Had an amazing C2 (more advanced and hot) flow with Dongfang at this location. Hear me out: this particular instructor delivered a great practice. From challenging poses and sequences, to very deep hip openers, I enjoyed this class in so many ways and look forward to the next. Additionally, the studio we were in was very clean and there was not Hair all over the place. Changing/locker rooms were also nicely cleaned and organized. The front desk has locks available tomorrow. But really, I can't get over how great the class was. I've never even attempted a bird of paradise before, but thanks to the really wonderful and detailed cues from Dongfang, I not only attempted it, but almost nailed it entirely. This was a great class. I felt challenged and also energized. It was definitely hot and there were definitely moments. I had to take a few breaths, but I would definitely do it again. read more

CorePower Yoga - Falls Church - Yoga Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

Good - their regular asana class are designed to make you sweat. I love the high energy and challenge. It's a full body workout. Lots of locations and variety. Bad - I've had instructors no show to classes, some reading from the script the entire time at this location, especially restorative. The difference between quality is really astounding. Meh - when i gave feedback directly they dismissed it. I cancelled my membership a few months in. Parking is really a pain, super tight garages. Corporatey, not community, if you're into that. I prefer my classes at a smaller local gym with good vibes, Karma. read more

I've visited 6-7 studios. Initially skeptical of "franchise" yoga. However, there are many instructors and you're bound to click with one or more. HPF is great to detox. Sculpt is a boot-camp-like yoga fusion that challenges the full body and shreds calories. C-1/C-2 are more traditional yoga. Karen at Falls Church and Merrifield is a true yoga instructor whose practice has impacted students meaningfully. It's not just me; I've heard many students compliment her after class. You should definitely try her class if the time slots sync with your schedule. read more

Awesome yoga classes for all levels. I love this area. Tons of parking behind the studio and cool bars and coffee shows to go to after. The instructors are knowledgeable and offer alternative poses for injuries. I enjoy the hot CorePower 2 classes the most. read more

Huge fan of this studio. The teachers are all very welcoming, the yoga rooms are always very clean, can't recommend enough

I've had 4 or 5 instructors now and Michelle D is my vibe- her music encompasses fabulous international and domestic, high vibration beats, and her class plan is extremely cohesive! I love that she offers modifications, and it's the perfect combination of strength / stretch / and cardio with great challengers built in !!! Her CUES are fabulous- it's worth setting up your mat closer to her in the front, so that you can clearly hear them all... it makes a big difference in your workout experience.... The first time I took her, a student started chatting with me and learned I was new-ish, asked how I'd been enjoying it (PSA your first week is FREE!!!)- I was honest and said the heat was great and classes varied from good to a little too intense... she said just wait, Michelle is the best- She was right !! I plan on looking for her on the schedule from now on :). Super friendly staff - beautiful space - and CLEAN! read more

This is the best studio in NOVA. So clean, a great variety of classes, and the instructors are friendly & knowledgeable. Plus free parking! I'm so happy they made a resurgence post-COVID. read more

I've been going to CP for six months and find their studios very clean and all the instructors very helpful. Karen M tips and demonstrations during class really help with proper form for the various positions read more

I enjoy taking the sculpt classes at CorePower. Combining strength training and cardio in the heat makes a challenging workout. While you may be seasoned in weight training, lifting 5-10 pound dumbbells in a heated room boosts up the intensity. I admit, I can't last the entire class without taking breaks here and there. Note that you won't be doing much yoga poses. The class mainly consists of strength training exercises and a cardio portion. There are plenty of dumbbells in different weights available. There's also mats and towels for rent. The studio is very clean and the staff is always friendly. Memberships at CorePower are pricey, but they offer a free trial week and sometimes you'll find deals through their website or third party vendors. There's a parking garage behind the building, just a short walk from the studio. In comparison to Bikram, the students here seem to be younger and temperatures are slightly lower. They offer a variety of classes and focus more on the physical aspects of yoga, rather than the spiritual aspects. Also, the Instructors will always ask if you wish to not receive hands-on adjustment (a CorePower protocol). read more

