Great yoga studio! Teachers are very knowledge and always available to help!…read more There I not too much parking in the parking area but there is street parking available.

Clean, quiet, great customer service. I really enjoy attending class here. The staff is kind and…read morethe instructors are thorough and knowledgeable. Sign up cost is extremely reasonable.

I am extremely disappointed by my experience with this yoga studio…read more From the moment I arrived, the person working at the front desk was rude, condescending, and unwelcoming. A yoga studio should be a place where people come to find peace, serenity, and positive energy, but unfortunately that was not the atmosphere I encountered. The negative energy at the front desk completely overshadowed what should have been a relaxing experience. To be fair, my instructor, David, was fantastic. He was professional, knowledgeable, and created a wonderful class environment. The instructors appear to genuinely care about their students and the quality of their teaching. What made the experience even more concerning was that, after mentioning my interaction, several people I spoke with at the studio indicated that they had experienced similar behavior from the front desk staff member. One person even commented that while the instructors are amazing, the individual at the front desk often comes across as rude and brings negative energy into the space. Hearing that made me feel that my experience may not have been an isolated incident. Afterward, I attempted to address my concerns privately before posting a public review. I reached out directly and also sent a message through social media in hopes of speaking with ownership or management. Unfortunately, my concerns were not addressed, and my attempt to have a professional conversation was unsuccessful. When I tried to follow up, I was met with the same dismissive attitude that caused the issue in the first place. As someone who regularly visits and reviews businesses, I understand that everyone can have a bad day. However, when guests are repeatedly met with hostility, dismissiveness, or condescension, it reflects poorly on the business as a whole. Customer service matters, especially in a wellness space where people are specifically seeking a positive and supportive environment. My best friend and I are from the area, and we were genuinely excited to support a local business. Unfortunately, the experience left us feeling unwelcome rather than valued as customers. While David's class was excellent and deserves recognition, the front desk experience left a lasting negative impression that management should take seriously. A yoga studio's atmosphere begins the moment someone walks through the door. I hope ownership takes steps to address these concerns so that future guests can experience the sense of peace and community that a yoga practice is meant to provide.

Great class and engaging workout…read more Very clean studio and accommodating staff. Will come again

A beautiful yoga studio. Love the variety of yoga classes offered. A very welcoming and spacious…read moreplace. Great teachers. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a new yoga home.

My home away from home recently reopened up in Bloomfield: ZURA Blooms!! Right next to the parking…read moregarage by Foodtown. I used to attend hot/warm/non hot yoga & cardio sculpt classes with co-owner Rebecca Frezza and many other talented instructors pre-Covid.. Like so many, the community was heartbroken when they had to close up back in 2020, BUT: Rebecca, Ilene, Sabratha & Beth have teamed up to do the incredible: pivot and begin again. I cannot imagine the strength of character and creativity it takes to rebuild such a unique community, but these fantastic people are doing it! Alas after enduring incredibly, Zura Bloom reopened right by the Food Town near 6 Points. Their new space is a haven from the outside world: walk up the stairs to the 2nd floor to see that the walls are decorated with John Atura's original paintings, vaulted ceilings and bar studio mirrors and large windows that allow for streaming morning sunlight while maintaining the privacy of those in class. When I step inside the studio.. my mind is put at ease, and I feel welcome. I almost wish I could just hang out at the studio when working remotely just to enJoy the atmosphere some more. There are showers, bathrooms & lovely lavender oil infused towels in the mini fridge to cool down post class. The instructors genuinely care about the people that come to classes, and this is not the kind of place where you will accidentally get hurt doing something that's not right for your body, i.e. classes or "brands" that push you to the point of improper form. Zura welcomes all students of all ages and ability levels, and the instructors are knowledgeable about body mechanics, music and dance, teaching pedagogies and the various philosophies associated with different styles of yoga. I highly recommend any person in search of exercise, health or a bit of peace to attend. Some of my favorite classes are for mindfulness, building strength & excellent instrumental *music curation/choreography* are: - Rebecca's 2:30pm Sat. (Rhthym & Fire*) - Dante's anytime / any day ! (Fusion*) - John's 5pm Friday - Cassie's Hot 26 - Tabitha's* Hot 26 * Many classes (mainly Hot 26) are silent to help students focus, meditate & connect with their breathing, but a few classes use instrumental/percussion & light Sanskrit vocal based playlists that are extremely well paired to movements. I'm talking about musical selections that flow and transition through genres like tribal hand drums from around the world, classical & New Age Indian rāga, electronica from music producers like trip hop L.A. based DJ Bonobo, and the hauntingly beautiful melodies of double bassist and composer Garth Stevenson.* Favorite classes for soothing the body & developing better posture: - Ilene Sunday PM - Beth's early morning - BobbiJo's early morning Favorite classes for vigorous movement: - Rebecca A's Vinyasa - Jeffrey's Power Hour There are still a bunch of instructors that are new to me, and I haven't had the chance to take their classes yet, but I hope to soon!! So happy this studio has reopened in my own backyard. info@zurablooms.com Call: 973-531-6912 71 Washington Street Bloomfield, NJ 07003 https://zurablooms.com

