I did my certified yoga teacher training here and I've been teaching in SB and Goleta ever since!…read moreIt was one of the best experiences of my life. The training is cozy and intimate, you get a lot of personalized attention, and there is a super supportive vibe. They serve really yummy, healthy snacks & tea too which I loved- I am a total foodie- I even learned how to make some of these recipes from the owner Sue Anne. Both Sue Anne and her husband Jim have mentored and guided me ever since. They helped me get teaching positions literally as soon as I graduated the training. I would highly recommend their training and coming to classes at their studio!

I obtained my basic yoga certification from Let it Go Yoga, and it was…read morea wonderful experience. Sue Anne and Jim Parsons have probably trained more than half the yoga instructors in town. They are totally supportive and encouraging, attentive to individuals, relaxed yet very professional. Highly recommend their teaching.

This is a wonderful studio, and I'm so happy that I found it. While I am very active (running,…read moreskiing), I really felt like I could stand to improve my core strength. I've never enjoyed yoga, so I thought I would give Pilates a try. As someone who has never been particularly flexible, though, I'll admit that I was a little nervous. I booked my first private appointment to learn the ropes, and I had a wonderful experience. Andrea is a great instructor-- encouraging and helpful. She knows just when to push me, and she makes adjustments to ensure that I'm not cheating on the reformer (I have one side that is stronger than the other, and she keeps a close eye on my form). I'm totally hooked now-- I've been doing private seasons twice a week for two months, and I've even been in for a group session that I also loved (Kristine is also a fantastic instructor). The studio is clean, spacious, and bright (lots of natural light, which I love). Even in a group setting you don't feel like you are on top of anyone else, and if you have a private session booked while there are other sessions in progress there are two private rooms. The equipment is clean and in great shape, and everyone is very friendly and welcoming (regardless of your ability). I'm just so pleased that I found this gem so close to home!

A terrific Pilates studio. Big and airy with great equipment and top notch instructors.read more

I recently visited Los Olivos and took a Pilates class at Amor Fati. Carly lead such an amazing…read moreclass! The studio has such great energy and I can't wait to come back every time I visit. If you get the chance to take a class, DO IT! You will not regret it.

Had a wonderful Pilates class with owner, Carly. The Studio is so charming and clean and spacious…read more You can tell Carly has been in the business for 10 years and is passionate with what she does. Bonus there is a cute little retail section as well.

I started training with Rita right before getting pregnant with my first child, and credit her with…read morekeeping me strong AND sane all the way through my pregnancy. Thanks to her teaching me how to consciously manage and strengthen my body and improve my posture, I managed to avoid all the usual pregnancy aches and back pain and was in such great shape I was up and active the day after giving birth and recovered faster than any of the other moms in my baby group. Since then she's helped me through a second pregnancy and a serious ankle injury. Unlike the other studios and trainers I'd been to before, Rita really focuses on you learning proper form so you don't get injured, and in fact she did an amazing job helping me recover when I was injured elsewhere. I love her no-nonsense attitude and great sense of humor, and I have learned a ton from her - she's truly an amazing trainer and I'd recommend her to anyone.

How to describe Monkeytail and Rita? AMAZING. I went in with debilitating shoulder and…read moreglute/hamstring/hip pain on my left side. I had done over a year of physical therapy which resulted in temporary relief. I heard about Rita and her work and figured I had nothing to lose and a lot to gain. She fit me in the same day and did an evaluation. She showed me pictures of my back and spine alignment and explained why my range of motion in my shoulder was limited. (It had been diagnosed as a frozen shoulder.) My alignment was clearly off and impacting my limbs. I did 8 sessions over a 4-6 week period. We worked with yoga straps and blocks and the ball and I learned exercises to help improve my posture. I feel better as a result than I've felt in 18 months and have a new awareness how my alignment affects the rest of my body. Not only do you receive physical training, Rita is positive and uplifting and I received mental health benefits from working with her as well. Don't miss out on the gift you give yourself by training with her.

