The "SHINE family" Truly disappointed ...unfortunately I can only make (bad) assumptions about how this business runs from my own experience. I find it very disheartening, especially for a "holistic zen"-type establishment I was part of for years. SHINE in a few words: materialistic, pseudo-yoga, trendy. read more

I am 50 and hormonally challenged. After weight gain and a feeling of great self loathing. I knew I had to re commit to yoga. I did yoga for many years in NYC, (my previous life) So I decided to revisit Shine Power Yoga in Maple Shade. I took Jana's class: Friday at noon. Jana's generosity as a teacher has really helped me to come every week and start to really connect inward. She has the right balance of the physical with the spiritual. Her break down of challenging poses is sooo helpful. You feel truly embraced...very healing. Thank you Jana...you are gifted read more

It has been a few years, but I ought to review this wonderful yoga studio - especially since my recent yoga studio was blah. Yoga started off as a way of meditation, so really, if you are approaching yoga just as a "workout," then you are experiencing only half of yoga, even if you can do headstand and side crow like a piece of cake. I'm not condemning people who take yoga just as a workout because I used to too. I don't mean that you have to be a Hindi or dig books and study Sanskrit to be a "true yogi." But, I'm little saddened when I see that yoga is marketted just as a hip exercise in pretty leggings and instructors teach it without a good understanding of human body, fail to bring the meditative side, and applies can-can't standard for each pose : it's a moving meditation even if you are sweating. It's not a 10 min warm up, 40 min exercise, and 10 min meditation. That being said, I was a very happy yogi while practicing at this studio. All instructors are encouraging, and they have a good understanding of human body and how everyone is different. And yes they do know it's a moving meditation even if you are sweating. I realized that having a studio with good vibe, good people and instructors like here is a blessing, only after leaving this place because of my moving :( Also, I never really had any kind of membership/payment trouble at this studio. I once had a strange subscription problem, and the studio and its people were very helpful and responded quickly. So yes, I definetely recommend Shine Power Yoga to anyone who is interested but never practiced yoga before, and seasoned yogis as well. read more

I cannot say enough positive things about this place. Basics: clean, comfortable, friendly and knowledgeable staff, pleasant clientele and great location (free parking). Everyone here is super sweet. Deeper: The instructors are amazing. Super knowledgeable and friendly. They offer tips, modifications on poses, ideas to improve your practice and encourage creativity. They walk around and help you, which is great if you start to slide out of alignment which most of us rarely know we are doing. They encourage positivity and offer wisdom. Every class I have been to so far, had a deeper meaning to it. The instructors bring up life lessons and things in life to think about and encourage positive thinking. The Important: I leave feeling relieved and whole. Yoga is something for me that makes me feel better. Mentally, spiritually, and of course physically. Hot yoga is not easy folks, it is a workout and you will sweat ALOT. I encourage you to try it, you will fall in love. I sleep better, I feel better, I have time to leave my worries and negative energy on the mat. Shine is the place to try if you are ready to make a positive change your life. And hey, if you aren't into the mental aspect (impossible once you start) it's a great workout, in a clean and friendly environment, with experienced and knowledgeable instructors. read more

Shine Yoga, what a treat you turned out to be. I have driven past this little studio many times & have wanted to try it on more than one occasion but just never managed to make it work. Finally got my schedule figured out properly so I could get in here & give it a try. I have to say IT WAS LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT. Holy crap what a great space, I never would have imagined this being on Main Street in Maple Shade. Park in the back not on the street as the entrance us in the rear of t h e building. You will be greeted by a community garden, a lovely out door space that even in the dead of winter, one can tell is an oasis in the middle of a bland urban street. When you enter the studio, you will find a spacious lobby with plenty of cubbies, generous amounts of comfy seating, lots of places to hang your coat and A REAL FIRE PLACE. How is that for warm & inviting? Love it! I have only taken the power yoga classes so far, I have had two instructors and they were both fantastic. The classes had a terrific flow that was both challenging and fun. I left feeling like I got an excellent workout and I really appreciated that both instructors offered alignment adjustments and feedback as we were working. Bring a towel, you're going to sweat in this heated & humidified space. At the end of class when you are in shavasana, they pass out ice cold face clothes scented with lavender, devine! I purchased the new student 1 month unlimited pass and I can't wait to go back for another class. As one reviewer said before me, don't be discouraged by other people's low scores. They offer a variety of hours and classes with many different instructors. When all is said & done, it will be your connection with the instructor that will make you either love or hate the studio, experience it for yourself and draw your own conclusions. Namaste. read more

See all

Love this studio! I am shocked by these terrible reviews. I used to go to Anjali also but now Shine, (both maple shade and the south studio) are my go-to's. I have had nothing but great experiences here. Don't be discouraged by these negative reviews! read more

