★ 5

Cozy, good vibes! The teaching was top tier and the people are very friendly, looks like a good community

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Julians class is always a gfit to self in the best possible way, heart - music and good peeps! Mahalo for the goodness!

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Terrific class!

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I love this studio. They’ve been in this location for at least 20 years and it’s a really wonderful to see them survive the COVID shutdowns and as the neighborhood changes.
I don’t live nearby anymore, but I take classes anytime I’m visiting the area. Every teacher has been high quality.

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★ 5

The instructor/ artist was knowledgeable and experienced. She had a nice manner and good energy!

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★ 5

I love the studio. I’ve been coming here for years, literally 20 years. It has a variety of classes and great teachers.

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I went to try one class Julien and it has been 3 months that haven’t miss a class, the staff is incredible, this is one of the best yoga classes I have taken. For me doing Yoga with Julian on Wednesday Saturday and Sunday are like having a plant medicine experience without taking any plant medicine, his voice his music and the repetition of the secuencies in every class let you open and you leave feeling incredible . Thank you

Thank you

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★ 5

I love the community and the practice here.

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★ 5

What a great studio. Everyone is so friendly. The vibe is so good. You can be experienced or beginner and it’s just perfect. I checked out a bunch of studios and this is my favorite and now I’m coming here three times a week!

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★ 5

I have been looking for a grounded feeling studio in LA with incredible teachers for so many years! Had such an incredible first experience at the studio taking Julian Walker's class this morning

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★ 5

Great as always!! Julian is the best teacher ❤️🫶🙌

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★ 5

Great drop in class at a low key studio. Friendly staff.

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Matt was very patient and encouraging. The park was quiet, and parking was easily accessible. Your directions to the specific location in the park were excellent!

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★ 5

Thank you for a lovely week of classes while I was in town visiting family. I look forward to coming back again. I enjoyed all the teachers and classes I tried. thank you!

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★ 5

Wonderful essential oils class and a beautiful studio.

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★ 5

Santa Monica Yoga has quickly become my home-away-from-home studio during an extended visit to the area. The studio has warm, ultra-helpful staff and, importantly, a welcoming student community. There are exceedingly skilled teachers across a variety of practices and styles.

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★ 5

The most welcoming and community focused yoga studio. Wonderful variety of excellent classes taught by seasoned and thoughtful instructors. Such a pleasant experience coming here.

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★ 5

I loved my experience at Santa Monica Yoga!
It started with talking with the owner Bruce by phone before my trip in from Palm Desert. He was informative and friendly. The front desk mgmt was super helpful! I truly enjoyed my class with Julian in person and loved getting the link to continue online for a week. That is a super added benefit! I bought a 3 pack and am looking forward to what’s next! The studio is wonderful and simple which I love. A great space to practice with great energy! Thank you all for making it possible! Until the next time. Stay well, be blessed and in gratitude🙏
Namaste.
Marsha in Palm Desert, Ca

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★ 4

Great Yin class with spaciousness and breathing that brought me to a zen place of calm and tranquility

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★ 5

Sunday Iyengar class with Jeff Perlman, was a wonderful inspiring experience. It was my first time in a bout 41/2 years to be in an in person class. Jeff is very knowledgable and an excellent instructor, kind and helpful to anybody in every level. The class was energizing and relaxing at the same time. Thank You Jeff

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★ 5

We took a drop-in class with Steve Jones after a friend recommended him as her favorite instructor—and I can see why. The studio has such a warm, welcoming vibe, and everything felt easygoing and inclusive. Steve led a lovely slow flow class that was thoughtful and grounding. Felt awesome after the class — If I lived in Santa Monica, I’d be here all the time!

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★ 5

Loved the simple beauty and old school charm of this yoga studio. Reminds me of the chill places I enjoyed in Northern California. Can't believe it took me so long to finally make it here! Go join a class, you won't regret it!

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★ 5

Wonderful studio. Down to earth and unpretentious, folks from all walks of life practice here. I love the teachers and the space!

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★ 5

I love this studio! Teachers are super thorough and knowledgable and kind, very grateful for this place

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★ 5

I went to Katherine's class this morning and it was exactly what I wanted and needed. Expert instruction and guidance, some solid strength-building flow, and great vibes (candles for everyone and bergamot essential oils during savasana!). It also seems like everyone knows each other here which gives it a nice community feel. I'll definitely be going back!

