Bliss Flow Yoga & Wellness Center

I WAS a huge fan of Bliss Flow… so much that I purchased 3 20-​class passes @$ 250 for my 2 teenage daughters and myself, for a total of $ 750! When I purchased the passes I was told by the person that I paid for them, that they did not expire. This was important to me because I knew that even with busy schedules, we would use them. My younger daughter arrived at the studio one day and was told her pass had expired, even though she had used less than half of the classes I bought for her. My older daughter and I had also only used a handful of our classes as well, and they were now ALL expired. Since I thought they didn’t expire at all, I was pretty surprised, to say the least. I did contact the studio several times and had a very hard time getting anyone to call me back. When the studio manager did finally return my calls, I explained the situation. She told me that there was nothing that she could do for me since the passes had expired, and even went so far as to suggest that I purchase new passes so that we could take classes again! I told her that since I was already out the majority of my $ 750 purchase I would not be doing that. I don’t understand why she couldn’t just reinstate my 3 passes since I DID PAY for them and it’s not like the studio was going to lose money on the transaction by giving me something for free. I mean, seriously, how hard would it have been to extend the time of the passes to give us a chance to use them??? To say the very least, I was extremely disappointed at the lack of caring on their part, and am sorry to say that they have lost 3 customers as a result.

I’m becoming one of those people who looks for places to work out while traveling, so when I was heading to Madison for Thanksgiving I figured I’d poke around and see what kind of yoga classes would be offered for the day after Thanksgiving.
Madison, as it turns out, is big into hot yoga. I am not, so that eliminated pretty much every studio except for this one. I went to the «Happy Hour» mixed levels yoga class, and it was exactly what I needed after gorging myself the day before.
The space is quite large, which is good because this class was huge. There were at least 30 – 40 people there, easily. I have a love/​hate relationship with large classes. Personally, I don’t care how many people are in a class with me. I’ve been practicing yoga for three years now, so I can follow along and modify as I go without instruction.
What does worry me about large classes is that the instructor simply can’t get to everyone and fix their postures. I saw far too many people doing poses in a way that is guaranteed to cause injury in the near future. I saw far too many people trying to do advanced versions of poses when they couldn’t do the original pose. I’d be so concerned about people injuring themselves if I were the instructor, especially since a mixed levels class usually attracts a fair number of beginners.
The instructor did her best and moved around the room as much as possible, and her vinyasa sequence was well done. I’d go back here the next time I’m in Madison, even if it is a little pricier at $ 17 per class.

Sign up early for Allie’s classes, which are fantastic — she is super popular for a reason. She has an amazing playlist and attitude that always pick me up after a long week. Did I mention the delicious free tea and after happy hour, the yummy snacks?

A place for bulk yoga. The room is cold and vast. Often fit 80+ people in for a more popular and fun class. A lot of Groupon people but that’s not an issue. The issue is a mixed bag of teachers, some can’t even guide you without you being puzzled about what she wants and had to look up and saw other confused faces. They really need to evaluate their caliber of teachers. Some are awesome, the other are questionable at best. Very inconsistent. Went to a couple power flow classes and came out totally frustrated because it was more like a slow flow. Go to Allie’s class or Darlene’s if you want some real yoga actions.

Great yoga studio with wonderful instructors and staff. I highly recommend Bliss Flow.

Bliss Flow is where I was introduced to yoga years ago. It is a wonderful and welcoming studio with great teachers. The studio is clean and well-​appointed with delicious tea served in the lobby. They have great special offers too. We are lucky to have them here in Madison. Love Bliss Flow!!!

I love this place so much they are ruining my bank account. The classes here are fabulous and the staff are all wonderful.
They have a whole range of classes, from intense workouts to realxing candlelight yoga. I would highly recommend they to anyone.

I was a groupon-​er and really loved this place! It never was too crowded (big studio and you can pre-​register). LOVE the candles and the atmosphere and for being on University Ave it is really quiet. I have only been to the Yoga Basics class and really loved the instructor and the class. They provide props and also have tea outside the studio! Yum! The only issue I have is the space to get ready/​leave your things is way too small, and in between classes it gets VERY crowded. All in all I would go again but my groupon has run out, and the prices are a bit too much for me.

