Upstream: A Center for Mindfulness Practice and Holistic Mental Health is the first place in…read moreColumbia to offer the medically proven practice Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). They offer seasonal 8-week class series to teach MBSR to students through the employment of mindfulness practices like breathing exercises, mindful meditation, light yoga and gentle stretching. MBSR helps students manage stress, anxiety, pain, sleep issues and a variety of other mental and physical issues. Students learn MBSR to enhance well-being of both mind and body and to obtain mindfulness, a mental mode of being in the present and at peace with the current moment.

From the owner: Upstream: A Center for Mindfulness Practice and Holistic Mental Health teaches the…read moreMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) skill set in an 8-week class series format, providing students with self-care resources to reduce stress, manage pain and maintain mental and physical wellness. Students of all ability levels meet weekly for two-hour group classes at the Upstream studio in Five Points, across from City Yoga in Columbia, SC. Tools like guided meditation, breathing exercises and gentle movement are employed to help manage a variety of everyday issues including stress, anxiety, worry, sleep-issues, pain and more. The goal: to help busy people relax, manage stress, reduce pain and bring a mindful presence to their daily lives.

Such a lovely, peaceful space to practice yoga, have your nails done, or get a massage. So much…read moremore than a spa or salon or just a yoga studio. It truly is a wellness center - able to meet needs you didn't even realize you had. Tania, the owner and all around glorious gal, has a vibrant, welcoming energy. She is well versed in many healing modalities and has a wealth of life experiences that she's happy to share! Try out the crystal singing bowls meditation- it's my favorite!

This review is for Zen Nail Room inside the wellness center. I live in Aiken and I usually go to an…read moreall natural spa in Augusta. I got stuck in traffic on Pine Log and happened to see a sign for the shop. I'm so happy I decided to make an appointment. Angela took great care of my feet with the Just Breathe pedicure! She started off with an oatmeal milk bath bomb that she makes herself, then a calming soak, nail management, sugar foot scrub, essential oil massage, hot towel, then painting. She hit all of the right pressure points during the foot massage! She had hot tea and lemon water available as well. The ambiance was great...from the calming spa music, the decor, the essential oil humidifier to the super comfy recliner. It is great to have an all natural nail salon closet to home, I will definitely return!

The best yoga studio I've been to. I took a class here with Marsha and she was awesome and very…read moregood at working with beginners (like me)! I especially loved the guided meditation period at the end of class -- very relaxing!

From the owner: Namaste' Yoga offers group lessons to all levels of student. We welcome you to our studio.read more

Lovely assortment of wellness products and a beautiful salt cave. The staff is friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. Book a session in the cave! You will thank yourself for the time well spent.

My children and I enjoyed a salt room session and immediately experienced relief from this pollen…read morelast Spring! We will definitely be back. Learning the history of salt spas was so fascinating. You can tell the owner is passionate about her business. My kids played with the rocks and were definitely relaxed during our session. I also plan to make a solo visit ASAP for their spa day package!

Where do I begin? I have been receiving Reiki sessions for the last several years around my…read morebirthday. This year, I was lead to the Sol Shrine Alchemy where I met Kelly. 2022 was full of loss and instability for me that of course bled over into 2023. I shared with Kelly what I perceived I needed work on. She listened intently and went to work on (actually what my stuck points were) :-). I opted for the 1 hour Reiki/Sound Bowl session. It was life changing. I cannot express in words what I experienced during the session or even what I continue to experience afterward. I can only say that the Universe makes no mistakes and it was time to release all of the stuck energy and pain and receive the new. I am more than grateful that I met Kelly.

From the owner: Sol Shrine Alchemy specializes in the art of transformational healing. We offer reiki, sound…read morehealing, yoga, Thai yoga bodywork and more.

Chloe is intuitive and genuine, welcoming and nurturing. The space is beautiful and magical, I felt…read moreimmediately at home. My questions were clarified and afterwards I enjoyed a singing bowl meditation. This is a great way to recharge, reset and unwind. I immediately treated my friend to services, and she had a very transformative experience as well. Thank you Chloe! I can't wait to see you again and try the guided me

If you have not worked with Chloe then you are absolutely missing out. I drive all the way from…read moreColumbia to work with her. We have worked on everything from energy/chakra work, meditation to readings. She is truly gifted. It goes without fail that I leave feeling rejuvenated and with clear incite after every session!

I went to Pink Lotus specifically for swing yoga (I think they're the only yoga center in the area…read morewith swings). They offer a variety of other classes as well & drop ins are $12. My coworker and I registered online a day before the class ($15) and we're glad we did, the classes fill up quick and 3 people were turned away because they didn't register beforehand - there are only 10 swings (they're in the process of moving to the other end of the mill where it's more peaceful, right now the swing classroom is right across from the restaurant, so it gets pretty loud). Messing with the ZEN!!! Nicole the instructor was very personable, she walked around the room after demonstrating the poses/postures and provided tips and encouragement. I've never done a swing class and felt very comfortable and confident during and after the class (there was a mixed level of yogis in the room - all female, but men are welcome too). I really enjoyed it, my coworker and her husband have already registered for the next upcoming class. If I lived closer to Lexington I'd be a regular. If you want to mix things up and add a little thrill to your yoga routine, try swing yoga at Pink Lotus!

We had 15 friends for aerial yoga. It was a blast! All ages all levels. My friends absolutely loved…read morethe class and our instructors had everyone feeling successful and everyone had a great experience. I highly recommend getting a group together to have such a wonderful experience. Will do again. It was for my 60th birthday and I will always remember it!