Learning TM in Madison with Jim has been a blessing. Finally doing something to improve the…read more"inner" me. TM has helped me with focus, energy, digestion and SLEEP! My husband has been so impressed with my results he is learning too. Our son was diagnosed with ADHD and we are going to have him learn this summer.

I thought the chicken shawarma dish and mint lemonade were excellent(. (Took off one star because…read moremy friend I was sharing with thought it was "fine")

Mala is a beautiful warm and welcoming community. I hadn't been in a studio in years and was…read morenervous to begin. All nerves fell aside from the first class. Every teacher is unique and brings their beautiful soul to the mat.

If you're reading this review I'm assuming you already know the basics (what Vipassana meditation…read moreis, that the courses are completely free, etc); if not go to the website! I liked this center. The surroundings were beautiful, with walking paths meandering through ponds and meadows, stately trees and abundant wildlife (and cats!). Saw dozens of rabbits, geese, frogs, birds I'd never seen before, even a beaver one morning. It was nice and grounding going for a walk after a more intense meditation session. The meditation hall was serene and peaceful, and they had shelves full of cushions for students to use. I also liked that they had private rooms (though it was suite-style, so you shared a bathroom with another person). The volunteers and teachers were all very helpful and kind, and everything -- the rooms, dining area, meditation hall -- was kept very clean. Things I didn't like as much. There was a crack under the main door in the women's side of the dormitory, which meant insects were always coming in. Each time I came back to my room I did a thorough bug scan first! And it was in rural Illinois, surrounded by farmlands, which meant that there was nitrate in the tap water. They had tanks of clean water in all the areas, so drinking wasn't an issue, but it made me a bit paranoid brushing my teeth or taking a shower. Also, just a general note on the practice itself. In the West the practice of meditation has been flattened and appropriated into an innocuous stress-relieving hobby, which can lead to negative consequences. If you go far enough down this path you will experience really weird shit, it has the same power to rewire your brain and take you to altered states of consciousness as taking psychedelics. So if you're not in a stable and grounded place in your life, not prepared to take it seriously and practice dhamma, or if you have mental health conditions, then imo this course is probably not the best fit. There are other meditation traditions and centers, take something that is less intense and more interactive and supervised; or just take up walking or gardening instead. Let's see, what else? This course is very tough! One of the main reasons I was able to get through it, I think, was that I practiced yoga, otherwise there was no way I'd be able to sit upright and motionless for hours every day without my body rebelling. As it was, near the end of most sessions I would get aches and pains, but I was able to walk and stretch them off during the breaks, and return refreshed for the next sitting. Some people who took this course didn't do yoga or stretching, and from what they said, they were in constant pain during the last days of the course. It says admirable things about their determination that they finished, but why be in more pain than you have to be?

I feel like it's almost trivial to write a review for Vipassana center. I will try to limit this…read morereview to the center itself rather than Vipassana the path,the experience of which words cannot describe, and transcends the need for a Yelp review. However, let me just say that this place is great. The weather is crazy, and the tap water is not drinkable, and you won't find tempurpedic mattress in the dorms. Occasionally wind will blow the smell of manure from farm next door. However, the angry geese are kind of fun to look at but not attacked by, and the birds all seem to sing their own tune. All jokes aside, I am grateful that there's a Vipassana center relatively close the city I reside in. The people are very friendly. The place is pretty. It offers tons of course times, and it is a great way to try out the technique.

The space was beautiful. The staff were really welcoming, pleasant, and pretty helpful. The…read morefacilities were clean. We did the hydrotherapy retreat. Someone greeted us with tea after we got changed, and we waited in the lounge until our appointment time. While the lounge was comfortable and really nicely appointed, I don't think that I would pay an add--on cost to extend my time in the space. The steam and hot saunas were really nice, and I liked that you can reserve it to use privately. An hour is quite long. It would be great if they had a 45 minute price option. This is super specific, but it seemed strange they didn't have handles on both sides of the doors in the steam sauna. While I knew this when booking. I was very surprised that the rate per person is the same for using the space. If you are reserving it for a set time, there should be a discounted rate for additional people. We were glad we went, but I think they could definitely make it more affordable for couples or groups while still charging extra for the cleaning and washing of the additional towels and robes.

Two stars because they do try but they missed the mark on all aspects that a spa is supposed to…read morehave. The environment is too sterile and bright to really relax, there's no real walls that go up all the way in the space so it's hard to have a silent moment. The food they offer is bird food or microwaved handmade food that's overpriced, the chai is from a packet, the sanctuary again isn't set up to lounge your options are a chair, the floor, or maybe a swing chair. The steam room never got hot, and the sauna was just ok. Also if you arrive early prepare to be board or not offered to wait inside. Just not worth the money at all.

This place is a small business that works very hard to provide the best service possible and they…read moredo. Kellie is a amazing person to be around and I will be going back. I recommend other do too.

From the owner: The Well Yoga Dubuque offers gentle yoga, beginner yoga, and somatic yoga in Dubuque, IA. We offer…read morea warm, welcoming environment for beginners where everyone can feel comfortable. As a new visitor, your first yoga class is completely free – no strings attached! We’re here to help you build strength, find stress relief, and discover the benefits of yoga at your own pace in a supportive community.

Every spring I get over to the Womanspace campus just to explore the gardens. While I am not a…read moregardener (ugh - chore!), I love to be outside in the beautiful nature and the volunteer grounds and gardening team here do a wonderful job! It is almost impossible to believe these acres exist in the middle of the city. I missed the labyrinth on this trip but that just means I need to come back again soon. This is my favorite place in Rockford!

First be assured if you are a guy you will be welcome the art classes! With the name some are a…read morebit apprehensive about participating. This is a program that will address a wide range of skill and level. The offerings are diverse from clay (including fired pottery) to watercolor, acrylic, drawing, and mixed media. Instructors vary with a wide background. Class size is small enough to receive personal attention. It is a very nurturing environment so you can feel comfortable experimenting. In addition to traditional arts, they offer a wide range of programing to explore many facets of creativity as well as growth.

Jules is a caring instructor who helps you get stronger every day.read more

From the owner: I focus on Pilates, yoga and meditation in ways that are fun, wise, and kind to the body. I have…read morebeen certified in yoga since 2005 and certified in Pilates since 2009. I am locally trained and currently in a Master Mentor program with the Pilates elder Lolita San Miguel. I will complete my Master training in two years. My gurus include Lillias Folan, Pema Chodron, Scott Anderson, Joe Pilates, and Lolita San Miguel, among MANY others. I I work with all segments of the population from athletes to office workers and specialize in yoga for cancer survivors.

I grew up in Platteville but moved away about 30 years ago. I get massages on a regular bases from…read moreall over the USA. (I traveled for many years) I have to say Kelsey gave me one of the best deep tissue massages I've had. I scheduled, on very short notice a massage with Kelsey. She was very professional and her studio was comfortable and a relaxed environment. If I make it back again I'll be sure to schedule a massage once again with Kelsey.

I've gone to Kelsey for several years now to treat my migraines and general neck discomfort. I have…read moreprobably had 5-6 different massage therapists over the years, but Kelsey is easily the best. She has a fantastic ability to find sources of trouble and try various methods to provide relief. She is flexible with scheduling, her prices are reasonable, and her new office is spacious, yet private. I highly recommend Kelsey! You won't regret it.