Love the power yoga, such a stress reliever. The place is open and warm and inviting. Great instructors the place is super clean and not over crowded. I highly recommend Bliss

I have a very stressful job, the kind of job where people normally comment that they could «never do it.» People who say that to me usually earn a contemptuous look of disgust as I cut my eyes at them. Other annoying things I hear are as follows:
–You must be an angellllll
— I don’t know how you can do it
Egregious offenses if we’re ever in a conversation with eachother.
So I need Yoga. In my field we call it «self-​care,» and although it is a term mostly scoffed at because we are so tired of hearing about how to take care of ourselves in one of the most stressful jobs one could have — we also all know that those of us who thrive and those of us who burn out can be compared by how well we managed our stress (or didn’t).
Unilocal is one form of stress relief for me, as is running, massage, reading, and yoga.
So I found myself at Bliss from the recommendation of a co-​worker and what I got myself into was the best yoga class I’ve ever experienced. Leanne is so obviously in love with her job as an instructor and people like her simply radiate their positive energy.
The studio is large and beautiful, dark hardwood, soothing music, pleasant fragrance lingering in the air, and dim lighting with huge windows on the far end. While I was there in the evening I enjoyed the peace of the low lighting. The studio comfortably fits 40+ people and they were full while I was there. It wasn’t an issue at all once in the studio but admittedly Bliss’ popularity makes the main entrance stuffy.
Once we were all settled in I enjoyed an hour of yoga flow and was able to truly relax, clear my mind, get in the moment and stop the script in my mind, and be still… present. It was challenging, my entire focus for one hour was on deep breathing and stretching my body while mindfully using every muscle to its optimal performance. Balance, strength, and focus.
And to be quite honest, good yoga brings absolute peace in me. This morning I woke up with the yoga high, a phenomenon similar to the runner’s high where there is absolute calm and slight euphoria as the aftermath of pushing oneself to the body’s limit. Almost every muscle in my body held slight soreness and I revel in it.
Bliss is exactly as it claims to be. I want more…

I love Bliss Flow.
For years I’ve been interested in starting a yoga practice but could never seem to get into it. I was ready to determine it as just not my thing. I disliked (and still dislike) the misappropriation of a culture at some places that do chants and meditation.
I bought one of the Groupon deals and was certain that I’d only do a couple of sessions rather than the whole 20, but Bliss Flow has converted me and I bought several more class passes after that.
I find that my experience at Bliss Flow depends a lot on the instructor. Some of the instructors do a ton of flows whereas I prefer a variety of poses and holding the poses for longer. I once left a class in the middle simply because I didn’t enjoy the instructor at all. However, with some of the better instructors, I found that switching between their classes helped challenge me.
Some of the classes can get very crowded, especially the Happy Hour Yoga. I prefer the morning classes which have about 20 – 30 people. Not too small, but not too huge, and plenty of space to spread out in the studio. I prefer the instructors to not be super hands on with adjustments. I prefer them to correct things that may cause injuries, but otherwise, I like that they encourage it to be my own practice and for me to do what feels right at that moment.

*GROUPON STUDENT RIGHT HERE.* When I saw this deal, I was tremendously excited; however, I finally went to my first class last night and I must say that I’m not impressed.
First, I will affirm other posters’ reviews that there are just too many people who attend the classes! There are so many students that you will NOT get individualized attention from the instructor or any sense of community – two major components of yoga practice – let alone a spot on the floor. Also, the sheer volume of people completely overwhelms the front desk staff who are anything but personable, welcoming or helpful. The front room where you store your belongings and check-​in is an absolute madhouse, so good luck getting any information. To be fair, I will say that I got a very good workout in the class. But, don’t expect to leave with any sort of peace of mind. Battling through hordes of people to reclaim your shoes will do that to you.
I think that Bliss Flow Yoga is/​was probably a very nice studio before the Groupon offer. But at some point, when the volume exceeds what your business is able to effectively manage, and subsequently your customer service and experience suffer, I think that any benefits derived from the deal disappear. I’ll use up my 20 class pass, and hightail it to a different studio.

After moving to Houston, it took me 6 months to find a yoga studio that felt as wonderful as Bliss Flow (it’s the Yoga Collective in Garden Oaks, btw). I miss the instructors (esp. Marta), the variety of classes and schedules, the music, hot tea (crème brûlée and chocolate mint), big windows, soft candlelight, and overall calming, welcoming, & sweet environment of this studio. It was the perfect place to develop a love for yoga, as the instructors were knowledgeable, patient, and offered alterations to poses if needed. The bests part was the variety of special workshops taught on occasion: weekend beginner’s yoga, yoga and wine, chocolate tasting, advanced and assisted poses, etc.
5 stars.

