YogaWorks Tarzana

My husband and I are members of YogaWorks and out of all the locations we have been to this one is our favorite! There’s free parking in the garage below, there are showers!, and the staff has all been very nice. The class schedule is quite large and accommodates my work schedule (I can come before work or after), and I haven’t had an issue with it being too crowded or anything like that. We usually do the 6:15am TRX class (Tues, Thurs) with David, and various yoga classes at other times. They also offer meditation and pilates classes!
Something great about this location: a little tea lounge with free tea and space to sit in comfy chairs and relax. They also have a boutique shop and a wide offering of cold beverages in the tea room area (kombucha, bottled water, tea, etc).
Aces!

I take 5 – 6 classes a week here and have my favorite teachers. I have been there for a little over a year and not once has anyone at the front desk smiled, said hello, remembered my name or said anything like «enjoy your class». It would be so very nice to be treated as a paying customer who loves going there with that exception

While I agree with others about the sales pitch being a little aggressive, I’m really glad that I joined the studio and that I found Kim Haegele, who is very special, as a teacher. It’s clear that she cares a lot about her students and that they love her in return. She teaches Gentle Yoga on Mon. and Wed. nights. I always leave the class feeling better than when I came in. Her class is different from any other Gentle class I’ve taken. Her combinations are creative and she doesn’t just focus on the body. I would say that she addresses the body, mind and spirit in her class. She uses candles and essential oils to create a very nice atmosphere and sometimes reads poetry at the beginning or end of class. My flexibility has improved a lot since I’ve started taking her class and I feel like it’s also made me more thoughtful and aware than I used to be. I hope she never stops teaching this class!

Like others have said, they are super pushy about signing up for memberships. They did pressure me my first day there, but for me it made sense since at the time there weren’t any other yoga studios in my area that offered so many classes and I knew I wanted a membership somewhere. It took me a few months of trying classes to find some I actually liked. There were many that I wasn’t compelled to return to, and one in particular that I couldn’t believe existed. This teacher regularly berated students in her class and talked about how much better she did things. Eventually I did find some teachers that I really, really appreciated, but for those with more stringent work schedules who don’t have the flexibility to try classes at different times, you may be completely out of luck finding even one good class.
I personally didn’t care for the style of the studio. It felt too much like a gym. It was however very well maintained and clean. They have a nice sitting area where you can enjoy some complementary tea before or after class. There’s plenty of storage for shoes and benches outside the studios as well as lockers in the restrooms. Showers were clean and water pressure was great.
The vibe in the classes was a bit weird. Some were more positive than others, mostly dependent on the teacher I think. But there was a high rate of disrespect in general from other classmates and sometimes even teachers; people coming in late and loud, keeping their stuff with them even though there are lockers, not putting their phones on silent, being pushy getting or putting away props, etc. Every. single. class. I’m not sure what the cause of that is, but it doesn’t happen at other studios I’ve belonged to. Maybe it’s just the culture of that geographical area, but maybe the culture of the studio itself has something to do with it.
All in all, this was the best option for me in that area at the time, but I longed for my old studios.

I am a first-​timer at Pilates and I was recommended to yogaworks Tarzana through a couple of friends. I love it here clean, open and a friendly staff. I’m taking a couple group classes with instructor Ana and I find her to be very knowledgeable and patient even with first-​timers. I went because of a leg injury and was told it could help. Ana understood my injury and really helped me along. Overall great place, great staff, great location. Lots of parking in the back.

Just started here about two months ago, and love the space and convenience. Classes can get packed during peak times but the space is so large that we all fit. I enjoy Szymon’s classes and have found that there is a lot of variety. I find it weird how instructors come and go, but I’m not sure if that is just a Yoga thing. Lots of parking around the corner, and easy to get in and out, which was a huge plus compared to other gyms. The locker area is very nice and large enough, with a great system for storing your stuff.
The one thing I would change is to have more classes offered Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings like the rest of the week for those of us entrepreneurs who don’t really distinguish between work day and weekend. There have been weeks when I just couldn’t get there in time.

