I cannot say enough incredible things about Transcendental Meditation (TM), and also about Janet…read more My journey started as a gift to myself for my 40th birthday. I learn best in-person and was impressed with the course, which was brilliantly structured! Everything about the practice itself and how one learns the information was natural, easy, beautiful and I had such individualized attention with Janet. It truly has been the best gift I have ever given myself, and a total turning point in my life. From feeling "buzzed" and constantly "on" (especially with technology and hectic work schedules) to a more grounded, calmer, clear thinking and more "me" feeling in my life. I am thrilled to incorporate TM in my daily routine and enrich my world with TM offerings. While I have tried other forms of meditation throughout the years, I know this one will stick and I am 100% committed to it. I rave about it to friends and family, and hope more people can be transformed and return back to themselves, within.

Our local Vermont TM Center not only teaches new people to meditate, but also supports those (like…read moreme) who learned elsewhere but live here now. Very kind, supportive, knowledgeable teachers.

My first experience with yoga was at Inner Quest, and that was about five years ago. From the…read moremoment I walked into the studio, and believe me it was with good deal of trepidation, Mary Bartel welcomed me warmly, and treated me as part of her well established group. My inexperience and neophyte skills made no difference. She was patient and encouraging, and by the time we were on our backs for savasana I remember thinking, "I can do this!" I have been attending yoga classes at Inner Quest, and a host of great workshops on a variety of topics as well, since that time, and I rarely miss a class. I feel such a part of that yoga family that Mary has cultivated and nurtured. The yoga classes are always a wonderful, creative mix of poses both familiar and new, with a healthy dose of yin and restorative poses as well. My skills have progressed in five years, but I always leave class feeling like I've had a great mind and body workout experience. I highly recommend Inner Quest Yoga Studio where, I believe, a challenge exists for all levels of yoga practioners.

It is very sad to me that I feel required to write this review. I (personally) hired Ms. Bartel to…read moredo to courses at my work. It was a gift to my workplace to encourage older people to seek out yog and meditation. The 1st being a yoga class, which was fine. The 2nd was a "meditation wellness"class.... that was a total disaster. There was room for 10 people in the class. The fist class started with 10 people. After the total disconnect with the clients and a general lack of being able to relate her curriculum. People started dropping out of the class. From 10 to 8 to 5 to 2 people for the last 4 out of 12 classes. It was so bad that we had to ask people to attend the class. After paying Ms. Bartel $1,700. for the yoga class and $1,700. for the "Meditation" class ,Ms Bartel was so gracious and kept calling me a "Liar" over and over again because I had to reschedule some of the payments for personal reasons. She proved herself to be unprofessional, rude, and ungrateful. So, if you are looking to spend money on someone who will be unprepared, unresponsive and ungrateful..... by all means sign up for one of Ms. Bartels "meditation class". I will NEVER hire her again and that is sad.

This is a very nice studio, and Karen is a great teacher for all levels of practice. I love that…read morethe midday classes are 45 minutes, which allows me to do yoga during my lunch break without taking too much of my day. There's plenty of on-site parking, as well. If you've never done yoga and always wanted to try, this would be a great studio for you, as it is a very welcoming and accessible studio. The classes tend to be with few students, so you are able to get the attention that you may need from the instructor, who always takes the time to guide the students the through the poses as the class progresses. Namaste!

Karen is a fabulous teacher, meeting every student at their level and raising them beyond. Her…read moresound therapy and yoga Nidra classes are outstanding. I never leave her space feeling anything less than fabulous. Her yoga is slow paced and focuses on breathing. I feel like she takes the time to analyze my needs and produces a class that meets all of my needs. Her classes are small and she gives everyone individual attention. She is quick to respond to emails and communication and keeps her students informed. I have learned more than just yoga from her. I look forward to my classes and her no-stress environment.

Embodied offers a full range of classes and outstanding teachers. It offers a mix of styles and…read moreconvenient class times, and they also offer two+ hour yoga intensives on nights and weekends. It is also a beautiful space full of windows and light. It is consistently the best yoga studio around, and the longest lived one in this area.

Amazing and welcoming studio with great teachers. They also provide free mats, props and filtered…read morewater. Best yoga in Montpelier!