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★ 4

Great class, even though it wasn’t the same class advertised. Overall, it was awesome. 😎

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While every teacher at this school is unique, they are all sincere, and safe. I always have a good experience and learn something new with each one.

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Professional, friendly and clean

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Every time I join a class at SanMoYo - my day is better. To be in a room with a thoughtful insightful teacher - and a room full of warm and open students - it honestly does create an energy that carries you. I know all studios strive for this - and I believe Santa Monica Yoga exceeds at building energy and community. I love Daniel's classes and always leave with a happier body and mind. Thank you for creating and actually believing in all you strive for! Highly recommend to everyone.

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★ 5

My first Yoga class today, was tremendous!
Julien was qualified + experienced, and he had lovely music. A lovely session.

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This was my very first QiGong class with Santa Monica yoga instructor, Matt. I loved every second! It was wonderful to learn these movements and Matt did such a great job explaining it to a newbie like me. Most of the people in the class have been with him for quite a while now and I’m looking forward to more of these classes in the park.

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Truly amazing class last night with Julian Walker at Santa Monica Yoga- spiritually physically and emotionally strengthening and healing. Great music, students and as ever the most amazing SM Yoga space - a sacred place for body and soul.

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LOVE Santa Monica Yoga. Amazing studio, great customer service and classes. Julian is one of my favorite instructors-make sure to try out a class!

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I've been going to Santa Monica Yoga on and off since the last century and all the teachers have been fabulous. I now take classes with Julian and his classes are perfect. Dynamic, targeted practice, and eclectic, cool music with intermittent readings of poets he follows.

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Santa monica yoga is the best yoga studio on the west side. They practice with the true meaning of yoga. Mindset, breath and stretch. I've been doing yoga over 40 years and always appreciate and like the classes here

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If you are new to yoga, this is the studio for you.

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★ 5

The Yoga for Everyone class was fantasic. The studio is simple, nothing fancy, just good yoga and good people. I love that they don't do hot yoga here! That's so hard to find these days.

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Their motto is "personal practice in a public setting" (or something like that) and it is the most personalized, comfortable and sustainable yoga facility I have ever been too. Management, teachers, props--all great

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I’m newer to this decades old yoga studio. Classes are excellent, the staff is lovely and I’ve felt welcomed to the wonderful community this place creates. It’s a special place!

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A pleasant yoga class with 8 other people that provided a great full body stretch and a serene experience. The teacher kept a comfortable pace and guided us with easy transitions through basic poses.

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Santa Monica Yoga is one of the best yoga places I have been a member of. The instructors are all so knowledgeable, loving, and supportive.
The owner is a gem and has been very graceful in every way.
I love going to my yoga class daily!
Thank you, Santa Monica Yoga, for being here.

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Fantastic yoga class with Julian. The right balance between movement and mindfulness, set to music that is motivating while not intrusive. Love the Rumi, Shakespeare, and Mary Oliver quotes.

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Santa Monica Yoga is the most extraordinary yoga studio in Santa Monica! They have a wide range of classes, and every teacher is more than willing to assist with injuries or position variations. The people are welcoming and zen-like. Santa Monica Yoga is a feel-good place to realign your body.

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★ 5

The Saturday 9am class is amazing. I have been practicing yoga over 20 years and I very highly recommend this class!!! Take this class and be moved physically and spiritually.

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Today I took my first class of any kind since having major surgery. Laura's Pilates was GREAT. She gives such clear directions making it easy to have the correct form and to understand the different levels of an exercise so one can stop when the challenge level is enough. She also gave personalized help when needed. Santa Monica Yoga is a warm and welcoming environment... Wonderful!

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Went to Santa Monica Yoga to take a Feldenkrais class with Stacy Barrows. She is terrific at what she does and I've had nothing but positivity and well informed conversations within the community around wellness. Highly recommend you take a class!

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Had my first class with Katherine today. It was a fun, challenging and relaxing experience. Would recommend her class, excited to return.

Heard about this place from another yoga instructor I know. Really happy I gave it a try!

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★ 5

Visiting family in Santa Monica and enjoyed dropping in on a class at this studio. One of the best yoga experiences I’ve had in years.
Great people!

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I love Santa Monica Yoga, and have for many years. If you want a real neighborhood community, dedicated and skilled teachers, interested in connecting with you, real warmth, and an analogue vibe, this is your spot.

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Patience, thoughtful and calm.
Great class.

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Best teacher. Ever. Park is great too! And everyone at Santa Monica yoga is wonderful. The best neighborhood yoga studio...

