Down Under School of Yoga - Harvard Square

I’ve been practicing at Down Under Yoga in Harvard Square for a few years now, and it’s been such a consistent, grounding part of my routine. The studio has a warm, welcoming vibe, and the teachers are not only knowledgeable but genuinely kind. There’s a wide range of classes—from energizing flows to slow, restorative sessions—so it’s easy to find something that fits how you’re feeling on any given day. Whether you’re brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, the space feels inclusive and supportive. One of the things I love most is the community—it’s low-key but really connected. Plus, the location is super convenient, and having Life Alive right next door is a bonus when you want something nourishing after class. Over the years, I’ve also tried some of their workshops and always found them thoughtful and well-led. If you’re curious, the Newcomer Pass is a great way to explore the studio. It’s a place that really grows with you.

After living in Cambridge for over a year, I was walking around Harvard Square looking for some place new to get me back into working out. I had tried other places but Down Under really stuck with me. The teachers here are one of a kind. Aside from the fact that they are some of the most knowledgable yoga instructors I have ever come across, they are also incredibly kind and thoughtful. They truly do care about you and will make a connection with you. I adore coming to this studio and have not been able to stop coming since I first walked in. They also have a good number of locations so if I am in a different part of town I can still check out another studio to get some yoga in. It was a great place for a beginner like me and has been great for me as I have gotten more experienced. Also the fact that it has a great cafe in the same building adds to the healthy ambiance. Getting a smoothie after doing some yoga makes me feel so good (even when I go and ruin that later in the day :)

From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with a wave of warmth from the team—it truly feels like a second home. The lower level studio space feels like a vibrant, energizing den. The mood lighting is EVERYTHING—soft, inviting, and somehow both calming and invigorating at the same time. It's the perfect environment to sink into your practice or even stay a while after class to soak up the serene yet productive energy. The space is beautiful and well thought-out, and the community vibe is truly unmatched. It'll be hard for me to stay away!

I've been loving taking classes at the Harvard location of Down Under Yoga - the teachers are engaging and attentive, and it's a great way to unwind on my way home from work! Could not recommend this studio enough.

I am from out of town. I am 50 yrs old and very fit. I typically do yoga 6 days a week. I was by far the oldest person in my class. It was the 1030 vinyasa on Fridays. The young gentleman who taught the class was judgey and critical of many of us. While doing a questionable balance of our tailbone on a block, I modified and adjusted my legs to protect my back. He scolded me in front of the whole class. He told me the class is not about me feeling good but it was instead about the group experience. He made me feel angry and disappointed instead of feeling peace and connection. I wholeheartedly disagree with this instructors approach to yoga. If I subscribed to that thinking, I would have been injured long ago and likely no longer practicing yoga. I really hope that someone can speak to this gentleman and explain that everyone’s bodies are different from each other and that it is extremely important to listen to your body so you do not get injured. When you do a class of course you should be respectful of the group but you should be permitted to modify to taylor your workout to your individual limitations. I will not be attending this instructors class in the future. I sincerely hope he does not cause anyone to hurt themselves. His instruction was not worth the risk of injury. I am in great shape because I listen to my body. Not because I follow every teachers instruction to the T.

the down under studio in harvard square has such a special vibe! it's one of my absolute favorite yoga studios around the boston area. the managers are so friendly and warm, and both studio spaces are wonderful to practice in! and it doesn't hurt that i can get a life alive smoothie right after class as a treat :)

I love visiting Down Under’s Harvard studio. The classes are challenging and restorative, and the space is great. The variety of classes and instructors at this location make it easy to mix it up and practice with new faces.

I visited the studio this past Sunday for the Inferno Hot Pilates and had a great time. The studios were spacious and the staff answered all of my questions promptly. I would definitely return for another class.

I was really excited to check out Down Under School of Yoga for a Heated Flow class, especially after trying Flow (Infrared Heat) at Hotbox in Southie. When you arrive, note that the yoga studio is located in the same building as Life Alive, a health restaurant. Personal preference, I enjoyed the class at Hotbox much more. This class seemed to be a bit more advanced, with a focus on breathing and technique. Most people knew the names of the poses offhand and didn't look up at the instructor as much. The room itself was a bit cramped and I accidentally touched the feet of the person behind and beside me. That being said, I enjoyed the experience of hot yoga and left feeling refreshed. Be sure to bring your own yoga mat, as they require you to rent them otherwise (seems odd to me, as the classes are already quite expensive and the rental mats were of low quality). I'd recommend for those with more yoga experience, but I don't think I would personally return.

Wow, their yoga class was so intense! Make sure you read the class description, so you know what you're getting yourself into. Here are a couple of things to be aware of: The facility is clean and is downstairs of Live Alive, but the space is small. It can get packed pretty easily with people leaving and coming in for class. There's not a lot of space to store your stuff. They have a shower facility, but make sure to ask the receptionist from Down Under, not Live Alive employees, for the code because Live Alive wouldn't have any idea.

Down Under in Harvard Square is a beautiful space with 2 modern studios. While there is a wide variety of classes to choose from, I personally love the hot yoga flows and Pilates offered here. Make sure to grab a smoothie from Life Alive after class ;)