Really enjoyed a recent class with Kennedi at Mind the Mat's Clarendon location (on Fairfax Drive…read morein Arlington). You can tell she has a dance background, and it shows in how well she paces the class and how clear her cueing is. She paid close attention to form throughout, which I always appreciate in a pilates class, and her music selection was great too. Looking forward to catching her class again! The location is also a real plus -- right in the Clarendon-Ballston corridor, equidistant from both the Clarendon and Virginia Square metro stops. And the 4pm Sunday time slot is great: it lets you sleep in on the weekend and still get your workout in. Starting the week having already met an exercise goal really helps me set the right tone going into Monday.

Great studio and Erin is my favorite instructor. They're OG's in Arlington and the reputation is…read morewell deserved. Remember to bring your own mat ! Instructors are good and environment is welcoming.

Just a heads up this yoga studio has been renamed / rebranded as Rising Sol Yoga School. They still…read moreoffer a variety of hot yoga classes throughout the day in the same location in old town. Went here for years when I lived in the area and came back this year all confused when I tried to book a class. Rising Sol is on Mindbody. Sharing the knowledge

Dropped in for a rhythm cycling class on a Saturday with Mary. Mary is a great, motivating…read moreinstructor. The music was upbeat and fun. The workout was just what I needed. Would highly recommend this fitness studio.

Wow! What a special experience it is to attend a yoga class at Radiance Yoga…read more Even though this is a large studio with serious yogis, you won't experience the snobbiness and exclusivity that often comes with yoga studios today. Everyone, from staff to students is friendly and welcomings, which makes for a happy and welcoming atmosphere. The tea station and large round table is such a nice touch and really feeds the community atmosphere at the studio. I wish more yoga studios were like this. I took the Kundalini Yoga class with Sat Katar Singh. He's amazing. He is calm and wise with a playful sense of humor, which creates a nice energy in the class. I'll definitely return when I am back in town and I look forward to experiencing the wide range of classes and teachers that the studio offers.

Enjoyed my Flow yoga class here with Angelina. It was more challenging than I expected but I left…read morefeeling really good. I have been out of practice for a bit so this was a nice re-entry point. While the music and instruction and very quiet setting were different from my preferred yoga style, I will say that Angelina was a good teacher. The sequencing of the flow was great and I felt very challenged. I also appreciated how engaged she was with each student in different ways and the hands-on assistance she provided. I've been doing yoga for a while but there are still postures I'm confident aren't exactly right. She helped me correct a few and I was very grateful. She also recognized my flexibility and gave me additional adjustments/gentle pushes to get deeper into some postures. I also appreciated Mo at the front desk who was very nice and welcoming. Sometimes, when I come to smaller studios where everyone knows each other, I feel out of place but that wasn't the case here. Thanks, Radiance!

I contacted the studio because I wanted to plan a private yoga party for my birthday. From the very…read morebeginning, the front desk representative was incredibly helpful, providing me with all the information I needed and staying in contact with me throughout the entire planning process. She eventually connected me with the amazing Abigail via email. From the moment Abigail and I began communicating, it felt like I had known her for months. She was warm, pleasant, professional, and extremely helpful every step of the way. Fast forward to today, May 31st -- the day of my private hot yoga birthday party -- I finally had the opportunity to meet Abby in person, and she was just as amazing, caring, and welcoming as she had been over email. I loved how she took the time to learn everyone's first name and greeted each guest personally. She was attentive throughout the session, noticing when some of my guests were getting too hot and thoughtfully adjusting the temperature. She was also very accommodating to two of my guests, which I truly appreciated. What stood out most was how she created a space where we could be ourselves, have fun, bring our energy, and still stay connected to the yoga flow. Every single one of my guests spoke highly of Abby and her exceptional customer service. This experience was everything I hoped for and more. I will definitely be returning soon!

Such an amazing studio! Amy, Janine, and Kimberly are such great instructors! I love this place and…read moreit's always the highlight of my day! Be prepared to sweat (a lot!) Studio is very spacious and has a lot of natural light. Music selection is great! My favorite classes are the Hot Tone + Stretch and the Hot Hamstrings and Spines!

This was not my first session with Kim doing "bodywork" but it was the first time with my foot…read moreissue. Kim has also worked on my oldest son and my youngest son. The Studio is always nice, clean and quiet. Kim is amazing and extremely talented. Her knowledge and professionalism is unsurpassed. If you have a problem that you can't seem to get passed or fixed I recommend Kim to assist with Bodywork Therapy. It is truly amazing how the brain and body works!