It was my first try with hot yoga. I don't fully understand the appeal of sweating so much…read more Admittedly, I don't think I'm proper audience for this place. It's less of a spiritual practice than a light cardio workout. We go through the poses quickly, and repeat them almost like a circuit. After class, I feel like I've done some light exercise rather than limber and relaxed. I did enjoy classes with Hailee. She has great energy and goes around to help you out with your poses. If hot yoga/cardio is your niche, you will enjoy this studio. The instructors are kind and it's very welcoming place

Came here once with a friend for their Friday night beginning's warm yoga class, which was taught…read moreby Dana Murphy. It's a small space with just one studio for class. Doors lock promptly when class starts, so don't be late! Our class was pretty crowded, over 20 people. We had five mats per row, pushed so that if everyone sat crosslegged, you'd probably bump knees with your neighbor. But it worked out okay. Most of the people who were taking the class seemed like regulars and they were fairly friendly. Overall, I really enjoyed the class, but I didn't really think it was geared that well towards beginners. The instructor called out poses instead of explaining them, and she walked around the room a lot so it was not possible to look at her for reference. Instead, I had to hope that the person in front of me knew what she was doing, since I was just mimicking her. Luckily, the woman in front of me was a pro, but it still made class kind of confusing. The class lasted over an hour. I really enjoyed the semi-meditative talk through at the beginning and end of the class. I felt like I got a good work out, and I felt mentally rejuvenated at the end. The studio has plenty of yoga mats if you don't have your own, as well as blankets, "bricks" (which I'd never used before, but they do help with some of the poses!), and small towels. There isn't really a private changing area, but there is a back space with sliding doors where they keep the aforementioned supplies. There are two sinks, hand soap, and a mirror there. There is also a water cooler in the front. I'd love to come back for this class whenever I have time. I don't know what their regular classes are like, but hopefully once I have a better work schedule I can try those too!

This is GREAT yoga studio. I love the pace that this moves…read morein. The instructor is very laid back and friendly. I had a groupon to try a few studios in the area. This is probably the best one in terms of the actual practice. The studio is located in a slightly busy street. There is a municipal parking lot behind the studio, so make sure you bring change for the meter (which is free after 6). I used to come to the 6pm classes so it was great. I am really bad with names so I do not remember the name of the instructor. She was a young instructor who really pushed you to try new things. Also, on the other hand, she allowed people to try something less challenging in case some pose seemed too much for them. The classes were small which for me is very important. I am relatively new to yoga so I know that it is important to learn the proper way to perform certain poses and I think a big class is hard to manage in the sense of a one-to-one approach. I left this studio so energized and having sweat A LOT! Which I actually enjoyed. The room is slightly heated. Make sure you bring water. Also, I recommend bringing your own mat. They provide some in the studio but...they are a bit too thin for my taste. The studio is a bit far from me. It is a good 30 minute drive (without traffic) which is the only con for me. I would really enjoy coming here again. I actually have thought about it so I recommend it to anyone interested in getting a great workout and getting some relaxation at the same time! Great work, guys!

