I spent about two decades in front of the computer, either studying or working, or both. Over time, the lack of movement got me more and more disconnected from my body, and I felt a bit depressed that I was no longer as active as I used to be. So I tried different physical activities - yoga spoke to me the most. It's wasn't just a workout at a gym, it was bigger than that. As I practiced more, I'd come to realize that physical aspect of yoga was a door to emotional and mental health, a path to a better life. Three years ago, I committed myself to regular practice with BRIGHT HEART yoga studio, and I've kept my promise. Today, I feel healthier, stronger and more energetic. I like being outdoors, and the physical competence I've acquired over these last three years makes my experience so much more enjoyable. Today I am who I wanted to be. I worry less and I do more. It's not something that happens to you overnight. It's what you create. Don't wait for tomorrow, start today. read more

Bright Heart Yoga Studio - Yoga Near Me - Cupertino, California

I'm new to the area and decided to join a yoga studio for the month. I saw that Bright Heart Yoga Studio has a wonderful deal for new students! It is only 39 dollars for the first month, for unlimited classes. I decided I had to join. I've been doing hot yoga on and off for the past ten years. Everyone at the studio is very kind and accommodating, they let you work at your own level and pace. They also allow you to borrow a mat, at no extra charge, if you happen to forget yours! I really recommend this place. I love all the instructors, the other students and the studio. The studio is small enough that it is doesn't feel overwhelming. Give this place a try! You won't regret it! read more

I found Bright Heart through Groupon and bought the 10 pack class deal before signing up for my first month of membership. The 10 pack of classes was around $35 and the 1 month unlimited classes was $30 if I remember correctly - both great deals. Moving forward I think membership will be around $80 (?) for unlimited classes every month, which is still totally affordable if you plan on going often. (: If you're strapped for cash, I believe there are community classes once a week for maybe $5-$10. So far I have taken Saturday 9 AM class with Patricia, and Monday and Tuesday 6 AM (woof!) classes with Tracy and Dave. I am so pleased with the class size (small), location (5 min. drive from my house), heat (around 78 degrees?), and friendliness (the instructors are great!). All three teachers have been fabulous about pointing out adjustments to improve my practice, explaining different positions according to levels of students, and helping push me further into my lunges and stretches. I love hands-on personalized instruction, and you can find that here! At the end of class when you are laying down and meditating, you get a damp, cool washcloth that smells like lavender to put over your eyes and wipe down. Especially for the early morning classes, I love that you arrive in the dark, and flow into the morning, with the sun rising and shining in greeting in your face by the end of class. I'm still adjusting to waking up at 5-something, but I feel so positive and centered for the rest of the day -- the struggle is worth it! Check this place out. read more

Bright Heart Yoga Studio - Spaces are neatly marked with tape on the floor, there are blocks you can grab, and a water dispenser of course! - Yoga Near Me - Cupertino, California

I am in Cupertino for work for three weeks and found Bright Heart through Yelp and decided to join. The teachers, Dave and Tracy, are knowledgeable and friendly and they pay particular attention to the students making sure they're doing the correct poses. Awesome studio, awesome teachers! read more

Bright Heart Yoga Studio - Yoga Near Me - Cupertino, California

This studio deserves more reviews! Great find, glad I gave it a try as it's right next to my workplace. This inconspicuous studio is near De Anza and Stevens Creek Blvd. They share a lot with the hair salon next door so parking is never a problem. I purchased their new member special, $30/month, which is such a steal! The best deal I've found--their prices are very competitive which is a plus since everything is so expensive in Silicon Valley. One of my favorite things about this studio is that they give you a lavender scented towel at the end of class. I look forward to it during savasana! Makes it super relaxing after a hot & sweaty flow. The inspirational sayings posted on the ceiling and walls is a nice touch. Also, if you're running late, no worries! Just use their back entrance. I have enjoyed all my classes here and look forward to coming back. read more

