Yoga near Corte Madera

“I simply love the quality of instruction! As a fully trained yoga instructor, I appreciate the unique sequencing that many teachers @Metta offer each and every time. Gillian Confair, Stephanie Phelan, and July have truly impressed me with the layering of very refined instruction. I am in grad school and the 7am classes are super convenient to start the day grounded and embodied. Lastly, I love the community aspect.“

“I’ve been doing yoga for about 15 yrs now and try to go when traveling in US and internationally. Some great studios out there but this is still my favorite which is great because I live locally. While slightly different approaches all the teachers are consistent with their intensity and high energy.It’s Susan’s studio so she has the following and her classes during the week are usually 6 / 8 / 9:15 am weekdays and 8 / 9:15 am weekends. Heather probably has the second biggest following and does body sculpt on Tue and Thu at noon with other power yoga classes throughout the week. Obviously refer to actual schedule but like I said all the teachers are consistent.Some things to note:* Since moving 100 ft to other side of the complex the studio is intentionally much warmer. Its power flow, not bikram, but as hot as bikram. Bring a towel and drink a lot of water even if you think you don’t sweat* Not important but interesting compared to other studios I’ve been to but 30-50%+ of the classes are made up of males. Not sure what that says but it is interesting.* Might be the only studio that has a strong following from the students and athletes from the local high schools for the 6 am and weekend classes. I don’t think I would attend a 6 am anything when I was in high school* if you are going on a holiday, especially major holidays (thanksgiving eve / day, xmas eve / day, etc.) get there early as the space fills up.* there are no bells or bowls that make ringing sounds. Studio is high energy and so is the music.Anyway, great studio with great teachers who are super welcoming no matter your level. They just want you there.Not sure why it took me so long to post ?“

“Dropped in while I was travelling through San Fran. Incredibly welcoming team, a fantastic location and awesome gym full of everything you need to get a workout in. A real shame I wasn’t staying longer!! Well done guys 10/10“

“Rebecca is an amazing person and healer. She took the time to get to know me and my goals. She created a customized treatment plan and we achieved my goals. She is empathetic and caring. Highly recommended. I sent friends to her after the first treatment!“

“SIM is a very unique pole dance studio where you are encouraged to focus on movement that feels good to your body instead of focusing on how you look in your movement (there are no mirrors). This place is very special to me as it’s a space where I can truly unplug after a long day of work and leave feeling rejuvenated. The studio has amazing teachers who teaches with so much heart and are very supportive. This movement is much more than just pole dancing and how you choose to experience it is entirely up to your choosing. Thank you to everyone at SIM who has created and continues to hold this safe and judgement free space while honoring the fact that we are all on our own unique journeys.“

“YES! This is my new favorite workout. Sharon truly excels in her field. Her innovative approach inspires her students to continuously progress. Moreover, her distinctive teaching style and techniques fulfill her promises of healing and integrating Pilates into our daily lives. As a result, everything feels lighter and more effortless.“

“I love working with Samantha. Her effectiveness as a healing practitioner springs from her immense dedication to her clients, her curiosity about body and spirit, and her skill and sensitivity as an acupuncturist. Her open-heartedness as she listens and “feels into” what is happening with you is sensational. She is committed to finding a way to help, no matter what difficulty is presenting itself. I always feel heard and taken care of by her. She has helped me with specific issues I didn’t think could be “fixed,” along with calming down my nervous system in general. She is a great companion for improving health!“

“Great classes! May Mei and Adrian are excellent teachers. Would recommend to friends.“

“Hot yoga is an incredibly important aspect of my life and the location I go to needs to be great to support that. I took their introductory one-week special and immediately signed up to continue classes for the foreseeable future.I've taken classes with Alex, Rikk, Haleli, and Genie and am so excited to have found this spot.It's wonderful because all of the staff are pleasant and wonderful people which has the yogis catch the same positive feelings, the instructions are clear, understanding, and help me maintain my center, and the room has everything you'd need to hop in and get going.I love it here and I'm sure you would too :)“

“Janet helped me to reduce my stress and anxiety with a therapeutic massage. Afterwards, my head felt like it was going to fall of my shoulders because everything was so relaxed… it’s a good thing.“

“Glow is the best! Glow has been essential for growing my yoga, Pilates, and meditation practices through a wonderful range of class offerings. Beautiful studio. Inspired atmosphere. Outstanding teachers. Welcoming community. An oasis in North Beach.“

“I had been working with Connor for 1-2 weeks when I got an MRI result telling me I had a torn labrum, with bursitis in my rotator cuff. I had very limited range of motion, not being able to hold my arm over my head or do a lateral raise without pain. I am a tennis player, and I hadn’t served in nearly two months. However over the following 5-6 weeks Connor worked very frequently with me to get my shoulder back on track. In that stretch Connor’s commitment and dedication to getting me healthy again showed in numerous ways. He would meet me as early as I needed, and would even get out on the tennis court early in the morning with me. I saw results very quickly. I first regained my strength, and then certain movements became less painful until ultimately it felt resolved. Connor is hyper analytical and has an answer for everything. He knows when to push and when to back off. He will give you extensive reports of your sessions and overall shows a sense of care, passion, commitment, and diligence that is extremely rare. I’m truly amazed at how quickly my shoulder has healed given the state of it 5-6 weeks ago. Thanks Connor!“

