Such a great community. People of all ages, ethnicities, and body types. High school students. Cal students. Working professionals. Retirees. The teachers are fantastic. Your three classes will be hot and hard but stick with it. It's addicting! read more

Such a fun community. Hot classes, cool instructors, clean studio. Ry and Carl, the owners, truly make this a one of a kind studio. Highly recommend! read more

So 10+ years later, and I'm having back issues from who knows what, but I decided to drop into Funky Door to see if bikram might actually help my back. Within three visits, I opted into the monthly membership and my back is so much better! I love the new non carpet floor and all the instructors are absolutely lovely! I also love the option of the 60 minute bikram class, and absolutely love the yoga and mixtapes class! So fun to have some music for the class! read more

I hope if you're new to the area or even just passing through, that you get a chance to experience the magic of this place. I moved to CA knowing nobody and this place has given me a beautiful community. People are incredibly welcoming here...the teachers and all the yogis. The Bikram style was new for me... and boy did it kick my ass to adapt to it (still does!), but stick with it!! it only gets better :) the overall effort the owners and staff put into making this place fun, inclusive, motivating and empowering is pretty amazing. p.s. the mix tape nights are epic! read more

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Incredible place! Great energy, wonderful community, and a great workout too! So many options from hot Pilates, to 60 minute hot yoga, and mixed tapes, to the 90 minute hot yoga. Oh and Bikiyasa too! read more

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I have been a member of funky door since it's opening under new ownership after the pandemic. I am happy to call funky door my home studio and love the warm friendly vibe and excellent instructors. The studio is clean and has flooring conducive to nightly cleaning. No funky smells! I highly recommend this studio. I take 5 to 6 classes per week here! read more

Best place on Earth! Literally like a Disneyland that I can go to everyday! Great workouts of all types!!! I'm addicted ! read more

I have been coming to Funky Door Yoga since 2012 and while it has always been an amazing studio, the new ownership (Lynn, Ry, Carl, Jeff) have taken this place back to one of if not the best hot yoga and pilates studios in the world. I have been to studios in Tokyo, Amsterdam, Rome, London, Vancouver BC, Key West, New Orleans, Ann Arbor, Portland, Albuquerque, Santa Clarita, and Las Vegas and nothing really even compares. I would say the studio in Amsterdam was second but it still isn't even close. I really think you should do YOURSELF the favor and come take a class a Funky Door Yoga not only will you be impressed with the studio but even more impressed with yourself after the class. #FUNKDOORYOGA4LIFE read more

Come in to wonderful Funky Door and get completely funked up, as I have. Whether you come for their Inferno Pilates classes, or the Bikky and other yoga classes, this place will lift you up, both supporting you on your health journey and thoroughly kicking yo' ass. I came here out of desperation, trying to find an ongoing rehab and fitness pursuit, after having suffered a major medical mishap I'm so glad I did. The Pilates is intense, kinda like HIIT workouts, but rewarding, and dare I say...fun Come in and see what all the funk is about. You'll be stoked you did. read more

When I first walked into Funky Door Yoga for a Bikram60 class on a cold and ugly January (2023) afternoon, I wasn't fully aware of what I was getting myself into. It's not that I was new to Bikram, but 3 out of the 4 times that I've tried, it ended poorly for me and discouraged me from doing it again. But this time, it was different. I saw more positives than the negatives. I was safe. I was being observed by a professional. I wasn't going to get sick. I wasn't pressured into doing something I didn't want to do. I could work at my own pace and level. Despite the 100+ degree heat, it was comfortable. It was... pleasant, for once. And since then, I have been funky ever since. Attending classes 2-3x a week, sometimes 4-5x a week. Taking all classes whenever I can, from Ry's Hot Pilates to Jeff's Ivengar to Lynn's Bikram... whenever I had time to make the drive to Berkeley from Castro Valley, I'd take advantage of it and come to Funky Door. It has really helped me heal through my sudden personal leave from work and improved my general physical and mental health as well. Would highly recommend. Bring a friend, too! read more

