While I consider the ability to travel a great blessing, I have to admit that certain complications…read moretypically ensue from being away from home. One of those challenges can be how to continue your workout routine when on the road. While I don't have specific recommendations for how to alleviate this situation in all cities, I can certainly provide some assistance when it comes to Bend, Oregon. The Athletic Club of Bend offers numerous opportunities for you to get that workout in when you're in town for a visit. Their amenities include 7 indoor tennis courts, an indoor running track, indoor and outdoor pools, a large spa, cardio equipment, weight room, a full basketball court, and 4 racquetball/squash courts. While those amenities don't necessarily make this place unique, there are two characteristics that do set this place apart. First, they openly accept visitors to the club. Many clubs are very closed minded about this, but not so here. Sure, you'll have to pay a guest fee, but it was very reasonable. Second, I found the members here to be genuinely welcoming. I chose to utilize the club for some tennis and I felt immediately accepted by a group of members who have a standing weekly match. After just 2 hours together I felt like a part of the group and left with names and phone numbers for the next time that I visit Bend. Sure, you can come up with an excuse to not workout while in Bend, but that excuse can't be that there's no facilities that you have access to or there are no friendly people here to connect with. And that's...Henry's Take. #bendexcercise #bendtennis #bendgym

Lacks Dumbell weight in upper gym, only goes up to 25 and lacks serious lifting equipmentread more

The Vibe: Move Me. I came to Groove Yoga to move…read more Leanne welcomed me in, gave me a tour, and chatted before class. Then I learned Rejuvenating Groove was closer to yin. The Guide: Leanne Schweitzer * Rejuvenating Groove I asked Leanne how she found yoga. She was looking for relief from work. One class, and she was hooked. Then a 30-day challenge. She won it. The prize: more yoga. Eleven years later, it's still her work. ‍ The Soft Side: We began on our backs with bolsters. Leanne's voice was slow, deliberate, guiding our attention from our feet up. Body. Mind. Spirit. With our hands over our hearts, she shared an idea from The Heart Code: the heart is more than a pump. Emotionally. Spiritually. Then Deer Pose. A supine twist with straps. Long holds. Less doing. More noticing. Finally, Savasana. The Space & Place: Groove catches the light. Shelves hold books and small objects; a Ganesha figure sits among them. A community board covers a wall. Beyond it: a spacious practice room. Dark floors. High ceiling. The Sum-Up: On my way out, I thanked Leanne. I'd come to move. I hardly did. I left moved. Field Note: Sometimes you receive what you need by letting go of what you came for.

Erin Rae is a massage therapist who works in the studio and is AMAZING…read more She is interested in knowing you and your body's concerns and will thoughtfully and skillfully cater your session to your liking. She is trained in aromatherapy and other techniques to make your time with her therapeutic for both body and mind. I cannot wait to get back on her table.

I was looking for a Pilates class while I was staying in Bend for the night. Trusty Yelp pointed me…read moreto Bend Pilates. I called them to find out their schedules for the evening and they had a 4:30pm slot available. Perfect! I arrived a few minutes early to fill out the usual waivers. The standard drop in rate is $27. This Pilates studio did not require the grippy socks my home studio in Seattle usually mandates. In this class, we would be utilizing 3 machines (standard reformer, chair reformer, and mat reformer). It is a relatively small studio- max of 5 students per class. The instructor was wonderful! She was patient in explaining each of the moves and gave me plenty of pointers and tips along the way. We did great core work and I thoroughly enjoyed trying out new machines. The one downside? I didn't get to really sweat in this class (maybe it just wasn't the right class for me?). But I will definitely be back to try another class the next time I am visiting Bend.

Carolyn, heather, and Shawn are terrific. Highly recommend. I did not enjoy or get the same…read moreexperience out of Heidi's classes. After developing back pain in her class I stopped going.

