I regularly attend bungee fitness classes with Angela Claeson and have a class package because I…read moreenjoy them so much. Angela is an outstanding instructor who consistently goes above and beyond for her students. She walks around the room, provides individual feedback, and makes sure everyone is performing movements safely and correctly. It's clear that she genuinely cares about everyone in the class and wants them to succeed. What sets Angela apart is her energy, attentiveness, and motivation. She is loud and clear when giving instructions, so everyone can easily hear and follow along throughout the workout. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and she creates a positive, encouraging environment that makes the class both fun and challenging. I've taken the class with another instructor before, and the difference was noticeable. Angela stays focused on coaching and supporting participants rather than getting her own workout in. She makes everyone feel welcome, supported, and confident, regardless of their fitness level. The bungee fitness classes are an amazing workout, and Raffa is an excellent wellness facility with a welcoming atmosphere and top-notch programs. I highly recommend Angela's classes to anyone looking for a fun, effective, and engaging fitness experience.

I took my first class and I love the welcoming atmosphere at Raffa Yoga!!!! Super relaxing and…read morethere is much to learn.....

The Sitting Room is a real gem located in Lexington Center. I had been looking for a meditation…read morecenter close to my work, where I could sit and meditate with others, receive guidance on meditating, and learn Buddhist teachings. The Sitting Room provides just that. There are sittings at lunch time, conveniently from 12:30-1:00. There are also later afternoon sittings, and some evening sittings. On Thursday evenings, there are Dharma talks, which impart Buddhist teachings. The room is beautifully appointed and very calming. I would recommend the sitting room to any friend or family member looking for support in their meditation practice, or for a meditation community.

Christine couldn't have been nicer more welcoming and explained greatly our first time experience…read more will definatly go back! very relaxing.

Liz is by far one of the most compassionate and knowledgable individuals in her industry. Not only…read moredoes she instruct with patience and attention to detail, she is also an incredible teacher. Don't be afraid to try a new practice with Liz as she works with her clients every step of the way at their own pace. I couldn't recommend Aligned Meditation enough for both seasoned vets and beginners alike!

I absolutely loved the sound bath and yoga session last month. Liz was exceptional in guiding…read moreeveryone through meditation. It helped me quiet my mind. This was definitely one of the most relaxed savasana's I have had in awhile. I can't wait for future sessions!

In all the decades having massages, this was without a doubt, the most relaxing, refreshing, and…read moreexactly what I needed. No one will ever give a better massage than Missy. I will be back often to Enlightened. I have finally found a real massage therapist.

Missy is incredible, and I can't stress it enough! I went in for a massage/reiki session with…read morepretty significant nausea and discomfort, and by the time I left, I was feeling significantly better, unbelievably so. i can't recommend her business more highly. you will not regret booking with her!

Guided meditations on Monday's and Thursday's with Fran are exactly what your Dr. ordered. Bringing…read moreyou peace, mindfulness, and back to center. Along with the benefits of the salt room -- helping seasonal allergies, bringing more relaxation to an already relaxing state of mind. I also love checking out there crystals!

Average, not a lot of salt. seems to have gone down from what has been there in the past. I've been…read more3-4 times. if you like average this is it.

Have been coming here for years and I have learned so much from the owner and from using the…read moreproducts! I also have some great donated books from there which started shaping my understanding in astrology, tarot, and crystals. So grateful this place was located only down the street from my house when I was starting to open up spiritually back in 2011. I was given the opportunity to curiously wander in and learn so much. This store has changed my life physically, mentally, and spiritually! Thank you! -Nicole

This is the best place ever! They have everything you could dream of and the owner is so…read moreknowledgeable and very helpful.

