Brooklyn Flow — Local services in New York

I’ve been practicing at the studio for about 6 months now and it’s been a wonderful experience. There are people who’ve been coming here for years, too. Not only has my flexibility, alignment—and sleep—improved over several months, but I also feel welcome in this space. There are so many instructors that it’s hard not to find ones who fit your own personal style and goals (however, some of the more popular instructors and class times do fill up). Classes are offered throughout the day to accommodate flexible schedules, which I also like. The skylight studio is incredible; I love being able to watch the clouds and occasional plane fly overhead. The studio managers are really nice, too. Another important factor for going here is that I don’t feel judged for showing up in an old t-shirt and unshaved armpits. Of course, there are some stylish people who go here.

As for the reviewers complaining about rooms that were too hot, it’s actually okay to mention that to the instructors. I personally prefer the upstairs studio when possible. If you signed up for a class with an instructor whose style you don’t like, you can always talk to one of the studio employees or one of the other yogis to discuss who you might have a better “flow” with.

Anyways, please don’t come to Brooklyn Flow—the place gets crowded enough on weekend mornings...

I love Bend and Bloom for its convenient location, reasonable pricing and very very diverse teaching staff. Every teacher I’ve practiced with here has something different to offer and I am so grateful for that! Julie incorporates a clear theme in her class and I am mesmerized by her knowledge of yoga and the philosophy behind it. I find her class to be balanced and always gives modification/access/challenge to those seeking them. Danielle’s flow is super energizing and I always leave my mat feeling refreshed. Jason and Margaret make it fun that you ‘almost’ forget how hard they are making you work! Aditi and Kate are clear in instruction and I often learn something new in their align classes. In Christina’s class I am hyper aware of my body, and how to isolate certain parts to make the poses work for me. The studio truly has something for everyone no matter where they are on their yoga journey. Thank you...

One male instructor ruined my entire experience at this studio. I was taking child pose a lot for this one class because I was having a difficult day and that is what my body needed in that moment. This instructor came over to me and in this awful tone said "if you want to leave you're welcome to." In my 10+ years of yoga I have NEVER had someone ask me to leave because I was in childs pose- they often helped with adjustments or at least checked in with me to see if I was okay. I ended up getting up and leaving because I was so damn uncomfortable. I was also the only person of color in the entire room, so to hear the way he spoke to me vs. how he sweetly spoke to all the white women was too much to bear. I spoke to the front desk person on my way out but they offered no follow-up on whether they spoke to this awful man. Will not...