Paula creates a real sense of community in her classes. Her instructions are clear her kind personality is infectious. She makes everyone feel welcome.”

“Paula has high expectations for her students, and it’s great because with her help you can reach them. Her fun and friendly manner makes class enjoyable and her skill at teaching the techniques keep it inspiring and enabling me to improve.”

“Out of all of the instructors I have come to experience, I have been most inspired by Paula. Her presence is both authoritative and soothing — a combination that most effectively guides one into an empowered state of mind.”

“Paula has a true gift when it comes to teaching the Baptiste practice of yoga. She empowers her students to challenge themselves both mentally and physically – and to become stronger and more confident about their own abilities in the process.”

“To be honest, I was not very interested in the whole “yoga” thing. It seemed to be way too trendy for my liking. However, I decided to give Dancing Mind a try and six weeks later, I haven’t missed a Tuesday or Thursday class yet.”

“I started yoga almost a year ago as a way to improve my mountain biking and rock-climbing, thinking of it more as ‘weight training.’ I had great results. Now I do yoga for itself and the help it does to my climbing and biking are just added benefits.”

“Paula, thank you again for your leadership and frankness, the take-no- prisoners and requiring people to be honest way of doing things is much appreciated and not something you see people pull off successfully. It is appreciated!”

“DM yoga practice has done amazing things for me physically—I didn’t think my middle-aged body could do half of what is now effortless. However, the totally amazing thing is what yoga has done for my head. Mentally and spiritually I am much better grounded, happier, and more alive. Thank you for introducing me to meditation!”

“I practiced at DM 2-5 times per week throughout the pregnancy. I believe that doing Yoga at DM has been a HUGE factor in why I have not had any morning sickness or any ill days throughout the last 9 months.”

“During 40 days Paula guided us through an amazing journey that opened up a space for me to feel more peace and joy in the present moments … on top of that, I was able to get in to great shape because of all of the extra yoga classes that I took during that time.”

“A year ago, I wasn’t able to find my peace of mind. One of my friends highly recommended trying to practice yoga. I did not know much about yoga at that time. That’s when I started looking for a good and clean yoga studio with nice people. Now I am one of the happiest people in whole world since I started practicing everyday at Dancing Mind Yoga. It changed my life both mentally and physically.”

“DM has helped me to stay present and just be. It has helped me to recognize when I am going into my story and to let go and follow my heart. There are no words that describe the cleansing that takes place both physically and mentally.”

“I love the classes at Dancing Mind – in the beginning I was intimidated because it is very challenging yoga, but I have learned from the teachers to accept where I am and to keep coming. Yoga class is now the highlight of my day and I feel so much stronger and have virtually no body aches and pains – pretty good for a 53-year old! DM is very friendly and welcoming, but also very well run and professional.”

“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Dancing Mind and Baptiste Yoga! I feel healthier, toned muscles I had forgotten about, and I feel like I shine! Paula – and all of the teachers at Dancing Mind – have so much joy and integrity in their work, they help each of us reach our best in yoga and in our lives. They are wonderful and I feel lucky to have found a place to become so healthy – in mind and body.”

“I started with DMY in July and it grounded me in ways I didn’t know something could. When I start to struggle in rowing races, I find my focus, breathe through the lactic acid build up and push through the difficulties. My flexibility and overall body awareness has not only improved my rowing and the way I feel, but also my general outlook on life.”

Great community! The Baptiste affiliate studio offers heated power yoga classes, various workshops and training programs, crossfit and cycling all under one roof. Private instruction available, life coaching and kids yoga classes also on offer. The studio has early and late hours, showers and a small marketplace to shop around. Staff is knowledgable and friendly. Free parking. First week is free so definitely check it out!

I've been to other yoga classes at other gyms. As an athlete and runner my main complaint was that they were too easy. At dancing mind they give you a kick butt workout but present modifications for the days you are not feeling so hot. It has a cool community feel, one that can be hard to find in this busy DMV area.

Just finished a Drop in WOD here at the Dancing Mind CrossFit Box! Anya was an awesome coach a very motivating and encouraging! Highly recommended and will tell friends who travel to this area to drop in!

