Yogamaya

New York, 151 W 19th St 3rd floor, New York, NY 10011 | ★ 4.7 (84 Review)

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Archana Shree

★ 5

Yoga here is all about the flow. There's a pattern to the structure but each flow is completely different all the flows so it keeps you coming back. Two years of taking classes here, I am still going back for more! This is not your meaningless yoga as workout or hot yoga classes. There is a purpose here - the teachers build their classes to focus (strength and stretch) on a specific body parts and/or work towards a peak pose.

The beautifully decorated studio, calming vibes, spacious rooms, comfortable bathrooms and changing rooms, clean, high quality props, sturdy mats all add up to make this a must check out studios in the city!

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Daniela Kanfer

★ 5

Beautiful space. Teachers who bring a lot to each and every class. Very welcoming positive vibe.
Love this place.

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Alia Carangelo

★ 5

My favorite place to practice 🙏 Next level teaching with a serene environment and breathtaking space to move and congregate. This isn’t just a yoga studio, it’s a sanctuary for peaceful people in the heart of NYC. Go be transformed—Your heart will thank you.💜🦚🪈

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Clara Johnson

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Kruti Mehta

★ 5

Simply the best yoga studio around, and I have tried a lot. I started coming here to help me cope with a head injury and have deepened my yoga practice so quickly since starting here just 4 months ago, that I can hardly believe some of the things my body can do now. Truly expert teachers guiding you in a beautiful, serene space.

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Michelle Manevich

★ 5

Beautiful atmosphere, people and great flow!

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Gao Fang

★ 5

Every teacher has a unique style and a way to make a great experience

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Gladys Ruiz

★ 1

I was really looking forward to trying this studio, but unfortunately, I had a frustrating experience. I arrived a few minutes late and they refused to let me join the class. Nowhere on ClassPass did it state that there was a strict cut-off time. I understand the importance of punctuality, but clear policies should be communicated upfront, especially for new visitors. It felt unnecessarily rigid, and I was disappointed by the lack of flexibility.

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Olivia Ferraro

★ 5

I can’t say enough good things about yogamaya! The studio is clean, teachers are skilled and kind, and the community is warm and welcoming. As soon as I took my first class at YM, it became the only studio at which I practice. Bryns classes spoil me and I cant practice elsewhere! Her cues and assists are spectacular, very embodying.

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Pooja

★ 2

I am genuinely really disappointed in this business. I left a review on ClassPass providing genuine feedback around their class and was met with a lot of defensiveness.

The class has a veeeery cult-y vibe. There’s a well known cult known as the Hare Krishna cult that has weaponized ancient Indian practices, and whitewashed them for American consumption. The instructor was singing these songs. Tbh, I would have been able to look past that if she wasn’t playing Indian bhajans, true Vedic songs, that was not sung by Indian people. This is why I think it is white washed. They don’t really have any class - if you’re gonna try to incorporate Indian music and philosophy, at least listen to music made my Indians.

I really liked the instructor, she was a great energy to be around, but 15 years of yoga practice (which is what the business gloated about in their review) does not negate my lived experience as a brown person. It’s not her I have an issue with, it’s truly this institution that did not take the feedback about the cult and its practice. Y’all really should be ashamed.

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Xiao Tan

★ 5

Yogamaya is an oasis of tranquility in the bustling city. The studio's serene atmosphere instantly sets a calming tone as you walk in. The instructors are highly knowledgeable, supportive, and skilled in guiding both beginners and advanced practitioners. The classes offer a perfect balance of challenge and relaxation, with a variety of styles to suit everyone. The sense of community here is wonderful, making every visit a refreshing and uplifting experience. If you're looking to deepen your practice or find a peaceful retreat, Yogamaya is the place to be. Highly recommend!

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Ignacio Arce

★ 4

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Stephanie Jackson

★ 5

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Sophie Fu

★ 5

This is a hidden gem in Manhattan. Very convenient location, peaceful atmosphere, and amazing instructors. It feels like time / life can really pause for an hour at Yogamaya. The lessons are fun but also beginner friendly. Highly recommend!

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Krystal Zhou

★ 1

Wow this is ridiculous… I’m waiting at the studio right now booked through class pass and accidentally booked the wrong time. I meant to come at 2 but booked 12:30 instead. It’s the same class the same instructor but the owner won’t let me in. Completely don’t understand the reasoning behind this. They said the instructor won’t get paid but it’s the SAME instructor? The worst part is I came with a friend and I would have to wait here for an hour for her and they are saying I can’t stay here and wait either unless the manager says it’s fine.

