Makes my brain a happier place to exist in…read more Tea, decor, challenging and restorative, kind instructors, just a whole vibe.

Beautiful clean space. One thing I always observe at yoga places is the cleanliness/scents of the…read moremats . Any indication of funk I'm out of there. These mats were definitely freshly sanitized . The entire place was clean,bathroom and showers too. There's free hot teas in the lounge area, I thought this was such a pleasant touch. The instructor Amy was terrific. Her voice/tone added to the relaxing experience. A great experience overall .

I had an INCREDIBLE first experience at Avea Pilates Kips Bay and cannot wait to return. Although a…read morelittle hard to find as its on the fourth floor, once I figured it out I was blown away by the big, beautiful studio with nice natural light and lots of mirrors. The receptionist was welcoming and kind as I got situated, and I was incredibly impressed by the class and the instructor, Alaina M! The class was challenging, working all the right muscles, but also a mental escape with extremely positive energy and feedback. Although others were there, I felt that I could ask questions/receive feedback about my form and every single person got personal attention. After one class I'm hooked- I'll be coming in weekly! I've been to so many snooty pilates studios and this just was one of the best class experiences I've every had after 7 years of boutique fitness in the city! do it!

Beautiful studio, highly recommend! I did two private classes when I was visiting from Canada and…read morethe instructors were incredibly knowledgeable, accommodated my class to work within the confines of my back injury, and were a fun vibe all around.

Oh, Alison west. Something else. I work-studied at her studio, YU in NYC. I was in a very hard time…read morein my life and had difficulty working and using classes. When Covid came around, Ms West would not honor our karmic agreement for work and class exchange, citing that you can't just save up classes and that one should work at YU to improve their body. As an overweight woman, she was clearly body shaming me. Luckily, I won a dept of labor case against Ms West for the amount of about $1300 (which equated to how many classes I had store through work exchange) within the past few years. It does not compensate for the type of abuse Ms West extends to the world. It is upsetting that someone like this is within the yoga community but this is how the world works. She taught me so much. Thank you Ms West. You're probably reading this. You think you know who you can abuse; you should have paid more attention. I was not one of them though I know how to play dead with a predator ;) -- Stephanie Lamberson

Wonderful, quiet, soothing. The teacher Alison west is a gentle giant…read more She teaches very effective yet gentle yoga technique, and best of all she does it with a smile.

Includes yoga mats, block, blankets, straps, etc. Located on the 3rd floor(walk up 2 flights of…read morestairs). Classes are medium sized with 10ish people. Instructor asks about previous injuries, if you need help they'll come over. Gone to 2 classes, the regular 1 hour and yin yoga 1 hour. They also have 90 minute classes as well as slow flow for beginners. The regular class is for intermediate to advance, it's not friendly if you're a total newbie because most basic poses are not explained. The yin yoga is beginner friendly with a lot of instruction and easy poses that you hold for a longer duration. Also there's meditation involved. I feel sore from top to bottom after the regular class. On another day after yin yoga I slept better.

Was looking for a yoga studio in the neighborhood and came across this place. Wonderful…read moreexperience. Clean and calm environment. Warm and bright. Mats are available. Cleaning supplies for mats are available. Clean bathroom. Looking forward to more classes!

Favorite studio in NYC! Natural Pilates is incredibly clean and welcoming. The intimate classes…read moreallow instructors to offer personalized attention, and they're always helpful and encouraging. The workouts are both challenging and rewarding, leaving me feeling stronger every time.

This is my favorite Pilate studio in the city. The studio is welcoming, instructors there were very…read moreknowledgeable and motivating. I've always had a great experience learning and strengthening my body. Looking forward to many more classes in the future!

What a great workout! I took their 8am Monday morning reformer class with Ellen, and was…read morepleasantly surprised at the intimacy of the space and diversity of the student group. Featured in Curbed magazine as the Best Pilates in New York, the article describes how students of all ages and backgrounds find their way to Pilates Habitat. It's a no-music, no-frills studio that is inclusive of all. And, I experienced it! In my one class alone, we ranged in age from our 20s to 80s! It even me want to encourage my parents to start Pilates ;) Ellen, the instructor, was great; she was very attentive to the needs of our 4-student class. I found Pilates Habitat on ClassPass, but you can also go online to register. Best part, they have a discounted intro package: 1 private, 3 group classes. I highly recommend trying Pilates Habitat!

