Another stop on my tour de fitness via ClassPass this month, and this CorePower location left some to be desired. I've been to other CorePower locations in the past and enjoyed the tough workout, so thought I'd try this location in SLP. I was excited when I saw they had a parking lot, but quickly saw how tiny and full it was, leaving me searching across Excelsior for a street spot. Crossing that intersection is terrifying! I've been warmly greeted at other studios, but that was not the case on this particular day here. The instructor and other front desk worker just looked at me, and when I said it was my first time at this location, didn't give me any direction. When I asked which of the rooms the sculpt class would be in, the instructor seemed annoyed that I was asking. There is a locker room with a few showers, bathroom stalls and lockers - but note you have to bring your own lock. The CorePower ads throughout the locker room give off a corporate vibe. The room is HOT - be prepared! This class was pretty packed and already steaming up the mirrors. The Yoga Sculpt class is pretty cardio-intensive, with weights and yoga postures as well. It got so hot at one point I had to step out for a minute, and I've done quite a bit of hot yoga! The combo of cardio, weights, and humidity got to me. But I got a hardcore sweat and workout in! The instructor wasn't quite my style: she sang all of the instructions and didn't provide modifications. None of the class takers replied to her questions or call-outs, and it didn't feel like there was much community between members. Some folks left early, and there wasn't a clear system for cleaning the weights - they all just got put back on the pile. The lack of parking and welcoming spirit will probably keep me from returning to this location, sadly. read more

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Finally a CorePower yoga branch with good shower pressure... kid you not but the membership fee is not cheap. It's more than $150/month so I really need to have better and bigger facilities for class and after class. Reena's class is a balance of body and mind being a true hot vinyasa style class. Her mandala flow poses are wonderful if you want to strengthen and practice your breathing. I haven't tried other instructor classes so I can't speak to that. This studio is small. Parking is limited but there is additional free parking across the street. read more

I love CorePower in San Francisco, so naturally I was excited to come to this studio in Minneapolis. Apparently this is one of 14 studios here in the Twin Cities, but one of the original ones (i.e. an euphemism for old). The studio is pretty small, with 2 rooms and a locker room with 3 showers, 2 toilets, and some lockers. The SF studio is large and gets super crowded, so I can't imagine what this is like during peak hours or if everyone is trying to shower in the morning. Also, the lockers are not digital, so make sure you bring a padlock with you. I took 2 classes here - the core circuit class in the morning, followed by the Core Fusion class. The core circuit has 4 stations, with 4 exercises that you do for about 30-45 seconds. You do each of the 4 stations three times with breaks in between each of the sets. It's a pretty decent workout but I found the music to be a little bit strange (more techno music without words) and the room was on the hot side. I do Barry's Bootcamp so I'm used to not having fans in workout rooms and having sweat all over the place, but there was sweat all over the mats and floors and nobody had towels to wipe up after themselves, so that was a little bit gross. It was a pretty decent workout of legs/squats, shoulder presses, lunges, crunches, etc, but none of the moves were anything out of the ordinary that I hadn't done before. I took the Core Fusion class afterwards, which is heated to 105 degrees and slightly slower than the C2, which is a faster paced vinyasa flow. I thought the yoga class was okay but I'm sure that it takes a few tries to find a teacher's style that you like. There is a parking lot in the front with space for about 10-12 cars. At 7:30 am, it was not full, but I can imagine it being a zoo during peak hours. Also, mats are $2 to rent and water is $2. If you want a towel, it's $1. Overall, fairly decent workouts but nothing that I'd necessarily make a special trip for. read more

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awesome classes, convenient location. love the energy of the sculpt classes. very approachable for anyone who has tried yoga in the last. lots of variety as well! read more

I've recently started attending more classes at the SLP CorePower Yoga location, and each time has been a very positive experience. I've found the teachers at this location to be extra welcoming and warm; they really make an effort to get to know you. The classes are similar to at other CPY locations, and they still have Core Cardio Circuit on weekday mornings! The locker rooms are small as others have mentioned, but they are still very clean and well kept. There is a small parking lot, and if its full you can park across the street. I'd highly recommend this CPY location! read more

