I came for a Sculpt class. Clean facilities located right on the 3rd + 4th floors. It's a narrow stairway to get up. The front desk, lockers, and showers are on the 3rd floor, where they provide you with a bath towel if needed. There are only 3 showers and 2 bathrooms, so expect to wait. The showers and locker area are co-ed, so be sure to change in the shower room before coming out. There's an open vanity area by the lockers to get ready afterwards. The studio is upstairs, where phones aren't allowed, since it's a heated room. Thankfully, the room isn't as hot as some other heated studios I've been to. Mat + towel combo for rental is $9, but the fee is waived if it's your first class. Before you enter the heated room, you're instructed to take a set of 3lb weights, a resistance band, and ankle weights. Depending on the class, you'll also take a yoga block. Their Sculpt class has a short stretch portion for cool down and no cardio (like CorePower). Only downside I'd say is that there are no mirrors to check your form and they turn off the lights in the class, but that's their brand. Overall, I had a good sweat + would return for another heated sculpt class! read more

Y7 Studio - Upstairs towards the studio - Yoga Near Me - New York, New York

Update: I found an email from 2 years ago that confirmed my subscription. In very small print is a link that says 'Manage your account'. I clicked on that link and was taken to a dedicated account page where I was able to cancel my subscription. But you should be able to access your account from the main online subscription page. That you are not able to is deliberate. That no one responded to my emails or helped me navigate to cancelling my subscription is also deliberate. This is a deceptive scheme--SCAM--to continue to take money from people for as long as they can. If I had not found that email buried in my inbox I would still be trying to get them to help me. read more

I've been going to this studio for years through ClassPass and would give 5 stars to their SLOW BURN CLASS! Honestly that's the only one I go to because it feels more traditional to me since you hold the poses longer and the music doesn't feel as loud (maybe I'm just imagining that). You get a great stretch and sweat! My only complaint is they don't offer slow burn as much as the other classes and is usually either really late or early morning. Would love if they could add another class?? Also the ones I always go to are packed! Maybe an afternoon option? I would definitely attend more if they offered that if you don't like the other classes try slow burn! and be prepared to walk up a lot of stairs at this location. The newer space is great /more spacious read more

Class gets full and very hot! Make sure you are on time because they close it out promptly. As an intermediate level their class was a bit fast for me. Thankful for the showers, the dry shampoo and the hair dryer!! read more

I took Amanda's Monday morning Sculpt class and am obsessed. I love all the equipment and the overall vibe of Y7, where the room is dark, the pressure is off and you just work your hardest: Her playlist was fire too and she said she makes it that morning so she's inspired. The staff was great too and charged my phone and external charger while I was in class, which were both sitting on empty. No locker room, but enough privacy with the doors. Will be back! read more

I never tried hot yoga so I signed up for Y7's new client special - 3 classes for $59. Tonight I went to Slow Burn Vinyasa. The studio is on the 3rd floor of a walk up building. The staircase is long and steep - good warm up for yoga class. I checked in and the staff gave me two towels - face towel and towel to place on the mat so it doesn't slip. The locker area is pretty big, they have a few showers and bathrooms. Everything was clean. The studios themselves are another flight up. They have mats for use if you don't have your own. The studio was heated as expected though not suffocating. I didn't know what to expect. You'll definitely sweat but they do run the fans at times to give every one a break from the heat. The class was full and the people next to you are only about 5 inches apart. I'm not new to yoga but I also don't practice often. The instructor was nice and offered help if you needed it. However they do run through the flows and poses very quickly. At some points I found myself just giving up and doing my own thing because I could not keep up with how fast the pace was. The room is dark except for some candles which sets a nice vibe. Despite feeling lost at times I do feel like I got a good workout in. The end of the class was meditative and greatly brought the pace down which I appreciated. Overall I enjoyed the class and look forward to the two others I have booked. Leaving hot yoga and walking into the cold winter air felt nice. I couldn't imagine doing hot yoga in the summer though - where you'd have no relief from the heat. I don't think this type of yoga is for every one but it's worth a shot if you're curious. read more