Amazing experience with very Knowledgable instructors, very welcoming atmosphere with max 6 ppl in…read morethe class which is amazing!

I've written a much longer review of Yoga Vida's NoHo location, so I'll keep this one focused on…read moreTribeca. This was the final Manhattan location, and in many ways it felt like the most charming. Even as so much of Lower Manhattan changed, this stretch of Tribeca always felt unusually quiet, residential, and permanent. I cherished walking to early morning classes through nearly empty streets before the city fully woke up. If NoHo was the heart of Yoga Vida, Tribeca felt like its most understated expression. It was the chic, sophisticated younger cousin: deeply committed to its craft, somewhat reclusive, and perfectly comfortable operating away from the spotlight. It probably wasn't the first Yoga Vida location you'd visit, but for many people, I suspect it became one of the most memorable. The space itself fit the neighborhood perfectly. The street-level windows with curtains gave it a private feel, while the exposed steel X added a bit of industrial New York character. Some people occasionally criticized it, but I never understood why. It had virtually no impact on the class experience, yet it made the room feel distinctive. Because the studio was both smaller and newer, the infrared heating system worked especially well. Winter classes here were incredibly cozy. One thing I appreciated was the range of teachers and class experiences. During peak hours, some of Yoga Vida's most experienced instructors taught packed classes that felt both polished and quintessentially Tribeca. At quieter times, newer and rising teachers were given opportunities in that same prestigious room. The studio even hosted instructors from other cities, including Philadelphia. That willingness to develop talent always felt consistent with Yoga Vida's culture. My favorite mornings often ended with a walk to Gotan for a scrambled cheddar biscuit, hot sauce, and a coffee after class. It became one of those simple New York rituals that seem insignificant at the time but grow more meaningful in memory. There was also something uniquely full circle about this location for me. My 13-year run living below 23rd Street began at 40 Harrison Street in Tribeca and, in many ways, ended practicing here. I didn't realize it at the time, but it was a fitting final chapter. Looking back, this was likely my last Yoga Vida chapter before COVID and before life changed in a hundred different ways. I'm grateful I got to experience it when I did. A wonderful studio in a wonderful neighborhood. Gracias!

This is Yoga Vida's smallest location. Only one studio, two small bathrooms and two small changing…read morerooms. The studio itself though is quite large. Despite the small size, the studio maintains the same calm and cool vibe that all the other locations have. It's always stocked well with Yoga props, blankets, blocks and straps and everything in the studio is very clean. Even though hot classes are offered here, I never smell that hot yoga, nasty sweat smell. Highly recommend Yoga Vida.

During our whirlwind of a weekend visiting NYC, my husband and I woke up on a Saturday morning and…read moredecided we could both use a little bit of yoga to start our day... We searched Yelp for a nearby studio with a class that was appealing and we found that this new Midtown East CPY studio had a Core Power Yoga 2 class that morning... we weren't sure we'd make it, and we walked in just a few minutes before the class started, but the ladies at the front desk worked with us to get us registered and into the class and we were so appreciative. Kelsea W was our teacher and she was fabulous... she had some unique sequences that allowed my mind to focus on the present moment and just move / enjoy the class. Needless to say, it was exactly what I needed! The studio itself is spacious, offers lockers, bathrooms, water refills, a bit of a retail store, mats, towels, and more... So yes, CPY is a chain, but it's consistent and if you find the right teacher / class, you'll get just what you need in that moment. Thanks again, Kelsea!

We've been coming to CorePower Yoga - Midtown East for over a month now and have really enjoyed…read moretheir CP2 and YS classes. We've had the chance to take classes both in the mornings and evenings, and have likely practiced with most of their instructors at least once. The class schedule is great, and with our membership, booking spots for the high-demand classes isn't a hassle. We've had no trouble getting off the waitlist for early morning sessions either. All of the instructors have been friendly and excellent to work with, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Even when classes are full, the space doesn't feel too cramped, which makes for a comfortable and enjoyable experience. We highly recommend this location!