In Barcelona there are a lot of places for culture, art and the sights, as well as fab wine and…read morefood, but not so many that provide a boutique workout as well as a truly excellent instructor. Studio 180 and the owner, Fiona, provides quality instruction and the quaint, authentic environs of the old city. As I take Pilates back in the States, I signed up to take Studio 180's signature morning Pilates class. There were two other ladies in class with me, one Spanish speaking and the other spoke English. Fiona easily kept both languages up, in a calming but firm voice, and lead us through a vigorous but not painful hour class. The studio is on a quiet street, up a bit of a hill (pre-workout warm up! post workout cool down!), in the safe and mulit-national neighborhood of Poble Sec. It took me just 4 minutes walk up from Av Paralel and the metro stop (purple or green line, exit on the Nou de la Rambla side, near the Apolo). Really liked the tranquil feel of this small, but spacious studio. It could easily fit 8 clients, so as we were 3 it was lots of room to spread out with the props Fiona's classes provide (at no extra charge) for the class. The overall charge is a bargain at 10€ and she has packages. There are other types of classes too, but haven't tried those yet. Definitely my favorite place to workout in Barcelona and have personalized, excellent instruction. TL/dr: fitness classes in a personalized setting at a great price in historic BCN

After 5 weeks of travelling, tons of walking and no pilates classes, my back was starting to ache…read more Yoga Studio Barcelona was the closest to our Airbnb so I booked in. The instructor was great and the style of yoga being instructed was enjoyable, had a great flow and was very soothing as it stretched out my limbs. A couple of negatives to my experience was that the website said first timers only get charged 7 Euro, but when I mentioned this at reception the staff member told me I was incorrect and that it's 14 Euro. I didn't dispute it. The other was that the yoga studio had no air-conditioning and it was the middle of summer! Is it natural style bikram?! Perhaps air-conditioning is not that common in Barcelona, but I struggled in the class's heat as an Australian who is used to warm weather. A tip on finding the business: It's in an office style looking building from the outside, and you have to walk up a few flights of stairs.

What an absolutely WONDERFUL experience here. I was in town for a few weeks and bought a package…read moredeal for individual classes. Couldn't be happier with the level of care and attention that I received from each instructor. Thank you. Seriously. Sometimes, you get lost in the routines of yoga studio that you've never been to, but here, everyone was incredibly kind and attentive. Alexandra's classes were truly perfection-- a great balance between challenging postures, inversions and balances as well as restorative pauses. I was in my first trimester and Alexandra was not only informative, but hands on with adjustments and modifications, explaining thoroughly with each change and this was a regular Hatha class, not a prenatal. It's impressive how much attention she gives to each student and how gracefully she maintains the flow and intensity of the class. Dope!!! What a blessing to have randomly found her classes! Highly, highly recommend. I also went to a few prenatal classes with María and she was wonderful too! I think it was a bit too early for me to be in those classes though, because while incredibly informative, I still didn't have the belly limitations. Great to learn for the future though-- applicable as the belly does grow Clean, spacious studio with natural light. Lockers for your belongings if you'd like (but bring a loose 1 euro to lock the door-- you'll get it back, but you'll need it to lock it up). I didn't use a lock and was totally fine. Great studio!!

So glad we found this place…read more We have been traveling for almost 2 weeks and had done a lot of walking and my friend and I were in great need of massages. I hurt everywhere-I think carrying my big camera was hurting my back. Anyway, I got on Yelp and also online to find a spa or massage place nearby. (Hint-do not google just massage places in Barcelona-you will get places that are not the reputable type places, ew. Make sure you put Spa!). We thought about going to the Hotel W but they were across town and really pricy. We asked our concierge at our hotel (Royal Ramblas) and they suggest Rambla 130 and it was directly across the street! We simply walked over there to make our appointment. It wasn't so easy to find, not a lot of signage, but we had the right address and someone in the building told us it was on the 3rd floor. The nice girl that spoke some english made our reservations and fit us in that afternoon. We were thrilled. They have all kinds of services, several massages incuding reflexology to choose from and also they do facials, manicures, pedicures. The don't have the hot tubs and saunas and that whole experience that full blown spas have (at least I don't think so, I did note someone showering there) but their massage services were really good and we didn't have all day anyway. I was really wanting a deep tissue massage (they called that an "osteo" massage) and my friend wanted a softer massage. The prices were great-the osteo was $60 an hour and a regular massage was $50. The W Hotel was way pricier than that, about 3 times as much. To my disappointment they got us mixed up (I think there was a lack of communication) and I got the softer massage. But maybe it all worked out because my friend ended up needing some more intensity and my person, her name was Ava, did such a great job with me. She did an all over massage, versus just focusing on the hurting areas, so I think we both ended up getting what we needed. I would give Ava 5 stars. My friend had a guy give her massage and I know she was really happy with him too. I wish we had time to try their different services. A pedicure or facial looked so enticing but we were short on time. Loved the atmosphere of the place, modern and calming. Highly recommend and would definitely go again.

