★ 5

Lovely studio with great teachers! Great big practice room, welcoming decor, and the skylights make me so happy. Both the staff and students are very diverse, which makes it feel like a place that everybody can find their center.

There's free tea and hot water on tap, which is great. Bathrooms are stocked with hairbands and tampons, which is great. As a member, you can store your yoga mat at the studio, which is essential to my ease of going to yoga. There are a lot of classes and class times; there's always something convenient and interesting. Also, it's regular temperature yoga, thank goodness, haha.

Online class sign ups are super easy. Pricing is great - $165 a month for unlimited classes is normal pricing in the area and I feel like you get so much for the price.

Livanna is my absolute favorite teacher - I wish they would give her more time slots! Andrea is another stand out. Honestly though, I haven't taken a bad class here, all of the teachers are amazing.

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Beautiful space, great staff. I loved yesterday’s yoga class w Amanda. Interactive and restorative, it was exactly what I needed 😌

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★ 5

Lovely little yoga studio! Clean and serene. Helpfully located next to free 1-hour parking at Trader Joe’s and grab a treat after at Arizmendi. I love going to Jessica’s (Jess) classes!

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★ 5

Such a wonderful opportunity this week to take three classes at Arise Yoga! The studio is spacious, comfortable and so inviting!
However it is the caliber, warmth and dedication to practice from the staff that stands out the most. Thank you so much!

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The studio has a great variety of excellent teachers, and a lovely community of yogis in every class. On top of the weekly schedule, there’s always something new at the weekends. Really enjoyed Alex’s Pilates-inspired workshop and Lyz’s Nutcracker-themed class just before the Holidays!

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Beautifully kept space and wonderful community! All of the instructors are great. So excited they opened a location in SF as well!

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You can’t schedule a class here without tech. What if I was a little old lady who isn’t tech savvy enough for that? Or what if I just don’t want to use technology to take a yoga class? Well I can’t come here. And the teacher was too wordy for me. Sheesh. For all those words maybe you can actually say the NAME OF THE POSE you’re taking us into.

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★ 5

Friendly staff, beautiful environment and knowledgeable instructors

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This is a great yoga studio with lots of variety in its offerings. I love the more spiritually focused classes, particularly Victoria's slow flow class (currently 9 on Wednesdays). She is very informed and teaches the why as well as the what (without talking too much)! Great class.

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★ 5

Such a sweet space with warm wonderful teachers. Their deal for new members is awesome!

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At the beginning of the summer, I decided to invest in a monthly membership at Arise Yoga, and it the BEST decision I've made in a very long time. Since I can store my mat at the beautiful studio and easily sign up for an array of classes, I have found myself getting into a yoga routine that has eluded me in the past. So far, I have been able to attend 2-3 classes a week, and I feel like a new person. I have now worked with five different teachers, each one so welcoming, clear, and inspiring. Arise Yoga is indeed a gem of Oakland; I am so happy to have joined the community. Jenny (the manager) will make you feel right at home.

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★ 5

Such a warm and inviting space. I’ve attended two classes so far in my introductory week offer and it’s been such a delight! I live locally and feel super grateful for the community that this studio offers and I’m looking forward to attending more classes :)

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★ 5

This studio is amazing - great vibe at the studio with many cute plants and decor, teachers are amazing and so accessible, and feel great post the classes! Highly highly recommend!

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Loved Hannah’s class! Great space.

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★ 5

Total gem! The studio is beautiful and clean and calm, the staff warm and kind, the teachers experienced and attentive. Both of my children were welcomed to their first in-studio yoga classes with open arms and hearts and they are now big fans. Thank you, Arise team!!

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★ 5

I'm cat sitting in Oakland and signed up for a one week pass at this studio to continue practicing while I'm away from home. I found this is to be a beautiful, open space with warm and welcoming teachers of diverse styles that made me feel right at home.

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★ 5

I’m so happy to see some of the former teachers from Namaste teaching here. The space is beautiful and welcoming and the class I took with Hannah Franco was amazing as always. It’s nice to be back in the studio again.

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★ 5

I went here because I was visiting family in town for a week. They had an amazing special and I attended 3 sessions. It was great. The facility is warm, comfortable, clean, relaxing. The instructors (I had 3) were all great. I would recommend this facility.

