was so nice about (I didn't feel embarrassed at all!). They were also incredibly diligent about cleaning and I felt completely comfortable there, especially with everything going on right now about cleanliness. It felt so good to be able to go to an exercise class and sweat out some of the anxiety going around during these times and feel confident that my health was considered in the cleanliness of the studio and the machines. I definitely felt the burn afterward and will certainly be back!

I have tried a few classes here. I have down the form and the flow. The sculpt is advanced and I…read morehaven't go there yet. I like all the instructors and they all have a great music playlist. I like how the classroom sizes are smaller and you can really go at your own pace. I would come regular but it's a little out of my budget. It's always nice when I can go though. Parking is easy. Tons right in front. That's a plus you don't have to worry about!