They are the best! Very good for beginners and seniors. I highly recommend this business!…read more They are the best! Very good for beginners and seniors. I highly recommend this business!

I finally found a wonderful meditative yoga practice in Buffalo...and it turned out to be only a…read morefew blocks away from my apartment! I've heard about the Himalayan Institute for a while, but finally took the plunge and signed up for a 6-week long class series of their "Level II" yoga classes last night. The Himalayan Institute is a wonderful 501(3)c non-profit that offers yoga classes, workshops, lectures, etc inside their elegant mansion on Delaware Ave. When you stop in, you feel like you're inside a cozy home. There's a place to take off your shoes and an immediate bookstore to your left. Further down, there's the main living room where classes take place. It helps to take a class that has 10-12 people and not too much more as the room can get pretty crowded with 16+ people or so I hear. Here's what stands out about the Himalayan Institute: their yoga classes generally center around a meditation-practice. As a result, I feel incredibly relaxed and focused afterward. As opposed to some classes (such as Evolation), where I sweat like I'm inside some Finnish bathhouse and leave the class with more of an exercise high. With most classes, you have to sign up for a full 6-week commitment (usually $80), although they do offer drop-in classes on Thursdays from 5:30-6:30pm for beginners ($5) and on Saturdays (9:30-11am) for a more intermediate ($10) practice. In summary, I adore their meditative approach, yoga teachers as well as the novelty of practicing yoga inside a cozy old mansion. Unfortunately, there are no accessible showers in the facility, but there is a bathroom where you can change.

Prior to the pandemic I did Baptiste style power yoga for several years, but when my studio closed…read moreI fell out on any exercise except dog walking and just couldn't get it back. I started to feel my age, lots of aches and pains. For some reason, this March I decided to purchase an introductory pass to I am Yoga - a studio I had had my eye on for a while, wanting to try 26 & 2 style yoga. Just shy of 4 months later, I can't get enough of this studio or this style of yoga. The studio itself is very nice - I enjoy the setting in the Williamsville village, there is plenty of room to navigate entrances and exits and they have a nice locker room. The hot yoga room is large and comfortable - never feels crowded despite good attendance. You can either choose a dark corner to really settle inward or put yourself near a sunny window. Everyone is very friendly and low key - you never feel any pressure of any kind. The yoga is HOT, but I love that. I know it's not for everyone. I was surprised how much I like the regularity of the 26 & 2 sequence - strangely I never get bored as there just seems to be an infinite journey in each move - hard to explain. I can't believe how much I have strengthened - old injuries (knee surgeries) seem to be healing, aches and pains disappearing, feeling younger and with increased body positivity. The best result is in the area of mental health - my anxiety is much better. This style of yoga I find very meditative. Teachers are great - I take most of the classes from Madeline, but they're all great - they transmit the traditional dialogue, but oddly it never feels scripted. I LOVE that they have 6am classes - really a game changer for getting me there as I have trouble making it after work. I enjoy the Forrest Flow class on Tuesday nights but have trouble getting there regularly. Another factor - the participants are very diverse - from age, to gender, to "ability" level, everybody can be on their own journey, but together! Highly recommend trying out this studio!

I have a love hate relationship with yoga in general…read more It was trending towards the hate until I tried Bikram in NYC about 15 years ago. I don't know what got me in the first time. May have been as simple as a place opened on one of my regular walking routes. Not sure. But back then they offered unlimited classes for a few weeks for "newbies" for a very reasonable price. That studio was small and cramped, it's NYC after all. The changing rooms were sparse and not very nice, have to say. So I did the yoga for the time I had bought, and even got a few friends hooked with me. It was hard work, but so is living in NYC, so we were ready for the challenge. I didn't re-up when my trial ran out for a few reasons. Not the least of which was I heard about Bikrams behavior even back then. And I just didn't want to support that. But flash forward 15 years. And I'm looking for something to help me stretch more as I clearly need to do. With a shoulder that's been bothering me for ages now I remembered that Bikram had made me stronger for sure, even in the short time I did it. So I came here to try them out for a month. It's a friendly place. The ladies locker room is ok, certainly better than NYC. They have showers. I think you can rent towels too. Bring your own mat or use one of theirs for $2. They have bags in the locker rooms for your wet sweaty clothes after class. Bikram is done in over 100 degrees. It's 90 min. They really ask that you try to stay in the room the whole time. Especially your first few visits. But if you are feeling the heat, you can sit out a pose. This location offers 75 and 60 min hot classes too, which I was not familiar with. I like the 75 but find the 60 min a little fast paced for me. But remember, I find yoga very difficult. The yoga studio is huge. There are some posts that do disrupt views in the room. The mirrors are not aligned with each other so make sure you are aware of that when picking a spot, since the mirrors are important in Bikram classes. This is not a place that's easily accessible for the disabled - up a long flight of stairs to the second floor. They sell various types of water and EmergencE etc. all for reasonable prices. But you can also just bring your own. If there were things to think about - the ceiling lights are harsh to look at, and you are supposed to have your eyes open for the class, and you spend time looking at the ceiling. Another reviewer said it didn't have that "Bikram scent" - but it does. Just be prepared for it. I'm giving 5 stars because the environment is just so welcoming. And the "newbies" month unlimited is a great price. If you haven't tried Bikram, you need more than one class to really "get" it. If you've tried but not here, come try it. Great studio. Street parking, but watch the signs. Or there's a lot in back.

