September 8, 2009

New York Center for Iridology New York

Who knew eyes could indicate tired spleens, sluggish lymphatic systems, and states of internal distress? Iridologist Judy Vedder “reads” irises (every area of the eye corresponds to a body part) and identifies potential trouble spots. A little wacky and totally neat.

  Downtown, Beauty

January 7, 2009

The YinOva Center New York

Take your pins and needles from acupuncturist Jill Blakeway, the genial Brit, Chinese herbalist, and wellness expert behind homey YinOva Center for alternative health care. Fertility is her specialty (go make some babies!), but she’ll also treat what ails you (migraines, menstrual cramps, menopause) or give you a perfectly mellow tune-up.

  Village, Beauty, Detox, Lady Business

October 3, 2008

Exhale Mind Body Spa New York

 Fun one-hour core fusion and energy flow classes aim to make you sweat.

  Manhattan, Beauty, Break a Sweat, Relax

October 3, 2008

Exhale Mind Body Spa New York

Fun one-hour core fusion and energy flow classes aim to make you sweat.

  Manhattan, Beauty, Break a Sweat, Good Clean Fun

July 7, 2008

Choyge International Zen Center New York

A safe haven for chanting, bowing, and meditating led by freakishly relaxed Zen masters. One-day sitting intensives and retreats for you and your Buddha belly.

  Downtown, Beauty, Dharma, Retreat

July 7, 2008

Three Jewels Community Center New York

Charming community center is a treasured find for pay-as-you wish yoga, Dharma teachings, Zen counseling, and morning meditation.

  Downtown, Beauty, Buddhists, Dalai Lama Alert

June 12, 2008

The Well New York

Dark, elegant, 1930s-style core fitness studio (in the spirit of Joseph Pilates) run by a Juilliard-trained instructor fixed on your alignment. Mat classes, ballet, and yoga instruction are open to all levels.

  Williamsburg, Beauty, Hipster