Yes, we keep the room nice and toasty! The heat is intentional—it helps to warm your muscles, allowing you to stretch more deeply and safely, and it induces a powerful detoxifying sweat. If you’re new to the heat, don’t worry. It’s completely normal to feel a bit overwhelmed at first. Just focus on your breathing, take breaks whenever you need to, and remember that you’re building resilience with every minute you stay in the room. We really encourage you to stay in the room. If you start to feel overheated, you don’t need to leave—just stop moving. Sit or lie down, be still, and focus on your breath. Staying in the room is a huge part of the practice; it helps you acclimate to the heat and builds the mental discipline that makes this class so transformative. Within a few sessions, you’ll find that your body adapts, and you’ll start to appreciate that quiet, focused environment.

Come with an open mind and work at your pace. Hydration is key! We highly recommend drinking plenty of water throughout the day before coming to the studio . Electrolyes are highly recommended too. Try to avoid eating a heavy meal two hours prior to your session . When you pack your bag, bring a yoga mat, a water bottle, and a large towel (or two) to cover your mat to absorb sweat during your practice .

We hear this a lot, and we want to clear the air: what might seem like "strictness" is actually just a high level of care and intention. We aren't here to be rigid or demanding; we’re here to provide a safe, structured space where you can get the best possible results. The discipline of this class is there to help you focus, stay safe, and get the most out of your practice.You will find that soon you’ll even grow to love the discipline and the sense of peace it gives. You’ll begin to crave the stillness and the way the class helps you leave your stress at the door. Just keep showing up and you’ll be amazed at how quickly you find your rhythm.

Absolutely. In fact, Hot 26 yoga is one of the best places to start! Because the sequence is the same every time, you’ll quickly learn the postures and start to understand how they work for your body. There’s no "right" way to look in a pose; there’s only the way that helps you grow. Our teachers are there to support you, not judge you.

You’ll feel the benefits after your very first class! However, if you’re looking for deeper healing, increased flexibility, or a transformation in your strength, we recommend aiming for 3–4 classes a week.

The structure is the "medicine" of the Hot 26 and is designed to work the entire body. Because the sequence is the same every time, it becomes a moving meditation. By keeping the room quiet and encouraging you to stay in the room, we’re helping you build a beautiful form of mental resilience that helps you learn how to stay calm and focused, even when things get challenging.

Not at all. That’s like saying you need to be clean to take a shower! You don’t come to yoga because you’re flexible; you come to yoga to become flexible. The heat and the consistent practice will do the work for you—all you have to do is show up.

While other classes might flow quickly from one movement to the next, the Hot 26 is a static, systematic sequence. You’ll hold each posture for a specific amount of time, which allows you to really focus on your alignment, muscle engagement, and breath control. It’s a "moving meditation" that builds incredible focus and discipline.