Lovely studio with the nicest of professional staff. "BeHot," is spot-on. Nothing but Yogi's & Yogini's and we all know they are beautiful inside & out read more

This was the class description -- "Vinyasa yoga class that is energetic and challenging, but accessible to all levels. A rigorous pace and strong workout that will invigorate your body and test your will". It was not rigorous, energetic or one bit challenging. This was a beginners class in a warm room. I barely sweat and was bored. I would not recommend to an advanced yogi. read more

I'm going to start off by saying I do enjoy some of the classes. The instructors are nice. I have an issue with the website. When booking classes, you select your class then it asks you to login. You assume you're booked, right? No, after you login you need to go back to the booking page and book the class again. The staff know about this issue already the website's been the same for at least a few months. I had another website issue where I still had 4 classes left but it said my account had 0 classes left. I had to call to get that fixed but when I asked what happened there was no explanation. If someone was very forgetful they could be deceived into buying more classes. I got an email titled: Whoa. This is embarassing. Your 10 Class Card Has Only 3 Visits Left I understand wanting to give customers a heads up their classes are going to end soon. That being said, trying to make people feel embarrassed for not having at least 3 classes at all times is a bit distasteful. Why can't I buy more when it's finished? That's not what yoga is about. read more

The thing I love about BeHot Yoga is definitely the variety. Not only do they offer a bunch of different classes ranging from Vinyasa, Original Hot Yoga, Pilates/HIIT, and then everything in between. There's classes with music to guide the practice and those without. Then there's all the different instructors who bring their own flair to each class and I honestly love this. This is the part that can't be replicated. The quality of the classes is great. Instructors, even with larger classes, will have an eye out and verbally guide you to correct poses. My ultimate recommendation is to try a different class each time to see what works best for you and aligns with your fitness goals. The main hot yoga room is actually quite hot and you need to ensure that you're hydrated before, during and after class. This is not for the faint of heart but you'll feel reborn afterwards. I am not flexible by any means, but I find that the heat gives me a better workout and allows me to extend/be more flexible. In terms of supplies, there are mats and towels to rent, but if you're in it for the long haul you'll need a yoga mat, long towel to place on your mat, small towel to mop up all that sweat and a water bottle. You can clean and hang your mat in the back to dry after a class near the woman's change room. In terms of attire, I usually wear yoga pants and a light top but the majority opt for shorts and sports bras (for women) because of how hot it is. Feel free to wear what you're comfortable with. You can always lay in Shavasana if it gets to be too much. There is a change room for each gender, toilets and showers. Small valuables can be placed in teeny tiny lockers big enough to fit your phone and wallet (they provide keys). There's a communal area to hang your jackets and shoe racks for shoes. If you're looking to work off some pandemic pounds or just trying to be healthier, then definitely try them out. I used the $75 for 5 classes intro offer for new customers (caveat: expires in a month so be sure to use it) and will definitely be coming back! read more

I found this studio on classpass as I was looking for a hot Pilates class near me. I have been to a few different hot Pilates classes in the city. But this was the worst one. Most studios will give you a mat and towel for free for the first class. Here it was $2 each for one Mat and a towel. They also didn't have any face towels those were for rental as well. When doing hot Pilates face towels should be complimentary. So that was already a bad start. Then the class itself was in a very small room and for myself I did not like that set up. Also, if you are more of a dark room Pilates person this was not it. The room was super light and sunny which is also not what I prefer. The class itself was somewhat challenging but to be honest I did not care for the class/the exercises. The room was so small that the instructor doesn't even have the front space to teach. If you are looking for a hot Pilates studio I'd recommend jaybird or even the sweat and tonic classes over this studio. Definitely won't be returning. read more

This is definitely my fav place for hot yoga in Toronto as its as hot as possible so when you leave you are sOOOOOOOO loose and comfortable and you lose about 4 lbs for sure. And the really nice thing is that the location is so amazing you can join girlfriends for touristy things or a quick lunch or just sightseeing afterwards ! Thank you BeHot !!!!! U r the best! read more

Lovely studio. Very welcoming. Flow was not incredibly challenging but I still got a lot out of it.