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★ 5

As a yoga novice, I find this studio to be a very friendly, supportive space that makes me look forward to coming back! I’ve had classes with 3 different instructors so far and they have all been great.

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★ 5

Loved my first class at Arise! The staff is friendly, the teachers are great, and the space is beautiful. Excited to go back!

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★ 5

Love this spot so much. Amazing instructors, lovely and clean space, and a great vibe. Excited to be apart of this community.

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I went to this studio for the first time today and absolutely loved it! I’ve struggled to find a studio that fits my needs time wise and that feels like a welcoming and warm place so I was super excited to find this place. I just got back from a yoga retreat in Bali and was missing my early morning workouts. I joined the 7 am class today and plan on going everyday this week! Thank you for being my Bali yoga away from Bali.

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What a gem of a yoga studio! Visiting my daughter in Oakland, as a yoga teacher myself, I treated myself to a week of classes at this beautiful space. I took a variety of different classes with different teachers. Every single teacher was so loving, skilled, and open hearted. The community was great, and it was so much fun to practice alongside these beautiful yogis. The space is so inviting and restful. I could go on and on. I will carry the time I spent at Arise yoga with me for a long while, and I can't wait to get back to Oakland so I can return to the studio!

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★ 5

lovely space with such great teachers. AND complementary tea, yum.
also so many good eateries and coffee shops around for afterwards
(allocate enough time to park before class, FYI)

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The classes at Arise often incorporate music—live voice, singing bowls and other instruments. It makes for a special experience. This is also a beautiful studio. High ceilings and big skylights make this a joy to practice in. I highly recommend this for a mindful, retreat-like yoga fix.

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★ 5

Went to my first practice at Arise today (Hatha Flow) and LOVED IT! The teacher created a space for us to have fun and connect with our body and breathe. It's hard to find a studio that offers more than just power vinyasa or something unbelievably hot and all about results and not the yoga... Arise is different and I can't wait to go back!

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★ 5

I’ve tried three classes at Arise so far and I loved each one! The studio space is very dreamy, and I’ve so enjoyed the different flavors and tones each teacher has brought. (Special shout out to Kate for Thursday night slow-flow! Such a lovely, generous vibe!) Even though I’m a beginner, I feel very welcome. Can’t wait to sign up for my monthly pass!

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★ 5

Nice space and solid class, easy location too!

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So glad I finally made it in. I love Arise.

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★ 5

Lovely studio with helpful staff and great teachers.

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Love this studio! Incredible teachers and incredible vibes.

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Arise Yoga has a chill and sweet vibe. I noticed there are more BIPOC instructors and yogis this year (2022) than in the past year. I am happy about that. Thank you Arise. Keep it up.

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★ 5

Exceptional yoga instructors and staff. Quality environment.

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A wonderful yoga studio and community! Plenty of space in the studio, and they have mats available for those who don't have. Lots of class options and great teachers, would definitely recommend!

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Wonderful space with excellent, warm, and welcoming teachers

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Beautiful space, always a friendly greeting upon entering, and a class for every yogi- wether you’re looking for a great playlist & energy, refine your inversion skills, or to unplug and ground.

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Awesome place! I am particularly a big fan of Lisa’s Arise and Flow (Saturday morning). Also, great deals for first timers!

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One of the best yoga studios I’ve been to in 25 years of practicing yoga. It is beautiful, clean, well-appointed, spacious, with warm staff and high quality teachers.

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Lovely, clean yoga space with great teachers. Appreciate the high ceilings, natural light that floods the studio, friendly staff, yoga props, and tea amenities.

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★ 5

I have gone to the 7:00 am class for the last four days.
All excellent teachers and welcoming place with lots of space.
Friendly classmates, think I will join after my one week trial.
Easy parking for 7 am class on Lakeshore.

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★ 5

Fave studio in Oakland so far

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Beautiful yoga studio with amazing teachers.

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Peaceful studio. Experienced teachers and a good variation of classes and levels.

