Looking for lunchtime meditation in the FiDi? This is it. All meditation at WITHIN is lead, and the teachers vary quite a bit in their style. Still, I'm always glad I've gone when I walk out of there. Devon is my preferred teacher by a mile. Classes appear to be made up of folks who are relatively new to mediation, and in need of a break from their office jobs, with the occasional serious devotee thrown in the mix. You don't need to bring anything, or wear anything special. Just show up. read more

Love, love, love WITHIN Meditation! I come here through Satori Yoga Studio - I bought an "Urban Yogi" package ($69/month) that includes 4 classes/month and unlimited meditation. Funnily enough, I ended up using the meditation way more than the yoga - because it helped me so much! Meditation is guided (though there are silent classes as well), and instructors vary in their style. Devon seems to be the most popular, but the others are great also - I've never had a bad experience. I regularly try to go to sessions with Renee on Thursday afternoon, where she offers a special, personal element I haven't felt elsewhere. I've tried meditation on my own and nothing seemed to "click" until WITHIN - the supportive instructors (and fellow students) makes a HUGE difference. Before and after each class, we talk about our practice and the reasons we're in the class. People come for all sorts of reasons - work anxiety, stress around having a baby, looking for clarity on major life decisions. There's no pressure to share (as a Yelper, you may guess I'm one of the more vocal ones), but sharing is a key element that makes WITHIN so valuable to me - Devon once tailored a class to me because I was the only one who shared about having work anxiety! Renee has chatted with me after class about work, relationships, and meditation - and has become a key voice in my life. I feel very fortunate that I found WITHIN. In hectic San Francisco, it's often difficult to find a healing place of refuge. I highly recommend it! read more

I loved our meditation session! I booked Devon for my team's wellness week. We hosted a meditation session to start our week off and there were many of us who had never done meditation. It was incredibly soothing, calming and quite an experience that felt like a warm hug in a world where a lot feels like it's going wrong. Her voice was incredibly soothing. I was filled with gratitude and peace. Don't hesitate to book her. read more

**MUCH NEEDED** I struggle every day to live in the present. I'm either dwelling on the past or planning for the future. Through guided meditation at WITHIN Meditation, WITHIN Meditation gives me the opportunity to just be present. I could not think of a better way to start my day. I leave feeling clear headed, focused, and appreciative. The studio is clean and inviting. And they provide tea!! Will definitely continue to be a member here. read more

Can't even begin to describe how happy I am that Within has a studio space now! I had been consistently attending the pop-up events after a friend had convinced me to go with her and now I'm hooked. I'm a mediation newb and was so intimidated by it before. But Within has been incredible for my practice. Please add more days and session times! It's the best way to start my day. read more

I have been looking for a consistent meditation practice in SF, and I'm so glad I found WITHIN! The vibe is incredibly welcoming and suited for all experience levels. Hannah and Megan go a great job setting the tone and guiding you through. The meditation practice has helped me focus in other areas of my life too. The value of staying present in the moment can be applied to work, relationships, pretty much everything. It's also a great setting to meet and connect with people on a deep level. Highly recommended! read more

I started coming to WITHIN back in August 2017 with no meditation experience. I wanted to do something to combat the stress that comes from the urban environment--and daily life! I did not expect meditation to be a cure-all but since starting my practice, I have been amazed at the outcome: patience and calm that allows me to live a better life. I really credit the instructors at WITHIN for giving students plenty of tools to continue working on their practice of meditation and to be able to carry that outside of the studio. The group meditation setting allows for an environment of encouragement and connection with others who work/live in San Francisco and are trying to navigate and deal with what bombards us all day, every day. Hannah, the founder, has been especially helpful both in the sessions that she leads, as well as her overall approach to making people of all levels feel welcome when they sit down to meditate. There is time to ask questions and discuss the experience at the end of the 30 minute session, which can also generate some good ideas and connection with those you have just meditated with. Each instructors style is unique, so those who want to come in to practice can certainly find what works for them. There are plenty of class times to choose from Monday - Friday, and the convenience of their location on Sutter Street can't be beat! read more

You cannot get a better guided meditation experience anywhere in Bay Area. I came to Hannah and Megan at WITHIN Meditation as a novice and have become a more focused, relaxed individual. Highly recommend!! read more

Megan and Hannah are so friendly! I am new to meditation, so they were great at guiding me through it. It's nice to go in-person vs. Headspace app, so that I can focus and commit to the practice. read more

Personally, I have difficulty with meditation. it's generally hard for me to quiet my mind and stop thinking about other things like what's on my To Do list, especially if I'm trying to do it on my own. As such, the meditation practices at WITHIN are helpful for me. They're all-levels so I don't really feel intimidated by the regular students (who, by the way, are all super friendly). Plus, Hannah is a patient and soft-spoken teacher and she makes it easy to settle in. The space is in a yoga studio downtown, which has a relaxing vibe - although sometimes the traffic from outside can become distracting. Definitely recommend the practices here if you're interested in continuing your meditation practice or are interested in starting out. read more