I think this place gets lost in the sea of studios present in the bay. So much so, that I kept putting off paying this place a visit. And I can't believe I did. After frequenting well over 10+ studios over the last 5 years, I have only grown fonder of this place with every subsequent visit. Jackie has set up a very friendly and welcoming place. There is a lot of focus on breathing and working through your poses with an encouraged sense of self awareness. There are times during the class when I want to just wither into my child's pose and call it a day, but the spirit of the other students rubs off on you and you hang in there. If anything, that final shavasana feels so liberating and empowering - a testament to how well the yoga practice is received. It is by far the most reasonably priced as well. My favorites are Manal and Jackie. I also enjoyed classes with mugdha and mishri. read more

Take off your shoes and socks, walk into the room, and immediately your olfactory cells will recognize the smell of lavender. How often do you get to walk into a room and feel immediately at peace? It was also my first time doing hot yoga and the temperature was set to 94 degrees. I recommend the 615pm session so you get to watch the sunset as the sun radiates onto your body. At the end of your 60 minute session, you will be provided with a cold face towel. Lay down on your mat, place it on your face, and let go of your worries (: Tip for new members only: unlimited sessions for $30 first month read more

This is a great yoga place! The heated studio makes the poses easy and our body much more flexible. I'm losing pounds and am more toned now. The instructors are very friendly and I feel so much at home and relaxed here, unlike other commercial gyms or centers. The prices are good too! read more

I took my first class last night and I am very impressed with the attention to detail. I have received welcoming emails, a motivational text and affirmations. The teacher was kind and thoughtful, I didn't feel judged or pushed. I am completely out of shape and after lasts night class, I have motivation. Absolutely a unique experience and I'm so grateful. read more

Bright heart is an amazing studio, you can tell alot of regulars are addicted! It used to be inside out yoga, but the owner sold it. There are alot of the same instructors remaining from inside out yoga which is great because they are all amazing! Overall the instructors have great variety as far as style goes and they all teach you important things to improve your practice. It is a heated power vinyasa studio...expect to get sweaty, so bring water and a towel! If you are a beginner I would make sure to check the schedule because the advanced classes are intense. I highly recommend this studio, it has a great membership deal and good vibes, it is definitely worth your time! read more

I found Bright Heart Yoga after doing a google search for "Baptiste Yoga San Jose". It had been several years since I'd done such a search (I came up snake eyes for this search a couple years back) and I was surprised to get a hit. To say I was pleased to see the Baptiste Affiliate logo at the bottom of their website is an understatement. My hotel was in Milpitas, and they're in Cupertino, so it was no small effort for me to get there by 6:15pm, but OH MY am I glad I did!! I paid for a drop-in to take Tracy Spencer's 6:15 class and it was a small class (3 people, what luck?!) so I received extra attention and extra hands-on assists. Her verbal cues were specific and helpful as I moved from pose to pose. The studio was a pleasing temperature and I began to sweat very quickly. I liked that their loaner mats are at no charge, and they're the Lululemon reversible mats! I've not practiced on a Lululemon mat and it was an interesting switch up from my Mandua Black Mat Pro (but I won't be changing it to a Lulu mat anytime soon). I adored the little stickers/signs on the ceiling that said things like "relax" or "LOL". They made me smile as I took Warrior 1 in to a back bend and "saw something new". The cherry on the pie was the lavender scented cool washcloth offered at the end of class. Oh my, how I would totally make this my regular studio if I lived in Silicon Valley. It was totally worth the drive to get this level of attention and instruction in a delightful space! I definitely will be back when I travel to San Jose on business in the future! An official Baptiste studio in Silicon Valley is an extremely wonderful thing and everyone who CAN get to this studio SHOULD. read more