I absolutely LOVED this workout way more than I expected! If you're like me and yoga feels too slow, boring, or too oddly spiritual this is worth a try. I made it through the class with energy because the playlist was bomb and the heat forced me to relax in order to preserve my energy and nerves. It was fun actually for me! Now, getting to the studio took about 5 flights of stairs that were not only narrow but also nearly 180 degree angled I thought if I turned a shoulder I'd fall and go to heaven. A nice pre workout & excitement builder so when you arrive you feel energized. They wouldn't allow phones/pictures of the studio so I figured I'd show you your doom of the staircase to heaven. I chose an instructor I was very satisfied with & her class was at capacity. No one mingled before or after though so you may have to go frequently to build relationships. Lots of guys to my surprise. The staff were nice but I'll say the water is $6 & towels there stink...bring your own. They have a refillable purified water tank free to use. Go, enjoy!! read more

Y7 Studio - The narrow stairs to heaven - Yoga Near Me - New York, New York

Literally won't let you in if you show up on time. They close the doors on you before the class time is even supposed to start. Insane. Doesn't care about their paying attendees at all. Don't even bother going here read more

I wish I lived closer to this location! I frequent the Park Slope location - only because of its proximity. The front desk staff at Flatiron is much more friendly and welcoming, the facilities are more spacious and clean, the infrared heating actually works and is reliably functional, and a few of the instructors are more experienced and provide more creative and varied sequences and asanas. My wish list is for a new class level for more intermediate/advanced practitioners who crave something more than the open level / basic flows - that would bring this to 5 stars and encourage more regular attendance from yogis that rely on additional studios to advance their practice outside of y7. read more

"Gyn yoga" I tried this studio for the first time recently since it is not far from my apt. It's an interesting experience especially for a man. It's just very female oriented even compared to their studios. Nothing wrong with that but just giving fair notice to my fellow testerone carriers. It is a super dark, quiet studio with awkward non-locker room storage. Changing rooms. I'd rather have kicker rooms. Candle lit studio. Kinda hot yoga but not super hot. What's to cheer - it's kinda romantic - you can access this studio from Gym Pass What's to jeer - cramped in the studio and very hard to navigate to find a spot because it is like a black hole lit by some candles - it's a lazy workout - Feels like the instructors first time teaching - it's super feminine read more

I had a nice weekday session with Chloe here. The lobby/locker room is up a few flights of stairs, but once inside it's very spacious and clean. They have showers, bathrooms, and a few toiletries (face wipes, face cream, dry shampoo, spray on deodorant, etc) available for your use. The yoga studio was cozy and had 3 rows you could choose to set up in. There's mat wipes available in the room in case you want to clean. I thought our instructor, Chloe, was good at explaining each movement and taking us through the flows. The flows were a little too long for me though, so when we were left to go through it by ourselves I basically forgot most of it haha. There were also a lot of standing balance poses which I struggled with as a beginner. I appreciated that she didn't play the music too loudly, and it was a little calmer than my experience at the UES location. I thought the front desk staff did a great job interacting with clients. One man came in and immediately started arguing with them about the mask mandate, but the staff was very calm and professional in addressing him. read more

I wanted to write an updated review of my experience here post-COVID! I know it says on Yelp that this studio is temporarily closed, but they reopened this month! I was disappointed to hear that the Bryant Park location was permanently closed, but happy that this location reopened! The staff here was super accommodating in refunding my membership from pre-COVID, since this location is a bit farther for me and I won't be able to go as frequently. I decided to purchase a class pass instead of keeping my membership! I have been back to the studio twice already since the reopening and had great experiences both times. They take your temperature when you walk in and you fill out a COVID questionnaire in advance. Mat and towel rentals are an extra fee, but I have been bringing my own. If you show proof of vaccination, they record it in your profile and you are able to take your class off once you settle into your spot in the studio. They have markers on where to put your mat and everyone is distanced from each other. The instructors still wear masks and are not doing hands on corrections for the time being. The instructors I had so far were Casey Layne and Elise. Both were awesome in keeping with the We Flow Hard class format, but still brought individuality to the class. I love how no class is ever the same and every instructor has their own vibe! I can't wait to come back here and take class again. So happy that my go-to yoga studio has reopened! read more

Do not purchase a membership here -- they make it impossible to cancel and even if you follow instructions they will still charge you. Customer service is non existent so you can't even get a hold of anyone to help you, making it impossible to get your money back. They are unethical and don't care about their students. read more

The staff were incredible. Such an awesome vibe. Beautiful space and studios. Incredible vibe during class! Loved it!!!

