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Ashley Koons
Ashley Koons

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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Hannah G
Hannah G

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

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Lara Ortiz-Luis
Lara Ortiz-Luis

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!). …

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Jeff Thorpe
Jeff Thorpe

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

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Latisia Apaza
Latisia Apaza

I speak 🗣️ from experience and the joys in my heart ❤️ after Dr adazal help me get my ex lovers back after being separated from each other for over two months I was able to get through it because I was in love but all thanks to dr adazal …

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Nancy Goodstein
Nancy Goodstein

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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Andrew Susskind
Andrew Susskind

Professional, friendly and clean

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Hi Andrew, thank you for joining us for class! We hope to see you again soon.

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Claudia Anderson
Claudia Anderson

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 …

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Bruce Brown
Bruce Brown

My first Yoga class today, was tremendous!

Julien was qualified + experienced, and he had lovely music. A lovely session.

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Thanks for the kind words – we are glad to hear you enjoyed class with Julian!

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Julia Parker
Julia Parker

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 …

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Maggie Sennish
Maggie Sennish

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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Yehudit Coutin
Yehudit Coutin

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…

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Meagan Blair
Meagan Blair

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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Maureen Jennings
Maureen Jennings

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 …

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Lori Volheim
Lori Volheim

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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Mary Fontaine
Mary Fontaine

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

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Am RS
Am RS

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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Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the class, and hope to see you again soon!

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Teri Bernstein
Teri Bernstein

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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Pamela Thompson
Pamela Thompson

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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Lamaia Vaughn
Lamaia Vaughn

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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Zia Hucks
Zia Hucks

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!

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Thank you Zia – your support is very much appreciated.

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Kim Ponders
Kim Ponders

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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Hi Kim, so glad to hear you enjoyed Julian's class, and welcome to the studio!

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V S
V S

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 …

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Thank you for the kind words!

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Patti Bishop
Patti Bishop

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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Hi Patti, thanks for letting us know how much you enjoyed Julian Walker's class!

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Karen Scourby D'Arc
Karen Scourby D'Arc

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 …

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Thank you Karen, so glad to hear you had a good experience in class!

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Anthony Flores
Anthony Flores

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…

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Thanks Anthony – We also love Stacy's Feldenkrais class!

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Anthony C
Anthony C

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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Hi Anthony, thanks for the feedback on Katherine's class. We're glad you had a great experience.

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Paula Reckson
Paula Reckson

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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Hi Paula, thanks for dropping in! We're glad to hear you enjoyed Julian Walker's class!

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Christine Mourad
Christine Mourad

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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Hi Christine, thanks for your longtime support and contributing to the Santa Monica Yoga vibe!

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Frank Jackson
Frank Jackson

Patience, thoughtful and calm.

Great class.

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Hi Frank, thanks for joining us for Cindy's Adaptive Yoga class. We're glad you enjoyed it!

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Sheri Marlowe
Sheri Marlowe

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

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Thank you Sheri, glad to have you at Cindy's class in Clover Park!

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Andrea Davis
Andrea Davis

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 …

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Thanks, Andrea! Great to see you in the studio.

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Meredith McCarthy
Meredith McCarthy

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

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Thank you for the kind words, Meredith!

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Katie Riley
Katie Riley

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 …

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Thank you, Katie – it's great to hear you enjoyed your park class!

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Adele Griffin
Adele Griffin

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 …

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Hi Adele, thanks for the kind words. We hope to see you again soon!

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Cindy Milwe
Cindy Milwe

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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Thank you Cindy!

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Diane Rose-Solomon
Diane Rose-Solomon

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 …

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Diane, thanks for your many years of support!

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Farley Ziegler
Farley Ziegler

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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Thanks Farley, it's great to have you as a regular!

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Susanne Griffin
Susanne Griffin

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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Thanks Susanne, we hope to see you again next time you are in town.

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Pamela Schoenberg
Pamela Schoenberg

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

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Thanks for joining us, we hope to see you again in Steve's class soon!

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rosalie4real
rosalie4real

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

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Thanks Rosalie, we love having you in class!

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Henry Bean
Henry Bean

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

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Thanks! We're glad to hear you are enjoying Michal Lerman's Iyengar classes.