Just W-O-W! This studio is small but is probably the best studio I have ever been to and I've visited around 5-7 studios in the Bay Area. Clientele is fantastic, space is bright, parking is easy and love ALL the instructors who are quite knowledgeable and pay attention to you individually. In one class I realized I was doing a few postures wrong for years! The class is different every time so I am never bored and the teachers make you laugh, at BH you are part of a community and at the beginning of class they usually they have you introduce yourself to your neighbor so its not awkard if you fall out of a pose onto their mat, or you accidentally touch them when transitioning into a new pose. If I could offer someone advice who is planning on trying out Bright Heart, sign up online for the class in advance and get there early, it gets crowded quickly (more crowded than some of the classes I have experienced in San Francisco) read more

I recently moved to California and was looking for a yoga studio to fit my needs, bright heart is the perfect place! As a fan of heated vinyasa flow Bright Heart offers me exactly what I need. Every instructor is warm and welcoming, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful and encouraging. The price is right and the schedule offers a variety of times everyday to fit the various schedules of every individual. I have never had anything but great experiences at Bright Heart and I'm always excited for my next class. I highly recommend them for yoga needs! read more

Great studio with great teachers that teach in Baptiste style of yoga. I have tried Jacky's, Yasuko's, and Chris' classes. They're all great! Each teacher has their own pace, but the rough structure of each class is the same. I'm used to ashtanga where there is less variability; so this kind of creativity is pretty good for me to learn new poses. 90 degrees is quite a high temperature in my mind, but it turns out this is really on the lower end of things as far as hot yoga goes. It's taken me 2-3 classes to adjust to the heat, and I've seen a lot of progress/improvement in my strength since taking classes here. I will probably continue a membership here after my Groupon runs out - the studio is small, lots of regulars, and they run their own teacher training program. Really like the homey quality of this studio! Oh - one last thing! Love that there are two changing rooms and free loaner mats, as well as the cooling towels they provide at the end of class - little things like that make me that much more likely to go to class each week! :) read more

I started my yoga journey at this studio about six months ago. Every step of the way, I have been pleased. Pleased with the aesthetics of the studio; the kindness and supportive nature of the instructors; and the results of continual visits. I decided to practice at this studio because of the availability of classes (early morning to evening) and because of the Groupon that was available. The only thing that I would have done differently then, is to not purchase the 10-class Groupon and opt for the introductory month of unlimited classes because I went through the 10 classes in about three weeks! I appreciate how easy it is to check in to class whether it be online, hours or days before class, or in studio. The process is streamlined. I also appreciate how the instructors are there to provide guidance and support without promoting purchasing any items or memberships. Most of all, after a long practice, I enjoy the cool lavender towel given at Savasana. read more

I highly recommend this studio. I practiced for a year at this studio and I think they have a lot of options for busy silicon vallley folks. I like the 6:30 am to get into gear first thing in the morning. A 1 hour noon class is perfect for a quick lunch break escape and then the traditional 90 minute evening classes are great if you have time. All the classes are in about 80-90 degree heat and expect a fast flowing vinyasa. so good cardio as well. read more

I was visiting Cupertino and wanted to spend some time focusing on yoga. This place was awesome in every way. As I was not from the area, I called a few places to get info. Bright Heart Yoga Studio was the only place who answered all my questions, provided an excellent service and delivered outstanding classes. I look forward to visiting Cupertino again and of course going back to Bright Heart Yoga Studio. Thank you to all my instructors! read more

This is an excellent studio with friendly faces and knowledgeable teachers. The room is heated to a comfortably warm temperature of 85 degrees. The space is spotless, comforting and introspective with stickers stuck sporadically on the ceiling to focus on when you are in a pose. A lavender scented damp towel is given at the end of class which is amazing. They hold many events and workshops throughout the year to help complement your practice. Their normal class roster typically consists of power vinayasa, power basics and power restore. Power restore is probably my favorite, a class that focuses on restorative poses and flexibility. The pricing is very manageable for a bay area studio and well worth it! The teachers are all extremely forthcoming, positive and really help push you to get stronger. Ive taken most of my classes with Jackie, who is excellent, taking cues from her knowledge as a practicing physical therapist and yoga teacher. Nikki Wong leads an amazing 90-minute vinyasa flow at 9am on Sundays. This class really challenges you in the best way, highly recommended. Chris leads a dynamic uplifting class that pushes you to your edge. Each teacher brings their unique perspective and skills which is awesome. You wont be disappointed in committing to this studio. Highly recommended. read more

