Black Swan Yoga Orchard

Love love love this place! I took JJ’s Onnit class today and will be back! I am a long time runner, and by no means a Yogi and found the initial flow portion of the fee class to be mentally and physically challenging, but still very enjoyable. JJ is a delight, and really made the glass super enjoyable, motivating, and I look forward to spending another Sunday in his class. The rest
of the staff was super chill, friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.

I’m a big fan of Black Swan. I think they make Austin proud and they truly understand the market for yuppie yoga.
This location is dark and sultry with ambient lighting and music. It’s $ 10-​$ 15 suggested donation but I go with ClassPass so nbd. I love that the classes are always challenging and super sweaty. They also add a social element by encouraging everyone to meet their neighbors at the beginning of class so be sure to pick a spot next to a hottie.
The Friday and Sunday evening classes with John are my favorite!

The gold standard of Yoga for city folks. I enjoy visiting Black Swan whenever I am in Austin. This is a wonderful place to practice. They have set a level of professionalism wrapped in warmth of personalized service which is unmatched in the Yoga business.

i took a flow class here w/​dave, and it was pretty good. he had a soothing voice, and the vibe of the class was great. the studio itself is a bit rustic, but i liked that the class was heated. i had to rent a mat, since i was just visiting from out of town, and it was $ 5, which is a bit pricey.

I have tried 2 classes in the last few months at the Orchard location. The first time I went by myself (I have classpass so I have tried practically every studio in Austin). I have been practicing for years and was shocked at the fact that they did not have blocks, I ended up using my water bottle as a block I was so desperate. They now have blocks thank goodness. I felt like I was at a gym. There is nothing yoga about this place. There was a huge range of levels in the class primarily beginners and I honestly wanted to stand up and adjust people because it was a mess.
— It’s hot. I am ok with that but just be aware of that.
–its fast paced with no emphasis on modifications or alignment
–both of classes involved first doing core exercises followed by some sun salutations followed by pigeon
–Shavasana lasts approximately 30 seconds and involves loud music, such as dubstep
–if you are a beginner, who enjoys gyms and crunches and working out (which a lot of people do!) then you might love this place
–if you have any interest in meditation, breath work, or anything other than asana this is not the place for you
–the instructors were very nice and welcoming and I honestly don’t think it is their fault I think it is the atmosphere and management
–there are just much better studios in Austin (including donation based studios) that have many of the original instructors

I’m a houston native and come to ATX every so often and when I do, I always make it a priority to get my yoga work out in. So far, the only instructor that have stood out to me at BSY has been Adam. He’s a pretty cool guy and his practice is a good balance for those who are new to yoga (my precious boyfriend) and those that love a challenge (ashtanga practitioner whasss up). He knows everyone’s name and has a strong awareness of what they can and can’t do and then challenges his students. Gotta love a good yogi instructor.

Always wanting to try different yoga studios and teachers, sometimes that works out, and sometimes it really doesn’t. Lucky for me this was a good day. The studio was easy to find, the instructor was great, and the vinyasa class definitely made me sweat. The studio takes donations as payment, typical donation per class is around $ 10, which for an Austin studio with great teachers is a steal – if you like the teacher, pay a little more! The studio has a open setting, the class wasn’t overly «granola» but not «commercial» either. I’ll be back!

I came to the 10:30 flow on Saturday and really liked it. Donation based studio so you can take a yoga class for $ 10! They didn’t put the AC on but that was okay because I like to sweat and feel I can stretch more with some heat. I used to take hot yoga so I’m used to the heat but if you like AC it might not be for you. Overall I had a great experience.

I love this studio and their wonderful and experienced yogis! It’s a large studio, with a perfect ambiance, music quality, temperature and groovy lighting! The hot sweaty classes are awesome, if you attend them regularly you can note your own progress. The flows are unique to each instructor. You never know what you’re getting into the first time you do a flow with each yogi. Oh, and then there’s hot onnit, which is a must try if you like to challenge yourself. Simply go and check it out for yourself, you’ll fall in love.