I've attended CorePower in Minnesota and California and am now happy to add my home state of Virginia. The Falls Church location is located near Mad Fox Brewing, Sweet Frog and Panera. There is free garage parking behind the building with Mad Fox Brewing. Pros: - Clean (despite high traffic) - Friendly Staff - Small shop featuring Alo, Lululemon, Manduka... - Free week trial - Full class schedule (aside from the 2PM -4PM timeframe) - Rental mats and towels (perfect for travelers) Cons: - The walk from the garage to the Studio and back after sweaty is tough during the winter months (95F to 30F doesn't feel so refreshing - The garage itself is very poorly designed and it is NOT unusual to wait (or spend) 10 minutes parking due to patrons wanting to back in and those who take up two parking spots - The staff are all relatively new yogi's by comparison to more mature studios like Pure Prana (Alexandria) and Bikram Studios Despite the Cons, there is a huge following and I'm a fan. CorePower truly does bridge the gap between Pure Prana and Bikram Yoga Studios in that the temperature range in more moderate. The only downside is a practice purely at CorePower (any location) may not expose a budding yogi to Kundalini, Rocket, Jivamutki, Hatha, Vinyasa, or other methods. For a seasoned yogi, I'd say you could expect more Vinyasa or Hatha in style. Instructors do hands-on correction and monitor the form as best as possible. My 4/5 is only due to the maturity of the practice of the handful of courses I've taken so far (I'm still looking for that Instructor with 20+yrs). Having experience at many other local traditional yoga studios there is less spiritual or internal focus at this particular location. This could be average age of patron, years of practice or the fact CorePower is more hip and fun. read more

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I have been going to classes here for a while now and I really love the instructors I have gotten to work with and the sculpt class specifically. I love being able to attend classes at a studio that has an option for a class that truly feels like a great workout. The sculpt class has the feel of hot yoga because of the temperature with traditional flow moves but weights and muscle group isolations are added in to really push your body physically. I highly recommend this class to anyone who's looking for a thorough workout! I also had a great experience with my instructor today for the CorePower level 1 class. I was the only attendee (due to the class being at 4:30 on a Saturday) but the instructor was still nice enough to do the class with me and it was great to get the one on one assistance with form and postures that you don't usually receive in a large class. read more

I am so excited that there is an option for workouts in Virginia that is requiring that folks wear masks! (an aside, as a health care worker, I cannot stand being in gyms that aren't requiring masks right now. If I can't go in the middle of the night to work out when no one is there, I go to DC where masks are required in exercise facilities! We are in a global pandemic and Virginia is skirting common sense in not requiring masks for fitness centers). Anyhow, I am SO GLAD there are options for those of us who actually want to avoid the corona virus these days, the studios are kept squeaky clean, masks are used, and it feels healthy and clean. I am going to go as much as I possibly can! read more

I like that CPY has studios in multiple DMV locations - making it easily accessible. This was key when I lived in MD, but worked in VA. I could hop to a studio after work or go to one by where I lived. If you have a package or membership, you can go to any CPY studio for each class! This CPY studio in particular is spacious and clean. You'll need a lock for the locker room, but if you don't have one, they have ones you can barrow. Went to a yoga sculpt class this morning and the instructor was very motivating and upbeat. Sculpt is my fave class - nice way to get in some strength training while getting in a good stretch. This studio has free garage parking right behind it! It's within the shopping center. Will definitely be coming back to this studio. Also if you haven't been to Corepower, you can get 1 week free! read more

CorePower is my go-to yoga studio in the Falls Church area! I use class pass and so far I've tried: Hot Power Fusion (which is a hot and relaxing, candlelight, evening yoga class - great for weeknights), CorePower Yoga 1 (a slower pace, less crowded, more traditional yoga class) and CorePower Yoga 2 (a more fast-paced, high energy yoga class, with upbeat music, integrating small weights). The studios are clean and decent in size, and the staff here are super friendly and welcoming! Guaranteed you'll leave here in a good sweat, whichever class you end up choosing. Highly recommend. They also have deals where you can try your first week for free! read more