I have sent so many emails and called so many times and no responses. The yoga itself was good and the instructors are nice but the lack of customer service is so frustrating. I lost a very meaningful piece of jewelry there and can not get in touch to ask if they found it, and I am also am being charged (for the past 3 months and counting) for virtual classes that I never signed up for and again no one is returning my emails or calls. I also recently hurt my ankle from the towels not being grippy enough on the mat, despite water, which is why I haven't been able to return in person either. But I should be able to get a response without having to trek all the way over there. read more

I canceled my subscription over a year ago and just checked my cc account - THEY CONTINUED TO CHARGE ME. They have horrible customer service, and frankly, this is SUPER sketchy. I can't take my CC info out of their website - I went into the account to cancel my subscription again - I wanted to check to make sure that I actually registered - and their system said my membership was still active. I can't get anyone to respond, and they do not provide a phone number to contact. Super sketchy and disappointing!!!! Do not use this studio. read more

Came to Y7 for the first time last week and had a wonderful experience. I will say it's quite the hike to get up the stairs so when you arrive in the studio, you're ready to work. There's plenty of lockers for all the students and they provide yoga mats which seem to be free - super if you don't want to lug a mat around the city or don't have room to store a mat. The flow class I took was interesting. There were 3 different flows, and we would do them slowly, to one breath one movement, then on the third round, we did it on our own time. I made the mistake of coming in an empty stomach so was getting pretty lightheaded by the end of class. Due to all the balancing poses, I couldn't do the final flow without concern I may collapse onto my neighbor so wasn't able to finish string. Regardless, I love a hard yoga class and I am so sick of feeling a class wasn't a challenge mentally or physically so this was still a great experience and just means I need to get stronger. I will be coming back to the studio and can't wait to build up my endurance and master this class! read more

I was in town for vacation and looked up studios that were close to my hotel. Y7 Studio Flatiron was a short 8 min. walk from my hotel, and I saw that they had an introductory offer on Mindbody where I could get 3 passes for $59 Although I wouldn't be able to utilize all 3 passes, this still ended up being a great deal. The cost of 3 class passes would still be cheaper than paying for 2 drop-ins ($32 each time. What was great was that mat and towel rentals were included. I thought the studio was beautiful and spacious. Loved the sleek, black design against the wood grain. I also appreciated the spa-like amenities, such as the facial cleansers. Customer service was great. Check-in was easy. The receptionist welcomed me and explained everything to me thoroughly. I took the 9am "We Flow Hard" on a Saturday morning. I didn't really know what to expect as I've never been to a Y7 Studio before. We don't have any Y7 Studios in the SF Bay Area to my knowledge, so I was very open to the new experience. The instructor provided the lowdown of their trademarked format, which consisted of 3 main flows (1 warmup and 2 dynamic sequences), a small core sequence, and then cool down. During the 3 flows, we go through it slowly once, a second time to one breath/one movement, and a third time on our own. I liked the concept of the individual yoga journey while feeding into the collective. The dark lit room and music to drown out the environment helped me to stay focused and centered on my own practice. However, I'm a little conflicted about how I felt about the overall experience. Y7 was great for intermediate to advanced practitioners, and I questioned if this would be the right space for beginner students. If I was a beginner, I think I would feel lost by how quickly the flows move. Furthermore, there was no guidance during the times we did the flows on our own. I didn't hear the teacher offer anyone alignment cues, advanced poses, modifications, etc. Not sure if that's because the teacher lacked the experience to cue or that's just the whole idea of Y7 where you're left to explore asanas on your own. As a yoga instructor myself, I just wouldn't tell someone, "OK you can go ahead and incorporate hand stands..." without explaining how to do it step by step, what to engage, etc. To be fair, the music was cranked up really loudly at this point, so if she was giving assists I wouldn't have heard her. Anyway, I got a good sweat and created time for my personal practice, and that's what mattered. To each their own! read more

