What a lovely surprise in Barcelona! We were looking for a yoga studio and came here purely based…read moreon the reviews. We are so happy we gave it a chance! We ended up purchasing a 5 class pack while visiting. And every class and teacher was incredible. A very Bali-inspired studio. We were excited to learn there is a jivamukti studio back home in LA too!

This is my favorite yoga studio in all of Barcelona. I cannot express how much I love Olga and her…read moreprecious little daughter. They made me feel like I was part of their yoga family, and I made so many nice friends there, that I consider it my yoga home in Spain. The studio itself is clean and amazing with lots of great, challenging classes. I practiced there almost every single day of my last trip, and I plan to practice there every day for every trip I ever take to Barcelona. It's THAT special.

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.

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

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!!!

I lived in Barcelona for three months this fall, and searched hard to find a good Vinyasa flow…read morestudio. When I discovered Yo/Mu, I instantly found my yoga home. The owner Lucy is a shining light with such amazing energy that infuses the eclectic space in the Gothic Quarter. She offers classes (in English) with breath work, juicy flow and inspiring savasana, all to lovely music playlists. In the evenings, she leads classes to the sounds of her musician partner Pepe who plays LIVE, including guitar and the incredible cello. It is a magical experience!

Great yoga studio! Love the teachers…read more I am taking the beginner's class and it's perfect for me. The stretching and the meditation are very relaxing and I seriously feel like a new person at the end of class. I've had sciatica problems in the past and I mentioned this to my instructor Carla. During the next class, she totally went out of her way to focus on sciatica stretches. OMG, they totally hit the spot and I appreciate that she went out of her way! Five stars! They sell cute yoga clothes and equipment.. The studio is tranquil and peaceful & very clean. They sell packages but I opt for the drop in class. It's totally worth every penny (or euro here). Can't beat it! I highly recommend this place!

The owner was extremely kind and welcoming. Beautiful room with plenty of natural light and…read moregreenery. Highly recommend!

This urban Yoga retreat was MAGICAL! I loved every practice! Every session helped me release what…read moremy mind and body no longer needed. I felt grounded and balanced after each session. I enjoyed the dynamic and engaging conversations during brunch. Although I'm not a vegetarian, I really enjoyed each meal. I also enjoyed how open the environment was and how it led to creating friendships with other participants from diverse parts of the world. They communicate with you constantly to ensure that your check-in is smooth. The only drawback is the lack of air conditioning in the rooms. This is the only reason this retreat does not get five stars. However, the staff is extremely accommodating and is constantly working on trying to make your stay as pleasant as possible. If I have the chance to participate again, I will return to Barcelona and once more attend this magical retreat. I highly recommend it!

The "yoga retreat" was more than disappointing: - When…read morebooking the "retreat," we were told there would be yoga classes in both the morning and the evening; in reality, however, only one evening class took place. I spoke to two other guests who were also surprised, as they too had expected a second class in the morning. - Breakfast was not healthy (as advertised). It was the kind of breakfast you find in any budget hotel. There wasn't even fresh juice, porridge, cheese, butter, or tea. - I couldn't lock my room because the door was stuck. - The room was very hot and stuffy, both day and night. I never slept for more than three hours at a time and was completely exhausted. - There were only two bathrooms, not three as stated on the website. - Hot water was available for only a few seconds; after that, you had to take a cold shower. - The washing machine was very dirty. - One of the windowpanes in my room had almost fallen out of its frame. - The beanbags on the tiny terrace were very dirty and old, and the chairs were broken and therefore unusable. - There was no interaction with the yoga teachers. We simply received a WhatsApp message that same day informing us who would be teaching in the evening. At no point was there any conversation about our practice or our yoga experience. - I didn't meet the organizer, Ana, until the last day, and she never asked--either in person or digitally--how the "retreat" was going or if I needed anything. It seemed as though she had no interest. I shared all the points with Ana and received the following email: "Hello, I completely understand your frustration, and I am incredibly sorry. This falls short of the level of communication or service we aim to provide our guests, and it certainly does not reflect what Yoga Weeks truly stands for. We have just come through an exceptionally difficult summer; after eleven years of hosting wonderful retreats and looking after countless participants--and working hard to maintain that standard--we have literally reached our limits. We are only human, after all. I am sorry. However, I don't mean for this to be an excuse. I genuinely want to find a fair solution to make amends. Please let me know what you consider appropriate; unfortunately, a cash refund isn't possible for us right now, as the team is currently working together to navigate the present situation. Operations are running smoothly again now--we've been able to resume morning classes--and we hope to soon return to our usual positive atmosphere. I would like to invite you to a complimentary retreat next year so you can experience what truly makes this place special. We hope for your understanding." I was deeply shocked by the reply and told Ana as much in a follow-up email. Naturally, I have no intention of returning next year; I have lost all trust in them. Consequently, I requested a refund of one-quarter of the amount I had paid. I had paid €880 for four days. Ana did not respond to this second email at all. I want to warn everyone: under no circumstances should you book with Yoga Weeks. It is a rip-off, and--given that they are aware of the issues--fraudulent in my view.

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.

From the owner: Shunia Yoga es un centro de Kundalini Yoga en el corazón de Barcelona fundado en el año 1992…read more Ayudamos a las personas a que encuentren armonía, equilibrio, paz, comprensión y conciencia a través del Yoga. Experiméntalo como alumno o formándote como profesor. Todo el equipo de Shunia Yoga sentimos que impartir clases es un milagro, un regalo del creador. ¡Estamos para servirte! Somos un centro especializado en clases de Kundalini Yoga, y también realizamos Hatha Yoga, Shakti Dance, Yoga para Embarazadas, Yoga para Mamas y Bebes, Yoga para niños. Shunia Yoga también es un centro de Formación de Profesores de: -Formación Internacional de Maestros de Kundalini Yoga Nivel I, con Siri Gobind Kaur, Gurudass Kaur y Sadhana Singh y los mentorings de Siri Gobind Kaur. -Formación Internacional de Maestros de Kundalini Yoga Nivel II / Transformación. -Childplay Yoga / Formación de Yoga para niños. -Formación de profesores de Shakti Dance en España / con Sara Avtar Oliver de Roma. -Formación completa de profesores de Embarazo Consciente y Yoga Doula Con Gurujagat Kaur, de Francia. -Formación Internacional en Sanación Meditativa basado en las ideas espirituales y métodos de enseñanzas del Maestro Yogui Bhajan, PhD. Enseñanzas según el Maestro Yogui Bhajan. Titulo Oficial Reconocido por KRI (Kundalini Research Institute), IKYTA (Internacional Kundalini Yoga Teachers Association). Miembro fundador de Yoga Alliance / AEKY (Asociación Española de Kundalini Yoga).