Philadelphia's Best Yoga 2008

Old City yoga studio offers Vinyasa and Hatha instruction as well as Pilates and Tai Chi; teacher training available.

Reviews:

• “Highly Recommended for Vinyasa and Hatha Yoga”
• “Awesome”
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Inner Bliss Yoga Center

Reviews:

• “the best”

Bikram’s Yoga College of India

Yoga studio aims to make the popular exercise accessible to babies, adults and everyone in between.

Reviews:

• “Lovely!”
• “last minute cancellation”
• “Great for adults and children!”

Yoga Child
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Offers prenatal, Ashtanga and Kripula yoga along with Pilates, Qi Gong meditation, massage and teacher training; art gallery on site.

Art & Soul Yoga & Pilates
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Large, airy studio specializes in beginner, intermediate and advanced Vinyasa, Jivamukti and Kundalini yoga classes plus workshops and training seminars.

Reviews:

• “Check out Alex & Jonathan they rock it out”
• “appaling”
• “Best Yoga and most welcoming atmosphere of anywhere, in any city I’ve ever taken class, from NY to LA!”
• “Studio Perfection”
• “I never felt better!”

Tips: Ongoing discussion groups about yoga and its philosophies are held weekly for as little as $7.

Dhyana Yoga

Twist, bend, breathe, relax—and sweat—in a 100-degree room during Bikram’s intense 26-pose yoga series.

Reviews:

• “I love this place”
• “great instructors”
• “I should have known when I walked through the door…”
• “Worst “yoga” experience I’ve ever had"
• “Best Yoga Studio in Philly”

Tips: First-timers get one week (seven consecutive days) of unlimited classes for $15.

Bikram’s Yoga College of India

Fitness philosophy targets heart, muscle and mind through exercise, education and nutrition. Walk in, pay-as-you-go and full membership options.

Reviews:

• “The Best”
• “Antithesis of Pretentious and Rude! Super Awesome Friendly Nice Gym – the Staff is GREAT! "
• “SO PRETENCIOUS, THE STAFF IS RUDE , WILL NEVER GO BACK”
• “Best efficient, energizing, and fun workout”
• “a really unique concept and an awesome work-out!”

Fusion / Heart – Muscle – Mind

Offers 40,000 square feet of workout space, cardiovascular equipment, aerobics and spinning rooms as well as saunas, whirlpools and steam-rooms.

Reviews:

• “Great Place! I just joined and love it”
• “V. nice facilities”
• “Better then LA Fitness”
• “Best Gym ever!”
• “Losing weight by the week!!!”

Tips: There is a convenient babysitting service provided for busy parents who need a stress-free workout.

The Aquatics & Fitness Center

Basic, vinyasa and ashtanga yoga classes are taught one-on-one or in groups. Prenatal classes also are available.

Reviews:

• “just go and try.”
• “Phila Yoga”
• “Good Iyengar Yoga”
• “Yoga, straight up”
• “great pre-natal yoga!”

Practice Yoga

Offers laser hair removal, waxing, facials, Reiki, skin treatments, group spa parties and more.

Reviews:

• “Great Threading”

Shanti Medical Spa & Wellness
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