I would like to preface this by saying: I'm 100% new to yoga. Before this class I had 0 yoga experience whatsoever but I wanted to step out of my comfort zone and try something new. Tip: if you're doing to Community Class, you cannot pay online. You're able to just walk in and pay before the class. Also, before I went I explored their online website, which gives you lots of information and tips for beginners and new members. So my whole experience: I walked in 20 minutes before class for the Community Class. I paid and let her know I was new to yoga. I set up my mat in the middle of the class like suggested online. There was about seven other people in total when the class started. I loved the atmosphere. It's very relaxing. I was super intimidated because I was new and didn't have a buddy. The whole class was a bit of a struggle for me for several reasons: I'm not flexible due to a recent car accident, I have no muscle or strength, and I don't know any of the yoga moves. With that being said the beginning of the class was slow and I was able to keep up. The teacher was so nice and was helping me position my body the right way. I really like her. About a half hour in however, the class became very very intensive, and I wasn't able to keep up. I felt like I was going to throw up and pass out so I actually had to leave the room. I was very embarrassed and didn't want to renter the room so I actually left my mat and everything in the room and left. I came back after the class was over and the teacher was so incredibly nice and said I did great for my first try. She said if that ever happens again that I'm more than welcome to go into "child's play" pose and/or leave the room and come back. She also gave me a hug and told me I did great and to come back again. She was amazing and really didn't have to go out of her way to make me feel good and comfortable. I may go back Sunday, however, I'm very very very sore haha. So I'm debating. Overall, I would recommend this class to people who at least go to the gym on a regular basis and want to try something new. I don't think I would recommend it to complete beginners like me. With that being said I will be returning soon, and I can only get better with practice! read more

Very clean, kind staff, and at $10, community classes are excellent! You can leave your things in the community room with no worry, as they lock the door after class, so your phone and wallet are safe. I can walk here from my house, which is an added benefit, but make sure you know where the entrance is (in back) because the front doors are locked, and this made for a facepalm first entrance for me, lol. The cool rags with essential oil during savasana were a nice touch. I will be back. read more

I had the noon class on Sunday with Shaina. It was hath yoga and it was my first time. The class was filled to capacity and everyone was drenched in sweat by the end. It was the right amount of kicking our butts with spiritual deep breathing. It was definitely a good workout for an excellent price. Everyone really enjoyed the class. While I have not done a lot of yoga classes I have done a lot of group x classes from body attack, kick boxing, body combat, Nike fitness club, and spin all over the country and I have to say Shaina is as good as you can get as an instructor. read more

Shine is not very shiny. I was excited to try it as I heard some of the best teachers from Anjali were now at Shine. The class was very disappointing and very formulaic. The teacher was more interested in chatting with her friend than in welcoming a new student or teaching the class. So disappointed and will stick with Anjali. read more

I practice yoga everyday but practice primarily at home due to time constraints (Crossfit is my primary fitness commitment). I do try to get to a studio for a class a few times a month at least. After my usual local studio changed their schedule I decided to take a ride over from Philly to Shine at the recommendation of a friend's friend. I was SO glad I did. I tried Sarah's intermediate class on Thursday nights and was blown away. The intensity was perfect. Sarah gave fantastic assists and encouraged a playful vibe that pushed me outside of the comfort of my own practice; this is exactly what I am looking for when I take a class. I'm a bit embarrassed to write it but I felt so amazing and at peace that I literally cried during savasana (and I am not an emotional person at all). The class was so great that I signed up for the 30 day new student special even though I knew I'd only be able to get over to Shine a few times within the month. Since then I've take two Sunday morning classes (with Melissa I believe) and they were different but equally as great (still very challenging but much more accessible for a beginner student). Side Note- I never want to go to a hot studio that doesn't offer cold lavender scented towels during savasana again! read more

I started taking classes about 2 months ago at SHINE and I can honestly say that as soon as you walk in the studio...you are greeted by warm, friendly instructors who truly care about your experience and practice. Each instructor has his/her own unique style and I walk away from every class thinking, "WOW...that was awesome". I am so happy that they are in West Berlin and I am looking forward to practicing yoga there for years to come. You should definitely give it a try......you won't be disappointed! read more

This is a disappointing review. I'm extremely disheartened by the lack of professionalism shown to me by the owner of this studio. Just wow! She speaks so much about community and accountability and showing up to be a Yes. Well I bought what she was selling, and signed up for Yoga Training. One 3 occasions I reached out to her asking the details of the payment plan 3 wks before training was to start. She replied 4 days before training and said $500 due. That was an unreasonable amount of time. I'm a stay at home Homeschooling mama on one income, which is why I asked for a payment schedule, not 4 days notice when she in fact received my emails. She then basically implied that I should do what I had to do and completely went back on her own philosophy of community. I said I can't do that and asked to make the payment in 2 wks. After an exchange of emails I just replied that I didn't want to put her out in anyway and I would just take my refund and apply it to another yoga training. Since then she has ended all correspondence and refuses to issue me a refund and I am owed one based on her own policy. I'm not sure who operates a business like this or even teaches students to be a Yes and her attitude is clearly a NO. No accountability, no refund, no acknowledgement, no nothing. So buyers please beware, it's very clear that we all still have some growing to do and self awareness..some more than others. The lack of professionalism is astounding. Now I have to take legal action for my refund. read more