I have been a member at Akasha Yoga for about three months now. I have attended maybe 50 classes…read morethere. I have been to two other Yoga schools and have nothing bad to say about any of them. However, Akasha is the best. The classes are a great stress relief and awesome exercise. The instructors are all very willing to help people new to Yoga, like myself. If this is the last Yoga place that I attend, I will be happy. Aside from relocating, I see no need to go anywhere else. My only complaint is that the store next door (Reclaimed...a artsy used furniture store) blasts their music and hammers on things, so it is difficult to totally relax during meditation when the furniture store is open (fortunately only) on weekends. Akasha also does other fun events to raise money for community projects and causes... drum circles, movie nights, Zumba and Tai Chi. It is a righteous place.

While I had always been interested in trying a yoga class and had enjoyed doing yoga occasionally…read moreat home with a video, I'd always been a little intimidated by fears I'd make a fool out of myself in front of a bunch of experienced yogis. But a friend of mine who belongs to Akasha bugged me to give it a try and offered to take me and my partner as guests on her membership. After the first class, we were hooked. My partner and I went back the very next day and signed up for monthly memberships and began going to classes several times a week. That was last Fall. There are several reasons I love Akasha Yoga. Aside from the warm and peaceful atmosphere, the instructors are all wonderful. Jennifer (the owner) is a fantastic instructor, has great energy, and a great sense of humor. In the months I was a member, I had the opportunity to take classes with all of the instructors at some point, and they are all fantastic in different ways, but they all strive to make everyone feel comfortable and welcome whether you are a complete beginner (like I was) or an experienced yogi. Akasha does a community class once a month on Saturdays that is free to all. Additionally, they raise money for various community causes each month and have different events and special classes planned throughout each month that add to the sense of community at Akasha. My partner and I recently had to move out of the area, and while Crystal Lake is a great suburb that we will miss, what makes us most sad about the move is that we can no longer take classes at Akasha. I would highly recommend this place for anyone interested in giving yoga a try, or for any yoga pros looking for a great place to practice.

I took Tara's aerial yoga class and am officially hooked! The studio was clean and had a welcoming…read morevibe. Tara was a delightful, knowledgeable instructor and made class challenging yet fun. This was my first time at this studio and taking aerial yoga. I'm picky about where and what kind of yoga Especially when spending $27 on a drop in class. I found this to be a perfect blend of physical, spiritual and whimsy. This class was so much fun and worth every penny! The Monday night class was a real treat! Looking forward to going back!

Sondra Karmen is one of the most fantastic Pilates instructors I have ever had…read more She has years of experience and will work with you no matter what your skill level is. I have a bad back Sondra has designed a Pilates program around my injury. After being her client for 4 years I am in the best shape of my life. She also has a wonderful staff of instructors.

This studio is delightful! They have a variety of yoga, barre and other classes along with Pilates…read moreReformer classes, anywhere from beginning to advanced. My favorites are both on Sunday mornings so I like to alternate them! Nancy is the owner & teacher of Bhakti yoga on Sundays at 9:30a. She's a beautiful personality who reminds us to think gratitude as we strengthen & stretch. Bonnie teaches Pilates reformer at 8:30a and her class always makes me sore! Bonnie is a master at the Reformer for sure. The vibe in this studio is really warm and friendly. You'll be glad you made time for it!!

Nancy and her staff are remarkably inviting. I love the variety of classes they have. The app is…read moregreat easy way to see what they have going on. The first class is free so you can't miss trying them out!

Just took my first hot yoga class ever!! It was great I'm just a beginner but the class was hard…read moreand rewarding. I will do the class again to help me with arthritis and post surg on foot.

