One of the hardest things about graduating from Virginia Tech and moving away from Blacksburg was…read morehaving to leave In Balance Yoga. I have practiced yoga all over the DC area and in Miami (where I live now post-grad) and hands down In Balance is the best studio I've ever been to! The facilities are great, parking is easy, and the instructors are fabulous. The classes are extremely affordable (they offer student discounts), especially if you buy an unlimited semester pass. I've tried every class they offer and each one offers something unique to help expand your practice. When I'm back in Blacksburg visiting, I'll be sure to drop by and give my favorite studio a visit! :)

I practiced at In Balance Studio off and on for two years while attending graduate school at…read moreVirginia Tech. Nicole and Keala are wonderful people, and I will greatly miss In Balance's community. I also love that a primary focus of their studio is geared toward supporting the community either through donation flows or making yoga accessible for those on tight budgets. They also handled their response to COVID-19 responsibility and ethically by quickly moving their classes to Zoom. I highly recommend this studio for anyone looking for a community that's focused on supporting your personal growth, giving back, and having fun!

For a type of yoga that releases tension rather than creating some, try Noelle's Svaroopa classes…read more They are truly delicious!!! Start out at beginner level Fridays at noon for several weeks. Sooooo relaxing! Then it may be appropriate for you to change to a progressive class, learn new and interesting poses to your capability. Noelle has at least 20 years experience teaching yoga. She has a lovely precision that helps you optimize each pose. As the body releases, the mind unwinds. Super!!! The only Svaroopa instructor and classes for miles around. I'm addicted!

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Out of towner visiting for the weekend- popped in and Chris and team were amazing!!! Fabulous…read morestudio. So kind. Great yoga!!

From the owner: It is our sincere hope to provide our students a sacred space for personal growth through the…read morepractice of yoga and intentional, authentic community. Whatever it is you need, we are here to hold space, encourage and support you.

Downey Dog is an awesome place! The staff is so wonderful and caring and really take the time to…read morehelp people at all stages, whether it's your first class or your fiftieth. Awesome ambiance. Highly recommended.

From the owner: Downey Dog Yoga offers a variety of classes for every level and style. There's a perfect yoga…read morestyle for every body at any time and we encourage everyone to join.

I come here if I'm having a bad day, a good day, or most often just an ordinary day. In any case, I…read morealways leave feeling accomplished and uplifted. The location is new and sparkly, but the coaches and athletes are what made the old location - and make the new one - a welcoming place to workout! If you're not sure about trying Crossfit you can drop in for a first class for free. The sport prides itself on being scaleable to all levels - so whether you're just beginning a fitness journey or you've been lifting your whole life, you will fit in! Here, a workout is programmed each day and a coach will guide you through all of the movements and steps. All of the coaches are incredibly encouraging and excellent at helping you master the movements. The gym offers regular Crossfit classes, as well as Barbell, Mobility, and Yoga sessions. The thought of going to a crowded gym with no direction used to be enough to cement me to the couch. Plus, I had the self-confidence of a wet paper towel. All I knew was that I wanted to become healthier and learn to lift weights properly. Since starting here a little over a year ago, I have a much healthier mindset about fitness. I'm very grateful for taking a chance then, and for the supportive community I have here now!

I dropped in for two classes when I was visiting Blacksburg and was very impressed! Vaughn was an…read moreawesome and attentive coach, and the facility is large with a wealth of equipment. I look forward to dropping by CrossFit 460 again next time I'm in town!

Heavy iron not a ton of people great environment don't care if you grunt or yelll to push out a few…read morereps nice lockerroom if your tryna get a pump and push till failure this is the place to go

Decent gym but not worth the price. Had to sign a contract worth $40 a month for the spring…read moresemester which was a nightmare to cancel as you can't do it over the phone. I also never got my emails responded to. If you're a student I suggest just going to the free gyms that VT offer. While they're a bit smaller, you'll save money, and honestly they're both just about as packed.

Before meeting Bridget, I was skeptical that an 'eastern' type of therapy would be helpful. I…read moredidn't want some fanciful hippy telling me how I should change my life to be more like them. Bridget is definitely not that hippy. She is a down-to-earth, realistic, and legitimately insightful person who put in a lot of effort to help me the individual. She always adapted our sessions based on my needs during the given day, and had the creativity and willingness to go the extra mile. You wouldn't know it based on her calm and unassuming personality, but she is an encyclopedia of knowledge, and I often was impressed by her ability to provide detailed information at an exact right time. At heart she is an advocate for people, and even with her aforementioned qualities, her greatest strength was her tenacity towards my growth as a person. Prior to working with Bridget, I had been passively suicidal for over a decade. My time with her helped me to not only grow, but also allowed me to lay a foundation of self-appreciation and awareness that continues to make my life more enjoyable, productive, and meaningful.