Obviously this is NYC, and subway issues that are out of our control happen all the time, but apparently that concept is lost on this studio. I commuted 50 minutes from bed stuy, and got up the three flights of stairs literally only 2 minutes late for class, and was callously denied entry. I understand policy, but where is the grace? Where is the empathy? I love one of the instructors, but the studio is way too small and the front desk attitude is terrible. Surely management will make a standard statement about "safety" pointing to the policy, but 2 minutes is extreme when every class I've been to here doesn't get started until 5 mins after. Also, I've almost broken my neck exiting the studio after class because the floor is soaking wet and slippery. Apparently that's not dangerous enough though. Apparently that risk is fine in the dark, just not entering class 2 mins late while folks are still setting up and the floor is dry. Instead of telling your front desk they'll "get in trouble" for offering grace, maybe a better customer retention tool would be to offer them different talking points on how to potentially help make your loyal customers feel better and understood after being out $$ and a workout because of 2 minutes. read more

Living in NYC for the summer means one thing and one thing only... trying every yoga/pilates studio possible. This was my first time going to a Flow Vinyasa class at Y7 at their Flatiron location and it did not disappoint. I had a little difficulty actually finding the studio as it's hidden next to Deep Indian Kitchen but I found my way up the three flights of stairs into the studio. Modern and chic, the studio greeted me with free protein infused water and two wonderful women behind the front desk. The studio was clean, sanitized, and odorless. This was something I quickly noticed as I made my way up the stairs into the hot yoga room. The entirety of the class was a bit more challenging than Corepower (which is what I was hoping for) and the instructor was fabulous. The class had three flow's, and the music was surprisingly good (shoutout Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj) By far the most challenging hot yoga class I've done and will definitely be coming back! 9.9/10 read more

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Y7 Studio was the one class I wanted to try during my recent trip to NYC. It has been highly raved by the ClassPass community so I have been curious about Y7 for quite some time and signed up for Hip Hop Wednesdays with Kristen. Hip Hop Wednesdays features an artist for the duration of the class...the day I went featured A$AP Rocky. I really enjoyed the structure of the class: You go through different flows and throughout the class it gets challenging. There's even a segment where you get to flow on your own, and that got me in my own zone with the help of dimly lit setting and music. Although there were a few times I had to chill in child's pose, I love the workout I got out of this class. While I would love to give Y7 a solid 5 star rating, the amenities leave much to desire. There are no showers and not a lot of space in the waiting room or changing areas. This causes crowding during the transition of classes getting out, while others are trying to get in for the next session. Other than that, I highly recommend Y7 for those who have some yoga experience under their belt. read more

Y7 Studio - Yoga Near Me - New York, New York

The front desk man at this location is always unpleasant. I've had issues with him being rude every time I've come. Today I was 2 minutes late and he was going to let me in until I said I was dropping in, the class wasn't full, and we've all seen people come into this studio late. I've seen people join late every single class. I really feel this is the worst location simply because of the customer service. read more

I have been taking classes with Y7 for years and have never been late. Due major delays with subways, I arrived to the studio 6 minutes late and was told I would not be allowed in as it would "disrupt the flow", as if a 15 second distraction would ruin the class. I understand this is their policy, but I was not aware of this and would have just cancelled the class and accepted a late fee knowing I would be late. I did not do this because I have seen people be allowed in late and it certainly did not disrupt the flow, and figured they would do the same for me arriving late this one time, but that was not the case. I asked if as a courtesy they could provide me with a free class for the inconvenience and rude treatment for a loyal customer having learned my lesson to not be late, but they refused. This is terrible business practice and incredibly self righteous for a business that claims to support mental health, mindfulness, and acceptance. I will not be returning and will be supporting other studios like Lyos Den, Corepower, and Modo Yoga. read more

