Most of the classes are excellent. I love their sculpt classes. But there are a select group of young instructors who play the music at dangerously loud levels without realizing the dangers this poses to students (not to mention that it's unpleasant and difficult to follow the class when you are getting a migraine headache from rock concert loud music). They need to train the younger instructors on how dangerous this is to pregnant students, hearing impaired, cardiac risk students and those with regular hearing who want to keep their ears safe. No yoga class should have music that's unpleasantly loud and profane. Please train your young instructors. We can have fun with music at conversational volumes. read more

Overall, CorePower as a brand really never disappoints. I've had some bad injuries over the years and hot yoga continues to be one of the few options I have for a fantastic workout without inviting my old injuries to flare up. I used to go to some of the free weekly classes at CorePower in Naperville during my college years (I'm not even sure if they still do those), but stopped once I found a more local studio owned by another brand near where I lived in Bolingbrook. Now, years later, I've found a new affinity for running, but new knee pains are coming out of the woodwork, so back to yoga it is! Before my first class at this location this past autumn, I tried logging in to my old CorePower account. Their site told me there wasn't an account linked to my email, so I started a new one and was offered a free week as a "new member." Since this location doesn't take online reservations, I showed up and told the woman behind the desk my email. She said my name was in the system twice (probably from my old account that I couldn't log in to), but still allowed me my first week free. NICE. I was already planning on purchasing a class package in advance, but hey, a week of unlimited yoga for free sounded absolutely fine to me! If you've never taken a class here: - Bring your own mat, or you can rent one for $2 for the hour (your first week these are free) - Bring a towel if you're doing hot yoga, or you can rent one (free during your first free week) - Bring a lock for your locker if you so desire. You can also borrow locks, but I'm not sure if you have to pay a rental fee. - Oh, and bring WATER, OKAY?!?!?!?! You need it. During that first class, I took an afternoon hot yoga fusion class with Kelly, and she was everything I wanted a yoga instructor to be. I'm sorry, yoga *guide*. The way she worded everything and the quotes she chose were so on-point with the things I'm going through personally lately, that I was sniffling a little bit from tearing up. What a great experience. It helps that I sweat quite a bit as well and got my heart rate up, and neither my knee or back injuries haunted me the whole time. I absolutely love CorePower facilities, because I know that after I have a hardcore sweat session in the studio, I can take a shower in a clean bathroom with incredible-smelling body wash. There are also hair dryers, q-tips, deodorant... everything! I can't wait to come back for more classes. Love this location! read more

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I took advantage of the free week of yoga classes! I took a few classes at this location and really enjoyed it. The space is fairly small but functional. There is only one studio but it's a decent size, just a bit odd shaped compared to other yoga studios I've been to. I could see it getting really crowded in there for more popular class times. So if you want a certain spot I recommend coming early. On your first visit you get a complimentary mat and towel (which is awesome and you def need the towel) On my second visit, I paid for rental of a mat for $2. Not bad, except the mat was tearing apart and by the end of the session I had bits of mat all over me. Gross. The locker rooms are great and carry a nice selection of complimentary items to clean up with. It's a perfect space to get ready for the day or simply rinse off and head out. There are lockers too! The actually classes vary on intensity. I tried the Yoga Sculpt and absolutely loved it. It was a strength meets yoga combination that I've never experienced before and it rocked. If you haven't worked out in a while this could make you sore so be aware ;) I expected the hot power fusion to have a lot more movement too it and a bit more of a flow. It was still an excellent class but I preferred the Yoga Sculpt class to hot power fusion. Check this place out!! read more

Love sculpt- always have . Came here for my first class in a few years on Friday and I'm still sore on Sunday ! Nicoletta was super sweet and welcoming . She kicked our ass ! She's a good mix of enthusiastic and fun but not a drill Sargent. My only reason for 4 not 5 stars is that this studio is tiny. Weird shapes and the entire location is just small- a little cramped but overall still great. read more