The studio space and ambiance is great. The front desk and teachers all seemed lovely. But- they claimed they teach "traditional" hot yoga. - not really sure what that means. After all they are still teaching BIKRAM and his full system yet not once is that stated on Their website. They could do much better teaching a different sequence for hot yoga. Or at least don't hide the fact that you teach bikram. read more

Just moved back in the area and figured I would check out a new yoga studio and I am so glad I did!! After 2 years out of the game I decided a heated vinyasa 75 min class would be a great start.. boy it was HOT! The instructor was fantastic music selection was so good and I would easily say that it was my favourite class to date.. can't wait to return!! read more

I like everything about BeHot Yoga Toronto (formerly Bikram Yoga Centre) from the overall friendly, sense of community atmosphere, to the way teachers instruct, and the location itself. Easily accessible, tucked away downtown on Colborne Street in a great neighbourhood (St. Lawrence). The studio in general feels warm and is very clean. It is popular with women and men of all ages, shapes/sizes, and skill levels; there are many regular practitioners (who may want to keep it a secret). New students are always welcomed into the environment. The practice room is a sizeable room that is more long and narrow. It's clean and doesn't smell. Floor is a smooth, laminate type surface. Fits about 4 rows of mats. In a busy class it's normal to have 40-50 people. Markers on the floor should be followed for mat placement, as the class WILL fill up. When you practice regularly, you learn to get over a lot of things including the tight fit of people. It can make for good energy, so there is an upside. I have never felt too impeded (other than for full locust/"airplane") or that my practice did not flow. Everyone spreads out in a less populated class. The heat and humidity are consistent and the more bodies in the room, the hotter it gets. The fan is turned on at regular intervals. I always go well hydrated and never underestimate the need to be and to bring enough water. Again, it does not smell bad in the room unless you end up near someone with bad BO or other issues. People are generally pretty good with hygiene and not wearing strong scents. As for instruction, there is not so much constant "drill sergeant" delivery that Bikram Yoga is known for. To me it's the right amount of firmness with positive encouragement and usually some levity thrown in. All are encouraged to do their best and take breaks when necessary. Teachers are proficient and follow the standard "dialogue" but often will provide additional guidance and sometimes even brief philosophy (and occasionally at the end of some of his classes, Paul will sing--it's nice). The additional information is beneficial and can be insightful. When you are really listening and focusing you can truly be in a meditative state; just being in the postures, improving them and your overall well-being. Hands-on adjustments don't normally happen but occasionally they do here. Teachers are consistently helpful to everyone. You are still more likely to be verbally guided to make the adjustments yourself and that is why listening is strongly emphasized (we all hear but listening is a skill). All in all this is a great studio with a positive vibe from the people to the location. Whether you are new or have an established practice, if you have access, go! Other: You can rent a mat and towels for a couple of dollars each and purchase water & coconut water. Sign-in is by scanning a card that you are given when you join. Shoe racks & a coat closet inside the entrance. Down the hallway are the change rooms for men (first) and women (far end). No full size lockers but there are small phone/wallet lockers (no fee) in the hallway. For the women's change room you have to go through the yoga mat cleaning and drying racks area. It doesn't smell bad as it gets cleaned and aired out. The floor gets wet between classes because of the mats, which is a challenge for any studio in my experience. The women's change room is bright and clean. Given the space limitations (historical building) it's not a bad size. It can feel cramped but there is enough room to change and people are mostly courteous. There are: many cubbies & hooks, some benches; 3 sinks (one for the water filter); 2 toilet stalls; & 3 separate showers with good water pressure & liquid soap. There can be a long line up for the showers but most people respect the shower quickly decorum. See website http://behotyogatoronto.com/ & http://instagram.com/behotyogatoronto, FB. Additional info., intended to be helpful: If you're new to this type of yoga, read the FAQ, etiquette & elsewhere on the Web. Etiquette: be on time in the practice room, class starts promptly. Silence in the practice room & quiet when placing your mat etc. Postures: accessible to everyone; it's not about being flexible. Follow the cues, do your best. Heat: it will take time to adapt. Do what you can do on any given day. Hydration: advice is 2 L during the day. Bring at least a 1 L into the room. Eating: allow 3 hrs between a meal & class. Guaranteed discomfort with a full stomach. Clothing: don't wear cotton as it acts like a weight; long pants not recommended. Here women wear bra top or tank top with shorts or crops; men generally go shirtless & wear longer shorts (nothing on display, please). Try at least 4-5 classes taken not too far apart and try different instructors (they are all great at BYT) before deciding if it's for you or not. Eventually you will start experiencing the MANY benefits, which can be different for everyone but are all great!! read more