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Santa Monica Yoga is one of the enduring yoga studios on the west side. It was where I first became devoted to yoga, and continue to practice there because of the love and commitment that the studio was founded on. I was welcomed at beginner level and have been met with quality teaching at every stage of my development. Consistent A+ rating

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I love this studio! I have learned do much. It's like a family of loving support.

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I felt so welcomed at the park yoga this morning. It was so easy to book on mindbody, the directions were easy and the instructor was wonderful. She asked what I wanted to work on and I felt like she tailored the class to my needs. It was great vibes and I would forsure go again.

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★ 5

I recently attended the 9 AM Sunday yoga class and it was absolutely phenomenal. The instructor created a warm and inviting atmosphere that made everyone feel comfortable. The music perfectly enhanced the overall experience, as did the inclusion of apt, short, thoughtful poetry readings. I was greatly helped by the instructor offering modifications and encouragement to suit all abilities. I left feeling rejuvenated and I highly recommend this class to anyone looking for an inspiring, worthy experience.

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★ 5

Nancy Goodstein is a veteran yoga teacher in the best sense: incredibly knowledgable; deeply compassionate; genuinely joyful and wise in her approach to the practice, which she understands as ever-evolving -- like all of us.

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★ 5

I've been taking Laura's Pilates class for years (and yoga classes from time to time), and I love the studio. I haven't been back in person since the pandemic but I love that I can still take her class remotely. Bruce, the owner, is a wonderful and accommodating human. I am so grateful for our little community yoga studio.

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★ 5

I love Santa Monica Yoga so much. After a decades'-long hiatus from my practice, I started up again -- and the teachers and classes there have been such a gift. I can't say enough good things about it.

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★ 4

I attended a class recently when I was visiting the LA area. I found the staff friendly and the yoga teacher, Sharon, very good. She was able to juggle the students in person at the studio and those participating on Zoom very well.

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★ 5

I always love the breathing and relaxed component to the practice.

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★ 5

I'm loving the classes. Thanks Santa Monica Yoga!

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★ 5

An excellent class, a skilled, demanding teacher, a large, comfortable, attractive room.

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LOVE LOVE LOVE Santa Monica Yoga!!!! The teachers are excellent! They are happy to help and so knowledgeable

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Santa Monica Yoga is an incredibly authentic, kind, and family owned studio. Perfect for someone looking to get into yoga, they have wonderful new student specials and plenty of Level 1 classes. We took Daniel's level one this morning and loved it. We are lucky to have a place like this in Santa Monica, no frills, no judgement, just come as you are. Yoga for every body. Thanks SaMoYo!

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★ 5

Comfortable, welcoming, simple, natural studio. Knowledgeable and caring teachers. Easy parking. A great variety of classes, reasonable prices, and clear website. I love that place!! Go there or stream to accommodate your schedule!

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Santa Monica Yoga is that rare family run business that has been a part of the neighborhood for many years. It offers a wide range of classes with highly experienced and dedicated teachers who go out of their way to meet the students’ needs. In fact, when I mentioned that I didn’t think yoga was for me (I am in my mid seventies and not very flexible) Daniel asked me what specifically I would like to get from a yoga class. I was touched that an instructor would go out of his way to try to make my experience a positive one. I took a chance, took some classes, and found out that yoga was for me, after all.

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Absolutely love this Yin class. It’s the only type of yoga I do and especially Juli’s class. For anyone that does a lot of weight lifting and/or CrossFit this does wonders for your mobility

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★ 5

The studio was welcoming and warm and the quality of the teaching was superb. Strong foundation and dynamic class. I loved it and will definitely go back.

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★ 5

Love the space and Rachel is a fantastic instructor.

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★ 5

Highest praise for the class offerings, the instructors and for Bruce and his staff members!

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★ 5

For over 5 years I’ve been taking classes at SMY. Mainly Laura Gideon’s classes. She’s fantastic. All the teachers are excellent. The studio is spotless, staff is friendly and helpful. Everyone is welcome, everyone is represented!

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★ 5

An amazing studio where you can focus on your breathing and spiritual practice. If only I lived in LA I would come here consistently!

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★ 5

Lovely calming deep class.

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★ 5

Wonderful space - wonderful
teachers - low key - clean - the healthiest vibe. This place is one of Sunset Park’s greatest treasures!!!

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★ 5

My girlfriend and I visited Santa Monica Yoga and had an awesome class with Natalie. 100% would recommend and will return if we find ourselves back in town.