From the moment I came into Ramblo 130, all I encountered was friendly and professional staff, I…read morewould recommend this place to anyone looking to unwind.

It was a very Nice class, very thankful I found it. I recommend it while in Barcelona and look…read moreforward to doing classes during my stay.

I go though love/hate phases with Bikram yoga but if you're in Barcelona this is a great option to…read moreget your sweat on. They offer two classes per week in English but I actually prefer the Spanish ones. That repetitive script is less annoying and somehow more suave in Spanish. The space itself is not ideal. It's divided into three sections by partial walls so sometime it feels like the instructor is in another room. I'm not sure but it feels like the heat is less intense than you'll get at a US studio. Don't worry, it's plenty hot. The instructors are lovely and approachable and there are lots of classes to fit your schedule, which bumps this studio up from 3 to 4 stars in my eyes.

I had been doing yoga since about 2008 at different studios in different cities and I never quite…read morefell in love with any certain studio or teachers. I was hesitant to do hot yoga because I was afraid it was like Bikram (same poses, so hot you could actually faint...). Then I found Yogalinda. Three classes at YogaLinda had me further along than years elsewhere. All of their teachers are excellent, fun to follow, encouraging and very knowledgeable. They all know you by name and have an understanding of different needs and levels. I I've taken classes with most of the instructors, each with their own styles and approach, but all of them awesome and I come away feeling rejuvenated and great each time. I enjoy the atmosphere with the variety of music and the teachers actively doing yoga, not only instructing. The studio is beautiful and clean... I can't emphasize enough how important it is to have clean floors!!! The best things: - hard wood floors - it doesn't smell - changing rooms - cubbies with key - completely remodeled interior - awesome instructors - workshops - the classes are about an hour long, and fly by...I feel like I can go on forever - i can already see my body changing (after 1 week of hot yoga) and it feels great ------------------------español------------------- He estado haciendo yoga desde aproximadamente 2008 en diferentes estudios en diferentes ciudades y nunca me enamoré de ningún estudio o profesor . Al principio tenia un poco miedo a hacer hot yoga por que pensaba que iba a ser como Bikram (las mismas poses, tan caliente que no puedes terminar los posiciones sin marearte...). Entonces encontré Yogalinda . Tres clases en Yogalinda me tenían más a avanzada de años en otros lugares. Todos sus profesores son excelentes, divertido a seguir, alentador y muy bien informado. Todos ellos me conoce por nombre y saben que hay diferentes necesidades y niveles. He tomado clases con la mayoría de los instructores , cada uno con su propio estilo y practica , pero todos ellos son impresionantes y vengo sintiéndose rejuvenecido y genial cada clase. Me gusta el ambiente con la variedad de la música y los profesores haciendo las mismas posiciones, no sólo ensañando. El estudio es hermoso y limpio ... No puedo decir lo importante que es tener pisos limpios ! Las mejores cosas : - Pisos de madera - No huele - Vestuarios - Casilleros con llave - Interior completamente remodelada - Instructores increíbles - Talleres - Las clases son de una hora de duración y el tiempo vuele ... Yo siento que puedo seguir para siempre - Ya puedo ver mi cuerpo cambiando ( después de 1 semana de yoga caliente ) y me siento super