I'm new to Yoga and Bright Heart has been great and challenging. Lots of sweat in the 90 deg F studio. I'm a guy and one of the few, but I have had no issues with this. The instructors are good - especially Jessica :) . The studio is spotless and the cool towels at the end of the session are very relaxing. read more

This is such a lovely little studio. I started out with their newcomer's deal of $39 for a month of classes. They have classes throughout the day so it's perfect if you have an unpredictable schedule. There's a huge shared lot with the neighboring businesses. Don't make my mistake of going through the front door! You walk around back and enter through a side door where you check in or sign up at the front desk. Shoes and things go in shelving near the entrance. There are blocks and straps you can borrow too. The classes have been wonderful so far in helping me build strength, balance, and starting off the day with a clear head. I'm probably echoing some people but I love the cold lavender towels they hand out near the end of class. It's a great way to cool off and center yourself as the class comes to an end. All of the teachers are great and bring a positive energy to the classes. I highly recommend checking this place out if you're looking for a good yoga studio. read more

So happy to have discovered this place. First, I was a bit hesitant to enter, but once I stepped in the place felt comfortable, a cozy yoga studio. Both Marina and Bridgette were kind and presented a welcoming first impression. Thank you. I gladly signed up for the $30 for the first 30 days. Great! Masking tapes marks grids on the floor for people to place mats, what a novel idea! Never seen it before. Awesome, good structure for to know where to put mats. Her instructions were direct, and clear; easy to follows the intensity is about right for me. This is an excellent cozy/welcoming yoga studio in Silicon Valley that is comparable to Portland. 5 stars for sure! Thanks! read more

Okay so I have many problems with this place: 1. The room is super small, which tries to accommodate about 25-30 people. There is no air conditioning in the room, so it gets super stuffy and stinky. 2. I had asked them for a personal trainer and I was told to come and attend a group class to get a feel for the whole thing. I did go and inform the trainer that I have never done yoga ever before, no attention was paid even when I was struggling and was feeling dizzy. 3. They don't have beginner class or anything like that. Just one level for all. Everyone in the class is at a different level of fitness. So it's like one person is super flexible and the other one is barely managing. This was first yoga experience ever and it was terrible! If you want to go to this place, be ready to feel bad about yourself. read more

This is a fantastic yoga studio. It is small, cute studio that has everything you need for a successful yoga practice. I have been going to Bright Heart for 2 years and I am finally getting around to writing this well deserved 5 star review. If you are looking for a great work out in a not-overly heated studio, with great instructors who know how to teach to all yoga levels, this is the place. The tradition of Baptiste Yoga (this studio is a Baptiste affiliated studio) says that all classes are accessible to everyone and Jackie, the owner, assures all instructors teach this way. One great benefit is the community you will be joining. Don't expect Bright Heart to be a place of silence, as laughter and questions are highly encouraged before, after and during class. We all learn and enjoy the time together. There is a very nice mix of classes that include power vinyasa, basics, restore and for the extremest, one advanced class per week. The only thing I regret is not starting here sooner. read more

My first experience with Bright Heart Yoga Studio. Pro - The studio I nice, clean, efficient The teacher/ staff is friendly and helpful Con- Children's drawings are taped to the studio wall. As much as I enjoyed children art, I found that it is distracting, chaos, and less than calming or soothing. - Wet, cool face towel is a nice touch at the end of class. However, it doesn't smell very good especially when it is so close to your nose. Perhaps some light essential oil soak would help. At the end of class, I saw clients used the face towel to wiped, cleaned their mats. This is probably the reason why it smelled so unpleasant. Maybe a reminder to clients not to use face/neck towel to clean their mats might be helpful. read more

