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- Itzi BLos Angeles, CA89 contributionsLos Angeles is known worldwide for many things: the movie industry, beautiful if fake people, the sunshine, and the tendency for its citizens to hold unusual beliefs (beliefs such as the possibility that we may all be reincarnated alien beings or that radionic energy will move us to the next spiritual dimension.) LA may actually hold the title for most religions/philosophies/cults/awareness movements invented per square mile. One place you can learn about all of these important aspects of Los Angeles history is by taking a tour of the Peace Awareness Labyrinth and Gardens, currently owned by the Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness.
Let's start with sunshine. The Labyrinth is housed in the gardens of the Guasti Villa, an Italianate mansion built by Secondo Guasti in 1910. Mr. Guasti came from Italy and became wealthy as a winemaker, developing a huge vineyard in San Bernadino County. Mr. Guasti saw potential in the climate and built up a thriving business, surviving during Prohibition by selling communion and medicinal wine. This villa was his dream home; our tour guide told us that he brought in Italian craftsmen to create the wood carvings and murals. The MSA has done a wonderful job preserving this important testament to the American dream and stunning piece of Los Angeles history.
Now to Hollywood. The mansion was eventually sold to Busby Berkeley, who made fame and fortune in directing and choreographing dozens of movies featuring scantily-clad women creating geometric formations. Married six times, he lived in the villa with two of his wives. The villa was later sold again and used as a retirement home for doctors (some of which were likely plastic surgeons from nearby Beverly Hills; this was one fancy retirement home!) The building has also been used for locations in several TV shows, including Veep.
Finally, the spiritual dimension. The villa was purchased in the seventies by the Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness, an organization started by a Rosemead English teacher who reportedly came out of a coma realizing that he was a spiritual leader. (His picture is all over the place in the villa; search the internet if you want to know more.) The organization features a somewhat checkered past (but then, what religious or human institution doesn't have a somewhat checkered past?). The villa currently serves as a seminary of sorts and at times, guests can also buy lunch in the cafeteria if it's available.
Your first visit can be reserved on Yelp and will consist of a tour from one of the MSA members. The tours are free. Our tour guide was friendly and answered questions from the group; he did indeed push the MSA literature and events several times during the tour, so be prepared. He was nice about it though and very pleasant, sharing lots of historical details about the building itself and pointing out important architectural features. He invited us to meditate as long as we wanted in the meditation garden (hours are 12-4 pm.)
Highly recommended! Free parking included with the tour.Written August 31, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Alex BLos Angeles, CA3 contributionsMy boyfriend and I had an absolute blast water marbling our scarves. We signed up for this class as part of a day trip to San Pedro and it was the perfect way to do something fun and different while being creative. Patty is an amazing teacher. She's patient, warm, thoughtful and works with you every step of the way to ensure you're leaving with a good product and a positive experience. I would recommend this for date night, something fun for visitors, or even with a group of friends to do something a little different. I really can't express how much of a delight this was. I also think it's great for all ages! A real gem of an experience.Written November 30, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BackOnTheBeachCape Cod, MA4 contributionsHome invasions and break-ins are happening in our Sherman Oaks area neighborhood roughly 3 times a week. It’s only getting worse and I do not want my family to be a victim to these criminals. I’ve been target shooting for years but knew to be fully effective and prepared, I needed real situation training. The drills, courses, methods of moving and accessing your gun under simulated situations taught at American Defense Enterprises offers exactly what I’m looking for to elevate my skills and protect my home and family. Don’t be a victim, be prepared. Their group classes are a fantastic starting point. Don’t just taken one, take several so if and when the time comes to defend your loved ones, you will be fully capable and most importantly, effective and safe. Taking their courses was one of the best investments you can make.Written December 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ryan NellLondon, UK11 contributionsI loved my time at Unplug, as a student in the gorgeous meditation classes, sound baths, breathwork - all led by incredible teachers at the top of their game - and also as a meditation teacher trainee myself under the wonderful and masterful guidance of Davidji and Suze Yalof Schwartz. If I could give it 10 stars I would!!Written February 21, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- skinners929San Clemente, CA1 contributionWhat an amazing time!!! Michael is awesome! Took my niece and nephew and it was a great time and helped us channel our inner artist! Would definitely do it again!Written May 17, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DownforceFanCalifornia7 contributionsMy Wife and I attended Learn About Wine's Top 20 Wines of 2012 class at Josie restaurant in Santa Monica. We had a fantastic time. We have attended other Learn About Wine classes with host Ian Blackburn over the past few years and love the format and variety of events he hosts. If you love wine already or want to learn more about it, this is a great way to do it.
The classes generally involve sitting at a table and tasting a bunch of different wines based on the theme of the class you are attending. Ian discusses each wine and educates you about all kinds of different aspects of wine and the wine world as you go. Ian is about the most knowledgeable wine pro you'll meet, and funny and approachable. No snobbery here. Bring some friends and a good attitude and you will have a great time.
They do classes for here for the most novice of novices all the way up to people thinking about jumping into the wine game. One of our favorite classes is Palate Builder, where you get to blind taste groups of wines and try to distinguish between them. We're terrible at it, but it is always fun and hilarious.
We highly recommend Learn About Wine for anyone who would like to drink some wine, have some fun, and learn something in the process.Written July 6, 2013This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AkinaLos Angeles, CA1 contributionNadia is really passionate about dancing and teaching. It shows. She is very easy to talk to and explains well. Her lessons are a lot of fun. Salsa classes are the best! Its 1 hour long so I've learned a lot in that time.Written December 17, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Heather KPrague, Czech Republic13 contributionsWe did a private graffiti workshop with Leaf for my fiancé's 30th birthday. It was a good experience and was cool to learn how to build up one piece from nothing. I would recommend this to people who are interested in doing it themselves or to families too as it's a quick, interactive experience. I wish we had been able to do it outdoors somewhere ideally but it was a good experience overall. I wish they had acknowledged my fiancé's birthday since it was a big one and he was the reason for us seeking out this experience but I think it was a really cool, unique thing to do and I'd recommend it to others.Written July 20, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- mildflowerLos Angeles, CA16 contributionsThis is a great place for any level
photographer, young or old. There are long and short term lessons, a week long workshop would be a great travel option. Check the calendar for free gallery openings. So much fun. Lectures by famous photographers.Written September 27, 2014This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - thekaydixonLos Angeles, CA2 contributionsOMG, Vixen is amazing! So far, I have taken two classes from her and they have both been spiritual enlightening experiences. The first time that I put on a corset, it changed my life. Every woman should wear one - seriously! Ms. DeVille's alter ego photo shoot and body enhancing class makes you feel beautiful and allows you to embrace the FULLNESS of your femininity.Written September 5, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- eyemluckyLos Angeles, CA233 contributionsThe Shambhala Center is a great place to meditate, they have free instruction, many classes, it is beautifully decorated and have great food for their events.Written November 28, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