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★ 5

Thoroughly enjoying my "new student" package. It's a no-nonsense studio, meaning there aren't the "bells & whistles" rather, a chill atmosphere. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The teachers I've had have had years of experience. It's the essence of yoga. Highly recommend

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Wonderful space! Great class!

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Wonderful experience!

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Katherine is a wonderful instructor. She articulates beautifully, with clarity and conviction, and helps me achieve more than I would without her words of encouragement. She also mixes it up with different exercises each class, keeping the class relevant and interesting.
Morning classes are great but I'd not again take an afternoon class in the summer. The room is unbearably hot in the afternoon.

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★ 5

Nice studio, great instructors!

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★ 5

Great class from the one and only Steve Jones. We flew from VA to do it. If you're local don't be a dummy and go take it.

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★ 5

Wonderful instructor and class. Felt terrific to be there b

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★ 5

I was the only student who showed up for beach yoga on an overcast and cool day and Matt made session well worth it. Matt brought the energy and spirit I needed to start the day. Thank you Matt.

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★ 5

Loved my teacher, Cindy Fraser plus hats off to the business for creating such a nice environment.

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★ 5

I love the park yoga classes! Stacey is fantastic, just the perfect blend of offering a challenge, offering modifications, warm, compassionate, and funny. A great human being who helps me be a better human too

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★ 5

Great yoga class. Really easy to drop in and try out the studio. I'm a beginner and the instructor did a great job helping out the unexperienced as well as giving the seasoned attendants more advanced options.

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Steve is a great yoga instructor. His sequences, cues, and instructions were easy to follow my first time taking his class, but it was still challenging and a great workout. Thanks, Steve!

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★ 5

Genuine unpretentious yoga and Pilates classes. Recommend.

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Katherine was perfect for me, a 70 year-old inflexible yoga neophyte. I didn't overdo it. Katherine gently instructed me and made the class very comfortable.

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This is a wonderful community space for Yoga You can find many different classes and teachers all with heart

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★ 5

As always safe, professional, loving, educational and beneficial. Shanna and John excellent guides. Belssings , thank you Bea

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What a delicious class with Julian on Sunday at 9! Tweaked my back yesterday and made sure I was ok, and I left class with my back feeling better than when I started. Felt comfortable doing what felt right for my body and loved his modifications, cueing, and sequencing suggestions. If I could, I would take this class EVERYDAY. Thank you Julian for a most beautiful yoga experience. Wish I did not live so far away.

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I moved away from Los Angeles in 2005, but was not able to find a commensurate style yoga studio, sadly. I returned in 2020 when SMY went online!! so happy!

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★ 5

My gratitude for Santa Monica Yoga knows no bounds. Great business. Great people. Great instructors.

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★ 5

Ideal yoga studios with excellent teachers and polite staff. Thank you for all you do to make yoga a healing activity for all to discover.

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★ 5

Lovely friendly studio. Very calming and invigorating class. Thank you.

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★ 5

Just back in town for a short bit and wanted to continue my new yoga practice and SM yoga was a real treat. They made it easy with the amazing new student pass and simple to check out so many varied and welcoming classes. Well done and Thank you!

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Scheduled yoga on the beach when we woke up and within hours we were out there loving life with a gentle and kind facilitator. Recommend.

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★ 5

An amazing neighborhood resource and my favorite yoga studio in Los Angeles with wonderful instructors and staff...

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Super comfortable, great instructors, good variety of levels for the classes.

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★ 5

Great studio teachers and customer service! Love the atmosphere very healing and supportive.

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★ 5

S.M. Yoga is an amazing studio. But ...how do you review an amazing yoga teacher? You can say they're "incredible" "amazing" etc. But Julian is so much more than all that. He combines years of wisdom with a light touch. Providing a space that is casual yet sacred. He guides you through your practice to a higher place. "Amazing!"

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★ 5

Santa Monica Yoga is a great place/space to practice your yoga. It's down to earth without pretense. A simple, welcoming studio.

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A great space and community for yoga on all levels. Welcoming and comfortable.

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Amazing instructor and class!

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Great instructors. Open space. Good vibe.

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★ 5

I’ve been live-streaming classes for quite awhile now. All excellent… I love the slow stretch with Cindy!

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★ 5

Loved my beach yoga class today, and always loved the ones at Annenberg. I’ll be back for more of each.