I've been here a couple times a few months ago with a friend, but decided to commit to the January Sweat to Reset challenge to get in a good mindset for the new year. The facility is very nice. Plenty of lockers, a couple of changing rooms as well as showers and bathrooms. The studios are on a floor above which is actually really nice because any sound coming from the waiting room area can't be heard while you're practicing. The front desk staff has always been super kind and welcoming upon arrival. I will say, that I wouldn't recommend this to someone who has never done yoga before. You need to be familiar with a basic understanding of some the terms and positions as the room is dark and there isn't a lot of emphasis on what each position is when the structure is being called out. With that being said, I'd you are new, there are plenty of people in the room that you can follow, but that could potentially be frustrating. What I do love is that your practice and what you bring to the mat is truly up to you. Need to just flow on your own or sit in child's pose through a flow, go for it! The instructors never make you feel like you need to be keeping up or doing more. Towels and mats are available for you to use, but I tend to bring my own additional one because you will sweat, a lot! The typical uniform is people wearing their sports bras or other tight fitting tops (or no shirts for men) and tights/leggings. My first time I went I was wearing a dri-fit style shirt because I wasn't comfortable just wearing a sports bra. Halfway through the class I took it off because it was drenched. Everyone is sweating so much and working hard that no one cares what you look like, so dress however you feel most comfortable. read more

I am new to yoga, but I thought I'd give Y7 a try after hearing the owner on my favorite podcast (Diet Starts Tomorrow). They say this is meant for all levels but I have to strongly disagree. I've taken maybe 3-4 yoga classes in my entire life and have zero clue the name of any pose and when the instructor talks fast and in the almost pitch black room, it's hard to keep up. I told the instructor it was my first class and she was really good about correcting my positions, but for the most part I had to try to follow the people around me to be on pace, which kind of took the "zen" out of what yoga is supposed to be I guess. Aside from my experience level, I have to say it really was a good workout. The infrared heat was JUST enough. I loved how it was more of a dry heat so it was still bearable to breathe, but I worked up an insane sweat. I loved the studio vibe, the matte black contemporary look is right up my alley, and I was a huge fan of the pitch black studio, so even if I couldn't keep up I was still able to not feel weird about it. I would love to come back and take another class but I definitely need to take a few beginner style classes before jumping right into it again! read more

I love Y7! I've been a member for almost 4 years now. The only thing that stops me from giving this review 5 stars is the fact that they don't have a lot of amenities/diversity like they used to. We used to be able to bring a friend and now we can't, so I end up doing a lot of these classes alone - which is fine. But, it'd be nice to have a friend come with me to experience Y7. To me, referrals are the best way to get new clients, so how will my friends know they'll like Y7 if they don't try it (even if it's one freebie)? read more

I'm an avid yogi, but rather put off by this overcrowded studio. The class was decent and a good workout, but if you're someone who enjoy's personal space this is not the studio for you. On top of being crowded, a send of community that I have enjoyed in many yoga studios is not present here. I found the members rather rude and inconsiderate while navigating the tight space. Seems like a potentially cool concept and focused on catering to millennials, but unfortunately left me rather disappointed. read more

THIS STUDIO HAS NO SHOWERS. How do you have a place where you teach HOT YOGA (the class is literally called sweatfest) and you have NO SHOWERS? All the have is a 'refresh room' which is literally a bathroom (with an out of order toilet), some face wash, and a hand dryer. There are plenty of other Y7 locations that DO have showers, and I like their company as a whole, just not this location. read more

Please get new towels. Your ratty ass disgusting towels (they were all like this) are pretty horrible. Also the class was meh. And now changing room for women or men? Again...no thanks. The class was basic. read more

Y7 Studio - These are their ratty ass disgusting towels. They're all like this, including the smaller workout towels. Gross. - Yoga Near Me - New York, New York

This is not necessarily the best smelling studio, but nice staff and a good workout. Lots of sweating in the heated rooms And freedom given the "freestyle" times to do your own thing- though this might not be for everyone. read more