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Been going here for about a year and this place is great. BeHot has some of the best teachers in the city! I tend to stick to a regular schedule so haven't had all of their teachers before, but Jaimee Horn, Elaine Clark, Gloria Di Santo, Rory Bray, Olivia Spraljia, Olivia Holland, Emilie O'Brien, Emily Sann... only a small chunk of really great teachers! Never taken a Bikram class so can't comment on that, but their Vinyasa and Inferno Hot Pilates classes are fantastic. You'll even see a lot of their teachers taking other classes there, which is always a good sign! Each one has a different teaching style, so you're sure to find a class that works for you. A studio is not at fault because you didn't necessarily like one teacher's style. Classes are also super accommodating to people of all skill levels, injuries or other concerns. They always encourage resting and listening to your own body (no one has ever told me to leave class if I want a rest). And if you have time in your day for a 75 minute class, you'll get an even better balance of breathing, flowing, stretching and rest. Yes it is small, and yes it is busy - but that is because it has a large following of devoted yogis who really love it! You get over the space issue pretty quickly because the classes are so great, and the teachers know how to cue you into poses that don't involve much movement beyond your mat. Plus the vibe is always great when you're surrounded by people really enjoying the class. One of the best things about this studio is having people from every walk of life. It's not restricted to yogi hippies, or straight-laced businesspeople, or anyone else. You can find yourself on the mat next to people of every gender and age. I went to a bigger yoga studio chain for a couple of years religiously, and none of the staff or teachers ever really cared to learn names. At BeHot, a lot of the teachers tend to work with the desk staff and get to know who you are, and help you with your own practice. You become more of a student and less of just a face in the crowd. If you're in it for free lemongrass tea, big lockers and a sauna to sit in, you're better off somewhere else. If you're interested in building a stronger practice with talented people who care in a really positive space, then this studio would be great for you. Think of it more as a yoga boutique! read more

The instructors at this studio are by far the best trained instructors I have ever practiced with in Toronto. They are so well trained, and walk you through each and every second of every posture. It REALLY helps to stay focused and concentrate when they touch base on every component in the posture. I've been hopping studios for a while and will def stick to this one. The weekday classes past 5/6pm and on the weekends get extremely busy so if you're not ready to share space with someone right next to you, practice at another time. The studio gets congested but a great community with an awesome vibe. I really LOVE this place read more

This place is great and the instructors are all long-tenured and top notch. You can really tell they are ultra selective of who they employ. I've had chronic shoulder pain for over a year, and just three weeks in its now gone! Only issue is the price: it's almost doubled from what it was 6-7 years ago, and with the monthly fee of almost $200, you'd think they might include towel service, or a dedicated filtered water filling station, rather than having to use the bathroom sink. This would be 5 stars if not for the those. read more

Owner (Paul) is too blunt, but if you can avoid him and his emails, you'll actually enjoy your experience because the rest of the staff is top-notch. read more

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Bikram yoga is a specific type of hot yoga where you are doing same poses in every class for 90 minutes. I went to this place to try out the unlimited 2 week class for $30 and it was close to where I live. I have been to other yoga classes at Moksha North York, Yoga Santuary, and Extreme (scotiabank) and I must say that I really liked the bikram yoga type out of all of them. I am a beginner in yoga but I found that bikram yoga was manageable and I was able to leave the class feeling like I have worked out! Just make sure that you don't mind being in the hot room for 90 minutes where you are just dripping sweat like faucet! Facility is not bad, I wish they had lockers and bigger changing rooms with more showers and stalls. The building itself is old but nothing to complain about there. I want to keep going to these classes but I find that their memberships are bit on the high end. I am waiting for their promo! read more

Please take this review with a grain of salt. I like yoga, in fact I really like it - and this would include Hot Yoga. But I had one of those group deals, prob. the same one as Catherine L ($20 for 20 classes), and went to only 1 of the classes. I came home, complaining about the experience -- it just wasn't for me. I'll start with the good - good for you, me, for any of us who want to exercise. Sometimes the hardest thing, is to get out there and just do it! Location was downtown, clean place, nice staff. Now the not so good... I get the feeling this is one thing that you're either going to like or not like. I guess I really don't like Bikram. The instructor was good, but I was the only person who was a newbie in the entire class. The class had about 30+ participants. The instructor spoke with confidence, structure, and focus. One person slowed down, and got in trouble - he said matter of factly, that it wasn't the time to slow down - and told her to basically catch back up. He put us through series of movements, of which Bikram consists of 21 asanas/poses. His version of a reward... after we did multiple and consecutive difficult poses... was a sip of water. Ugh. No one, is allowed to leave during the session. I think this is to keep the VERY HOT HEAT, IN. Best you go to the washroom beforehand! The instructor himself, who teaches more than one class of Bikram per day, did not do the poses himself. He kept an attentive eye on us all, and how our poses were. I would have liked the exemplar model (the instructor) to instruct us on the poses, by showing us how he'd do them. IF you're high in endurance, if you're hardcore, and possibly slightly masochistic, this might actually be your highway to heaven. read more

