I love this yoga studio! I'm fairly new to yoga so I decided to buy their 10 class Groupon. Their…read morewebsite is very clear how to redeem it, just show up for your first class with your Groupon (come 20 min early). Then you will be registered to sign up online which will show how many classes you have remaining and when they expire. I've attended different times by different instructors and everyone has been friendly and helpful. There are usually openings available and a good selection of classes. Most classes aren't over crowded but have a decent amount of people in them. I like that a lot of the classes you don't hold the positions forever because I get bored of a position fast. All classes seem good for beginners and advanced because the teachers provide options throughout for different levels. There's street parking and a parking garage nearby.

Watch out if you're planning to get a Groupon for this place. The customer service sucks and they…read moreonly want your money. I came here after purchasing my first Groupon and I was unsure of whether the 120 day expiration meant that I had 120 days to activate it or 120 days to use up all the classes. I asked Paul and he told me that I would have a year to use up the classes. Several months later, I went back to use up the classes and Karen told me I owed them money if I wanted to take another class, and to take it up with Groupon to get my money back. I explained to her what Paul told me, and she was extremely unfriendly and basically pushed me out of their business. What kind of business doesn't honor what they tell their customers? In terms of yoga classes, they were only okay. I went to my very first yoga class with Paul as the instructor and I had no idea what I was doing. He didn't bother to help me so I felt like I was doing it wrong the whole time. Since then, I've taken better yoga classes where the instructors actually help correct your poses or push you to improve your practice.

I started yoga recently after years of going to the gym, and working with a personal trainer. Yoga…read moreAmong Friends is awesome. I look and feel better than I ever have and it's only been 3 weeks. People are friendly and the instructors are very knowledgeable. They offer different classes for all levels and are very helpful. I have been to both Janice's and Laura Jane's classes as well as some of the other instructors: Candy, Karen and Joyce. Each had her own style but they were good classes. Just find which class works the best for you in terms of style and time offered. There are still other instructors I haven't met. So in terms of classes offered -- this place has it. This is truly a five star experience!

I am an attendee of many years. Yoga here is practiced with gentle guidance and acceptance for…read morewherever you might be in your life, any age, any size, any level, all are truly welcomed here and accepted graciously. This is more than exercise, there's a truly special energy here that restores and refreshes, mind, body and spirit. Each time I go I leave my shoes and my stress factors at the door, and I leave feeling peaceful. I am a senior now, and must modify some poses. Everyone is kind and understanding. And helpful! There is no other place like Yoga Among Friends. Laura Jane who founded this studio 25+ years ago is oh-so-wise and inspiring, and her teachers are outstanding. It's a very special place to be.

They offer prenatal yoga and that is the class I have been attending every weekend. I have had the…read morepleasure to work with Poonam and Sheri, and they have been so kind, mindful and accommodating to any needs I needed that week. Poonam is the owner and you can tell that she has a huge passion for helping others. Instructions are always easy to follow, and the environment is very approachable, and relaxing. My back feels better now at 38 weeks pregnant than when I was 25 weeks pregnant and I really think it has to do with coming every week and getting ideas as to what to do at home. I hope for more pregnant moms to join the prenatal class and get all its benefits.

I'm not a person who normally takes the time to post reviews. Things have to be either really good…read moreor really bad. I purchased a new customer week pass from this studio that was good for online zoom yoga classes only. The first yoga class I wanted to try was a couple hours later the morning I signed up. As a side note, I also took an online zoom breathwork class from another studio right before the yoga class from this studio I am reviewing which went smoothly.. After the breathwork class I logged back into zoom for the yoga class with Universal Spirit using the info that was automatically emailed to me when I signed up. I waited about 15-20 minutes after the class start time and the instructor never came online. I immediately emailed the studio and said that the instructor didn't show up to my zoom class and could I please have my money back. I received an email from the manager/owner of the studio but instead of taking any responsibility, she said she was sorry I was not able to attend the class and that maybe zoom wasn't working properly or maybe I did something wrong. I was not offered a makeup class or an extension on my week pass or even a heartfelt apology. She completely ignored my request for a refund. I always think of yoga studios as safe places filled with kindness and love but this gave me a really bad taste in my mouth and I really didn't want to take any other classes from them. I emailed her back and explained that I am recovering from a double mastectomy surgery from breast cancer and because of that use zoom frequently from home and have never had issues and had even used it right before her class that morning without issue and that I was certain the problem was not on my end. I also explained because of my situation that I didn't have a lot of money and that I just needed services I pay for to go smoothly and that I didn't think her studio and myself were a good fit so could I please just have my money back? This was all requested within hours of purchase. She ignored that email. Over the next day or two I sent an additional email requesting a refund and called the studio and left a message with my phone number. Both email and message were very polite and simple requesting my money back so I could put it towards another class at a different studio. I was completely ignored. She knows that I didn't take any classes from her. She knows that I tried to take the initial class and logged on and emailed her right away that her instructor didn't show up. and instead of reaching out with any sort of solution she blamed me, kept my money, and ignored my attempts to communicate with her. This is by far the most disappointing and unprofessional experience I have ever had in my life with a yoga studio. I would give zero stars if I could.

