Ever since I left Canada, I've missed studio yoga. I do gym yoga for various reasons and it is just…read morenot the same, there's no real challenge, no focus and half the time you are distracted by the kick-boxing class next door. But Blue Cow Yoga is a deliciously proper studio. Right in the middle of the city, it's in a fantastic location. Spacious and very North American. You take your shoes off when you enter, help yourself to free tea or water and pad round to the changing rooms, where they have all amenities including hair straighteners. This I like! Also the abundance of lockers to keep your valuables safe are really appreciated. It's a very chill environment, they get the importance of focus and a peaceful vibe. I came for an inversion workshop and was delighted with the teacher and the experience. Mollie, the teacher, was super patient and explained everything very clearly. While she made it look elegant and easy herself, she took the time with all the beginners to make them feel comfortable. The room was very spacious with lots of white wall space to practice against, and plenty of maps, bolsters and blocks. I am definitely planning on coming back for their free yoga week for newcomers and I'd love to try a treatment too, once I recover from this inversion workout!

TREATMENTS. Sorry…read moreto shout. But, seriously...the treatments. I have not been for yoga yet (but I will!) --- and had signed up for updates via their newsletter. As luck would have it last week I received an email from them about 25 quid Bespoke Treatments. Answer to my prayers, little BCY -- answer to my prayers. After being slammed and shoved into planes, delayed in airports, working from bed and overall stress levels escalating, I needed a massage. A good, deep massage. And this is what I got. Which will have hooked me forever, so this marketing campaign to get folks into the studio worked. I'll be a faithful follower of Zoe, who whipped my knotted back and shoulders into shape. Really, very talented. Will be back for the yoga and the massage and the acupuncture -- and whatever else really? Really! It's a beautiful lower level space that feels tranquil and serene amidst the craziness of the City. It's clean, large, spacious, and the staff is friendly without being intrusive. Will return and update about the yoga -- but for now, I can say that I'm feeling mighty fine and relaxed due to that bespoke beatdown. Ahhhhhh.

I absolutely loved this studio. I was in London on a layover and I was in dire need of a good yoga…read moreclass. I found the Life Centre and was able to catch a yoga and meditation class with Zephyr. I was so in love with the 90 minutes that I spent there. I was offered everything that I needed. Zephyr taught with such extensive knowledge and was able to share so much of her own experiences. The meditation portion was absolutely wonderful. The studio space was pretty good. I took class in the studio located on the main floor which was an all white room. There were mats available for use along with straps, bolsters, and blocks. The locker space was small but they did offer locked lockers to use which is a huge plus. I am definitely looking forward to my next time in London so I can go try another class. Thanks for a wonderful afternoon!

This practising and teaching centre was taken over five years ago by Elizabeth Stanley and…read moreChristine Letter who I must say have turned this into a very smart welcoming centre which is at the top of its game. There are 60 classes a week held here offering many different types of disciplines.They rang from Astanga,Iyurvedic,Self-Pratice and hard or gentle yoga. The Life-Centre has a huge following and other than classes they also hold talks and teacher training programmes to anyone who would like to teach the disciplines or open up their own school. The centre is alos know for its impressive list of complementary therapies.

This is where I conquered my fear of Spinning…read more I finally did it. Took the plunge. Jumped on the seat. Spinned my a*s off. The Friday lunch class with Cris is a great intro. As its a shorter class, you won't be wanting to die for quite so long. (kidding). He's super high energy, and plays great music (Whitney!) that made everything feel not so terrible. A few things I had to learn: *you do not need special shoes. Athletic shoes are fine. *have the instructor help you adjust your bike if you are new. *bring some water. *bring a towel. *don't freak out, push yourself. I did this as part of the 30 day new client special (includes both GV studios, 30 days for 30 quid!) -- and did two spinning classes. Really great way to burn calories quickly, in a fun way and super high intensity. The class fitness was mixed so it never felt like a bunch of hardbodies (though there were some of those too!). This studio also has the Power Plates classes. It is housed in a basement, and is a bit more dated feeling than the Covent Garden studio. All of the lockers are out in the open (which is great) and the reception staff were always kind and friendly. Very close to Goodge Street Station. If you are freaked about spinning -- try this! The intro offer is stellar and you can try it for a fraction of the cost to see if you like it, and the studio is convenient for you. Unfortunately for me it's just a bit too far from work or home to make it a permanent part of the workout, but I have Good Vibes to thank for getting me out of my 10 year Spinning aversion!

I love Good Vibes! Seriously, I'm here at least 5 times a week…read more I was looking for a yoga studio to join after I moved to London from San Francisco... and thank god I found Good Vibes because it was everything I wanted (and more!) Ironically I seldom go to the yoga classes here, only because I love spin, pilates, and power plates so much more! The instructors are awesome, the classes are challenging, and you always leave feeling a little bit better than when you came in. Oh and there's also a student discount for memberships which is awesome for poor student folk like me.