I have been attending yoga sculpt classes regularly with Lincoln Park as my home studio since the middle of the pandemic (I took a long break at the beginning). It really has become a haven for me, a place to destress, find balance, and push my physical fitness. I feel like I've never been in better shape since doing sculpt 2 - 3 times per week. It's really challenging, but the benefits both physically and mentally are incredible. I feel like for once in my life, I actually have a strong core. It makes me feel powerful and calm all at once. Special shoutout to Caela who teaches Mondays at 4 pm CT and Ashley who teaches Wednesdays at 4 pm CT. Both are fantastic teachers with great music and unique styles. I love being a regular in their classes! read more

Groupon $59 for 4 weeks of yoga is why I came to this studio. A great workout with options is what keeps me coming back. I'm in the midst of a 30 day yoga challenge and I have been taking classes here and at the Lakeview location. At this location I have taken C1 heated and hot power fusion. Hot power fusion had the elements of bikram (skip the opening breathing series, doubling up on each pose, bikram triangle and add in some down dogs, planks, and core work). A good workout indeed. C1 heated has traditional vinyasa poses (sun A, sun B, balancing series) and has some core work mixed in as well. The facility itself is pretty nice: 1 large studio on the 1st floor, locker rooms in the basement. The women's locker room has 4 showers, complete with shampoo, conditioner, body wash. The locker room provides pretty much what one may need before or after practice: hair ties, bobby pins, cotton swabs, hair driers (complete with diffusers), deodorant, and body lotion. I had to go to work straight from class and thanks to the full locker room, I avoided looking like a hobo out of a sweaty yoga class. Does it have a bit of a corporate feel? Yes. Have I enjoyed taking classes there despite that? Yes, again. read more

If you're looking for an intimate studio, this isn't the place. But if you're looking for challenging classes that will kick your booty into shape, core power is definitely worth checking out. I've been wanting to try core power, so I was thrilled when I found the groupon for the month membership. Its been awhile since I've done yoga, so I started with the level 1 class. The class was challenging but fun, and the teachers were both informative and knowledgable. They spend a lot of time going through the basic moves and helping with the form and technique of each pose. The only complaint I have is that both beginners classes that I attended were exactly the same. My favorite thing about the studio may be the heated, padded floors. I've always been nervous about hot yoga, and even the beginner's class here was 90 degrees. To my surprise, I lasted the whole class without passing out, which is a plus, since I want to keep coming back. read more

Listening to half of a Jack Johnson song and half of an MGMT song is fine - if you're driving a car, and it's 2006. During yoga, it's jarring. So please, DJ ADHD - turn it off. That's my only complaint. Everything else here is great. The teachers are knowledgeable and incredibly helpful. Physically, their level 2 classes are pretty tough. There's a bit less of the mind-body connection I used to get from more traditional studios, which I expect from a mass-market yoga chain. And they do the physical side well enough to compensate for that. The facilities are clean and stocked with everything so you don't really need to bring anything to shower after class - which is a huge plus over some of the other studios I've been to. I'm an unlimited member here, so I like it enough to go at least 3 times a week. I'd give this 4 or 5 stars if they'd turn off the music. read more

CorePower is offering a free week of unlimited classes. To be fair, I will review this studio for what it is (an athletic venue that focuses on using yoga as a workout tool). Given the name "CorePower," this was not a surprise to me. Certainly be advised that if you are looking for a traditional studio that focuses on a mind-body connection, this may not be your joint. The Pros: CorePower is meticulously clean, new, and has an attractive modern decor. I participated in 1 class and found the instructor to show reasonably good knowledge of alignment; more so, she was pretty accurate in her queuing of yoga poses. A huge plus, my instructor was not afraid of being hands on and gave me some great assists during asana. The Con: I showed up 5 minutes late (no exaggerations...5 minutes) for my first class and while the group had not even begun moving yet, I was not allowed in....Boo to that. Most yoga studios allow a 5-7 minute grace period for late comers (especially if you are new and may have gotten lost!)....It seems like if this place is trying to earn new clients they should not be turning people away...but consider yourself warned- if you are late, you are out of luck! read more