I'm new to yoga, and really, really not a flexible person. V-sit and reach was a -1 at best in…read morehigh school :) For this reason, I'm embarrassed to try at big gyms, but can't afford a private lesson. The group classes at the Pilates Room are small enough to give me the personal attention I need. The instructors have SUCH great attitudes!! I've had unfortunate lessons elsewhere where I felt I was being talked down to (it's tough for a novice), while here I feel like family. The massages are great too! I'm used to asking for more pressure just about everywhere I go, but when I asked this of my favorite masseuse here, Daniella, I had to tell her to back off! Seriously the first time I've said this during a massage! Can't recommend this place enough. The owner, Janine, has seriously put together the most talented, attentive staff I've come across. Keeping things small has given her the ability to exercise complete quality control. Go check it out, I promise you won't be disappointed, and you'll feel great after whatever session you attend.

I joined Margaret for the prenatal yoga class. I have done a couple sessions with her so far. I had…read morepretty severe leg and groin pain and Margaret personalized my session to work on the specific issue. Not only she has a deep knowledge of movements and physiology and the experience to go with it but she also goes the extra mile for her clients. She genuinely seems to love what she does and is very good at it. I benefitted a lot after the session and the pain was significantly reduced after just one class and I felt great over all. The studio is simple and low key, that works for me as long as the classes are good. I wish the session would not end at 6 weeks and would go on longer.

Those of you that have had an excellent Yoga teacher in the past will be very impressed with…read moreMargaret. She is highly knowledgeable in the practice, and as importantly, in the human body. As others have noted, she pays great attention to your alignment, which is very important as doing yoga improperly can cause problems, especially in the knee and wrist. She is good at remembering individual limitations and injuries and reminds you to modify or pass if a particular move is not right for you. I am still on the initial Groupon trial, but am liking it very much. I have taken the Sat 1045 vinyasa class, which seems to be popular. Each Saturday there are a few more Groupon newbies, so sometimes Margaret modifies to accommodate, but you still get a great class. This is a good class and can be a reasonable "power yoga" workout if you are properly putting all your muscles into it. If you want more of a challenge for flexibility and advanced poses, and strength, then try the Ashtanga offering - there will be a lot fewer people too (or certainly fewer once you get invited to the intermediate Ashtanga class.) I have not tried the Vinyasa flow "experienced", I suspect that is a more rigorous class than the Sat Open Vinyasa. Hmm, sounds like a plan. The studio is small, but adequate, you don't need a big, fancy health club to do good yoga, I suspect the opposite is true. I like the plants in the front of the room, they add a pleasant touch. Some have complained about the door buzzer, I can understand that. So next time you buzz in, why don't you hang out at the door and let the next person in so there is one less buzz ;-) Pay it forward, when you are let it, hang at the door for the next person or until the studio opens for class. If everyone did that, there would only be one buzz a class. Easy street parking. May 2013 Update: went back and took the Vinyassa "Variation" class today and enjoyed it. Margaret has decided to mix Vinyassa up a bit. This month she is concentrating on arm balances. Aug 2014 Update: after about 6 flow classes I was invited to Primary Ashtanga, which I instantly loved. It is the same routine every week, which is prep for the next Ashtanga, which is prep for the next... So it is not for everyone, but if you also want a "power" yoga workout, you can really push yourself on this and make it very hard. You will need an invite, please don't just show up if you have never practiced it before! Note to Ashley: Margaret has addressed your concerns and the class start and stop time are much more exact . You are correct, it not appropriate for a dog to wander around, so dogs are no longer permitted.

I took my first beginner yoga class at Past Tense late last year, and it was the best decision I've…read moremade for physical and mental health. I enjoy the studio's welcoming atmosphere and quality instructors, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a yoga studio. First, their Beginner Yoga classes are excellent for both new and seasoned practitioners; the instructors teach and correct form as needed. I still attend beginner classes because I enjoy the slower pace and focus on instruction and form. I prefer slower/intentional-paced yet still challenging classes, so I go to Slow Flow classes. Slow Flow has been my favorite class at Past Tense so far. Highly recommend trying Slow Flow if you enjoy feeling your muscles/body working. As for other reviewers complaining about being locked out of classes for being late, I've never experienced that because I'm usually so eager to take a class that I show up early! The studio makes it very clear that late attendees will not be admitted. If you're someone who struggles to show up on time to places/events/work, showing up to yoga classes early so you won't get locked out is a wonderful opportunity for self-improvement--my two cents.

A great community with great teachers. Always feel welcomed. A big variety of classes and teaching…read morestyles. Highly recommend this studio!

Love everything about this studio from Olivia the manager to all of the fab teachers and owner…read more Highly recommend!

Lalita Method is my favorite Pilates/Wellness studio! I've been taking Pilates classes and using…read morethe recovery methods since they opened. Lalita truly feels like a second home. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and caring. Olivia and the other concierge staff create a beautiful, calming atmosphere which makes every visit a pleasure. Lalita is more than just Pilates they also have recovery offerings which include the infrared sauna and an amazing red light therapy bed. Plus, unlimited members get access to the gym! I'm looking forward to trying their new offering PNOĒ metabolic testing/analysis with the option of a nutritionist consult. Lalita has everything you need to move, recover, and feel your best. Can't recommend it enough!