Dancing Mind is Awesome. Paula you have created a great studio. Thanks for hosting the free New Years Eve class. Your staff went above and beyond. Thanks for creating a great community. The class tonight helped focus me for the new years. You are very blessed.

Today is my last day of my 30 day Groupon coupon at Dancing Mind and I can't believe how yoga has literally transformed my mind, body and soul. I feel amazing and am seriously considering taking the teacher/trainer certification class this fall. I just finished the awesome Yin Yoga class by Kelly Mullen which is a must to maintain flexibility, mobility and enhance your stamina as well as creating a calm, balanced, and contented mind. My other favorite classes and new addictions are Power Sculpt by May Onisko, Power Hour by Ronnie Goff and All Levels by Maggie Lively. I am now a member of DMY and looking forward to what the future may bring!

I started dancing mind last year after pregnancy and being put off by my body change and depressed overall, later to be determined as postpartum. Now, almost a year later I am down 2 dress sizes, but most importantly my overall attitude has changed. What I learn while on the mat reflects who I am off the mat. I could still use a little help with my road rage. Staff is great, instructors are great and studio (both old and new) are awesome. I have recommended to many friends who are now regulars.

Such a beautiful space, filled with an absolutely contagious energy, and centered around a truly warm, welcoming cOMmunity of yogis, cyclists, crossfitters, fitness nuts, and all-around wonderful folks from nearly every walk of life and experience/fitness level. THE place to go in the NoVa/DC area for finding TRUE authentic connection, empowerment, inspiration, possibility, and uplifting community!! As a recent area yogi transplant, I am beyond grateful to have found such an incredible yoga home <3 <3 #dmycc #dmyoga #yogafamily #whydmycc #dmempower #dmtransform #dmconnect #dmcommunity #teamdm #nova #dc #fallschurch #baptisteyoga

Best yoga studio ever!! Love the number of different classes offered and range of teachers. Being able to go to spin then power sculpt is a great combination that you can't get at other yoga studios. And the lavender scented towels at the end are amazing!!! Totally recommend!

DMY is The best yoga studio in town! I started practicing yoga a little over 2 years ago and could never have imagined how much it would transform my life! I was the girl who couldn't touch my toes, now I'm the Yogi doing advanced inversions! I stumbled across DMY because of a groupon & it was close to my work. The baptiste practice & DMY have a class for everyone & at every level. I'm sadly leaving the area, but feel so blessed to have found this community of friends and mentors. I practice almost everyday @ DMY....I will miss the studio! Especially yoga sculpt!!

Great community... A place to practice and exercise and learn and have fun. Studios with great lighting and space and comfortable lay out .

Love the new studio! Obsessed with yoga sculpt and excited to get into the spin classes. Wish I could get there everyday....but when I do go, it's always such a great workout and experience!

Go, for what it is. A strong, gym-y, yoga workout with a very light yoga philosophy/life coachy overlay. If you want the super fluffed up spiritual experience, DC offers lots of options, but none will work your ASSana like these guys. Choose your poison/passion/priority.

Love the scene at Dancing Mind! This has been my yoga studio, my retreat, my gym, my love - for 3 years running. Terrific people and an awesome, welcoming space. Check it out!

I love the addition of crossfit! I'm doing a 12-week health transformation, and I more weight resistance is part of my overall health!

Great place, awesome instructors, new&clean environment. I did their Yin Yoga workshop with Heather and fell in love with yoga...all over again! :)

I love this place! It has such an amazing energy and the staff is very welcoming.

Addicting...can't get enough! Thought I was going 1x week turns into any chance I get. Shout out to Mays- 11am Friday yoga sculpt!!!

I am a regular at dm! Honestly, as a founding member (remember the tiny studio upstairs?), i feel like we have expanded together :)

Amazing yoga/cycling/cross fit with teachers and coaches who want to help you reach your goals.

I am so glad I found DMY the first week we moved to the area. I'm hooked :)

Awesome community, inspiring instructors and a lot of heart.

Great community! Awesome studio! My home away from home!

I had my first experience with hot vinyasa yoga tonight...I feel amazing! I am going back tomorrow:)

Best hot yoga and yoga instructors in NoVa! Hands down.