Eastern Garden has moved venue and now it has a new Yoga Studio. It is lovely and the studio itself…read morehas natural light. There are all types of holistic classes from Yoga to Pilates to Tai Chi. I know a few of the instructors and the following classes I recommend you have a go! Mon Dynamic F & F Yoga 18:30 to 19:30 (Starts 26th March 2012) £15 Drop in £60 Course of 5 (£12 each) £80 Course of 8 (£10 each) Wed Pregnancy Yoga 12:00 to 13:00 (Starts 28th March 2012) £15 Drop in £60 Course of 5 (£12 each) £80 Course of 8 (£10 each) Thurs Yogalates 10:00 to 11:00 (Starts 29th March 2012) £15 Drop in £60 Course of 5 (£12 each) £80 Course of 8 (£10 each) The also have a private launch happening on the 14th March 2012 from 4pm to 8pm. You need to email easterngarden@susanyu.co.uk for the invite.

Had a terrible experience there. They wasted my time on a number of occasions with either the…read morepractitioner not there or changing them to someone that I did not want. Honestly do not waste your time or money. J

I have enjoyed different classes here as they have a great selection if you enjoy dance cardio,…read moreaerobics, interval, weights, boxing and barre. There are three studios and classes vary from 5 to 12 people on average. Classes are air conditioned so you won't completely overheat. I'm not a fan of the changing room, there is one that feels both cramped and on display as the door is permanently open to the main hall. There are two toilets, a few showers and a changing area with hairdryers. There is a charge to use towels but lockers are in the hall are free. I like the small waiting area as the tables come in handy before class. Their shakes are made fresh daily and delicious. Good selection of snacks and smoothies along with workout clothes. Now you can rent a kit if you forgot yours at home, no excuse to skip your workout! There are other locations so if this isn't convenient it's worth checking out. I will be back to sweat!

What a great addition to Victoria!! This place is fantastic, it's got top notch classes and the…read morebest instructors. Ladies, gents, it's definitely worth the investment! I went for the reformer pilates and it was just so easy to check in at the desk. Locker wise, you input your own code and wella, it's locked. No need to look for change - thank god, as I'm always have the wrong kinda coin and ah usually it's just such a hassle, so major thumbs up for this! Changing room wise, it does get quite congested around class time, especially as they have a few studios. I definitely have to squash to use the hairdressers and bench space. I guess that's what you get when a place is the new PLACE!! Shower wise you get products to use, which is great if you're forgetful like me. The only downside with the showers was I struggled to get hot water, but I didn't hear anyone else having a problem, so I guess I just need to figure them out... The studios are a good size and I can only speak for the Pilates equipment, but the reformer machines were top quality and no budget was spared. Cafe wise, they do a wide range of healthy juices and smoothies, which is a good touch! I got a super healthy green juice, which I loved! It wasn't cheap at £4.50, but it's the perfect tonic after a hard workout. Classes aren't cheap, so if you're looking for a budget option, this isn't the place. However, if you have cash to spend and fancy trying to some different styles of class, such as barre, a Bieber dance workshop, boxfit and many more, then this is the place!

The quality of the teaching is of a high level and there are many different types of Yoga to choose…read morefrom. Thursday mornings is a dynamic Yoga inspired by Vinyasa and Pilates. I do like this particular style, I find it a good all rounder when it comes to fitness, weight loss, detox and a destress. It is made for all levels, you come out feeling relaxed and also feel that you have had a great work out. It is based around the Notting Hill area and I do strongly recommend a visit.

I found this yoga studio on mind body online and went to the heated vinyasa class level 2. I loved…read morethat the studio was very full and there was an amazing group of dedicated and very advanced yogis. I didn't find the class overly vigorous unless you could do the most advanced poses. Nor was the heat great. That being said. The studio was very nice and very clean and I could see myself coming back and also eating at the adjoining cafe.

Triyoga Soho is a studio you will only go to if you happen to work slap bang in the centre of media…read moreLondon. It is nestled right in the middle of Soho on the top floor of the Kingly Centre in an area clumped with bars and restaurants. The venue itself is the top floor of an old warehouse and is a great space for exercising. The changing rooms are small and cramped, but hey who cares about those. Once again it comes down to the teachers. I have had teachers who prattle on about their life experience and spend one hour of every lesson telling you about they and their boyfriend came to yoga together. I have also had the fortune to go to Leela Miller's Thursday night yoga class at Soho Triyoga. She is by far and away the best teacher I have ever come across. She describes herself as from the Hawaiian school of yoga, a bit more chilled and with some interesting 'riffs' on standard postures. Whether you are a beginner or expert she is a fantastic enough teacher to make it worthwhile. I am just sad I now work elsewhere so I can't go. Triyoga Soho has to get 5* just for her classes. However, they also have some other good teachers and it is a damn convenient location.

Studio with a soul and integrity. If you are serious about yoga - Sangyé has everything to help you…read moregrow your practice, whether you are just starting (lucky you, to start there) or have been practicing for years. Hard working teachers - to serve their students better, to grow their own practice to be able to teach better; community of students, ready to help you, nice facilities. Sangyé regularly runs workshops and events, watch out for the updates on their website and FB page. I stepped into Sangyé Yoga School first time in 2016, during brief family weekend in London, and been so many times since - sometimes making plans to come to London just so that I could come back for a class or as many as I can make in a short time I am in London.

This is an ashtanga based yoga school where the classes are dynamic and physically demanding…read more Throughout the day there are up to seven classes to choose from with start times staggered from 7.30am till 9pm. The centre itself has a smart, hippy edge that spreads throughout two studios. Not just a physical thing, the classes involve chanting and a deep look at spirituality. Classes cost £12ph and £14 for hour and a half classes.