So, Groupon was offering an awesome deal on this place. Five weeks of unlimited yoga sessions for $50 - I felt like it was a good opportunity for me to try hot Yoga, as well as trying to rehabilitate my shoulder/neck injury (physical therapy got me 95% of the way there, but that last 5% is nagging me). I went the Lincoln Park location yesterday and it was super cute. The instructor, Dawn, was so friendly and was really patient with all my noob questions. They have locker rooms downstairs, but you have to bring your own locks (FYI). You can rent towels/mats for a small fee...renting a towel may be worth it to avoid lugging a sweaty towel around with you. Anyway, I walked into the heated room, and yeah, it's really hot. It's about 98 degrees (dry heat). The class, Hot Fusion Yoga, was fairly fast paced, and it was quite challenging. I consider myself to be in decent shape - I walk 4-7 miles a day and I do floor exercises at my house. This hour session of yoga left me sore as hell the next day, but it also left me wanting more. My shirt was literally dripping with sweat (you could wring it out), but I felt like the class wasn't out of my range of capabilities. It's definitely something to grow with, as the instructors go over different poses for people of different abilities. I definitely lacked the flexibility/balance for some of the poses, but I hope to work up to it. I really, REALLY enjoyed this experience and I can't wait to go back (as soon as my muscles become un-sore!). read more

Of all the CorePower Yoga studios in the city, unfortunately this is my least favorite... It has all the offerings of the other studios: traditional yoga, hot yoga, yoga sculpt, retail area, locker rooms, etc etc. The teachers here are the same teachers at the other CorePower studios, so you definitely can get a great workout with some great instructors. I just don't care for the facility itself, I guess. The locker rooms are smaller and aren't as nice, the flooring isn't the greatest...especially since we are all walking around barefoot! And parking. Parking is a big problem, as there is no parking lot. Instead it's on-street parking, and it's a battle against the Depaul kids. Maybe I'm spoiled from the South Loop, Lakeview, and Bucktown CorePower parking lots? If you can easily walk here, give it a try. Otherwise the Lakeview location is only a couple blocks north and a better facility. read more

The one important thing I need to point out is that the sculpt class gets pretty crowded with boys!! So the body odor smell gets really bad especially during this cardio class. I was a bit upset that I had to leave the classroom a couple times during the one-hour class to "breathe" because the gentleman in front of me who didn't wear a shirt has the worst body odor.... Otherwise, I Love this place. The instructors are all very nice. I like how they have mostly the same routine, so you know what to expect and go in my peaceful zone as soon as I step in the heated studio. (Ppl who want to learn new poses should let the instructor know beforehand can, the instructors sometimes ask.) read more

The good: clean and soothing atmosphere. smells nice. friendly, knowlegeable instructors. large class schedule with variety of times. awesome locker/changing rooms with lotions, hairspray, hairdryers etc. good music during class which adds a fun, modern twist on traditional vinyasa. teacher discount was significant enough to allow me to become a member. the not so good: not enough "core 1" classes offered (best for those of us who aren't super athletes yet!). too many 'hot' classes, even when they aren't advertised that way. classes can be crowded; arrive early, especially on weekends. traffic and parking around this location are difficult. read more

Never would I be calling my self a yogi, nor am anywhere near a fitness buff... but this hot yoga schmoga stuff works!... that's why there's a gazillion studios popping up all over this country and as for CorePower, they've got 5 or 6 last I check their website! and that's in Chicago area alone!! plus a few more in the burbs. Whatever your fitness levels and goals are at this point in your life, give them a try. They offer 1 free week and I don't find them pushy AT ALL to sell you memberships. The classes themselves and how you feel afterward will do more than convince you to ditch your current gym or a-yoga-ing and try CPY. What you need to know about CYP: -Not cheap, expect to pay around $100+/mo for unlimited classes -Real steam to heat up the rooms -Locker/shower area are clean (S. Loop, Gold Coast, and LP studios are ones I've been to) -Free parking in S. Loop and can find street parking in LP (morning classes) -Great Instructors!! (Nell, Justin, Angela P, and Charlotte are some of my favorites) read more

I've been to a variety of different classes at this location and while I haven't been to any other locations yet, I love the Lincoln Park studio! It's close enough to walk to for me, so 6:00am classes aren't too bad. The staff and teachers are amazing. I started out pretty new to yoga and I personally have a hard time sticking to group classes simply because I'm embarrassed. Not here!! All the teachers were incredibly encouraging. Even when I went to one of my first Yoga Sculpt classes and had to sit for several minutes, I didn't feel any judgement, only encouragement!! I truly feel like all of the instructors want to see you get better and actually want to share their practice with you, rather than judging you and seeming pompous. I had an issue with payment and the staff was so accommodating that it blew me away. The facilities are always spotless, the studio never has that "a hot yoga class full of sweaty bodies just finished in here" smell. While it can get pretty full, just make sure to arrive early and get your favorite spot. Definitely not the place to go if you're looking for the Buddhist/Mind-Body connection that some studios focus on, but an incredible workout! read more