I periodically practice at Yoga Parkside because they participate in ClassPass. I have attended a…read morecouple of their Yin classes and a few Vinyasa classes. It is located in a church so when you enter you immediately feel like you are in sacred space-there is that church smell that comes along with it. It is also a multi-use space, so there might be a dance or music lesson occurring while you are practice (important to know if you are really looking for a quieter yoga experience). It can be cold in some of the yoga spaces (there are a few spaces, one is an attic, one is a dance studio) so I recommend that you dress warmly and then remove layers if needed. I can't fully relax when I'm cold. They have all the props that are necessary for various classes so you don't have to bring your own.

Attended my first class tonight and enjoyed it a lot! It was easy enough for somebody that hasn't…read moredone yoga in a couple years, but also challenging. I'd be lying if I said I didn't sweat a little bit. Luckily they provide a little towel for you! I also liked that there were blocks provided too! I will definitely be back for another class sometime.

I found my favorite yoga class! In the hustle and bustle of life, sometimes we don't take the time…read morewe need to slow down our thoughts, minds, movements...but the slow vinyasa class here accomplishes that! It's taught by Michelle on Thursdays and I believe a few other times. I went at 7:30pm. It was beautiful. Slow, but purposeful flow in a gorgeous venue on the West Side. It was exactly what I needed and just writing this review I'm thinking about how much I need to go back to something like this right now. We all need to slow down a little. Shakti Yoga helped me accomplish that. I look forward to more trips back.

Love this place. Been a regular over 2years. Visit every chance I get (2-4 times a week)…read more Beautiful building inside & out. Nice changing room. Friendly staff. But most of all fabulous class and diversity. Every class is different from the one before. Go! You won't be disappointed.

Attended a restorative yoga class last night. Instructor was informative and kind. Her directions…read morewere clear and concise. Best class I have ever participated in - entirely focused on relaxation and meditation. Looking forward to attending more classes in the future!

Started a beginner's Level 1 class several weeks ago. It is great! Not only am I learning how to…read morebreath and learning different yoga poses, I am learning about the history of yoga, the meaning behind certain poses, and a bunch of other helpful information to get the most out of the yoga experience. I have started other yoga programs before, but this is the only one I stuck with! The Level 1 is great for anyone who is interested in yoga (whether you have never done it before or used to practice a long time ago). The owner and instructor, Brooke, is very knowledgeable and personable. She welcomes questions and really individualizes each session to the students who are present. I am learning how to incorporate the practice of yoga into my every day life to be more present and less stressed.

One of my favorite yoga studios in Buffalo. I always try to stop in when I'm home visiting. They…read moreoffer a recovery/yin style yoga once or twice a week and it's my absolute favorite. All the teachers are the nicest people and make you feel like you're right at home. If you're from the area or visiting I highly recommend you drop in for a class.

Great new yoga studio on Niagara street right next to Resurgence and upper level of Bootleg Bucha…read more LIM has been around for quite some time doing pop up classes throughout Buffalo but now they finally have a groovy space to call their own. Feel free to bring your own yoga mat but they got you covered if you forget it. Also LIM supplies each class with yoga accessories to use at your liking (think: block, blanket). The space is super chill with yoga instructors who know what they are doing but also won't judge you if you don't know what in the world a Savasana or an Asana is ( yes I just googled those terms). I really enjoy my cardio but it is good to take a moment to just be and chill. LIM definitely sets the bar for allowing you to take some time and reflect while focusing on challenging moves. If you like yoga this is DEFF the place for you. If you're like me and feel hesitant to go because you like your spinning, running, HITT, or whatever it may be - JUST GO anyway - taking 1 day out of your week to break from the norm and really focus inward makes a difference. At least for me anyway. Class times vary check the website for specific times. Also they periodically offer classes and workshops that target specific interests to enhance your practice.

I love yoga and especially heated classes. The 915 yoga classes on Saturday are great and always…read moreleave me ready for the weekend.

Great boutique yoga, pilates and barre workout studio in the village of Orchard Park. I found this…read moreplace because I was always interested in taking reformer Pilates classes and they offered a 5 week series to learn. I really enjoyed it and have been coming ever since. All the instructors are amazing and give you a great workout. There is a larger upstairs studio with heated wall panels for yoga, barre and mat Pilates. And a smaller space downstairs for Pilates reformer. There is also a boutique with a beautiful selection of athletic wear and accessories. Sign up for classes, view the schedule and buy a packages on the Mind Body app. I highly recommend if you are looking to check out a new studio.