I've been coming to iChakras for a little over five years, and it's honestly become such an…read moreimportant part of my life. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the peaceful energy of the space-it's calm, beautiful, and so thoughtfully designed. Dr. Krystal has such a gift for understanding what you need, even when you can't put it into words. Every session feels personalized and deeply restorative. I've done sound baths, the Energy Reset, and the Smart Healing Circuit, and each one leaves me feeling more balanced and recharged. What I love most is that it's not just about relaxation-it's real transformation. My stress levels, focus, and overall energy have improved so much since I started coming here. iChakras is truly one of those rare places that gets better every time you visit.

I love the way I feel walking through the door, my stress immediately decreases. In exploring…read moredifferent treatments the sound bath has been the most rewarding. These tones and sounds penetrate deep into my body. I leave feeling more calm, redirected, and focused. Grab a delicious smoothie, so many wonderful combinations.

My experience of taking classes, workshops and community musical gatherings at Crave spans several…read moremonths. The offerings are diverse and well curated. My profession spans 35 years of teaching Yoga and mentoring instructors in Silicon Valley. We joyously welcomed Crave into our community when Helena began her new management role and opened the studio four years ago. This Yoga establishment is fairly young AND considered as a treasure to yoga enthusiasts living in Mountain View. The moment you step into the space, you will feel a warm welcome in the environment and from the exceptional teaching staff. Be sure to meet the owner, Helena O'Brien McLoughlin. ~ Marti Foster, Executive Director at Marti Foster Yoga

I cannot say enough about how much I love this owner, the teachers, the variety of classes, the…read morecommunity events, the members, and studio space. I've been coming here for 6 months and am much more fit - not because I muscled through it, but because I leave happier than I came every single time and that's what keeps me coming back. Special shout outs to Helena, Nikki, and Blu, although all the teachers here are amazing!!

Incredible and vibrant energy here. The place is very clean…read moreand very well taken care of. Members of the community live with an open mind and heart, and were very warm and welcoming on my first Wed. evening visit.

Very traditional Zen Center, at least for America. If you are looking for a democratically run…read moreorganization this is not it. The teacher is definitely the authority in all matters here. Having said that, it runs more or less smoothly and people treat each other kindly and respectfully. If your focus is on the meditative aspects of practice, and you'd like to interact with others that have that focus as well, then this is a fine place.

InnerSeed was definitely needed in this area. Step away from the chaos and noise into a healing…read morecenter of calm, and serenity. From the moment you walk in, you know you have arrived in a special peaceful place. No need to travel far and wide for a healing retreat when you need a tranquil space. My experience was simply incredible.. I attended for a Sound Bath, and it was one of the most calming, healing, and rewarding experiences I have ever had. Weiwei, the owner has the most beautiful energy; a truly special human. The evening started with a sage cleansing before stepping into the main room, where I silently gasped inside myself at the thoughtful setup of candles and soothing aromas. I walked to my designated space of mat, pillow, and blanket; and the class began... Weiwei began the class with an introduction of what was to come, which I appreciated. Then came the most magically led seated meditation which was truly magical. Then it transcended into us laying on our mats and she enveloped the room into a heavenly and tranquil sequence of musical bowls, chimes, gongs, and vibrations. I honestly did not want it to end. Like the moments you are receiving a massage, and hope the hour has not ticked by... I haven't felt this level of ease in quite some time. For those who find it challenging to turn off their brains, and step out of the day to day to-do lists, step into this sacred space. You will find your peace in a short period of time. This experience was tremendously soothing to the spirit and mind.This was my first sound bath, and I cannot wait to return. Thank you Weiwei, for creating this space, and curating it as you did.

Blown away by this place!!…read more Incredible zen yoga and sound healing class! They offer a variety of healing and educational sessions for inner work.

I've always been curious about meditation and decided to give this place a try based on other Yelp…read morereviews. My husband and I enrolled in the Level 1 Meditation class, which is free, and lasts for 12 weeks. It definitely is a commitment, but we attended all but one class (due to Thanksgiving break) and really found it so enjoyable and fulfilling. To note, this is Zen Buddhism that they are teaching, so if you are particular about that, it's something to consider. The Shifu who runs the class is really insightful and funny. (I think he's absolutely endearing!!) He made the classes fly by. The way they go is that the first half of class is dedicated to teaching you the basics of Zen meditation (chanting, sitting, walking). The second half is lecture in the dining hall, otherwise known as Dharma talks, which teach you a lot of the practical and traditional aspects of Zen Buddhism and meditation. Overall, going here has helped my hubby and I connect a lot better and learn how to handle stress in a more calm way. We definitely would have joined the level 2 class if we hadn't moved up north. I try to visit and meditate here whenever I am in the South Bay :)

