I have been enjoying this studio since I joined over a year ago. I took an intro class to support a…read moreco-worker and was addicted. They did a great job March through reopening with the HYB@home option which they stood up quickly. I specifically want to commend the owner on the quality of the instructors who each bring a unique perspective allowing me to find the right mix of what I need, when I need it. Being a part of this community has made a huge difference in my life, especially over the past 6 months.

Absolutely love this yoga studio! The instructors are so welcoming, the vibe is calming, and I…read morealways leave feeling refreshed and reset. It's the perfect little escape from a busy day. Can't recommend it enough

There is yoga to feel fit and then there is yoga that heals you from the inside out. Nora's place…read moreis the second kind of place. It's my favorite yoga studio and she is everything you want/need in a teacher. You know a place is good when the people around you in a class have been coming for 10-20 years! I mean enough said right there. A+

I started taking yoga classes with Nora over a decade ago, when I was just out of college. In a…read moretransitional time during my life, yoga provided me with a simple daily practice that helped with my physical stress. However, over the years it became much more of a life philosophy that has stayed with me through many years and many transitions. Integral Yoga and Nora have been a positive force in my life, even when I wasn't living in Virginia. From Raja yoga and meditation classes, to a grief workshop at Yogaville after I lost my mother, these teachings and her compassionate nature have helped me greatly over the years. She has brought the teachings of Swami Satchidananda and Yogaville to Richmond in a way that is accessible to many people in many walks of life. I firmly believe that yoga is a life-changing practice that can be applied to many aspects of one's daily life. If you are looking for an authentic yoga experience and not just another big box yoga chain, Integral Yoga is the place.

Of the traditional (aka Bikram) yoga studios I've practiced with over the years, Hot Yoga Richmond…read moreis hands-down the very best. Here's the scoop: 1. Multiple instructors, all of whom are excellent teachers and true to the 26-and-2 dialog/script during the yoga classes. All are experienced, attentive, and clearly happy to be teaching. All bring their unique focus and vibe, so class always feels fresh. 2. Studio is bright and clean. Temperature and humidity are maintained at the recommended temps for both the hot yoga and the other classes (e.g., hot Pilates, Sunday evening yin/Nidra). The heating system is relatively quiet, and the air is gentle--doesn't blow/blast on you like heaters at some studios. Parking is free and plentiful. 3. Showers are clean and well stocked with body wash, shampoo, conditioner. 4. Students include a diverse range of body shapes, fitness levels, ages, genders, and ethnicities. Everyone can feel comfortable and welcome. I think this is important to mention because I (60+f) have felt a little out of place in a couple of other studios where everyone was overwhelmingly young, fit, female, and white. Lots of different people here and all friendly and welcoming. 5. Studio is committed to the original 26-and-2 postures (traditional Bikram Yoga) in the hot yoga classes--important for those of us who have personally experienced the healing of this particular sequence/practice. They also offer Hot Pilates and a few other classes, and those classes are also top-notch. (Try the monthly Sound Bath) 6. Supportive studio. All the instructors recognize and reiterate the importance of coordinating breath and body. Also, there's never pressure to go deeper into postures than is safe. Instructors regularly remind students to breathe calmly and attentively. They also do a great job of re-emphasizing the need to listen and heed the instructions for a safe practice. As Victor (teacher and co-owner) regularly points out, "Yoga is a practice, not a performance." 7. Cost is reasonable, especially if you can manage to pay for a year of unlimited yoga up front, but even the packages are quite reasonable if you practice 2-3 times/week. 8. Healing. Many practioners of this particular 26-and-2 yoga will attest to its incredible healing and healthfulness. In a 90-minute class, the postures (including breathing) and the heat work together to develop strength and balance, provide aerobic work, and target common problem areas such as digestive and spine/back. , far more than just a great workout--it's also self-physical therapy and amental/psychological practice. 9. Since most of the above comments are focused on the Bikram yoga, I'll add that their Hot Pilates classes will kick your hiney (in the best way). The music varies every time, and the specific exercises also change up, which is nice. These classes work really well for me to develop more strength which in turns gives me a stronger yoga practice, especially in the yoga balancing postures. In summary, Hot Yoga Richmond is a 10-star studio, and it's the perfect place to heal if you need healing or get/stay strong and flexible no matter who you are or where you are on your journey.

Amazing. My bpdy already feels like it is healing. Great location great people I LOVE it!read more

