I live a block away from this studio and my only regret is that I didn't try this place sooner…read more(blaming the pandemic)! This is the most serene and beautiful yoga studio I've ever visited and the instructors are very talented, welcoming and accepting. I'm excited to dip my toes back into yoga, thanks to Nivata. This might be the best-kept secret in Tangletown but hoping to get the word out since this studio deserves to be shared with the community!

Nivata is a truly special place that I have quickly come to love. I have been going 3-5 times a…read moreweek for the last month and am definitely feeling the benefits! Julie and her team are all people you instantly feel comfortable and joyful around. If you (like me) have been searching for a way to practice self-care and focus on wellness, this is the perfect place to embrace that. Thank you for creating this beautiful community and opportunity to connect both with myself and you all.

Can't recommend HIDEF enough!!! Noelle has been so incredible. I was looking around Seattle for a…read morenew PT after suffering from a tennis injury and decided to give this place a try... 6 months later, and she has given me tons of practical exercises to strengthen the muscle imbalance and work on stuff at home. She is super personable and takes great care with her patients, always listening to what you need to work on and reduce pain. Also special shoutout to Nike at the front desk!! She's always so helpful and makes you feel welcome.

Wow, I just had the best experience with Kaylee on the phone. I needed to be seen asap as a new…read morepatient, and she reassured me and took such good care of me. And reassured I would be taken care of at the facilities as well! I am looking forward to my first appointment. I'll keep you posted!

paid for an intro workout package, 3 classes. dates kept getting rescheduled, gave up on scheduling…read morethe 3rd one I'd paid for

I'm slowly making my way through every CrossFit box close to my home or work it seems haha…read more I don't live in West Seattle, but if I did, here's another great option to consider. This place is small but it's MIGHTY. I like the color scheme, overall clean look, and the people are totally the nicest. I've heard of some boxes (that I won't mention) that treat newcomers rudely, but I must be carrying the 14-pound-wall-ball-of-luckiness because every place I've gone to date, the people are so welcoming. I competed here once for an unofficial CrossFit league season, and a week ago, David, one of the instructors, invited people to come out and do the 2013 CrossFit Open Games workout of the week (WOW). Sure! I would love to come back and check it out again! I'm glad I did, because they have the smaller 14# wall balls (good for my midget hands)--smaller even than my CF place does. Everybody doing the Crossfit Open WOW, even not knowing me, cheered me on like one of their own, and I returned the favor! They have the BEST rings set-up, for when you are ready to master your first muscle-up. Or, at least watch a video of what a muscle-up is. Parking can be a little rough in that area (don't park in other businesses' spots ;) , but where there's a will, there's a way :)

When I lived in North Bend, I went to the Shala several times a week. That was the year I got…read morebetter - physically and emotionally. Matt and Cherene are experts and mighty fine people to boot. They teach Iyengar yoga, which teaches you how to use perfect alignment in yoga poses. Now, I know that many people who do yoga think of Iyengar as being a boring beginners yoga. Maybe in some studios, but not here. They do have a beginners class, which I started off doing. It was a totally non-threatening, safe, supportive environment, and I learned to do the basics the right way. Then I progressed to more advanced poses - very challenging! Class sizes are small. It's very much a community, but not one that excludes newcomers. Most of the people who go there are North Bend locals. They are very friendly people, and I never once felt judgment or competition. Likewise, Matt and Cherene are very welcoming. If this is your first time doing yoga, don't be scared. You will be in good hands. If you've been doing it for years, you'll have a lot to learn from them. Read their website for more info about their training. It's very impressive. I am indebted to Matt and Cherene for the guidance, knowledge, and support they have given me. I'm moving to Oregon in a few weeks, but I will come visit whenever I can. Thank you!

My wife and I have been yoga enthusiasts for more than twenty years. Many teacher hours and classes…read morewhere ever we travel including Europe, Asia, south and Central America, as well as all over the US from NYC (BK iyengar institute) to Florida to California. Without question, Matt Queen is the best yoga instructor we have ever encountered. Anyone lucky enough to encounter his patience, kindness and deep knowledge of the subject has given themselves a precious and lifelong gift. Also, he can show it himself, which sadly we frequently find in places, even expensive yoga retreats. I think he does only private sessions, and may only teach teachers, but the trip out there is worth it if you can get a session.

Wow, it's been one whole month since I started! Just a mere…read morefour months earlier to beginning this journey, I was in a hospital bed undergoing surgery for Stage IV Colon Cancer which through God's Blessings it was defeated. MKG MARTIAL ARTS SEATTLE has become my newest chapter. Everyone is so incredibly friendly and fun to practice with along with professional coaches and staff members who are there to tailor your own experiences at a pace that will be a fit best for you. The first step is commitment. Not just the commitment to practicing, but the commitment to not simply breeze through it and passively participate and go through the motions. Commit to 100% focus every time you practice. Commit to the knowledge it will be tiring and exhausting, and there is no easy way to actually practice. Getting better at something involves straying outside of your comfort zone. It will involve no small amount of struggle. You will feel uncomfortable and lacking in your abilities when you attempt to climb higher and higher. So, commit to all of this. If I can make the attempt after what I have been through in just the past year alone, imagine what you can achieve from MKG SEATTLE! Enough chit-chat for now and make that commitment to yourself....you will be glad that you did!

