Studios and Partners

In addition to practicing at local studios, your guide will show you to the best places to dine and visit during your stay.  Below is a list of places we highly recommend! 

Featured yoga studio

Yoga Salt

One of the most highly recommended studios by locals.  This studio features some of the most celebrated teachers around the globe.  Some of them have even graced the cover of Yoga Journal and hosted international teacher trainings.  This will definitely be a stop off the beaten path for retreat goers.

featured spa

Elysia Life Care

Started by yogis and owned by yogis, Elysia Life Care features a plethora of services including acupuncture and massage therapy.  We love the feel and ambiance of this place.  You will walk out feeling replenished and restored. 

featured Meditation Studio

Unplug Meditation

Located between Brentwood and Santa Monica, Unplug is home to the most famous meditation teachers in the world.  It also hosts a series of special events and workshops with international thought leaders.  You won't want to miss a stop into this space to get some zen.

featured restaurant

Cafe Gratitude

The place where Ali and Miles first met.  It features a host of healthy, locally sourced, organic, whole, vegan and vegetarian options.  The food tastes so good, you will wonder how it could be so healthy!

featured fitness studio

SoulCycle

Known for their innovative approach to leading spin, SoulCycle has multiple locations throughout the city with the most inspiring instructors.  You'll certainly break a sweat and leave feeling empowered after burning hundreds of calories in just 45min!

featured cafe

Groundworks

With locations scattered across the city, Groundworks is a local favorite.  It has some of the highest quality coffee with plenty of tea options as well.  You'll find a location right off of Rose which may be walking distance for those staying at our suggested hotel.

Featured activity

Float Lab

Immerse yourself in a body of salt water for up to one hour.  Participants are placed into a chamber without light or sound.  Locals have called it a meditative, healing experience where you feel as though you're returning to the womb.  A must try!

featured store

Toms

The flagship store exists right here on abbott kinney.  You can shop Toms merchandise while sipping on coffee + tea.  The store has wifi so you'll see tons of locals hanging out on their back patio enjoying the California sunshine.