DripYoga in Glen Ellyn is truly one of the most amazing studios I've ever experienced. From the…read moremoment you walk through the door, you're welcomed by an incredible atmosphere. The scent when you first enter, the genuine smiles at check-in, the warmth of the heated studio, and even my personal favorite, the "cowboy bathroom," every detail has been thoughtfully crafted. Every instructor I've taken a class with has been consistently friendly, energetic, and extremely knowledgeable. Their passion and positivity never feel forced, it's constant and authentic every single time. What stands out most is the sense of community you feel here. From my very first class to my most recent one, I've felt welcomed, supported, and part of something special. You can tell that ( shout out Marybeth) Marybeth has poured intention into every aspect of this studio, and it shows day in and day out. Honestly, it almost pains me to write this because classes are already popular and I don't want them filling up any more than they already are. But DripYoga in Glen Ellyn deserves every bit of recognition. The space, the energy, and the people make it truly special.

I love Dripyoga! The studio has a calm energy…read more The teachers are amazing. Definitely take a class

This studio is absolutely amazing and I cannot recommend it enough…read more The Offerings: Whether you are a complete newbie or beginner at aerial fitness or an advanced student who has been involved for years, there are classes tailored for both your skill and comfort level. They have quality classes for pole fitness, aerial hammocks, aerial hoop (lyra), hula hoop, stretching, cardio dance, aerial yoga, and more. I came as an advanced pole fitness student, and they worked with me to place me accordingly between pole, lyra, and hammock. The Staff: Not only are they incredibly knowledgeable about what they're teaching, they're some of the most genuine and nicest individuals I've had the pleasure of being instructed by. They are also constantly celebrating their students through different ways, including events at the studio, outings at fun places, holiday celebrations, or small personal notes. The Vibe: Not only are the instructors amazing, so are the students. At no point did I ever feel unwelcome when I was new to the studio or taking a class out of my comfort zone. We are always laughing, having fun, and constantly encouraging one another. Not only have I made new friends here, but it's always fun to be a personal cheerleader (and have them) in class! Body positivity is also a thing. We also have students of all ages, shapes, and sizes, and they are all truly beautiful. Bottom-line: If you are on the fence about trying classes, you absolutely should give it a go.

It's always fun visiting studios in other cities! Whenever I book a work trip, I look to see what…read moreclasses I can take while I'm staying local. There weren't many intermediate or advanced pole classes I could drop into at Rising Goddess (mostly seems to series over a few weeks) so I took an intermediate hammock class instead. Easy to book but bummed that the level changed from advanced starting the week I was there. I was given the grand tour when I arrived. This is a MASSIVE space! Love how many pole, aerial, and dance rooms there are, as well as a kitchen for special events. Everyone was super friendly, to the point where I had to excuse myself from conversation because I was a few minutes late to class. Oops. Audrey was the instructor, and she taught so many fun and accessible combos! Not sure when I'll be back in Oak Brook again but would love to take more classes in the future.

Your journey on your mat begins at this studio. If you're new to yoga, there's no reason to feel…read moreany sort of anxiety. Come with an open mind and the physical and mental benefits you will gain from Shoucha will change your life. The owner, Vicki, fully captives the inner desire from everyone who walks in through the door on realist and individual goals. The space is small and limited, but intimate. Soft carpeting warms the floor while hanging plants and the soft glow of Christmas lights give life to the picture window seen from the outside. The soft "hum" of the cars on Main Street and St. Charles will eventually just become part of the studio's presence, rather than an annoyance. Music is played throughout class, (60-75 minutes), and will vary each time. What you take away from the sounds will be different for each person. There's a class for everyone, ranging from Vinyasa Flows, Meditation, to Boot Camp classes. It's recommended to view their schedule on the website or send an e-mail to the studio if you're not familiar. Age is not considered a factor for the practice, you just need to be willing. Each instructor will work with you on variations to each pose, and props are provided. Forgot your mat? There's extra to rent for $1. You will discover what you're truly capable of at Shoucha.