I’m new to Austin and to Yoga. I’ve been practicing at this studio for about 3 weeks now and really have enjoyed my time at Black Swan Yoga Orchard.
I generally attend the evening sweaty and flow classes here and there are usually upwards of 20+ practitioners on any given night. Doing yoga with a large group is fun for me as I love the energy that exists here.
The teachers /​instructors are very friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable, and fun to practice with. Because of this I think Black Swan Yoga is probably one the best places to start if you’re new to the Yoga scene.
I’ve met a ton of really cool people here. The general demographics seems to be college students and young professionals, overall there is definitely a mix of all different types of people practicing yoga here.
In addition to sweaty and flow yoga they also run Hot Onnit classes which I absolutely love. It’s a combination of strengthening and stretching exercises using primarily your bodyweight however they throw in some unconventional training implements such as Onnit steel maces, and Onnit Steel Bells to make the workout a bit more intense. It’s a blast, you should definitely try it.
In a nutshell awesome people awesome yoga awesome vibe.

I really enjoy this studio. I visited Black Swan in the old downtown location and was surprised to see the drastic improvements.
For one there is adequate parking. For a downtown yoga studio, this is RARE! Even on a 6 or 7:30 evening class, I have not had an issue finding parking at the studio
The lighting and music really sets the tone for the experience. Yoga for me is a chance to get away to work on my practice.
Most importantly the staff and teachers are first class. I enjoy walking in any given evening and being greeted on a first name basis. The instructors are friendly and show personality in each of their sessions.
I highly recommend taking a class at Black Swan!

This studio and location are awesome ! Teachers are all really welcoming and classes are beginner friendly. There’s a ton of classes to choose form throughout the day including a new fitness classes called hot onnit, which is the perfect combination of strength training and decompressing. I highly recommend anyone looking to get a unique and rewarding experience out of their yoga practice to come to BSY, there’s really nothing like it !

I’m fresh into the yoga scene as I only have been very active with it since Christmas day. However, I have had my fair share of attending a variety of different studios this past year and for the past few years.
This studio is located in downtown Austin off of 5^th street with ambient parking and it’s FREE-​99 (but it’s austin, so keep car goods hidden). While my wife was hanging out with her friend, I stumbled across this studio because they offered a late class on a Friday (since all the other studios did not).
This studio is for profit and if you are ‘dropping-​in’, they recommend a donation of $ 10 – 15. Monthly unlimited members is $ 88. Pretty cheap compared to other studios in this area. They sell hand towels for $ 2 and large towels for $ 5. IF you forgot your water, they have ice cold 20oz waters for $ 1.
From the outside, the place seemed plain with no attractive appeal. However, entering the place is a different story. A soft black mat is the surface of the floor with mirrors on one wall. They have a bumpin’ sound system with fluorescent lights that change colors throughout the practice.
For the restrooms, they have 2 single coed restrooms with showers. Apparently they do not work. (I think it was just the warm water as I was able to take a nice cold shower after a steamy workout). IN regards to the restroom, my only complaint is the disco ball light, which made it difficult to see my boxers in my bag (since i am blind, lol). But, it is a cool touch and provides enough light to use the throne and wash your hands, lol.
If you are looking for a modernized, relaxed yoga studio with flashing lights and an entertaining sound system, this is the place. Check it out and hopefully the showers are «working»!

Absolutely love BSY! The instructors are so helpful and it really doesn’t matter what your level of practice is, they are glad to have you there and they are glad you are bettering yourself. Yoga at Black Swan is the perfect combination of workout, release, and focus. It’s especially lovely after a long day, or to start your day off, can’t recommend it enough!

All of the instructors a terrific, and every class I’ve been to is a worthwhile workout both in body and mind.
I have to give an extra special review to JJ and the HOT ONNIT classes. If you haven’t tried one of these classes yet, GO NOW. It’s hard. It’s really hard. But JJ makes it all okay with his humor, his wit, his understanding of exactly how hard it is, but also his determination and encouragement that pushes you into making it the best workout you’ll have all week, hands down. I tell everyone I know about this class, and I’m not one to gush on about a certain instructor or an exercise regiment. This is even my first Unilocal review because I HAVE to tell everyone about it!
JJ (aka The Muppet, which is what I refer to him in my head) is an incredible athlete, but affable in an adorably dorky way that makes you like him even when you want to hate him for the brutal workout he’s created. That’s another huge plus — all of the workouts are different. Every time. You will not be bored (is the understatement of the year). After all that hard work, you get a little moment of zen with some yoga stretches, some mental hugs and high fives, and you leave feeling amazingly rewarded.
So, in summary: Black Swan, awesome. JJ and HOT ONNIT, DO IT NOW.

