Body Actualized Center

this place closed down

if still here… a-​amazing

Body Actualized Center is an exciting place ! They have great events and skillful instructors. the location is excellent if you’re the type that loves to have a drink after yoga. It’s in a good and interesting location. They have parties and tarot card reading and screenings. It’s an awesome space.
I took the star off because pricing is confusing and I feel like the scene is pretty monochromatic as far as the people who hang out there but, I have to have more experiences there in order to make my final judgement. So far it looks iffy I’m gonna have to come back to this after more experience!

I really enjoyed coming to this place. The girls at the reception are usually very friendly and helpful and the yoga classes, at least the one I tried, are good. I thought I would never say this… but yes I cant wait for Monday to come so I can attend Nada Yoga (breath and sound work) with Kacper who is not only a wonderful, warm and friendly human being, but also an amazing instructor, who knows how to explain the practice so everyone understand it and who takes his time to care and make sure you do the exercise well. After finishing Nada Yoga with him me and the other people usually feel very positive and good about ourselves and at least I talk for me, I feel happier and at peace within my own being, which I think is a sign that is a well thought yoga meditation. I also attended few times Vinyasa with Mara and I enjoyed her class too. She is a confident instructor who takes her time and care to explain well everything so that everyone is on the same page and knows what he/​she is doing and after doing a class with her I feel healthier and happier. As for what concerns the space where the meditation takes place I must say that is a really great space not only cos is wide enough so that everyone has enough space not to be cramped against other people. Being a wide big space sometime it could be slightly chill but they have a heating system that is a little loud but works well in warming up the overall space. Also the people usually coming to classes are for the most chill and friendly individuals who enjoy spirituality and consciousness each one in his own unique way. All in all I am really happy with this place and I will be trying out the other meditations soon, especially the Kundalini Yoga at 7pm on Thursday evening, which sounds very interesting.

Body Actualized is an oasis, a spiritual sanctuary in the middle of this constantly connected, hustle and bustle nation. As soon as you walk in, it’s like you’re transported through a magical portal of light and opportunity… and it smells so sweet! I don’t mean to get carried away with the fluff, but the universe only knows… from yoga, to the workshops, to the events, to the PEOPLE… this spot has truly changed my life.
I’m still new to yoga. I have only been doing it for about 4 months and I can already feel a huge difference in my body. Thanks to the attentive guidance of some of the most compassionate yogis I have ever met. I remember when doing the simple stuff, like the warrior poses were tricky, then again I was pretty out of shape… (desklife go-​figure). It all changed for the better though. If we acknowledge it on a daily basis or not… the body is so in tune and so badass… making a quick transformation easily within reach. TRUST… with a bit of consistency, it will instinctively soak up the teachings and in return thank you ten-​fold.
Body Actualized was started by a collective of Brooklynites dedicated to raising human consciousness in the community. This is a passion-​based project for many of the members who volunteer their time and energy to make this platform real. Aside from yoga, there are a variety of workshops and events that tap into the mysteries of the world and open up a dialogue for questioning what is. This is a safe and welcoming space to learn more about yourself, explore different facets of spirituality and connect with a network of wildly eclectic and beautifully charged people.
The community is here, the heart is here, and the vibes are here. At the end of the day… it really is what you make of it.
x Deuces x

If I wanted to just do drugs all day and do yoga, this would be the place to do it at! I’m a big fan of other yoga studios in the neighborhood (Jai, Cobra, Good Yoga) but I really can’t get behind this place.
The staff was very unfriendly and the atmosphere is uninviting. Unless you’re a drugged up yoga expert, stay away.

Cosmic Yoga has the best vibes of any yoga studio I’ve ever been to. Most yoga studios that I’ve been to have a too-​rushed feeling (crowded classes back-​to-​back) or it feels like the people in charge care more about the profits than the students.
Not so at Body Actualized. I’ve been doing yoga for 7 years in New York, and this space is by far the most beautiful and welcoming. The refreshing scent of sage is always around and refreshing to breathe in, and there is always a tea of the day offered (free of charge) to students. Every teacher I’ve had has been super welcoming and conscious of your needs — Christine, Roo & Adriana in particular are great! At the end of class, there are some fragrant essential oils rubbed into your shoulders, which is like the icing on the relaxation cake that is this yoga class. Some classes even feature live music, which is akin to having a live pianist during a ballet class (except the music is extremely chill). Everyone is really friendly too, which is nice if you feel like having a conversation or are just tired of bored new yorkers who don’t even make eye contact.
I couldn’t be happier with the yoga classes at BAC, and only wish they had more! I took my roommate along with me (who had never done yoga before) and it was a life-​changing experience for him. Would definitely recommend this place as a daytrip destination for a relaxing day in Bushwick — there are plenty of good restaurants around in the neighborhood to visit afterwards, and lots of really interesting street art to walk around and look at.

I came here on a recommendation from a friend. This space is so enchanting and the people are very warm and welcoming. I did the 12pm Saturday open vinyasa with Nami. I have to say she is the best yoga teacher I’ve ever had. Her soothing voice and uplifting words during the hour and fifteen minute session is a must once a week. I feel refreshed in a way that words can’t describe. I had my husband come with me because he’s been complaining about his back and he seemed a little stressed out. Reluctantly, he tried his very first yoga class. I didn’t doubt that he would walk out of here feeling amazing just like I do with her classes. His back felt so much better and our minds were open and more aware. Her class wasn’t too easy/​boring nor was it too challenging and painful. It was right in the middle. The transitions from pose to pose were very fluid and relaxing. If you’re looking for some inner peace, I highly recommend Nami at this place.

The body actualized center is a warm and magical 4^th dimension where euphoria reins. Set in a somewhat unconventional DIY space with beautiful hard wood floors and mats to use, yogis are encouraged to hang out and have tea after. also its sliding scale, always smells of sage and usually candle lit.
Their yoga instructors are all unique beautiful people who revel in their own style.
Some in particular:
Andrew: classic vinyasa, good clear instruction, gives a lot of attention
Elana: teaches kundalini, a tension busting class
Austin: hatha which focuses on refining and strengthening poses.
Sarah: gentler vinyasa, meditative intros and outros, gives lots of attention.
Luke: a mystical elf w a high energy, super fun class w a focus on breath work
Linnea: a magical fairy princess with a gentle touch and a transformative class
that leaves you saying ahhhummmm.
Susie: a darling vin/​hatha instructor that radiates positive vibes with a flowly style.
Amy: a joyous goddess who has her own blended style, high energy and lots of fun.

Artistic yoga studio. In Bushwick. With live freaking music. And friendly people teaching you how not to bend your back the wrong way. Deff above average! It seems like they developed some kind of a community, but a welcoming one (to two complete strangers and foreigners, only visiting NYC for a week) which makes yoga/​meditation even more important and gives a certain weight to practicing with others :) I just love it! Will come back next time Im in NYC

Best thing to happen to Bushwick! Every class I’ve taken here has been magical– the BAC has created a community that holistically combines hatha yoga with conscious living and ridiculously FUN music/​art events. If you’ve never been here, I definitely recommend coming to Cosmic Yoga on Sunday evenings to get a feel for what they’re all about (energizing yoga class + live music + fresh raw meal prepared on-​site). So much more than your average yoga studio.