We look forward to offering you community, immunity and connection as we move forward. Raffa Yoga and Urban Sweat is New England's only active relaxation center. In May of 2000, with a background in neuroanatomy and myofascial pain syndromes, Christine Raffa opened Raffa Yoga. In over 20 years, we have grown leaps and bounds and have provided a safe, compassionate, instructional and educational facility.
Our teachers have been trained by some of the most respected and knowledgeable yoga masters worldwide. With passion, Raffa features national and in-house workshops bringing educational, exciting, and inspirational opportunities for an in-depth study of yoga.
Our teachers have been trained by some of the most respected and knowledgeable yoga masters worldwide. With passion, Raffa features national and in-house workshops bringing educational, exciting, and inspirational opportunities for an in-depth study of yoga.
Services
The system is set up to treat symptoms but seldom the underlying causation of physical, mental, emotional pain and dysfunction. Hands-on healing modalities have been used for thousands of years to bring relief and treatment to people in pain. These low-tech, low-cost treatments have brought comfort, healing and loving kindness to generations of people who have used them.
Our experienced and dedicated team members are here to help make the most of your visit to Raffa. Are you looking to get more information about joining the Raffa Life team? We are always looking for people who love what they do and that want to be part of our community. If you are interested or have any questions please let us know.
Raffa is dedicated to achieving all over wellness for the mind, body, and soul. We offer everything from yoga, to Urban Sweat, therapeutic and spa treatments, and Raffa Real Food. Have Respect for the Raffa Yoga staff and please treat them as you would like to be treated. Raising your voice or being disrespectful will not be tolerated and will result in being asked not to return.
Raffa Life Therapy Spa embraces our holistic philosophy by combining our therapeutic and spa services with our Urban Sweat experience. Spend a day relaxing with one of our signature facials or massages. All Raffa Signature therapeutic Services include the Urban Sweat experience to enhance healthy restorative benefits and encourage relaxation.
Every year Raffa Life hosts teacher training for anyone looking to join us for a transformative, healing and inspirational journey of learning, community and fun! The teacher trainings we have are listed below. Please take a moment to review what we are offering, and at Raffa Life we like to say, if not now, when?
Reviews (9)
Anthony Rodriguez
Jan 17, 2022
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Karen Jennings Mathis- She-Her
Dec 20, 2021
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Noelle LaPierre
Oct 07, 2021
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The sweat rooms are amazing. But by far the worst massage I’ve ever had. I ask to go harder. She said that’s as hard as she could go. I felt like a child was doing it. I asked to focus on my sciatica. And got nothing for that. Had friends going at the same time that had a better experience so I guess just be careful who you book because for $139 it was the absolute worst massage I’ve ever had in my entire life. But Nicole is way too inexperienced for the price I paid. Considering I spent $566 for four of us to have a day. Wow. Absolutely terrible will never return for massage. Only the sweat
Vik K.
Sep 30, 2021
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I completely agree with all the previous comments regarding unprofessional management. I too purchased a pack of passes, which I could not use because of COVID. I have spent several days communicating with Lori, who refused to let me use Urban Sweat, saying that my passes (for which I paid) expired in September (which was only a few weeks ago). Terrible! Will not be going back and will make all my friends aware.
Leah Kiernan
Sep 05, 2021
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While the studios, saunas, and classes at Raffa are amazing, their management style and complete lack of compassion has frustrated me so much to the point that I will no longer be purchasing yoga or Urban Sweat packages. With COVID concerns, I took a break from attending Urban Sweat because I was uncomfortable squeezing into small spaces in the height of a pandemic. Because of this, I was running low on time to use my passes. They gave me a 6 month “extension” which I would absolutely expect, as they were closed for 6 months. When I asked if there was any way to extend the couple passes that
Jamiel Roberts
Jul 30, 2021
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The setup of this studio is beautiful and I have defiantly enjoyed the classes, the sauna and other amenities the studio has to offer, however this studio very clearly only cares about money. I feel that yoga should be accessible especially as a practice adopted by the western world. I wanted to sign up for a monthly unlimited subscription and its a whopping $130 and what crazier is you have to sign a contract for a full year. This makes it EXTREMELY unnaccesible for so many. Feels very classist.
Sarunas Vabalas
Feb 13, 2021
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There are many great yoga studios in Rhode Island and a lot of great teachers to choose from. I’ve been to many of them, and this one is definitely at the top of the list.
It’s a lot more than a yoga studio.
Atmosphere here is truly amazing throughout the building, it’s unique, and welcoming.
Whether you prefer a particular type of yoga or if you’re interested in exploring different styles they feature many highly skilled teachers, and have multiple rooms.
Urban sweat is a great place to relax, definitely a pleasant surprise the first time I’ve visited it.
They also make a variety
It’s a lot more than a yoga studio.
Atmosphere here is truly amazing throughout the building, it’s unique, and welcoming.
Whether you prefer a particular type of yoga or if you’re interested in exploring different styles they feature many highly skilled teachers, and have multiple rooms.
Urban sweat is a great place to relax, definitely a pleasant surprise the first time I’ve visited it.
They also make a variety
M. H.
Sep 13, 2020
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I can not recommend Raffa Yoga enough!! I first walked into Raffa in December 2018 to get a gift cert to Urban Sweat for my dad (I had heard of this unique service from another happy customer). As soon as I walked in the door I knew I was home. I immediately signed up for a 2 week trial membership and I never looked back. The staff is incredible, the ambiance is without compare. During quarantine, Raffa was hands down what I missed more than anything else. Following lockdown I have been to several classes in person and I ASSURE you that everything is impeccably cleaned (as it always was) and it
Meghan Amsden
Jun 11, 2019
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Raffa Yoga and Urban sweat created an incredible experience that I share with several of my friends and family. The staff helped me find exactly what I needed and I never felt out of place. The classes encouraged a new viewpoint on my life that gave me confidence and support in and out of the classes. I recently took a restorative yoga class with teacher Jessica Amsden. She inspires me to be myself and pursue my passions. Jessica taught me that there is more to yoga than poses. I look forward to every class I take at this establishment. Highly recommend.