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If you really wanted to be understanding and helpful, there’s a really easy way of working around the policy. Checking me into the other class and let me take this one instead would not hurt anyone. I’m also a certified yoga teacher, I guess from my point of view, I wouldn’t want to be the reason my student has a bad day because I turn them away for a simple mistake, especially when I know that we live in a very stressful time and most ppl seek yoga for relaxation and adjustment of their mindset on the weekends. Not accusing the studio of anything I actually had a great experience the first 3 times I was here, I do think there’s pretty big difference between running a business (putting decorative culture furnitures, burning incense, and reading a performative quote from a book at the beginning a class) and actually care about helping ppl through the philosophy of yoga.

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Nicole Asava

★ 5

Just left another wonderful vinyasa class at Yogamaya. They have fantastic teachers, a gorgeous, super clean space, a welcoming community, and the staff is friendly and incredibly helpful. I love that they do things outside of vinyasa classes, like a restorative yoga nidra with guided meditation, and a sound bath (pictured below). I look forward to seeing more of those workshops. Overall if you live/work in Chelsea/Flatiron/Union Square you should 100% make this your go-to studio, and even if you don’t (I live in Brooklyn) make it your studio. Your body/mind/spirit will thank you.

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Hinal Patel

★ 5

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Brian

★ 5

Yogamaya is an NYC gem. The studio has warm vibes and exceptional teachers (in the broadest sense). Danielle leads the most epic Level 2/3 vinyasa flows and has a way of guiding us into poses that we probably never would have attempted if we knew where we were going. Amanda M introduces super subtle movements to get us in touch with and align our bodies, while somehow always motivating us to push beyond what we’re giving. The classes here transcend the physical asanas of yoga, with small yet impactful teachings, moving us toward deeper awareness, appreciation, and a quieting of the mind. Grateful for this place!

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B E

★ 5

Great studio that I can tell - had my first class and it was spot on. Instructor was good, little bit of assistance, nice flow. The room was very warm with the radiators but I didn’t mind it. Love that they have mats and props for you so you don’t have to carry through the city. I’d definitely recommend and hope to head back again soon.

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Alyssa Malgapo

★ 5

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Lauren Pellettieri

★ 5

Such a beautiful space, it feels sacred. Love the classes and teaching philosophy here

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Sasha Turner

★ 5

A great place to start your journey into the world of yoga and meditation

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Maria Guerrero

★ 5

This place is awesome. Not only the teachers, who are all really Kind and proffesional, but also all people working there, helpfull and charming. I had a great time there, for sure would repeat whenever come back to NY.

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Michelle Green

★ 5

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Joy Sun

★ 5

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Anthony Hancock

★ 5

My absolute favorite yoga studio in NYC

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Melissa Feeney

★ 5

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Barbara Fultner

★ 5

Amazing classes, incredibly knowledgeable instructors, awesome energy. Meticulous attention to every detail about the space and structure of the classes in order to create a welcoming atmosphere and build a thriving and supportive yoga community. Even the online experience continues to be excellent and keeps you connected when you can't be at the studio in person.

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Elsie Wong

★ 5

One of the best yoga studios in NYC. Love taking classes with Danielle and Lindsey! The studio is clean and calming, and they have props and mats (the good kinds) for you. They have a bathroom and also changing areas.

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Aliza

★ 5

This studio will always have a special place in my heart when I am there, it feels like I am home.

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florencia ardissone

★ 5

Yogamaya is my go to studio- I have been practicing yoga for the past +15 years and I always have something new to learn in the studio - Bryn and the rest of the teachers are fantastic human beings and there is no class that does not uplift me. Thank you YogaMaya!

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Stephanie

★ 5

Got a 2 week unlimited pass and tried to go every day. For any other studio I would have given up, but there is something religiously therapeutic and freeing about this place. It's more than just yoga. It's meditation. It's therapy. It's art. It's spirituality. This place is so special and different from most other yoga studios. If I lived closer I would literally come here every day. The music they play is relaxing and energetic and connects to your soul. This place is where New Yorkers go to rejuvenate from the hustle and bustle of grinding it out in the city.

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Erin Dorman

★ 5

Jeff’s Saturday level 2-3 was an excellent flow, great instruction, well times cue’s and good music! Worth it. Just wish the studio had water to refill your water bottle.

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Julia Napiewocki

★ 5

This is one of the best studios in Manhattan. Friendly staff, clean studio, and gorgeous space to practice. Can't say enough good things about it

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Marisa Brossard

★ 5

Anytime I’m scheduled to take a class at yogamaya, I look forward to it. The teachers are as knowledgeable as they are kind and welcoming, this on top of the fact that the studio itself is BEAUTIFUL. I am constantly recommending my friends to take class here!