I recently had the pleasure of completing the First Degree Reiki certification course at A Higher…read moreBalance with proprietor, Reiki Master, and massage therapist Judy Copp. I had long been interested in the concept of Reiki, and this year, with the help of my very kind sister, who provided me with a very generous gift certificate for the course, I was finally able to register for and complete the course. Copp's A Higher Balance method was everything I had hoped for - and more. Copp herself is a kind, gentle, and comprehensive hands-on teacher - with about one-third of the one-day, $150 First Degree course spent in reading and instruction, and about two-thirds spent in actual, hands-on instruction and practice with other students. If you are in or near Salem and want to experience this course - which is equally geared toward those who are interested in Reiki for self-healing, and to those who might wish to eventually practice Reiki in a professional capacity for payment - you will first and foremost want to find out exactly where A Higher Balance is located. In downtown Salem, directly across the street from very prominent Salem Post Office building - across the divided segment of Washington Street - is the Salem landmark, Hawthorne Building. The Hawthorne Building hosts several prominent, retail businesses among its ground-floor, glass-paneled storefronts, including Bank of America's downtown branch, the UPS Store, the locally-owned and operated Living Well massage center, and last but certainly not least, the very-popular and always busy Starbucks. In the center of the Hawthorne Building - between Bank of America to the left and the UPS Store to the right - is a large set of double doors, and just beyond these a slate-floored, plate glass-paneled atrium of sorts. Inside the small atrium, to the right, is an elevator, and to the left, a set of stairs located behind a closed door. For those wishing some quick exercise, you can take the single fight of stairs up the long, cavernous second-floor hallway. If stairs are not your thing, the elevator one-flight up serves nicely. Whether via stairs or elevator, one inside the second-floor hallway, the A Higher Balance offices and meditation space will be to your right, at the far end of the hallway. A Higher Balance occupies the corner office of the building, directly above Starbucks. As you enter the modest, yet strikingly beautiful main meditation room, you notice a profound change in the atmosphere - the aura, according to New Age practitioners in-the-know. Natural sunlight streams through the large, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Washington and Canal streets, and beyond those, the train tracks that run along Canal. On the walls and on various pedestals are are collections of gold and wooden Buddha statues, and accenting these are various altars decorated with candles, statues, images, and small, mostly Oriental-themed objects of devotion. In the center of the room are chairs used for meditation, tables for meetings, and depending upon the time you arrive, one or more Reiki/'massage tables used by Reiki Master Copp to teach the First, Second, and Master-level courses. While in meditation - Sunday nights - you can even request a tufted, silk pillow to rest your feet on. (Socks - not shoes - are de rigeur once you step foot inside Copp's healing space.) Reiki Master Judy Copp is certified in several healing modalities - that's techniques to you newbies - and uses a combination of physical and mental healing techniques. She also incorporates her unique insights as an intuitive, empathic healer to further enhance what is now developing into the best in cutting-edge, hybrid energy healing in Salem, and on the North Shore. Copp, at A Higher Balance, offers a wide range of healing and massage services, which include: polarity therapy, which, according to the A Higher Balance website, is " a type of energy healing that encompasses gentle pressure on specific points or pathways on the body, as well as massage, foot reflexology, craniosacral, stretching and rocking; traditional therapeutic massage; vibrational energy healing; and of course, Reiki healing, which a gentle, hands-on healing technique developed by a Japanese monk in the 1920's. A Higher Balance review - to be continued....

Judy is one of the most kind, sweet, loving, gentle, and humble beings that I've ever met. Her…read moreconnection to God and the spiritual wisdom that she embodies is astounding. She sees who I am in my essence with clarity and helps me connect with who I truly am. Her energy work is potent and profound. Polarity/Reiki/RYSE has opened my heart, fortified my strength, risen my vibration, deepened my connection to myself and spirit, and cleared out energy that was not serving me. I believe, with confidence, that Judy is the real deal.

Such a lovely and fun shop, and the owner is beyond patient and helpful. She took all the time I…read moreneeded to figure out a giftcard issue I was having and was so kind.

Very cool shop, I was looking forward to getting my aura picture taken all day. Unfortunately the…read morewoman who was doing the reading was extremely rude and made comments that were extremely out of line. It ruined the entire experience for me and I was upset all day. I would never treat anyone, especially a paying customer, with such disrespect. I was nothing but respectful and asking questions. I saw her give a much more respectful long reading to the couple before me. She made the whole thing very uncomfortable and awkward.

Strongly recommend the Synastry reading with Emmy. She was so thoughtful, gave us SO much…read moreinformation, and we walked away with helpful tips for our relationship. Overall a wonderful experience.

I tried the crystal bed therapy session it was amazing very warm relaxing and peaceful the…read morecombination of light sound and vibration therapy was wonderful for balancing your chakras. I am looking forward to trying the somadome meditation pod. The space is beautiful and an oasis with many different treatments for you to experience to take time for self care. The staff are very kind and welcoming.