Shelby Slaven
October 23, 2017 04:06
I recently did the two week $25 Unlimited Pass and fell in love with Balanced Yoga. I was, and am, still new to the world of Yoga, only taking 1-2 classes a week for the last few months at OSU. I had enjoyed it so much I decided to step into a real studio and experiment with different styles and classes and am so glad I did. The space itself is wonderful -- you instantly feel lighter, and more centered and everyone is so nice. Cait at the front desk knew my name without looking up my account, and I had only talked to her in passing maybe once. I was so impressed and it made me feel even more at home in the space. The classes and instructors are amazing -- I have been able to experience 4-5 different teachers and have liked every single one. Toasty Yin on Sundays is a fantastic way to deep stretch and prepare for the week ahead, and hot power vinyasa has been this unexpected meditation that makes me feel strong, and at home in my own body and it's ability to do hard things. Alexa and her Hot Basic Vinyasa Class has been my absolute favorite. She finds this wonderful balance of pushing you at the top of the sequence when you need to be reminded that you are actively engaging in your practice, but also finds encouraging words that keeps you breathing and centered. I am heartbroken that my two weeks is over, and as a graduate student can't afford $100 a month to keep going. I will still drop in for a class once a week, but I do wish there was a monthly discount for students in addition to the discount they provide for the drop-in classes. I have thought about trying less expensive studios around Columbus, but my soul found a peaceful home at Balanced! If you're even thinking about giving it a try, absolutely do!