Yoga with Alice really is as good as it gets. She gives students individual attention to help them…read morealign properly, even in large class settings. She focuses just as much on strengthening as flexibility and my strength has increased exponentially since I've started attending her classes regularly. In her private sessions she assesses your body to help you learn how to use it better on an everyday basis. She shows you what exercises are most important for alleviating nagging pains or preventing them. As a massage therapist, I use my body for work, and I am susceptible to injury. I credit Alice and the combination of stretching and strengthening in her classes to keeping me injury free! She's that good!

My favorite yoga teacher!! She teaches Anusara with passion, cheer, and infectious energy. Her…read moreteaching style ranges from heartfelt to playful. She challenges her students while keeping the class accessible and welcoming to all ability levels. She always begins class with a lesson or something to meditate on during our practice. She uses metaphor very well. I love going to Alice's classes. She focuses on alignment, heart opening and living in our bodies.

One of the best things I've done recently has been to attend yoga classes at Anahata Yoga in…read moreFelton, CA. Started going regularly for fitness, discovered all that and more, community of wonderful people, elevated sense of health, wellness and balance, place where I can challenge myself and do things I didn't think I would be able to do. The teachers are incredibly knowledgeable and supportive. Can't say enough about what a wonderful place this is, positive energy and fun vibe inside this studio.

It's taken me a year to write this. I wanted it to come from the right place in my heart. I've…read moresince realized my experience wasn't unique, and I want other students to have a clearer picture before they invest their time and money. I came to this studio two years ago on a travel assignment and loved the area enough to stay. I was already partway through a certified teacher training back home but wasn't returning. When I met the owner, I shared my dream of starting a nonprofit teaching yoga to underserved children. She told me she supported the vision and that I could eventually use her space. I enrolled in her teacher training and began preparing to assist at a retreat in Mexico. In the weeks before we left, I noticed things that gave me pause. I watched her dismiss a student who volunteered to help at a booth, body-shame one student, mock another student's eating, and make a point of excluding people she didn't like. I also saw her heavily intoxicated at the studio's anniversary party. I told myself everyone has difficult seasons. The retreat changed my perspective. The price didn't match the accommodations. We raised concerns about the conditions, including maggots and barely any running water in my room, and were essentially told that this was to be expected "in the jungle." I've traveled to genuinely under-resourced places before. My concern wasn't rustic conditions. It was the gap between what we paid for and what was delivered. The moment that stayed with me most happened privately after we'd all parted ways for the evening. I had briefly stopped to speak with an elderly maintenance worker because I needed a lighter for a candle. She saw me, pulled me aside, and became visibly upset. She told me my behavior was embarrassing, that she wasn't sure she could trust me to lead retreats one day, and repeatedly called me "weird." I apologized and tried to leave the conversation, but it continued. I eventually asked her to stop because I felt I was being unfairly attacked. I returned to my room and cried, not because I believed the criticism was fair, but because I realized the person I had trusted with my dream wasn't who I thought she was. On another occasion, in front of other members, she referred to me as "an alien." Looking back at who she tended to single out, it often felt like confidence or simply being comfortable with yourself was treated as something to be corrected rather than encouraged. I lead a large healthcare team professionally. Being told I lacked the judgment to lead people was disorienting, and in retrospect I believe it reflected more about her than it did about me. I completed the program because I didn't want to risk losing the time and money I'd already invested, and I convinced myself it had simply been one bad night. Looking back, though, I'd already seen similar patterns directed toward other students. Since graduating, I've heard from multiple former students who described similar experiences. Favoritism toward some students, harsh treatment of others, and little accountability when concerns were raised. Some people quietly disappeared from the program, and I never asked why. I understand that much more clearly now. One of the hardest parts to reconcile is that I was one of the favorites until I wasn't. Being on the receiving end of encouragement made it difficult to recognize the unhealthy dynamics. It wasn't until my standing changed that I experienced the same criticism, exclusion, and dismissiveness that I had watched happen to others. Future students should also know that much of our course material appeared to be straight ChatGPT output, including errors. We were told corrected versions would come later, but we would have to pay extra because "paper and ink are expensive." That meant paying again for revised materials. A practical note for anyone considering the teacher training. I didn't discover until after graduating that the program is not Yoga Alliance certified, despite costing as much as, or more than, many certified programs. Altogether, I spent about $10,000 at Anahata. If you teach there afterward, you're paid roughly $25 a class while also paying your full membership. It's worth doing that math before committing. Because the certification isn't Yoga Alliance recognized, your opportunities to teach elsewhere may be more limited than you expect. I encourage prospective students to verify the program's certification status for themselves before enrolling. I fell out of love with yoga after this experience. I put my nonprofit on hold and eventually joined an existing one so I could continue serving the community in a different way. I never received an apology, and I no longer expect one. I'm writing this because people considering this studio deserve enough information to make an informed decision. In the end, this program taught me more about unhealthy group dynamics, boundaries, and my own naivety than it did about yoga.

