The process to redeem the gift certificate is not clear and there is a lot of text communication,…read morewhich I was not a fan of, but beyond that it was a good experience. The massage therapist was great, and I really enjoyed my massage. I wish they gave you a heads up if you are not a member that it is a shoe free space.

TL;DR: Don't buy a gift certificate/card from this place…read more Zen and the City really appears to be set up for members and isn't equipped to interact with outsider customers. Unsurprisingly, most of the negative reviews are from people trying to deal with their gift certificates or gift cards since they are not able to provide reasonable service to people unfamiliar with their procedures. Throughout the process, I had to chase the owner, Gary, repeatedly over text and phone in order to get any information. A list of things I wish I knew before attempting to use a gift certificate here: I was alone in the building, not just the room, with an unknown man. Zen and the City is a therapist-owned establishment that has appointment-only booking for services. In light of this description, I probably should have known that I would be alone with my massage therapist. Except the website contains none of that information, which I only learned about after the appointment, so I was blindsided. My massage therapist was a very nice man who did his best to make me feel welcome and taken care of (Thank you, Anthony. You were the only good part of this whole experience!), but it was hard to set aside how uncomfortable it was to be alone with a strange man without knowing before that no one else would be there. The gift certificates (physical) and gift cards (e-cards) are redeemed in different ways. The website doesn't make it clear (either in the description or during the purchase) that physical gift certificates are only redeemable for a specific service, and that the gift certificates and gift cards are considered two different products. When I got the certificate for Zen and the City, neither my father (who bought this as a gift) nor I knew there was a difference between the two until after I had my appointment and was told otherwise. If you redeem the service-specific gift certificate for the wrong service by mistake, Zen and the City will not inform you of the mistake when you book your appointment and will instead pocket the remaining money without further services or refund, even after their error is pointed out to them. I suspect they would have prevented me from redeeming the gift certificate for something that was MORE money than the one I used, but when I accidentally used it from something that cost LESS, I was only told afterwards when I couldn't fix my mistake, or receive a refund for the balance. The initial confirmation text message is meaningless. It doesn't accurately reflect that an appointment's successfully been made (because you get a text regardless), and it does not result in you being correctly signed up to receive text messages. Instead, they will contact you by email, no matter your indicated preference (which they don't know anyway because they never ask for your preference). If there is a problem with your email address, they will not use your phone number to follow up. There will be no further attempt to contact you. I'll be honest and admit that I made quite a few mistakes in attempting to deal with Zen and the City, and I accept the responsibility of those mistakes. However, I think it's important for future potential customers to know beforehand that this is the kind of business that is happy to take advantage of your confusion, your mistakes, or your unexpected illness (check out their sick policy). It's up to you whether you want to risk giving this place your money and time.

I have been a client here for nearly two years and feel the massage therapists working here are…read moreoverall very skilled and professional. You can't go wrong with any of them and they're the real reason to visit this massage studio. The massage rooms and tables are extremely comfortable, the bathrooms are sparkling clean, and the float tanks are a really cool experience as well. There is a beautiful sauna area that's very Instagram worthy. All of the areas where you receive a service feel very serene, spa-like, and upscale. Meredith is a lovely person and makes really good use of aromatherapy and long holds or pauses in her massage that make you feel super relaxed and zen. She is certified in pregnancy massage and does a great job. Marcus has super strong hands, is ideal to see if you're looking for deep tissue massage, and makes good use of hot stones and warm towels. Ben is great as well, did some passive stretching along with the massage for tight areas. Karen seems to intuitively know the perfect amount of pressure to use and does the best head and face massage ever. My only complaint, and it's a minor one, is that the entrance and waiting area you sit in prior to your massage/float doesn't really match the atmosphere of the other rooms. I think it's a little too kitsch and cluttered and reminds me of walking into a small store that feels very casual and doesn't have the ambiance of the massage rooms. Unfortunately not very "Instagram worthy". There's a lot of stuff for sale that isn't directly related to massage or even wellness, such as bohemian style clothing, silver jewelry, wind chimes, etc. The Speakeasy room has relatively uncomfortable seating (there are two firm, backless benches and just two chairs with a low back), more displays of non-massage related things for sale (such as non alcoholic refrigerated drinks, candies, books, artwork, etc.), large displays of business cards and fliers for other local businesses, and dark furniture which just makes the room feel small and cluttered. You sort of feel like you are waiting in a shop rather than being a member at an upscale massage and wellness studio. The self serve tea display is really, really nice but just gets lost in the clutter/decor/fliers. And my only other gripe is that the infrared sauna is preset to a really, really high temperature (maybe higher than spa saunas I have used elsewhere) and I was told it doesn't allow for adjustments. I was excited to use the sauna but couldn't tolerate it more than a few minutes at a time. During my sauna session I simply had to exit the sauna every few minutes to cool off a bit. I realize this is maybe because I am a sauna newbie but I do wish there was an "intro to sauna" setting for those like me to use. In summary: great services, great massage therapists, kitschy entryway/waiting area design which is absolutely not a dealbreaker