What an INCREDIBLE find! I learned more about my practice over one month at Yogalinda than I have…read moreover the last few years practicing in multiple studios here in California. Since this studio is more specifically known for it's teacher training program (which must be awesome considering the quality of it's apprentice teachers), the classes are very small and provide individualized attention to each student. Teachers were warm and caring, eager to teach and absolutely helpful in providing specific modifications and hands-on corrections. Before and after class, instructors were always available for follow up conversations and tips, which is also great. It really was quit impressive to see the level of attention given by each teacher -- even when there was a mix of brand new yogis with teacher-trainers, each student was equally encouraged and helped to reach the fullest of his/ her practice. Several instructors were able to point out the slightest adjustments in my practice and push me beyond what I believed was my limit. Such an amazing experience. They offer classes in both Spanish and English (both in the heated studio and on the beach), but have limited class schedules. While I did not take any of the beach classes, I did get a chance to take several classes with each instructor and ALL were meditative, spiritually engaging and challenging as hell. Really... I am so truly grateful for getting to spend this time in the studio, which allowed me to come home with a newly excited love for yoga and desire to continue growing!

I am disappointed to see so many 3 star reviews, so I will happily add my input…read more I will start by saying I heavily lean toward free weight/body weight training and look for facilities with classes. I did not use much of DiR's equipment besides the treadmill and free weights (I was comfortable with the weight range provided). Highlights of this gym that made me sign up here and not their competitors : - free classes - private "bootcamp" training room - private spin (cycling) room - 2 private yoga/fitness class rooms - boxing area - sauna - steam room and pool - roof top with lounge chairs The private rooms used for classes are available for personal use outside of class hours. This was a huge plus for me, as I really enjoyed the bootcamp room. Large tv screens play continuous workout circuits to follow along. Free weights, a bench and treadmills are provided in the room so there is nothing you need to bring besides your water bottle. Other positives : - clean locker rooms/showers - friendly staff (some speak great English) - reasonably priced membership - large and small towels provided My reason for 4 stars and not 5 is the disappointing pool. There is a small "heated pool" on the lower level which is a little chilly for being heated and is much too small to swim laps. The other DiR locations have lap pools, but I learned the hard way there is an extra cost to use the other DiR facilities. Pool aside, if I were to live in the city again I would gladly continue my DiR membership!

Service: 5/5 Equipment: 3/5…read more I have a love-hate relationship with this gym. People that work here are all genuinely friendly and helpful. No one gets in a way, no one gives you attitude. It feels nice. Where the gym is lacking, however, is in equipment. For a beginner or an intermediate trainee, it's not too bad. You have you standard set of treadmills, machines, some weights, stretching area. For anyone serious about training, the gym is mediocre-ish: - Dumbbells go only up to 38kg (and they have 36kg missing) - Kettlebells selection is pretty limited (there's 2x8kg, 2x12kg, 2x16kg, 20kg, 24kg) - They don't have belt w. chain for weighted pull-ups/dips - The bench press has an awkward height (it's either too high or too low) - There's only 1 squat rack And, of course, this is a standard commercial gym, which means no rings, sleds, prowlers, sprint tracks, ropes, etc. On the plus side, they have foam rollers, few bands, some heavy bags (although no full-height; kicks not allowed) and a standalone pull-up bar with plenty of space on top, where you can do muscle-ups. One more thing -- while the trainers are nice folks, barely anyone is actually competent, so think twice before getting one :/ Things I've seen: coaching someone ridiculously-looking snatch (if you can call it that); telling a client "good job" while she's doing half-good-morning-half-squat with poor form; making someone kick a heavy bag with absolutely atrocious form; making someone half-squat on a bosu ball while holding onto dumbbells; coach improper squat-like swings; etc.

Great instructors and staff. I was a yoga when I walked into the place. And I've been going to…read moreevery class (on Fridays) ever since. The instructor really knows how to get an out of shape beginner, like myself, motivated and feel like I'm actually accomplishing something,

Great yoga place, very economic price - many classes are at 5€…read more Nice vibe from teachers and students. I felt really comfortable taking a class in La Shala and I went back for many more classes since then. Very centric and easy to get to. Recommended!!!