I have been practicing at Lifted Life since August. I am a very novice yoga practitioner and every…read moreinstructor has been very patient with me. I'd consider myself quite inflexible from my hips down, but I've never felt "less than" or singled out. On the contrary, Julz, Traci, Deb, and Sue have all been very encouraging of using blocks, bolsters, straps, and modifications so I can still practice the poses they are signaling. I've found yoga is just as much about a journey of self/mindfulness as it is a journey of the physical body. Lifted Life emphasizes this whole approach to yoga - the mental, the spiritual, and the physical. They are good about sharing yoga traditions and teachings without being super "hippie" - I'm trying to say I've never felt uncomfortable, feeling forced to feel or believe one thing or another. This is a very peaceful studio. There are some instructors that are more "power yoga" type than others, but I've found the class descriptions to be very helpful and accurate in finding the class that suits my mood or physical needs/limitations. There are yoga mats to rent. They have lots of bolsters, blocks, and straps so you don't have to bring your own. They also have yoga related books, oils, mats, and other things to purchase in the lobby area. I've found all the instructors take past or current injuries or health conditions seriously. You can often hear the instructor suggesting a modification or sharing a reminder to an individual class member based on a fused spine, a hip injury, scoliosis, growing flexibility, and, of course, pregnancy. They offer only a limited number of evening classes at this time, but that's because evening classes were poorly attended. (I know this firsthand because I love the evening classes.) Julz's evening Light I class is the perfect way to unwind for the day and get ready for bed. Traci's Light I classes are perfect for those of us looking to grow our flexibility and/or strength or who need to practice functional movements. (She has us do chair yoga sometimes which, I'm surprised to find, I actually like every now and again.) Sue's evening Mixed is a great flow class. I've worked with Traci the most and she is a great instructor for any level yoga. Julz is also fantastic. Both give great verbal cues and have extensive knowledge on how to practice yoga for your body in that moment. I'm really grateful I've found Lifted Life. It's been an integral part of my physical and mental health journey this year. I highly recommend it. And if you want a super low-risk way to check them out, sign up for their first month unlimited pass. It's very afforable and you get to check out #alltheclasses.

I just went to another yoga class at Lifted Life and had to almost pinch myself in the middle of…read moreclass. It is unreal to think we have such a fabulous studio right in Alpine. I have attend yoga classes all over the country and Lifted Life is a treasure. Focusing on making every post accurate and purposeful, inviting new awareness and consciousness, friendship, education, Lifted Life offers all of this and more. I especially recommend any class by Deb or Julz but all the teachers are great. Today's class had everything in it! So grateful!

I LOVE yoga Vega! I do at least 3 different classes a week! Highly recommend…read more .

I attended the Thursday morning Sound Bath with DJ Jacobson and Jill Klemetson, and it was…read moreabsolutely lovely. I highly recommend it! The studio was also quite beautiful and serene. It's a bit of a drive for me, but I will do my best to make it back because it was so restorative and divine. Thank you!

The Vibe: Release…read more Anna walked over while I was taking photos of the studio. She smiled. Welcomed me in. Checked me in. Showed me around. Good start. By the time everyone settled onto their mats, Anna asked: "Is there anything you'd like to focus on today?" One yogi answered without hesitation. "Release." The whole room smiled. Same. One collective Om. A few Sun Salutations. Then we were off. The Guide: Anna Murray * Express 45 Anna guided us through a few Sun Salutations before gradually stepping back and letting us move through several on our own. There was no stopping. One posture became the next. One breath became the next. Before I knew it... we were halfway through. Once the body was warm, the invitations began. Side Angle. Half Bind. Full Bind. Bird of Paradise. You could stay exactly where you were... or keep opening. The music carried everything forward. Beach House. Rhye. ODESZA. Gregory Alan Isakov. Then, almost unfairly... it was time to come down. Forty-five minutes. Gone. At the end of class, Anna invited us to bask in our wholeness, our worthiness, the steadiness of our being, and then encouraged us to carry that presence into the rest of our day. The Tribe After class, I lingered. Showered. Wandered back to the lobby. Started talking. Dance came up. Anna had danced with the Salt Lake City Ballet. Another yogi studied modern dance. Of course. That explained a few things. Yoga keeps introducing me to fascinating people. Different paths. Same practice. Same willingness to open. Space & Place This studio deserves its own section. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the Wasatch Mountains. Living artwork. During class, the mountains never leave your peripheral vision. They're a part of the practice. My favorite yoga room. By far. The Takeaway Halfway through class, I caught myself thinking: "I don't want this to end." Open. Present. Moving. Apparently...that's what release feels like. Field Note: We don't release to let go. We release to stay open. What you should know: Heat: Warm enough to open. Warm enough to sweat. Music: Beach House. Rhye. LCD Soundsystem. ODESZA. Gregory Alan Isakov. Class Style: Forty-five minutes. No wasted motion. Amenities: Gorgeous studio. Great showers. Good luck not taking photos. Great For: Busy people. Beautiful flow. Back to your day. More open.