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Asije Mamudi
Asije Mamudi

God bless Doctor Robert for helping me cure my herpes disease. i have suffered herpes for a long period of time, i have tried so many remedy, but known seems to work. But i had contact with a herbal doctor who i saw so many people …

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karen milack
karen milack

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

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Thanks, Karen – we love having you in class!

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Trenton Gould
Trenton Gould

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 …

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Thanks Trent, we always love having you in class!

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Gisele Lee
Gisele Lee

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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Thank you Gisele, it's nice to see you in class again!

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Jody Miles
Jody Miles

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’ …

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Thanks Jody, we love to see you in class!

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Patricia Sweeney
Patricia Sweeney

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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Thanks for the kind words, Patricia! We're so lucky to have Juli teaching at our studio.

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Carmel Marock
Carmel Marock

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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So happy you enjoyed your classes at SMY! Looking forward to seeing you here again soon.

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robert quintero
robert quintero

Love the space and Rachel is a fantastic instructor.

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Thanks, Robert! We love having Rachael back teaching with us!

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Stephen Manes
Stephen Manes

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

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Thanks, Stephen! We appreciate the kind words.

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louise sevilla
louise sevilla

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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Thanks so much, Louise! We're so happy to have Laura and all of our stellar teachers teaching at our studio. Looking forward to seeing you in class soon!

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Nicole Garcia
Nicole Garcia

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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Thanks, Nicole! Looking forward to your next visit to LA!

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Susan Wyler
Susan Wyler

Lovely calming deep class.

Response from business owner

Thanks for the kind words, Susan! Juli is awesome!

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Pam F.
Pam F.

Wonderful space – wonderful

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

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Thanks for the kind words, Pam! We appreciate you!

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Luke Kinney Music
Luke Kinney Music

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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Thanks so much for the shoutout to the studio and to Natalie! We are lucky to have her. Hope to see you again next time you folks are in town.

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Carole Taub
Carole Taub

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. …

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Thank you, Carole! We look forward to having you in class again soon.

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Annie DeWitt
Annie DeWitt

Wonderful space! Great class!

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Thanks, Annie! We are delighted to have you as part of our little yoga community.

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Mary Pinder-Schenck
Mary Pinder-Schenck

Wonderful experience!

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Thanks so much for the five stars, Mary! We look forward to seeing you in class again soon.

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Lou Desser
Lou Desser

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 …

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Response from business owner

Thanks for the kind words about Katherine – we're super happy to have her in our little yoga community. AC is definitely on our wishlist for the future. Hopefully, things will be cooling off soon!

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Erkan Onurlu
Erkan Onurlu

Nice studio, great instructors!

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Thanks for the kind words, Erkan! Hope to see you back in the studio soon.

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Morgan
Morgan

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.

Response from business owner

Thanks, Morgan! Steve is awesome and we're delighted to have him on our team.

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Jane Modoono
Jane Modoono

Wonderful instructor and class. Felt terrific to be there b

Response from business owner

So nice to have you! Steve's class is great – super happy you enjoyed it!

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Brittany Hoffman
Brittany Hoffman

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.

Response from business owner

So happy you enjoyed your beach class with Matt! We can't think of a more perfect setting.

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Paul Howell
Paul Howell

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

Response from business owner

Thanks, Paul! Cindy has been with us for many years and she's got a LOT of fans (including us). So happy you enjoyed her class!

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Jo Wright
Jo Wright

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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Thanks for the kind words, Jo! We love Stacey, too.

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Gareth Kanter
Gareth Kanter

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.

Response from business owner

Thanks, Gareth! Hope to see you in Juli's class again soon!

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Charlie Sponsel
Charlie Sponsel

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!

Response from business owner

Thanks for the kind words, Charlie! We're so happy to have Steve in our yoga community. Looking forward to having you in class again!

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Leonie Nanassy
Leonie Nanassy

Genuine unpretentious yoga and Pilates classes. Recommend.

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Thanks, Leonie! We look forward to having you back in class again.

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Patrick DeCarolis, Jr.
Patrick DeCarolis, Jr.

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.