Pretty good class and vinyasa flow. The main thing to know is the class focuses on standing postures mostly. There is a little centering at the beginning with a small focus on pranyama. Pretty quickly you are started on sun salutations and then a series of standing sequences. You repeat each one 3 times-- first time together and slower, 2nd time faster (one breath one movement) and last round at your own pace with freedom to flow. You end with some short core work and very little seated poses or backbends. No inversions or arm balances. Of note I've only taken one class. Not sure if the format is the same for all instructors. I enjoyed the teacher Hilary. She instructed clearly and didn't "over instruct". There were cues and verbal adjustments, some reminders on breath and some "new age" talk. Not over the top on anything which is great! I feel some teachers try too hard.. But I enjoyed Hilary's balanced style!! The room is dark and has some lights around the room. This encourages you to focus on feeling the pose and not on the look of it or how anyone looks around you. I did have to get used to the darkness and it made some balance poses hard. The room is heated to 80-90 degrees so it's not unbearable! I liked the temperature. No where near bikram (which is a good thing in my opinion). They use chill hip hop music! I enjoyed the unique playlist. Some may think it's a gimmick or distracting, but I honestly think it boosted my energy. The studio itself is pretty nice. The outside is brightly lit, smells nice and they have some apparel that's really cute. There are cubbies for your stuff. 2 bathrooms with some beauty products to freshen up. No showers. Drop in is $25 so kinda pricey. Be sure to sign up for the new student specials!! $45 unlimited 2 weeks!! Overall I enjoyed the flow and felt like I got a good work out. The music was good and the instructor was great as well!! Will be back read more

My favorite hot yoga studio - mainly because of their hip-hop yoga classes. It took me awhile to get used to hot yoga but now, my Sunday afternoons are only good if I can get a hip hop yoga sesh in! I've taken a slew of classes with Kristen and she is my favorite instructor. She was away one weekend and unbeknownst to me, she had a sub who I did not like. I think her name was Jennifer and she was barking orders/postures and I don't need a militant voice giving directions; it was too abrasive. In contrast, I like Kristen's style and the calm way she leads the classes. In my opinion, the format of the class is more for an intermediate yogi. That's not to say you can't pick it up, because I definitely am not a newbie, but I'm still working on crow pose, etc. The instructor guides you through a series of flows 2-3x and then gives you 3 minutes to do it on your own. I definitely do not always remember the sequences but am getting much better about paying close attention. It's not a big deal though if you don't recall - Kristen always encourages you to add to or take away from the flows and adjust as much as you need to for your body and for where you are at that class. It's also dimly lit so they can't see you if you're not doing your chaturanga correctly, etc, so it's better if you have more knowledge about the various poses. Tips: Bring a canteen of water - you're going to need it. The class is heated and you will be sweating like crazy! Bring your own mat and towel or you can rent that and a towel for a total of $5. Don't bring too many things because they have cubby holes for your belongings (no lockers) so everything is on the honor system. They have face wipes for after class but no showers. There are only 2 bathrooms. read more

Fave hot yoga studio in NYC. It's pretty fast paced, with three flows per class, each with a flow on your own portion, so if you're a beginner or looking for more instruction, this probably isn't your best bet. Mats / towels are available to rent, and the studio and shower facilities are clean and calming. You'll sweat, you'll push yourself, and you'll get a little hip hop fix. And even though the whole "tribe" thing is all over the walls and gear, you'll be made to feel welcome by all who work here, no matter your yoga expertise! (Trust me, I fall out of about a dozen poses per class) read more

After moving from LA it's been difficult trying to find a yoga studio where you actually get a work out. My first class was with Michelle, I didn't care for her too much. she was extremely rude not sure if she was having a bad day but came right to my friend and I before class started asking us to be quiet. We were in class at 6:45 for the 7pm class. Mind you I get its a yoga class and if there are rules why not just announce it to everyone don't single people out. leave the attitude at the door honey!! we are all here to have fun!! I will definitely be trying other instructors!! Tip: the stairs up to the studio are a workout itself so be prepared Bring your own mat, towels and water or you will pay to rent a mat!! read more

