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What is hot yoga?

Hot yoga is simply yoga practiced in a heated room. The warmth helps accelerate many of the physical and mental benefits of yoga.

How does heat improve my yoga practice?

Practicing in heat can elevate your experience by increasing circulation, improving muscle elasticity, boosting focus, and enhancing your body’s ability to use oxygen and burn fuel efficiently. Heat enhances vasodilation, meaning your capillaries widen and allow more blood to flow to your muscles. This increased circulation delivers more oxygen and helps remove waste products like carbon dioxide and lactic acid. The warm muscles allow oxygen to detach from hemoglobin more easily. This means your muscles get more oxygen during hot yoga than they would in a cooler environment.

How does hot yoga affect energy and metabolism?

The heat speeds up the breakdown of glucose and fatty acids, helping your body use energy more efficiently during class.

Does heat make stretching safer?

Absolutely. Heat makes your muscles more elastic, flexible, and less prone to injury, allowing you to move more safely and deeply into postures.

How does hot yoga support mental strength?

The added challenge of heat strengthens focus, resilience, and mental fortitude. With consistent practice, you’ll feel more grounded both on and off the mat.

Is hot yoga good for heart health?

Completely! Hot yoga helps reduce heart irregularities associated with sudden exercise by warming the body and preparing it for movement.

Does hot yoga help burn fat?

Warmed muscles burn fat more easily than cold ones. During intense activity, the body releases fatty acids into the bloodstream. Hot muscles can use these efficiently, preventing them from settling in unwanted places (like artery walls).

Is hot yoga suitable for beginners or all body types?

Hot Yoga is for every BODY. All ages and levels are welcome. Just show up, breathe, and let the yoga do its work! We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Should I eat before hot yoga?

It’s best not to eat within 1–2 hours of class. If you need something closer to class, choose light options like fruit, yogurt, or juice. Save heavier meals for 2+ hours before you practice.

How should I hydrate before class?

Come well-hydrated. Drink plenty of water throughout the day. If you’re attending an early morning class,make sure to hydrate thoroughly the night before.

What should I bring to class?

We recommend bringing:

• Yoga mat (available to rent or purchase at the studio)

• Full-size towel (available for rent)

• Water bottle (free filtered water available for refills)

• Extra towel if you plan to shower afterward

What should I wear to hot yoga?

Be prepared to sweat in the clothes you wear. It’s best to wear clothes designed for sports activities and to avoid cotton or fabrics that become heavy when wet. Snug-fitting, modest, comfortable clothes that allow for movement while maintaining coverage are optimal.

• Women: Yoga shorts or crop pants, yoga bra or sports top

• Men: Snug-fitting or longer shorts

When should I arrive for class?

Please arrive 15–20 minutes early to get settled.
Doors are locked once class begins, there is no late entry permitted in order to maintain safety and the quality of the class.

Where can I park?

Parking is available:

• In the front lot

• Along Main Street and 9th Street

• In the Eastside Storage lot across the street (pick up a free Parking Pass from the studio)

Why does yoga etiquette matter?

Hot yoga challenges both the body and mind. Following studio etiquette helps create a calm, respectful environment where everyone can focus, build mental strength, and move beyond their comfort zones safely.

Can I leave the room during class?

Please stay in the room for the entire class whenever possible.
If you must leave for an emergency, exit and re-enter only between postures to avoid disruption.

What should I do between postures?

Practice stillness. Remaining still helps build mental discipline and prevents distractions for other students.

How can I respect others during class?

• Move quietly during poses and transitions.

• Keep your focus on your own practice, using the front mirror for alignment rather than comparison.

When can I drink water?

Drink water only during designated water breaks and between postures to maintain the flow and focus of the class.

Can I bring personal items into the studio?

No. Please leave items like cell phones, purses, and keys outside the yoga room. Only bring your mat, a towel, and a water bottle.

The studio remains locked during class, so your belongings are safe.

Is it okay to wear perfume or scented products?

Please avoid wearing strong perfumes or lotions to class. You may wash them off beforehand to keep the practice space comfortable for everyone.

What should new students know?

If you’re new, please arrive 15–20 minutes early for registration, orientation, and settling in before class begins.