ONE TRIBE Yoga & Wellness — Local services in Tempe

I’ve known Kerri & Jason almost 10 years. I followed them from LifeTime when they opened their own studio six years ago. It’s important to note how much I enjoyed Kenlynn’s classes and the studio during this six years.

I rarely went to Jason’s classes because he feels it’s acceptable to use music with the “n” word in lyrics. I avoided his class as a result. FOR SIX YEARS!

Unfortunately when the leader incorporates this kind of music his disciples will follow. This is concerning since they also provide a Yoga Teacher Training course several times a year putting more instructors into the community with their lack of understanding of the problem.

Over a 60 day period three different instructors have used music with those lyrics in their studio. The last time it occurred was after I had sent an email to J&K asking them to ban music with the “n” word as I find it not at all conducive to a mind body workout, as yoga is. I also indicated I find the word quite repulsive and it completely removes me from the peaceful state of zen I’m trying to reach.

It took them two full days to get back to me, and the conversation with K indicated no apology nor commitment to considering a music policy banning the word.

When the third instructor used a song with those lyrics I had no choice but to walk out in middle of class, and never return again.

I sent a second email to J&K and was told no, they wouldn’t consider such a policy and as a matter of fact had no conversations with their instructor’s about my complaint. Kerri even went as far to tell me how I shouldn’t be offended, the word is now in vogue according to a NY Times article.

That’s pretty offensive.

Jason told me what about those black artist, don’t they have a right to make money. Again proving his cluelessness with not only racism but the music industry. Artists don’t make money off your downloads you use in class. He even went as far to say he wouldn’t censor an instructors right to use motivating music.

Excuse me!

Their total lack of understanding of racism and discriminatory behavior is in contradiction with their brand. We all can’t be one tribe, one race, we’re all human, if you are continuing to degrade the black race. And as one of a handful of black members, you should be ashamed to call yourself OneTribe.

This review is written with mixed emotions as I truly loved going to their studio, but their white perspective of the word is hindering their ability to see clearly.

I will never return to this yoga community I built over last ten years at a time I needed it most with the passing of my 40 yo daughter.

I trust if you are black, or offended by their behavior, you choose another yoga studio to...

Over the past month, I have explored all of the studios in my area via ClassPass. While there are so many amazing ones, this studio takes the cake. Every single class has been so heart opening and special. I have gained so much just from the three classes I have taken here. The culture and community here is unbelievable- every single employee and student is so friendly and welcoming! This is not a pretentious, fitness yoga studio, this is a spiritually, emotionally, and physically challenging space where everyone (regardless of where they are in their journey) is welcome. The vibes are ✨ E M A C U L A T E ✨.

Jason’s Long Slow Deep class is definitely not beginner friendly, and that was my first yoga class in a year, so it was DEFINITELY an initiation. Besides feeling sick, because it’s a heated class and I did not realize it was a heated class, I felt amazing. His motivational pep talks and guided prompts brought me into a deeper practice than I ever thought I could. He also made me feel comfortable RESTING when it was too much for me.

The new girl (I forget her name, so sorry!!) that teaches the Wednesday night Slow Flow class is a heart-led teacher and incredibly sweet. She is very hands on with her corrections (with consent and she rubs her hands to alert the person she’s about to go hands on), which I really appreciate. She is also a Trigger Point practitioner, so she really knows how to help you deepen in your asanas. Her commentary was also very insightful. You can tell she lives and breathes what she talks about!

Deb’s Yin Flow class was so gentle. She created a safe atmosphere, reminding us that we are safe in our bodies, and that there was no judgement for any emotions that needed to be released. I loved that she reminded us of this several times during the hip opening stretches (the hips hold a lot of emotions and trauma for many people).

This is my favorite studio. If you’re on the fence, try a class out. You won’t...

I'm not into yoga, but I go with my wife sometimes. My wife absolutely loves this place, she's even happier in general after finding OneTribe. Let me tell you there is something really special about this place and the people who run it (Jason and Kerri). Till now my wife has been dragging me to Corepower and I've always hated it, but not here. The owners are some of the most genuine people I've ever met and the way they set up their studio is with the most extremely comfortable and relaxing ambiance. The people they attract are also genuine so you're working with a solid surrounding. There's also a lot of variety in their classes. I don't think any two classes are quite the same. I didn't even realize that other yoga studios were so cookie-cutter until I experienced doing sessions here. My wife takes the more challenging classes and I can tell that she's really challenged to perform at her peak. Me, I tag along for the easier ones and enjoy that there's something for everyone here. I hate doing yoga, but I like...