This was my first time at this location and I love it - not as much as my go-to South Loop location, but it does the job. Cute studio- total "Lincoln Park" crowd - a mix of college students, soccer moms, etc. Still a great vibe. The instructor I had for the 6:30am yoga sculpt class was awesome - and her selection of music was very much to my liking (more hip-hopish), which makes working out so much better! Especially THAT early in da morn. I would def come back should it suit my schedule - plus, they have early morning weekday sculpt classes, which South Loop doesn't - AHEM (hint, hint). =) read more

Since I live in the South Loop, I've worked out at the CorePower studio there. It is in a great location with amazing views, but the classes were so crowded I stopped going. When the new studio opened up in Lincoln Park where I work, I was very excited. My first class there was yesterday and I am still coming down from a post-yoga euphoria. It should be noted that I go to the 5:30 class because it's so close, so my class size may be biased due to short commute time. The woman at the desk, Kelly, was extremely helpful. I showed up with three of my coworkers and was delighted to learn that each friend who I referred earned me $5 on the next package or class purchased. The instructor was very good at guiding us through each pose and the suggested modifications to poses were spot on for me. I really only have positives for this place. I love the small size. I love the crazy person next to me doing every sort of extreme variation possible. Ok, the price is the only con. I get a university discount, otherwise I probably would not be willing to do yoga classes on top of a gym membership elsewhere. read more

I've been a Black Tag member for two months now but primarily go to the Uptown location. My schedule put me in Lincoln Park for the day recently and I was excited to take advantage of the CPY location there. However, I didn't have room to be lugging my mat around with me that day and decided to rent a mat. It was nasty. The mat stank horribly and chunks were missing as though a dog had been gnawing on it. Any time I got close to the mat during the workout the smell made me nauseous. I've been spoiled by the Uptown location which is so clean and spacious. This studio felt crowded, damp, and cramped. read more

I would recommend this to studio to everyone. After a hard day at work, this studio is a great place to relax, de-stress & get a fabulous workout! The atmosphere, staff & all members made me feel like I'd been going there for years. I also bought the Groupon for $50 for a month of unlimited classes. I've done Yoga before, yet am new to 'Hot Yoga!' My first time at CoreYoga, I tried the Yoga Sculpt class with Charlotte. Though she was very knowledgeable & encouraging this class was as intense as they get. I would not recommend it to someone NEW to Hot Yoga. Even though the class was extremely difficult, it felt great to be able to get through it and accomplish something so tough. I will definitely be taking their C1 & C2 classes for the majority of my month, yet still try Yoga Sculpt once a week for an intense workout! read more

I heart CorePower. I'm moving to NYC and keep hoping they will open there. I go to the Lincoln park studio, Lakeview, and Gold Coast. They're all awesome. Great locker rooms with everything you need, great instructors, CLEAN airy studios, lots of classes and times. It IS a tad pricey. But to me, it's worth it. read more

I came in today as a walk in and completed the yoga sculpt class with Mikhaila - I hope that was her name - got it from their site to be sure but man was it AMAZING! The room is warm but is supposed to be - it by far was one of the best workouts I've ever received in an hour - I would highly recommend this class to anyone who isn't afraid to get the most out of a workout and sweat! The parking was really tough so I'm glad I left early but seriously this is a highly recommend class and location. Remember to bring your own mat or you can rent one for 2-3 dollars I believe also lots of water - you will need it. I'll most likely return to this location again for this class! read more

