I have been going to Yoga Heights since 2017. I love this yoga studio. I enjoy the yoga…read moreenvironment, the variety of teachers and classes offered and the feeling of a supportive community. During the current studio challenge, I tried a number of new classes and teachers. it was fun and I more than doubled my yoga during these two weeks.

I attended the 14 Jan 2018 Candlelit Soul Flow class at 7pm. The class didn't have any candles or…read moresoul music, but it was a good class. For once, I felt rather advanced. There weren't a lot of challenging poses, which made the class seamless (for me). It included a lot of stretching. Since class was on a Sunday, stretching was a perfect way to end one week and prepare for the next. Despite the lack of candles and soul music, I'd take it again. I also attended the 1/2 Price Flow on 15 Jan 2018 with Cole Bennett. I really enjoyed Cole's class. The class was crowded, so there was an overflow room. Cole was really accommodating to everyone's needs. The practice flowed well, was challenging, and the music was appropriate. It is also important to note that the woman at front desk before Cole's class was warm and welcome. It made my second evening a more pleasurable experience. The studio is located near the Wells Fargo on Carroll St NW. I think they should have a storefront sign (similar to the Petworth location) because yogis who are unfamiliar with the area can miss it. There wasn't enough space for me to put my stuff, so I resorted to the floor. The cubbies are rather limited. I'll be back to Yoga Heights soon. Namaste!

This is my second review since attending Lighthouse back in September. The growth I have seen…read morewithin myself since attending is nothing I have ever experienced. For the last 10 years I have been studying my own psychology and using Cognitive Behavioral Therapies to overcome the narcissistic abuse from my childhood home. Although understanding my circumstances has helped me overcome a lot, the growth that I have come into since joining this studio does not compare. Over the last 3 months I have stopped coping with my pain with the use of Marijuana. Through the intentional movement, breath work, and meditation on a regular basis I am now able to see my own projections and even those of others which has allowed to engage with the relationships in my life differently, more productively. I have also stopped disassociating in intimacy something I did not realize I was doing from being a victim of sexual assault and rape. This place has taught me how to come back to my body and be present in my life without bringing my past back into my present. I cannot say enough of how eternally grateful I am for this place that has become a community of support and guidance. Thank you to all the instructors who brought light back into my life. Even my trajectory of my current career path is changing. Manju Sadarangani, Kate Judson, Jenna Tomasello, Jen Skillicorn, Ametisse Gover-Chamiou, Alicia McBride, Meredith McCullough, Colleen Brisport Sequeda, and of course Rebecca Henry only to name a few you have all taught me more about my alignment, my breathing, my mind more than you know. You are not just teachers, you are angels and gifts and I do not take you for granted. Thank you all for what you do for our community to help make this world a better place. This place is one of recovery and peace in my soul. I can honestly say, I have finally reach a place of contentment and deep connection with myself which is leading to deeper connections with others. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

I was a member of Lighthouse Yoga (LH) for over 9 years. In that time, I found healing in classes…read moretaught by Nandi, Leshone, Patrick (Kundalini Yoga-KY), Machelle (Yin), and Tara (Hatha). Unfortunately, I made the difficult decision to leave after experiencing sustained harm at the hands of three individuals: Rebecca (studio owner since Summer 2021), Manju (KY teacher since Winter 2020), and Andy (member since Sept 2023). On September 1, 2024, I clearly set boundaries with Andy after a pattern of unwanted and uncomfortable behavior. Despite this, he continued to harass and intimidate me--hovering near me, speaking to me after months of no contact, and creating a space of psychological intimidation. When I addressed this in a January 6, 2025 email to him, he deflected accountability and triangulated the message to Rebecca and Manju. Shockingly, both women protected him and invalidated my experience. It was only on Feb 6, I found out Manju's true feelings towards me. On January 8, Rebecca told me my boundaries were "unreasonable," blamed me for her involvement in this matter, and excused Andy's behavior by suggesting that "a new year" might have confused him. Her response gaslit and minimized my safety concerns while prioritizing studio politics. She spiritual-bypassed the situation, asking me to give him grace rather than acknowledging the trauma of being repeatedly violated in a supposed sanctuary. On February 2, at the end of a sound bath facilitated by Manju, the lights were low with only a few candles flickering on the floor. As I was speaking directly to Manju, I suddenly felt a subtle surge of energy along the back of my right ribs. When I turned, I saw Andy standing just 3 feet behind me, near my right arm. His silent presence felt intrusive and deeply unsettling. I immediately moved away. On Feb 5, I shared my concerns with Manju in a respectful voice message, requesting only that she look out for me if she noticed something inappropriate. She responded with openness... until 3 a.m. on February 6, when I received cruel & abusive texts from her echoing defamatory statements that Andy had weaponized against me. This confirmed a chilling truth: Manju had never been neutral. She had harbored resentment & bitterness for a long time under the mask of neutrality and turned on me when I needed support. To her, I was creating drama. I was devastated. Manju, who teaches trauma-informed classes, weaponized her proximity and influence while dehumanizing me as a paying student and person. After trusting her for four years, the betrayal cut deeply. I wondered how long she was infecting my practice. On March 1, during a KY immersion, Rebecca misrepresented a falsehood--claiming "as the studio owner, in my opinion, Hatha yoga is Kundalini yoga." An opinion doesn't need power-laden titles to be valid. That same day, I witnessed Manju speak about teacher-student ethics without once acknowledging the inherent power imbalance or the teacher's responsibility to hold and protect boundaries. Instead, she blamed students for feeling entitled or invasive--distorting the dynamic entirely. Lighthouse Yoga became unrecognizable--a toxic, unsafe space. A place where boundaries are erased, victims are dismissed, and the leadership enables harm. When I needed Rebecca and Manju most--two women, mothers of daughters, and elders--they failed me. What they demonstrated was not spiritual leadership but control, gaslighting, and transactional values. I gave this studio my loyalty, energy, presence, warmth, and money. In return, I was discarded like trash. To them, I was not a person--just a resource. This place now feels cult-like: you conform or you're cast out. Safety and protection are not rights--they're selectively granted by those in power. I chose to leave on my own terms when I remembered I am worthy of both. To future victims: I am not the first, and I won't be the last. I've left evidence with trusted community members. If a civil action is ever filed against Rebecca for negligence, know this: she chose to keep and protect a known predator at her studio. That is on record. The studio's decline speaks for itself. Karma circles back in time.