“The Pad is a great studio! I like it because it is close to my house, parking is relatively easy and they offer many different classes everyday. I feel like post-covid, many yoga studios only offer a couple of classes a day and I appreciate having more options. It is a very calm and relaxing environment and folks of all levels are welcomed and challenged. The teachers range from very good to really freakin' awesome - there are a couple who clearly know their stuff and have a lot of experience to share.“

“I found Sam through a friend's referral. I had a wonderful massage. Sam is very knowledgeable and caring. He spends time getting you know you and your needs. I highly recomend Sam.“

“Erika is the BEST teacher!! She is professional and kind and skilled. This is the first type of exercise that has not hurt me after many injuries in my life. I'm very grateful to her and to have found Gyrotonics. I highly recommend her. Her studio is as peaceful as she is, and though I'm strengthening my body with her help, I feel like I'm restoring it as well. I always leave feeling calmer and more at peace while stronger and walking taller.“

“Brian is the best yoga instructor ever! My sister is going through really serious health issues and she enrolled his class only couple weeks ago ,l can't believe how quickly she recovered from meningitis and muscle aches! she is doing so well now! We can't thank enough for Brian &BodyTonic !“

“Apologies to Michelle and the business for my last review.Michelle is a wonderful person and she did reach out to me and we sorted thinks out.I will try to remove the previous review but in case I am unable to do so please disregard it. Thank you“

“Dana is a wonderful practitioner who has helped me to restore. wonderful, safe setting.“

“I have been working out with Heberto for years and can attest that he is the absolute BEST. He understands body mechanics, is an excellent motivator, and is a great guy to boot. The Space has brand new equipment for every type of workout. Highly recommend!!“

“Yasue is such a gifted healer. A session with her will melt away all tension and anxiety. Several sessions might even be life changing. I cannot recommend her highly enough as she provides something that is truly rare and magical that your body and spirit will thank you for long after the session is over.“

“So grateful for in-person Yoga again! Been to 2 classes so far and look forward to many more. All levels/most practices offered weekly plus special events.“

“Colleen is so wonderful! A couple days after my visit with her, my baby flipped from his breech position and I'm feeling better physically and mentally. She was able to see me just a few days after I contacted her through her website and was incredibly warm and thoughtful in her approach. I highly recommend her to other mamas!“

“Best massage therapist I have ever been to. My husband and I both used to see here regularly. I would still be seeing her if we hadn't moved. I have serious health issues that cause chronic pain and she helped keep it under control. I miss her. Haven't found anyone close to as good as Francoise, before or since.“

“Appreciate the response Madeline! I visited the studio a few more times and found that the cleanliness improved - maybe because i went during a busy time and people were walking around the bathroom with shoes on so light floor looked dirty!! On another note, I like the teachers at this studio a lot. I took a morning class with Gerianna last week and I was the only person who showed up at first. She didn't make me feel uncomfortable at all and was still excited to teach. I really appreciated that! Two other people joined later so it felt less awkward, but overall it was a great class. Recognized that I was a bit harsh in my first review so wanted to update this. :)“

“Julia Lorimer Yoga Center of Marin 518 A Tamalpais Dr Corte Madera, CA 94925 5.0 star ratings 6/5/2022 It gives me great pleasure to write to people interested in yoga. I think that Julia Lorimer is the best yoga instructor in the SF Bay Area. Her knowledge base is very broad and comprehensive. Yet for yoga class, all you need to do is listen carefully when she directs your body. I started a few years ago and I wasn't seeing results for over a year. The pandemic got in the way until we used Zoom. Julia gives us links to her classes. I made a point f taking her yoga class from a linked class and started a new yoga schedule, taking it at least 3's a week. My body transformed. I was so amazed that I developed "yoga butt." I am now stronger than ever. Julia has the amazing ability to combine her deep knowledge of a few schools of yoga, her deep understanding of kinesthetics, anatomy, physiology, and yoga poses that she brilliantly even sometimes invents. I have been in dance class since I was four. I have taken a ton of yoga classes all over the bay area and online. I will not take a class if it is not taught by Julia. One must attend class on a regular basis and once in class, just listen quietly and Julia will take you on the most exquisite yoga journey that will transform your body in an hour and a half. It is with the greatest pleasure that I urge you to participate in the best yoga workout you have ever experienced as you grow to understand your own body's strengths and limitations that will only expand if you remain rigorous with your practice. Please come and join us. Everyone welcomes you, especially Julia. Thank you, Melanie Hahn“

“Jodi is a skilled practitioner of yoga! She is a wonderfully spirited person with high energy and charisma. She is a great motivator and excellent if you need a little guidance. I only had the pleasure of being under her instruction once but with that one class, I left feeling less stressed, more mindful, centered, and peaceful. Most importantly I felt like I got an amazing workout!! Best of both worlds!! I can't wait for the community class at strawberry rec!“

“10/10 recommend!I love the Viniyoga class with Lynn. I did the intro offer and had a great experience with the group yoga therapy classes and a wonderful private session. It is so much more than yoga. Our family friend recommended stress management sessions at SMC and it has made a huge difference for him and for me. You should try it!“