★ 5

Excelencia en Yoga.

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★ 5

Incredible studio! Beautiful community! Warm yoga classes. I’m hooked!

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★ 5

I have been taking Steph Snyder classes for like 20ish years (is that possible? ). I love the dharma talks, the structured pace and flow, the kirtan and her command of a room. Her human side is incredible.

I changed things up a bit and took a Roy Gan class today (subbing for Steph) and loved it. I took Roy’s classes long ago at yoga garden. I appreciate Roy’s enthusiasm, whimsy, care for students, and inspiring way to find yourself doing challenging things. Excited to see Roy at Love Story!

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★ 3

Pros: 1. The instructor, Betsy, played the accordion at the beginning and the end of the class and her voice is really nice. 2. There are plenty of showers stalls available. But make sure to bring your own towels.

Cons: 1) The class did not start or end on time. 2) The sequencing and cues can use a lot of work. The sequencing felt choppy and repetitive. I lost count of how many down dogs and push ups she made us do where there could have been so many other poses we can try! 3) The playlist had a weird mix of classical+ pop music. Some of the music was also distracting for the class - instructor played concert music with lyrics that even included clapping in the sound track. 4) lots of class time spent on chanting without explaining what the chants even mean.

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★ 5

I love this studio so much- Stephanie Snyder is a national treasure and I feel so lucky to be able to attend her classes in person.

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★ 5

This is one of my favorite studios in the city! Their sculpt class is such a good workout. I love how spacious the studio is. Every instructor at this studio has been awesome :)

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★ 5

If you’re looking for deep community or a practice that extends beyond the physical practice, this is the studio for you. I leave filled up and challenged every single time.

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★ 5

I LOVE Anthony’s Rocco’s classes at the Valencia location of Love Story! He is really great at discussing the fundamentals of the movements and why each is done, which helps me not only with my technique but also what I get out of the individual poses/flows! The classes are also unique in that you can ask questions during the explanations to clarify anything you’re confused on. Anthony also has so much expertise from such a variety of teachers and schools of thought, which makes him an invaluable resource. He also takes time to learn everyone’s name, check in with them, and even introduce them to each other. This perspective makes the class feel genuinely like a community, which is a rare experience. I highly recommend his classes, he’s truly one of the best teachers I’ve ever had!

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This review is for instructor Stephanie Snyder.

After class, I mustered up the courage to introduce myself and offer feedback on the pronunciations of some of the words, specifically Om. I told the instructor that I felt uneasy during the class because her incorrect pronunciation took away my focus and took away from the proper harness of energy that benefits the class. Her incorrect words are being taught to large classes (approx 60 at a time), that are then mindlessly repeating it.

Her response was broken into three parts “My instructor taught me it that way.” “Sorry you feel uneasy.” “I feel sorry for you.” “Don’t let it take away from your night.” They were delivered snarky and rude.

Her response didn’t offer any acknowledgement or gratitude for the feedback. It came from a place of defense rather than openness to learning and listening. This feels antithetical to the practice of yoga.

Her response made me feel really uneasy, as I was the only Hindu (that I could visibly) see. To negate my experience and culture is wrong.

More than that, the instructor chooses gentrified songs in her playlist and sings “Jai Mata” on her harmonium in the most absurd way possible. It’s like the most opera way to call God.

I also kindly let the instructor know that she was doing many things right but perhaps her song choice could be better. Again, her response was rude.

As a person of color, I will never come back to this studio again after my horrible experience with this instructor.

Also Stephanie, maybe practice what you preach, and bring some positive energy to your life and practice.

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★ 5

Such a gorgeous space, inspiring teachers, and wonderful workout! I feel amazing after leaving Love Story 🌞

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★ 5

Beautiful yoga class!!

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★ 5

Ah I can't emphasize this enough—this is a special place with lukewarm and passionate teachers and staff. I had my first yoga class there, and since then I'm hooked. Couldn't be more grateful for an amazing intro from one of the teachers, Mia. The classes are intense in the best way, and teachers bring out your best creative expression of body movement in the class (in contrast to rigid practice). Many of the ppl around you in class are long-time practitioners who you learn so much from!

The space is modern, incredibly clean with all amenities you need to get your yoga in, shower and out. Very convenient times everyday. Couldn't recommend enough!

