So I've been to several Yoga studios in the Seattle area since moving here two years ago and Get Hot Yoga is my FAVORITE studio that I've found, hands down, no questions asked.
Pros:
-Spotless and impeccably clean
-Well-decorated, relaxing and welcoming environment from the lobby to the bathroom to the studio room
-Pricing is a bit cheaper than the other Yoga Studios (within 10 miles)
-Lighting and studio music provided is fabulous and well suited
-The instructors are very knowledgeable, I've never felt more welcomed as when walking into this studio, from check-in, through class to leaving, its a very comforting and welcoming group of people
-The ice towels, oh my goodness. I've only been to one other studio that has the ice towels and let me tell you--GAME CHANGER. After a really tough class, there is nothing more refreshing and recharging then the ice towel.
-Studio room is very intimate, there's nowhere you can't see yourself in the mirror and watch your poses/postures
-Instructors continually walk around and provide individual one-on-one instruction
-Heat is via steam, the room, while hot, is never stifling. i've been to one too many infrared studios where I feel like I'm going to pass out because of the heat, at the beginning of class. Steam heat/fans are the way to go!
-Plenty of props (straps and blocks) available for anyone who wants one
-Instructors are friendly, approachable and answer individual questions and follow-up. I asked Eunice a question at the end of one class, the next time I saw her, she followed up and asked how I was doing. This is one of three different instructors who followed up with questions/comments I had
-This feels like a serious yoga studio, participants range in experience levels, but everyone is there for a similar purpose/focus
-The instructors knowledge is very high, these instructors live and breathe a yoga lifestyle, some of the other studios in the area have felt like yoga-factories: pushing people in and pumping them out. This is all about the experience, being where you are and the instructors guiding you to your next level.
-For a group class, most classes feel like a semi-private lesson!!
-I haven't had one class (I have taken 15+ classes between Jan-March 2013) that I've been dissatisfied with, I can't say that about any of the other 4 studios I've been at nearby.
-Really comfortable and non-threatening environment to meet people socially, the instructors promote a very comfortable and friendly atmosphere. I've met and made several friends at class!
-Did I mention the Ice towels? :-)
Cons:
-One smaller room--get there early for the after-work classes
-Small selection of snacks/beverages and merchandise to purchase before/after class; prices are decent for what they have
-Location, this studio is right off of 516, so there's quite a few cars/trucks every minute. I've gone to a variety of classes at different points in the day and the only time it was distracting was during 'rush hour' (4:45-6:15PM)
-Lobby area is a bit tight after a class, especially during winter when everyone's piling on coats
-Would love if they offered more regular workshops--I know there's an Intro to Vinyasa right now, more of these please!!!!
Again, I love this studio and am excited to renew my class punch card to a monthly membership--it's worth every penny! read more