My husband and I had never done Pilates before and found Beverly on Yelp (where her five-star…read morereviews are absolutely deserved). We started going in September twice a week, and five months later we're still showing up--and the results have honestly surprised us. I'm noticeably stronger in my core and lower back, and both of our postures have improved. As someone focused on building strength and improving overall fitness, Pilates has been a powerful complement to my other workouts. It's strengthened muscles I didn't even realize I was neglecting and has helped me feel more balanced and supported in everything I do. Beverly is incredibly knowledgeable and intuitive. She seems to know exactly what our bodies need each session and thoughtfully blends classical Pilates with reformer, mat work, the Cadillac, and other equipment. Every class feels intentional and tailored. Pilates is hard--but in the best way. For the entire hour, Beverly cheers us on while also carefully correcting our form so we get the maximum benefit. She emphasizes precision and alignment, which makes such a difference. You leave feeling worked, lengthened, and stronger. We go in the mornings, and it has become our favorite way to start the day. Beverly's warm, happy energy turns the session into more than just a workout--it's a full mind-body reset. Her studio, located off Mission Street in a beautifully converted former church, is calm, light-filled, and welcoming. The vibe and lighting truly matter to me, and she has created something really special. And a huge bonus in Santa Barbara -- there's plenty of parking in her private lot, which makes getting to class completely stress-free. We truly can't recommend Beverly enough.

Local engineer to Santa Barbara for about 8 years and decided to give pilates a try. I come from a…read moreweightlifting/boxing background and tend to be more analytical about my movements during training. I found Beverly at her studio, Classical Pilates Studio on Mission St., and her instruction was outstanding. Her sessions made me feel noticeably more sturdy, balanced, and structurally sound. It wasn't just a workout, it felt like building real alignment, control, and stability that carries over into everything else I do. Beverly is precise, attentive, and clearly deeply knowledgeable; you can tell she's teaching true classical Pilates. And the facility and equipment is very clean and tidy. Highly recommend for anyone who is a beginner, trains seriously, and wants something that improves performance, durability, and longevity without unnecessary wear and tear.

I really enjoy the classes and instructors at the studio…read moreFriendly atmosphere, friendly staff. Easy parking and reasonably price for a drop-in.

Very cute & inviting yoga studio. Dropped into a free community class & really loved the flow…read more Actually walked in a few minutes late which feels rude & embarrassing but even though the class was full the instructor kindly waved me in & made room for me. I think the instructor was Krista but not 100% sure... but she was really great though. Also loved the music playlist & whole overall vibe. Excited to return & try more classes whenever I'm in town visiting family. (The studio is located around back not off the main street how it seemed on the map. It was Sunday so everything seemed deserted but then walked around the side & back... there's a parking lot that the studio opens up from.)

The Happy Lotus Lunchtime Meditation held at Santa Barbara Yoga Center (www.sbyc.com) at Noon is a…read morewonderful way for me to put a needed 45-minute pause into the middle of my busy Thursdays. Sitting in a chair or on the floor, Mindy guides the meditation skillfully so I can focus on being present and slow my mind down. This grounding and restful meditative practice, sitting quietly with other people, brings me a sense of peace, quiet, and community. I highly recommend exploring this useful practice to help anyone build the muscle of calm.

I have enjoyed going to Mindy's Meditation Class on Thursdays at 12noon. Mindy practices the…read morebuddhist philosophy. I appreciate that she does a reading and then we meditate on it. We conclude with questions and reflections. Her practice has brought so much more calm and happiness in my life. Ginny

California hot, not Florida swampy. Heat with purpose--designed to deepen the practice, not make…read moreyou survive it. You don't have to worry about sweat flying on you as well - there is plenty of space between the mats.

Power of your Om! Thank you for making me and my stiff one dimensional workout body fall in love…read morewith Yoga , your lovely team and the powerful Power of Your OM yoga studio in Santa Barbara. Dear Adrienne, you are one of the nicest, coolest, most accommodating,solid ( and very flexible- yoga humor ok my attempt at) business owners I have met. You have this beautiful natural way of connecting with all and making this bum who resisted yoga his whole life a raving fan. You welcomed us both so warmly. It is not a surprise that 37 diehard fans showed up for your 6 am class on Wednesday October 8th. You found a way to make us all fit( photo) and ensured every one got a great workout. You remembered both our names a few minutes after meeting us and addressed us in the class. I loved your heart,your honesty and your spunk about how you and your husband moved to Santa Barbara 14 years ago. I loved the real, human and personal communication from the stellar Lindsey, the excellent Emily and the very nice David who really took the time to come by and relate to me as he suggested slight and actually very helpful shifts in my Warrior and Bhujangasan poses( yup my vocabulary increased beautifully). No one treated me like a newbie- they all wanted me to learn the fundamentals the right way. Loved it! LOVED IT!!!! The vibe in the studio be it at 8:15 pm or 6:00 am the next day was LOVE. Power to the Om and yes huge props and 5 stars for " Power of Your Om." Any one and everyone in Santa Barbara, you have got to go to this absolutely tremendous Yoga studio. Can't wait to be back.