There are so many exceptional things I could say about this business, and the most important for me…read moreis the person who owns and runs it... Ayelet. As exercise goes some of us are challenged and others just do it. Ayelet manages each of us knowing our strengths and weaknesses. She is always enthusiastic and realistic at the same time. I look forward to going to class each time and wonder where the time went when she says "well... that's it ladies (and sometimes men) , have a wonderful rest of your day.

I can't believe I haven't written a review for Ayelet Pilates! Ayelet, the owner and very…read moreknowledgeable instructor, makes each class unique and challenging. I have been a member of her studio for over a year and look forward to each class. I go three times a week! Ayelet takes the time to know each of her students and fine tunes movements for any special needs. Ayelet brings high energy and care to her classes, and you leave each class feeling energized and well-taught. I highly recommend Ayelet and her wonderful, bright, and engaging studio to anyone seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Pilates instructor.

This studio is amazing!…read more It offers small, intimate classes which allows for each and every individual to have the attention of the instructor. Since I am new, I need a lot of pointers and adjustments so this is perfect for me! If you're looking for a class that is effective but fun, take Aubrie's classes! Personally, my favorite way to start my day is at her 7am class as it gets my body moving and my mood right.

As a newbie to Pilates, Coastline is the ideal studio to learn at. I don't think I will ever make…read morethe switch to a larger studio after experiencing the luxury of Coastline. The intimate studio setting and small class sizes (a maximum of 6 people) ensure that every student gets the attention, instruction, and modification they need. The cozy atmosphere and small group dynamic make each session feel welcoming and truly personal. It's more like a little community than just a workout class. The location is another huge plus. It's easy to find, has convenient on-site parking, and is situated at the start of the Westside, meaning you don't have to battle heavy traffic to get there. Everything about the studio, from the beautiful wood floors and reformers to the perfectly situated windows that let in the natural sunlight, feels thoughtfully designed to make the experience as enjoyable as possible. I usually take Aubrey's class, and I absolutely love it. She has a gift for making Pilates fun, always bringing laughter into the room and creating a lighthearted environment while also ensuring that students are getting a great workout. She always has something funny or profound to say, which we then spend the rest of the class laughing about. The most recent Aubrey-ism is that "Nobody is a winner". It's funny, yet profound. There's something so energizing about starting my Friday morning with a 7 am class full of movement and genuine joy. I've taken exercise classes in the past where no one speaks, and the energy feels stiff, but Aubrey's classes are the complete opposite. Abigail's classes are also fantastic, and her expertise in Pilates shows. My personal favorite classes are the Wednesday and Friday 7 am classes, though getting a spot feels like competing in the Hunger Games! I would love to see more early-morning options on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays to make it easier to get in. If you're thinking about trying a 7 am class, I highly recommend booking well in advance.

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I took my first class here and Taryn was awesome! Very upbeat and challenging. Hope they will open…read moreeven more class times

Fun, friendly and experienced.... Did I mention fun? Nestled…read morebeneath the beautiful redwoods in Ben Lomond, this charming little studio is such a gem. From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed with warm, positive energy. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and make every class enjoyable. New to yoga or looking for a class that will challenge you, there's something for every level. And if you're perfect evening, sounds like winding down and recharging, don't miss the candlelight yoga class-it's the most peaceful way to end your evening. This place has become one of my favorite happy places! Highly recommend!

This is such a beautiful and affordable yoga studio. Their classes and instructors are all sweetly…read moredifferent yet share the same core value that this is YOUR yoga practice. If you're looking for a balance of sacred and silly yoga this might be the place for you. ‍