Professionalism I walked in with my mask on and nose and mouth covered- Barry the studio manager told me it wasn't high enough over my nose (in the locker room) so I switched to a larger cloth mask and pulled it up over my nose. Then in the middle of class he came up to my mat while I was practicing, in front of everyone in class, and said I would have to leave class because it wasn't fully covering the bottom of my chin! Somehow he spotted this "problem" from far across the room. Perhaps it wasn't fully covering the bottom of my chin because I had to pull it up so far over my nose to please him on the locker room. Anyways. His behavior was inappropriate. He ruined my yoga class but not the rest of my day. I realized while I was doing yoga that it really wasn't about my mask being one centimeter this way or one centimeter that way; It wasn't even about me. It was about him and his issues and not me. This wasn't the first time I've has issues with with Barry the manager at the St Lous Park. Ok Obviously he doesn't like me. But it's never appropriate to act that way during class and In front of people; Coming up to me in class while I was practicing and while my mouth and nose were fully covered by my mask. Seems the manager Barry has some issues. Yoga practice doesn't seem to be helping him cope. Whenever I walk in he suddenly becomes an expert in mask placement. I should mention I've never had this problem at other studios where I've always been treated kindly and professionally. read more

This Core Power is the closest one to me, and I really enjoyed the classes..and the teachers are awesome...so it pains me, to write this review. If I could just rate the classes here it is 4 stars.. but outside the classroom... I feel that it justifies my taking 2 stars off...I hope you understand. First the classroom gets over crowded, and literally it gets to be yoga mat to yoga mat. Considering the so many students that they pack in a class, the locker room is unacceptably tiny, there is not enough locker cubbys nor adequate space for each student's personal stuff ...so where else can you store your stuff then, but ABOVE the lockers or BELOW under the bench. Thievery is a problem here, too. I have lost (got stolen) my expensive yoga toes towel and my yoga bag. I have heard countless stories of loss and thievery from other yogis. Don't know if the crowded situation is tempting the thieves or if the crowded situation makes one so stressed that the yogis make it easy for the thieves ...or both. Maybe within all the chaos, yogis lose consciousness of what's around them, which is ironic, because yoga is a study of being mindful, and to learn to distress, let go. There are only 3 showers and 2 bathrooms.After classes (there are 2 classrooms here, usually going on at the same time) people fight for showers and it's such a zoo. Not to mention the chaos at the shoes cubby where we store our shoes by the door is zooey, too. The private parking lot sucks. It's shared with another store, where it seems like they don't get much business, there are always a few cars there, and they seem to enjoy towing corepower yogi's cars that park at their lot. The lot is in poor condition. I've gotten a flat tire twice (over the course of 2 years) driving in to their lot because of their sharp curb. One yoga instructor have told me people have punctured their tires quite a bit there at that sharp curb, For example on that second time I punctured my tire, 2 other people who came to yoga did , according to my yoga instructor. They can't/won't do anything though, since they have no power over that problem The good thing is there is always the overflow parking ramp across the Excelsior highway, Crossing the hwy is painful on windy below 0 temperatures, though...especially after hot steamy yoga. After getting (seriously)sick a couple of times as a result of stepping out into the cold after a hot class, wet. I have completely stopped going to this yoga studio, last fall 2012. I am doing yoga to get healthy...not to get stressed and sick. If the St Louis Park Corepower wants to keep the clientele, they need to consider making some serious changes/upgrades or even moving the real estate to accommodate the yogis instead of expecting the yogis to accommodate them. read more

I actually thought about not reviewing this studio for about a week because I didn't want the word to get around how awesome this studio was because before you know it we'll be packed in like sardines. But I've gotten over my megalomaniac frenzy and want to say that this place is great. If you're a first time visitor you get one week free. And you know I jumped on that shit like there was no tomorrow. It's been five days and I've already gone four times! There are a couple of other locations--Edina, Uptown, Eden Prairie, St. Paul but I've only gone to the SLP one because I live about a mile away. The heated yoga room makes such a difference. I always feel like I'm going to pass out at the end, but I kind of love that feeling? No pain no gain right? read more

A glorious fifth star has been added in my update because I am now receiving Yoga magazine complimentary of Corepower. This is not a magazine I would normally purchase, mainly because I'm not a devoted Yogi. But having this treat waiting for me in my mailbox monthly makes me take sometime and reflect a bit, let's me unwind, and gives me that little added motivation to get my ass to the gym. read more