I was first introduced to meditation in September when I purchased an introductory package from Satori Yoga Studio which included 3 classes of either yoga or meditation or both. I chose to try both. Hannah Knapp, co-founder of Within Meditation, was my meditation instructor. It was a 30-minute guided meditation class. At first, I was very reluctant to participate as I honestly did not previously believe in the benefits of "sitting in silence" with a group of people and an instructor whom I just met. Hannah was amazing. I found her to be very kind and knowledgeable. She made me feel immediately at ease and was very encouraging. At a time when I was experiencing overwhelming change and conflicting personal and professional priorities which led to frequent nights of insomnia, I turned to seek help through meditation and yoga to take better care of myself-- for the sake of myself, my family and all who I encounter in my life. Since my first meditation class through Within Meditation and yoga class, both classes held at the Satori Yoga Studio ideally located in the heart of San Francisco's financial district, I began attending meditation classes four days a week and yoga classes three times a week. In October, I was further inspired to participate in the Mindfulstart Meditation challenge which was a four- week meditation commitment challenge. What started out as a challenge has evolved into my own daily meditation practice, both in class and through an on-line application called Aura. It's been over two months now and I've made some very profound changes in my life. I'm so much calmer and focused, have discovered more clarity in my life, feel so much healthier, sleep more peacefully, and overall very happy and grateful each and every day. Thank you to the amazing staff at Within Meditation (Hannah Knapp and her team - Devon, Hailey, Natasha, Adam, Nathan, Landra, and others I may have missed mentioning) and Andrea Stern's staff and team of yoga instructors (a special thank you to Kim (Yin Yoga) and Raquel (Gentle Yoga) at Satori Yoga Studio. I highly recommend everyone to join this studio for both meditation and yoga and give yourself the wonderful gift that both Within Meditation and Satori Yoga Studio have given to me. Cynthia E. read more

Within is the perfect place for anyone curious about guided meditation. I had never participated in a group meditation session until I walked in on Hannah and Megan's class. I came away refreshed in mind, body and spirit. Hannah is a compassionate guide who gives gentle, helpful direction. She and Megan have established a very welcoming atmosphere, non-secular and non-doctrinal. Each class has a relaxing rhythm. Tea is available to sip before class while Hannah and Megan chat with students. With Hannah's guidance, the class sits still, eyes closed and in silence, for about 20 minutes. After the silent period, Hannah asks the class to reflect on their experiences; students can participate as much or as little as they like. It's amazing the insights that arise following a period of silence. I'm not one to write a bunch of Yelp reviews but I'm very grateful to Hannah and Megan. I cannot recommend Within highly enough. read more

I was a little skeptical about paying for a meditation class, but a friend talked me into this and I'm so glad I found Within! Hannah and Megan are so welcoming and patient with all my questions as I am fairly new to meditation. I also really enjoyed the other people I've met in this community. This is a great way to start off your work day or wrap it up in the evenings. Super excited to see them growing and offering more class times. read more

Meditation is rarely easy, but Hannah's voice and guidance have helped me find my presence. Highly recommend to anyone that wants to start their day on the right tone. read more

I'm relatively new to meditation, and have only attend 2 of WITHIN's sessions (so I don't have a huge frame of reference), but I had really lovely experiences both times. I know Hannah from way back, and I found her to be a delightful guide. The space that she and Megan create is open and thoughtful and warm - I felt very well taken care of and comfortable. If you're interested in dipping your toe in the waters of meditation, I cannot recommend WITHIN highly enough! I'm hoping to go more in the future as they expand their class times (getting to the fidi in the morning is a struggle for me). read more

Yoga was always my form of meditation, siting in silence always felt intimidating or silly to me as I struggled to quiet my thoughts and never ending todo list. After a friend brought me to WITHIN's Project Meditate pop up events my views totally changed. Hannah and Megan made me feel immediately welcome and at ease. Hannah does a great job at guiding and setting the tone for the newest members and for those who practice daily. WITHIN has not only changed my views on meditation but has helped me change how I think and operate outside of the studio. So excited for the new space! Because hey, meditation is cheaper than therapy and we all need a good therapy sess sometimes! read more

I'm pretty new to a meditation practice and I found this class amazing! I started my meditation practice via guided meditations so this was a perfect fit. I think this is a great setting for someone new or experienced in meditation. It's a welcoming, warm, and safe space and Hannah is amazing guide. I met incredible people the first time I went and I'll def back. Thank you to Megan for bringing me in and getting me hooked! The city needs places like this!! read more

WITHIN Meditation provides everything you need in a simple and convenient manner. From the tea before and after meditation, to the comfortable cushions to sit on (and how to sit on them so your legs don't fall asleep) I felt very taken care of. The location is right downtown making it easy to go to before work or starting the day. Thanks WITHIN! read more

My experience with Project Meditate was nothing short of awesome. Never before have I been greeted at an event with such genuine hospitality, and a bottle of kombucha to boot! I've been meditating for some years now, and don't typically prefer to have my seated practice guided. But I was really impressed with Hannah's grounding voice and warm presence, as she lead a wonderful meditation for the group. Overall take-away: the warmth of the community was contagious, and good vibes were abundant. I haven't been to their new location on Sansome (yet!), but I foresee WITHIN shaping the culture of mindfulness in the years to come with their new space. read more

Visiting the city to start the new year right & on a whim came across WITHIN. Being at the intersection of Balance & Jackson we knew we were right where we needed to be. Serendipitously, we were the first class at The Vault location & had Chris leading our session. Chris is warm, genuine, and led an invigorating meditation. Everyone from Megan, Chris, and our session partners were nothing but welcoming and kind. Definitely a place to check out! read more

I wasn't sure how I'd feel about group meditation, but I'm really glad I tried it out! The environment/location were great, and the instructor was incredible! Definitely a powerful way to begin or break up your day. read more

Hannah and Megan have created such a warm and welcoming space at WITHIN Meditation. I find it difficult to meditate on my own - meditating in community with Hannah's guidance makes the experience so much easier and rewarding for me. I have truly enjoyed meeting the folks who are part of this community. I highly recommend WITHIN Meditation. read more