I redeemed my free week at Core Power Yoga from 1/16/17 - 1/22/17. I used this as an opportunity to try the "sister studios" in Fairfax Corner, Merrifield and Falls Church. (I " " hot because what I might consider hot at 90 is average to other people who perform things like Birkrum Yoga.) I had contractors in my house who asked me not to be home while construction was taking place. This was a good excuse for me to continue my free week. I found and opted for a C1 class. In contrast to the C1 class I had done at earlier in the week (in Merrifield) I liked this class better. The flow sequence was very similar but I felt the pace was a little quicker. I also thought the instructors visual cues and repeated mantra throughout the class were very good. This location of Core Power Yoga has parking however take note that it is in a parking garage to the side of the shopping center. (If you've been to Mad Fox Brewery this location is in the same shopping plaza and uses the same parking garage.) Although, each Core Power Yoga has a retail section I thought their location in Falls Church had a much better selection when it came to sales items. I ended up buying a seasonal candle and DVD for under $20.00. Core Power Yoga has many "pros" the major one being consistency. I tried multiple studios throughout northern VA area during the week. The studios all looked and felt the same in ambiance. I took 2 C1 classes at separate locations. I felt at their "cores" the practices were very similar in nature (except for the music - apparently each instructor gets to create their own playlist and in pace). I also think a positive for Core Power Yoga is the franchise concept. If you can't make a class at you're regular location and you pay for a membership you can visit any Core Power Yoga (and get the same experience). The cons Core Power Yoga is price competitive with a lot of other yoga studios but that doesn't mean it is inexpensive. The cost of membership is what you'd pay for a larger gym that offers a variety of classes. (and) You really have to like the "hot" concept of yoga. In a nutshell Core Power Yoga are fantastic studios if you like "hot" yoga and/or you plan on having yoga be your primary exercise but if you're already paying for a gym probably not worth the drop in rate(s). Tip: Core Power Yoga allows anyone to try their studios for a free week. Go to the website and/or call the studio if you need more information. read more

In my opinion this isn't a yoga studio to belong to if you actually want to practice yoga. Their most popular class seems to be the Yoga Sculpt class, which isn't really yoga so much as a barre style exercise with small weights. While their 6am Yoga Sculpt class appeared full, their 6:30am CorePower Yoga class had 1-5 people each time I went. The teachers seemed a little uninspired and overall it just wasn't great. If you want to get into actual yoga and like the idea of a heated room/intense work out, you should try Down Dog Yoga. In response to Madeline, I have tried the CorePower Yoga classes (as I stated in my initial review). There were very few people in these classes and they weren't particularly challenging or interesting. I think it says a lot when a yoga studio has 1-5 people in their 6am yoga class while the nearby gym that I go to has 20 people in their 6am class and Down Dog Yoga has 30 people in their 6am class. read more

I have lived in the Arlington area now for two years and have been on the constant lookout for an upbeat hot yoga studio. I'm one week in and think I have finally found that perfect spot! CorePower seems to be that perfect combo of a tough yoga workout, upbeat music, and just enough heat. The studio is brand new with a beautiful seating and reception area, locker rooms with shower, and stocked with all the necessities for getting ready. Not to mention, a perfectly sized boutique with great yoga brands. I have tried the yoga sculpt class and the CorePower 2 class so far. I really enjoyed both and left feeling stronger and centered. I had never done a yoga + weights class in the past and I am officially addicted! No more separate body pump and yoga classes for me. Something tells me these classes will be packed in no time and I will regret posting this review. Thanks for coming to NoVa! read more

JK. IN LOVE WITH COREPOWER! I stuck with it, and have fallen in love. A wonderful, sweaty, stretchy love. We have begun a wonderful yoga relationship and will never part...All their teachers are wonderful! read more