I expected a lot more from this studio as I knew a few friends that are regulars. I don't think I will ever come here again, but let me tell you why. But first, I did really like the instructor. She told us some tips on postures that I have never heard before at my usual Bikram Bloor. She kept us motivated, and helped correct and adjust people. I liked how she was able to turn on the fan every so often, in the myriad of switches on the wall (not sure what they all did) I liked the lobby area, lots of space and sitting areas I liked the plenty of changeroom cubby holes. However, I did not like the small and narrow room, and folks that didn't seem to respect the lines and alignment. I did not like how there wasn't really an introduction to the new to bikram folks. I did not like how the studio wasn't completely lined with mirrors, and it was way too small. I did not like how the guy two mats away from, his sweat, spilled into my personal space (although I cannot hold the studio from this) I also cannot hold the studio for the lady that dressed in her underwear to do yoga. I did not like that when I put my ear to the floor, I heard the music coming from the downstairs below. I did not like how the wafting food from the restaurants downstairs came into the room as we were finishing up. I did not like the changeroom, and how small it was. only 2 bathroom stalls, 2 shower stalls. All the girls after class had barely enough room to maneuver. I did not like how, due to lack of showers, I guess, immediately after the instructor left, almost everyone got up. while they were quiet, it felt like elephants were stomping across the room - can't you people walk quieter!. Certainly not relaxing. I did not like that the mats towards the changeroom was wet, as was the floor around it, not sure if it was sweat or disinfecting spray. I did not like that it is very not friendly to people who need parking. yes, It's free after 6 or 630 on most streets, but lucky if you can find something. My class was at 6pm, and I could not park in a lot of places. I ended up paying over $5 for street parking, which took me 20 mins to find. Could be good for folks that work, or live nearby. but for me, I won't come back. If you're a beginner, I would suggest going to Bikram Bloor. Just as intense, much friendlier. read more

I love this place - I've been to pretty much every yoga chain in the city, and I find myself coming out of BeHot yoga with the most energy and grounding. All the instructors are great and since they've opened the "BE" room, they've expanded more Vinyasa flow classes. Tip: book ahead or arrive at least 10 mins prior to secure a spot, classes are usually packed. read more

Passport to Prana brought me to my second Bikram studio for a 6pm 90 minute torture. this time was Bikram Centre. The building is on Colborne street, a little street south of King with restaurants and pubs catering to the after work drinking habits of financial types. It could be hard to find, but I saw a girl with a yoga mat and decided to follow her. It worked. The Studio is above a pub and the entrance way houses a tailor-shop with suited Tailor Dummies. A quick ride up a very lurchy elevator (!!) and the doors opened directly into the studio. Warm, inviting, with all of the character I like and lots of seating. The front desk staff was really friendly and asked me alot of questions. The changeroom was a little tight, with only two showers and an awkward layout leaving not alot of options to park your belongings and change if its busy. Plenty of cubbys. The class held maybe 40 people and it was about 90% women, so the lineup for the shower was long. No lockers, you were told to hang your jackets in a closet which faces a large open entranceway leading to the staircase for the entire building. I'm sure its my fault for having such an expensive parka, but I am constantly worried it will be stolen and someone could pop in, grab and run from here. That was a little bothersome. (hey, it happens) Studio itself was BRIGHT, whereas Bikram on Bloor was dim. I liked Bikram Centre more than Bikram on Bloor for SURE. The instructor Paul was friendly in the screaming at you and jerkly adjusting kind of way. He was stern and loving simultaneously. Still not a fan of Bikrm Yoga. For all the Heat and Stretching, it lacks both "flexibility" and "warmth." Just too much. I like music, improvisation, love in my yoga. Bonus Points - Filtered Water - Good Location for Subway - Friendly Check in and no issue with passport - Good Teacher who really was paying attention to us - Still like those lines to keep us in line - large studio space - Adjustments(!!) Minus Points - Open Access to unsupervised jacket area - Awkward Changerooms - Two Showers only - Too Regimented, Too Hot, Too Mean - No Vinyasa (!!!) - No Music (i like music!) read more

I went to BeHot to try hot pilates for the first time as I am a pilates reformer and hot yoga fiend. Inferno pilates is not your regular heated mat pilates class; it incorporates more HIIT and cardio components. BeHot is one of the few studios in Toronto that offers this type of inferno hot pilates. The service at reception was lovely; very friendly and helpful staff. The instructor seemed very knowledgeable and the crowd of people attending the classes were very friendly and warm. Unfortunately, my hot pilates experience was not what I was hoping. The room was packed with more than 40+ people and it just felt very overcrowded; at one point it became very uncomfortable, claustrophobic and then add the heat and sweat on top of it. The change rooms were not that great; not many showers, everyone's belongings were everywhere and the lockers were too small. read more

