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Inner Space Yoga
Category: Active Life Fitness & Instruction Yoga Yoga [Edit]
289 Abbott StSte 100
Vancouver, BC V6B 2K7
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
(604) 689-1331
- Good for Kids:
- No
14 reviews for Inner Space Yoga
14 reviews in English
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Review from Reena M.
Updated - 4/25/2012 30 Check-ins Here
I cannot express how much I love this yoga studio. I started with a 1 month social shopper deal and this January I took the plunge and bough a 1-year membership! Talk about commitment!
I really like the instructors at Inner space. Rebecca's classes are fantastic and she really brings the practice back to the roots of Hinduism sometimes, which I appreciate. Mike is awesome as well! I did a 5-week workshop of his about the 5 principles of anusara yoga and felt so enlightened in my practice. Anusara yoga really focuses on practicing yoga in a safe manner so that you don't hurt yourself. And the instructors really encourage that.
I am glad to have turned yoga into a lifestyle change. I feel happier, calmer, and lighter. I deal with problems a lot differently now. Not to mention, I have much greater muscular strength that I never thought would be possible for me in my entire life.
If anyone wants to try out yoga for the first time or just find a new, safe way of practicing, I highly recommend Inner Space. The instructors really work with you and are very supportive.
Also, the infrared sauna they have is fantastic. They also have a massage therapist, naturopath, and an acupuncturist on site.
My only criticism would be is that it would be awesome if they had shower facilities.Listed in: Taking Care of Myself, Staying Active
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11/2/2011
This was my first time doing yoga ever and I was really nervous about coming here for my first… Read more »
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Review from Melissa R.
Vancouver, BC
3/29/2012
I'm new to Yoga, I've only experienced a few community classes and a home dvd.
I was nervous about my skill level, my first class was Morning flow with Chris. Chris was kind, calm and attentive. The movements we're simple yet challenging and I got a major tushy workout. It was very meditative, I felt energized afterwards and had an ear to ear smile.
My second class was Morning Flow with Katie. Katie is energitic, her class was more physically challenging (I did my first ever wall handstand!) I enjoyed the physical and mental challenge. Katie is very attentive and will quietly come assist you. I got a major core workout.
Both classes had 5-8 people in them.
The space is very welcoming, it speaks for itself. When you enter you immediately feel part of a community. There are no feelings of competition or inadequacy. There are free cubbies with or without locks for your belongings as well as 3 change rooms and a bathroom. You don't need to bring a mat, however you are responsible for cleaning the mat you used after class. It's proper etiquette not to step on other peoples mats. Some people bring a mat and place it over the mat provided. They also provide blocks and bolsters.
The price is on the steep side, but this is Gastown right? I've opted to purchase the 20 Class Pack and go at my own pace.
P.S. You go down the alley and up the stairs. Inner space is above Abbott St. not on the street. -
Review from Robin M.
2/10/2012 1 Check-in Here
Hulllloo, restoration! Not long ago, in a time and a place that seems almost eons away, I shared an apartment with this insane hippie sanskrit-speaking-full-of-love-and-good-intention- doing-sipping-whiskey-out-of-jam-jar-drinking roommate who would trade Sanskrit tutoring for in-house yoga. As in, we would move all of pillows (because, naturally, we didn't own any furniture. Like, at all) four times a week for a yoga instructor to come into our home and teach. This was my introduction to candlelight hatha.
Fast-forward X+Y number of years (Y being the variable that accounts for skewed memories that invariably come with age and copious amounts of wine), and I find myself in knots, stressed out, in pain -- clogged chakras all up in my hizzy. I needed relief. I needed release. I needed me some restorative and candlelit yoga. Inner Space is out of control good. After just THE FIRST class, I felt blissed, blessed, and bewildered that it'd taken me this long to go.
Sure, it's pricey, but hell, I'm worth it. Addiction comes in all forms -- just so happens this one is good for me. Who needs in-house when we've got Inner Space?Listed in: Which town? Gastown., Me Time
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Review from M C.
Vancouver, BC
5/3/2012
I bought an unlimited month of yoga clases for 19. pretty good deal! the studio is very cozy, the teachers are really good, there's a good vibe on the place, the yoga rooms already have yoga mattresses so you don't need to carry yours.
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Review from Melissa E.
Vancouver, BC
9/2/2011
Been to ISY twice now...first time was a lunch Anusara class with Christine. Class was good. I wasn't super into it, maybe work on the mind, but I was a little sore the next day which is good (i know you aren't suppose to be sore after yoga necessarily but I hadn't been in awhile so at least I knew i was re-working those muscles!).
Then last night I checked out Chris' Restorative class. WHOA!! SO GOOD! Very suttle. This isn't power yoga...it isn't even yin. It's very suttle, very relaxing and Chris is really great and with a good voice. It was an hour and half class and it flew by. I was totally relaxed and had a great sleep last night. Highly recommended. I'm pretty psyched to check out his other classes.