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Anna Eckhardt

★ 5

I dropped in today for the first time and had such a lovely, warm and welcoming experience from the moment I was greeted at the door. I loved the energy of the instructor and genuinely felt supported in whatever ability I brought to each pose. There is a lot of radiating love and genuine connection here. I am looking forward to coming back regularly to this special place.

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Natalija Trojanovic

★ 5

My favorite yoga studio in the neighborhood! After going on a month-long hunt for a yoga studio in the city, I have finally found the perfect spot - Yogamaya! The teachers are great, the staff is welcoming, and classes are emotionally and physically powerful. Grateful to have this space :)

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Laura Apperson-Pink

★ 5

I found Yogamaya right before the pandemic hit. After the first class I took, I knew I had found a very, very special community. When everything went virtual, I continued on with classes. Every class is dynamic, interesting, and surprising, and I learn something new about my body, my mind, and/or my yoga practice every time I take a (physical or virtual) class. There's a class and an instructor for every level and need. The owner, Bryn, is one of the kindest, most welcoming, and knowledgable people I've ever met, and the instructors are similarly warm, intelligent, and so wonderful. I'm so proud that Yogamaya is my yoga home!

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Michelle

★ 5

I found this studio on my Classpass app whilst visiting New York. It's a really lovely studio. Dawn was super welcoming as was the instructor. There were some regular attendees and they were friendly. I'd definitely recommend this studio for all levels of ability. Props were available and I was able to just show my NHS vaccination record as proof of vaccination status.

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Richard Itskovich

★ 5

Awesome atmosphere. Challenging classes. Very friendly. Yoga classes for all skill levels. I will be back.

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Benjamin Root

★ 5

This is the yoga studio you've been looking for. I promise. The classes are amazing, with a range of levels for experts and novices alike. It is a welcoming, ambient, communal, and spiritually centering place, and I regularly hear newcomers go up to instructors with a gleeful exclamation of "this is the best yoga class I've ever been to", "this is the greatest my spine has felt in ages", or simply "oh my gosh, thank you." The rates are great, and the trial membership package is cheap and gives you unlimited classes to find out what suits you. Tangentially, even the UI of their phone app is great, which makes booking seamless.

My only caution is that once you start taking classes here its genuinely hard to go elsewhere, as it feels like you're settling.

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Josie Brown

★ 5

Recently started using this studio. Have had a great experience so far. I typically take level one classes. All of my instructors have been very helpful and the space is nice.

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Asia McCardle

★ 5

Love this place! ❤️

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Phillip DeLeonardis

★ 5

i just wanted to let you know that Yogamaya requires proof of vaccination and this policy is strictly enforced. I’m writing this to save others the disappointment of finding out at the door that proof is required. We look forward to the day when we can come back to experience amazing yoga and the wonderful Bryn (we used to live in NY and went to Bryn’s classes - she is amazing!)

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rdl5139

★ 5

Amazing! Can’t wait to join the reopening class this week. Such a vibe that I have so missed!

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Colin Maxwell

★ 5

I've loved this studio for probably 10 years. Such a great atmosphere and sense of community.

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rob

★ 5

Yogamaya is one of the few exceptional yoga studios in nyc. It has stood the test of time based on the talent and commitment of its staff and support of its community. This is not a corporate studio. It is owned and operated by a long-time yoga teacher. They really care at Yogamaya and it shows. The studio is beautiful and intimate and clean. The teachers know what they are doing. Highly recommend it!

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Bill Mulligan

★ 5

While I've only done Zoom classes (I live in Connecticut), but I make a point of leveraging Yogamaya's flexible Zoom schedule because the quality of instruction really is incredible. Post-COVID I will be sure to travel the 90 minutes to the studio-- the community really is that great!

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Meaghan Bhat

★ 5

Yogamaya is the ONLY vinyasa studio in NYC that knows what it is doing. What do I mean by that? Well, Yogamaya classes make students of all body sizes and colors feel confident, yogamaya classes teach authentic alignment that helps students safely practice poses as they build strength in mobility, yogamaya classes give you a great workout, are FUN and present AUTHENTIC Vedic lineage yoga--- no colonization here. I dont have ONE bad thing to say about Yogamaya. I have practiced at 15 different studios in NYC, and Yogamaya is the only one that is absolutely perfect. I'm spoiled now, I cannot stand other yoga classes!

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Joanna Li

★ 5

I can’t say enough wonderful things about Yogamaya and the incredible community Bryn has cultivated that brings their beautiful space alive. I found Yogamaya in 2014 and its teachers and classes have been a source of light ever since. I can’t wait for their next iteration and will continue taking online classes in the meantime!