I took the paperweight making class during a trip to Vermont and had the best time! I was the only…read moreone signed up that day so I had a one-on-one class with Spencer. In addition to learning about the art of glass making, I learned about Vermont, its history and sites to see. The paperweight had to cool down overnight so I had it shipped home and just received it today - it's the best souvenir. My daughter thought it was really cool so now we are planning to take a glass making class locally. Highly recommended!

My girlfriend and I attended Spencer's Pâte de Verre class and had an excellent time. Spencer was a…read moregreat teacher, and explained the whole process very clearly. He also knows a lot about the area, had recommendations for our time around Warren, and has great facts and stories from across the Northeast and UK. I would highly recommend taking any class at Salt and Sand, we intend to return next year for the pumpkin making class and/or doing Pâte de Verre again.

I have been working with Maria intimately over the last 6 years during a period of acute and…read morechronic illness and I cannot say enough good things about the type of space she holds and the level of competence and confidence she brings to her craft. In a world and culture filled with spiritual poverty, Maria is a rare and precious find. She infuses her work with a reverent and intimate understanding of the interconnectedness of all life. She is a wonderful balance of professionalism, compassion, and authenticity.

Maria is an exceptional healing practitioner. She takes great care to ensure you feel safe and…read moreheld. She has many talents that she incorporates into her sessions. Sound healing, Lomi Lomi Massage, cranial sacral, aromatherapy, all in a beautiful setting! It is just unbelievably relaxing and healing. I felt more energized and alive after my session with her and just felt unstuck! She is knowledgeable, therapeutic, and kind! I highly recommend seeing her!

Sky Meadow Retreat center is a beautiful haven for yoga, meditation, pranayama, cooking, and…read moregeneral merriment. The owners are delightful, and supplied everything from extra paint brushes to snow shovels so that we could dig ourselves out of the snowscape. Lovely, lovely people and environment. Plus: SHEEP!

Sky Meadow has been home to our annual knitting retreat for more than 10 years. We (16 knitters)…read moretake over the whole barn area early in April and stay for 3 nights. It is spotless. We cook all our own meals in the very well stocked kitchen. We find every tool we need, plus serving dishes and pots and pans. There is a large open area for yoga, weaving, spinning. We tend to sit on the sofa and chairs in the corner and just knit. The Wood stove, kept stocked by the owner, Miles, keeps us toasty and warm. There are barn animals just behind the bedrooms where you can approach and pat the sheep and alpaca, and hear the rooster crow in the early hours. There are several bathrooms and bunk rooms for 4. Sunsets through the enormous picture window are fabulous, also mountain views and wildlife. Walks on the deserted dirt road are peaceful and the trails surrounding the barn go through the woods and to a meadow. A wonderful place to rejuvenate.

RIP my spine forever...my posture is terrible, I don't stretch, I have anxiety that manifests…read morephysically in my neck and shoulders, and am truly a massage therapist's DELIGHT! Lucky for me, Katie at the Mirror Lake Inn spa grabbed her hot stones and got to WORK. The 80 minute massage I experienced was truly next level relaxation. I made the appointment for a Friday one week before, and was so excited to get in. The spa itself is gorgeous, though a huge bummer that the sauna and locker room aren't accessible at this time due to COVID. I took a walk through and had envy for everyone who got to enjoy that level of LAVISH. Still 5 stars even though I didn't get the full experience. Staff was fantastic and you can't beat the location. This is the biggest, splurgiest "treat yo self" I'll do all year, as an 80 minute hot stone massage ran me more than $200 with tip. She's not cheap but I will continue to rationalize this experience in my head as 100000% worth it. The need to not pay attention to anything but my back feeling better for an hour was a gift only $200 can buy. This business page is confusing and the photos are more indicative of the INN then the spa. I stayed at the next door high peaks resort and did a service here, and you do not have the stay at the inn to enjoy the spa. Happy relaxing and thank you to Katie and the team at the spa for such an awesome experience!

Disclaimer first - I did not experience the spa, just the Inn. The Inn is spectacular. We were…read morehere for two nights. The Inn looks out over Mirror Lake with spectacular views of the lake and Adirondacks. Our room was large, comfortable, and beautiful. The Inn amenities include small lake front beach, indoor (heated) swimming pool, and the largest hot tub I've ever seen in my life. There are three dining options - upscale restaurant, casual bar (they share the same 4 diamond restaurant kitchen) and a waterfront pub. We spent time at all threes spots. Food and drinks at all were perfect. A great place to stay for a romantic getaway.