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★ 5

Gorgeous space, open-hearted teachers, my fav yoga studio in SF 😍

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★ 5

This place is a vibe! Great heated classes, super kind staff and spacious studio and locker room. Every time I come here, I’m impressed with the teachers and feel great afterward. Highly recommend

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★ 5

My absolute favorite studio in San Francisco. Beautiful clean studio, friendly staff, who always remember my name. I love that they have showers, yummy products to use for free and hair dryers. The classes are amazing always the best teachers. Stephanie is my favorite of course, her mix of flow and stories I always leave feeling stronger, refreshed and inspired.

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★ 5

Love attending class here.

- If you get a yoga subscription that includes a free buddy pass!
- Great community and vibe
- Well attended classes full of all levels
- Intentional instruction
- Great workout

You can’t go wrong ☀️

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★ 3

Unfortunately, several of us were robbed while attending class, which was really disappointing given the studio’s great environment and talented teachers. While their safety measures are currently limited, I do appreciate that one of the founders personally reached out to discuss the incident and explore ways to improve security. I believe they are taking this seriously and will be more vigilant moving forward, so the studio can truly be a place where yogis can relax and feel safe. I'll be giving them another chance, but I'll make sure to lock up my belongings or keep them with me during class.

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Best yoga experience I’ve had!

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★ 5

Amazing studio with amazing staff. You’ll leave feeling relaxed and revived. 10/10.

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★ 5

This is a wonderful community with top notch teachers. Thanks everyone I’ll be back!!

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★ 5

Can’t say enough about Love Story yoga. The teachers , classes and community are amazing. Happy to have found such an amazing community!

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★ 3

Pros
- Mia Rose is awesome. Love the energy
- Shower & locker rooms are nice to have
- Fairly priced

Cons
- Tacky anti-bike lane sign in the front window. Many of your clients use that bike lane every day.
- Minimal variety in class offerings after 4pm
- Overall vibe feels a little serious and inauthentic

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★ 5

With fantastic new additions like Rayson Yam among others, Love Story's devoted teachers with a breadth of approaches have profoundly changed my life. They make this a multifaceted gem. Come join us.

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★ 3

Another yoga studio that insists on playing loud music with lyrics and mic'ing up their instructor. I personally don't find it relaxing to having the instructor guiding me over loud poppy music with references to god, but there must be an audience for it since the class was packed.

They also started class close to 10 minutes late.

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★ 5

Thanks to all the staff that make this place special.

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★ 5

Epic yoga spot. I love the 8p with Mia Rose! Kudos y’all.

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★ 5

Beautiful studio, welcoming community, and great teachers!

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★ 5

I have been practicing at Love Story Yoga for a few years now. They have good challenging, fast paced flows and great playlists. Some of the classes can get pretty packed, hot and sweaty, but there's something beautiful about moving together in the same space

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★ 5

My Love Story class left me with one of the most holistically complete body feelings afterwards. I found the experience challenging and engaging, in an energetic room filled with new comers and seasoned community members alike.

If you’re looking to connect with a committed group, there’s no better place in SF!

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★ 5

Loved my experience at Love Story. I'm new to yoga and found the class I took welcoming and challenging. As a runner, I appreciate going to Love Story classes to dive deep into slower movements -- and I never stretch enough. Give this place a try. Its a lovely studio that manages to be a santuary in the heart of the bustles of the Mission

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★ 5

Highly recommend this studio - did my first class there last week: Power Vinyassa. Fantastic class, group and vibe. I’ll be back :)

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★ 5

The studio is just perfect - welcoming, super accommodating and friendly staff at the desk, and the teachers incredible! The classes are very warm and i like to shower there! Bring a towel :) … and their swag is also really cute :) i got their hoody and it’s my fav!

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★ 5

I love Love Story Yoga! Huge fan of the space, community, and the cleanliness of the shower and locker areas. The Bhakti classes are incredible. Highly recommended to newcomers and experienced practitioners alike.

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★ 5

Had a bit of a snag in setting up my wife and i’s class pass but it was admittedly complicated (didn’t want it to start until after Christmas) and apparently I was emailing an out of date address. Had Sarah reach out to help me fix the problem. She was super patient and supportive. The classes we’ve gone to have been well lead and fun.

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★ 1

extremely crowded, no ventilation

I went for a class which filled to the brim, where mats were barely 2 inches apart from each other by the time class started. It was a normal non-hot yoga class, but the room was steaming within 10 minutes of class starting, and the temperature was way too high for what we signed up for. The ground was wet when I walked to get some water to drink, probably some combination of sweat and condensation. Would definitely not recommend. Try Haum instead

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★ 5

Great studio for heated Vinyasa yoga in the Mission. Been around for many years and still going strong. Love you, Love Story!