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I’ve been going here on and off for over a decade now. This place is one of the best yoga studios in California, and is definitely the best in Santa Monica. A neighborhood yoga spot with good, real, non-pretentious yoga that doesn’t force heat on you or make you do a ton of crunches for no reason. The best.

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★ 5

Great studio

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I have only done one video class, but it was great

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★ 5

A great community-centric studio with talented teachers, conscientious classes and a lack of pretense and attitude.

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Have been a regular at this studio since it began…have always loved it. Everyone is helpful and competent and compassionate. Livestream with Julian is now one of my favorites.

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LOVE THIS YOGA CENTER!

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I just took the best Slow Deep Stretch yoga class with Santa Monica Yoga. Cindy is a fantastic teacher. She paid close attention to all of us and the class had wonderful flow & energy.

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i've been coming here 4 years. instruction is always consistent. they want u 2 have a deep understanding of yoga, not merch, not marketing. yoga. and all that comes with that. SMY is a true place 4 practice and growth.

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★ 5

This studio is large and spotless. The management is delightful. There are air purifiers placed throughout. I’ve taken classes from several instructors and they are all of the highest caliber; experienced, seasoned experts. I’ve never been to a studio that compares to SMY!

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I needed a great stretch class and that is exactly what I had today at Santa Monica Yoga. Nathalie was calm, helpful and her stretching exercises felt great!

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★ 5

Fabulous experience I love going there

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★ 5

I still love Santa Monica Yoga! They've offered classes on Zoom throughout the pandemic, with a nice option of the recording for an extra couple of days. The teachers are still great, personally I appreciate Steve Jones who provides strength, stretching and flexibility yoga sessions that challenge me and keep me guessing. He changes the routines often enough to keep it interesting!

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★ 5

Love Julian Walkers Sunday Yoga Church class..great moves, great music, great poems, great way to start the week!

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Excellent, caring and creative teachers. The studio has developed a user friendly zoom policy for flexible timing. Don't miss the rare and extraordinary beach yoga, right at the sea's edge....fantastic!

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★ 5

Great classes, teachers!! I have learned so much participating through the years. Thank you!

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★ 5

I'm fortunate to have found Santa Monica Yoga.
The staff are always attentive and helpful in assuring ease of scheduling classes.
All of the teachers whose classes I've taken are welcoming, communicative, and remarkably skilled.
Julian Walker is remarkable in his insight, clarity of instruction, and his weaving of sublime music and poetry into yoga practice.
Thanks to you all.

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★ 5

Incredible, knowledgeable, professional teachers. Extremely professional communication with office staff even with virtual classes.

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★ 5

Had a wonderful outdoor class today with Natalie! Highly recommend!!

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★ 5

Really excellent studio, with a variety of classes, and great teachers. The studio owners are kindly and incredibly responsive. They offered reliable Zoom classes during the pandemic, and have opened limited-number and masked studio classes for the vaccinated. After 30 years of martial arts, I have many injuries, but these classes are both challenging and therapeutic and I always feel better after leaving than I did before.

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Love this studio...excellent classes and teachers, great variety for all levels.
No pretensions...welcoming community environment...everything a yoga should be!!!

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I took class with Cindy, she's an excellent teacher. She is very present, engaging and wise. It was so what I needed, I look forward to practicing with her again. My body was so happy!

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★ 5

I've taken the outdoor classes in Clover Park. It was really easy to book and the instructors I've had so far have been great. The area of the park where the classes are held is a little secluded and with a gentle breeze in the morning it's a perfect way to start your day.

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★ 5

I live in Northern Va. but my son lived in Venice and now is in Culver City. For so many years I have been visiting him, or house sitting, and made many friends while walking my Grand dog. During that time I went with friends to Yoga on the Beach, always sad when I had to come home including SMY. When the pandemic happened and we were all quarantined, trips out to LA were impossible. I am on my own, but when I heard SMY was going online it was a life saver for me. Being able to do a live class with a friend who lives in Venice, despite the miles and the 3 hour time difference, at the same time, saved my psyche. SMY peeps already know this. I was out in May -July so was able to see all the SMY people live and to do Cindy's class in the park, and a Feldenkrais class at the studio. Now that I know some SMY incredible teachers and Bruce and Daniel I see them as almost friends. What these classes have done for me physically is amazing as well. So my thanks and gratefulness to SMY and my friend Sara Sluss who alerted me to this happening on line ....forever. PEACE.

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Try the Feldenkrais class!

