After our go-to yoga studio in Portland, Maine, recently closed, my wife and I found ourselves a…read morebit untethered. We decided to turn it into an adventure and have spent the last few months traveling all over New England trying out different studios. Out of everywhere we've been, Metta Yoga stands out. We took a wonderful afternoon class with the owner, Jan, and were so impressed. The space is immaculately clean, the staff and fellow yogis are incredibly welcoming, and the studio has this effortlessly cool, beachy vibe that immediately puts you at ease. It's the kind of community and environment we were looking for. We will absolutely be back!

Everything about the studio is a "10". Owner Jan took our call the night before and from the start…read moreshe was very welcoming and eager to have us join class in the morning with Evelyn. Students in the parking lot, Evelyn at the desk everyone made us feel at home. Class was straight up rock solid bikram 26/2! Please support this studio if you're a local or just passing through, you will only find feel goods!!! . Desert Dragon and Tracy

I have been practicing yoga for over 30 years and have enjoyed many different studios throughout…read morethe country. Never have I appreciated the overall experience as much as I do at Riseilience. From the physical space, the instructors who are deliberate, kind, humble and creative, the attention to detail and the diversity of offerings in terms of class type and timing of classes, it is outstanding. Don't hesitate! I look forward to every single class. Namaste.

As someone who is relatively new to Yoga, I was pleased to find a place that I felt comfortable at…read moreright away. The place is great inside; the decor and and overall feel and it's quite clean! The studio provides blocks, mats, blankets and more. It's in a great downtown trendy location and is pretty easy to get to. The owner who is also a teacher there (Caroline) is so accommodating and nice! You can tell that she truly loves what she does and it's so great to see someone pour their heart and soul into their business. I would recommend this place to anyone (experienced or new to Yoga) who is looking for a great studio!

What gets me through the beginning-of-the-week-blues is Candlelight Flow on Tuesday nights. That,…read moreand Happy Hour Flow on Friday evenings. Oh, and 8am Vinyasa Flow on Saturday mornings. The studio is on the second floor of this old brick building in the trendy part of downtown Haverhill, where parking is ample either on the street or in the back parking lot ($.50/hr during the weekday, free after 8pm and on weekends). There's a really cute lobby area where you can leave your stuff on the benches. There's also a small curtained-off changing area. This might be weird to say, but I was also impressed by how clean and tastefully decorated the bathrooms are. But of course, the most important room is the yoga room, in which the positive and relaxing energy is almost palpable. High ceilings, dark wooden exposed beams, mustard yellow walls, and tall windows that look out onto the Merrimack River. This room beats any dingy gym I have ever taken a yoga class in. There are a ton of classes to choose from throughout the week, and the business operations of this studio run as smooth as butter. Just reserve a spot for a class online and then show up. There are a bunch of different payment and class bundle options available too. The owner, Caroline Giles is so incredibly friendly and encouraging. I also love how there are different classes for all levels of fitness and experience. I just wish classes weren't so pricey, although I think the $10/class cost is pretty average for places around here. I got a LivingSocial deal for 30 classes for $30 and it was the best 3-month break from the gym I have ever taken.

I stumbled upon this beautiful yoga studio while taking a walk in Hampton. I was excited to see…read morethat it was open during the off-season! I went back the next day on Sunday for the 10am vinyasa flow. It was exactly what I needed! Rianna was very friendly. She provided an accessible class that offered much appreciated direction on how to hold the poses, including some personalized tips on how I could better position my body in a couple of poses. She gave options for more challenging options in some poses, which I welcomed. I look forward to going back!!

