The Yoga Factory

I purchased a groupon last year and was unable to use before expiration because I had a broken rib. Since the amount paid never expires, I tried emailing the yoga factory on 3 occasions in the last few months to find out how to use the value & book a class. As of today, I have NOT received a response. I’m going to contact groupon and request a refund due to the lack of customer service. Very disappointing!

Well my yoga class was awesome! Im trying to schedule another one but the website and phone number do not work!!! i still have sessions under my name! WHAT!!!

Some people may not like their yoga instructors to smoke cigarettes. This is the case here. Also, some instructors may talk about all the drama in their lives and how they want to get away from it, it’s like dude, do some yoga and forget about it! If you tech yoga then you should practice your teachings outside the studio.
Male sure to book your class with Olivia. She’s been a bright spot for this place.
Also this place has a permanent groupon coupon. It’s not worth it to pay regular price since it looks like they price gouge to make it seem like you ate getting a deal with the groupon.
can’t get over the cigarette smoking. Disgusting.

I’ve been to two classes here; one with Mel and one with Olivia. Both times were so awesome I can’t wait to keep going. I’ve been an avid yogi for several years, and being on the silks allows me to get into deeper stretches and also forces me to utilize core muscles that generally aren’t engaged during regular floor mat classes.
The sensation of hanging upside down is invigorating and offers a shift in perspective that isn’t normally seen in practice. Also, laying in the hammocks during shavasana feels like I’m being cradled by the universe. It’s such an amazing feeling.
I’ve shared my experience with coworkers, friends, and throughout my social networks. I highly recommend The Yoga Factory to anyone looking to add some «umph» to their practice.
Thank you for bringing aerial yoga to San Diego. I hope you get so busy that you are forced to open a larger studio!!!
Sending you good vibes of love and abundance.

I love the aerial yoga classes. Olivia is a very patient, kind, supportive, helpful soul. She makes the classes enjoyably challenging.
If you are a beginner, or on the fence about going, GO! You’ll love it! Every class is a positive experience. The absolute worst part is when it is over because then you have to go back to real life, but you go back to real-​life feeling amazing!
I’m sure all the other instructors are great too but I have never taken any classes with anyone else here. Olivia is awesome and deserves the Nobel Peace Prize. Or like a parade or a day named after her or the key to the city… Something like that.

I never thought I could handle aerial yoga. I don’t even do normal yoga regularly. The Yoga Factory gave me an awesomely favorable experience. When I came in for the first time, I was scared that I might fall. Olivia, our instructor, was so encouraging. She was very patient with a first-​timer like me. We did a lot of different poses that looks more difficult than they really seem to be. I went yesterday for my second Aerial Flow Yoga with Liv and it’s that same amazing experience. 2 of my friends are taking the class with me too.
I purchased the summer special of 5 classes for $ 39 for it was such a great deal! (I should have bought the 10 classes for $ 59!) It expires 120 days so it’s very spread out. Since I am a newbie I take the level 1 which happens 4 x a week. Scheduling is very easy to manage. They even respond to inquiries really quick.
There’s a lot of parking spaces available during the time of the classes, so it isn’t a hassle to park. I have yet to take the Surrender Yoga with Hannahsita which my friend is raving about. We’ll see. If an over 30 yr old non-​yogis mom could do it, so can you! All in all, this studio is recommended.

Today was my very first time doing yoga. I purchased 5 aerial yoga classes last night and attended my first class this morning with Mel. Mel was very helpful and welcoming, she has a great vibe to her, she was very prompt in answering my emails in regards to my groupon/​yoga factory purchase confusion. I walked in feeling super apprehensive, I walked out feeling relaxed, grateful (that I tried something new and out of my box), and extremely HAPPY! Thank you Mel and The Yoga Factory!

The Yoga Factory is a wonderful place to check out if you want to spice up your exercise routine. Or if you don’t have a routine, that’s fine too. I’ve taken five classes with two different instructors and in each class I am inspired by the motivation I see. There are women (so far no men) of all shapes and sizes trying this out. All ages too. You know how you feel when you walk into a yoga class and everyone is fit and young and intimidating as ****? That’s not going on here.
Shout out to Olivia and Hannasita who are the two instructors I’ve had the pleasure of being guided by throughout class. Different energies but the same passion. They are supportive and encourage you to face your (very natural) fear of falling on your head. Trust me, you will be fine. At the end of class you walk away feeling decompressed (literally) and with a deeper sense of trust in your own body.

