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.

Che Yoga with instructor Dea is the best yoga experience I've ever had. Her classes include…read morestudents from the ages of 18 or 19 all the way up to the 60s-70s. I take the Neo-Soul class that is mellow/chill. Dea takes her time, watches the students to see what their limitations are and works within those parameters. Some students are more flexible, others are better with balance. She deals w/ each of us one-on-one and as a group to keep us moving, stretching, and getting us to use muscles that hadn't been used much (for some of us). When I walked into the class, I couldn't balance on one leg at all. I'd fall over. Now, I can stand on one foot, I can touch my toes, I have become more flexible. I give my highest recommendation to the Che Yoga Mobile studio. Dea is personable and extremely kind and fair. She makes everyone feel welcome.

If you are looking for a supportive respectful studio to learn and practice yoga - you have found…read moreit! Heather and Justin foster a community in which you receive individualized attention and assistance while benefitting from practicing with a room filled with kind and supportive students at all levels of yoga practice. Heather and Justin work with each of us based on our goals and needs and understand that this can change from day to day! They are incredibly knowledgeable and work with modifications as needed to accommodate injuries, fears, or mood! It is a remarkable place and I hope you come by and see for yourself!

This is such a friendly and welcoming community to practice yoga with! I never thought I'd…read morewillingly attend a 6 AM class, but now it's the best part of my day. Teachers Heather and Justin are very knowledgeable and precise but not dogmatic, and will challenge you while respecting your boundaries. Whether you are completely new to yoga, a longtime practitioner, or modifying for injury, they will meet you where you are. The great thing about Mysore-style Ashtanga is that students of all levels can practice together at their own pace and receive individualized instruction. I highly recommend BYS to anyone who wants to deepen their yoga practice!

Now that I've been a member here for a little over 4 months, I wanted to update my review! First of…read moreall, everyone here is so friendly. From the instructors to fellow members, the atmosphere is just so welcoming and non-judgemental. Becoming a regular and being greeted by name seriously makes my week! My favorite instructors and classes are the following: C2 with Leah - you can tell she puts so much intention behind her flows. She often starts with a brief excerpt at the beginning of class and I'm not sure if she finds them somewhere or writes them herself, but they are always concise and meaningful and her voice is SO soothing. I love her careful and supportive assists throughout class. C2 and yoga sculpt with Payton - her classes are always challenging but in a good way. I feel stronger and more energized afterwards. She gives you time to play and try out more advanced poses. We recently tried flying splits which I would've never attempted on my own! Yoga sculpt with Eliya - Eliya's playlists are always on point! Her classes are challenging and fun. I always get such a great sweat in and I love her vibe. I look forward to her 4:30pm Friday sculpt all week! C2 with Eleanor - Eleanor does a great job queuing poses and helping you make adjustments without even needing to do hands-on assists. Her flows are often really creative and fun. I'm also a big fan of the CSX classes but just don't find as much time in my schedule to give them a go. Kira and Hayden are both great CSX teachers! Beyond the classes and the people, I can confidently say I've seen a transformation in both my practice and my body. I've gotten stronger, more balanced, and grounded as a result. I'm able to do poses and expressions that I used to struggle with and my chaturanga is the strongest it's ever been!

I did a trial, some drop ins and eventually the 5 class pack…read more I'm quite experienced with challenging flow/vinyasa/Rocket and I've now attended around 9 C2 classes between 4 studios in Maryland and California. In particular, Anita's C2 at The Rotunda is a very good class. She brings the right balance, especially versus other CorePower classes I've taken, between the meditative aspects of yoga, the teaching and pushing the exercise. She gives good cues and options for arm balances and inversions, which I enjoy. I've found, in general, that CorePower's C2 will be an uncertain experience with regard to its challenge level, so Anita is a reliable teacher in this way. It is 4 and not 5 stars because of what I stated above: there are not as many challenges as I prefer. I see C2 as being a little closer to a beginner level class than intermediate. I have heard that C3 is good, but it is very hard to find. More C3 please?

I'm from out of town and stopped in this beautiful little sanctuary to enjoy a peaceful yin yoga…read moreexperience. Emily my coach was lovely. I love the location of the establishment and the serene experience within the four walls.

I visited here for the first time today for a sound bath session. It was a needed experience that…read moreallowed me to relax. The ambiance is very nice and cozy and gives positive vibes. The owner as well as the session guide had very warm personalities. They really made my friends and I feel welcomed. They offer you hot tea and water. Overall it was just a wonderful experience and I plan to return in the future. There is plenty of free off-street parking on Parkdale Ave which is the street from where you enter the location.

I've gone to Yoga Union several times since discovering them a few weeks ago. They offer classes at…read moreconvenient times and for reasonable prices! I think it's $17 for the average class, but they also offer $6 community classes that fill up so get there early! They also offer all of their classes by live stream for a lower cost if you prefer to practice at home! (They also offer membership and class pass options; I'm thinking of getting a class pack since it's a considerable savings!) I've only taken a class with one instructor so far (Billy J.), but I've loved his class so much, I'd love to try more instructors and more classes in the future. (I highly recommend Billy's hatha class; he and the class are approachable but the class is challenging and fun!) The building can be hard to find the first time but it's become part of why I love Yoga Union. It's in a small building tucked behind the light rail track and the new brewery in Woodberry. The only strange thing is that you have to cross the tracks to get to it. Pay attention to your GPS the first time, and you'll be fine! The building is pretty old - and it's sort of hot yoga by default (it warms up fast) - but not crazy hot or intentionally hot. You can hear the light rail trains go by which I find weirdly calming, too! The studio is just one room, with a check in area and a bathroom. The check in staff are very friendly. The classes I've taken have not been very crowded (unless a community class), and there has been room to spread out. It's easy to book and pay for classes online, too! I've enjoyed my experiences at Yoga Union, and I plan to keep practicing here regularly! Check it out!

The Hall of Self continues to provide a welcoming, positive, safe space for our neighborhood to…read moreexplore their wellness and fitness goals. In addition to a variety of Yoga offerings, Pilates, and Breathwork, The Hall of Self has started offering Tai Chi, Massage and Sound bath. The community is growing and the variety of offerings has expanded. I'm so thrilled to have such a special space in our neighborhood!

I was not able to attend a class as my $200 class pass expired 7 months ago and the studio was not…read morewilling to offer anything except the option to pay for more classes. Life happens and it is unfortunate that a yoga studio does not have the grace to work with you. I can't really respect those values.

Lovely space with the most patient teachers. I love this place and community! The intro deal can't…read morebe beat. ‍‍‍

I'm so happy to share my new find. Mindful You Yoga, the brain child of Crystal Jensen Sara, was…read moreborn and is GROWING on the corner of Wise and Merritt! I've been doing Crystal's Energy Medicine Yoga class, which is exactly what I need after an intense year and a half. She's a wonderful instructor and I feel like I've come home to a new-to-me yoga community. Next week, I'll see if I'm up to a Vinyasa class. So, if you are interested, www.mindfulyouyoga.com! They are celebrating their expanded studio on Saturday, December 7th from 11 -3. Stop by or schedule a class.

Gym is not crowded; massive place & loads of equipment to use. Clean locker rooms & towels are…read moreprovided

Never too crowded. Solid equipment selection. The staff is professional and the facility is always…read moreclean. Highly recommend this location!