last year around this time it was that "oh snap i got get my butt in shape, it's already spring and I still got my thanksgiving rolls bod for summer" season. I was trying to look at different gyms and things to keep me active like cycle classes and yoga. I stumbled upon this through a friend who told me they were doing a free week trial here. I never thought I would ever want to join the yogi gang but boy did this place convert me. I've tried a free yoga class at my university before but it was kind of lame honestly. My girlfriends and I signed up for the free week trial together and started with the level one class. (Signing up is easy, you can do it on your phone and go online) honestly, you should ask a friend to borrow a yoga mat or buy a cheap one online or five and below because if you rent a yoga mat it's $3 each time you rent one. The studio rooms a bit toasty but it's nothing unbearable, it helps sweat off all that water weight. The instructor was sucha sweetheart! She was very warming and introduces herself to the class giving a little background and goes over how to do certain positions. Not gonna lie i was pretty lost after when we started, I kept looking around the room but it gets repetitive and you get the hang of it. The tone of the instructors voice and background music they use is therapeutic and calming, it really sets that namaste vibe lol. Gradually, they would pick up the tempo a little and the positions got a little harder to balance but boy was I breaking a sweat! At the end of the session the instructor gave like a sweet peaceful ending message to end the class and offered if anyone wanted to talk to her at the end. My girlfriends and I felt so refreshed and we're hooked! We ended up taking advantage of the full week. Because of my experience at corepower yoga I got really into yoga and for my birthday my boyfriend even got me a month membership to corepower yoga. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that it is really expensive for a membership, which is like $90 a month but if you got that bread go take advantage of this place. You leave feeling refreshed mentally and physically and all the instructors and classes are awesome. I've never left a session hating life or feeling exhausted. What's also nice about core power yoga is that they're literally located all over and in different states. If you haven't tried this place or want to get into yoga, take advantage of their free week trial. Seriously, you won't regret it. NAMASTE FELLOW YELPERS read more

AMAZING. I have been doing yoga since I was a little girl and used to say I'd never go to corepower because it's "too corporate" or whatever. Boyyyyy was I wrong. The instructors really know what they're doing. The staff is so friendly and kind. The cleanliness is unbeatable. I love Chereen, she's awesome! I always leave corepower in the best mood read more

This is the only NoVa CorePower location that offers CoreRestore. This class, held in a pretty warm room by candlelight on Sunday night, is a great way to let go of the tensions from the past week, spend some restful time with yourself, and recharge for the week ahead. I am sure other classes are great and the schedule seems to have good class times but my only visit was for CoreRestore because this location is a little far from me. As with other CorePowers, the studio was clean, the locker rooms were spacious and had showers, and there was convenient free parking adjacent available to the other businesses in the complex. read more

Love this place. It offers fast paced varying degrees of hot yoga. I love their sculpt class which is incredibly challenging and a great fusion of weights cardio and yoga. The studio is so clean and bathrooms are incredibly nice. The instructors are great too. Love it! read more

Love the whole team! Classes aren't over crowded, staff is dedicated and personal, class times for all schedules! Yoga sculpt is amazing!

I went back to try their CorePower Heated Yoga Sculpt class. Room is toasty but not overwhelmingly hot like Bikram. My Instructor was Lisa who was FULL of energy, positive praises and motivated the class from start to finish. This chick is the energizer bunny and her tunes are sure to get you moving and grooving for a workout that is sure to get your sweat pouring and blood pumping. Class format: think flow with weights plus a little cardio and aerobic action thrown for a cool down with a zenlike yoga stretch and savasana. If you love yoga or want a little oomph in your workout, try CorePower's high energy Yoga Sculpt class! read more

SHAYNA IS AWWWWESOMMMMMMME. the best thing about CorePower is 1. Shayna and 2. dividing the work up into manageable pieces and 3. being able to see what zone you're in on the minitor and getting a summary on your phone right after. super cool read more

