Yoga In Bay Ridge

Yoga in Bay Ridge is awesome! Great classes, wonderful instructors, clean, caring! i can’t say enough good things !

This studio is great. The owner and very nice. The instructors are patient and kind. I’ve never felt awkward or out of place. I would recommend it highly.

I came here for the first time Sunday for prenatal yoga with Nyota. I have never done yoga before, so I was a real first timer. Luckily, I was the only one in the class, so I got extra attention. The space is one room, kind of on the smaller side, but I think it’s better like that because it’s a more personal experience and you don’t get lost in the back somewhere. The space is very clean, with relaxing lighting, little cubbies for your shoes/​belongings and a place to hang your coat/​bag up. There is a bathroom in the back, which is also super clean and stocked with soap and Aveeno lotion. They have their own Yoga mats for students to use, but I am a bit of a germaphobe, so I layered my own on top of the one they had.
Nyota was very sweet and patient and she definitely knows her stuff. It made me feel extremely comfortable when she told me that she was a doula/​midwife as well. This is my first child, so I wanted to make sure I wouldn’t be doing any kind of moves that that would harm my baby, and with her I felt 100% comfortable. The class lasted about an hour and half, and I found it very relaxing and informative. For $ 17 a class, you just can’t beat it. I will definitely return.

When my back pain started to come back, I knew it was time for some long over due yoga. Even though each class is $ 17 now, Bobby the owner let me use the purchased $ 8 for $ 16 deal without paying extra. Thanks Bobby! Can’t wait to back to try other classes!
Pros
— Small classes — Max of 12 allowed per class. This allows the instructor to get to know and give individualized attention
— Great accommodations — small bathroom, yoga mats, towels, blankets, yoga blocks and straps, pillow available
— 2^nd class is Free!
— Different levels of yoga offered (basic, gentle, advanced, hot, power). Great for people of all ages!
Only Con — Small studio space — I was in a class of 6 – 8 people, and I had trouble fully stretch a few poses w/​out invading some serious personal space
Basic/​Intermediate Yoga — 1.5 hr w/​Sophia — Loved this strengthening class. Sophia was very helpful; she made sure we practice the poses correctly and have the correct body alignment while practicing it. Because it was my first time at the studio, she took the time to know me beforehand, asked about my yoga experience and any injuries. I like how she pushed everyone through the more advanced poses. I was sore the next day on all the right places haha
Free Yoga Nidra 4pm every Mon. w/​Veronika — At first when I arrived, the studio was locked. I thought I had the dates mixed up. Thankfully, there was another student there who assured me that the instructor always arrives around 4:05pm to open up. The class itself was interesting and refreshing. We all lay flat on the mat w/​a pillow and mat. Essentially, you’re in fully relaxed mode. The instructor guides you through relaxation/​mediation. You’re not supposed to fall asleep, but good luck trying not to.
Tip: Reserve online to avoid class being full when arriving

So small and not set up in a comfortable way. The layout is bad– 2 rows of mats diagonally facing one another. If the cases leader would thanks the mats differently, I would be more inclined to go back.
The class itself was very nice. I enjoyed the difficulty level since I have been practicing for 10 years. However, sometimes the descriptions were lacking and left newbies and seasoned yogis confused as to the postures. Please name your posture so we know where to go!
The instructor was so nice and welcoming. Towels and cleaning supplies are free to use as well as extra mats, bolsters, etc.

As someone who was went from being intimidated by the prospect of doing yoga to having it as a vital part of my life, I cannot recommend YIBR enough. It is welcoming, convenient, ridiculously affordable, and inclusive. They cover a range of styles and difficulty levels in ways that accommodate people of all ages, strengths, and physical abilities (sometimes, astonishingly enough, in the same class).
I only started six months ago and have already made considerable progress, finding myself reaching new goals every class. I am, cliché as it sounds, in the best physical and mental shape of my life because of the guidance, attention, and care of the staff at YIBR. The instructors (including Bobby, the owner) make sure your practice yields growth on your terms, molding the pace and flow to the composition of the students in attendance. They leave nobody behind or feeling like they’re slowing down for everybody else by offering or demonstrating alternatives that are easier or harder than the current pose (at least until advanced levels but that is why it is advanced, so please do your research before just wandering in! Bobby is very helpful with identifying whose class you should take).
Short story long, go to Yoga in Bay Ridge.