NOTE: This review assumes readers are already familiar with and enjoy Bikram yoga; the review is of the studio and conditions, not the Bikram series. I have practiced Bikram yoga 3-5 times per week for several years, and this is the eighth Bikram studio I have been to. I was in Toronto for business and went to three classes with three different instructors - Tuesday late night, Thursday 5:30pm, Saturday morning - so I saw the studio at a variety of times. The studio is welcoming to visitors. No fuss. They have an unadvertised package for visitors from out of town: a 5-class card for $90 with no expiry for the package. Mat and towel rentals are $2 each. All three classes were crowded and juicy. The heat and humidity were consistent and where they should be (i.e., high!). Unlike in many studios, I don't think their instructors need to do much to maintain conditions in the room. The room is small (6 inches between mats); expect to tap your neighbors on the head during full locust. Yes, you can hear faint music from the downstairs bar, but I only found it distracting when I had an ear to the floor. Class was a mix of ages and experience levels. The weekday classes had a surprisingly large number of men. All three instructors followed the teacher training dialogue/script, but two of the instructors (Rory and Olivia) were excellent and provided real "value added" to the dialogue. They had additional tips during and between poses and offered numerous students, including the visitors, corrections. I heard useful nuances I had not heard before. The third instructor (Paul) was straight dialogue and a bit inconsistent with the length of his holds (I realize some instructors hold poses longer and others hold shorter, but I had a hard time anticipating how long Paul would have us hold each set). He did not provide any students individual corrections, and his 15 seconds of Sanskrit chanting during the final savasana seemed out of place for a Bikram session. But, on average, instruction was among the best I've seen at a Bikram studio. The studio has hardwood floors throughout, including in the hot room, which is a bit different if you're used to gooey carpet. Apparently, very few Bikram studios in Canada have carpet. You turn sideways at standing separate head. If you only have one towel, make sure it is long enough for your stride in triangle or you will be slipping on your mat. There is no podium in the hot room; instructors wander around the room and occasionally provide an adjustment. Everything else in the hot room (other than Paul's chanting...) is straight Bikram. In balancing stick, it is "T for Toronto"! And Canada is too politically correct for Japanese ham sandwiches. The changing room is small for the number of people, but folks shower quickly and everyone was polite and accommodating. There are no lockers. Everything was clean for a Bikram studio, although expect to walk through standing puddles, especially in the back hallway where folks wring out their towels and "clean" rental mats. If you've read this far, you know what to expect. Overall, a very good and seemingly well-run Bikram studio. It is easy to find and two blocks away from the St Lawrence Market. I will definitely go back whenever I am in Toronto. read more

Adding the update that the issue with the fitting room windows has now been corrected after posting this review online.

I just went back to The Bikram Yoga Centre after years of being out of town. I noticed that there have been major changes to the studio and I especially like new mural in the yoga room. The studio, in general, seems very clean and the people I came across were very positive and receptive. I was told that there is a new owner. The class itself was hard, but the teacher (a very attractive, inspiring girl named Teesa) made it all very enjoyable. She demonstrated postures and was very helpful for the full 90 minutes. I am definitely going to make this a regular part of my workout regime. The class I went to was very busy but we were all taken care of and the energy was great. I highly recommend this studio to Bikram yogis. read more

Disclaimer - I've done yoga before but on a very recreational basis - like when it's offered at my gym, or at lululemon, or some friend asks me to go. So I'm not a serious yoga go-er though I have done it several times before, namely at moksha yoga. I visited 2 times after purchasing a group deal - $20 for 20 classes. The first time was at 8pm on a Thursday night and the studio was pretty empty, so I had no problems with the small room not completely lined with mirrors, the narrow hall and change room, and only 2 showers. However, the 2nd time was a on Monday night at 6pm and it was PACKED. We were spilling over each other on our mats, I had no mirror space (though my fault since I was cutting it close to start time), and a ridiculous line-up for the shower. The instructors were pretty intense - the first one I had was too regimented I thought; the 2nd one was much friendlier. I found both workouts really hard, much harder than moksha. The location is really convenient as I can walk there after work, and it's close to King subway stn and the King streetcar. I think if they limited the class sizes or enlarged the change rooms, I would consider bumping up their rating. read more

I came with a groupon deal which is a unlimited classes for a month. What I don't like: The schedule - morning schedule is too early and evening schedule is too early as well. You might argue that 6:30AM class should be good for a person like me who can get up very early, but, would you go to the office without shower? Of course not! But guess what, you just cannot shower coz of the crazy line-up! I have to go goodlife to take a shower before I can show up in the office. The morning class is always busy busy busy busy busy! read more

Been doing yoga for 10 years, and this it the best yoga studio I've ever been to! Amazing work out, the instructors are extremely motivating, very welcoming and knowledgeable! It's a super friendly environment, no intimidation whatsoever. Love love love Behot Yoga! read more

I am thoroughly enjoying all the classes at Be Hot Yoga. The instructors are very knowledgeable, kind, friendly and down to earth and are accommodating to people of all levels of yoga! I love how there is a variety of classes and different times to accommodate a busy schedule! I highly recommend this studio! read more

1400 yoga classes in 8 countries in 7 languages and this was the best heat/humidity ever. Instruction spot on. Cant wait for next trip.