Claudia is an amazing yoga teacher. She's particularly good for people who are interested in the…read moredeep work you need to do to yoke the body, soul and mind.

I've taken classes at Willow Street Yoga for years, and find their standards for quality,…read moresincerity, authenticity and care are exceptional. You can find free or low-cost yoga classes online, but there's nothing like truly professional yoga teachers who can change your life. My current favorite is fascia release online. the teacher is excellent and highly trained. I only wish it were offered daily!

Adding onto the bounty of good reviews below. I started doing yoga at home to find peace and time…read morefor myself in a hectic and stressful life. The random ten minute videos on YouTube were fantastic starters, but I realized that I wanted something more so I found Grace, a studio local to me. The first session was free, so it was a good way to get introduced to the place and the people there. So let's start there. I almost had enough time to say hello to the receptionist when she recognized that I was a new face, smiled, and introduced herself to me. She offered a tour to me, which was friendly, but I was surprised that another attendee offered to take me on a tour herself! It was clear to me then that the friendliness was contagious. I really appreciate that the equipment is available at no cost. Having the mats, the blocks, the bands, and even blankets there meant that I could participate at the same level that more experienced yogis could. This first session, I rolled out in the back as Jade started speaking. The whole experience was wonderful, but something she said stood out to me: when someone's phone rang and they apologized, Jade responded with a smile and said "Don't be sorry. This just means someone's thinking of you." And then I knew that the community was eager to share their wisdom and peace with others. On the community board (which highlights members, friends, and local services) I saw that the first month was available for a reduced price, and after such a wonderful first experience, I knew I was going to sign up. I'm almost done with this month and have practiced under different instructors but have found them all incredibly welcoming. I also appreciate the ability to participate from home, which I've done on several occasions, and an equal level of engagement from the instructor. I've had a really positive experience thus far and am excited for many more months of good yoga and community!

I've attended several classes at this studio…read more Lenore's sunrise strength class was a great way to wake up my muscles while watching the sun come up through the studio's picture windows. I've also taken rise and rest yoga with Lenore. This was a relaxing way to wind down from a busy day. I recently competed a yoga strength class with Amy. This was an all-level class and she offered us options to modify or intensify each move. Amy played a nice mix of songs from her phone during the class; however, the music kept being interrupted by notification dings, which was distracting. Overall, I found Grace Studio to be a decent place for a yoga workout. The studio is equipped with mats, weights, blocks, resistance bands, and bolsters. Instructors offer verbal assists rather than hands-on adjustments for yoga moves. Instructors are welcoming, the studio is bright and inviting, and classes are not crowded.

I have been taking classes at WYC for years but it wasn't until the pandemic that I bought a…read moremonthly membership pass. I love the teachers (especially Ronnie and Aubrey!) and they offer a variety of yoga styles and levels so there is really something for everyone. They offer classes in real time via zoom and via their video library so if you miss a class, you can take it when it's uploaded to the library. They are opening up the studio so in-person classes will be available in addition to zoom. Looking forward to being back on the mat, in person when it's safe to do so!

I rarely write reviews on yelp, unless my experience was very memorable in one of two ways - good…read moreor bad. If there was a possibility to give this place zero stars, I would. I take full responsibility for what I am writing here. In brief, this business is dishonest and has fraudulent practices. Let me explain. They used my credit card to charge me for 2 additional months of membership that I did not authorize. A few months ago, WYC and Kiron, the business owner, sent out an email with a special offer membership that had (and I quote) "no contract". I signed up for one month, because I knew I was moving away from DC in the near future. 1.5 months later I noticed repeating charges from WYC appearing on my cc. I wrote them, politely asking them to address the issue. I got a 3 sentence reply from Megan stating "it appears to be a membership charge and it will end in 3 months, the minimum for the membership". I wrote back again, this time in detail explaining what has happened and quoting their own advertisement. To date, 1.5 months later, the business has not acknowledged the issue or responded to me (same email address, so I know they read it regularly). I've never had such experience before with another business. I was clear and professional in my correspondance. Today I finally called my cc; they will deal with the business directly about the fraudulent charges moving forward. I've had one other unprofessional experience with WYC during my 1 month of membership with them. It took WYC 1.5 months to refund me an accidental charge that I was told would be refunded, and it took great persistence and effort on my part (multiple visits to talk to someone in person, multiple phone calls with no one returning my calls). There are other yoga places in this city that are credible. Practice your consumers rights and support them instead! I will never do business with WYC again.