Beautiful studio! This place is great! They have 3 spacious yoga studios and a Pilates room. I love the variety of yoga classes they offer. Anything from Barworks, hatha yoga, all the way to urban zen and prenatal. Really has a class for everyone at any level. If you’re also looking to continuing your own knowledge of deepening your practice, this studio offers a host of teacher trainings, workshops, and specialty classes. The teachers here go through many hours of training, so I feel like they will always keep their students safe, while still encouraging you to challenge yourself. Parking is located underground right off of Yolanda from Ventura Blvd.

I LOVE yogaworks !!!
Love the facility and the location
Love the environment and the people
And especially I LOVE Szymon ! His Hata /​Iyangar classes are extremely fun, challenging and full!!!
Fits all ages !

I’m new to this location, and I have to say I have quite a bit mix feeling about it.
First, I am very used to the teachers at Westlake Village and they are awesome, I’m still trying to figure out the teachers here but so far I’m not impressed. One day the teacher was about 10 minutes late, the staffs were wondering if the teacher is coming, but they didn’t even bother to contact the teacher not letting the class know the teacher is running late or anything, just all stood there and chatting. And the teacher came in and doesn’t even say sorry she was running late or anything neither and take her sweet ass time to change her clothes.
Second, they students here seemed to not know the etiquette in the class– you don’t chat (real loud) right before or during the class like you are at a supermarket! You just don’t do that. We are not at a gym or again, supermarket or your own house. Learn to respect others when they are trying to get ready.
They get two stars because the facility is nice (although not as nice as the Westlake Village location, but it is bigger than the Pasadena location). And it is right above Wholefood and Starbucks which is pretty convenient with free parking.
I don’t know if this the location that I will choose to go again out of all their locations in LA area.

This review is long over due. I bought a one month unlimited classes through groupon and decided to try and get my fitness on. Before I even got into a class I was sat down into an office and forced to sign a membership. I said may I please use my groupon first and then let me make up my mind at the end of the month. The sales person was so pushy that I even felt unwelcomed and bad that I was trying to take a class. The prices were ridiculous and she wanted me to pay the full amount upfront. I asked what about my groupon I already paid for? She said they would give me a month free whenever I decided to cancel. Doesn’t sound like a deal to me.
My words were, «I’d like to date you first before I marry you, if that’s ok.» Everyone in the office laughed as I awkwardly gathered my things and she showed me around. She made me feel so bad I ended up buying a $ 80 yoga mat to make up for not signing up right away.
Anyway, I ended up going about twice a week and each time I went I was bombarded by when was I going to sign up, let alone the many emails I was sent. Also the classes were not a relaxing good flow. I’m used to quieting my mind and get into a flow but the instructor kept stopping the class to explain the position and talk talk talk. This particular instructor came up to me after class and said I wasn’t straightening my arms while in down dog. I tried to explain to her I was born with deformed arms which I can’t straighten my arms all the way. She argued with me that I did while in plank. Oh, ok lady! I thought in yoga you’re suppose to go deep listening to your own body not forcing something you physically can’t do. I never went back. This place is very cooperate.

I really liked the place when i signed up n i liked the classes until the time i needed to cancel… i understand policy but honor ur words too. The last time i was there i asked for the cancelation policy and she said 2 week, which i assume it means 14 days, so i go in 14 days before to attend a class and also cancel she says i still have to pay for December… ummm why?! U said 2 weeks but no she meant 15 days. Fine $ 100 won’t kill me but u definitely lost me to come back next summer. And acting like a snob and i dont care attitude is not for customer service!

I went here for about a month with my sister. It was ok. Definitely hit or miss with the instructors. We both liked the Pilates mat class the best. The instructor was our favorite too, I don’t know her name, dark brunette hair. We would probably come back just for that class but you can’t here it’s a flat fee monthly membership. I would like to try the Santa Monica location however; I just think the vibe here is slightly off. For example, a catty woman after class making snarky remarks about groupon vs. regular members. My sister and I both purchased a groupon, for the purpose of trying out the studio to considering joining– but it’s just not what we had expected. Enjoy ‘your’ studio.