TLDR--I have taken great classes and am sure this is a great spot for some people, but I would not…read morerecommend it to my poc friends. I relocated here from another city, where I took lessons in classic pilates, and was originally suspicious of the painfully curated Instagram aesthetic of this place that makes it feel more like late capitalism hot girl scam than actual serious pilates (which would more successfully turn you into the scam lol), but had a really wonderful time in a series of group classes this past summer with an instructor whom I believe only works there over the summer. With that being said, after a while of life just being busy / getting in the way, I wanted to restart with classes here. . .and oh boy was that a learning experience. This studio offers 0 flexibility and grace for life stuff that happens --such as missing a class (which happened once, that I just sucked up) or arriving more than 5 minutes late ( I was 10-15 min late), which happened today and I am like :o wtf at. The front desk was polite and apologetic--I understand they just have to follow the rules. The studio's overall mode of reasoning and their delivery is-white woman. If you are a poc you understand exactly what I'm talking about. First off, this space is is incredibly white--I've never felt fully comfortable here but there's limited options around here and I'm just trying to exercise rather than feel fully safe in a place (a fantasy!). I said it was feeling racist and she said she can't help the way she looks (which is true) but girlllllll I also can't help the way I look--and I would totally choose to look more like her if it meant I'd potentially get offered to take the other class that was starting at the time I arrived [broken heart emoji] Anyway, she kept iterating that this was policy that they had to follow (lmao the policy you have in minuscule fine print somewhere pages in? Put it in font 20 on your website front page and I won't say a word). The other reason she gave is that it's for your own safety, that if you come after stretching it's dangerous if you go straight into exercise (which means if you exercise and hurt yourself we don't want liability). This was infuriating because 1) the instructors (other than the one I had this summer) do not actually correct alignment / posture and just go through the motions of the movements while looking aesthetic in a matching exercise outfit, so I'm not sure if there is any actual safety to begin with and 2) Would they have been more accommodating if I looked more like them and / or the Daughters of the Confederacy? Very uncertain! This person I was speaking to was definitely uncomfortable / not sure how to deal with me, but then, while she was gone, I talked to the second front desk who had been staring at the convo the whole time and this is where it gets more fun. I asked if the person who owns the space is around and she said no (btw, am I becoming a speak to your manager kind of person? oh boy!) This person is like fully glaring at me, and I asked if she had context on my convo, and at first she goes I didn't hear it, but then when I explained the convo she said that the first person did nothing wrong and was very nice and mannered while talking to me (which she absolutely was) and that this was policy. I explained that just because tone and manner is nice doesn't mean that the actual intent / words are kind, and said that based on this racist vibe I'm getting, I feel like I probably shouldn't come back here, and then she goes: "Good!" LOOOOOL. Ok. Good! I was definitely angry about my experience this morning but am in the process of letting it go as paying a price for a lesson learned.

Beautiful space, lots of class options and times, instructors are awesome! Parking is easy.read more

Tarole is the best at modifying for any level. She's patient and always brings the energy. She's…read moredynamic! The classes are all uniquely different and she makes them all fun. You look down and you are sad it's done! Best workout in RVA!

Ritual Studio is truly a gem. The small class sizes make every session feel personal, and the Yoga…read moreSculpt class is the perfect mix of burn, toning, and flow, nothing like anything else I've found in Richmond! Tarole is an incredible, highly experienced instructor whose classes move so seamlessly and leave you feeling strong and motivated. The environment is welcoming, supportive, and genuinely enjoyable to work out in. I can't recommend it enough!

I highly recommend this body positive and super fun pole studio. Butter & Filth is incredible and…read moreprobably one of my favorite pole studios I've ever gone to. I feel like there are different types of pole. Some emphasize the workout, others focus on the confidence and dance aspects. I prefer the latter, but Butter & Filth does an amazing job at incorporating all the elements. It feels like a fully balanced space. I have taken a few B&F infusion classes. You are required to start with these before you can sign up for their other classes. It's a three class beginner series. They have two studios now, which are about 5 minutes driving from each other. The class mentions which location it'll take place at. If you're interested in joining this studio, you'll want to sign up for their newsletter to get notified when the registration for B&F infusion is open to signup for (usually at the beginning of the month). It seems like you're required to take it twice before moving on to their normal classes. Do not be discouraged by the pricing here. It's a local business with incredible teachers and a wonderful vibe. You don't only learn a lot, but it feels like an investment in self love. I know that sounds cheesy, but I usually leave classes there feeling inspired and really proud or good about myself. It's an amazing community and I'm excited to continue my journey with them.

SUCH an experience. Nia and her staff are the best at what they do! So communicative, passionate,…read moreand bursting with energy! If you get the chance to take classes here, DO IT!

The only way I start my weekends! Andrea and the staff take such good care of us! Helping us…read morethrough all the moves, providing guidance and correction. I've tried a few different studios in Richmond and this is where I feel the most at home. If you want a good workout where you feel stronger at the end of every session - this is where you go!

I came here with a small group of friends, and we were all instantly impressed. The studio is…read moreadorable, clean, and has such a welcoming vibe. Our coach, Gigi, was incredibly kind and super helpful; She adjusted our reformers and made sure we were doing each move correctly. The class is definitely challenging, but in a fun and motivating way. You feel pushed without feeling overwhelmed, and it really makes you want to come back and keep improving. Make sure to bring a pair of grippy socks, but if you forget, they have some available for purchase, along with water and energy drinks. I had a great time and will definitely be back!

This studio may get a higher rating, depending on what you like in a spin studio. I have only been…read morehere once on a free guest pass. The positives: very friendly staff, free shoe rental on your first visit, cold towel at the end of class, easy to book online, conveniently located. The negatives: the class was very crowded (the bikes are practically touching each other), it was so hot and there is one bathroom that had a big line before class because it was the only place people could change. The temperature is the real problem and the regulars said it can get that hot when it's full. If you don't mind the heat, then you will probably enjoy your class more than I did.

My review carried over from the Museum District location to this one. Just updated to say that…read morethis one is just as great, and I'm seriously considering making this a regular spot even with the steep price tag. It's tucked on the ground floor of the Patrick Henry Square Apt building, at the corner of 24th & Marshall- super close to St. John's Church. It's cozy inside- fairly small studio. My class last night was with Amanda and she definitely provided a solid class. Loved the music and the variety of moves on the bike. They finish the class with wet wash clothes that are heavenly!