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I have participated in yoga classes at Santa Monica Yoga for several years. I continue to be impressed by the teaching staff and the variety and levels of yoga they offer! Each teacher shows consistent care for individual needs and abilities. During the pandemic, the studio's use of technology to allow us to practice safely is commendable!

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★ 5

Small, comfy, local studio. Outstanding live stream and on-demand classes for pandemic days. Excellent teachers. Love the beach yoga class next to the waves... Socially distanced, of course.
Highly recommended!

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★ 5

I have been coming to Santa Monica Yoga on and off for many years. It is the best and most down-to-earth yoga studio that I have found in LA. It has both great classes but also a refreshingly unpretentious vibe and welcoming community. Bruce has been so helpful and accommodating when I’ve had financial limitations or needed to make adjustments to my community pass due to emergency surgery or had to be out of the country for work. Attending classes at Santa Monica Yoga has always been a great way to recharge when I am in LA so that I may be more effective at my graduate studies and work in humanitarian settings globally and in US marginalized communities. By far, the best part of COVID-19 is now I have been able to access Santa Monica Yoga classes remotely even when I am out of town or need on-demand SMY classes I can fit into my packed schedule. So, I look forward to continuing remote on-demand classes when I move onto my next chapter, even though it will no longer be in LA.

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★ 5

Love this studio, a down to earth community with great teachers.
Name should readJan not Michael(my son!)

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I've been going to SM Yoga for 20 years and I absolutely love it. The variety of teachers and the small neighborhood vibe has been so special. The studio is always clean and comfortable. It's my home away from home.

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Great studio. Highly recommend!

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So happy to be back to in-person yoga! Santa Monica Yoga handled the return beautifully: requiring vaccines, check-ins and limited class size.

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I’ve been going to this yoga studio for over twenty years. Such a relaxed atmosphere with some great teachers.

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★ 5

Love the instructors, great vibes 😊

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I’ve been practicing yoga at Santa Monica Yoga since 1994. It’s a welcoming environment with wonderful teachers and a wide variety of classes and workshops at every level. If you are new to yoga or looking for a new home for your yoga practice, I highly recommend you stop in for a class. These days most classes are online, available live or recorded (for a limited time). The studio has continued to be a lifeline during the pandemic.

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Update: 2021
I continue to be grateful for SM Yoga in my neighborhood and even more for the streaming adaptation to the year of quarantine.

I have been continuing with Iyengar yoga taught by Timothy Grundy. Online two times a week plus in Clover Park once a week (with masks on and shlepping a few yoga props of mat, blocks, strap, and blankets). More recently Michaela Reis, has been able to teach again (in the park on Tuesdays).
Both are excellent teachers and offer true personal attention to help the individual manage their practice while making modifications to prevent injury and achieve alignment. Because the practice helps to get you out of your head, it helps with restoring your inner balance, too. It just has to be experienced and these teachers are patient and knowledgeable.

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My sister was visiting from Tucson and we went to the Roll Release and Mobilize Class taught by Laura. I tell everyone that taking this class every week keeps me out of the physical therapy office. It is good for everyone (older and younger) and will help to keep your body aligned.

I asked Bruce (the wonderful, friendly owner of SM Yoga) for a recommendation of an Iyengar yoga teacher at the studio as I needed to work on really understanding yoga positions. He recommended Michaela’s class. This is an amazing class for me. The teacher is fantastic, giving, and will frequently make small corrections to your body.

The class uses lots of props (blocks, straps, blankets, chairs) and a rope wall to get into different poses. This has been revelatory to me. It’s worth trying it out to see if this style speaks to you.

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★ 5

Santa Monica Yoga got excellent teachers. I like that they explains every movement in details. At the end of classes, teachers always answer students questions in details. So far I took Stacy Browns's Feldenkrais, Cindy Fraser's Slow Deep Stretch, Sonya Chapnick's Restorative Yoga, and Sharon Holly's Stretch, Strengthen, Balance and Restore. These are all excellent classes. Theses classes are not strenuous. They are very good to help keeping you healthy and restoring your body.

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★ 5

Love this studio! The teachers are great, highly knowledgeable and the vibe is very down to earth. Been doing their live streaming classes for months and they are bringing me back to sanity during the quarantine. The studio feels good to be in too. I used to go there in the before times.

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★ 5

Steve did an awesome class!

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★ 5

I've practiced with SMY for 15 years. They offer great instructors and a friendly culture. Love them!!!

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