I would 100% go back here immediately! One of the best workout classes I have been to…read more I did a strength class and was actually sore the day after! The instructor was so easy to talk to and did a great job making me feel comfortable and understand what to expect. The workout itself could be performed by a varying of age groups and experiences levels. My favorite workouts are the ones that feel easy and fun, but leave me sore. This workout did exactly that. They also have childcare on sight . I would book in advance and the studio can be quite busy. If driving there for the first time, Apple Maps will direct you to the upper parking lot. It is located I little farther down the drive way in the lower parking lot near the river.

I'm humbled and impressed by the staff strength and the strength of the class! Cardio, strength…read moretraining and yoga have changed my life. I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to work with such a talented and friendly group of athletes.

I popped by in while visiting Bend for a while. The space…read moreitself is very inviting and warm. There were a dozen people and the space was enough. I enjoyed the class. The teacher was warm and although she did not move around to provide feedback, she was giving multiple options for people with knee issues, back issues, etc. Overall I enjoyed myself.

One of my favorite yoga studios for sure. The teachers are so knowledgeable about human physiology…read moreand anatomy. The yoga sequences are thoughtfully planned and intuitive, letting you leave class feeling like a million bucks! Helen is an amazing teacher. Her yin classes are on another level - I highly recommend you check it out for yourself. I always feel so welcomed here. The teachers all care about their students. Good vibes from everyone.

Plenty of workout space, never overly crowded or too busy. It's nice that there are a few different…read morelocations, I think that helps. I think the equipment is good quality and there are plenty of options. The place is clean and well organized. The downside is you are paying quite a bit for no shower or changing rooms. Kind of a bummer for those who might need it.

I would rate this place as okay. It's much better than Planet Fitness. It offers free weights…read more However, this location being on the NW side of town has its challenges, like every gym will. Throughout the day, it's pretty slow in general. As 6 or so approaches, you'll find yourself among the egotistic meat heads who will kick you off equipment or hog multiple pieces of equipment though they are using something else. You also get rush #1 of the high school kids. I had to tell one of them to calm down just last week because of the way he came at me to get his cable machine back. He was nowhere near the machine. When 8 rolls around, you have the worst crowd of the day. You have the second rush of high schoolers, who just let their friends in at will. There's almost no equipment available to use. There's a bunch of them just standing around talking. You can feel the vibe of their toxic egos. I mean, just imagine a gym in a high school and that's what you'll get around this time. Overall, I've learned I cannot go after work if I get off at 7:30PM. Otherwise, it's a decent place to go.

Jessica's Marma Healing technique is so profound and rejuvenating. My system felt restored after…read moreour session. I felt a deep sense of calmness and release. My body felt as though it just had an Ayurvedic oil therapy session and the oil restored those parts of me that were agitated both physically and emotionally. My nerves were quelled and softened and I went about life again feeling renewed. Highly recommend!

I am so grateful to have met Jessica. I am an LMT of 18 years. My body really needed some specific…read moreattention. Jessica was extremely friendly and welcoming. I felt that she listened to me and paid attention to my specific needs. She was very intuitive and had exactly the right pressure throughout the massage. She knew how to work my most tender areas with a gentle and productive intention. She had the ability to really find the exact spots that I so desperately needed work on. She gave my body the time it needed to respond especially where I really hold a lot of tension, without being too aggressive. Jessica provided a self place of healing, and I felt that she genuinely cared about ME. She has a beautiful energy that I enjoy very much! She is very professional and knowledgeable. I am excited to learn more from her, because she has training in ayurvedic healing and cranial sacral massage. I felt that she addressed my needs as a whole...mind, body, and spirit...not just the physical body. I appreciate her compassion. I would highly recommend Jessica to anyone looking for a skilled massage therapist that truly cares about the well-being of the people on her table.

Had the absolute best time at my first class today. My instructor Chloe was very thoughtful and…read morethroughly showed me how to use the reformer. The atmosphere was very supportive, I'll definitely be back!

It took me several classes but I love the Lagree workout! You will be challenged no matter your…read morefitness level so approach the class with "no ego amigo" and do your best. I've been going consistently for several months now and there is always a new move and challenge. The classes are 12 or less people so you'll have an attentive instructor to form and also to offer modifications, as needed. It's a great workout, stick with it and you'll see results.