I discovered this place because I was looking for a local float tank. I had my first float July 1,…read more2021 and I'm looking forward to my next! Today I went in for a chair massage because at $20 for fifteen minutes and no tip- it was the perfect fit for my lower budget and immediate need due to a strained muscle in my back. A big thanks to the always welcoming staff and especially co-owner Bob who gave me a tour my first visit! Without it I wouldn't have known about the massage chair and all the other great services as much as I do now. See you all soon TMB! :) -Tina

Don't believe the CLOSED yelp sign. Recently I had a private meditation session with Jana, so I can…read moreconfirm the studio is not closed. I am intrigued by the idea of herbal remedies and meditation as a form of stress relief and, thankfully, had purchased an Amazon Local coupon for an introductory Ayuvedic Self-Care session with Jana. Before my appointment, we spoke by phone and she asked me what part of the workshop I was most interested in as she would do her best to cater the lesson to my interest. Jana was gentle and considerate as she guided me through several forms of meditation from which I could select a practice that I felt most comfortable exploring on my own. I really appreciated how Jana approached the lesson by offering personal stories of how she developed her own meditation practice. I find that with slow, introspective activities such as yoga or mediation, it is always helpful to hear how there isn't a perfect "approach" but of continuous trial. Jana is patient and genuinely interested in helping you (the person, not the customer) learn a practice, not a routine. If you are curious about mediation or learning how to decrease your mental/emotional stresses, I recommend you take some time to make an appointment with Jana. If not for the practices, the go to sit and speak with her a while in her beautiful studio and to mingle a bit with Mingus, the cat, while sipping strawberry-infused water and listening to the smooths sounds of silence, chants, and jazz.

BHY&W"C" This studio should definitely include "Community"…read morein their name. Although I'm not typically a person who takes classes on Sunday mornings, I decided to join today because I love Kamaria's classes. Halfway through class today, there was an emergency outside of the room that required Kamaria to step out. Without a beat a member, who was obviously a seasoned instructor, stepped up and guided the class to completion. The class flow was seamlessly and the instructions continued perfectly. It's hard to imagine that an emergency had just taken place. I realized how hard it may be to find instructors, but to have such passionate student/teachers who care as much about other's well being as their own is inspiring. This is truly a COMMUNITY

I went here on a whim. I signed up for two yoga classes there were not hot yoga. Yes, this place…read morehas other yoga besides hot yoga. The people there were very nice and knowledgeable. The first class I took was Yin yoga, which is a great beginner yoga class. Very gentle and easy postures, nothing crazy. I sadly made the mistake of taking another yoga class the very next day. This class was by far more advanced than I was ready for, that was my fault. I believe it was called RSS. It felt really difficult with the prolonged postures and I was so sore afterwards. It was fun to try and I would recommend for those looking for a yoga studio with a variety of classes.

I've been searching for a new Bikram yoga studio since several locations in the Baltimore area…read moreclosed and recently tried Bikram Yoga Catonsville. The class was decent overall, though I personally prefer studios where instruction is spoken in Sanskrit--especially when paying around $40 per class. It's possible this was specific to the instructor I had that day. One major plus is the free parking, which was always a struggle at the studios in the city. While the experience didn't fully click for me, it may be a good fit for others. I'm still continuing my search for a home studio.