I had checked out this spin studio while I was a member of Classpass a few years ago. I attended…read moreseveral early morning spin classes taught by Monica. Classes were great, with an excellent playlist and a nice and unintimidating instructor. The studio itself is very small, but the class sizes were also small so size was not an issue. I would definitely recommend that folks in the neighborhood check this place out as a fun and convenient way to stay fit.

So I wanted to try something new and took up a $12 belly dance class here. For starters, I live…read morenearby and walking there was a big plus. I walked in the 6:30 pm class and was greeted by a lovely young woman named Zahra ( instructor!) The studio is small but super comfy with yoga posters and meditation wall decor. It was a super good class (work those hips) and Zahra was awesome dancing side by side with me. My fave part was definitely dancing with the veils (super sexy).It just so happened that it was a rainy night so I was the only person there but that didn't bother me. She even texted me a few days later notifying me that a class was cancelled due to weather (how awesome?). If you're looking for a nice sweat from a little independent and inexpensive studio then I recommend this place! Will be going back for yoga class.

Yoga Hikes DC was AWESOME!…read more Perfect combination of nature, yoga and trails. Danielle is an excellent instructor in articulating moves and proper form (adjusting you when needed), and she allows for the session to be adaptable to however intense you want it to be (eg. running up the hill or walking it). And most of all, she is FUN!

What a fantastic way to start the weekend!…read more I went on my second yoga hike today with Rachel, and while I already knew she was a wonderful teacher from practicing with her at Stroga, her energy, warmth, and humor are such a breath of fresh air on these yoga hikes. She provides excellent tips for both the hiking and yoga portions, and always encourages everyone on the hike to ask questions and really treat it as an opportunity to get one-on-one attention throughout the practice and the hike. She is also just so much fun! I HIGHLY recommend yoga hikes for a great workout (the hiking moves at a brisk pace, and it really keeps you warmed up for the yoga portions) that is both social and beautiful--what better place to do tree pose than under a tree in Rock Creek?! And, of course, shoutout to Squeaky the Frog, who really makes the trip. Take advantage of the amazing resource that is Rock Creek Park, and go on a Yoga Hike! It's just the best way to start the day.

Went to my first class here through ClassPass and loved it. Only two students (me included) and…read moreAnika! The class was heated and challenging (I'm pretty new to yoga). Anika was sweet and gave tips throughout the class. A very local and hidden studio in a beautiful neighborhood. Tip: Plenty of parking behind the building.

One of the best yoga classes I've been to. Anika was personable, caring and very genuine in her…read moreteaching! I thoroughly enjoyed my Heated Slow Flow class. I can't wait to go back :)

I was in town for a devastating family emergency. My body was seizing up and i needed a yoga class…read moreasap. I called Circle Yoga because it seemed like the friendliest studio in town and had the level one class i needed available. The receptionist was lovely. The teacher was terrific. It was a warm and compassionate space. The bookstore offerings were varied and not just stuff is seen everywhere else before. I only wish i could have returned for the sound accompanied class the next night but family scheduling wouldn't allow for that. Thank you Circle Yoga Team for making my awful personal experience physically bearable. I hope to be back in town soon for happier times and I'll definitely come back to this studio.

I will preface this with saying that I am taking a class at a reduced rate…read more I have enjoyed my class with Matthew very much. Sunday slowdown is a great way to begin a new work week. My concern is several classes were virtual only. I can't speak for everyone but I don't have the space to do a proper yoga class in my living room. Had I known this up front I wouldn't have signed up as this has meant missing several classes. There is an option take another class to make up for the class. I was able to do this once. But with my work schedule it's not easy to do so. In the future please be more up front with your students if not all the sessions will be in person. (Maybe it was mentioned and I didn't notice...it's possible. But it wasn't so clearly stated. If it had burn. I wouldn't have signed up) Sadly with this in mind I am less inclined to take another class. I may be paying less than other students but in the end did I actually save anything having missed several classes? **update: Anne, the owner, responded to this quickly. She apologized for the confusion and gave me a credit for the classes that were virtual only. Her excellent customer service and timely response are highly appreciated. I was pleased with both. And the class was excellent.

Great staff. Lots of space. Machines are always working. I've been to several gyms and this is…read moreamong the top locations.

Membership was transferred here after crunch Chevy Chase closed. I came to give the vinyasa yoga a…read moretry - which you must sign up for - and the teacher was a no-show. No cancellation or updates via email or app. The gym is also overcrowded and there were no towels in the warmer. Will not be continuing the membership.