I found this studio on Groupon. I took advantage of the reasonable price and the fact that I could go to a class in between classes (I go to George Brown College, which is literally minutes away!). It was great! I loved it! The only reason it is not 5 stars is because I would have liked a little more direction from staff as to where things were, I didn't know which side was the front of the class (although now that I am thinking about it, it should have been obvious that the mirrors would be the front!), in any case a tour would have been nice to know what to do and where to go. I went up to the desk afterwards and asked a bunch of questions, they were very patient and hospitable! Moving on to the whether you should join this beautiful studio and click on that Groupon deal! I came with small experience in Hot Yoga classes, but I was not prepared for the heat! Within minutes of the initial warm-up I was dripping in sweat! It is extremely important to note that make sure you go to any of the classes WELL HYDRATED! The instructor was great, she was aware that I was somewhat a newbie to Bikram. She was attentive, came over a lot which I appreciated as I am used to yoga classes where the instructor shows how to do more complicated poses. They have a really great online registration where you can easily sign up. Please make note of how long the class is! That was probably my other mistake! I didn't take in that it would be an 1hr30min, so it went a wee bit longer than expected! The change room is a bit crowded in my opinion. But to each their own. There are 2 bathroom stalls, which were immediately in use for people changing due to modesty. The showers were taken however the ladies were very fast within 15 minutes about 6 ladies had finished and were drying off. I just felt like we were all stepping all over each other. Overall, it was a great experience. I am better prepared for the next time I come! Which will be soon! I encourage you all to try this studio out! read more

My sister and I recently signed up for a groupon which entitled us to one month of unlimited classes. Since it was our first time trying hot yoga we were both very nervous. As soon as we arrived we were welcomed warmly and checked in at the front desk. The instructor was great! She was so patient, accommodating, and friendly. The studio itself is lovely, and the location is ideal, close to the subway etc. I know we'll both be returning for future classes. read more

Great space and welcoming atmosphere with some Toronto historic nostalgia. The instructors are very knowledgeable, encouraging and motivational. I've taken classes with Marya and Winnie (forgive me if I spelled your names wrong) who were really helpful when it came to form and theory. Really can not ask for more when it comes to a drop in class, as I hit this studio up whenever I am in town! read more

I just used my Passport to Prana for a noon class with Andrea, and it was wonderful. She was friendly, approachable, motivating, encouraging, and precise with her words and instruction. She was very reassuring to the newbies...telling them it was ok if they were feeling exhausted. She helped to create a great momentum in the class. The studio itself is just perfect. You have all you need...nothing more, nothing less. The changerooms and showers are clean and cute, the practice room has plenty of light...the overall enery of the place is great. I believe the owner of the studio was there too...he too, was very kind, friendly and approachable. Overall, my first experience here was just perfect. For all the people giving lower ratings and lists of what they don`t like...I think what you need is some more yoga in your life to help you lighten up. Namaste! read more

I'm fairly new to yoga but thank to the teachers at this studio I can consider myself a intermediate yogi. Amazing vibe!!!. The staff is wonderful and you can tell how much they love to be there! Always with a big smile on their faces. They will make you LOVE yoga. Variety of classes and lots of times to fit your schedule. I strongly recommend this studio. read more

Maybe a 3.5? I was mildly petrified going here....Bikram in general sounded tough and Roma M's review and the website didn't do a huge amount to allay my fears! Nevertheless-it's reasonably close to me, they take Passport to Prana and they have a 7.30am class on Saturdays so that I had a full day to recover. First off, it's hard to find. I failed the first time I tried and had to go back to the map. The second time I planned on going I arrived after they had locked the door so had to trudge away, mat in hand. Third time lucky though-got in and got through the door. Woo! The building really doesn't inspire confidence. The staircase is all dark and brown-kind of public library circa 1984. The reception area when you actually get there is surprisingly bright and airy though and my welcome was warm. They have a place for shoes, mats for hire, some athletic detergent (I now know why) and a big reception desk. My instructor for the day was Richard and he checked me in, got me to fill out the usual health form/waiver and gave me a quick introduction. He made a big effort to learn my awkward name which I really appreciated. He directed me to the changing rooms at the back. Changing rooms were past the washing machine and fine. Clean with filtered water, 3 showers, 2 toilets and some shelves. No lockers. The outside door is locked once the class starts and I really wasn't happy leaving my wallet and ipod unattended so I brought them into the room. I was told not to the next time....so probably best to bring no valuables. The 7.30am class was pretty quiet. I didn't know where the instructor would be so accidentally ended up in the front row. The studio is bright and quite open....but more school hall than tranquil oasis. Probably what Bikram would like though. Richard was lovely and gave good instructions but it took a while to become accustomed to having no demonstrations and no adjustments. I did a bit of reading later and learned a bit about Bikram's "dialogue"-all the things the instructor says to talk you through the class. The main aim for me was staying in the room apparently. Not an easy task. It was boiling! Worse was the fact that most of the heat was coming from the floor so that the mat work, usually the nice bit of a yoga class, was the hardest for me. I was glad that I managed NOT to vomit. Water breaks are strictly monitored-only between poses. This was hard at that time in the morning. Think I'd probably have to hook myself up to a litre of fluids overnight to be adequately hydrated on arrival! Richard won a place in my heart for his friendly smile, sense of humour...and for leading a round of applause for me at the end....because I survived :-) Would I go back? Possibly. I'd be more inclined if they had a special on their packages-currently they're on the pricey end. Intro week is $27 for unlimited classes. Other prices are: Single Class .... $22 10 classes for $170 (6-month expiry) 20 classes for $270 (6-month expiry) Unlimited Passes 1 month for $175 3 months for $430 6 months for $800 1 Year for $1400 read more