CorePower Yoga - St. Louis Park - Yoga Near Me - St. Louis Park, Minnesota

Eeh. VERY crowded. Small locker room/bathroom for the woman (never been in the men's). Easy to find and easy parking. Instructor was very knowlegable - makes me think about coming back. Note - I think finding a gym, yoga club, hairstylist, grocery store, mechanic (anything really) is a little like dating - you need to give each a try a couple of times, but find the one that's right for you. This one didn't do it for me - but judging by how crowded it is, it must strike a cord with a lot of others. read more

Core power in St. Louis park has eliminated their hot power fusion classes except for 9 am during the work week. Who gets to go to yoga in the middle of the day? And Emily the manager was frankly rude when I complained about it. In eliminating the classes they are losing their best teachers. The remaining staff is adequate at best. Sometimes you have to push back on corporate in Colorado. It's cold in MN. We need our hot yoga. Try Modo for hot yoga. It's less than a mile away and it's great! read more

The only reason the SLP studio isn't getting my full 5 stars is because everyone loves it so much that many of the after work classes (especially in the winter - hot yoga - I get it) are so darn crowded. Bypass this by getting there early, understanding that you "stay on the 4 corners of your mat" and that a little sweat is okay. Gross. I just wrote that? I just joined the autopay membership and have been taking full advantage! As a not typical "granoli" yogi, I have really gotten into it and it's a very accepting atmosphere for newbies. It's not as "OM" yoga, and you get an AMAZING workout from any class you take. Tuesday mornings are the best (shoot please dont show up and make my favorite class packed), but between Jospehs C2 and Katies Sculpt (Seriously when she repeats "yes you can!" 4000 times I really stop feeling like I might die for an hour straight) you can't go wrong! Visit- but go to another studio please :-) read more

I was in search of some fitspiration, and I am happy to say I found it at Corepower Yoga! About 20 years ago, my dad got me into yoga when we lived in California, but I didn't continue my practice as I grew up and my life got busy (although I realize now that I should have). Now, yoga is everywhere, and everyone's doing it...but let the record show that I was doin it long before the movement swept the nation :P My favorite instructors at the SLP studio are Aldrin (my fave class of his is his 4pm C2 class on Tuesdays), and Bre (fave class is her 7pm Sunday Candlelight Hot Power Fusion). Aldrin also teaches the sculpt classes (with weights), although I have yet to be courageous enough to try it. You can tell he really enjoys pushing his students to have the very best yoga experience possible, which means pushing ourselves to places we never thought we'd go with tons of optional advanced variations in poses. His C2 class was my first Corepower class ever, and I was hooked at downward facing dog. I worked my butt off, used muscles I didn't remember I had and sweat more in one hour than I had in a month...but it was all worth it! I left the class with a very tranquil, positive mindset. And if tranquility is what you're after, I can't say enough about Bre and her calming, soothing voice. During her 75 minute heated candlelight class, I am so relaxed that my mind barely knows I'm working my body. It is my favorite way to end/start the week! A FEW TIPS: Arrive early (15 min+ to be sure you get a spot in popular classes). If the parking lot is full, you can often find parking across the street. Remember to bring a water bottle & sweat towel. If you're a first-timer, you can rent a yoga mat, but you're gonna love it, so I would recommend buying your own, along with a yoga towel (you will understand after one class why a towel on top of your mat is a must). **And don't let all this talk about sweat turn you away--I for one, HATE to sweat, but at CP it never seems to phase me. I think my mind and body know that I'm doing positive things for them, so a little sweat doesn't hurt. read more

My first visit to Corepower! Upon walking in (about 20 minutes early for the class I wanted to go to) I immediately felt welcome. They were helpful in explaining to me how to sign up, what I needed, where things were, etc. The class I went to was VERY crowded. I think at some point they should stop letting people enter the class - I was literally right on top of 2 people and it really affected my practice. Semi-easy parking. They have a parking lot but like I said, it's crowded. You may have to park across the street. It's not that bad - unless it's below freezing and you are still sweating from your class and have to run across a busy street... Instructor (David K.) was knowlegeable, paced the class well and did corrections. All very important things. I really like it when the instructor participates (has a mat and does the poses with you) in the class - maybe they do in intro classes. read more