So glad to see another Bikram studio in the area! I used to be a member at BYC in Columbia and have…read morebeen missing Bikram in my life. I had a great experience here and Lynne was a great instructor - she has a very relaxed approach to the practice and everyone at the studio is so welcome. If you are new to Bikram and are looking to give it a try, I can't recommend Bikram Yoga Catonsville more! Can't wait for my next class.

At Yathā Yoga I there is an intimate feel and I'm grateful for the variety classes they offer. So…read morefar I've experienced Yin, Rocket and Dharma yoga there. I've also attended the Sound Bath & Meditation and the Rooted Breath & Body classes. The studio's atmosphere is welcoming, they have props (blocks, straps, boosters, etc) and the instructors create an encouraging space. I've never been that into Yoga but based on my recent experience and the sense of 'well-being' surrounding this space I think that's changing. It also helps that Sydney's instruction, cues and guidance make it accessible yet also encouraging to progress.

I've been looking for a space to practice yoga since we moved to Sykesville. I found a place that…read morewas close to us but it didn't exactly resonate with me. The teachers were good but I wanted more. I found Yatha Yoga by chance. The studio is absolutely beautiful and it felt right. I took my first class on Monday, December 29,2025 and I was challenged in ways that felt absolutely incredible. The individuals around me were so kind and the teacher was absolutely fabulous. Not only did I feel welcome, but I also felt like I belonged. I look forward to many more classes in this beautiful space.

What a hidden gem!…read more My transition from Phoenix, AZ to Baltimore, MD hasn't been the easiest or the smoothest. That was kind of expected considering that Phoenix and Baltimore are practically two different worlds, but I didn't think I would have such a hard time trying to find my zen and claiming my peace. It has. Almost by default been difficult. I've been feeing so blah lately and knew I needed a reading, cleansing or something. I jumped out there and checked Groupon. Typed in "Reiki" and BOOM! Sonja Secrets Aromatherapy & Wellness popped up! I read the reviews on Groupon, looked no where else and booked. The earliest appointment time was 4 days away. Score! Booking online was a breeze. I had no issues at all. For some reason the hours listed on Google are different from the actual operating hours so call to confirm when they're open. Immediately upon entering I felt a sense of calm come over me. It smelled divine and felt warm. I met Maria. She explained exactly what a Reiki session was. I know a Reiki session is energy cleansing. It is, but so much more. Maria made it plain. She was transparent, gentle, spoke softly, soothing, knowledgeable and spot on in what she was feeling. I cried during my session. Twice! It was that good! I purchased the Groupon for 3 sessions so I'm eagerly awaiting for my next one. I also purchased anxiety tea and the "Glow Up" facial scrub and used that for the first time today. I got 2 compliments from strangers on how fresh and "glow-y" my face looks. I am impressed and forever a fan. I highly, highly recommend trying out Sonja Secrets Aromatherapy & Wellness for your Reiki session, and natural products.

This entire holistic experience was amazing! This was my first time working with an Ayurvedic…read moreHealth Educator on meditation techniques and relaxation therapy, but I will be back. My session with Dr. Maria Talton was very personable & she makes you feel like family. She explains everything before & during the process so you are also educated about the techniques of treatment and what to expect. I would highly recommend her for REIKI and plan to go back.

Top notch instructor/owner, quite qualified, helpful and professional, with focus on promoting…read moreall-around healthy living- exercise and nutrition. The classes are of variety and fit and fun for all. I am glad to see additional later evening classes added. I plan to attend more often and make good use of the affordable membership, with perks even. Social Fit Wellness is recommended.

I attended the grand opening on January 6th where they were offering 3 unique, yet, effective…read moreworkouts: Yoga, Zumba, and Buti Yoga. The atmosphere was great and the staff, including the owner Marquita, were helpful, positive, and encouraging. The location is a little tricky to find as it is behind a restaurant. Once inside, the space is inviting, clean, and spacious. I love the idea of incorporating social events with workouts as that is an important part of my wellness (it has to be FUN!). My favorite class was Buti Yoga! I'm glad I was introduced to it as well as the teacher Vonetta. I'm looking forward to my next class with Social Fit Wellness!!