A nice, intimate yoga studio in downtown Lombard! Woohoo!…read more I have been practicing yoga on and off for the past 15 years. Yoga is a great way to stretch and strengthen, as well as, a way to center your mind and clear your head. It has been difficult for me to find a yoga studio that is close to home and has hours for people who work. When I saw Shoucha pop-up in a Yelp search I was elated. This is a small place. The classes I have attended have about 6 students. It looks like 9 people could fit in the space. At first I thought that was bad but then I realized that it made the class feel more personal. The instructor can pretty much see you at a glance and can offer suggestions and adjustments to your poses. Bring your own mat. If you don't have one, they have ones you can rent. I think it costs $1. You can use a multitude of props at no cost. I don't think they do walk in classes but you can sign up for one easily on the website. There is a new student special; $20 for unlimited classes for two weeks. This place has regular yoga and some yoga body bootcamp thing that I want to try. They also offer guided meditation that I will check out later this week.

I have been to many yoga studios and practiced many types of yoga, and I have never felt at home…read morelike I do at Divine Power Yoga! So much so, that even after I moved, I make the journey back to practice. The owner, Mary, is wonderfully accepting and encouraging and helps you believe anything in life and in class is possible! The other instructors bring so much knowledge to each class-- progress comes quickly and is easy to see! This studio is perfect for experienced yogis and newbies alike-- the calm environment and 100% acceptance and excitement to see you at class makes everyone feel comfortable! The style of yoga practiced is Baptiste Power Yoga. The room is set at 85-90 degrees and the instructor guides you through a series of vinyasa poses-- FLOW! The heat helps your body respond to your movements and helps you accomplish more in your poses than you thought possible. The Baptiste philosophy centers around balancing your mind/body/spirit and creating the flow, so no harsh directives or yelling...only focusing on your breath and your movement! And no mirrors! (If you've practiced Bikram, you know what I mean!) The studio is clean and inviting. The staff is respectful and knowledgeable. What more can you ask for? Oh...I know! PARTIES! Mary plans amazing yoga-inspired theme parties-- you won't want to miss them! Do yourself a favor and try a class-- you'll be glad you did!! :)

This place kicks my butt - in a good way…read more The Dude and I are tying the knot in October and I've been doing everything I can to get in shape. I decided to add yoga to my workout routine in an effort to build some upper body strength and flexibility. I've done yoga for years, but it was always geared more toward relaxation, not getting a good workout. You will not get to relax at Divine Power Yoga (at least in the classes I've taken). Well, you will at the end of the routine, but that's only after you have worked your butt off for at least 55 minutes. The instructors keep you rapidly flowing from pose to pose. They're aware that the attendees have many different levels of experience and take time to mention modifications for each of the poses. You start to sweat very quickly (it doesn't hurt that the room is kept very warm) and it's amazing to see your personal progress from the beginning of the routine to the end. These routines stretch muscles I never even knew that I had. The instructors are incredibly encouraging and will take the time to help you with poses that are challenging you. They also infuse humor into each class, which I love. This place is a gem and I'm delighted that I discovered it!

I met Michelle and found Edge Yoga School in 2017, during a pretty intense chapter of my life. I…read morehad recently lost my mom, was newly navigating yoga, and was in the middle of a messy career transition. Walking into the RYT 200 program felt less like joining a school and more like finding solid ground again. What stood out immediately was the depth of the training. Michelle's syllabus is thorough and well thought out, both on the teaching side and the practicum side. You leave knowing how to teach, not only how to practice. There is real structure, clear expectations, and a strong emphasis on doing the work, showing up prepared, and understanding what it means to hold space responsibly. At the same time, the program goes far beyond checking boxes for certification. Michelle genuinely wants her students to grow. She helps you understand how to build your own 200-hour program and beyond, if that's the path you want to take. That level of transparency and mentorship is rare. She doesn't gatekeep knowledge. She shares it. One thing I deeply appreciated about Michelle's approach is how strongly she promotes individuality and emotional intelligence. The goal is not to rush through modules or memorize material. She encourages you to think for yourself, ask better questions, and stay true to who you are as both a student and a teacher. You are learning yoga, and you are also learning how to lead, communicate, and hold responsibility with integrity. Michelle does not hand-hold, and that is intentional. She expects students to take ownership of their learning and their growth. For some people, that level of accountability can feel uncomfortable at first. For me, it was empowering. She treats you like a capable adult with real potential, not someone who needs to be managed step by step. That balance, strong guidance paired with personal responsibility, is a big reason this training had such a lasting impact on me. It helped me grow confidence, discernment, and trust in my own voice, skills that have stayed with me long after the certification was complete. Michelle is a self-made businesswoman and a true one-woman show. She is generous with her time, her experience, and her energy, and she consistently over-delivers. What you see is what you get. Passionate, smart, direct, and deeply committed to the work and to her students. I went on to complete my 500-hour training and earned a Lead Teacher certification for Yoga Teacher Training through Edge. Almost ten years later, I'm still in touch with Michelle, and she is exactly who she was then, full of ideas, spirit, and genuine love for yoga and teaching. Edge Yoga School was life-changing for me, both personally and professionally. If you're looking for a yoga teacher training that is grounded, rigorous, supportive, and designed to help you take your experience as far as you want to go, this is it.