Sign up etc was fast and painless. The front desk was nice, inviting and helpful. Actually what I really love is the location...you walk into an old school wrought iron gate into a narrow Gastown alley. That feeling of being transported in time (or to Europe) doesn't necessarily extend into the Abbott House building itself but it is nonetheless really a pleasant entry...
The only thing I think could be improved is the scheduling...I guess coming from a stint at West Coast Hot Yoga, i'm used to more selection and struggle a bit with the times and gaps between classes. Having said that, I think they are relatively new and need more members before they can offer more classes. The 2 classes I've been to were at best half full.
So what i'm saying is...go check it out! More ISY would be a good thing!!Listed in: Bendy Twisty - Yoga in YVR
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Review from Curtis R.
Vancouver, BC
6/10/2011 49 Check-ins Here
I purchased an unlimited membership 5 weeks ago and am now hooked on this studio. Consistently great yoga instructors and a cosy welcoming, friendly studio. Have been to Semperviva and YYoga too, which are also very good, but Inner Space is more intimate and equally good instructors.
I typically do the Anusara Yoga classes which they seem to specialize in. They have complimentary wider yoga mats for the Anusara poses and a water cooler with glasses. You can also book your spot online which makes it easier to just show up and know the class will have a spot for you.
Overall great studio and great addition to Gastown. -
Review from Tania B.
Vancouver, BC
3/28/2011
Very high level instructors, consistently. My first class there was with Chris, he's amazing. Very sweet, very engaged. I then took my sister to her first class with him and she also had a great experience.
My class today was with maybe the 5th person I've had a class with there, and yet again was impressed by the quality of knowledge and practice.
The space is beautiful, location is amazing for me..
but the team is really what stands out.
Every class is an invitation to honor your body, and in that I feel completely comfortable sitting poses out if it doesn't feel right that day, or going hard if I'm feelin that. And that goes for the sense you get from the front of the room and from the whole group. Maybe it's also because nice instructors attract nice students? :) -
Review from Vanessa G.
1/18/2011
Today was my first days of 6 weeks of Yoga at Inner Space. Located in a cute Euro ally in the heart of gastown. You climb upstairs to a warm wooden palace. Their are 2 yoga rooms, a really cool tea room, lots of change rooms, and complimentary yoga mats.
After spending over year at a studio with no complimentary yoga mats i have to say that this is the way to go. I don't have to drag my mat around town with me, or worry about getting charged if i forget it.
I took a noon hour hatha class with Chris and it was perfect. I will be going back almost everyday for the next 6 weeks. I will let you know if my perception changes. -
Review from Karen R.
7/2/2010 2 photos
Just came back from an amazing experience at Inner Space Yoga in Gastown. The space itself is beautiful - it's old school in an older building in Gastown, bright windows, lots of plants. It's very calming.
We were greeted by our teacher Chris, admittedly a few minutes late. He told us we were the only 2 people there (score!!) and didn't freak out over the fact we were late. In fact, we went a few minutes past 1pm to get the full hour.
The mats they had there for us to use were awesome. They were a heavy gum rubber which means you don't slip and if you're anything like me, I sweat like a beast when doing yoga, so to feel sturdy the whole hour was great. As for Chris, he was great. Very warm and welcoming - genuine. I know there were only two of us, but he really paid attention to us and how we were doing, not just going through the motions of the class.
I feel great right now so much so that I have a bit of a spring in my step!Listed in: Passport to Prana - One Yoga…
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Review from Carey B.
Vancouver, BC
2/9/2011
Went to my first class of restortive yoga and loved it.
I want to sign up just putting the funds together.
Very excited they have the infrared saunas now too! -
Review from Jenna H.
Vancouver, BC
3/19/2011
I feel so lucky that I live 2 blocks away from Inner Space AND that I was able to score a Groupon for 6 weeks of yoga for only $20! The studio spaces are lovely, open and serene and so far I have been very impressed with all the instructors. They offer many classes during the day and evening, and so far none of them have seen over crowded as sometimes yoga classes get. I also appreciate the down to earth friendly attitude of everyone who works there.
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Review from Lee A.
Vancouver, BC
5/7/2011
Wonderful instructors- very friendly and knowledgeable. Class sizes are good, and the space is really beautiful. Would definitely recommend coming here. Really enjoyed the pilates classes and the yin yoga. While prices are high, that is the norm for Vancouver unfortunately.
Have to agree with a previous reviewer I think Chris is a great teacher too! -
Review from A L.
North Vancouver, BC
8/30/2011
Great studio, great classes and FANTASTIC teachers. I purchased a social shopper for one month unlimited and will definitely be buying another round of classes.
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Review from donna s.
Vancouver, BC
3/11/2011
I have tried about 5 yoga studios now and this is one of my favorites for sure! Great teachers, nice space, good schedule of classes. They have both yoga and pilates which is great...i found doing a weekly pilates class really improved my yoga practice as reminded me to stay connected to my core. Highly recommend