The studio is small and «no-frills“but the classes are consistent, challenging, and enjoyable. Though this is of course a business, you never feel like you’re being looked at as just a dollar sign, the prices are fair, the owner actually cares about whether you have had a good experience, and seems to value each individual customer.

I had to write an update and give Yoga in Bay Ridge 5 stars because the more I go to this studio, the more I like it. Their Intermediate and Advanced classes are great but because of my schedule I often go to a Basic class and can just work at my own level. If you’re just starting out (or have injuries) this studio is equally great, they will make you feel comfortable no matter what level you are at.

I am a life-​long Bay Ridge resident and long time Unilocal follower, but this is my first review. I recently attended my second class at Yoga in Bay Ridge and I cannot say enough good things about the studio. My doctor suggested I try yoga for a spinal issue and I am so glad I did. So far, both of my classes have been with Bobby and he has been wonderful. At no point did he single me out or make me feel awkward about not being able to do all of the poses/​exercises, however, during the course of the class he still offered alternatives and suggestions to ensure that I could participate. On top of all of this, the prices are incredibly reasonable.
I am so happy that I found Yoga in Bay Ridge and urge others to give it a try.

YIBR was my introduction to the wonderful world of yoga. Bobby is extremely knowledgeable, and runs a great studio. Its a great place for beginners!

Love this place. I hatehatehate working out, but went here on a whim (I was feeling particularly motivated one weekend) and have been going back (with varying degrees of consistency) ever since. My thoughts, in no particular order:
— The owner, Bobby, is super nice and super welcoming. He remembers you right away, even if you’ve only been once before or haven’t gone in a few weeks.
— Totally unpretentious place. A lot of yoga places bill themselves as being non-​judgemental and not encouraging competition, but we all know that’s not always true. But here, it definitely is. There are students from all walks of life with varying skill levels, and I’ve never once felt ill at ease or like I was competing/​trying to keep up.
— Incredibly affordable. $ 16/​class (less if you get a multi-​class pass), second class free, and free water/​mats? It’s such a good value, it makes it easy to come back.
— Bobby and his instructors are really great at what they do. Their instructions are always clear, and I like that each of them bring something different to the table.
Overall, highly recommend!

Hands down the ONLY ‘real’ yoga in Bay Ridge, with instructors who are competent, not overzealous in their solicitations for students & the most variety of classes in our ‘hood.
This is true yoga, not gimmicky, not about what your body looks like or doesn’t look like and is a place where everyone at every level is welcome and can find a suitable class.
The proprietor, Bobby, is a calm fellow with a devoted following.
Great prices, 2^nd class is free and the studio is clean and mellow.
Best yoga in Bay Ridge!

A wonderful addition to our neighborhood. An intimate and comfortable studio. They have truly inspired me

I was new to yoga when I discovered Yoga in Bay Ridge. I started attending classes for headache relief. My headaches disappeared after the first month or two and now I attend because I realized how much I need to continue.
I have very little experience with other studios so I cannot be helpful with a comparison (and is the reason I did not give 5 stars). I can, however, tell you that I have never felt out of place even when attending a class new to my schedule that is full of regular attendees.
Bobby teaches the majority of the classes I attend. This is clearly his passion which is why the classes always seem to be well thought out and perfectly timed. He knows his students and seems to be very mindful of their injuries or weaknesses. When someone new joins a class he makes sure to add additional instructions so that they don’t get lost. I have also noticed that in order to help me improve the way I do a pose he changes the way he describes it so that I understand rather than telling me I am doing it wrong. Meditation is free on Tuesdays if you attend the yoga class that follows.

Clean and welcoming, if a little small. Leah is a great teacher and calming influence.
I’m updating my review because I have had the opportunity to take at least 7 more classes here. I have had nothing but good experiences here. The studio is a little small, but very welcoming with free mats and water, and a charm that has certainly won me over. I’ve taken classes with Leah, Bobby and Jackie and taken something away from each of them. It’s a little gem in Bay Ridge that everyone should seek out. First class is $ 14.00 — second class is free. Multi class discounts avaiable.