I've been coming to Corepower for the past 6 months and I have taken classes with most instructors at the falls church and merrifield location. Below are my thoughts on the instructors and classes: Falls Church- - Brittany De (Yoga Sculpt)- I love her class! She is always very enthusiastic and very encouraging which makes the class more enjoyable. - Michelle (Yoga Sculpt)- She switches up her workout and is also one of my favorite instructors. I love how every class, she switches up the routine with something unexpected like doing 100 pushups in one class! It actually makes the class go by faster when you don't know what you're expecting. - Clare (Yoga Sculpt)- I found her class to be somewhat slow.. esp. in the beginning, it feels more like C2 rather than yoga sculpt. I also am not a fan of her music, i remember one class she played disney music which isn't a great playlist for a Yoga Scupt class. - Monica (Yoga Sculpt)- She is a superwoman lol. I feel like whenever I go to her class, I come out feeling like I went to 2 back to back yoga sculpt classes. The kicker is, she does literally every exercise with us and doesn't even seem like she's tired. Her class is VERY fast- paced, which I love and there's no easing into it. TAKE HER CLASS! - Rissa Ca (Yoga Sculpt)- I've taken her class 2x and both times, the temperature in the class was UNBEARABLE. At one point, someone in the class pointed out that it was WAY too hot in the room. She would always be adjusting the temperature.. like she would be running back and forth from the front of the room to the back every few minutes to adjust temp. I'm not sure why but it is actually very distracting! She is actually a great instructor but I do wish she would keep the room at a bearable temperature in the first place so that she doesn't have to adjust it every few minutes. - Angela Ca (Yoga Sculpt)- She is also one of my fav instructors. Very difficult. Great music. Workouts have a ton of repetitions. She teaches on the weekends at 9:30am. - Amy K (Yoga Sculpt)- I took a few of her classes and they're always challenging and she plays great music, does the poses with us, is very encouraging! I only wish she teaches more 6pm classes at the falls church location! - Kaitlyn R (Yoga Sculpt)- she doesn't really do the poses with us. I took one of her class a while back and she actually yells very loud in class, which can get a little bit distracting at times. - Stephanie D (Yoga Sculpt)- She sounds like a boot camp instructor. lol Merrifield- - Emily C (Yoga Sculpt)- She does a lot of adjustments but she doesn't really do any of the yoga poses with the class. I actually prefer teachers who do the poses with us, she would explain it rather than show it. - Anna Cat (C2)- She is actually one of the first instructors I had when i first started and she is a great C2 instructor. i would highly recommend for C2 class! - Kimberly B (C2)- She is a nice instructor but I leave her class feeling like I just sat in a sauna and didn't do any exercises. That is b/c all the classes I had with her, she would leave like a good chunk of class for us to try a yoga pose. For example, 10 minutes to do the wheel... I didn't like that at all, i feel like she needs to have more structure in her class so that it feels like more of a workout than sitting in the sauna. She also talks a lot in class. Don't get me wrong, shes a great instructor but she just isn't what I am looking for in a yoga instructor, I like more of a workout than meditating in class. - Diana W (C2)- She is one of my favorite C2 instructors. Challenging for a C2 class! I believe she teachers during the day. I prefer yoga sculpt over C2. Yoga sculpt is definitely more challenging and considered more of a fitness class. I bought a 6 month membership and now that it is over, I am happy to move onto something different. I did enjoy my time at Corepower but I do wish that there were more 6pm classes at the Merrifield location. The locker rooms can be crowded after class so definitely take advantage of the cubbies outside. Water is $2 and Yoga mat rentals are also $2. One thing I'd like to mention is that.. I don't think the floors are cleaned between every class. I see one class end and people piling into the next class without wiping the sweat off the floor, which is a little disgusting b/c I see people sweat all around and outside their mat. The monthly fee for unlimited classes is around $155 which is pretty pricey but I hear there is a student discount. read more

One of my favorite yoga studios--hands down. Such a beautiful studio--very clean and provides the little extra amenities that really make the place just a bit more better than the rest. The instructors are very knowledgeable and helpful. Remember to bring your mat, although I believe they rent them out in case you forget. Additionally, a towel to place over your mat is super helpful as it starts to get a bit slippery once things start really heating up. They also rent these out for $1. Lastly, don't forget your water! read more

I love this studio!! I've done many classes here and I've never once been disappointed. Educated and very helpful instructors, challenging classes, excellent studio space and amenities, I could go on and on! read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE CPY! I moved recently to Arlington from Somerville, MA, and started going to the Medford studio soon after it opened (which is also awesome). I was so excited when I found out CPY was accomodating my move! My only complaint is that it's not closer to my house -- so, um...Arlington studio?!? The studio itself is gorgeous and clean - filtered water and basic toiletries are provided. The classes are awesome and the schedule is much better than other studios with much more variety. I LOVE Sculpt - such a fabulous workout. I'd like to see a C3 class or a 75 or 90 minute C2 class, but I'm sure that will come with time. The Medford studio kept expanding it's schedule as it became more popular, so I imagine Falls Church will do the same. It'd be great if they added a weekday 530 or 6pm C2 and mixed up the 515 HPY / 6pm Sculpt routine - but that's such a small complaint (and they're always asking for feedback anyways, so maybe that will happen). It's also really great that you can go to any studio. It's not your typical Baptiste / Bikram style - but it's also more laid back and doesn't feel as snobby as those studios can sometimes be - and it offers a lot more variety. It's definitely accessible for beginners (C1 intro class), but it can be really challenging too - especially Sculpt (nobody who's taken a sculpt class with Alexis, Tara, or Ahmed could possibly suggest that it's not an amazing workout). read more