Brightheart yoga studio has had a profound impact on my life, an impact that extends well beyond my yoga practice. I've taken over 500 classes here in the past two years or so, and I've never taken the same class twice. That is to say, each teacher brings a different kind of style and knowledge to their classes, and every class is unique, so you don't feel like you're just going through the motions. Brightheart has been the foundation of transformative empowerment in my life; it has improved my overall health and provided me with a kind of clarity that I once thought would be impossible to attain. A few things to know for first timers: the studio is small and intimate, you might be close to others while you practice. The room is heated, generally at 90 degrees. If you get too hot, or feel light headed, simply come down to child's pose and breathe. Be sure to turn off your cell phone and any other kind of distractions. read more

I am surprised by so many positive reviews. Smell inside that one room is absolutely horrible! You can't even focus on anything, especially when instructor said to take a deep breath. It totally beats the purpose of doing yoga if you can't breathe in there. There is no room to change at all. No showers. All aside, I am shocked that people are able to tolerate that smell... read more

When my previous hot yoga studio had to close down due to exorbitant rent by the landlord, I was really disappointed but so happy when I found Bright Heart Yoga Studio. I was hesitant at first as the studio is much smaller than my previous one. Bought a good groupon deal and decided to give it a try. I was glad I did. Although the studio is small, there is enough space to practice. Not as 'luxurious' as I am used to but overall experience is good. The 2 teachers I had so far (Tracy and AJ) are really nice, friendly and encouraging. The teachers walked around and correct postures which I really appreciated since Vinyasa is new to me. I am used to Bikram Hot Yoga. Love the cooling towels (with lavender fragrance) that they provide at the end of class! Bright Heart Yoga Studio - you got me! I will be coming at least once a week. read more

I've been to a lot of different yoga studios in the south bay area trying out the Groupon deals first. Bright Heart Yoga Studio is the one I wanted to come back although it is not the closest studio to where I live. Very friendly and good teachers. :) Class hours and price options work well for me. I also like that the studio is not too crowded and the teachers help you with postures a lot. read more

I tried this studio yesterday and fell in love with it, so much so I ended up taking an unlimited months subscription. Some of the things that I liked- -Clean studio -They begin the class with meet/greet/share with your immediate neighbors on the mat, great way to connect with fellow yogis -I was also given hands on adjustments to deepen my posture! This shows they really care. -The power yoga flow was amazing.. it was a good work out plus the inspirational talk kept me grounded! -Finally, the lavender essence + cold towels during shavasan - so relaxing.. I also chatted up with the staff who are knowledgeable and friendly! The owner Jackie whose class I attended is also a PT, which is a definite plus!! Try out this studio if you haven't already, you may become addicted to yoga :) read more

Thank you! Bridget, Tracy, Jackie, Nikki and Manju! My friend recommended this studio. After Groupon, I am happy to become a member of BH! I really enjoy Power basic and Power Restore at my level. Teachers are very experienced and help students correct postures. Although you might think the space is small (from the pictute）but you will feel personal touch from the instructors. You feel that they care about your participation. Come to try! read more

I've taken classes at many different yoga studios and this is in my top two! The instructors are warm, encouraging, even funny, and definitely challenging. Anyone with any physical ability can get something amazing out of any class. Attending Power Vinyasa here, especially, is an inspiring and rewarding experience every time! Though the classes are longer, you never get bored or feel like you want to take a break because its so challenging, yet fun and fast-paced. Highly recommend this place. read more