I came here with my bf via class pass. Before we came we read all the reviews on class pass and all the comments mentioned a smell. I thought people were just overreacting and decided to give this place a try. We took an evening class and got there about 10 minutes earlier and we did a quick check in. The front desk staff wasn't very nice or welcoming. They didn't really tell us what was where, or anything. We entered the room and man it was pretty warm. Given that it was hot yoga we were prepared. The first thing we noticed was the smell. It wasn't pleasant and smelled like humidity or a moldy scent. The class was 1.5 hours and my bf left half way as he couldn't deal with the scent and heat. Personally I don't quite understand why there's carpet. I've been to Corepower yoga and they have hardwood floor which eliminates the humid scent and also easier for cleaning. Personally I don't know how sanitary it is to have carpet for the room. I think most comments mention the smell and the sanitation of the carpet. It is quite scary to picture what is under the carpet. The decor in the location is quite unique. When you first walk in, there's a mannequin, and colored string lights along. I personally enjoy the decor a lot, which I think makes the studio quite unique. The instructor stands on a stage to teach instead of walking around to ensure people are doing the right poses. It seemed a bit weird since she was on an elevated stage with a headset and speaking over the microphone. We found parking very quickly however before a certain time, you have to pay for parking. Overall the staff isn't great, class was okay, but we can't get over the scent to go back. They have a quite large locker room and restroom. One bathroom stall and one shower, but plenty of changing space. read more

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Love Funky Door! I have been coming to funky door for about 8 months now and I love it here. To start off, it's beginner friendly and the instructors and staff are very welcoming especially when it's your first time and your a little nervous maybe not sure what your getting yourself into. Each instructor has their own style of teaching which is awesome and keeps classes fun and different! The instructors helped me improve and become stronger over my time coming here and push me to stay motivated especially when your on your last round of burpee's and want to lay down and give up If your thinking about coming here, just come in and check it out, great community to be a part of and you get a kick ass workout! read more

Man I love this studio so much. The employees are incredible, the knowledge is deep, and the vibes are immaculate. I have been a big fan of Funky Door since I began going a year ago. If you aren't into heated yoga this probably won't be your jam, but if you are looking for a place to sweat in the bay, get your bootie onto your mat. Most commonly I take classes with Alison and Ry, but I also have enjoyed classes with Carl, Lynn, Estafan, and Marsha. One of the things that is so nice about Bikram yoga is that it's always the same sequence regardless of who is teaching it, so you get to tap into the subtle differences of what part of the body to activate and after a consistent practice the challenging aspects of the practice changes to something more personal and meditative. I love this studio and I've consistently practiced in New York, Seattle, and the Bay. Thank you guys so much for creating such a lovely and nice space to stretch out into. read more

Have been a consistent member of FD for over a year now and enjoying the membership. I usually attend hot pilates--room is very hot, lessons are challenging, and the music is my favorite part ! I have a hard time working out on my own so these group classes keep me motivated. Classes can get pretty crowded so go early or attend a morning class. (Bring your own water as well) read more

Funky Door Yoga Is an amazing studio. I've tried the rest, funky door is the best. If you have any injuries, try this series and you will attest they are second to none. So say it fun, but hard and serious. I am forever grateful for this opportunity and help in my journey! All the best! Master Kenny Pitts read more

This is my favorite studio by far especially now that there is the coolest Pilates studio in the back - it's like going to a healthy rave party ever !! The teachers are excellent!!! It's my home away from home... read more

I've been coming to funky door for the past two years and it's become like my second home! All the instructors are encouraging and energetic, the atmosphere is amazing, and the studio itself is always clean. I highly recommend trying out some classes and introducing hot yoga (or pilates) into your workout routine, you will certainly feel the difference. read more

Clean facility. Friendly and potentially accommodating staff. Enthusiastic and creative teachers. Easy parking. Class was interesting enough for people with a frequent practice while inviting enough for novices. All levels can enjoy the heat. read more

I loved working out here when I lived in Berkeley! Especially the hot Pilates classes with Ry. The vibes are fab!! The music has a great beat and everyone in the class really feels in sync. I saw on the other reviews about cleanliness but honestly I just showered at home after class and there were no issues with that! One thing is the cancellation policy I moved and before moving I told the front desk that I needed to cancel my membership. They only allow cancellation notice via email, rather than in person which is def very different from other work out studios. It's on me for emailing late, but I did get charged for an extra month that I wasn't going to class. This is not a dig, just a warning/reminder for current go-ers to be on top of it! Cancel a month in advance!! read more

Absolutely love this place. While I've had good experiences at several hot yoga studios around the area, Funky Door is a notch above. Great instructors, spacious rooms, lots of class times available without a reservation. I came for the yoga, but tried the hot Pilates and now I love that too. I'm grateful this place exists. read more

Funky door has been my savor. The staff are so supportive and kind. Rye is such a great person. She is caring and willing to hear you out and really tries to accommodate your needs. She has made the studio fun and welcoming to come to. I'm so glad I have this space and community to come to when I am feeling down. read more

This is my home away from home. I've been doing Bikram yoga for over 15 years, all over the country. This is and forever (convinced) will be my favorite spot. My favorite is their mix tapes~one hour of yoga with disco lights and dimmed lights...wish it was 2 hours, to be honest. I love Carl and Rye~and their doggies...no complaints ever read more

The staff are nice , supportive and energetic ! I I like the way how the staff teaching .

