While there are many yoga studio options across SG, I choose to stay with Real Yoga (RY) because of several factors. First and most important is their teaching philosophy and their teachers. This includes Saumik, Kumar, Sam, Amit, Lydia, and many more (also Adi and Rhoo at Toa Payoh). Saumik never pushes us to do what is unsafe; instead, he always reminds us to listen to our body to avoid injury. Sometimes it is a struggle because we may be hesitant to push ourselves, but he often sees our potential and encourages us to keep improving. That’s when Private Training (PT) may help, as I personally experienced when trying to learn inversions and needed more than just open classes to gain confidence. I am still learning, but it is truly a personal choice and the chemistry with the teacher that makes the final decision! Saumik is also open to feedback; I remember telling him when I did not appreciate a specific teacher’s approach, and he immediately took action to address my feedback. RY has a long history in SG, and while there’s always a risk with any business packages (as is true for any service industry such as hair salons or beauty services), it’s best to sign up for what you can utilize most effectively! Last but not least, the yoga retreats are a great opportunity to bond and connect with others, and I truly appreciate the trips with Saumik to Bhutan and Kashmir. I am looking forward to Tibet next!
Ah Meng Li Teck
5
As a visitor in Singapore staying in the Marina Bay area, I checked several yoga studios, but Yoyo was the most responsive, so I bought an unlimited weekly pass there. What a great surprise: the instructors are great, especially Amit. I am quite flexible and normally don't feel much during yoga classes, but Amit explained all the details very well to achieve perfect alignment and go deeper. I am very grateful I found this yoga studio, and I encourage all yogis to go there if they want to reach the next level.
Kristi Goh
5
I love attending yoga classes, workshops, and PT at Real Yoga. The atmosphere is welcoming and friendly, and the studio is spacious and clean. Real Yoga fosters a sense of relaxation and community.
Real Yoga offers a variety of classes that focus on both physical and mental well-being. The instructors are truly the best. They are knowledgeable, passionate, and provide gentle adjustments and corrections to help improve your practice.
Attending classes, workshops, and PT at Real Yoga has helped improve my flexibility, strength, balance, and confidence, as well as promote a strong sense of well-being. Real Yoga has helped me manage stress, create inner peace, heal injuries, become less fearful, and live with greater awareness and happiness.
Master Saumik is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about yoga, anatomy, healing, mind-body connection, and human personalities. His ability to integrate and apply his diverse knowledge while taking into account each student’s unique body type and personality is what brings healing and transformation to his students. In addition to his immense knowledge of human anatomy, Master Saumik also instills trust, confidence, positivity, and, most of all, belief in one's own ability. His wisdom and passion for helping others is such a gift.
I’m truly grateful for the opportunity to practice, learn, and grow at Real Yoga. Thank you to everyone at Real Yoga for making it such an inviting and safe community.
Thila Vasan
5
My special thanks and gratitude to Teacher Amit for his vast knowledge of Yoga Asanas and anatomy. With his excellent instructions, tips, and guidance, I can see for myself that I am getting much better each day, as I have super tight hips. He has an amazing energy level too. His patience and caring attitude towards his students is awesome. I feel very blessed to be one of his personal training students. The new studio in RC is excellent, and its ambiance is so pleasant for one to learn and practice Yoga. It's also easily accessible.
Thank you, Amit, for your wonderful teaching; your passion for yoga has motivated me to stay connected with the beautiful art of Yoga.💞
Ashal Leow
5
I've been with Real Yoga for 4 years, and to this day, I'm still learning. Every journey is an enrichment course to me. I find myself knowing and understanding myself more. Yoga is not about the poses you can do—flying here and there, in opposite directions, doing all the impossible poses, etc. It somehow tames a person. I notice my own changes as well. To me, we should practice with awareness, understanding, and mindfulness, but not with ambition (that's not my type). That way, we learn the process of how to get there safely (my way 😉). Be the real you; don't bother about what or how others see you. You're the best when you're yourself. Be curious about what you're not sure about. Go find the answers, and confuse and enlighten yourself at the same time 🤩.
Hui Ling Lim
5
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Great environment. The teachers are great, especially Teacher Kumar and Master Saumik. The receptionists were friendly and helpful too, especially Yoyo and Jeff. Great place for self-practice too.
May Lin Chong
3
I’ve been attending yoga lessons at Raffles City since February 2024. I was drawn to register by the affordable promotional fees and the convenient location near my workplace. Yoyo, the friendly admin, is very approachable and quick to respond. The instructors, Lydia and Amit, have greatly enhanced my experience. They are knowledgeable and passionate, frequently providing gentle adjustments and corrections that have significantly improved my flexibility and helped loosen tightness in my body. Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to attend classes with other instructors, especially Saumik, as the class timings often coincide with office hours. The only downside has been the poor shower facilities.
Devanie
5
Clean and spacious yoga studio. I love the ambience here. The instructors (Su, Amit) are patient. Yoyo the receptionist is helpful and friendly.
Pin Jin Lee
5
I so enjoy learning yoga at Real Yoga! Teachers here are so knowledgeable and friendly! Students here go from strangers to friends. I highly recommend Real Yoga if you plan to start your yoga journey!
Cathy Heng
5
Highly recommended for new and regular practitioners to join Real Yoga. The teachers are very knowledgeable and friendly. I have been practicing yoga with RY since 2017 and looking forward to being with them for many more years.