Obsessed with Salt Lake Power Yoga. Couldn't have found a cooler community to be a part of. Amazing…read moreservice, kindness, love for yoga. I've learned so much and found passion in practicing yoga through slpy. ‍

Are you looking for a mentally and physically challenging workout with friendly staff and helpful…read moreinstructors? This place has it. The regulars who attend can intimidate at first when they're perfectly executing the poses, but there's an encouragement in the ether that propels the novices, like me, to not give up. Place is awesome and you'll feel great afterwords. Remember to bring two towels, a full length one to go over your yoga mat and a second to wipe your face (oh and some water too).

There are so many people packed into a class, you're lucky if your neighbors sweat doesn't make it…read moreonto your mat. Men and womens classes should be separate, the men in there are sweating so much. Was gagging the entire time.

The yoga teacher at XYZ Fitness is truly passionate about what she does. Her yoga classes are fun,…read morechallenging, yet accessible to all levels. Her private sessions are great, definitely a yoga teacher worth working with! Namaste.

Lacee Straw was recommended to me by a friend, who attends Lacee's yoga classes at Provo Recreation…read moreCenter. I can't believe the progress I've made in just a few months working with Lacee. I love her classes (her Zumba class is the best I've ever seen) so much I actually purchased a membership there, even though I already have a membership at another gym. Lacee brings an enthusiasm to her classes that, along with her expertise, contributes not just to my personal yoga practice, but to my entire fitness training experience. Despite knowing that, due to a previous commitment, I actually do my weight training with a colleague of hers, Lacee expresses genuine interest in my overall fitness goals and progress. Ever since I mentioned I was going to participate in my first triathlon, Lacee has provided motivation and support that has helped carry me through the inevitable ups and downs of performance training. Her balanced approach to fitness and well-being has helped me make cross training work for me and makes working out effective, interesting and fun. I highly recommend Lacee Straw for any of your personal fitness needs.

So relaxing and calm, the location was clean as well. You can tell they take care of their staff…read moreand their customers

I have been wanting to get into something like Yoga for a while now. Well recently I had an injury…read moreat work and Yoga was suggested to me for something that may help. I had seen the advertisement Mindpose had where you could get 14 days for $14 and I decided to give it a go. I signed up and went later that night. My first class was absolutely amazing. The instructor was so welcoming and so kind to me. The second class was not as great--I have found that every instructor sometimes has different teaching styles and also different ideas of what the class consists of. With this specific class, we were doing like a two minute plank in a 98 degree room. Whew. I tried another class that was a lot more about meditation. It was interesting but probably my least favorite just because of the several minutes that she had us holding our necks in a position I couldn't do too well because of the injury I still currently have. I understand that we are not being forced to do every move but there is a lot of pressure to follow along and even more when there is not an alternative option being given. We are supposed to be guided and I don't really want to lay there and look like a lazy bones just because I am restricted from doing a certain pose. I loved a bit more of the meditation and I like when they seem to "guide our spirit" by talking to us about life stuff too (like dedicating the class to someone in mind, releasing negative energy). I really love the music and the atmosphere that Mindpose provides for people. The instructors have all been kind and I love the towel we get after. I wish there was a bit more consistency, even the temperature varies 10 degrees and seems a bit unpredictable. The location is very convenient and I enjoy the dim lighting a lot.