This studio delivers a magical yoga experience. You are greeted with phenomenal art work, exciting rainbow lighting, and a welcoming BSY instructor. If you are looking for a place to have fun, do yoga, and be accepted… practice at BSY. I am forever grateful for my life changing practice that was started by Black Swan Yoga.

What an awesome yoga studio! I have been attending this studio since they opened this location last year. After a long day at work, this place helps me clear my mind. I learn more and more about myself with every class I take. Try it out and you will be hooked! Black Swan Yoga is the best studio in Austin, hands down.

After moving to austin, I decided to cancel cable and peel myself from the TV. Coming to Black Swan Yoga has been a life changing experience. I knew nothing of Yoga. Going to the Gym was getting boring, so after seeing a flyer I decided to try it out. Not knowing how to even start I sent an email to Black Swan Yoga (Finding them on Unilocal) to ask «How do I start?». They promptly responded with a warm reply that everything that is needed (Mat and Towel) are available at the location for a reasonable price. The class consists of 60 minutes of breathing and transitioning to various poses in a warm studio. The instructors are super helpful and very friendly to newbies. They guide the breathing and alignment for the poses. During and after each sequence they explain the purpose, benefits, and keys to the pose. The classes are geared for all levels. The Sweaty class is really good for beginners like myself because it is the same sequence every time. After a few classes, you find yourself in a rhythm and it is amazing how much you improve after each session. With each session I found that the pain or uncomfortable feeling was becoming more meditative. The Flow class is also great. It has a different sequence of poses. You can count that after any of the classes you will be drenched in sweat and feeling rebooted. It is a judgement free zone. Nothing but good vibes are felt before, during, after the course. Black Swan Yoga has a really helpful website which gives you the schedule with the location, instructor, and time for the week’s courses. Also, there are links with the background information on the various instructors. The instagram for black swan yoga is really cool as well as it gives you an insight on the look and feel of the Yoga studio. The Yoga studio is great. It is large, dark, with really cool lights and an awesome sound system. The instructors are very welcoming and will take the time after class to take questions, comments, or give you a high five/​Sweaty hug. I am mystified at a review that seems to insinuate some ridiculous things about the instructors. The instructor who was so unjustly libeled in that review is one of the kindest and gentlest souls I have met. I believe it takes a special kind of person to devote themselves to teaching Yoga. All of the instructors at Black Swan Yoga are really great teachers and people that infuse there teaching with passion for Yoga as a practice. Each instructor has a unique playlist of music that is played throughout the course. Combining the music, ambiance, sweat, stretches, and guidance it forms an awesome experience that i look forward to everyday. They also have a great deal that is a bargain if you find yourself going often. No membership is required, so it makes it nice to just show up and attend. But, if you find yourself going everyday like me, then for a reasonable monthly price you can attend as many yoga classes as you want. I have now started going twice a day because it is so amazing. The class schedule is really convenient. There are 3 locations in Austin and the classes are available late into the evening. The only challenge is parking. But, there are spots behind the studio. It is a safe area. Black Swan Yoga is great!!!

I absolutely love this business as a whole. Yoga in general has changed my life – deepening my spirituality and helping me have a greater body awareness and love for myself. The atmosphere is awesome, the teachers are attentive, and the vibe is just overall amazing. David T especially rocks! But like I said, I love all of the teachers I have met and worked with :). Great place for beginners as well. no commitments, being that it is a donation based studio. Orchard is my favorite location

Went to my first yoga class this past Sunday and enjoyed it a lot more than I thought I would. Can’t remember my instructors name but she has the Sunday night sweat class that I highly recommend. Never felt out of place and had a lot of fun.