I've visited many temples in the past due to my Buddhist mother dragging me, but this temple is the…read moreonly one that I really enjoy and actually will go on my free will. :P I took the level 1 meditation class in English, which I find is really rare. The other temples that I've been to only speak Chinese or Vietnamese. I don't understand Chinese very well, so I was very happy to find English courses here. The teacher is Shifu JianYing, who is a happy and funny monk. The atmosphere is very warm and welcoming. The lectures are enlightening, fun, and enjoyable. I highly recommend taking the class if you have time (once a week for 2 hours for 12 weeks), and it's free too! :)

Being part of the Family Constellations Certification Program for over a year now has been an…read moreincredibly transformative journey for me. Initially stepping into this realm, I had little idea of what to expect, but a strong sense of trust led me forward. And what a journey it has been! One of the most profound aspects of this experience has been the sense of belonging to a community of kindred spirits. Surrounded by like-minded souls who understand me at a deep level, I've found a space where explanations are unnecessary; we simply 'get' each other. This sense of understanding and acceptance has been invaluable in my personal growth journey. I look forward to our monthly sessions because I know that everything that I share will be heard and accepted with grace. . One of the most profound lessons I've learned is the intricate connection between my present experiences and the echoes of my ancestral past. Family Constellations has illuminated the hidden threads that connect us to our lineage, showing me that the struggles and triumphs of my ancestors ripple through generations, influencing how circumstances unfold in my life today. As a result, I have a stronger acceptance of my family members and understanding why I have financial issues. Through this process, I've come to understand that my healing isn't just for me alone; it reverberates through the tapestry of my family line, touching those who came before and those who will come after. As I heal, I become a conduit for healing not just for myself, but for my ancestors. And while I do not have children in this lifetime, this healing impacts lives I will have in the future. In this journey, Hemla has been a guiding light, a true angel who embodies genuine love, guidance, and support. Her wisdom, intuition, trustworthiness, and honesty have been the cornerstone of our learning, growth, and journey. I couldn't have asked for a better teacher to walk alongside me on this path of discovery and healing. While I'm still not entirely confident in my ability to be a facilitator, I'm learning to trust myself more each day. With each small step, I'm gaining confidence that I can lead and facilitate a constellation for a client. It's a journey of growth and self-discovery that I'm grateful to be on, knowing that I have the support and guidance of Hemla and my community every step of the way.

Disclaimer: I got a free color therapy reading at a free art event (Color Party) at the San Jose…read moreInstitute of Contemporary Art. And even though it wasn't a full one hour session. It was very helpful. I've never done color therapy before, didn't know what it was, or what to expect even. And I grabbed fives and it told her a lot of the things I was dealing and feeling with. And I was dealing with deep anxieties that I didn't tell anyone about. That whole past week.. I couldn't sleep or if I did: it was never well and I would just get nightmares. And everything wasn't 'new' that we talked about and something I didn't even realize. And Hemla gave me a deeper insight about things. And in the end gave me a new piece of solution that I could never have come up on my own and it definitely will be a game changer in my life. She has skill and a lot to offer with her services. And it is something that I hope to do again in the future. - P.S. I'm glad I did this.. but I felt so bad for unloading so many things especially at a free event. I wasn't expecting anything or knew what to expect. But thank you so much to Hemla, she was wonderful.

This retreat exceeded my expectations!!!…read more After falling into a serious illness that left me stuck to my bed earlier on 2018. I decided I would look into a retreat and get away as far as I could. As I was searching I found this wonderful woman Salila, whom posted a brief description about her services and different retreats. I knew right then that I should contact her. Our first scheduled call I realized that this retreat was nothing like a regular get away. I instantly felt her genuine heart to help. She is very familiar with retreats and doctors and she was able to matched my needs to the perfect doctor and retreat. Salila also helped me get in contact with Dr. Devraj via video chats on multiple occasions. With his advice I was able to ease my conditions at home since my conditions was worsening and doctors still till this day do not know what I had. In the beginning I was super excited , and at the same time didn't have any idea how I would come up with the travel expenses since I had been out of work for a while and Salila help me to figure out my money situation. She made sure she checked up on me as often as she could with helpful advice. On top of all this Salila took care my flight and booked the air tickets for me so I wouldn't go through the hassle. She also walked me through the visa process, and she scheduled someone to pick me up and drop me off at the airport. Weeks before leaving, I talked to Salila about a friend who was in New Delhi and how I wanted to visit them before leaving back home . She was able to switch out my tickets to include New Delhi and also gave me some important advice about traveling to New Delhi. If this wasn't enough , throughout my 28 days stay at Sitaram Beach Retreat she texted me to make sure all my needs and concerns were met by staff and the doctors. I cannot thank Salila enough for going out of her way and beyond to make my stay as special as it was. I really got a sense of peace and I also want to thank every one who works at Sitaram retreat for making my stay so much better. Words can only express so much which is why I'm leaving some pictures of this awesome retreat here for who ever is inspired to take some well deserved time for self care level 50! It's been 3 months since, and my health is back on track. I would do this all over again through Salila. I recommend Salila to book any flights and retreats to anyone that wants to have a beautiful experience Contact her ASAP