Another review I wished I wrote two years ago! Such a homey studio with such incredible yoga…read moreteachers. I always felt comfortable in the studio, and above all, it was very clean. The class times worked out great as I was always able to go right after work. During the beginning of the pandemic I transitioned with them from studio classes to virtual and they were great! Although it became a bit pricy for me to continue attending, I still want to shoutout this studio. I have nothing but incredible things to say!! Miss going in person so much and seeing everyone!

Great place to do yoga! Love the teachers ! Bunch of different classes and plenty of parking so…read moreit's very accessible. Everyone is flexible for changing classes and assisting with your accounts.

This was my first time ever doing hot yoga (attended through ClassPass) and I was definitely quite…read morenervous about it because I don't really do well with heat. However, Nicole made me feel right at home and more at ease. I attended the Hot Powerflow Fusion class which is challenging but not impossible by any means.You just have to take things at your own pace and Nicole continued to make that clear throughout the class. However, the one thing that I did notice is that there are a lot of regulars here and because of that, there isn't really much guidance at the beginning of class as far as how to set up your equipment, etc (or even what equipment is needed/where to get it). It was all easy enough to find in the closets but would have been nice to have known in advance. I felt really great leaving the studio, this class definitely left my mind very sharp and my body feeling sore but accomplished the next day. I would recommend this for both newbies and experienced hot yoga practitioners.

Update: pool and jacuzzi were clean today. Pins have been…read morereplaced on weight machines. Jean did a great job overseeing the pH of the hot tub and assured me renovations are coming. He said the fly/pec machine that has been sitting there unusable for over a year will be removed and hopefully replaced. The carpet still is in desperate need of replacement The water fountain in the pool area is out of order and there's water damage to the walls around the jacuzzi that's unsightly. I still enjoy these people, though.

Elitist trainers. Unfriendly staff and management. And the members are a bunch of self focused…read morejerks. I'm out.

I love this studio, the calm and the energy, and the clases, which range from beginner level to…read morehighly challenging. I have been practicing for decades and all over the country. Shakti has an oasis feel amidst the hectic feel of life around here, and feels more peaceful, mindful about fostering this atmosphere than some of the larger, more marketed studios in the NY Metro Area. It reminds me of some of the studios I loved out west. Anna and her wonderful cadre of teachers love teaching and living yoga. Also some super great programs, from pre/post natal, family classes, holistic healing. I look forward to the stage when my babies are grown and I can make Anna's morning Mysore class on the regular.

I came here for the Drawing on Intuition and Intention workshop instructed by Suman Patnaik. This…read morewas my first time at Shakti Yoga & Living Arts and let me just say it definitely will not be my last. The workshop that was led by Suman was great and peaceful. The studio is clean and the atmosphere of Shakti yoga is great. I recommend taking any workshop led by Suman Patnaik but I'm pretty sure any of the workshops held at Shakti Yoga & Living Arts would be great. I'm hoping to return for sure because it was worth it.

I had class with Julianna (instructor) and enjoyed it. This was my first time in a yoga class…read more Small studio. It wasn't crowded, & instructor was pleasant. I expect to return for another class.

As it's still fairly new, the classes are small enough that often times you feel like you have a…read morepersonal instructor. I especially enjoy Julia's class. I do, however, think they should reconsider the schedule. Most of us in Harrison work in the city. If there were a class before 9 or after 8, I'd be able to enjoy the 10 class package. Instead, I'm left trying to find a a class on my day off. I also, think adding Barre classes could be a game changer for this studio.

5 stars for the workout. I do have a complaint. Why are there no mirrors at the front for approx 4…read morereformers??? Please fix this.

Took my first class with Nina and it was great. I am looking forward to taking more classes. The…read moreworkout was just as good as my gym workout if not better. Friendly, inviting, staff and class atmosphere is great for first timers.