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Rozh Roux

★ 5

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Jeremy Kavalan

★ 3

Great space and good instructors. The downside is on popular times, they cram too many people into one studio. I get that its NYC, but you should have enough space to not touch someone on a fold across your mat.

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Eli Howe

★ 5

Love me some Yogamaya. They have some truly lovely teachers.

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William Tyner

★ 5

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Nikki Holzberg

★ 5

Without a doubt my favorite yoga studio in NYC. This is the most beautiful studio - so spacious, soooo zen, beautiful wooden carvings and gorgeous facilities. And the studios are QUIET. Allie is the best teacher!!! Her classes have the perfect balance of physical challenge and that sacred deeper yoga experience. This is NOT a core power yoga experience, thank goodness! She plays a beautiful instrument at the beginning of class, has a thoughtful message, and her sequence is always interesting and challenging to just the right amount. She gives such specific detailed instructions that I always get that extra something out of each position. 100% recommend!!

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Santiago Andrigo

★ 5

Staff and teachers are friendly and professional. Sometimes it gets a bit crowded, but if you arrive 10 mins early it's rare not to have enough space. Their philosophy is very peaceful while still doing challenging yoga.

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Rob E

★ 5

Really great experience here dropping in from out of town

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Claire Lines-Mattei

★ 5

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Romain Debordeaux

★ 5

Great studio with knowledgeable teachers. It does get a little crowded some times but nothing too crazy for new York City.

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Ling Curtis

★ 5

Staff and teachers are great and friendly. Have been to many yoga places where it feels like a rush / soul-cycle type workout class which isn’t the point! Always feel zen / mindfully cleansed after a class. Great they are on classpass. Clean facilities and love the decor. Recommended!

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Delilah K

★ 3

Been here twice, not sure if I got unlucky but both times the instructors were very quick and mumbly so it was hard to catch any of their cues. I appreciate a studio that's spacious and clean, but the ambiguous Asian decor definitely felt a little superficial.

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Maryna Kovtun

★ 5

O like teachers there

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Hanjing Zhang

★ 5

I really enjoyed my visit of this yoga studio.

I think Anna is an amazing yoga instructor. I consider myself a Level 2 student. I learn many new poses from Anna, and her flow and focuses on poses suited me perfectly.I think her class was good combination of stretches and building strength.

Studio itself is clean and friendly.

I will surely visit again when I am in town next time!

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Chase

★ 5

I've been coming here randomly for over a year. My favorite Yoga spot in an area full of Yoga spots.

* Always clean
* Nice decor
* Great teachers.

Only downside is that it can be super crowded during the Holidays. But normal weekday / weekend classes are ok.

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Fotios Hatzis

★ 5

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Len Yeh

★ 4

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Gloria Woo

★ 5

Great studio space. Took a L2 class with Danielle. Loved her sequences and flow.

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Jeff Carpenter

★ 4

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Marlene Sim

★ 5

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★ 5

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Beatrice Mazza

★ 5

Una location meravigliosa dove sentirsi a proprio agio. Insegnanti qualificate e spazi molto ampi. Tappetini in buone condizioni. Props anche. Spogliatoi belli e più di un bagno disponibile. Da provare.

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Chad Woodford

★ 5

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Eric Frawley

★ 5

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Sahara Standard

★ 5

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Ashley Yang

★ 5

Great teachers and class is so much fine! I love that the instructors take 5 minutes to allow everyone to play with a hard pose. One of the best yoga classes and studio that I've been to in NYC.

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Sarah Martin Montross

★ 5

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Daniela Crocco

★ 5

Great space, great teachers. Always makes me feel very welcome.

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ife oko

★ 5

This place represent an escape from the craziness of the world to a place of rest.

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Stephanie Hagemeister

★ 5

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Marcie Quintana

★ 5

YogaMaya is such a great studio! Not only is the atmosphere peaceful and calm, but the teachers are excellent and really trustworthy.

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Janet Papis

★ 5

I love YOGAMAYA. If this studio were closer to work, I'd be a frequent regular. They've created a welcoming and open space that feels like an oasis from city life, and their teachers are very knowledgeable. I always look forward to coming here.

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Arielle Fox

★ 5

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Jennifer Sethman

★ 5

I have been practicing yoga with Bryn and Stacey years before they opened Yogamaya and have learned so much from them. They have created a wonderful studio filled with inspiring teachers who are very experienced and creative. This yoga studio is one of the reasons I love NYC.

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Dionisia

★ 5

Awesome classes, warm environment, great vibes.

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