Lara is a true professional and we were so lucky to have such a high quality session with her for…read moreboth yoga and meditation. 100% recommend her practice. Namaste

When you find something you love, there is no bigger rush! I have tried many,many yoga studios and…read morestyles and just never seemed to connect. But a Groupon offer brought me to the very intimate yoga studio located inside Fred Segal in Santa Monica. And I am so glad it did! It was previously called Yoga Poser, but that business has left and now the classes are conducted by the lovely and bubbly Lara Nordenson. Her classes focus on form and she takes the time to teach proper alignment and techniques. She understands that yoga is a personal journey and is there to help with guidance and encouragement. Her classes are not the crazy "power" yoga where you sweat a gallon and feel dizzy. Nor are they the hot yoga variety where you go into a sauna to try to not faint during warrior 1. Her classes are how I dreamed a yoga class would be: challenging but still within my reach and abilities. Her guidance is allowing me to grow in the practice and become stronger with each flow.

I'm shocked I haven't reviewed Float Harder yet. I've been probably 7-10 times over the past few…read moreyears and love it. I've even tried all of the pods and the float room. Whichever you choose, they are all in completely private rooms with a shower, soap, towels and ear plugs. When you arrive you get to choose a color for lights, that you can turn off while floating, if you want. You also choose from a list of soundscapes such as ocean noises, jungle, Pink Floyd and more, that can also be turned off. You must shower before floating and cannot use conditioner. I'm not sure how much time you get exactly but I've always had enough time to shower and get in before the "welcome, your float is starting" notification. Ear plugs are a must because getting any of the heavily salted water in your ears sucks. I always use the ring hanging in the tank to float my head on, so I can relax my neck. The 90 minutes goes by surprisingly fast and I almost always doze off. The lovely voice will let you know when the float ends and the lights come on automatically. After you shower again, they have a room with 3 sinks/vanities with hair dryers, q tips and other items so you can get ready before re-entering the world. Highly recommend as an alternative to a massage, great self care option to add to the mix.

Float Harder is an oasis of relaxation in Portland. I took advantage of a free float for Veterans…read moreDay and am so glad I did. The staff is amazing everytime I've talked to them or interacted with them. Warm, inviting, and kind. The facility is comfortable and spotless clean. The float pods are private and feel like a warm, cozy, and safe place. My float was amazing. I was able to turn my brain off and really relax for the first time in a week. I have two more floats on my account; I'll be back soon.

I've been a weekly regular at WholeHeart for the last six years. With so many choices out there, I…read morewanted to get the word out in case this is the place for you. Experienced teachers, a community spirit and lots of types of classes. For me it's been a place, an anchor, to reset, connect, reflect, revive, especially in these stressful times.

From the owner: Yoga, Kripalu Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Meditation, Gentle/Restorative Yogaread more

Walking around Portland we noticed this store for what felt like the first time despite being in…read morethis area many times previously. While it looks as though they offer massages and yoga we only browsed the shop aspect. They are a very welcoming and accepting space. They had a good variety with a large majority of it being crystals, gemstones, and minerals. All of them were well labeled and described them well too. A well curated store and the staff were very friendly. Was worth our time visiting.

Beautiful little space with very friendly staff. Enjoyed my first ever reiki session may 1st. Will…read moredefinitely go back.

I love studied with her. I learnt so much in the reiki class and can apply in my daily life.read more

From the owner: Improve the quality of your life and the lives of others. Gendai Reiki Ho & Komyo Reiki Kai…read moreClasses, Reiki Healing Sessions, and original Guided Meditations take Center Stage in bringing your mind, body, and spirit back to your natural state of well-being. Gendai Reiki-ho and Komyo Reiki Kai are styles of Usui Reiki Ryoho as practiced in Japan in the 1920s. Roberta R, Barnes, completed the highest levels allowing her to teach directly under the Japanese founder of each style. Each of the 4 levels in Gendai Reiki-ho & Komyo Reiki Kai include enough hours in classes to cover all the Japanese exercises, techniques, meditations, and empowerments for that level. Student manuals as well as certificates are given in each level. Pre-registration, and deposit are required at least 4 days prior to the first scheduled class. Visit the Natural Healing & Learning Center website today for more information on healing mind body & spirit together, to register for Reiki classes that begin your healing journey, or to schedule a Usui Reiki Healing Session. Reiki healing sessions are offered in mini, full, advanced with guided meditation, and in affordable packages. All healing sessions are by appointment only. The balance and harmony of this universal energy goes to the core of all atoms in need and shines out through all including auric body (aura)—integrated complete healing by Usui Reiki Shihan (master instructor) Roberta Barnes