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★ 5

Great location, nice space, friendly staff, good instructors

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If you're new: I didn't feel very welcome to the studio or like anyone explained more about what to expect. Probably wont be coming back despite it being the closest to my house, and definitely didn't appreciate the random double charges from missing a class during my trial week.. basically if you already paid for a class, but then miss it, you have to pay even more. I didn't see anything about this beforehand so better transparency is necessary. I can't believe they charge you even more for classes you already paid for if you aren't able to make it that day.. I've never encountered another studio with these policies

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★ 5

Wonderful teachers and classes! I come out of each class feeling rejuvenated
and refreshed. I have started yoga for the first time in over a year after a difficult pregnancy and giving birth just 3 months ago, and the experience has been uplifting and so great. The teachers all have their own unique styles, and they are all wonderful. Sophia’s peaceful harmonium and singing at the end of class makes my day!

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★ 5

Great studio. Classes are diverse and well delivered.

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The cutest studio with excellent instructors, friendly staff, and a deep commitment and focus on meditative and gratitude aspects of yoga practice. Love it here!

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Welcoming space for all bodies and abilities. Kind hearted teachers and thoughtful yoga sequences!

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★ 5

Lovely studio and classes, easy to register and prices are comparable to others

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First time at Arise Yoga this week. It's a nice, open, well-appointed studio. Checked out the Arise and Flow on Saturday morning and got the one week unlimited deal. Did two more Arise and Flows through the week. I got a sample of two teachers. Both were excellent, but with their own distinctive styles. One was more physically focused (challenging), but also had a nice commentary and sequencing. The other teacher was a revelation, synthesizing practices that would individually be the focus of multiple different classes, and creating a wonderful nourishing whole. With most great teachers I've experienced, there is a sense that they see your needs and give you something personal. It's a rare treat to get that and a studio that supports such a teacher deserves 5 stars.

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Amazing studio, wonderful instructors

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I had a wonderful 9 AM class today with Rachel Heron. We shared a nice greeting at the beginning of class, Rachel outlined the focus for the day and it was perfect. It was just challenging enough to really bring me to that place that draws us to the mat. We shared a lovely meditation at the end. The facility is spotless, well appointed and welcoming

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★ 5

Nice studio with gentle positive vibes and a good variety of classes, highly recommend

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This place is very welcoming and the teachers are all great! An eclectic mix of healing modalities like sound baths, chanting, and trauma informed practice. I highly recommend giving it a try!

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What a beautiful space! I’ve only taken one class so this review is solely based on Sophia’s sound meditation workshop:

I’m not really a yoga person, but I love yoga and I love music. I’ve been to many studios in oakland and Berkeley and it’s hard to find teachers that really want to create a warm inviting space for *everybody*. Sophia is that teacher. Everything is modified to be at your individual level. I’ve known Sophia for years and she has always been my favorite, but after taking this sound workshop... I am really in awe. There was beautiful singing. She gave us all a flower. And we had warm turmeric chais (courtesy of Kiranjot) afterwards. It was two hours but honestly the time just flew by. I hope it becomes a regular thing! Thank you, Sophia ❤️

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I am visiting family in Oakland and came upon this quaint, welcoming Yoga studio. I walk away with the feeling of belonging and the old-fashioned notion of politeness and down to earth goodness does exist. Time is a gift and Arise Yoga and their associates are practicing Yoga goodness fully for the classes are truly outstanding!

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Had my first class here today! It's been well over a year since I've done any yoga and man am I happy I decided to come in. After my first class (with Monika) I immediately signed up for a membership. The class was just what I was looking for, the teacher was kind and had a wonderful style to her flow; it felt so great to get back to the mat.

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I love Arise Yoga! I just started doing yoga again after not doing it for 15 years. My back started hurting and so I thought I would give it a try again. It has already reduced my back pain by 90% after 2 visits. I'm hooked again. I'm 64 so I know I needed to do something different to keep my body pain free and clearly yoga is it. And I love the facility and the people at Arise Yoga. Check it out. You will love it! Robert

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Feels like the good old days at the Arise Yoga's new spot on Lakeshore. Formerly Namaste's flagship studio, Arise arose just as the pandemic gained steam. They've stayed in business owing to the quality of instruction, the ever-beautiful space, and an approach to studio management that is as warm as it is responsible. Loving it!

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I've been to 3 classes so far, and I really appreciate how friendly and welcoming everyone at the studio is. I also love that they offer some slower and more meditative classes. I look forward to coming back often!

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Lovely space for yoga! Gentle teachers and positive vibes from students.

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Beautiful space and friendly staff!

