I recently tried a class at Hartford Sweat and it was such a great experience. The instructor created a really relaxed atmosphere, so even as a beginner I didn't feel out of place. The class was a good mix of stretching and light challenge, and I left feeling refreshed instead of exhausted. Everyone there was super welcoming which made it even better. read more

This review is only about the "Gentle Yoga" classes at Hartford Sweat (because that is the only class I've tried). These classes are the highlight of my week. I'm sure the class is supposed to be for people needing a good stretch for tired muscles but I use it as a 'self care' relaxation class. When I leave, I feel refreshed and ready to take on the rest of the week. The best part of the class is that Kristin (the usual instructor) starts every class by saying that if you just want to lay on the floor or stay in child's pose for the entire hour you can - and she means it. This truly is a no-judgement class where you can do as much or as little as you want based on what your body (or mind) is telling you to do. I can't say enough great things about the class - definitely give it a try. read more

Tory, one of the studio owners, assisted in organizing a private class to memorialize a co-worker who was passionate about yoga. They were dependable and responsive. Nicole created a class that all attendees enjoyed. In & out of the studio this business is 5 out of 5. read more

From their humble beginnings at Bikram Yoga Downtown Hartford to today's Hartford Sweat, Natasha Roggi and her wonderful team have really solidified themselves as one of Hartford's premier studios. Between zumba, barre, and a variety of yoga forms -- there truly is something for everyone. Whether you're a first-timer or hardcore veteran, Hartford-local or visiting out-of-towner; Hartford Sweat is not only a great addition to Downtown, but truly a city staple when it comes to health and wellness. Much like their "Introductory Special" (new members receive 2 weeks of unlimited classes for $20) I very much appreciate how Hartford Sweat makes being healthy accessible. Far too often, I find membership at fitness studios can end up being pricey (especially if you attend multiple studios) so it's nice not having to worry about that here. On top of providing reasonable pricing, HS constantly offers deals throughout the year through their email newsletter and sites like groupon.com (so be on the lookout!) Once you familiarize yourself on how to get there (http://hartfordsweat.com/directions/) you'll quickly learn how spacious and efficient the studio itself is. With 3 separate rooms for practice, large changing rooms with multiple showers for both men and women, and plenty of space: it's a cinch hitting that 6am class and going straight to the office from HS. Located Downtown, parking can be tricky. As always, on-street metered parking is available $1/hr. Keep in mind on-street parking is FREE weekdays from 6pm - 8am and all day Saturday & Sunday. HS also validates parking at the 55 Pearl Street garage. Just remember to have your printed ticket stamped at the front desk for their $3/3 hours deal. From the welcoming staff, loving community, organized and effective studio space, and choice/abundance of classes offered: do yourself a solid and pay a visit to HS, you'll be so glad you did! read more

Hartford Sweat - Barre Classes Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

Don't tell the owner, Raykel, but I use to think that yoga was boring and ridiculous. My best friend convinced me to attend Hartford Sweat and I instantly fell in love with the studio, classes, instructors, and ironically, yoga. I first went using their two week trial package for $25 and shortly after enrolled in the 12 classes a month pass. The classes are all amazing, challenging, and motivating and the instructors are knowledgeable, friendly, and personable. Some of my favorites are Yin and Power Restore 90 with Nicole, Hot Express with Raykel, and Barre with Meredith. My only complaint is that there isn't free parking. I'm lucky and have a friend that lives around the corner and let's me park in her garage. read more

Hartford Sweat - Wednesday evening Hot Express with Raykel - Barre Classes Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

I've tried their 90 mins hot yoga and Pilates HIIT. I personally loved their Pilates HIIT class. It's intense and you are sweating like crazy but it feels good. The instructor is great read more

FYI: DO NOT park in the garage that Hartford Sweat is attached to....I parked there and the attendant told me I was in the right place, but to make sure I got my parking pass validated. Hartford Sweat told me they no longer had a working relationship with that garage but have me an old validation pass...well, it didn't work, the attendant told me I had to pay the full fee of $20! This soured my experience. Park in the garage across the street for $3 after validation. Great event at Hartford Sweat! Kate ran an excellent class. Great looking studio with ample space, nice locker room and very clean! Wish they ran a studio closer to me (there's a market for it in Enfield!) Prices are on the high side, which prevent me from a membership, but hoping Nicole and I will meet up every few months for a class! read more

Love the Hartford Sweat community. Tory is a wonderful owner, really cares about our time spent there, and it's an added treat when his dog Kinley is around! Plus, I love the barre, yoga and power sculpt workouts, it's a regular part of my routine now. read more

Having met Mindy at another yoga event, I knew that this Flow in the Dark class would be an experience. And she did not disappoint. The class was so much fun. They gave us glow in the dark bracelets and necklaces to wear, accompanied by a great playlist, Mindy lead us through the yoga session. There were laughs, sighs and left feeling amazing. I wrangled my BF into going too. He was surprised at how challenging yoga was and said he would do it again. Hartford Sweat's facility was beautiful. Having not been there before, I used my GPS to find the place. It is kind of tucked away. But I found it and I wasn't disappointed when the elevator doors opened up and I entered the facility. It was clean and beautiful. The rooms are standard yoga size, not huge rooms, but accommodating for the class that I attended. If planning on taking a class, I would highly recommend that you book in advance just to make sure you can get a spot in the class. Also, plan on getting there a bit early, say 10-15 minutes to get a decent spot or if you're meeting friend(s) there. Otherwise, you will have to ok with being next to yogis that you don't know. They have towel and yoga mat rentals, as well as sell water if you forget. FYI, the class I attended was heated. Not Bikram yoga hot, but it was warm. That was the only thing I can remember the BF commenting on. He was worried that the heat would be too much. I always forget to tell people, "Oh hey, the classes at the studio are always heated." It has become the norm when attending yoga classes lately to find that most/all are swaying toward heated sessions. read more

