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Sometimes I get lazy and the location of a studio is initially what draws me in rather than its reputation. It’s what I like to call my “it’s good enough” list.

The Yoga Plus studio that is near me by Yonge and Eg falls into this category. I have taken a number of classes there and only find myself there when:

1. I don’t know where else to go
2. Their schedule kind of appeals to me
3. Its been a while since I last went to yoga
4. All of the above + laziness

The studio is located on the 8^th or 9^th floor of an office building and because of this you sometimes have to use the intercom to be let in. This I find kind of inconvenient, but it is something I can live with. The studio environment also falls into my “it’s good enough list” as it is neither fantastic nor bad. The space itself (until you get into the actual practice areas) just feels kind of crowded and cramped to me (other say cozy). That said the designated areas for their classes are actually quite spacious and at lunchtime their classes are nice and bright which is something I enjoy.

The teachers, though, that I have had there have been generally good and willing to offer suggestions on how I can modify poses to fit my inflexibility! When I first moved to Toronto I got my first introduction to Pilates with one of the teachers there and the class was good. Unfortunately, I don’t think she teaches there anymore.

The studio does seem to always be busy when I go, so I am assuming that they have a lot of regulars. I am wondering if it is because they are in a prime location that is convenient for people or if their regulars truly enjoy their classes. The other reviews that I have read about this studio seem to be positive, so maybe it is just me!

If you have ever tried the studio out let me know your thoughts.

(Photo credit: Lululemon, Flickr)

If you know me you most likely know that 6 out of 7 days of the week I usually have something from Lululemon on. 90% of the time their clothing rocks and I swear by their tanks for running. Love the built in support that some of their lines have.

But did you know that most Lululemon stores also offer complimentary classes? The location by me is offering Sunday morning yoga classes and plenty of stuff for new moms which I think rocks. You get fit and get connected with other moms in your area.

All you need to do is got to their website, select the store closest to you, go to their community events section and then you’ll be taken to a calendar of their monthly offerings. Pretty awesome.

I think I’m going to check out the yoga class this Sunday.