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Yogatree Downtown
Category: Active Life Fitness & Instruction Yoga Yoga [Edit]
140 Spadina AvenueUnit 201
Toronto, ON M5V 2L4
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Downtown Core
(416) 603-9642
- Good for Kids:
- No
10 reviews for Yogatree Downtown
10 reviews in English
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Review from Laura C.
Toronto, ON
Updated - 4/23/2012 5 Check-ins Here
I came back to review and rave about Jason's Reduced Heat L1-2 yoga class, turns out my previous review already did that.
I strongly believe that Jason's method of instruction is an example all instructors should follow. He spends the entire class walking around and making adjustments. Nothing passes his eye. I mean, isn't it one of the main reasons you're paying someone to instruct so that they could potentially correct you?
What I also love is that he gives you a lot of things to think about during the poses. Makes it interesting and keeps the same old poses from being dull.
The class itself was great. The usual poses were varied by different ways of getting into it, and I was introduced to some non-yoga poses/stretches that really helped release the upper body. I like that he combines yoga and other methods to stretch.
As usual, the YogaTree studio is clean and nice. I love the lockers and showers and it feels very comfortable. Easy check-in and out via swipe, and you can sign up for classes online. The only thing is parking is difficult and expensive ($2.50 on the streets if you can find it).
But aside from a few instructors, it's hit or miss when it comes to class quality, at least from my experience. And the good ones are evident by the full classes.
I do recommend this studio and classes for those wanting something a little different than regular moksha etc.Listed in: Om.........Namaste, Yoga Studios that I would take…, Unexpected Delights!! (Perks!)
4 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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11/22/2011
It gets really busy here in the evening! It's my first time back since this summer when they first… Read more »
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Review from Catherine L.
Toronto, ON
3/14/2012
The best thing about YogaTree is the change rooms - I give them 5 stars on that. They have lockers that you can pre-program - a feature I've only seen in fancy spas. It makes it really convenient to store your valuables without worrying about them. They also have 4 showers, which can still get crowded, but it does make it possible to take a shower after hot yoga without waiting a long time. They also have a nice waiting area with couches and complimentary tea.
As for the class itself, I've only taken one so far and it was OK. Not the best but not the worse either, but I didn't see much to differentiate it from others I've been to. The studio was spacious and clean.
Overall, a decent yoga spot downtown, but I didn't find the classes particularly motivating. -
Review from C Z.
Toronto, ON
5/10/2012
One of the best yoga studios in Toronto. I was a member when they first opened, took a break for more than six months, tried other studios, and here i am, back at Yogatree! I love that they have made it very easy to book classes with an iPhone app (wish you could cancel classes via the app too) and you don't have to sign a yearly membership for unlimited classes (only 4 months!). Studio is new and clean; great open-space. Very nice washrooms, you don't even have to bring a lock for the lockers. Lovely lounge. Staff is friendly. Great location.
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Review from Renata R.
11/22/2011
Beautiful, spacious, clean, shiny. I was really impressed when I arrived and was having a hard time keeping my jaw from dropping too much.
I took a "Hot Yoga Level 2" class with a substitute teacher. The studio wasn't really hot - let's say, warm - and nobody really cleaned it before the class started. I considered it EEEEW. I had the worst class, in the sense of "most boring", I've ever seen in my life. Class was not really intense or difficult, was just repetitive. BORING. I am willing to try Yogatree again, but something completely different, because the studio is so beautiful, but I won't ever try Warm Yoga Level Boring again.Listed in: Passport To Prana
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Review from Beverley D.
7/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
Came to toronto to visit family and was in dire need for a yoga class. Took a class at 1030am and it was a level 1 class.
1) Studio is nice and clean. Loved the windows and open space. Lockers are cool where you put your own combination. I'd give that a plus! But the bathroom space is tiny. If the class was crowded I believe it would be a nightmare, thank god I came during a low census time.
2) Price is pretty standard for most yoga studios, but instead of saying its 17 dollars or so on their website, they should just make it a flat 20 dollar for a drop in class since it pretty much came out to 20 dollars for a drop in with taxes. Simple and not surprising to guest.
3) Teacher was decent. i took a level one class since that's all I had time for and it was a good enough class for a beginner.
Overall it wasn't a bad studio. I'd have to take a few more classes to give it a full comprehensive rating, but I'd definitely come back to give it a try. -
Review from Jennifer L.
