Frees you from your limitations and inspires you to do something good for yourself everyday. Many of our members come to us as beginners, with chronic injuries or unfavorable lifestyle habits. Where ever you are at or when you start it does not matter. With a regular practice, supportive teachers and community, your pain and life will change!
Our staff will guide you through the process of implementing a 4 step method to wellness into your life so that it creates a long term, sustainable wellness routine. We are a community of people who are every day folks who choose to support each other through their healing process. You will not be alone in our classes.
Our staff will guide you through the process of implementing a 4 step method to wellness into your life so that it creates a long term, sustainable wellness routine. We are a community of people who are every day folks who choose to support each other through their healing process. You will not be alone in our classes.
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We are excited to help you on your journey and so give you the best experience here are some things to know before you come to your first session. Please be clean. Avoid smoking, wearing perfumes, scented lotions, creams(especially patchouli) or colognes to class. Please also keep your clothes and feet clean and fresh.
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At the end of each agreement you have a 30 window to cancel the agreement. If you need to cancel early outside of the 30 day window, there is a $200 early cancellation fee to do so. For the fast action pricing, fast action pricing will be applied after any gift certificates, coupon codes or other promotions.
Reviews (26)
Cindy S.
Oct 10, 2021
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There are *tons* of yoga studios to choose from in San Francisco. Choose wisely and do not choose this one! The owner/only instructor cannot take constructive criticism (ie, to speak louder) and is rude. Also, I reviewed this place on Google, and the owner had the GALL to repy to my review! That should definitely not be allowed! It only served to prove my point and advice about going here:
1. Don't bother
2. See number one
1. Don't bother
2. See number one
Melissa H.
Sep 20, 2021
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I have been doing yoga for decades...it prevented some of my injuries (i.e. bunions) but I still had some big ones I could not fix (i.e. sciatica). I was just trying to figure out how to take the next step and lo and behold I walked past BodyTonicSF. I emailed and Brian responded right away helping me talk it through. I signed up for the 12week transformation course, which both felt amazing and showed me where I need to start making changes. I then signed up for the annual membership and am well on my way to long-term healing and fitness. Brian is super good at explaining what's going on physically
Jenna R.
Jan 24, 2021
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Brian of Body Tonic, formally California Yoga Company, is the absolute best! I have been going to his studio for over 10 years, I lived in SF for 4 years and have gone every time I am in town and now all from the comfort of my own home. He has helped me with my back and neck pain more than the many many other things I have tried for it. To have this routine during COVID is a literal life saver and the online community he has created, the amazing 6 week unlimited deal he runs every so often is not to be missed!
Clare V.
Jan 24, 2021
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Dozer E.
Jan 24, 2021
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Kimberly G.
Jan 24, 2021
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Sara L.
Jan 24, 2021
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Jennifer
Jan 12, 2021
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Justin Glier
Nov 27, 2020
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Brian,
I have been buying "first timer offer" packages in every yoga studio nearby for the past two years. Yours was the best. Thank you for helping me. Now that I have decided to become a yoga instructor, I will rely on you as an inspiration because of your excellent sequence of postures and knowledge of proper, helpful form. Thanks for that.
Kind regards,
Justin
P.S. My bike ride from Washington D.C. to San Francisco in 2019 was incredible. May have booped a coyote.
I have been buying "first timer offer" packages in every yoga studio nearby for the past two years. Yours was the best. Thank you for helping me. Now that I have decided to become a yoga instructor, I will rely on you as an inspiration because of your excellent sequence of postures and knowledge of proper, helpful form. Thanks for that.
Kind regards,
Justin
P.S. My bike ride from Washington D.C. to San Francisco in 2019 was incredible. May have booped a coyote.
Gail C.
May 22, 2020
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I have been coming to CYC for over a year now. If you are looking for a great stretch, low impact yet powerful hot yoga...this is the place. I used to practice bikram yoga weekly but what I like more about CYC is it's more practical for daily routine as it's not as intensely hot. Brian is very good at correcting everyone's postures, so you definitely will feel your muscle working out. Definitely recommend this place.
Rosie D.
Jan 30, 2020
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Shinyobject Purplesparkle
Jan 16, 2020
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I've never really done yoga before and I chose California Yoga Company because the website made it seem very friendly and welcoming to beginners. And it was! Brian was good natured and motivating throughout the session. He is precise and thorough while walking around the room evaluating each person's posture and making adjustments. I was focused and energized the whole time.