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Slowly slipping back into in-person classes. I am really happy with my experience so far. The studio space is nice, the instructor had a great energy and she clearly prepared a thoughtful series of poses. More than anything, I feel relieved that they actually asked me for vaccine verification. Right now masking indoors is optional in Alameda gyms. There are plenty of gyms/studios that have an honor system policy. This is not one of them and that makes me feel safe here. It's the primary reason I picked this studio for my first in person class in October 2021 since February 2020.

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★ 5

Nice studio, great location and selection of classes.

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Just had a wonderful, sweet and yummy breakfast time yoga class at Arise Yoga with Sara.
My wife and I have been practicing on and off for about 20 years in LA and the heartfelt staff welcoming and yoga teaching rival any of the high profile studios we've been to over the years.
This was our first class together in over two years and the first since moving to Oakland, and we look forward to coming back!

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Great collection of early morning weekday classes, I love starting my day here before work.

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I’ve been to several classes and every instructor was excellent. The outdoor space is private and comfortable. Great studio!

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A hidden oasis of zen - so amazing to find a place to practice outside (on their patio) with a wonderful teacher. Perfect start to my morning + week!

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Great yoga studio with knowledgeable instructors and an extensive amount of classes offered throughout the day! Couldn’t recommend more highly.

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I'm so happy to be back on my mat with other humans! This is a great studio space, with a wide variety of excellent teachers and guides. The studio is large and has really nice light (skylights) which sets the stage for a fully focused practice. With the renewed CA mask mandate on now, they've opened up the back patio area for classes, which is a bonus because it's hard to practice with a mask on. The location is perfect, easy parking across the street, and the awesome Oakland vibe abounds. Highly recommended.

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Beautiful space positioned right near Lake Merritt. The class was held outside, I was happy to be able to remove my mask. Even though there was some traffic and human noise, the teacher reminded us to focus inward and it was a real world reminder, both to take care of myself and others. Highly recommend Andrea's class on Thursday nights, she's very kind and a talented yogi!! Excited to spend more time at this local, woman owned business.

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I am thrilled to be back to in-person Yoga. I was a fan of Namaste, the previous studio at this location, and am growing to be a fan of Arise as well. So far: great teachers (only one I liked a little less), beautiful space and I particularly love being able to practice outdoors. I am already signed up as a member and so hope this studio will thrive so that this will stay my Yoga place for the long run.

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Took both Regina's and Keisha's class this morning and remembered how much life this body has! Both teachers were so special and everyone there was friendly. I felt safe, welcome and happy to be there :)

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I love being back here at this special studio. The teachers are all really good. I especially like the ability to take our classes on the peaceful back patio. Even when we were allowed to do class in studio, they kept back doors open and the studio was always well ventilated and breezy. I love Hannah, Kameko, Jillian, Regina, Natalie, Sara and Lucid. I can’t wait to try more classes. Thanks, Jillian for keeping this space alive and thriving it’s so good to be back!

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This studio was a lovely in-person welcome back from Covid! Very clean and professional. I took Hannah’s class and as an experienced yogi, I was blown away. I loved every minute of it!

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Great experience !!, The instructors are wonderful and are caring ,(Sara Is my favorite ) the space is nice and clean, staff friendly, great classes. Highly recommended it.

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★ 5

The studio is airy and bright; the teachers are talented and conscientious. So exciting to see this fantastic studio arrive in Oakland! Very excited to practice there as often as possible.

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★ 5

Love the wide variety of class offerings and the sense of community

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★ 5

Such a clean, beautiful yoga studio with amazing teachers! What an incredible place to start your morning!

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★ 5

Really enjoyed my first time at Arise. They've created a large and very breezy studio, and the teacher was excellent. Great music, vibe, and super easy sign up process. Excited to join in the community here for a regular practice. I have only sporadically done video yoga classes this past year and was pretty rusty and stiff going in. The teacher offered both challenge and space to pull back and respect where you are now, and she articulated that really clearly. Great instruction, nice attention to alignment, and I'm excited to go again!

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Calling all teachers! Not only is the studio offering in person socially distanced and well ventilated classes, but if you buy a class pack or a membership teachers get a 15% discount. I enjoyed my first class today in a beautiful clean space, felt both challenged and restored, and deeply grateful to practice yoga in community with others.