I can't warn you enough NOT to trust this woman and give her your money. I wish I had never…read morebelieved the lies she told me to get me to sign up. Michelle sold me a "flexible" 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) program on Nov 3. She told me the program can be completed without ANY in person "lab" time when I move out of state in a month. I said I was only able to do labs until I moved at the end of December. She said that would work great and "what is yoga if not flexible?" Now she refuses to return any calls to discuss how I can complete the program without attending class in person. She ONLY wants to communicate via her Slack app, something she didn't inform me of when I bought the program. I completed 2 hours of YTT a day in the first 10 days / 20 hours total. We only practiced teaching a yoga sequence once for 45 minutes during one of the 6 labs I attended. Michelle didn't observe us practicing - she left the room to take a break and when she came back she said "did you really practice teaching each other a sequence? I thought for sure you'd just chit chat and goof off." The other student and I were taken aback by her negativity and accusatory tone. Not yoga-like at all. At every LAB she lectured us like children, not adult students - about being on time, not to go off topic in class, do not ask questions about the program or schedule, or technical issues with Slack or EventBrite apps; we can't sit on her bean bags because she charges extra to have those comfortable seats - and that is a "business of yoga tip" she gave us; charge students more money for a more comfortable seat! Meanwhile SHE doesn't start or end classes on time, she goes off topic regularly - for example, she lectured for an hour about Tony Robbins and AI - and students have to sit on the uncomfortable floor filling out a workbook for LAB. After that LAB, I told Michelle that I didn't see any in person YTT Lab classes on the schedule until January. She snapped back, "don't ask me. I can't remember with all I have going on" and told me to look at the schedule again and to message her on Slack. I did so; she didn't respond. Instead she sent a Slack message that I seem to be having problems following her program. She sent me a very structured schedule and list of weekly tasks that doesn't align with my life or the time she told me I had to complete the program. She originally told me I had 18 months to complete 200 hours and it was self-paced. She then sent me a strict (not flexible) program telling me complete about 20 hours a week. When I asked her why there were no in person classes on the schedule until January she said she was on vacation for the holidays - but then posted a list of "special holiday offerings" for random dates (not the schedule she had originally told me) with codes so we could sign up on EventBrite. She told us to sign up "now" for all the classes because they're "filling up fast", but previously told us not to sign up too far in advance and choose as we go. Then she told us we have to sign up 24 hours in advance - but she didn't give us the codes 24 hours in advance. The codes she gave us didn't work for EventBrite. When we got to class and told her the codes didn't work for any of us (3 students) she said don't ask me about EventBrite. If you can't get the tickets or app to work you need to go EventBrite app and call them for help. The app has a help desk. Don't ask me during class. A week later she made a group announcement on Slack that she has completely changed the program offerings (for a 3rd time) and posted these structured tracks online - none of which are flexible and all are "hybrid" requiring in person Lab time every week. Her studio address is Naperville, but most of the in person classes are at a shared work space in Wheaton where the door is locked and she has to buzz students in. She tells students to arrive 10 minutes early and wait out in the cold until all the students are there and she will let us in all at once. On Nov 20th I called her again and instead of calling back she sent me a message on Slack that she thinks I should switch to the 100 YTT course because I'm "too busy" - but for the same price as the 200 YTT $1900!! She won't even discuss a 50% refund for changing her mind for a 4th time about her program offerings - only offering to deliver half the program to me now. Beyond disappointed and frustrated that Michelle took $1900 and is not delivering the program she sold me. Michelle is all about Michelle, not the students well-being. I'm not sure how anyone can learn to teach Yoga from a person who refuses to have ANY authentic verbal individual conversations with the student?