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Forest studio
24 classes in the next two weeks with 7 facilitators, taught in English.
24 classes this weekPlus workshops and retreats
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The feel
Compared with the rest of Sydney, Forest studio leans toward Yoga 2.3× and Mat Pilates 1.5×.
How Forest studio feelsStyles, energy and times, against the rest of SydneyWho leads here
Irene Yuen16 classes in two weeksEffie Shi12 classes in two weeksSherry Bao8 classes in two weeksJulia Li5 classes in two weeksCindy Yee4 classes in two weeksJing Qian2 classes in two weeks
All 7 facilitatorsPrices and booking
Each class links straight to Forest studio’s own booking page, so the full price goes to the studio and its facilitators.
Prices, memberships and good to knowHow to book, what to bring, getting thereAbout Forest studio
Forest studio sits on the first level of 202 Forest Road in Hurstville, a short trip from the centre of Sydney. It is a studio where yoga leads the timetable, alongside a steady run of Pilates, and where many classes are taught in English while others are taught in Mandarin. Most of the practice happens in the morning and evening, which suits people who want to fit movement around work.
It suits you if
- you want yoga taught in English
- you prefer early morning or evening practice
- you are starting Pilates or yoga for the first time
At a glance
24classes this week
7facilitators
Read more about Forest studioYoga and Pilates at the studio, When classes run, Who leads the classes
Yoga and Pilates at the studio
Yoga is the main practice here, and about half of the classes are yoga. Yoga Essential, Yoga flow and Yin Yoga are taught in English, each around an hour long. Yin is a slower style with longer holds, and it sits alongside a few restorative classes that focus on rest and calm. Vinyasa and Ashtanga appear less often, so they are a good choice if you already know what you enjoy.
Pilates is the second strand. Mat Pilates and themed mat sessions run for about fifty minutes, and there are Reformer and Chair Pilates classes, including small groups of two or a few people. Core and pelvic floor classes sit within this strand for people who want targeted work.
When classes run
The studio's first class is at 7am, and more than half of its classes fall in the morning. The busiest start times are 7am and 7pm, and Monday, Wednesday and Friday are the days when the timetable is fullest. Around a fifth of classes run at weekends, so weekend mornings are also an option.
About a third of classes are in the evening, with the latest start at 8:15pm. Midday classes are fewer, with a busy start around 11:40am and 1pm. Most classes last an hour, and a few Pilates sessions are fifty minutes.
Who leads the classes
Forest studio has about ten facilitators. Irene Yuen, Effie Shi, Sherry Bao, Julia Li, Cindy Yee, Jing Qian and Cathy Chan lead the largest number of classes. Because the studio teaches in both English and Mandarin, you can find a facilitator whose teaching suits the language you prefer.
Forest studio: questions and answers
Are there classes in English?
Nearly all classes at Forest studio are taught in English, and there are also classes taught in Mandarin. Many of the English classes are yoga, including Yoga Essential, Yoga flow and Yin Yoga, each around an hour long.
When do most people practice at Forest studio?
Forest studio starts classes early, with the first one at 7am, and more than half of its classes fall in the morning. Evening classes are also common, about a third of the week, and the busiest start times are 7pm and 7am. Many people practice before work or after the day ends.
Is Forest studio good for beginners?
Yes. The classes include a first class ever category, and the studio offers Yoga Essential, a gentle yin session, and beginner Latin Dance for adults. Yin and restorative classes are slower, and Mat Pilates and Reformer or Chair Pilates work well for building core strength at a steady pace.
Where is Forest studio and what does it offer?
Forest studio is in Hurstville, at 202 Forest Road, Level 1, in Sydney. The studio runs dozens of classes across a handful of formats, with yoga making up about half of the timetable and Pilates about one in ten.
What kinds of classes can I take?
Forest studio teaches yoga, Pilates, dance and Zumba. Pilates includes Reformer and Chair Pilates, mat Pilates and core and pelvic floor work, with some small group sessions of two people or a few more. Yoga styles include Yoga Essential, Yoga flow, Yin Yoga, Vinyasa and Ashtanga.