I found Mindful and Embodied through a Groupon for fitness classes at various facilities for $20…read more The Groupon included five classes at the Mindful and Embodied studio; given that the studio is a few blocks away from my house, and in light of the terrific reviews I'd seen online, it seemed like, even if I didn't use the Groupon for anything else, $20 was a great investment for five classes here! I went to my first class last night. The space is really small (like the size of your college living room) and a little hard to find from a crowded parking lot off 600 S. But if you're like me and you haven't been exercising regularly lately for whatever reason (me = childbirth (fine, he's two, but I'm a recently divorced single mom so time for myself is a precious commodity!)), it is so relaxing and welcoming when you come in that you quickly forget it was a bit of a hassle to get there. The instructor, Natalie, was terrific, especially for an easily intimidated, out of shape, generally squishy newcomer like me. The class was not physically taxing, but nor did I expect it to be given that its title was something like "rest and relaxation." I'm excited to sign up for my next class and really hope to develop a more regular, long-term yoga practice at this studio.

An incredibly welcoming space. Many people feel worried about walking into their first yoga class…read morebut the energy at Mindful & Embodied is personable and accessible. You'll be in great hands with Natalie. This cozy space also provides a wide variety of classes and the instructor personalizes each session for YOU--private sessions or group classes. Would recommend this place to anyone and everyone!

The Vibe: Community Finds You…read more Sometimes you choose a yoga studio. Sometimes the yoga community chooses one for you. Centered City Yoga kept finding me. First, a yoga teacher recommended it. Then another yogi. Then, as I stepped out of my car, a cyclist pointed toward the building. "That's the yoga studio I was telling you about." Three recommendations... before I even walked in. I smiled. This was going to be good. It was. Don greeted me with a beautiful smile. He showed me around. Explained the studio. Pointed me toward everything I needed. Then our conversation wandered somewhere bigger than yoga. How this practice has helped shape who we are. Reflecting... That wasn't just a conversation before class. It was the class. The Guide: Don Anderson * Hot Power Flow Before we moved, Don asked a simple question: "Is there anything you'd like to focus on today?" The room answered. Neck. Shoulders. Hips. We began standing at the top of our mats. Just breathing. The music was soft. Subtle Indian influences. I caught a snippet honoring Ganesh. Perfect. Here's to clear paths ahead. In Cat-Cow, Don invited us to move intuitively. If something felt sticky... breathe into it If something felt wonderful... stay with that too. Sun Salutations. Then... slow, thoughtful sections. A moving meditation. Halfway through, Don made us laugh. He used to have everyone applaud. Then he admitted... he got tired of the applause. I get it. Every practice evolves. We paused in Child's Pose. Perfect timing. My first assist. Later, in Savasana... A chilled towel. Then a second assist. Gentle shoulders. Gentle head. An Ajna (third-eye) touch. My favorite. Three collective Oms. Practice complete. The Tribe Everyone seemed completely at ease. So was I. With Don. With the students. And... with myself. After class, I thanked the yogi beside me. We'd been learning from one another all morning. Without saying a word. The Space & Place The Lobby: Simple. Clean. Thoughtfully curated. Mats, towels, essentials, and recovery drinks. Everything you need. The Yoga Room: Light wood floors. High ceilings. Soft pendant lighting. One mirrored wall. Plenty of open space. Down the Hall: Filtered water. (Plus my favorite sign: "Fast Flow = Splash Risk!" ) Beautiful shower. Beautiful plants. Artwork. Chilled towels in Savasana. The Takeaway I understand why everyone recommends Centered City Yoga. It's one of the best entry points into flow yoga. Especially heated flow. If you don't know Sanskrit... Don teaches in plain English. If a transition is unfamiliar... he demonstrates it. Beginners have time to learn. Experienced yogis have room to explore. We all practice together. Field Note: A great teacher creates enough space for everyone to practice together...in their own way. Great For * First heated flow class * Beginners learning asanas without feeling overwhelmed * Experienced yogis wanting a slower, more intentional practice * People who appreciate hands-on assists (with permission) * Anyone looking for genuine community

Love the new CCY Hot location, it feels more humid and in this climate that was much needed. Class…read morewas great, Chris is a good instructor who makes you feel comfortable and pushes you at the same time.