**This review is for the MAX10 Program**…read more I got excited when I purchased a deal from Bloomspot for a 5 week MAX 10 fitness program. I have been in a fitness rut so I figured this would be a great way for me to get back in shape. Right from the beginning, I like how thorough the trainers are. During orientation, they measure and weigh each student and go through basic Muay Thai movements. I thought I was in decent shape but when I saw my weight and body fat results, WOW that was a rude awakening! They also go over nutrition in a realistic manner (no fad diets!) and provide feedback during class. My first week was ROUGH. I don't mean that in a bad way but it made me realize I had to change certain habits in order to improve, such as getting in the habit of having enough sleep and eating breakfast. My biggest regret was missing out on a few classes (due to a cold) and I totally paid for it during the next session I attended. I highly suggest that if you enter this program, it is best that you try to not skip classes for the best results. So how are classes like? One instructor is assigned to a different day of the week so you don't know what to expect when you come into class. For the 9 am sessions the Monday, Wednesday and Friday classes are martial arts based while on Tuesday and Thursdays the classes are focused on cardio and strength training exercises. I personally love the martial arts classes more than the cardio and strength training but both classes go hand in hand. Now that its week 5, I have seen improvements in my strength and stamina, especially when it involves jump roping, burpees and push ups. I also do see some muscle development all around which I personally think is a lot better than trying to meet my weight loss goal of 10 lbs in 5 weeks. Although these have been an intense five weeks, I personally feel that it was not long enough, which is why I decided to sign up for the full 10 weeks. The cost of the program might seem a bit high but when you do the math and consider what you get out of the program, it's actually a great deal! Besides having classes 5 days a week, you're also assigned a coach to monitor your progress as well as having different instructors every day of the week and you get your own punching gloves to keep. You definitely get your moneys worth at MKG! I plan on updating my review at the end of the full 10 weeks. Thanks to the MAX 10 program, I'm considering of signing up for either their cage fitness or martial arts classes! TIP: Once you sign up for classes, you should like their page on Facebook so you get updates regarding seminars and special classes that are held usually on the weekends. I attended a foam roller workshop not too long ago and it was wonderful. So definitely keep that in mind!

Great spiritual practice with good instructors. Really enjoy the singing bowls, bells, gongs and…read morechanting that is used in most practices, something I don't always experience at other studios. No pretentious vibes at all. Only wish there were more class offerings, as their morning schedule is pretty limited.

It has calm and friendly vibe in the studio. I'm still exploring the classes, but so far so good.read more

Elizabeth at Misa Yoga is the best yoga instructor in town! Her focus is on Vinyasa Yoga and she…read moreoffers a very personal and uplifting yoga experience. With 2-3 classes a day that are offered in the morning, afternoon, or evening; there is a class for everyone! The classes are offered in a small studio and the class sizes are very intimate with a maximum of no more than 12-14 students. Given this the instructing is very up close and personal and Elizabeth is always there to help you on every step of your yoga journey. Not to mention she is always positive and upbeat and helps you believe that you can do anything. She is a true believer in choosing your own practice. If there are some poses you cannot do whether it be due to strength or injury, she always offers an alternative. And if the alternative is still not an option, you can always just take a moment to rest without judgement. Misa Yoga is truly an amazing gem of a studio in the heart of West Seattle. With an amazing instructor and reasonable class plans you really cannot go wrong. Ultimately you become more than just a student, you end up joining an amazing Yoga Community. So if you are looking to start yoga for the first time, or want to get away from the larger and busier studios, come check out Elizabeth at Misa. You won't be disappointed!

This studio is a wonderful West Seattle gem. I have been attending Misa Yoga for just about 4 years…read morenow and it has become a big part of my life and my health. Elizabeth is an amazing teacher. She allows you to practice at your own pace, while still giving you opportunities to challenge yourself. She is extremely knowledgeable in all things yoga as well as the human body, so she is able to advise you in your poses and to help you along your practice no matter what kind of injury you may have/had in the past. Her classes are filled with students in all walks of life. These people are warm and friendly who quickly become your dearest friends. Misa yoga is a small studio, so you will always need to sign up ahead of time for a class. Elizabeth has extra mats, blocks, straps and towels for students to use if they dont have any. You dont need to be an experienced practitioner to come to Misa. All you need is a open heart and a positive attitude!

I have been practicing tai chi with Master Hong for approximately 14 years.She is an outstanding…read moreinstructor of the art. She is very devoted and knowledgeable of the tai chi tradition and she impart that knowledge to all her students. Her credential is above reproach and it shows how tai chi is practice and learn by all her students.

I'm taking my third 10-week semester with Hong Laoshi as my introduction to tai chi. She is…read moremeticulous in her instruction, patient, knowledgeable, and responsive. She teaches both Chen and Yang style with what appears to be an emphasis on Chen. Highly recommend!