iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%97+25.3Value 15%87+13.2Experts Score= 97Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#33 of 101 wellness servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 68%
5.0★★★★★70 Google reviews · 10 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate The Yoga Shala five out of five stars based on seventy reviews, with the owner responding to forty-four percent of them. Customers frequently cite affordable pricing, a welcoming community, and instructors who provide modifications for various skill levels and injuries. The studio is noted for its spiritual approach to Dharma Yoga, candlelight classes, and a relaxed atmosphere that encourages students to progress in their practice without negative feedback identified in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 70 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 70 Google reviews (63 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 44% of reviews.
Most recent review: May 7, 2026.
Service: Wellness Service serving Orem, Utah.
Data from Google, last updated November 6, 2026.
Score profile vs other wellness services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: value.
The Yoga ShalaWellness Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Yoga Shala: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
99
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Yoga Shala: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
97
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.The Yoga Shala: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Yoga Shala: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
87
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Yoga Shala: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 50.–
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Star ratings
70 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars70100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 63 written reviews
97%praise
Praise3497%
Complaints13%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price267%
Reasonable133%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Staff & attitude1440%
Price & value720%
Quality & results617%
Would recommend617%
Speed & response13%
Honesty & trust13%
What customers talk about
We read 63 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“They are both very compassionate and skilled instructors and yogis.”
“The prices are very affordable and the location is great.”
“Jai does an awesome job of fostering an encouraging space to try new things without feeling embarrassed.”
“I've been attending classes here for 5+ years and I recommend attending and supporting this business whole-heartedly.”
“Their free Sunday class is an incredibly generous offering for the community, but it fills up fast especially in colder months.”
“They offer modifications and variations for all levels, and are some of the most genuine and kind people you’ll meet.”
People customers mention
Kim7 reviews
Jai5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
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JJessamyn5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
I've been attending classes here for 5+ years and I recommend attending and supporting this business whole-heartedly. They have the best prices and a flexible, individualized approach to their yoga practice.
They are great!
Great priceGroup lessons
SShayneLocal Guide · 210 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★
The teachers here are really great. Dharma Yoga is perhaps more gentle than say a harder hot room vinyasa flow, but I feel Dharma Yoga's asanas and flow can be challenging, deep and rewarding practice.
Great pricePrivate lessonsGroup lessons
MMaceyLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★
I loved this class! I don’t live in Utah but I’ll be visiting this studio any time I make a trip out from now on
TTara5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★
Joe is such an awesome teacher, I love coming to his class! He makes class more fun than other yoga classes I’ve been to. I love that he gives examples of how to modify the poses for different skill levels and even if you have an injury.
Group lessons
MmikeLocal Guide · 40 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Best yoga I've been to hands down. Jai is my favorite instructor. Great yoga mixed in with just enough dad jokes.
JJoshuaLocal Guide · 38 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★
Nice yoga studio. The price is right, I love the little sound bath they do at the end, nice community members, good instructors, not crowded at all (although I’m not sure why this is, it should be way busier!), love the candle light yoga vibes @ the 9:15 pm classes!
I've been attending classes here for 5+ years and I recommend attending and supporting this business whole-heartedly. They have the best prices and a flexible, individualized approach to their yoga practice.
They are great!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Group lessons
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
🙏🏼❤️😄 Thank you Jessamyn. We’re so happy you practice with us.
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Shayne FisherLocal Guide · 210 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Shayne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The teachers here are really great. Dharma Yoga is perhaps more gentle than say a harder hot room vinyasa flow, but I feel Dharma Yoga's asanas and flow can be challenging, deep and rewarding practice.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Private lessons, Group lessons
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Macey BellLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Macey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Joe is such an awesome teacher, I love coming to his class! He makes class more fun than other yoga classes I’ve been to. I love that he gives examples of how to modify the poses for different skill levels and even if you have an injury.
Services: Group lessons
Response from the owner · 11 months ago
Thank you! 🙏🏼😊
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mike gerardLocal Guide · 40 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Nice yoga studio. The price is right, I love the little sound bath they do at the end, nice community members, good instructors, not crowded at all (although I’m not sure why this is, it should be way busier!), love the candle light yoga vibes @ the 9:15 pm classes!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you Josh, we’re so happy you’re enjoying our wonderful yoga classes! 🙏🏼❤️
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Alia Herrod5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This studios is great. Jai is an amazing yoga teacher. I have been practicing yoga for over 14 years and consider Jai my most influential yoga teacher. He makes yoga practice fun. His jokes lighten up the mood, and even though he makes similar jokes every time, we are always chuckling. His yoga practices are more on a spiritual side. You don't even notice how u learn Sanskrit names of the poses and simple chants at the beginning and the end start to make sense. I aways look forward to savasana. He makes time for it (I am glad it's never too short), guides you into the state of relaxation, slowing down your mind. The cherry on top is a sound bath at the end and pranayama exercises after savasana. He gives to the community so much. In the summer he offers free Sunday dharma yoga practice on Sundays up the Provo canyon at Timpanogos park which is usually attended by close to a hundred people coming from as far as Salt Lake, and Park City. Dogs, kids, significant others are a usual sight at the park yoga. I recommend Jai to anyone of any level. He always gives options for each pose and encourages you to go at your own pace and level. Thank you, Jai and Yoga Shala! 😊
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you 🙏🏼😊❤️ Alia.
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Bre Smith4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Bre has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I’ve been practicing yoga for about 20 years, exploring countless instructors and styles, and I can confidently say that Yoga Shala is my favorite place to bend. I first came here about 10 years ago for their free community class, and ever since, this studio has felt like home.
They specialize in Dharma Yoga, and whether it’s the style itself or just the way they teach it here, I’ve never experienced yoga in a place that felt so personalized and adaptable. Every class is truly what you make of it. If I want gentle, restorative movement, that’s exactly what I get. If I’m feeling strong and playful, I can follow progressions all the way into contortionist circus tricks (or at least try!). They always start with the most basic version of a pose, then let you choose how far to take it.
More than any other studio I’ve practiced at, Yoga Shala embodies a true “come as you are” philosophy. Many people worry about starting yoga because they think they’ll feel watched or judged. I’ve definitely been to studios where that was the case. But here, the vibe is incredibly welcoming and chill. You can try, fail, watch, modify, and truly make the practice your own. It’s a perfect blend of tradition (Sanskrit, chanting, breathwork) and playfulness, with plenty of humor thrown in.
I’ve never felt stagnant in my practice here. Other studios have started to feel repetitive over time, but at Yoga Shala, there’s always room to explore, progress, and have fun. If I try a modification at another studio, I sometimes get tsk’d for it - but here, it’s encouraged!
Their free Sunday class is an incredibly generous offering for the community, but it fills up fast especially in colder months. In the summer, they take it outdoors to Timpanogos Park, which is absolutely magical. You can also enjoy smaller classes all week with a punch card or pass, and I was blown away by their pricing. I even got HALF off for signing my kid up for karate!
This isn’t just my favorite yoga studio, it’s the best-value studio I’ve found anywhere. Yoga Shala is truly something special, and I can’t recommend it enough!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you Amber! We’re so happy you’re loving the classes here.
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MelissaLocal Guide · 11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Melissa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
If you want the most welcoming, loving, fun but yet peaceful yoga experience come here! Joe and Kim are such amazing wonderful teachers. Such a positive atmosphere every time! My family and I are so grateful to be apart of such a great community here for almost 10 years now. Much love ❤️
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you Melissa! We love having all of you practicing with us.