This is initials M.S writing this review, if it's in need to look up for reference for accuracy. I'm only remaining private by using my parent's email account, not my direct contact one in hopes of feeling safe after posting this review. I want to feel comfortable writing and posting this honest, and factual review. I will never forgot what had happened to me on the month of June 2023. I was a member of Funky door yoga for many years, I had zero issues with the previous owners, and spent over 3k + total in membership fees, and for many months I never even attended to any classes but still payed the monthly fees. For many years, I rarely stayed for savasana in any of the classes due to the women's locker being usually overcrowded. The women's locker room, only having 3 shower rooms, and it's challenging to even to make space for yourself to change your clothes after when you shower. Most of the time there is line waiting for the showers for the ladies locker room, and no space to change. It can feel like a chaos in the ladies locker room. The reason for me posting this review is honestly to young women like me, I would beware of taking Jeff R. (Owner) classes. I attended his class only twice in the year of 2023 I remember the first class, I have taken in year of 2023. I didn't enjoyed the class and I remember Jeff R. even mention beginning of the class 'if this is the first time you have taken my class, chances are you won't return back.' He was right I didn't not want to return back to his class.' Sadly, not knowing that day of the month of June 2023 it was Jeff R teaching that class that day. I rarely and try avoid taking his classes because of how rigid it felt by how he lead the class, and if you look at my check times it's a day I rarely attend any classes that time and day. It was just day, that time and day fitted my schedule. The second class I took of him, it really made me decide to cancel my membership. It was when I attended his class on June 2023 during my experience in Jeff class it left me thinking that his behavior towards me was very condescending, discriminating, and even assaultive. I did not give him any permission to touch me, nor in anyway expected him to stop me, and grab me by my arm while I was planning to leave the class. On the month of June 2023 when I attended one of Jeff. R's classes. I decided not to stay in Savanna as usual for many years. I was already standing up and getting ready to take off. Jeff R. stopped me and grabbed my arm or asked me 'Where are you going? You came to my class late and are now leaving early, stay until the end of class!' I was startled and stayed. This was very awkward and I cannot forget the reaction of people in class. My thoughts during end of that day while I was in resting ending pose was why was I a target ? I wasn't even in a yoga pose, I was standing up with my yoga mat getting ready to leave approaching, facing the door and unexpectedly Jeff R to stop me from behind and grab my left arm instructing me to stay to end of class. I seen instructors and even owners that are instructors taking the same classes with me left earlier than me before. As well as I seen many other members in class only showing up and staying 30 mins of class and leave. Plus, in fact when I check in at the reception desk, I will kindly ask if I'm still allowed in class, or if I'm too late or not. The front reception will make the decision before I can fully even enter in and if I'm even allowed inside to enter the class. Most of time, the front reception person will say, "not worry I still have plenty of time they haven't even gotten to the certain pose." I canceled my membership and decided never to return mainly due the experience I had with Jeff R. The cancellation process is a headache, stressful, and expect to pay another month even if you cancel beginning or mid month. Sadly, as much as I enjoyed taking the other instructor classes, and the regular instructors classes I been going for years. I still didn't think it was worth it to remain membership, because of Jeff R behavior has left me triggering negative memories of that day, so I must cancel membership, and I feel the need to post this review and not remain silent and speak up about the truth and why I really cancel. It's none of his business if I choose to leave the class early and never been an issue with other instructors and past instructors, and fact that the Women's restroom only has 3 showers, and usually crowded and no space to get out when it's time for you to want to change or get out to the door. how do you expect us to leave in a timely manner and usually there is a long wait for the women showers after class is over. Ending with Maya Angelou quotes- "When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time." "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." read more

Pros: I found the studio more tuned towards workout than meditation. I loved the Pialtes classes. They are kind of a party. Particularly, one of the teachers danced to the tune I don't like the high temperature The Bikram yoga is the most miserable physical activity in my view. They do it better than other studios. But still I cannot give 5 star to an studio that offers Bikram Yoga. Not to mention the scandals. They have showers. read more

Bikram yoga and Pilates at Funky Door is the best! Recently the facilities have been upgraded (the yoga room floor is like a rubber mat, not carpet), and the sound system and lights transform the space. The various programs are both fun and a solid workout as well. On Fridays, there is a special class that goes deep into fundamentals for various yoga postures. The staff and community is wonderful, coming to Funky Door is the best part of my day! read more

I've been coming here since it opened in the early 2000s and it's been a huge part of my happiness and health. The quality of instruction, the kindness of staff, and the attitude of fun and community just can't be beat. read more

The instructions are exquisitely trained, the vibe is uplifting and the yogis are totally amazing!