I don't know how to write reviews but this place deserves a great one. My 5 star review based on the facts: -Easily accessible parking lot -After removing shoes and entering the studio, walk to the back and sign in. -If late, walk to the left around the building to the back door. Sign in then find a spot. -Real dedicated teaching -Each teacher's personalities shine their own way. My advice is to explore them all. They're all great. -No mirrors, never too crowded -Jackie, the owner, is a Physical Therapist that kindly extends her expertise. -Free blocks and straps to use during class. Loaner mats -Clean restroom and water closet/changing room. -Free chilled water to fill up a bottle -Storage cubbies for persona belongings -Chilled lavender scented towels are a treat in savasanna -Based in Power Vinyasa teachings with milder classes a few times a weak -Heated to mid 80s. There will be sweat. -Themed workshops and special events -Inversion themed classes. (Headstands, Handstands, crow etc) -Fun promotions that creates a chill community. But a great place to bounce in and out as well. -Don't need to be an expert, beginners welcome. That's how I started -Sometimes see parents with their kids in class. -Reasonably priced for a privately owned studio in Silicon Valley. I know a lot since Ive been practicing here up to 2-4 times a week for just over a year. And can't imagine finding another place like it. read more

I first found bright heart yoga from Groupon after a knee injury from a ski trip at Tahoe in January. I purchased the 10-class package from Groupon, but later found out that Bright Heart Yoga offers a $30 unlimited month for new student. The yoga studio is warm and cozy! All the teachers are very nice and patient to instruct you with the yoga poses. My mind get super relaxed after each session. I was an absolutely beginner when I first visited the studio, and now I can see my passion for yoga as a life time exercise. read more

This studio is the best! Instructors are kind and provide variety. The cold lavender towels at the end of a hot class are amazing. I can't recommend this beautiful little studio enough! read more

Great little place hidden in the heart of Cupertino. I love the down to earth spirit and the diversity of its people. The teachers are all highly trained, super friendly with a big bright heart. The infused aromatherapy cold towel is the treat that make the end of the class special without forgetting their rond of six om... I always leave this place feeling on the top of the world! read more

Great little studio with nice instructors. Only reason it doesn't get 5 stars because: there are no mirrors to help you see whether you do the poses correctly and it is too crowded. There are too many people jammed into a tiny room. They mark the floors to make sure they can squeeze as many people as people, but it is very crowded. I like it otherwise and will certainly still go back. read more

This small baptiste affiliated studio in cupertino is the BEST! Awesome instructors, awesome fellow yogis of all levels, and the energy here is AMAZING!!! I always refer people here when asked where I practice. My favorite studio!!!! read more

I love this place to bits! Been coming to this studio for the past 2.5 years (started when it was Yoga Inside Out under a different owner), and I firmly believe it is the unbeatable combination of fantastic, attentive instructors and close-knit community that keeps me coming back. The space is relatively new and very well-kept. This studio focuses on the power vinyasa style of yoga in a heated environment (generally 80*-90*), and it both challenges and increases your strength/flexibility (as others have said, yes, a little towel to wipe your sweat is a must!). Another key differentiator are the assists that the instructors offer their students. Each instructor, while having their own style of teaching (each class generally follows the same structure but no class is exactly the same!), makes a point of assisting every student hands-on at some point during class and are more than happy to answer any questions before/after class when it comes to alignment/aches or pains/furthering your yoga practice. I can thank Groupon for leading me here and catalyzing my ongoing yoga practice. Jackie, the owner, is also super awesome and friendly. I will confess that I've never really checked out other studios in the area because I fell in love with this one from the get-go, but I would encourage anyone looking for a power vinyasa-type of studio to check this one out. They are frequently on Groupon and have a great new student special (something like 30 days unlimited classes for $30). You won't regret it! read more

My daughter gave me a 10-visit pass for my birthday. When I went for my eighth class, I was told that this was valid to be used within 2 months. Then, I was explained to have read the fine print. They did not even consider about my son's accident on March 23. Rather wanted me have emailed them. The way they approached the situation was rude and unprofessional. read more

I just finished my 30 day new member pass and I must say I am a fan. I joined after not being active for some time and I was a bit nervous about getting back on the mat. All the instructors are so nice and helpful. I honestly feel like this studio is a judgement free zone. My only complaints besides the fact that sometimes people need to put deodorant on is that I wish they offered more of the basics and restore classes. read more