It's no secret - from my other reviews, you can tell I'm a CorePower fan. With my recent move, I'm closer to the DePaul/Lincoln Park and Lakeview locations. I've ventured out to the DePaul location several times now, and have to give it only the A-OK review by comparison to some of my favorite ones - Roscoe Village and Uptown. The DePaul studio is at the corner of Webster and Sheffield. Because of that location, I would definitely recommend walking or taking public transit as opposed to driving and trying to find a place to park in that insane area. The building itself only has one studio, but it still has the standard retail space along with the check-in desk up front, and has two locker rooms downstairs. I can't speak for the men's locker room, but the women's locker room is always hot and they try to abate the heat with a couple of fans. It can get a little cramped right after a class just because of the narrow setup, but it works since there's only ever one class going on at a time. The studio is long a narrow, which is a little awkward because it's hard to keep track of the instructor if you're on one side and he/she's on the complete opposite side. There are mirrors on one side which is always nice for alignment checks. My least favorite part of the studio is that it's right next to the L tracks, and you can definitely hear the trains go by during class. All in all, CorePower is a great place to practice; it's always nice and clean and the people are friendly. This isn't my favorite location, but I will still be coming here frequently for classes! read more

One star off for classes being packed BUT with that said-instructors do a great job keeping an eye on students and offering help. Yoga Sculpt is awesome because it is heated-but not as hot as Bikram- and uses weights so you really feel like you had a great workout when you leave class read more

This is a sad day because I was a CPY black tag member for 3+ years, and during that time a sculpt junkie. I cancelled my membership because I moved to Maui for work where there are no CPY studios. Unfortunately it was at the end of my membership that I experienced a super ugly, greedy side of CPY. CPY is supposed to have no contract they lock you into, you're supposed to be able to cancel at any point for any reason. I was told to call the corporate office and that although the studio can sign you up, they can't cancel you. To be honest, aside from the inconvenience of fitting just one more call on my to-do-list, I wasn't upset about the policy. I called the corporate office just before the month of July so I didn't get charged any more monthly fees moving forward. I had a pleasant conversation with the CPY rep on the phone, I was under the impression that it was taken care of since our call ended with him saying "you're all set" and me saying, "thank you". Fast forward to beginning of December. I literally found out by coincidence that CPY charged me for the month of December. Immediately made me ask my bank for all the charges from CPY. Come to find that I have been charged a monthly membership fee for 5 months after I cancelled!!! When I called the CORPORATE OFFICE back the girl on the phone said my account was frozen which were not my instructions when I called to CANCEL! Long story short, this person said CPY is not able to reverse the charges because it's such a high amount... IT IS INDEED A VERY HIGH AMOUNT TO CHARGE SOMEONE WHO HAS NOT TAKEN A SINGLE CLASS OVER THAT TIME. They had taken close to $600 from my account without my consent for a membership I cancelled. SINCE WHEN DID COREPOWER YOGA TURN INTO GOLDS GYM???? The person on the phone also claimed that she would email the managers of the studio and as for a refund. It would be up to their discretion to refund the unwarranted charges. So corporate has put the ball in the studio's court, but the studio has not even reached out to me yet after 4 days. I am very disappointed that I am being penalized because whoever I spoke to initially messed up! And then this company doesnt even fix their employees' mistakes. I disputed the charges and if you don't want to face a scary issue like this, I wouldn't trust them with a credit card. What's truly upsetting is that I've not only spent thousands of dollars per year to this business, I've been an advocate and fan of CPY. Now I realize their greed gets the best of them. There is no place for this as we raise our vibrations, expand into higher consciousness and connect as yoga community. If you go there for a class, you might have to put up with the teachers packing in mats like sardines and the odor can get nasty all the while be expected to have a positive attitude. But don't expect the understanding and good attitude back from them. Don't become a member if you don't want to risk being charged hundreds of dollars for all the yoga classes that you didn't take! What a shame. read more

All clothing items I have bought from Core Power has held up, is extremely comfy and I wear the pieces often! LOVE you guys

I'm totally obsessed with CorePower. This is coming from a yoga skeptic that after years of trying different studios, etc never wanted to really commit beyond a class here and there. I have been doing their free week and have gone 4 times in the past 5 days and have tried the LP, Bucktown and Lakeview locations and love them all. The instructors are very friendly and helpful and the classes not only work you through the awesome vinyasa poses but also really challenge and push you. i used to not think i could get strong or get any sort of cardiovascular benefits from yoga but corepower is proving that theory wrong. i can already feel my arms and legs tightening up as well as my core, and my heart rate is pumping during the sun salutations and more challenging positions. PLUS i love the music...i dig the whole meditative music now and again but i must say their choice of more current yet still soothing popular music really hits the spot. Great stuff...totaly getting a membership and going as often as possible. read more