I have been to tons of studios throughout chicagoland area and Melt is one of my favorite.. It has…read morethe quaint vibe of the little village that it is in (Algonquin) . I have been taking Agnes classes for 2 years ( took a break while pregnant ) and started back up a month post partum. In the beginner class, you can take it easy as you need if you're starting out and gradually add more to challenging yourself. She changes up her flow and class every week, so you are consistently working different areas of the body. I took yoga classes at random and used to feel it a slow boring waste of time more or less a relaxing class that does "stretching". I love to lift and do intense endurance cardio. It wasn't until going here consistently that I was blown away with the fitness aspect of yoga- the strength/flexibility/core stability/etc. involved. You will be challenged more than you possibly think and I promise the health benefits, both mentally and physically, will surprise you! I highly recommend Melt and the classes here. Side note: The owner rocks.

I've attended Sound Healing & Somatic Surrender class for the first time and I left empowered,…read morefeeling lighter, more centered, and deeply relaxed afterwards. Rachel is kind, very knowledgeable and helped me connect with my body in a way I hadn't experienced before, releasing held emotions and fostering a sense of groundedness. I highly recommend Nurture Souls Studios. It's a gift you won't regret giving yourself!

Rachel is the best instructor ever and she's done a great job with her studio! It's impressive how…read moreknowledgeable she is in the mind, body, and soul and how to live in a way that is healthy for you, no matter what level you're at in your journey with yoga!

My daughter (2) and I love SFY! We started in the Tots class and we learned so many fun songs and…read morerhymes, as well as yoga stretches. I loved that Dana included moves and explanations to help with common health topics like lung development and gas. Dana's knowledge and background in early childhood education is invaluable and she finds a way to connect with every child. Her dedication and love for kid's yoga goes beyond the weekly class and she even does fun videos my daughter loves to do at home. I recently joined the Mom's yoga class on Tuesdays taught by one of Dana's trained teachers. Laura was very kind, knowledgeable and easy to follow. The class was challenging, but as a beginner, I had no problem following along and felt very comfortable, thanks to her guidance. I left feeling more relaxed and ready to take on the rest of the week. We have also had a few private events hosted by SFY and they were all so fun and well planned. We definitely recommend for birthday parties (children and adults) and play dates. Overall, I highly recommend SFY. You wouldn't find a better kids yoga practice around! It is the highlight of our week.

My 7 year old daughter did the pop-in summer classes and Yoga Camp here a couple weeks before…read moreschool started. She really enjoyed it. Dana made it fun and really does a great job connecting with the kids. Today was the first day of school and new situations or change can make my 7 year old anxious. Camp gave my daughter some tools to use beforehand. It really set the precedence for the day and I'm seeing a powerful positive impact on her. We've also used the relaxation techniques at bedtime and helped her busy brain to rest. Overall since she's been coming to yoga classes at sweet feet I've noticed more contentment and serenity. She is looking forward to continuing on with more classes here in September! Thanks Dana and Sweet Feet Yoga!

Awesome massage! I have known Alexis for several years; she first started to give me massages while…read moreshe was at Lifetime Fitness in Algonquin. After my first massage I knew Alexis was beyond other massage therapists I had before. She is really able to figure out your problems before you know what they are. What I love most is the balance between pampering and solving my muscle issues. Today was a day I entered with upper back tightness, my legs were tight, and I was stressed from days at my job. Alexis starts with asking for your problem areas and once you are ready she goes to work. Alexis has super strong fingers but she knows how to apply more pressure, when needed. She found stress points I wasn't even aware they were there and I was feeling so much better I extended the massage. By the end I was refreshed, and the knots in my back and my legs were finally gone. I booked my next appointment and I am really looking forward to it!

I just had a.long awaited massage from Alexis. It was so enjoyable. The kinks are loosened and…read moremy spirits are revived. Can't wait for my next one!

I had the worst experience with Margo the owner at Pure Barre Algonquin location. She obviously has…read morenot learned the importance of retention of clients. She was extremely unprofessional and I suggest anyone looking to take a class go to the Hoffman Estates location. Save your money and go elsewhere.

Very dissatisfied. They have a 30 day cancellation policy. I asked to cancel my membership on 10/1…read more I'm being charged for November. Apparently October doesn't have 31 days in it? I gave 30 days notice and they're simply ignoring it and me. Not a good business model.