Best studio in Berkeley! A friendly and welcoming community of yogis. The owners created a very special place to practice yoga. The great crew of teachers are supportive and motivating. Love this place. read more

I've been practicing bikram for 8 years and enjoy visiting other studios when I travel as well. I knew I'd be commuting daily to the east bay helping a friend for a week with their radiation treatment with an early morning drop off and later afternoon pickups. With a 6 hour wait I looked into bikram studios and found Funky Door in Berkeley. I had heard of the studio in SF and knew they were bikram veterans. My experience was wonderful. The studio is located very close very centrally on a popular street near restaurants and shops. I was pleasantly surprised to see how easy and abundant parking was (I'm used to the horrible parking in SF). The studio is colorful, vibrant and cheerful with the decor and music and the staff was welcoming, friendly and professional. I'd love to give a shout out to Zoe who greeted me at the front desk - she's absolutely lovely. To give context, I'd been in tears just prior to going to the studio leaving my friend in the hospital, and her warm, welcoming smile and demeanor was such a source of comfort and really meant so much to me. She was so helpful and such a beautiful ray of sunshine - she really created a wonderful experience for me and the perfect front facing ambassador for the studio. Regarding the studio, you can tell a lot of thought has been put into the layout and design. The studio is beautiful, spacious and well maintained. The flooring was clean and conveniently non slip :) I also appreciated how clean the mirrors were since the studio I go to in SF is always full of dripping sweat stains :( I also loved the cheerful bikram pose caricatures which are painted on the walls The front has cute little shoe cubbies which I appreciate since you do have to worry about walking around barefoot like other studios and the hallway has well organized bins with accessories. The women's locker room was really clean and had all the amenities needed including 3 showers, benches, hooks and lockers (for convenience you can just leave an ID and they can give you a lock). The instructor was skilled and I liked the podium format for the instructor. The heating system is great and there are beautiful large windows which look into the lobby. At the end of the class, it was so nice how the instructor closed the curtains to create a nice ambiance and I appreciated how they provide small towels if needed. You can tell they prioritize cleanliness and at the end of class they bring in a small cart well stocked with spray bottles either cleaner and towels which was very thoughtful. Overall it's a wonderful studio and wish it was located in my neighborhood since I'd become a member in a heartbeat. I'd like to express my appreciation again to Zoe for being human sunshine - you really lifted my spirits and made my day! Thank you! read more

Great studio! I love the vibe here. I've never been to a place like this before. The energy is contagious, the teachers are amazing, and the classes are fun and intense- especially the Hot Iyengar class I took on Friday. read more

I love this yoga studio. It's beautifully redone... clean, modern, fresh and fun with a feeling of nostalgia as well. The variation of classes (original 90 min and a shorter 60 min bikram class plus hot Pilates with and without weights) means you'll never get bored. All the teachers are welcoming, very knowledgeable and offer help and modifications where needed. Im so grateful they are back!! read more

Just the best but what more can you expect with the best staff in the best locale providing the best atmosphere!!

Great instructors, friendly staff and both quiet and music driven classes. Something for everyone.

I love this place. I have been to many Bikram studios over my practice, and this one definitely has the most personality :) The decor is eclectic, there is always music playing in the lobby, and the main studio itself has fun cartoons showing the posture sequence. The instructors are not militaristic in their traching, but correct your form while allowing for personalized modifications or additions if you want to add them (I've heard students yelled at in other studios for moving during the savasanas!) The staff seem to care about their students, and are flexible with individual circumstances. Also, they have large locker rooms with showers and two studios to facilitate multiple classes at a time. If you're thinking about checking them out, do :) read more

Zoey at the front dest is WONDERFUL. So knowledgeable and provided great service during my sign up. The classes themselves are super intense as well. Don't forget to bring a towel! read more

What a fabulous place! awesome vibe and great sweat! Zoe at front desk made the whole experience perfect. Her bright smile and welcoming spirit made you know the whole place is special. read more

Love Funky Door! Great classes, excellent teachers! I've been coming here for years and it's now even better with new owners, which are the original owners read more

The large, clean Berkeley studio offers various classes, including hot yoga, Pilates, Bikyasa, and Mix tapes (fun yoga set to a beat). The teachers are excellent and take the time to make corrections and modifications for newcomers and those with injuries. The combination of yoga and other higher-intensity classes has improved my fitness level fast-and without injury! read more

Best yoga and Pilates studio I've ever been to. Amazing teachers, supportive and positive vibe, great facility. I always feel better after a class here. read more