I walked into the studio 4 minutes late on a day in nyc when there was extreme traffic and public transport delayed due to an NYPD funeral and an incoming winter storm. They give you absolutely zero wiggle room and do not offer a refund. My bus didn't show and the trains were late, so I spent $40 on a cab to get to this class I already paid $25 for just to be turned away for being 4 minutes late. I started to cry after wasting so much time and money, and no one did anything to help. They say it's a "safety issue" to walk into the dark room late. Grow up. read more

FYI - I know very little about yoga, as I've been to only a handful of classes, so excuse me if I call every pose, child's play or downward dog or butcher the "lingo." I just came here after getting a trial of ClassPass. What I LOVED: + The Instructor + Instruction: Megan was great, sans her "hip-hop" selection (but more on that later). You could tell that she was very well-trained in both yoga and general fitness by her dedication to the "flow" and emphasis on the movement on certain body parts for the best workout. She spoke at just the right volume, and adjusted the music at the perfect time. Although other Yelpers have warned that Y7 instructors are very hands-off and it could be difficult for new yogi's, I found that Megan's hands-on, then hands-off instruction was perfect for me (someone who lives in the child's play position but had no idea that it had a name). Plus, all the other girls in the class seem like yoga master's so I had a ton of teachers, honestly! I sat in the back row, but I didn't feel isolated or lost as Megan walked around frequently. We did three flows, and within each flow, Megan would lead us through the movement about twice on each side and subsequently, allow about 1 minute of freestyle with the music turned up. The workout was good. I felt my abs tighten, I felt my limbs stretch, and I felt a calm. + The Yoga Studio: I actually appreciate a dark (almost pitch black), candle-lit studio, the ambiance is much more serene, relaxing and very much less judgmental. I accidentally fanned out one of the candles while putting down my mat, so I experienced even ~more~ darkness on my left side, but my right side held it down. Also, darkness helps because about 20 minutes into the class, you will start to sweat profusely. And it will be gross + good at the same time. It will drip down your face, down your legs and onto your mat, which will transform it into a slip-n-slide. Make sure to bring a towel, get a complimentary one from the front desk, or rent a skid less one for $3. You will need it! And wear the least amount of clothes possible, or very moisture-wicking clothing if you're fancy. And don't feel bad that you're literally showering sweat, because, surprise! When you walk out into the light, you'll see that everyone else was too. What I HATED (disliked): + Size: The studio was a decent size for the amount of people (I assume around 20) practicing, but once the class was released, the actual "lobby/front desk area," was so crowded. There are cubbies, two chairs, a bench, two racks of merchandise, a table of merchandise, racks for mat rentals, a stand-up AC and a front desk. My class was all pressed together, also amongst the people who were waiting for the next class to start. We were literally, "A Tribe Called Sweat." There was a wait for the bathroom (only 2). There are plenty of mirrors to look at yourself, be disgusted, and have little wiggle room to do anything about it. Yay! + Hip Hop Selection: Although I couldn't fathom how hip hop and yoga could meet at a safe space, I was still quite optimistic about the class. Prior to choosing a class slot, I looked to see if the music preferences of the instructors were listed on ClassPass or on the website (like SoulCycle), but I found nothing. I decided to take a chance either way. Upon arrival, The " A Tribe Called Sweat" merchandise in the lobby amphed me up even more. I took this as a sure sign that the hip hop would be along the lines of "A Tribe Called Quest," and there if no way that could ever be a bad experience. WRONG. My instructor played purely "pop music," and if she played any "hip hop," she played it during the point that the music was inaudible. PLEASE, if you're going to brand yourself as a yoga company that is MUSIC-centered, specify the preferences of the instructors. PLEASE, if you're going to brand yourself as a yoga studio that is HIP-HOP-centered, please refrain from pop music, and off-brand mixes of well-known hip hop songs. It was also be a nice touch to employ some POC. What you SHOULD do: + If you're looking for a good yoga sweat, try it out. The music could be a throwaway. I did it through ClassPass, so I'm not sure of the pricing but after your first class, they offer you 2 weeks/$45 PRO TIP: + Be prepared to walk up about 4 flights of stairs. The workout starts at the front door! + Bring a towel, and moist towelettes, or baby wipes. Bring the closest thing to a shower that you can. + Bring water. + Be ready for class (dress @ home). + Bring your own mat - I'm sure they clean theirs thoroughly, but they get pretty sweaty. I'd feel more comfortable using my own. read more