My goal was to sample as much of CY as I could in my intro week. St. Louis Park CY was 1st stop on my Corepower Yoga tour. I attended the entry level and left feeling very refreshed. CY is a yoga factory which I do not think is a bad thing, particularly if you are someone just starting out. I would like to see some fresh class arrangements and music lists as I continually found the classes to be the exact same from studio to studio. I like this studio. It was located in a great location, though parking was hard to come by unless you want to cross a busy street. I really like the fact that Trader Joe's is close by as well as a few restaurants. The studio's locker room was well equipped and clean and the staff were very pleasant. read more

I used to take quite a few classes here until the last class I took in August of 2017. I left work early to take a yoga sculpt class on a Friday and was super excited about the class. John was the instructor, and his attitude and the way he was all over a few female students in the class was very awkward and uncomfortable. I didn't say anything about it at the time, but I'm deciding to be no longer silent. I felt John was inappropriately provided "hands on adjustments" to a few female students and in the final shavasana, he was standing over this female student right next to me and grabbed under her shoulders and was lifting her up. I felt John's foot on my mat, so it caused me to open my eyes. Even during the class he was saying out loud to these particular females "I'm watching you" and "you're fun". Like they were the only people in the room. Bizarre!! After class, I was having a problem with slipping on my mat, and John was so rude and condescending about the care of my mat and wouldn't listen to my concerns and ended up walking away during our conversation. I exclusively practice on Lululemon mats, and have for years, so the fact this was a brand new mat, I was expressing that something wasn't right with the mat. Another female employee stepped in to have the manager call me to work with me on exchanging my mat out, and it's now fine. I left this corepower location so frustrated and upset, I would never return. Too bad as I used to like this location. read more

Rude, rude staff. Lecturing at the front desk. Condescending teacher forced into teaching a class he obviously felt was so beneath him. Never will go back to this location. Missing the whole point of yoga's intent. 'Nough said. Avoid! read more

corepower as a whole is a wonderful company, offering excellent yoga classes and packages at fair value. the SLP location; however, is my least favorite. I find the instructors to be generally sour, the yoga room small and always crowded and with an always lingering scent of sweat. this is a testament to the good classes but i much prefer other locations to SLP. read more

Awesome classes. The Sculpt classes here NEVER disappoint. Each instructor is amazing and you can tell they really love what they do. The studio is always steaming hot and I leave looking like I went for a swim in Calhoun. My only complaint is the entrance. So tiny! I mean itty bitty cramped. For a studio in this location, I would expect a larger entrance. I feel like I'm getting trampled on while I'm just trying to leave in hopes of cooling my body into the bitter cold that MN has to offer. Note: bring shoes that are easy to get on and off and stand clear of that doorway b/c I'm probably going to break through the mob at some point. You've been warned. read more

Nice but small location. Come early to ensure a parking spot in the lot and to beat the crowd in the tiny locker room. There are 2 yoga studios. I was in studio#2 and found it to be decent in size, comparable to other corepowers. It's not the most convenient location for me, but I'm willing to put in some extra drive time for the 90 min Hot Yoga classes. Those are my favorite and they're not offered at all the studios. read more

The size of the locker rooms and entry area are a joke for this specific location. They are undersized to a point where it's almost impossible to move when a class is about to start or ends. Corepower is a good studio for a lot of reasons but it's not perfect. I like corepower because the studios are fancy and so are the locker rooms and amenities. I really like that they have soaps and lotions that are free of artificial perfumes because I am allergic to perfumes. I also like the variety of locations of studios you can visit, but few of these studios have adequate parking. It's frustrating to have to worry about parking and parking costs when you are supposed to be relaxing! Corepower has a fun variety of classes but most of the classes are rigid and wont vary much from instructor to instructor. Corepower turns their instructors into cookie cutter teachers, which I understand is to provide consistency, but it can get a tad boring when every class is the same and every instructor repeats the same catch phrases and instructions. You get the feeling that the instructors aren't very deep with their own experience and insight, they've just drank the corepower "kool-aide". That said, the instructors are all very nice and just want to make your day better. I enjoy prartcicing at this studio, faults and all. read more

I really love the culture of the brand, the structure of each of the classes, and the bio section of the instructors. However, I would like to see a more interactive app that tracks a higher level of activity (blue tooth connects to IOT) more options for paying and a place to meditate after classes. I don't want to rush from studio to overcrowded locker room or have to sit by the shoe rack. read more

LOVE CPY! This specific location feels like home. Jessie (6 am Sculpt teacher) is amazing. My favorite instructor at any location, I'll follow her anywhere! That being said every teacher (IN THE MORNINGS) here has exceeded my expectations. I always feel encouraged here! The 1 week free is a must before you commit and always try multiple classes. I try to switch my routines up so I'm getting all the benefits CPY has to offer. read more

New manager is out of touch. Only focused on Sculpt and C2 combined with too many groupons/deals = McYoga.