I was visiting the New England area for work along with a little pleasure and needed my Bikram Yoga…read morefix to escape the cold temps, and was happy to find Bikram Yoga Chelmsford, very near to my friend's house in Lowell, MA and UMass - Lowell. It was easy to find, had plenty of parking and the teachers and students at the studio were very friendly. I went to the Friday afternoon, 4:30PM class with Nancy, and then the Saturday 9:30AM class with Terri. Both teachers were great, but had different styles, which is one of my favorite parts about Bikram...other than the heat. Nancy's dialogue was very positive and encouraging in a slower, more methodical tone. She had many great points and tips while she stood facing the class or demonstrating on the podium. Terri's morning class was very high energy and she really kept the pace going while making her way between the sweaty bodies who all seemed to follow the dialogue in unison - I really appreciated her use of student's names and put in extra effort when she passed by me in a pose! I'll admit, I was a little deflated when I read a few reviews about the studio smell, but frankly, after visiting, I can only assume those reviews were written by people not familiar with a Bikram studio...it smelled fine, and very good when you consider the typical hot yoga studio. You can't have a wood floor in a hot yoga room, people! You sweat too much and there is a danger of slipping if there weren't carpet. The studio lobby was stocked with cold beverages, numerous active wear pieces that were just perfect for the hot and humid yoga room along with mats and insulated water bottles. The studio offered rental yoga mats which were nicely stacked behind the desk along with clean towels which were great for an out-of-towner. On top of the well-kept carpet, and neat and tidy studio changing and bathrooms, I can't say enough about the showers...and the ample supply of hot water!!! As I mentioned, everyone was so friendly, and after chatting with a few ladies in the dressing room, and waiting to take some pics for my review, I found myself 3rd or 4th in line for a shower after class and had resigned to the fact that I'd just quickly rinse off and leave a full shower for later, but to my surprise, they have tankless water heaters that kept the hot water flowing!!!! I have practiced Bikram yoga for over 12 years, and have visited studios in over 20 states so I feel like I have a lot of experience and appreciation for the good and the bad out there. I usually won't review a place unless it's exstremely good or bad, and frankly...I loved this studio and wished I had one like it closer to home! I highly recommend checking it out and to consider yourself lucky if you do live close enough to be a regular. Namaste...

The Vibe is my church--everyone must go. I have always been athletic and active, but after two…read morecesareans just two years apart and with three herniated discs, getting back into fitness required a more thoughtful approach. The Vibe offers heated Pilates classes (along with other types of classes) that have truly changed my life. I am down 80 pounds and have more mobility now than I ever did, even before having kids. When I say The Vibe is my church, I mean it. I am an avid hot Pilates and Tone Strength Cardio attendee. If I miss one of Brooke's classes, I make sure to double up the following week. Brooke pushes muscles I never even knew I had, and after 2.5 years, I am still discovering new ones every session. She is incredibly motivating and constantly reminds me that I'm here for my health and mobility. The mind-body connection from her classes is what will keep me climbing stairs well into my 80s. She incorporates different equipment to target areas I've never worked before, and I *crave* her classes as a way to level up every day! Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or looking for a challenge, Brooke is the coach for you. She will get you where you need to go--and beyond--showing you what you're truly capable of with a variety of dynamic movements. THANK YOU, BROOKE!!!!

Short and simple, I love this place!…read more My Dad had never done yoga before and was really nervous. The studio was offering a special for new members, so we decided to give it a shot, thinking we'd finish it out and move on. The staff creates such a warm and welcome atmosphere no matter what level you are. We are hooked and definitely plan to continue our practice here! I've never seen my Dad so interested in a healthy habit. Thank you!!

Have been going to a number of Yoga classes over the years. Love all the classes and instructors…read moreat Riverside Yoga. I went to "Yoga Basics" class today with Gail which exceeded all my expectations. HIGHLY recommend.

Really awesome place with very nice instructors. Love it and wish I could go more often! Love their…read moreclasses and the way I feel after I've taken one! I have never left there feeling disappointed in anyway, quite the opposite actually. The yoga room is very zen, good sized and good vibe. Tracy, the owner, has achieved a wonderful supportive yogic community where people go to share and grow in their yoga practice. It's awesome!

Terrific studio very near the ocean! Yoga isn't competitive, and this studio offers classes at…read moremany levels. Instructors are real people who listen and are very well prepared. In particular, check out Audrey and Sarah's classes. Only wish is more of their classes were in the evenings.