One of the worst experiences EVER! I’ll keep it short, considering I already spent way TOO MUCH time, money, and energy on this business.
Pros:
+1 hmmm… Mel’s Dharma
Cons:
–1 Lack of professionalism and customer service from business owner
–1 Redeeming voucher
–1 Ease of scheduling a class
–1 Lack of space available in classes

Very difficult to reserve class. Be careful with groupon as they have 12 week expiration vs 1 year for most places. Hopefully you can get all 10 classes within that time. In other words, they need money quick or they will go out of business.

I took my first class with Olivia this morning at 10:30, and I was extremely impressed. Olivia was helpful, calming and supportive. She did an excellent job of supporting students at varying levels throughout the class.
Aerial yoga was a refreshing spin on Yoga practice. Reversing the effects of gravity on the spine feels incredible for desk-​bound slouchers like myself. Deep, challenging stretches, big heart openers, and fun inversions — what more could you ask for?

I purchased the 5 class groupon for this studio and I am SO glad I did.
I’ve been doing yoga for about 7 years and Aerial Yoga is such a refreshing spin on traditional! I’ve taken classes from Mel & Olivia and they both were very patient and informative. The studio is small, which is why people complain about classes filling up quickly– but every class I’ve been to there have been no-​shows so it would be easy to get in if you just show up!
All and all, I am very happy– I feel a deeper more targeted stretch on my hip flexers, which is my favorite area to stretch and I love all the inversions we take during class because I struggle with inversions outside of aerial yoga. I will definitely be purchasing more classes once I run out!

Purchased a groupon for five aerial classes. Booking class was almost impossible and I was on the brink of requesting a refund when suddenly people were responsive and classes became available (considering I booked back to back classes). First class was a unique experience. I am not a great yogist first and foremost nor am I flexible. For my first class an apparent level two class — tumble aerial I was having a difficult time. Instructor goes by quickly and it’s hard for a beginner to really grasp the technique of wrapping oneself and to trust that the wrap will hold you. Needless to say first class bummer. But the yoga aerial one incorporates more yoga poses so I felt it was a bit more of a work out (although yet not). Olivia is a great instructor. She’s patient and goes through things slowly. I’ve switched all my booked classes to her. I recommend everyone else to do so. I still have difficulties and this is my fourth class. All in all aerial yoga is not for me. But it was an experience.

all their weekday classes after 5pm are fully booked for 4 weeks, when I tried emailing them to activate my 1 month unlimited groupon so I can schedule it 5 weeks from today, they told me once I activated it, it will start my month. But hey, theres no class for me to take for the next 4 weeks!!! When I email them back to see if they can let me start the unlimited month from my first class, they reply with no. And said «Hi, We are in the process of creating some new classes to add to our schedule. What I recommend is signing up for classes even if they are full and being put on the wait list, you will then be emailed as a spot opens up and you are moved from wait list to class roster. Also as a second back up, normally at least 1 – 2 people do not end up showing up to a full class, although this is not a guarantee, 99% of the time it works out this way. As I said, I do not mind waiting until april to activate your voucher if that makes more sense for your schedule.»
REALLY!!!

Took my first class this morning at 10:30 and I cannot wait until Thursday to take my next class. It was absolutely wonderful and completely outdid all my expectations. I go to a regular vinyasa class all week long and thought this would be fun to add into my mix. I think I might be hooked!
My only complaint is that they do not answer their phone or emails in a timely manner. There were many people complaining this morning.
Highly recommend giving this place a try!
Buy their groupon or living social deal!

I love the mat classes with Olivia! You can’t beat ten dollar for a class and I love Olivia’s beautiful vibe. Her voice is very soothing and gracious. I also enjoyed the space. It was spacious and the ambience was awesome, calm, and therapeutic. If I lived closer I would go here every Monday and Wednesday!