Bee Yoga Fusion

Bee Yoga Fusion is really the best place to take a yoga class. Gretchen with her smile and her comments and the music you know you are in the right place. Just relaxes and take a deep breath and enjoy the class and you will be glad that you did.

I can't say enough about Gretchen's studio. I've belonged to several studios in the DMV and Bee Yoga Fusion is, by far, my favorite. The friendly, welcoming environment creates a lovely community and the classes are challenging and invigorating but appropriate for yogis of every level. I started taking classes there while pregnant and enjoyed my time there throughout my pregnancy. Now I'm having fun challenging myself and regaining my strength postpartum.

Highly recommend!

This is the best yoga studio. I've started as an absolute beginner and have been going for nearly three years. Gretchen's clear instructions took me from having no idea of how to use my body to be comfortable in challenging poses. And it's a totally judgment-free zone! Old and young, fit and unfit, yoga clothes and tracksuits, everybody gets together to enjoy Gretchen's classes. Gretchen knows how to teach yoga and connect with people.

I have been a member for over a year now. This yoga studio is great, There are no mirrors which I noticed right away. I was nervous to attend my first class because I am not graceful or particularly flexible. I felt welcomed and comfortable right away. In my 1.5 years of weekly classes, that hasn't changed. There are several types of classes offered and each instructor and class is fun!

This yoga studio has changed my life! I want to emphasize how this is different than any other yoga studios like Core Power or Yoga District. Gretchen and all of our students are like family - she knows each of us by our faces. She knew my name/face from day 1 without any effort of interacting with her one on one. This is not a place where you wear flashy outfits and show off yourself. Her practice reinforces on self awareness and surrendering ourselves to the world.
Since April, I have been going 2-3 times a week, and without any other workout routines, I have lost 10 lbs and become toned. I

Gretchen is a gifted teacher, with clear instruction, elegant sequencing, and great variety from class to class. What I like best, though, is the warm, inclusive community she creates every day, in every class--regardless of whether students already know each other. She's great at getting people chatting and laughing together before and after class. And when it's time to get down to yoga, she's all business, completely focused. I leave class feeling centered, relaxed, and happy.

You owe it to yourself to try this studio and embrace yoga! As a 50+ these classes have been life changing! Don’t give up on yourself, come to class, be patient with yourself and drink from the fountain of youth!:) Gretchen is an amazing yoga instructor and an exceptional human being.:) The Barre Fusion and Pilates Fusion classes are also great exercise. TRY IT! You can signup for a single class or buy a book of 10 at a discount and sign up for any classes at your own pace.

A yoga studio where the instructor talks of yoga being "for every body." All skill levels are welcome. The environment is beautiful and supportive. Gretchen is a generous, strong, and kind instructor. We are beginners and advanced yoga students, gathering together and focusing on our own practices, on our own yoga mats, guided by a wonderful expert. Come and join us.

The first time I was a student of Gretchen’s yoga class, I felt unintentional tears flowing from the corners of my eyes while in the corpse pose, Shavasana, which is the last pose before the spiritual prayer. It was from stress relief and self reflection. I’ve been addicted to her class ever since.
Jackie Cantwell

After deciding that I needed a new hobby, I thought maybe I'd give yoga a try. I decided to give Bee Yoga a try being as though it wasn't too far from where I live. I am so glad I did! Gretchen is an amazing instructor!!! You can tell she truly enjoys teaching yoga. Gretchen explains that Yoga isn't about posing and moving but more about self acceptance and self confidence. She is very encouraging, attentive, motivating and knowledgeable.

Parking.... parking is easy to find and plentiful. I actually parked very close to the studio. The studio is located next to the credit union

This month marks the 1 year anniversary of Bee Yoga Fusion in the Greenbelt town center and I couldn't be happier to have Gretchen and her yoga classes nearby! I especially enjoy going to the Monday and Thursday morning classes, it's a great way to start the day. The evening classes usually fill up days before they're scheduled, so plan ahead and check them out, you'll be glad you did.

Gretchen is amazing and so friendly. I learn so much about myself and my practice after each yoga class! She offers so much variety from beginner's to advanced classes. Check out a class because you won't be disappointed.

Bee Yoga Fusion is wonderful! Gretchen is very creative and no class is every the same as another. The studio is lovely and calming. Each practice is makes me want to come to the next one. Once you start practicing with Gretchen, you won't want to stop!

I've been to a number of yoga studios and have practiced yoga on and off for some time. I had a great experience at BYF. While the studio is small- Gretchen has designated where students should place their mats- so you have plenty of room. It's also nicely decorated and has big windows. The vinyasa flow class was excellent. Gretchen keeps the poses interesting- it doesn't consist of endless rounds of sun salutations, which a lot of other instructors depend on to fill class time. Make sure you reserve ahead of time and arrive early so you don't disturb the class.

I came for basic yoga after trying the LA fitness and yogaworks. Not very conducive to a real beginner. Gretchen at BeeYoga does a wonderful job breaking down the poses and unlike the other places, she actually finds out health issues that may impact her students practice. She does a great job tailoring her basic yoga class to the challenges whether it is hip problems or carpal tunnel. I haven't found a basic yoga class that comes close to Gretchen's.

REALLY wanted to begin yoga and I went on a Sunday to a beginner class to observe to see if i could physically handle the exercises. Accredited gyms allow this and I was rather intimidated by her website so I thought this would be ok.... WRONG! I arrived a few minutes late and after straining my arthritic bones up the tall stair case to her class, I was rudely dismissed even though I explained I only wanted to watch HER for a few minutes to see if I could physically handle it....... NEVER AGAIN! I'm humiliated and in front of a class of people.... How is THAT good energy??

Bee Yoga Fusion (BYF) is my first exposure to practicing yoga in a real yoga studio. I had tried yoga a few times before, but always in a crowded gymnasium room with limited instruction. I left these classes feeling confused and decided that yoga was not for me. Earlier this year, I decided to try giving yoga another chance and signed up for an all-levels Community Yoga class at BYF. Attending that first yoga class at Gretchen's studio has shifted how I view yoga. Rather than being afraid to roll out my mat (because I have no idea what I'm doing), I look forward to each class because