Reut Saadi VeggieMinded
Jan 13, 2020
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I’ve never attending a yoga class that offer so many benefits in one class. California yoga Bikram style classes for me are meditative, focused on stretching & elongating, detoxification, a real work out! and after short few consistent visits my body posture improved immensely. Another key thing I love is the personal touch the teachers give, correcting your position in each movement to make sure you reap the maximum benefits, which isn’t something you get in other yoga classes I attended.
Highly highly recommend it!
Highly highly recommend it!
Naomi N.
Dec 22, 2019
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Highly recommend CYC for anyone new to yoga. Brian, the owner, is very welcoming and the classes are small enough that he knows everyone's name.
I really appreciated the small class size and the fact that Brian went around correcting everyone on their form. Once you got the hang of it, he encouraged you to push harder.
I came to CYC with severe back pain related to work stress and jiu jitsu injuries. After a few weeks, I slept better and no longer had pain that woke me up in the middle of the night.
Back pain is a common issue in jiu jitsu. Most of us have tried massages, massage
I really appreciated the small class size and the fact that Brian went around correcting everyone on their form. Once you got the hang of it, he encouraged you to push harder.
I came to CYC with severe back pain related to work stress and jiu jitsu injuries. After a few weeks, I slept better and no longer had pain that woke me up in the middle of the night.
Back pain is a common issue in jiu jitsu. Most of us have tried massages, massage
Anna Shaban
Nov 17, 2019
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This yoga studio is amazing!
Usually I go to Brian’s classes, he is a great teacher. With his help I learned how to do yoga, he is very attentive to details, explaining all unclear moments. After classes I feel more relaxed. Also classes help me to be in a good shape :)
I can recommend studio not only for beginners but for experienced persons as well.
Usually I go to Brian’s classes, he is a great teacher. With his help I learned how to do yoga, he is very attentive to details, explaining all unclear moments. After classes I feel more relaxed. Also classes help me to be in a good shape :)
I can recommend studio not only for beginners but for experienced persons as well.
Ashley B.
Oct 17, 2019
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I'm so impressed with this yoga studio. I just moved to SF from NY, and had been so focused on the new apartment and new job that I'd stopped doing yoga and all exercise for close to a year. I was intimidated by the thought of starting over again, especially at CYC which practices a type of yoga that I'm not familiar with. But Brian and his team are amazing. They seem to know each and every one of their students personally and what their goals are. They pay attention to injuries and offer personalized modifications. The classes are small, and because I'm new, they take extra
David Schmauch
Sep 11, 2019
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Just started at CYC and felt an enormous improvement with my tight lower back and legs after just the first class. After not having practiced yoga for years, Brian’s classes and approach make it easy to regain my strength through daily practice and focus. I highly recommend CYC to anyone looking to start or get back into yoga practice.
Derek Fahy
Aug 05, 2019
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I just joined California Yoga company last week and absolutely love it. The best thing I have done for my health and wellness; however challenging it may be. I have NO yoga experience, and instructor Brian Monnier has been nothing but welcoming, kind and patient from the beginning. Nothing pretentious here; just a great place and practice for those who wish to make a healthy change.
Isabel Santis
Jun 09, 2019
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Brian's class is always challenging, but in a good way. He helps students modify poses to address individual needs, while focusing on form and providing direction and encouraging to take the poses deeper. I have been taking yoga at his studio for the last 3 months and the benefits to my health and mood have been noticeable. Best decision I have made in a long time.
Mariana F.
Jan 22, 2019
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I've been coming to California Yoga Company for more than a year now and it's been a life-changing place for my recovery. I have scoliosis and neck problems, so every activity I look for needs to be aligned with that, but this experience has been more than just that, it has been an amazing journey for a recovery process.
Brian's practice training is extremely good for posture, back problems, and general well-being. It's been incredible for me to see the progress you can achieve in each posture by doing them repeatedly, with conscience and care. Here's the good part, over
Brian's practice training is extremely good for posture, back problems, and general well-being. It's been incredible for me to see the progress you can achieve in each posture by doing them repeatedly, with conscience and care. Here's the good part, over
Heather S.
