Yes! This is a beginner yoga practice so it is designated for all levels- from first time yogi to seasoned practitioner. In the traditional hot yoga classes the sequence of postures is always the same, so after just a few classes you will begin to remember the sequence and will learn to tune into your breath. You will begin to feel the physical and mental benefits after just a few classes.

The 90 minute class is a traditional hot yoga practice that consists of 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises. Each posture is practiced twice and a 5 minute mini Nidra meditation finishes the class. In your savasana you will be greeted with a cool stone to place on your forehead, wrist, chest, or palm.

The 60 and 75 minute classes follow the same postures breathing exercises, however there is less teacher demonstration and explanation between postures. To create a 60 or 75 minute format, some postures are only practiced once instead of twice, and others are flowed together. A mini Nidra meditation finishes the class. In your savasana, you will be greeted with a cool stone to place on your forehead, wrist, chest, or palm.

Hot bodē. Cool mind.

Hot HIIT is a high intensity interval training class in a heated room based on Pilates principles.

Yin Nidra can be described as a deep stretching and restorative class. In the Yin part of class you will focus on opening up your hips and lower back with the use of your breath and gravity. The last 20 minutes is Nidra, which is a “yoga sleep” and guided relaxation and meditation  practice in savasana.

When class concludes you will be lying in Savasana (relaxation) on your back. Typically, a new yogi’s first reaction is to get get up and leave the room as soon as class has finished. But hold on. Savasana is when your body gets to recuperate and recover. The instructor will guide you through a mini nidra (meditation) and place a cold stone on your forehead. The longer you stay in savasana, the more your heart rate and breath returns to normal. It also helps to relieve stress and strain both mentally and physically and has incredible healing powers.

This is the most common misconception that prevents people from coming to a yoga class. Yoga is not about how flexible you are, but about strengthening your body and spine in all directions. All that matters is that you try the right way, go to your personal “edge” and you will get 100% of the benefit!

The room is intentionally heated to warm your muscles and allow you to work deeper and safer. The heat also heals, helps prevent injuries and promotes detoxing by sweating which flushes toxins from your body. Classes are heated to the below temperatures:

Traditional Hot Yoga – 102-105 degrees, 40% humidity

Hot bodē Flow – 95-100 degrees

Hot HIIT – 95 degrees

Yin Nidra – 85 degrees

In this syle of yoga (Bikram Yoga), the instructor leads class verbally and is there to watch you and give you verbal and/or hands on corrections. This style of yoga is unique in that the mind/body awareness and connection is made by looking at yourself in the mirror and learning through seeing yourself and feeling changes occuring in your body. It is often referred to ‘open eyed meditation’. It gives you a chance to inegrate what is happening into your body and to not be distracted by the instructor doing the postures with you.

No matter your level of fitness, you will find hot yoga very challenging. Each posture combines flexibility, strength and balance to work your whole body from your bones to your skin. With persistence, patience and dedication, you can lose inches and develop muscle tone and strength that might never come from other forms of exercise.

There are unlimited benefits to yoga. It reduces stress, increases blood circulation and improves strength and flexibility. A regular practice (at least three times a week) can reduce the symptoms of many chronic diseases (i.e. arthritis, diabetes and thyroid disorders). It also promotes relaxation.

Women should wear shorts or thin cotton leggings and leotard, jog bra or halter top. Men should wear shorts or bathing trunks. Since the room is heated, you will want to wear something that you feel comfortable sweating in.

Since you will be sweating during class, be sure to drink plenty of water before, during and after class. Including electrolytes in your hydration routine such as coconut water, watermelon juice or electrolyte supplements will make for a great class!

We recommend that you do not eat a full meal at least 2 hours before class. If you are hungry, however, we recommend a light snack such as a banana or energy bar.

We encourage you to bring your own mat. If you do not have one, you can rent one for $5 per visit. We also offer yearly mat storage for a fee at each of our studios.

You will also need a large towel to practice on and possibly one to shower with after class. We provide large yoga mat towels, shower towels, and hand towels for clients with our class cards or memberships (as well as first time Class Passers). Otherwise you may rent towels for $3 per visit.

Some people may need to rent more than one towel to make sure they leave their space dry when leaving class. Your fellow practitioners will be thankful.

Only you can judge what feels right for your body. A good balance is to do a mix of Hot Yoga, Hot HIIT, and Yin Nidra. This will give you a well rounded fitness routine. Remember to replenish your electrolytes and hydrate before and after class (juices, coconut water, electrolyte supplements, salt, potassium, etc).