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My wallet was stolen from the locker room

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★ 5

Que Bueno !!!!! Gracias Haley Love Juvamukti ! Pranayama !

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★ 5

An Exhilarating Journey of Mind and Body with Paxtyn Montes at Love Story Yoga

Stepping into Paxtyn Montes’s class at Love Story Yoga was nothing short of transformative. The 75-minute practice in the heart of Valencia/Mission District, San Francisco, was an exceptional blend of heat, rhythm, and soulful yoga.

Paxtyn started us off with a harmonium-accompanied dharma talk and chant, setting a tone of introspection and community. The class then seamlessly transitioned into a warm-up, coupled with focused breathing exercises. But it was the long, single-side standing sequences that truly set the stage for a challenging yet rewarding experience. Paxtyn’s guidance through these sequences was a masterclass in itself - her unique instruction and variations brought a fresh perspective to poses I thought I knew well.

The studio’s warmth intensified the experience, turning my yoga mat into an island amidst a sea of sweat, symbolizing the release of all that was weighing me down. Paxtyn’s class was more than just physical exertion; it was an energetic liberation, expelling bothersome thoughts and aligning me with the present moment.

A word of advice for those who might struggle with background music - grab a spot towards the front to catch every word of Paxtyn’s clear instructions. And let’s not forget her singing - a voice so captivating it blends seamlessly into the class, enhancing the experience without overwhelming it. The music selection was spot-on, present yet unobtrusive, adding layers to our practice without stealing the spotlight.

In short, a session with Paxtyn at Love Story Yoga is a must. It’s a journey of self-discovery, physical challenge, and mental release. I left feeling rejuvenated, and I’m already planning my next visit. Paxtyn Montes, you’ve earned a returning yogi in me!

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★ 1

If you are late you will be locked out. Meaning you spend your time and money to get to the place, only because you are late, you can’t even enter the studio. This is frustrating .

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★ 2

I been here twice so far. Once I took the masterclass which was basic, sorry to say but honestly boring and not challenging at all. I mean give something for people who expect to learn something new beyond dancers pose.
Second time I took vinyasa which was great and interesting flow but in both if the times there was an attitude problem starting with receptionists gossiping about students and then teacher would join. Kinda weird vibe.

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★ 5

Love the dedication of the instructors here. Great that they have early morning classes

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★ 5

Took my first class at Love Story today and it was phenomenal!! My instructor was a Paxtyn and I highly recommend taking her class. She was very professional, well experienced, and had a deep knowledge about yoga. Not only was it a great workout, but it was also a spiritual and fun experience. I will absolutely be back to take her class again. Thank you Paxtyn!

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★ 5

On fire as usual. Love Love Story Yoga

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During class, I broke a toenail and there was nobody around to help find first aid. Definitely do not recommend unless you want to get hurt! A cheap disguise of a workout studio.

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It is crowded, smells really bad, like bad bad. Hard to breath, no proper ventilation. Yoga instructor was ok, but honestly I was unable to concentrate with the smell, and trying not to hit the people next to me. It has potential to be a good study.

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★ 5

Love Story is the best place in SF for transformative vinyasa yoga. If you like practicing in a warm room in a beautiful, supportive community, this is the place for you. Stephanie Snyder is the best and even through I don't live in SF, this studio is my home away from home when I'm in town. <3

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this is the worst yoga studio i’ve ever been to. they packed 100+ people in a humid room, with barely any room to comfortably do yoga poses. they also allow late people to enter 20 mins into class, which is extremely disruptive. they clearly only care about making as much money as possible. the front desk staff have negative energy and are unwelcoming.

and why does no one talk about the cultural appropriation of the hindu god chanting?! it is very inappropriate and random for these white women instructors to aggressively chant hindu gods without any context or explanation on what it means, and to force everyone else to join them in the chants, taking up nearly half the class time. i didn’t come here to sing about hindu gods, i came here to do yoga.

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I’m mostly posting this so that the owners are aware and this doesn’t happen to anyone else, I don’t want to place the blame on anyone and everything ended up okay BUT I was locked in the building for about an hour and a half because I was taking a shower downstairs at the conclusion of the 8-9pm class, and upon coming upstairs at 9:15 found that all staff had left and the door was locked with an additional locked gate in front of that. The locker room doors said that the locker rooms closed at 9:30, plus I have showered at this time every time I’ve come to this class previously and had no issue (if anything an employee will call into the locker room to see if anyone is still in there, but that didn’t happen this time). Long story short, had to have the police get me out with bolt cutters. Not how I expected my night to go!

