Maven. A Yoga Studio. — Local services in Seattle

Maven Yoga is a slightly above average studio and Kai T is an average teacher, but I would not go out of my way to attend their classes.

Like their blurb, Maven Yoga is located in the heart of Fremont. For the exact location, it is located in the alley way between Fremont Pl N and Fremont Ave N. If you walk in the alley and see the dumpsters, you are in the right place. This also means a parking is nearly impossible to find. They also have a water fountain, big shelf to put stuff, one toilet, two shower stalls and two changing rooms. The showers (along with soaps) are very nice given the same of the studio. Apart from myself, I don't think anyone in my class used the shower so two are enough. Although the hallway was dirty with a lot of dirt, the studio (where you practice), the toilet and showers were clean.

I got to attend an In-Studio Power Flow class by Kai T, who's one of the owner. It's a 4.30 PM Friday class which I booked the same morning, and it's almost full (there were about 18 people and maybe you can fit 4 mats more). Kai T taught a power Vinyasa and it's refreshing because it's not a Baptise style which is popular around Seattle. His sequence was okay, and he seemed to call out some students by names, but he did not give any adjustment nor any important cue about alignment. Other reviewers mentioned he's welcoming and experienced, from this one class I took, I would not use those to describe him nor his class.

I think what's missing from his class was compassion. The class was not good for any new person since there weren't enough guidance, cue or adjustment to get into poses, and you cannot really see the teacher. I got called out in class because I forgot to pay for parking so I used my phone in class. Another person said she was on time but the studio did not let them in. I do understand that these rules, and they are there for a reason, but have some compassion.

The drop-in costs $25 which is $2 cheaper than Core Power which is a chain, but has free parking. It is also a lot cheaper than the nearby Bala Yoga which costs $33 for a drop-in (also no parking).

Overall, I'd recommend this only for people who are within a walking distant of the studio and want...

After a long, stressful day staring intensely at my computer screen, tonight's hot yoga session miraculously allowed my mind to temporarily unplug. The instructor (Hannah) was fantastic. I felt like she took me through a therapeutic journey that helped me synchronize my mind and body (something I haven't felt in a long time). I might just have to fire my therapist, and attend more of Hannah's classes, because besides my body feeling rejuvenated, mentally all of my stress was released, leaving me feeling so restored/refreshed. There's that old phrase "I feel like a million bucks", well tonight I do! Heck, I probably lost 5 lbs just sweating out all the toxins! If only I took these classes before I played golf, I swear I could hit the ball a mile feeling this good. Mind you, tonight was my first class in 5-6 years and needless to say, I'm not in the same physical shape I used to be, however one thing about yoga is that it's non judgmental, everyone and every body-type is embraced. It's not an intimidating experience. Hannah does a wonderful job setting the environment and mood of the room. My favorite part about this class is that that you get out what you put in. If you expend energy trying, your body will be feeling the dividends immediately after. One thing's for sure, I'm going to sleep like a bear in hibernation tonight! Thanks Hannah for restoring my mind and body. After tonight's session, I'm converted! This is the lifestyle change my mind and body needed. We all seek balance in life, well I think I found it in a one hour session at...

I am not a naturally athletic person and I cannot recommend this studio highly enough. Kai has undoubtedly changed my life for the better. I was initially dragged to a class at this hot yoga studio by a friend and cannot briefly describe how wrong I was when I thought yoga was just stretching and that doing it in a hot room wouldn't make it better. My body is stronger than it has ever been thanks to my hot yoga practice- it is a practice for the mind and body every time you step into that safe warm environment. I miss it when I can't get to class.

Once I let go of my own worries about being at a more novice level than others in class, I realized it was only in my head and that no one else cared if I had to take a water break. I do my best every time I step on my mat and am proud of my efforts- and buckets of sweat- after every session even if a pain stopped me from my fullest potential that day.

Kai is co-owner and an instructor. He is passionate about providing a space to practice. I have witnessed on several occasions his enthusiasm for teaching people the value of their growth in yoga. He is quick to laugh and chat before and after class while being the calm strength in voice guiding you through poses in studio, giving compliments and corrections to the group and by name making you feel both a part of something and a seen individual.

I warned you I couldn't be brief on this subject. Bottom line: even if you've never tried yoga, perhaps especially if you've never, Maven is a kind safe warm place to dip...