Life and Balance: Glebe

Life & Balance, which as two studios (one off Glebe Pt Road and one in the CBD), strikes a warm and welcoming note at both centers. Come a few minutes early to any class and enjoy fresh tea and filtered water, peruse an issue of Yoga Journal, and relax on thier wicker loungers. Overall, an ambient and breezy feel that gets you in the mood for some savasana.

You may not feel totally "at home" until you become a regular, though, and the teachers recognize you from one class to the next; but no matter, even for newbies this studio offers a pretty relaxed vibe. It's great if you're new to yoga especially or seeking a generalized Hatha class (versus something more dynamic) although they do offer a smattering of Ashtanga and Dynamic classes -- all good options. The only down side, compared to other studios, may be the lack of offerings in terms of scheduling, but if a certain class fits in to your weekly routine then it's certainly a great place to wind down after a busy day.  I'd like to see a little more hands-on assistance from most teachers, but in general they are kind and helpful.

(If you venture to their City center, make sure you go early, as classes fill up minutes before the start, especially at lunch hour.)