I LOVE this YogaWorks studio so much! My fiancé bought me a Groupon here and I really made our money’s worth for the month. This place is amazing. Very, very clean studio. They provide towels for you, both bath and sweat towels. Mats are also provided if you don’t have, or forgot yours. Lockers are provided and have their own combination lock so you don’t even have to worry about buying one. Everything you could ask for in a yoga studio/​gym.
As for the classes, they are all really really great! I’ve tried their yoga classes, both hatha and vinyasa flow, barre, TRX, Pilates and Sculpt Works. Some days I even doubled up and took yoga once and then took barre afterwards. Their workouts really make you sweat and it’s already cold in the room to begin with. My favorite classes are the TRX and barre classes. They are SO good! I was originally here for the yoga classes but I am a bigger fan of hot yoga which unfortunately they do not have here. Their yoga classes are pretty good though and yoga 2 classes teach you inversions :)
The only reason I give it 4 stars is because it’s so freaking expensive here. Like some people say, it’s the Equinox of yoga studios, lol. And I agree, the employees who are in charge of signing members up here really do try to push you into joining. They already tried to make me join after the second day of using my Groupon, which I thought was way too soon. I was actually considering it though because everything here is so nice, it’s hard to let go. But then I got annoyed when they kept calling me and one time, she even said I could give my credit card number to them over the phone and they’ll take care of my membership for me… umm no way! Other than that, this place is good.
You get a free week here so definitely try it out! Barre and TRX will kick you ass! Such great workouts!

Took more classes and I love many of the teachers — we just need a fuller schedule! It’s very difficult for working people to get to their favorite classes. Please hire more instructors and add more classes!

Yogaworks is the best yoga studio in the valley-​no doubt about it!!!
They have outstanding customer service and the finest teachers and staff anywhere.
Additionally, I want to give a loud shout out to a special staff member in the Tarzana branch (that works at the front desk) whose name is Gordan Mandich.
He is very warm, charming, knowledgeable and always helpful. He knows the members and always greets them by their first name. He is patient and always takes the time to answer any questions.
Thank you Yogaworks!

I am so jealous of all the Tarzana ppl that can call this studio their home studio. I came up to visit my Mom who lives in the Valley and we checked out her local studio. It is gorgeous! With three studios, immaculate space, pretty locker rooms, a whole area dedicated to tea and lounging AND free parking with a Whole Foods next door – you guys have it made!
I went to a Gentle Yoga class which was great. That’s the only class I have been too so I can’t comment on the classes at the studio. But based on appearances and convenience alone, this gets 5 stars!

Plain and simple the Iyengar classes are wonderful!
Now, the customer service is awful! Second time they have messed with my credit card! Trying to get them to refund an unauthorized charge, is a nightmare and they don’t even apologize that it has happened!
They need a complete re hall on there customer service!
Such BS!

Coming to YogaWorks in Tarzana has been enjoyable every single time! Nothing beats the feeling of walking in and exhaling your day’s stress as soon as you step through the door!
They offer a good variety of classes/​levels and their instructors are awesome! It is always very clean, which is very important to me. I absolutely hate the fact that I have to cancel my membership because I don’t work in the area anymore.
YogaWorks…open a location in the La Crescenta/​Tujunga area!

Honestly, this place was a total waste of time and money. The instructors are amazing, and very sweet and very helpful! That’s why I would give them alone 5 stars!
The schedule is terrible. I have a very busy schedule and a beginner at yoga. They only offer the yoga 1 class twice a day and its either early in the morning or 7:30 at night. This is yogaworks, there should be alternate days for yoga, then Pilates (which btw they don’t offer a beginners class) and another day for advanced yoga.
The guy at the first desk is a bit rude, and doesn’t seem to care about the clients.
Was disappointed.

This is the equinox of yoga. Everything here is perfectly accessible and clean. The classrooms are large so everyone will have room to move and breathe. All of the instructors are very knowledgeable and passionate about their practice. The Tarzana location is very modern. Below is a Whole Foods, a private parking lot and there are lots of restaurants surrounding the building.
Look out for YogaWorks promotions and events they’re a good way to start out at the studio.