Maureen is passionate about her work as a nutritionist & it shows though in her caring dedication…read more Maureen helped me get to the bottom of some major endocrine and digestive issues that had been daunting me for almost 15 years. Maureen's therapy gets at the WHOLE picture, bringing the body into balance from the inside out. I've tried many alternative and conventional therapies over the years and I've gotten the best results from Maureen's therapy. After an unsuccessful brain surgery, bad reactions to countless prescription drugs & many limiting food allergies. Maureen's caring listening ear and insight into the complex inner workings of the human body is helping me make the changes I need to be back to health. Many times when I was at my worst points towards the last 2-3 years of the 15 year journey to wellness. Maureen kept telling me I had a leaky gut & I was in denial thinking it couldn't be the cause of such a serious medical problem like a brain tumor!! How could fixing my digestive tract health cure my pituitary brain tumor? But it is! I finally gave in when both my digestive & hormonal symptoms were limiting my enjoyment of life on a daily basis. I was no longer able to exercise with ease (I am very athletic), all of my body ached, I had multiple injuries, fatigue, mental fogginess & weight gain (among many other frustrating symptoms) from lack of proper vitamins and correct hormonal balance in my body. My life was affected negatively every day in my both my personal & professional life. I was depressed. I felt like my life force had been ripped out of me. My once vivacious and positive spirit was just hanging in there to make it through every day....wondering when and how I could ever feel healthy again. I'm not kidding- It was that bad! I had tried homeopathy, naturalistic, acupuncture, energy work & cranial sacral from some of the most well known practitioners in their field. My GP and specialist doctors never had even close to the knowledge of nutrition and in depth blood work results that Maureen did. When they told me my blood work was good, Maureen always had a different take on the blood work I had done and often was able to pick out some minute detail that clued her off that I was deficient in some nutrient or vitamin that the other doctors just weren't clue into. In this sense Maureen is an incredible valuable resource. When I started taking the supplements Maureen recommended me (based off blood work deficiencies she noticed) in conjunction with my other naturalistic medicine I started to notice a drastic change in my health and vitality. Maureen is helping me to rebuild my body and give it what it needs. She sees how everything is interconnected- rather than treating the symptoms, she gets to the route of the cause and offers me practical ways to fix it in a way that fits with my lifestyle. I am beyond grateful for what Maureen is guiding me through & I highly recommend her as the most talented, smart, trustworthy and intuitive health care worker you could find! Maureen has also been very supportive of combining her treatments with that of other therapies and offering advice as to which treatments would be helpful (if I am in doubt). I trust Maureen more than any health care practitioner I work with now, and I run everything buy her from my other doctors before I do it. I cannot say enough good about Maureen; she has restored my faith that the human body (especially my own) is capable of healing anything!

Maureen's knowledge base, genuine care for the health of others, and her professional yet fun…read moredemeanor has made her the perfect person to help me explore my health concerns. She brought enthusiasm and a real sense of curiosity to our meetings. Maureen dons the inspector hat when exploring a client's issues - because that's what a good nutritional practitioner does! Maureen recently helped me investigate my food intake and led me through my first ever sugar detox & elimination diet. She was a constant & great coach, consistently supporting me and her other clients in the group. When I was having the toughest of days and wanted to quit Maureen stayed strong for me; she would challenge me in constructive ways to remember my goals and my 'why' behind what I was doing. I needed that support and it worked! I successfully completed the detox and learned so much about sugar intake and how that was affecting my gut, my skin, even my attitude and my energy levels! If Maureen doesn't know the answer to something she'll tell you that straight up then eagerly put in the time to research the answer and follow up with you. Maureen practices what she preaches in her own life and is so down to earth. She will empathize and does not take a directive or dogmatic approach to nutrition. Maureen will treat you as the unique, amazing individual you are; she will NOT cast judgement and she WILL actively care about helping you to reach your health goals. I highly recommend Maureen and Flourish to support you through your health journey!

We were staying near Ann's studio in Santa Cruz and made a last minute reservation for a private…read moresession. She was so great with my 8 year old daughter explaining things and correcting positions as we went along. I really liked her balance of the physical and spiritual side of yoga. Having spent a honeymoon in Bali the ambiance of the property was a real treat. We look forward to revisiting her when in the area.

Ann is the best ! We are fortunate to have someone of this high caliber right here in Santa Cruz. I…read morereally like the small class size since I get lots of personal attention and modifications of the poses to help with my recent knee surgery. Ann is very warm, kind, and caring and this shows through in her instruction and classes. Ann has been a top notch yoga instructor for decades and has focused solely on yoga, even traveling abroad for yoga every year. Ann's experience and reputation draw great students to her class that encourage and help each other. Ann also shares her vast knowledge of yoga and its history and tidbits during class to give context to the poses and why we do them. Ann constantly checks to make sure that you are doing the poses safely so you won't get injured. She is very detailed in her directions and comes over and uses her hands and feet to adjust you. You can't get that kind of hands on instruction these days. I'm amazed at the progress I have made with Ann by attending her classes once a week for the last few years. I highly recommend her classes and have heard great things about her yearly trip to Bali with her students. I've even started attending classes twice a week now. Lilly