Toronto, ON
7/23/2011
I didn't like the atmosphere of this place at all. I got a bad feeling the second I walked in and took off my shoes. My immediate first impression was "hair salon", not "yoga studio." Why is everything so sterile, bright and white? The people behind the counter were cold and too cool for school.
The change room had plenty of lockers but clearly not enough space to accommodate the miles of girls who anxiously whipped off their yoga gear and brushed their hair frantically. There wasn't any room to even stand and wait. I also didn't like that the toilets were within the same tight space. To be frank, everything smelled unpleasant, a mixture of stale urine, bad perfume and farts.
The clientele is a big part of the yoga experience. I didn't enjoy the loud yapping I heard in the change room, waiting room and the hallway by the practice room. Isn't it yoga etiquette to keep it down?
No thanks.Listed in: Sweet Relief
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Review from Jennifer K.
Markham, ON
I have to write an update since now it is more than one month after my first visit to Yogatree Downtown and I been back for a couple of times for various classes!
- Water Fountain has been installed so you can just bring in your water bottles for refills
- New Classes have been added but hopefully some more on the weekends...
- Classes are starting to be busy... luckily the heated room is huge, I never felt crowded.. as I need my space!
And you can also use your Passport to Prana to try out this brand new studio!Listed in: Yoga Studios I visited in…, Passport to Prana 2011
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3/30/2011 First to Review
Yogatree just opened a 3rd location downtown at the corner of Spadina and Richmond.
I drop by this… Read more »
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Review from Sanita M.
11/1/2011
Very nice, clean and bright reception area, with lots of chairs and space for shoes. receptionist was nice but not too friendly, could have helped me more in details but looked like she wants me to understand it all by myself.
Went for my first class here - Hot Yoga L1-2 on Tuesday. The heat was not that bad and also the room was not that crowded at noon (they say evenings are usually really busy so I never tried it but I experienced lunch time classes beeing crowded). Teacher (Diane) was also very nice but could have paid attention to everyone little more (if the posture is not right). I am not a beginner but this class was little too fast and challanging. I am a huge fan of Reduced Hear (Level 1) class with Melissa, or Hot Yoga (Lever 1) with Kim H.
Reduced Heat class (+ 28 C) is supposed to be less heated than regular Hot Yoga class but I found it to be almost the same.
The changing rooms are pretty nice and clean, there are lockers with a code that can be used for no extra charge. Washrooms (inside the changing rooms) look little weird but not bad. They also have yummy hot tea to enjoy before or after class.
The price is $160/month but there is special for $40/month (first time clients). Towel rent $2 and mat rent - $2, so bring your own! -
Review from Alan W.
Toronto, ON
5/28/2011
I was going to the Yoga Tree studio in Richmond Hill for a month and was impressed with their excellent instuctors and the facilities there and was excited to hear that they opened their newest 3rd location in Downtown TO. I was even stoked that Groupon had a special offer which I quickly took advantage of.
The downtown studio is very nice, situated at the corner of Spadina and Richmond, very central and close to everything. The place is new, clean and modern. The reception area has a nice sitting area with a great view of the vibrant intersection and offered hot herbal tea. A great place to hang out before or after your class. Even the hallway leading to the two yoga studios had benches to sit down and a nice revolving gallery of local artists.
The change/shower room is nicely designed, great lockers where you set your own combo which makes it effortless and easy.
Being a beginner to yoga, having going for a couple months, I really appreciated the level 1 hot yoga. The instructor was easy to follow and was cautious and aware of everyone's ability. You could make it as leisurely or hard as your please.
The only thing I could wish was more evening classes.
Yoga Tree offers a new member's unlimited month special which I highly suggest to try out. Yoga Tree is a great addition to the King West/Entertainment District. -
Review from Sophie P.
Toronto, ON
9/14/2011
I got 1 month unlimited for $45... and went 3 times. $45 is a good deal, but it;s for new customers only. I wasn't able to work out for a few weeks so couldn't make the most of the month.
I also had a deal site voucher, but it was only valid for 3 months and I couldn't get to the place before it expired. I asked if I could somehow still use it (I was only 2 weeks past expiry) and they said no. Ok, fine... but c'mon.. 3 months to use it? Usually it's 6-12 months.
Te place is pretty sterile and cold feeling, but it is modern and clean.
The classes I did go to were good, teachers were great.
