I love yoga, but hot yoga is a subtype of practice I don't actually like and am skeptical about…read more But HEY. If there was a 6th star this place would get one because I don't even like hot yoga and still come here. This is a shi-shi/bougie type studio and I'm not going to lie, I love that. But it's not over the top. instructors and customer service are great, they have showers, the other yogis are nice and chat you up (there's a good sense of community), they give out scented cold towels at the end of class for a literal cool down, they use infrared heat, and the floors are NOT HEATED. Even without heating the floor, the floor absorbs heat anyway. Heated floors are overkill (pun intended). There's another hot yoga studio in town that does that and I just die. But not in a good yoga type of dying (since you're "reborn" when you arise from savasana at the end of class). I didn't get a chance to try too many instructors because of my schedule, but a standout was Angela. I love that we Om and we take time to do pranayama (breathing regulation). She also offers classes that can accommodate beginners and advanced practices. (yay handstands!) And Karissa the owner is great too. She was able to resolve a problem, did not talk down to me, and went above and beyond to provided a fair compromise and solution. The one draw back is that their rental mats are too thin. Many places at this price point (and you have to pay to rent anyway -- $2 I think?) will use something like the Jade Yoga Harmony line. I didn't notice if this was available, but renting hand towels or full size yoga towel would be nice touch too. As a hot yoga tip, a hand towel is good for people who get slippery hands but not feet. If you get slickery with your feet, you would need a mat sized yoga towel with non-slip grips on the underside. Manduka makes a good one. A regular towel or even yoga marketed microfiber towels will bunch up if there's not grip on one side.

Modern, clean and fresh studio with a good vibe!…read more Passing south from the Enchantments in our RV, we were initially seeking out campsites with showers. These were $40-50 per night -yikes! We decided instead to drive further south, park overnight at Walmart and spend the money on a yoga class and shower there instead. When we researched Yakima, Renu jumped out at us. We practice hot yoga in our home town and wanted to stretch our limbs after intense hiking in the Cascades. This place has a gorgeous, classy studio that accommodates maybe 15 people per class. Ali was our instructor and she has a wonderful relaxed vibe, even as she threw in a few extra core moves! If you live in Yakima and have never tried hot yoga before, I think you should try Renu and just go for it! In a heated room, the instructor leads you through 24 poses plus 2 breathing exercises that stretch and strengthen every part of your body, including your lungs. This particular studio is heated by infra red panels instead of a furnace and there is less humidity than I am used to. But I did get into some pretty deep stretches! The bergamot lime cold towel Ali handed out at the end is a rare treat. Bathrooms and showers are like a spa! Parking on site. Ali was helpful with our many questions. My husband and I bought single class passes for $17 plus tax. Renu will rent mats for $2 / complementary for the first class. They do have a range of yoga classes, not just hot 26. Renu is a female-owned business which employs a diverse staff. I wish them the best with their beautiful studio!

On a chilly morning with fat snowflakes silently falling, made it to the Yoga Hot Spot. I was…read moredriving from Tri-Cities and meeting up with a friend for the 9am class. We managed to make it in the door at 8:45 and inside we could already see people were crammed in the studio. I tiptoed among the yoga-istas on the floor and founds some real estate to lay my mat. As the name of the studio implies, this is a hot yoga studio. There is one room for yoga practice. There is an area with cubby holes to stash your gear. (I didn't check out the locker room area). Our class was a Hatha class (they also have power yoga and a "fusion" type of class). I generally grumble about hot yoga, because I sweat like rain cloud, but on this chilly day, the heat actually felt comforting. The yoga instructor was great. For me, I have experienced a range of instructors between scary drill instructors to sleep-inducing New Age-y. So, all I can say is the class was good. It was hard enough for me to do most poses, and leave some poses a bit above my skill (which is good and something to shoot for next time). As with most yoga sessions, the best pose: Savasana (--The Corpse Pose--). After any yoga class the feeling of tiredness, calm, and energy is always worth all the sweat, strain, & struggle. The studio is nice. There is no funky smell. It was clean and new.

There are so many things I adore about this studio. They bring such a superior game to this small…read morecity. I really hope they continue to hold themselves to the high standard that they've set. Keep it up!!! Hot Spot does a great job of making newcomers feel welcome. I started here, but I've since been to studios where they sort of shout out directives and move from the next pose to the other without helping you or directing your breath. Here, they not only introduce each pose but gently remind you of its proper form. Each instructor takes care to pay attention to the direction of the breath and remind you of which muscles and organs you're engaging ("This is helping your transverse colon...." -- and things like that.) It's a great reminder of the "why" to it all and it refocuses your mind to really engage in the posture. The studio itself is really cute, really clean, feels new, and makes me want to come back or never leave. The practice room has never had even the faintest smell. Sometimes before Yin yoga starts (deep stretching class that is AMAZING!!!) they will light some incense which really sets the mood. The lights are always dim or off, which I really like and have learned is not always the case at all studios! All of the instructors are adorable. They all follow the same sort of generalized script, but each one has their own changes, additions, emphasis, intonation. I get giddy every time I have every instructor here, there is no going wrong with any of them. One thing I really love about the class is that instructors will walk around at parts of the practice. Sometimes they will adjust your posture, but other times they will help you reach a deeper level of the posture that you wouldn't be able to without their help. I have had instructors hold my feet down during cobra to allow my back to really soar. I've also had some lift me in the pose where you're on your belly, holding your ankles with your hands. (What's that one called again??) Incredible back stretch. My favorite posture is Camel Pose ("This is a heart opening posture!") Overall, the tone is always warm, soothing, and absolutely 'detoxifying' -- many of them will add affirmations to the end of practice, and really treat it as the spiritual practice that it is. I feel rejuvenated every time I come. All levels are welcome. I feel so lucky to have started hot yoga here!

I love Pro Motion Functional Fitness. Before coming I didn't believe I could reach my personal…read morehealth goals of being stronger, healthier and thinner. I have been at Promotion Functional Fitness I have been moving closer to those goals. I work with Erin at Pro Motion and she is a great support, motivator and wealth of knowledge when I have questions. She is very patient and keeps me focused. I love that no matter what time of day I can fit my workout in I always have access. It has been a great fit for me. It's not your typical gym and that's what I love about it.

Functional Fitness has a very supportive and knowledgeable staff. One of the reasons I feel…read morecomfortable at and enjoy Functional Fitness gym is the wide range in ages and fitness levels of its patrons. One can have a trainer, participate in group workouts or do your own thing. It is a great gym.

They trap you with a contract. Costs 250$ to quit the gym and escape the contract that is not…read moreexplained and 2 full pages in fine print of legal speak that is hard to understand. Never join a gym with a contract its just a legal way for them to steal from you. Business with shady practices won't last. You can't burn people and expect them to come back.

I have been a member of the Yakima Athletic Club for at least 30 years. I have throughly enjoyed…read morethe atmosphere, sense of community and inclusiveness that this club offers. You will meet friends for life at this club. The staff and the Instructors are absolutely top notch and are always learning and instructing. They continue to encourage members to be as healthy as they can possibly be and always offer alternatives and modifications. They are truly invested in the health of their members. They are always advertising incentives to become a member. Join, you will not be disappointed.

Best Gym in yakima! Family local gym that cares for all the community! If you want to feel…read morecomfortable and achieve your goal this is the gym! They also have kids room!

Achieve is the perfect fit for my life as a single mama. The various classes help to accommodate my…read morecrazy schedule. The kid's area helps me stay committed even when childcare doesn't work out. And the staff create a very comfortable and engaging environment. Everyone is willing to answer questions or offer advice. I never feel out of place.