Friendly people zen vibes . We were visiting Toronto and wanted to start our vacation with hot yoga . Found this place to be accessible . Instructor was very welcoming read more

I read some negative feedback about this centre and decided to find out myself the real story....and here is my honest opinion. I love that it's super close to the bus stop - it's just a half block walk from the bus stop on King street (which turns out to be a perfect distance to cool down period after sweating like a pig for 90 minutes). The open space which makes up the reception /resting or cooling area is dimly lit which gives it a nice calm feeling, particularly useful after 90 minutes of sweating. I LOVE the instructors here, who seem to genuinely care about your practice. They correct your posture every time you need it, until you've got it perfect; and they let you know that you're doing it right. They remind you constantly that you need to focus on what you can do at your own level; push yourself if you can, but don't force it - remember that doing it right(right posture, right breathing etc) is more important than doing it more(but in wrong form). Should you fall out of your pose, they will encourage you to jump right back in. They will share their water with you if they see that you need it but haven't got any. They will explain what the benefits of each posture are. And if consistency is something that you like, the instructors here use a script (I think) and have just about the same message, structure and poses every time. I particularly love the attention they give to newbies -which I feel, is how it should be - They are truly awesome; no hibijibi nonsense. They warn you that it will be hard and that you will sweat like dirty pigs; one instructor even called it the "torture chamber" - but they also tell you that you WILL get better and to give it at least 3 tries before you give up - which I find is usually the day people realize how wonderful it is. But for those who don't want to invest in buying a mat until they tried it, there is rental everything - mats, towels...and you can buy everything there too- gear, mats, towels, water bottles. Don't rent the towel for the mats though - it really smells, so much so that you wonder if it was washed...and a couple of postures require you to "kiss the mat". There is a washer and dryer to wash your towel or gear while you cool down and wait in the long line up for the shower(there are 3 per sex) to become available. This is the only studio which I've been to that has complimentary tea available in the "cooling" area - and great furniture - loungers, medicine balls, bean bags...etc. They are the only ones who offer cotton swabs, Q-tips and tampons in the woman's washroom. It's also the only one which seem to keep a basket of lost and found stuff for people to rummage through. What you will notice as you walk through the narrow hallway (Crammed with mat drying hangers, fans to cool them and washer and dryer) is THE STENCH. I thought it was just old sweat-dried clothes and feet smell(to know what I'm talking about, get some old clothes you did rigorous exercise in or get a sports teams uniform after a game, let it sit in a pile for a week or more), understandable in a yoga studio that only does HOT yoga - where 20 or more people sweat for 90 minutes 5 times a day. But then again....it wasn't like that at other studios.....anyway, it's not pleasant. Then my friend pointed it out: it smells like SWEATY BALL SACKS. There is no other smell like it - it's very distinctive...that's what the rental towels for the mats smell like...yum... So the place is not for the weaker stomach or super sensitive noses....who want the "flowery holistic experience". It's not for newbies who haven't done ANY physical exercise in the past 5 years, because you'll have difficulty breathing in the heat, let alone move in it. But it's a great place for those who want to sweat, be challenged and be corrected - you can come here and be privy to a different kind of yoga experience. read more