So far, I've been very impressed with the staff (welcoming, friendly, happy to answer questions or provide guidance), the space (the changing rooms and the studios are clean and comfortable spaces, the sound system is great within the rooms, always love water fountains that will fill your water bottle, and the temperature is always on-point), and the rental gear (the mats are fantastic!) are all top-notch. As a yoga newbie, it's been a great intro to the studio, the practice, and the people. Not intimidating at all - the community seems warm and welcoming and I've been very pleased with the sizes of the classes and the schedule. I really enjoyed the CoreRestore and the C1 classes have all been fantastic. I've even made it to the 6:15AM classes a few times - which says a lot about the staff and classes. read more

Tried out the studio at Falls Church for a week and I am hooked. Continuing as a Black Tag Member to make CorePower Yoga a part of my active life. Instructors are great. Studio is quite and peaceful with a friendly environment. read more

Core power yoga is a fantastic studio. I started just 4 weeks ago with C1 and find it beginner friendly but challenging at the same time. The instructors are friendly and willing to assist . I would highly recommend this studio read more

Love love love. I literally don't have a bad thing to say. I am obsessed! Every teacher I've had has been amazing, love all the classes and the class options. Very clean and everyone is so nice! read more

Best yoga studio for those who love to unwind with yoga and get a great workout! My fitness has definitely been taken to the next level with Sculpt classes, and I'm learning and deepening poses with C2 classes. All of the instructors are fantastic, which really means I can go to any class that fits into my schedule. The Black Tag membership is where its at - $150 a month for unlimited classes. I go 3-4 times a week, so this ends up being a great value compared to other studios. Try the free week offered and I guarantee you'll be hooked too! read more

I have been going here since August 2014, and I am OBSESSED. Sculpt classes have changed my life. I have loved every single one of my instructors, the classes are always a fun time, and I leave feeling energized. Everyone should go here. read more

I came in for the free week and absolutely felt at home. I had done yoga only 3 times before within the past few years, so I was definitely a beginner. I started with the 'Beginners C1' class - the teachers really go through each move and it's purpose which was very helpful. Immediatedly bought a groupon for unlimited month - which was very reasonably priced! If you are looking for a little extra work out, they have CorePower sculpting with weights. Ahmed does a great job instructing this class. This is a great workout! I try to do this workout 1-2 times a week, and definitely feel the burn the follow few days! Fun energetic class! It's a little expensive without the groupon, but they offer yoga for helping to clean the studios - which I plan to take advantage of! Love this place. read more

I've been practicing at this studio for over two years and am now a Black Tag Member because of great instructors at this particular Core Power location. As CP is corporately run, there is a very standard practice and shiny feel to this. There are several locations in the region but this studio stands out for a few reasons. 1. The instructors are knowledgeable, get to know you and are passionate about both practice and trying new things. 2. Parking! 3. Cleaner than your average CP read more

yeah, I"m gonna give it 5 stars. I try to keep 5 to a minimum, but I was really impressed with this place. As a yoga instructor, when I am out of town, I make it a practice to try studios that are new to me. My class was with Athena. she was super pleasant as she helped get me signed up. Once in the class it was all business. she did a nice job of moving around the room demo'ing and encouraging. The core class with weights was very tough, but doable. I liked the cardio. If you are looking for Zen, this isn't it. The music kind of reminded me of a Les Mills class, but better. It wasn't your usual Baptiste class. The studio, locker room and entrance area was very open, clean and boutique - y. And I liked that the class was only 1 hr. I'm not sure I could've done much more. I recommend it. read more

Love the variety of classes and times offered. My current favorite yoga spot and a great way to recover after my long run. The studio is clean and the staff welcoming read more

Great staff! From the studio manager (Jewels) to every teacher I have interacted with. They are friendly and make you feel at home when you are new to the studio. They know most students by their first name and they truly care about making the best out of your yoga practice. Keep up the great work! read more