By far my favorite Chicago studio since relocating to the Windy City! The instructors are experienced & kind; they genuinely want each student to have a great experience at their studio. There's always fun sales going on. And the atmosphere is zen without being stuffy. read more

If I could give zero stars I would. I didn't make it past the locker room in this place. The reception exprience was horrible! Rushed and condescending. Also, have the courtesy to have lock rentals for your lockers. I will not return. read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE AND THE WORKERS! Filled with great attitudes and kindness. I will be coming back and would recommend this place to anyone and everyone:) read more

Love this little studio on the corner of Webster and Sheffield near DePaul campus. Tried a free week of yoga and enjoyed every minute of each class. For those interested in the free week: create a profile online, then show up the day of your first desired class to kick off your free 7 days of yoga. No reservations required for any class; just check in and walk in! After your first class, remember to bring your own mat and towel, otherwise you'll have to rent a mat for class. You'll need the towel since most classes are heated and some have extra humidity. This site only has 1 large studio, so there is a 15-minute window between classes to air it out and mop the floors. Classes run every hour-ish (earliest is 6:00am and latest begins at 9:15pm some days) so you'll be sure to find one that works with your schedule. Be sure to arrive early; while most classes were full, only one I attended was overcrowded (5:30pm Wednesday). Yoga sculpt was a seriously sweaty workout but fun challenge. C2 flow provides a good stretch and cleanse, and C1 is good for active recovery. The instructors were all great; each was knowledgeable and motivating while guiding the practice. There are full locker rooms in the basement with showers and individual lockers (no locks or key combinations). Most people are in and out after the practice ends, but I wish the locker room had a few more amenities besides deodorant and lotion. On your way out, check out the merchandise for sale. Definitely worth stopping in! read more

I fell in love with biharam yoga back in california. Core power is a little different than traditional bikharam, but its minutes away from my house, so totally convenient! I haven't had a class i was disappointed with! However classes do get a little crowded sometimes. So my best advice COME EARLY! read more

I was a visitor from south africa and only in chicago for a week. I typically practice bikram yoga and wanted to try something different and this certainly checked that box. It challenged my body and it was not what i expected from a yoga class. It is fast paced and incorporates weights in the training. They play music and it does not have a meditative quality to the workout. I wouldn't call it a yoga practice in the conventional sense but a fusion of movement that has some yoga moves. I thoroughly enjoyed the change of pace. They offer one week free special and you can hire a mat and they have decent lockers and showers available. Pack a towel as you sweat a lot! I would say you need to be fairly fit to do this. I did the 4pm sculpt class. They did not ask prior to the class though of any injuries or pregnancies or health issues which i would think would be standard practice in the health and fitness industry. read more

CorePower Yoga - Lincoln Park - Yoga Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

i was wrong to be intimidated by this location since it's in lincoln park, and parking usually blows. ive been successful in finding non-metered, non-permit street parking in the hood (by state restaurant & bar). they have 1 room and locker/pee rooms are in the basement. and if you know the drill - check your shoes at the door and let 'em know you're attending class. have fun getting bendy and sweaty. read more

The newest CorePower Yoga opened up a few weeks ago in the DePaul area of Lincoln Park and has been pretty popular (from what I can tell). I've been to various yoga/pilates studios in the area (Frog Temple, Exhale, Core Pilates, to name a few) and I think this newest studio to come to Lincoln Park is decent - certainly worth a try. Here are the positives - it's new and clean and well done, they have a full locker room in the basement (with showers), the lobby is welcoming and large enough to accomodate a large group of people (and there have been a pretty steady flow of people coming in and out every time I've been there), the instructors are pleasant and generally walk you through the poses well, and they offer classes all day long from about 6am to the last one ending around 10pm so they can accomodate just about any schedule. Furthermore, this is a true "hot yoga" studio. I've been to studios where they claim to have hot yoga classes and then you walk in and basically they just turned up the heat in the building or have a space heater in the corner. That is not hot yoga, people. By contrast, this studio actually has a device in the studio room that blows steam and heats up the room to approximately 90-100 degrees for the hot yoga classes. Fantastic! They also seem to have some aromatherapy built into the steamer, so you can smell lavender during some of their classes, which is very relaxing. The studio room itself is very large and nice. Finally, they are offering one week of free classes. I loooove it when studios do this. Yoga is not cheap - it's only fair to let the customer try out the studio before making an investment either by buying a package or a monthly membership (both which cost typically over $100). And one week is very generous by most studio standards. So again, there is no reason not to give this place a try. Now for the negative. I've been to three different classes (all different in name) and I did the exact same yoga routine in all three classes. They were even the same in terms of the order of the poses (stretching, standing poses, balance poses, abs, back stretches, etc.). I went to a class that was 1 hour and 15 minutes versus the hour long class and again, the exact same thing, just more of it! I enjoy the classes I've attended, especially the candlelight class at 8pm, but the variety of the classes and what is being taught in each class is somewhat lacking. I like the studio, I would probably come back for the candlelight classes, but I don't think I would make it my "go-to" yoga studio. read more

