Online yoga and Pilates class reviews

There's an online yoga or Pilates class out there for you, just as you are, and I'd love to help you find it.

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  • Reviewed by an RYT 200 certified yoga teacher

  • Every class tested on my own mat

  • YouTube channels and apps, both reviewed

Three steps to a class that fits you

There are so many online classes out there. Here's how I'll help you find yours, and keep going once you do.

  1. Step 1

    Read my honest reviews

    I practice with online yoga and Pilates platforms and tell you how they really feel.

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What to look for in an online teacher

Looking for a teacher who explains every move, gives you options and makes you look forward to your next class? Here's how to recognize one.

  • Guidance you can follow

    Clear cues, so you know what to do without staring at the screen.

  • Options for your body

    Props and modifications, so every pose can meet you where you are today.

  • A gentle place to begin

    A real starting point, not a 60-minute power flow on your first day.

  • Room to grow

    Enough styles, lengths and levels to keep you curious for months.

Learn each asana, one step at a time

Variations, props, common mistakes and how to do each asana well, explained by a yoga teacher.

  • Variations

    Gentler and stronger versions, so you can choose what feels right today.

  • Props

    How a block, strap or blanket can change an asana for your body.

  • Common mistakes

    What often goes wrong, and the small cues that fix it.

  • How to do it well

    Clear steps, with what you should feel and where.

Explore the asanas

Move gently, breathe deeply, and let your practice grow with you.

Questions people often ask

Short answers to what most people want to know before they start.

Is MatTested free to use?

Yes, everything here is free. Reviews, asana breakdowns and tools need no sign-up.

Who writes the reviews?

I write every review myself. I'm an RYT 200 certified yoga teacher, and I practice Pilates regularly, though I'm not a certified Pilates instructor.

Which platforms do you review?

The yoga and Pilates apps and YouTube channels I use for my own practice, both free and paid.

Is this site for beginners?

Yes, and for anyone coming back after a break. Every review says who a platform suits, including complete beginners.

What's in the asana library?

Each asana gets its own page: how to get into it, variations, how to use props to adjust it, and common mistakes to avoid.

What's in the newsletter?

A letter once a month with my thoughts on practice and moving your body, plus a short note on anything new on MatTested. You can unsubscribe any time.