Good basic flow classes. Instructors are consistent and very nice. Good voice pacing and tone to guide you through. Don't expect much technique teaching during the class. Never mentioned anything about charging of feet, or where drishti should be during poses. Also lacked in inversion challenges - crow was the only pose performed in a regular flow class. Expect to pay $20 for a one time visit. Evening prime time classes very crowded. read more

I went to corepower today to inquire information. The "cleaning lady" was blocking me at the door not allowing me inside. When I asked her if there was anyone there I could talk to she snapped at me and said "No, there in a class." I told I could wait for them to be done and she said that wasn't her problem and slammed the door in my face. I have already written a letter of complaint to management. I hope that they reconsider her employment or at least have her never talk to another human being again. I have never been more disrespected by such an inconsiderate person in my life. read more

A quality Core Power - next to the Minnetonka CPY this is the one I frequent most. Locker room feels a bit more cramped.

Favorite yoga studio, all the instructors are so nice and helpful. The range of classes allows for workout and recovery sessions. Never going anywhere else read more

Love, love corepower and especially Hot Power Fusion....but this location is one of the few that offer more class times for it and it's my least favorite. It's tiny and the instructor John that teaches many of the HPF classes here is rather condescending and rude at times. His teaching is also not always great. I'd recommend the instructors at Edina, Eden Prairie, or Northeast. They are great! read more

I've been coming to this studio for years, and the instructors are all excellent. Erin j and aldrin offer my favorite classes, but they will challenge you. Come early since parking in front is limited, don't eat a huge meal beforehand, and be ready to sweat!! read more

Don't go to this studio if you are claustrophobic! It is tiny--tiny entryway with shoe cubbies at the front door that makes it impossible for others to come in or go out without falling all over you. Tiny parking lot that never seems to have an empty space. Tiny bathroom with too few showers for the crowded classes and lockers that you won't be able to use because you need to bring your own lock. Classroom space is adequate but gets cramped. Instructors are personable, but I could die for some individuality in their teaching--they seem to have memorized the same script, which becomes sooo boring. Often the music is so loud that you can't hear the instruction. This studio is definitely my least favorite. read more

I don't usually write reviews. Felt compelled to do so here... Love the location, although the locker room is quite small - thus, 4 stars. David K (Hot Power Fusion class) is by far my favorite yoga instructor in town. Knows how to provide just enough instruction for both the beginner & practitioner. Does not call people out by name. Carefully creates a wonderful, meditative space with his presence & music. I go to at least one of his classes every week. read more

I tried out the studio with the free week offer. I truly wasn't expecting to like it - but I LOVED it. The instructors are knowledgeable and friendly. It's a very welcoming environment and there are plenty of options for classes. read more

Not the best. The teachers need to focus on teaching the class that is happening at that moment instead of constantly watching themselves in the mirror! read more

Love CPY and the variety of classes they offer, especially love the CCC class. Please keep it on the schedule! It's what keeps me going back. :) read more

I love CorePower yoga, their instructors, and everything else about it! I go 3-4 times per week. My favorites are the C2 and Hot Power Fusion classes. I tore my ACL over a year ago and these classes have helped me get my mobility back. I can do poses that I couldn't do before. Thank you so much for your great staff and amazing classes. LOVE IT! read more

As with many others, I am going to break down my review as "non-yoga" and "yoga" because they were vastly different experiences. The non-yoga includes parking which is non-existent and super-small locker rooms. We parked across the street in Excelsior and Grand parking and had to make a mad dash across an icy road and median to get to the location. The yoga itself was awesome. Great instructor (Dylan) who kept it light and informative. It was very relaxing and as a first-timer, I was not intimidated at all. Even the registration process was fairly easy and they are great communicators. My wife and I took the class together and there were only four guys, so when I got back to the locker room, the shower was quick and easy. However, my wife was one of 10+ women in the class and there are only two showers in the women's locker room and barely enough room for 10 people, so she either had the choice to wait 30 minutes to shower or just leave sweaty. If this studio had better parking and a larger women's locker room, it would be worth every penny. The yoga is fantastic. read more