My biggest criticism and source of major frustration is that they appear to answer to corporate, not what makes sense for the location and the students. And I really want to be a die hard CPY fan! Attending classes here definitely reignited my dormant yoga practice and I was really, really excited about getting into a routine of doing yoga in the morning before work. But no sooner had I begun attending the 6:30 am classes than they changed ALL 6:30 am classes to Sculpt... which I and most people wouldn't ever want to do two days in a row, let alone every weekday, every week. A lot of morning students are really unhappy about the change (and we have voiced this), and attendance in the 6:30 am classes has declined. So when I asked why they made this change that just doesn't seem to make sense to so many students, I was disappointed to hear that the main reason was that someone from corporate had told them they "needed more Sculpt classes." I'm told that the schedule remains in effect for 4-5 months...period... glad I hadn't bought a full membership before the change occurred. The worst part is that the evening classes I can attend in the alternative are always so packed that your mat is literally less than a foot away from your neighbors' on either side. Sadly, I've had to continue my practice elsewhere. When they again offer non-Sculpt classes before the beginning of the workday, I'd consider returning to CPY, except now I would seriously question committing to membership, knowing that important decisions affecting your practice get made on a basis strongly influenced by the higher ups, even if that's not what may be best for the students/location... and there doesn't appear to be any flexibility to make changes in the meantime, other than pursuant to the rigid corporate beaurocracy. read more

There are some really strong teachers doing classes there. CPY is fine for a corporate studio. It's always been clean, and it's nice to have the extras (hairspray, lotion, qtips, the like) down in the locker room. Lots of ads for their different programs up everywhere. While I've had some really great C1 and CR classes there, a few of the teachers are less than professional. Plus the schedule online isn't always correct, so if you try to use it avoid a particular teacher- or attend classes led by the same teacher- you have limited success. I've found it pretty frustrating that in 2+ weeks of the same classes at the same times I've had the same teacher twice- while the different teachers are supposed to lead you through the same things, in reality they're all a little different and it can get frustrating when you're beginning a new type of yoga and little things are changing each class, or teachers have differences in what they're telling you alignment for a pose should be. Also- different teachers enforce different studio rules (door locked at the beginning of class, not bringing your coat and everything into the actual studio, taking shoes off at the store's door) so conflicting messages are pretty regular. & the music is totally hit or miss. There's always a fair amount of volume adjusting and skipping songs that have already begun during classes, which can be distracting. read more

I have been coming to this studio for 2 years and love it. The teachers are fantastic and they have a 6am sculpt class M-F, which I enjoy. Can't get enough of CPY :) read more

I love Lincoln Park CPY! The instructors are absolutely amazing. They are very nurturing and supportive in class but still push you to try your hardest and smile! Everytime I leave I always take something different away with me. I love how they encourage you to set an intention at the beginning of class too- it really keeps me motivated. Make sure to arrive 10 minutes early though; classes fill up quickly! read more

This studio is in a great location and the teachers are nice. However, the last five plus times I've taken a class at the LP studio I did the EXACT same sequence/routine. These few times I thought maybe that's just what is taught at a certain date and time. Then I came back at different dates and times with different instructors - the SAME routine! No variation whatsoever. I'm paying $20 plus to learn, not to do a repeat video of what you learned in teacher training! read more