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★ 5

Beautiful airy studio with lots of space to spread out, warm and grounded teachers, and friendly staff who often join in the classes. I live in Berkeley but make the trek across town because the classes are worth it!

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★ 5

Kate is an amazing teacher. She makes the practice interesting, mindful and spiritual without being cheesy. I will definitely return for her Friday evening class.

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This was my first time going to this location since it was Namaste and I was pleased to find I liked Arise just as much. They cleared out the back patio so we got to do our yoga class outdoors looking at the trees and the sky. The instructor David was excellent— I felt great both during and after and found myself thinking about things he said throughout the day.

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Best instructors I’ve ever had the pleasure to take classes with. Meets you where you are, makes it safe and fun when I’m a middle aged less than flexible guy 😀.

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My first yoga class in years and the instructor David could not have been more friendly, supportive and centered in the essence of yoga practice. I wish he was teaching again tomorrow, but I’ll take this as opportunity to try another class. Fantastic.

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★ 5

Such a beautiful studio with a fabulous roster of inspiring teachers. It felt like magic to take an in-person yoga class again. I'm definitely investing in a membership!

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Arise is a beautiful space with amazing instructors who are kind and incredibly skilled in their yoga practice. Being there as things start to open up feels like a breath of fresh air and a moment of peace amongst the bustle. Thank you Arise!

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Its nice to go back to classes again. The space is lovely, the neighbors dog is very friendly, and the centipedes always crawl over to say hello.
Its great to have this studio back on Lakeshore.

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Highly recommended! Beautiful studio, great location, terrific teachers and community! 🙌🙏

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Started a new class this early morning - in the outdoor patio. What a wonder to be outdoors! Natalie is a terrific teacher. Her approach is just what I like - slow paced and exactly challenging enough. Plus, she is so much fun! We decided to call the practice "laughing yoga". It was a delight.

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Please come here for yoga! I am very grateful that Arise Yoga is helping me relocate the space to practice in my life. Unfortunately, I am not one of the disciplined and self-actualized souls who can practice yoga by myself at home, but going to Arise has already helped me reconnect with my practice and shake off some of the out-of-bodyness I've been feeling in lockdown. Also, I really appreciate Arise's commitment to community and creating an inclusive space, where yoga is taught and practiced by people of different races, ages, body types, and genders! They are working to try to make you feel like your body belongs in yoga space, so if yoga has felt dissociative to you in the past, Arise may work better for you than your previous gym or yoga studio...

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Arise is a beautiful, new yoga studio on Lakeshore in Oakland where Namaste used to be — Jillian is a beautiful, compassionate studio owner and yoga teacher — Sophia is a beautiful, compassionate yoga teacher — what a perfect combination, along with all of the other yoga teachers — let it flow — give it a go!

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The Arise studio is a magical space that I enjoyed for many years when it was Namaste. I'm so grateful that Jillian started Arise Yoga so that the flow of teaching and community can continue in that beautiful building. I took an in-studio class with Sophia Mallie today and it was a fantastic experience. Stepping back into the studio was a thrill and it also reminded me why I consider Arise to be the best studio space I have ever practiced in, anywhere in the US, during my 23 years of study. These next few months, as we transition out of the pandemic, are going to be a tightrope walk for small businesses. So, please stop in and check out Arise, take a class, start a membership (I did) and let's celebrate our amazing Grand Lake yoga community!

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It's been ages since I've joined a yoga studio, but I was passing by Arise and something struck me. I walked into the space and it felt so soothing. Then, I met the owner and manager. Their warmth and friendliness made me want to spend more time there. After being holed up for so long, going to the studio and enjoying the spaciousness during a live yoga class was incredible. Having a live teacher who I can chat with was refreshing too. I'm really enjoying the gentle yoga since it's been awhile since I've practiced. I'm super excited to attend workshops and be part of this amazing community.

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I’ve taken 2 classes at the new Arise Yoga studio in Oakland and I am in love. I previously practiced there when it was Namaste Yoga and was so sad when they shut down. The great news is that Arise Yoga has stepped in to open up the space. The owner Jillian and the staff I have met are welcoming, warm and the classes have brought me a great sense of joy to be back on my mat w a community. Im super stoked to hear they are opening up the back garden area for outdoor yoga soon! So so grateful to have found them. I’m definitely signing up for a monthly membership!!

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