I’ve been to Bliss Flow Yoga twice now after one of the many people who bought their amazing Groupon deal. I am VERY impressed with this yoga studio. I’ve really enjoyed both classes and the teachers were full of personality yet gracious in their teaching. The studio itself is gorgeous-​a large open room with tons of sunlight… it makes you feel like you can fully breath and you aren’t cramped like other places. The fact that you can borrow yoga mats and they have chot tea after each class are so nice and makes you want to keep coming.

Fair range of class times and types. The only classes I really like are the power yoga classes. The others aren’t vigorous and don’t give you a good workout. Kelly’s power flow classes on Saturday and Sunday mornings are excellent. One of the best things is that it’s usually not very crowded and you can get a spot on the wall. The studio is clean and they offer tea and small snacks. It’s easy to drop in for class, you just sign in and they take care of deducting it from your prepaid class package.
I recently up’ed my rating of this place from 3 to 4 stars since they have improved their front desk staff.
The studio is a very nice space and the community atmosphere is overall welcoming and positive.

They offer many classes at convenient times, the studio is a great space

I recently moved to the east coast and desperately miss Bliss Flow’s teachers, variety of yoga classes, and schedule. I haven’t found anything that even comes close. I first started doing yoga from a very beginner state as a new year’s resolution and took their Yoga 101 course. It came with a week of free classes to try out different teachers and styles which was a nice way to get immersed.
My job required I travel quite a bit and there were definitely days I went straight from the airport to Bliss Flow. I love that they offer classes in Yin Yoga and gentler styles that are still interesting and stimulating — appropriate for those new to yoga or working with injuries, or those who just want a more relaxing class.
I splurged on a 5-​pack of private sessions and the front desk staff definitely suggested a perfect teacher for me. I wanted to learn modifications for extremely tight hamstrings so I didn’t feel like I was missing the benefit of poses when I focused too much on my hamstrings holding me back. I feel like I can take what I learned to any studio now, since many teachers don’t verbalize modifications for classes beyond those aimed at brand new practitioners.

I must confess, I’m one of those pesky LivingSocial deal people who are crowding up the place, but having just moved to Madison 3 months ago, I had not found a yoga studio here yet.
I could not be happier about Bliss Flow! Other than the disgruntled attitude of those who have been coming to Bliss for a while («MEHHH LIVING SOCIAL WAHHHH CROWDED»), I am so thrilled to have found such a clean, beautiful yoga studio! Compared to other studios/​classes I’ve been to over the years, Bliss Flow is positively luxurious.
Due to my flexible (HA!) schedule, I really prefer weekday morning classes and wish there were more offered before 10am. But I enjoy Tuesday and Thursday mornings with Allie. In my 8 years of practice, I think Allie is one of my favorite instructors ever. She’s really energetic, kind and positive. She has insanely awesome taste in music (but I really love electropop, you might not). The way Allie encourages us to honor our bodies and our own yoga practice, combined with her sense of humor, really pushes me through my personal goals during class.
The facilities are so NICE. Always plenty of clean, new-​looking equipment. Beautiful changing rooms if you need them. They also sell top of the line yoga gear in the reception area. I always look forward to the complimentary hot tea that is made with love every day– and always a different flavor.
My suggestions to new yogis is to park in the back (not in front by radio shack, or you’ll have to walk all the way around like I did my first time– oops) and come at LEAST 10 minutes early to get a good spot and get centered before class starts.
Also: don’t you even for a second think that Candlelight Yoga with Darlene is going to be a bunch of bubble-​bath feel-​good Enya crap: she will rock your abs!!! Prepare to sweat!!! This woman knows what she’s doing.
Anyway, my 20 class pass will be running out soon enough. I’ve been 9 times in 32 days and can already feel my body getting stronger and craving a good flow. I absolutely see myself coming here long-​term.

I’ve wanted to start a yoga practice for years, but I had a lot of excuses: I don’t know what I’m doing. I have the wrong body type. Yoga people will know I’m a poser (and not the right kind). I’ll need to buy too much stuff.
Well, Bliss Flow Yoga made me feel right at home the moment I walked through the door. The instructors are excellent and encouraging. My favorite classes take place after dusk, because the room is candlelit and it’s SO relaxing. And in the lobby, I can have a complimentary cup of herbal tea before going home. I finally get what’s so addicting about yoga!

This place is great. Very calming atmosphere, quiet, serene space with friendly and kind instructors. Delicious tea and often treats during class times.
The only issues that I have are that classes can get very crowded — especially in the evening and with the more popular instructors. Some people are fine with being inches away from someone else’s mat, I am not.