Another Passport to Prana check in (my first in awhile!). It'd been some time since I'd gotten slippery sweaty at a yoga class, and the weather was making me miss the hothothot of summer, so I decided to make the trek to Bikram Yoga Center after one of my day shifts on a chilly day in December. The studio was somewhat easy to find, though I would likely have been much more confused had I not been to the pub next door a few months ago. A big sandwich board sign out in front showed me the way, though. The elevator takes you straight up into the studio, which reminded me of The Yoga Lounge on Church. The lobby space was open, airy, and clean, and reception staff seemed very welcoming. Score one! Never having taken a proper "Bikram" class (just "Hot Yoga"), I wasn't aware that there was a difference. But oh, oh, there is! As stated in Zoe's review, the practice is a set series of postures that are the exact same. Practice in Vancouver, in California, in Dublin, anywhere, and you will meet the same poses. That's Bikram. Personally, this is not how I tend to practice BUT that's my own practice, to flow and go with how I feel that day. As also mentioned earlier, they are very adamant about the speed at which one practices, how one flows from one pose to another, and yes, you aren't to leave the room unless (as our instructor stated) "You're going to pass out or throw up". Again, that's Bikram. The instructor, wearing relatively little, was more of a "mentor"; he didn't demonstrate, just verbally describe then call out when to change poses and snap his fingers. There was a part of me that wanted to say "Yes Drill Sergeant!", but I held back. I didn't notice him doing any adjustments, either; not to say they were not done, just that I didn't notice any, which seemed odd in a class that was identified as "a lot of new students". Perhaps again, that's Bikram? My concern would be that one could be doing a pose completely incorrectly that would just continue as their practice grew, increasing and increasing the chance of injury. You may wonder, how does a review written as above, stating what seem like critiques, garners 4 stars? WELL... I like getting hot and sweaty. BUT I also like a more accepting, free-flowing practice; some days, I'm all over binding myself into a little pretzel and others I can barely touch my tootsies. I also like a little bit of variation in my classes and shaking things up a bit; new poses keep me challenging myself and my abilities. That's ME and MY practice. To critique the practice because it doesn't exactly meet my style wouldn't be fair; that's like judging an orange the way you'd judge a tomato. The studio was well laid out, reasonably clean (though I did step in a big puddle of sweaty sweat when I first walked in; the ick factor made it a minus 0.5 star); the staff were kind, non-judgmental, and welcoming; and the "instructor" was clear in his descriptions and timing, and I found that I did get the rhythm after a few rounds. The remaining minus 0.5 star came from the lack of personal adjustment, which I'm sure I could have used! And that's from a safety perspective alone. My advice: go in with an open mind; be aware of what lies ahead; and bring a lot of water! Will I become a Bikram convert, and get my sweaty sweat on twice a week? Nope. I'm 'a stick to my ashtanga series', thanks. Will I give it another shot sometime, now that I've had the experience, and return with next years PTP? Most likely; I know what to expect now! read more

Incredibly unsanitary. I have been to other Bikram Yoga centres in Toronto and this one was just ... gross. I forgot my towel (BIG MISTAKE!) but at other centres was not an issue because they've heard of laundry. I'll never know what was growing on that towel but it smelled like cat pee. The air in the room was not allowed to circulate or filter in any way that I could see so it felt like inhaling the bodily fluids of the people in the over-crowded class. When the various scents and fluids made me want to puke, the instructor didn't let me out of the room. So I resolved to wait but he wouldn't let me wait unless I was lying face down on the towel. The instructor had no respect for my ability to listen to my own body, which was saying "Get me out of here!" read more

This is the best yoga studio in the core in my opinion. I love the friendly atmosphere , the different styles each instructor offers ( they are all awesome ). I have never committed to anything , until I attended my first class at Behot Yoga. I have seen tremendous results within 6 weeks . I can run 5km because of the breathing techniques I am learning; I couldn't go as far as 500 meters before. I react less to stress and I am more patient. I am learning to listen to my body; therefore, I make better lifestyle decisions . Overall attending Behot yoga has taught me discipline and self control through commitment. I have tried yoga at gyms /with friends , but it just didn't do it for me . As a beginner having the right environment only helps to facilitate your practice and provide support when you least feel capable, this studio has done this for me. Love , love it ! read more

I have been doing bikram yoga almost 9 years and been coming to this studio for almost years. I actually MOVED to come to this particular studio a couple of years ago because of its great staff and location and ENERGY! Especially since Paul (director and teacher of the studio) has takend it over, the studio has been making tremendous and positive changes; it is BEAUTIFUL and homey and got amazing teachers who are passionate about bikram yoga. I plan to stay in the neighborhood as long as this studio doesn't move! For those who has never tried bikram yoga before, please try just one class and you will know why this ORIGINAL hot yoga has been around decades around the world. Don't be intimidated by the heat - it is good for you and you will feel amazing! :) Do I get anything from writing this positive review? No. So why bother? Because I love this yoga and this studio and hope many people will experience the amazing health benefits from this yoga. Namaste read more