Pancha..what??? Salila and AYURGAMAYA ... the perfect…read moreanswer for a much needed reboot, reset, in my life. Feeling physically and mentally sluggish, foggy brain so to speak. "...if I could just be taken care of for a couple of weeks...unplug, no one to answer to, focus on my inner self to re-balance my body and my mind......." AND enjoy an incredibly interesting part of the world ??? Salila was stellar in organizing a 2 week ayurvedic retreat and beyond. Totally safe, seamless ( stress free) and enjoyable !!!!! First, her close connection with Dr. Vignesh Devraj, the ayurvedic trained doctor at Sitaram , made it possible to have a one-on-one Skype conversation to get first-hand information about Ayurvedic treatments, what to expect, any concerns...so easy to talk to, so knowledgeable. Being trained in clinical pharmacy, everything made perfect sense to me. Next...the magical 2 weeks at Sitaram Ayurvedic Retreat began..with herbal hot oil massages every day, special herbal drinks for immunity boosts, meals to die for, specifically geared for each individual per their treatment regimen....and as I had dreamed of...nothing to do but rest, walk on the beach, do yoga, meditate.....( yes, they have internet..but, really,... UNPLUG..its worth it) After the retreat the journey was SEAMLESS. Salila arranged for transportation, drivers who were great guides with local information and found us AWESOME Homestays (per our request) , cozy, friendly, with fantastic food (instead of high cost hotels ) throughout the rest of the trip. Met incredible locals who treated us like friends, experienced genuine local life feeling completely safe and at ease. I would do it again in a heartbeat!!!!

I have been coming to Ananda Tenple for more than a year, and I found all what I need for my…read morespiritual growth. Classes , satsang support in my journey , meditations and friends. The Sunday service is very inspirational with music , readings, short meditation and very meaningful sermon . I highly recommend for everyone , starters in the yoga path as well for more advanced practitioners. Love , peace and friendship is the fragrance in this holy temple .

The Ananda Teaching Centers in Santa Cruz County were my spiritual home for decades. That all…read morechanged in September 2020 for obvious reasons. As sad as it was to lose my local Ananda community, I had the chance to move to the Ananda Community in Mountain View and become part of the most dynamic, centered, compassionate, self-aware group of people I have ever known. I love the opportunities to be of service to others as they find their spiritual path. The Ananda Temple is not really the physical structure on the corner of El Camino and College. The congregation of Truth seekers who come together to serve, meditate, practice yoga, and have fun...those people are the true Ananda Temple. I love the diversity. I love Sunday Services. I love the yoga classes. I love the classes on how to be happy in a chaotic world. I love being in a space with others where I can close my eyes, be still, and feel the presences of the Divine in me and all around.

Dada is a really insightful guy and genuinely cares for his students and his practice - I'd…read morerecommend him if you are looking to learn through meditation!

I have not visited the center in Los Altos yet but I have been following his work, reading his book…read moreand I recently met him and have been getting to know him. I am very impressed with Dada Nabhaniilananda and all he does, I look forward to visiting him at his center!

I am relatively new to working out - 17 weeks of consistent exercise and still going strong! Let's…read morejust say I am on the large size, and I don't always feel comfortable dealing with fitness people, but this has not been the case at all with FIT. I am working remotely with their trainer Jeff. With a relatively small investment I have all of the equipment I need to transform my family room into a workout space each morning. I work out through face time with 3 other women, each of whom are in much better shape than I am. Jeff tailors a program for each of us, so that we are doing similar exercises at the same time fitting each of our needs. He has been particularly good at helping me find ways to continue to work out despite some knee issues. He is amazingly responsive. What I'm enjoying most is the balance in the workouts between strength training and cardio. By the end of every workout I really feel a sense of accomplishment and have worked up a good sweat. I feel that great feeling of having worked hard and accomplished something, but I don't feel so exhausted the rest of the day that my day is shot. I feel revved up rather than beaten down. If your looking for a way to workout from your home, I would give FIT a call. I find the cost reasonable. You don't need your own home gym just some weights, an adjustable weight kettle ball and a mat will get you started. I highly recommend.

Unparalleled expertise and a great atmosphere. Started going here in need of help stabilizing my…read morejoints after my second kid - they have slowly rebuilt me and I am so grateful to be able to start trying the activities that I was sorely (haha) missing!