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I've tried to persuade a special man friend that Y7 Yoga is analogous to a night at the club - minus the drunk people. Dark, sweaty, sensual, candlelit, desensitizing your primary senses, semi nude gyrations, excellent music, plentiful posturing, getting yourself in a bind, eventual passing out. I still haven't convinced him, but I continue to attend for these reasons. Mike Rosen's classes are challenging and affirming. Of the 25+ or so classes I've taken at various Y7's bi-coastally, he stands out with fluid sequencing. read more

Can't leave a review for how the class actually is cus apparently you need to show your vax card to get in (haven't carried it around in months and have worked out all over the city no problem). read more

After months of hearing about Y7, I decided to finally to take the plunge and I had a pretty stellar experience. Because I work in flatiron on 23rd, I found this location super convenient for me. The door is tucked away in between storefronts and the studio itself is up a 4 floor walk up. I've been practicing yoga for about a year, and would say I'm pretty average, but can handle most yoga classes. I've only ever done traditional vinyasa/hatha/etc. classes, and this was by FAR the most unique experience I've had. The ladies working the front desk were personable and quick to get me set up for class. When you enter the studio, it's nearly pitch black with candles dimly lit, and the heat is turned UP. My instructor Krista was attentive, knowledgeable in yoga, and infused her humor within the practice that didn't feel intrusive, but refreshing. The practice itself is pretty advanced and is broken into 3 sessions of 3 different poses - she walks you through one section of poses, you go through the motions 1 breath to 1 pose, then it's a free for all for a minute or so. There are "warm up/cool down" phases with light music, where you get to stretch out, like any other yoga class. You will POUR sweat, so you absolutely need to bring water with you (or purchase one there) and grab a face towel. The rest of the space is pretty small and gets congested in between classes, while the previous class is trying to get their stuff to leave, and the upcoming class is waiting for the studio to be cleaned. On top of that, there aren't locker rooms/showers, just private bathrooms. And after a very hot yoga class, it's a bit of a problem. I'd probably be more enticed to go if the prices of classes were prorated to make up for it. Otherwise, I'm likely to only go on Saturdays or Sundays, when I don't have to be anywhere after class. All in all, I'd 100% recommend Y7 to anyone looking for a fresh take on yoga, especially if you're into Drake, Jay-Z, or A$AP Rocky. read more

In a city like NYC with hundreds of boutique fitness studios, yoga studios need to do something unique to stand out if they want to stay relevant. Y7 has passed this test with flying colors. I've been to many yoga studios through ClassPass, and Y7 is by far my favorite because it's so different from the others! The studio offers one type of class: hip-hop yoga fusion in a dark, candlelit room heated between 80-90 degrees. At other studios I find myself getting bored halfway through the class, with my eyes on the class for the rest of class counting the minutes until savasana. Not at Y7! The class is broken into a couple of segments - class starts off with a few stretches, and then the instructor goes through 3 vinyasas. For each vinyasa the teacher first goes through the poses slowly, then at a quicker pace of 1 breath per movement. For the third set, the instructor puts on a hip hop song (often Drake or Jay-Z) and you get to flow on your own. The class ends with some more stretching poses, and then my favorite - Savasana. I also love that there is no clock in the room. What's great is that every class is different because you can put your own spin on the different poses. Plus, the mix of music played keeps things interesting. As much as I love Y7, I'm taking off one star because I do think they should have multiple showers at all locations. The Flatiron location is next to my office, but I'm not able to go as much as I'd like to since I can't shower afterwards. After a 60 minute "a beat bumpin' sweat drippin experience," (as they describe it) dry shampoo and face wipes just doesn't cut it. I have been visiting Y7 three times per month for the past 2 years through ClassPass. Since Y7 has become so popular, it's difficult to get into prime-time classes through ClassPass. Next month I'm planning on putting ClassPass on hold and trying a month of unlimited Y7 ($99 for first-timers)! read more