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★ 1

Terrible experience. Worst yoga studio in SF.

There is no limit on the number of people who can attend a class.
It’s EXTREMELY crowded and by that, I mean that there is literally no space to move. If you move too much, you risk hitting someone.
The instructor did not seem to think that it was too crowded or that this was a problem. In fact, he looked around and mentioned that there is place for a few more people- which almost seemed like a joke.

It’s also incredibly hot and since the class so full and there is basically no ventilation, it becomes extremely difficult to breathe.

Do not waste your time or money on this.

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Strangely culty and full of cultural appropriation without any explanation of what’s happening or what the chants you’re being told to say mean.

The studio was grossly cramped to the point that it was difficult not to hit others during the poses - I both had someone stick their foot in my face and accidentally stuck my own hand into my neighbors back on accident.

Studio doesn’t offer water, except in tiny 2oz cups, which seems like it should be basic courtesy.

There is no ventilation in the studio at all, so everyone was dripping in sweat and gasping for breath. Floor was literally wet with sweat and this class was not advertised as a hot yoga class.

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★ 3

Really great classes but so uncomfortable and weird that all the Caucasian women instructors keep “calling out to” Hindu gods and goddesses as if they were actually worshippers. The motivational messages about letting go of worries and loving yourself would be equally valuable without culturally appropriating Durga and Kali.

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★ 5

Lovely studio! Molly is fantastic! It is heated to the perfect temperature.

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Terrible experience: the class I took was not advertised as a hot yoga class. It really was, especially after 20mn in an overcrowded yoga class.
Not mentioning that yoga will be in a heated room is dangerous for people who have specific health conditions.

I had to leave the class halfway, the front desk person had 0 care, did not even apologize or said they would change the description of the class. So much for a « Love Flow » as advertised.

Worst class I’ve taken in San Francisco after trying 8 different studios (all great). You can find much better elsewhere!

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★ 5

I’ve took dozens of classes here over the years. I loved all of them. It is a space where I can easily pop in, sweat, sing and let go. I feel so lucky to have so many great teachers, here, at Love Story. I applaud to folks who put together such a gorgeous studio. Thank you.

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★ 5

Beautiful people/space to practice with/in

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★ 5

Love Story Yoga is all heart. I love coming here for any yoga they offer. The staff is amazing the space is sacred and it’s always very healing. Highly recommend for all levels.

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Uncomfortable, unsafe, and grossly gentrified.
1) the class had >30 attendees but did not require masks, which is against San Francisco City guidelines even when checking vaccination status.
2) the doors to the building were locked so no one could leave during class and the front desk was unattended when I tried to leave (the two attendees were having a coffee break down the street)
3) the random appropriation of Hindu culture without any context for students was seriously inappropriate. A description on the class description would have been the least this studio could offer.

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★ 5

Good vinyasa practice with gentle people around. One of my fav spots in SF 🍃

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★ 5

The quality of teachers & studio is unmatched in the 15 years I've been practicing yoga. It was an amazing studio to practice in before COVID but their responsiveness in quickly changing to online classes post COVID has been lifesaver.

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★ 5

I've been practicing at Love Story since they've opened. They offer bhakti vinyasana practice classes in an infared heated studio. The classes are challenging and spiritually uplifting. All the teachers use music. Some of the teachers incorporate chanting into the class.
During SIP they've offered stream classes and beach yoga. I appreciate the versatile approach to yoga practice.

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★ 1

Gentrification at its finest. Another yuppie hot spot in the mission

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★ 5

I attended Lovestory for 2 weeks during a yoga teacher training with Jason Crandell and I really love the area as well as the owner Laurel who takes great care of the place.
The regular classes have good mix of challenging power Vinyasa and more gentle flowing Bhakti styles and the teachers are renowned for being the best in SF. Would definitely recommend 🙏

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Love this place!

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★ 5

A nice place for yoga practice in the mission. Like their class offerings and the teachers.

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★ 3

The space is open and clean and the location is located near BART.

While the studio is open to all, it lacks in diversity, which is something which is lacking for studios beyond Love Story. While the price point is on-par for other studios in the area, it unfortunately does not allow it to be (monetarily) accessible for many, further promoting the homogenous nature of many studios.

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★ 5

The legacy of Rusty Wells’ Bhakti flow lives on in SF at Love Story Yoga!

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★ 4

Great classes - I totally recommend Ngan Pham as an instructor. Don't rent their mats though, they reek!