Nov 13, 2018
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Namaste! Years ago I practiced bikram & moved on to more active ashtanga yoga. Over last couple years fell out practice & dropped to one restorative class per week. Lucky me! CYC ran deal & gave it a try. So glad I did! I've been going to bush street studio for 2 + months & enjoying process of renewing yoga practice. Following special offer - I enjoyed benefits so much that I signed on for 6 month unlimited pass. Class is great led by Brian (and Sarah on Wednesday) & totally welcoming in terms of new yogis or, or in my case, lapsed. Love series & can see path to getting
Stacy C.
Nov 09, 2018
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The California Yoga Company has had a profound positive impact on my recovery and mental well being since I've been going class. and it's only been three months. To say that the Brian and California Yoga Company has been a game changer for me is an extreme understatement.
Last December I broke my ankle and fractured my tibia in 13 places (it was a Pilon Fracture). I was non-weight bearing, on bed rest, for 3 months. That was followed by another 3 months of gradually increasing the amount of weight I could put on my left foot. That process took me from a walker, a knee scooter
Last December I broke my ankle and fractured my tibia in 13 places (it was a Pilon Fracture). I was non-weight bearing, on bed rest, for 3 months. That was followed by another 3 months of gradually increasing the amount of weight I could put on my left foot. That process took me from a walker, a knee scooter
Sarah H.
Jan 12, 2018
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I'm really happy that I found CYC and have been able to start doing yoga there. I've been looking for a way to stay active after quitting a team sport that I was heavily involved with over the past five years and so far these classes do not disappoint! I leave class each time drenched in sweat and feeling satisfied knowing that I've pushed myself as hard as I could.
I really enjoy the no-frill feel of the classes - all you know is some water and a towel, no fancy mat or yoga clothes - which allows you to focus on your own body and pushing yourself to do better than you did the last
I really enjoy the no-frill feel of the classes - all you know is some water and a towel, no fancy mat or yoga clothes - which allows you to focus on your own body and pushing yourself to do better than you did the last
Mike D'Andrea
Jun 25, 2017
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Really excellent classes with an attentive, caring instructor.
Unfortunately, as someone who's never been into yoga, I would have passed this place up if my friend didn't drag me to a class one time. But I instantly fell in love and became a regular. Brian has been a very considerate and involved instructor, and his classes are intense! I never fail to feel better afterward: I've gotten better sleep, my mood has improved, and I'm excited for the next class.
Brian's class has pushed me to want to really improve my physicality. Definitely worth a shot.
Unfortunately, as someone who's never been into yoga, I would have passed this place up if my friend didn't drag me to a class one time. But I instantly fell in love and became a regular. Brian has been a very considerate and involved instructor, and his classes are intense! I never fail to feel better afterward: I've gotten better sleep, my mood has improved, and I'm excited for the next class.
Brian's class has pushed me to want to really improve my physicality. Definitely worth a shot.
Anusha C.
Sep 01, 2016
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Brian totally scammed me! He got me into a prepay ($400 for 3mos, plus get an additional 3 months free) to start after a 2 mo living social deal I had signed up for expired. 1 month and 3 weeks into this prepayment for 6 months of classes, he closes up shop with no word or notice. He sends an email assuring his customers he will reimburse. Months later and no reimbursement. I contacted him numerous times without response. Finally I get ahold of him. He tells me he did not feel I deserve a refund, since the last three months were free anyway. I told him I prepaid for 6 mos of services, and got
Kathy T.
Aug 24, 2016
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I really feel bad for Brian . I enjoyed his class given it was very near my place. I was encouraged to continue m classes despite my pregnancy. I complete trusted him. He said I can continue it until before I give birth and he will modify my poses.
I signed up for auto pay . 5 months into it, he displays and emails a promo. Pay for 3 months in advance (500) and and get 2 months free. We talked about it and he said I could cancel anytime and get a refund if I decide otherwise given I was pregnant.
2 days later, I decided it would be wiser I do a monthly payment and requested for a refund in
I signed up for auto pay . 5 months into it, he displays and emails a promo. Pay for 3 months in advance (500) and and get 2 months free. We talked about it and he said I could cancel anytime and get a refund if I decide otherwise given I was pregnant.
2 days later, I decided it would be wiser I do a monthly payment and requested for a refund in