Response from business owner

Very happy to hear you enjoyed Katherine's class! It's a great way to start the day.

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Peta orbach
Peta orbach

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

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Thank you, Peta! It's nice to have you back!

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Bea Ammidown
Bea Ammidown

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

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Thank you Bea. I'm glad you could join us for Shanna and John's workshop!

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Rebecca Shoda-Meyer
Rebecca Shoda-Meyer

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 …

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Response from business owner

Thanks Rebecca, we're glad to hear you find Julian's class so beneficial. Don't forget, you can also join online!

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melissa c.
melissa c.

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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Yay! Glad it's working out for you. Happy to "see" you in class.

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Sara Sluss
Sara Sluss

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

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Thanks for being a longtime loyal customer, Sara! We appreciate you!

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Denise Maratos
Denise Maratos

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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Thanks Denise! So happy to have you as part of our little community.

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Deborah Frances-White
Deborah Frances-White

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

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Thank you so much! Look forward to having you in the studio again.

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Bonnie Bennetts
Bonnie Bennetts

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 …

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Response from business owner

Yay, Bonnie! We were happy to share our space with you. Be sure to come back next time you are in Santa Monica!

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Alexandra McGee
Alexandra McGee

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.

Response from business owner

Aw, that's so sweet, Alexandra! Matt's beach classes are the best – especially with the warmer weather coming.

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Dee Pack
Dee Pack

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

Response from business owner

Thanks for the kind words, Dee! And also thanks for being a long-time, loyal customer!

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Brad Bennett
Brad Bennett

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

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Thanks, Brad! Looking forward to having you join us again soon.

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Nina Haller
Nina Haller

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

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Thanks, Nina! Looking forward to seeing you again soon.

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jack tate
jack tate

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 …

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Thanks for the kind words, Jack! Julian IS an awesome teacher!

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Alan Z
Alan Z

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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Thanks, Alan! Hope to see you again soon.

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melissa parker robinson
melissa parker robinson

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

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Thanks, Melissa! It's a pleasure having you as part of our yoga community.

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Nicole Rife Chan
Nicole Rife Chan

Amazing instructor and class!

Response from business owner

Thanks, Nicole! Stacy is an amazing teacher.

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Aimee Liu
Aimee Liu

Great instructors. Open space. Good vibe.

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We appreciate the kind words, Aimee. Looking forward to seeing you in class again.

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Phyllis C
Phyllis C

Hi Bruce, Please tell Daniel I always enjoyed his classes and I really enjoyed his class the other day! Is Daniel a teacher, like a professor? He is so scholarly. Thank you

Risa Gordon
Risa Gordon

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

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Thanks so much, Risa! We love having you as part of our little yoga community.

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Kriss Smylie
Kriss Smylie

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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Thanks, Kriss! Looking forward to seeing you there again!

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Sawyer Fuller
Sawyer Fuller

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 …

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Yay! Thanks for the kind words, Sawyer. We hope more people come to check out our new class on Thursday with Thais!

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Daniela Morato
Daniela Morato

Great studio

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Thanks, Daniela! Hope to see you back soon.

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Jody Briskin
Jody Briskin

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

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Thanks, Jody! Glad you enjoyed the online class. Hope to see you again soon.

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David Leroi
David Leroi

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

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Thanks, David! Always a pleasure having you in class.

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Susan Weselis
Susan Weselis

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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Thanks so much, Susan! Looking forward to your next online visit with Julian.

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Val Slamka
Val Slamka

I am on the East Coast and love the live streams! The times are perfect for me and the teachers are great.

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Anonymous
Anonymous

I Guys, I just finishedStacy's Feldenkrais class from Wed. and was SO glad it is her longer. I never thought about SMY being on Facebook but will checknow. Please tell Stacy (and Cindy, I need her visual sometimes), I really enjoyed this …

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Jamy Myatt
Jamy Myatt

LOVE THIS YOGA CENTER!

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Yay! We are so happy to have you with us in class!

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Lisa Holtzman
Lisa Holtzman

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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Thanks for the lovely review, Lisa! Everyone loves Cindy's class.

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Taj Paxton
Taj Paxton

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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Thank you so much for the kind words! We love having you as a part of our community.

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