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★ 5

I really enjoy the “light”/beginner class here - Haley and Lisa are great. I really leave here feeling refreshed and ready to take on the week.

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Beautiful sense of community, spiritual teachers and great amenities. Would recommend to anyone looking to self-grow and have fun.

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★ 5

Good vinyasa class. Modern and bright from outside and calm and peaceful inside which I love. Room is quite hot so you will swear A LOT!! I’’d visit again!

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★ 5

Love story yoga it’s about community 💙 friendly, clean and full of love!

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★ 5

Love this studio. It is clean, very spacious and nice facilities. Functional yoga room, great instructors, love how they offer lots of advanced stuff. I recommend for sure!

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★ 4

SF has a community of elite yoga teachers. Stephanie Snyder, co-founder and instructor of LSY, definitely falls in this category. For a while it was her following alone that kept the lights on until the studio got traction. The prices might shock you and if they do, don't worry this happens to most of us. It comes down to the fact that you're paying the prices your paying for the talent. While you have several other studios within walking distance to pick from this is the studio you go to when you want your butt kicked. If you're a seasoned yogi and leave yoga frustrated if the class was too mellow then you're prayers have been answered by LSY. It's a great workout and they also have showers to clean up after class ( a luxury lacking from most studios in the city) If you're looking for more affordable yoga go down the street to donation based Yoga For The People.

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★ 4

The design of this space limits Stephanie’s flow to be more advanced as there was no air circulation in the room. Low ceiling, no windows, and a hundred bodies make it worse. That was the easiest class I took from Stephanie with a bunch of basic asanas and everyone was sweating like crazy and trying to inhale. The studio needs better cleaning. It smells bad from the lobby down to the restroom downstairs.

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★ 5

I love everything about this place! Great teachers, great facilities, great location. I am so happy to have this studio in my neighborhood.

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★ 5

Stephanie's yoga is transformational. Be prepared to sweat next to 100+ yogis, but you get a good workout and also a clear and peaceful mind. I love its healing effect combined with physical strength. Equipped with shower and nice interior. Next to 16th BART and can grab coffee or dirty chai at Stanza afterwards.

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★ 4

I really wanted to love this studio. Unfortunately I can't.

It is in some ways wonderful. The teachers are some of the best. The front desk staff are super friendly, helpful, and efficient. The overall design of the place is simple, minimalist in a way, but very thoughtful. There are showers downstairs! And lockers with codes for anyyone can use. Even deodorant and body lotion. Everything is clean and well taken care of. The location is 2 blocks from the 16th street mission BART, so easily accessible.

It makes me sad how expensive classes and even packages are. I get it, the rent, showers, upkeep... I wonder if more could have been done to make yoga more accessible to the community. Cheaper classes at odd times? Less expensive membership?

Speaking of odd times, there's a missed opportunity to offer really early morning classes, starting 6-6.30. The schedule is pretty much the same as any other studio around.

Another issue, nearly a deal breaker for me, is how loud the studio is. Even before a busy class, if there are several conversations going on, the sound bounces off bare walls and low ceiling, and amplifies the chit chat noise to almost intolerable level. If a teacher plays music and instructs over that, that's also loud. Tonight I went there for a Kirtan. Again, really wanted to love it: heard half the band before, heard great things about the rest of it. It was for a good cause, too. I had to leave half way through, because it was unpleasantly and probably dangerously loud. Took a while for my hearing to recover. One last touch, hand dryers in the bathrooms, while eco and all (thoughtful) sound like jet engines. I've been wiping my hands on my shirt and avoiding other hand washers a lot.

I'll still pay close to $20 per class to study with one great teacher there who doesn't play music in classes, and maybe will bring earplugs to wear before the class, but can't love the place as much as I wished I would or recommend it to anyone sensitive or quiet.

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A fine example of a gentrification yoga studio. Great welcoming fronterior, but that's where it ends. The studio is in a basement with pillars obstructing views, the charge for renting mats and towels is overpriced @ $2 as are the classes that are more expensive than most studios around. There are no water cups, which is basic courtesy, they recommend you buy mason jars from them should you want some water. After a week of sampling, I found the classes to be more Bro-yoga or Faux-yoga types, building muscle in Yoga class is always a bad idea.

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★ 5

Some of the best teachers in the world here. Plus the space is beautiful, functional and welcoming. There's lockers, showers and a changing area! I don't know of any other yoga studios in SF with these amenities... I LOVE Love Story!

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