It came as no surprise to me that Natasha Roggi (former owner of Bikram Yoga Downtown Hartford) has opened yet another wonderful studio. It's a bit confusing to find the first time, but the entrances are well marked, which helps a lot. And although the parking can be a little intimidating at first, they have made it easier for you! If you can't find anything on the street, you can park in the garage at 55 Pearl Street and get your ticket validated at the studio so you only pay $3 for up to 3 hours. Even though it's located in a basement, you would never know it from the airiness of the space and the lighting. Upon arriving, you will be greeted by either friendly and extremely helpful front desk staff and/or instructors. There are multiple tablets mounted at the desk to allow for easy check-in to your class or you can sign up with the staff of course. There are both men's and women's locker rooms and bathrooms. I can only speak for the women's obviously, but it's a large space with tons of cubbies to stow your belongings, and an additional counter with mirror and sink to style your hair or do your makeup. If you've decided to do a Bikram class, don't worry- there are also 4 (very clean, luxurious) showers! Now let's get to the good stuff- there are 3 different studios: the Bikram room, the barre room and the room used for non-Bikram classes. All the rooms are well equipped with props and super clean and welcoming. The instructors are top-notch and are always happy to help and share their passion. I also absolutely love the range of classes here. Everything from Bikram yoga to barre to restorative yoga to even Zumba is offered. If you're in the Hartford area (or even if you're not), you have to check it out. The environment is warm and welcoming, so don't be intimidated! read more

I've been taking classes at Hartford Sweat on the regular now for the past two months. The studio is incredibly clean. The looker rooms have showers with soap & shampoo provided. They also provide hair elastics which came in handy when i forgot to bring one for Bikram. Nice little touch :) The class variety is excellent with early morning, lunch, and after-work options. I've tried out a bunch of class types and teachers and they have all been amazing! Barre is now my personal fave but I recommend trying everything that Hartford Sweat has to offer to switch up your routine. read more

I take 3-4 classes a week at Hartford Sweat. Living down the block, I don't have to worry about parking. I absolutely love Zumba class with Freddie on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I rotate Barre classes based on what works with my schedule, and have been pleased with every instructor (at this point I have taken them all). Only thing that I would prefer would be to offer Barre class earlier in the morning, 6:15-7:15 is late for people who still need to shower and get ready for work. Also, with savasana it usually runs over 7:15. I would be at Barre every morning if I could be out by 7. read more

Never felt more comfortable working out! Drop your day at the door and hang out with some really cool people. The staff is so friendly and the challengers inspire community! Highly Recommend! read more

This place is the best. Amazing staff. Great variety and time offerings for classes. Super clean and wonderful locker rooms. Fun, friendly challenges to always keep you motivated, no matter your skill level. read more

The studio is beautiful, the classes are fantastic, the teachers are amazing, and the community is unlike any other.

Wow! I'm so happy I came across Hartford Sweat! I was on the hunt for a gym... that wasn't dark, dirty, smelly or outdated...which is really hard to come by. After what seemed like days of scouring all over the place I found Hartford Sweat, that offers yoga, zumba and barre classes. I am seriously hooked. The facility is beautiful, clean and completely brand new. You can rent mats and towels, bring your own, or leave your mat there. You can also buy mats or barre socks on sight just in case. PLUS there's an app! You can easily schedule classes or check the schedule, and it links to you calendar so you never forget. Getting there for the first time was a little difficult since it's in the basement and kind of hidden in an underway, so definitely a lot a few extra minutes on your first visit. The classes are fun, energetic and really for everyone (no matter how fit you are)!! read more

Thankfully, Hartford Sweat has re-opened. I love this community. Come check it out!

Cleanest studio in CT! Love the instructors, variety of classes, and overall vibe of Hartford Sweat--very welcoming! Hartford Sweat has three studio rooms: - One with a hardwood floor, ballet bars, and mirrors (for Barre & Zumba) - The largest studio for Bikram and some hot yoga sessions, that has a special floor for Bikram - And a third studio that is used for both hot and regular temperature classes. Great studio! read more

Natasha, Kate and Freddie at Hartford Sweat are not only amazing instructors but truly inspirational individuals. I am proud to have not only taken classes with each of them but to have these amazing people in my life! I am sure the rest of the staff is just as great! I recommend without hesitation, you will not be disappointed! read more

Just went here over the weekend and had a great first experience. The staff were very friendly and the class I attended was both challenging and welcoming. As someone that's been to a bunch of fitness/yoga places, sometimes going to a new one for the first time can be a little nerve wrecking because I don't know what to expect atmosphere-wise but this was awesome. I'd definitely recommend it! read more

The signage for this place is poor. It is stuffed in the basement of a parking garage. They need a much better and bigger sign on the exterior to know where the entrance is. Also, the exterior entrance area is always littered with garbage and smells like pee. Once you are inside it is nice. Hopefully they can take care of these things to make it a more pleasant experience. read more

Natasha and her staff really changed my outlook on yoga. I thought yoga was only about flexibility but it is much more than that. Yoga taught me to push myself to my limits and then some. There is great camaraderie between staff and fellow yogis. I was a member when it BYDH and that facility was great and always clean. I can just imagine what Hartford Sweat is going to have in store for us. You cannot beat the price for the value. Best yoga studio I've been to. Unfortunately, I have moved out of state but if I'm ever visiting CT I will make sure Hartford Sweat is one of my stops. read more

An amazing studio with even more amazing and caring teachers. I am thankful to have an opportunity to learn from you and practice here!

First time participating in a yoga class and it was an amazing experience! The studio is clean and beautiful, the staff are extremely friendly and professional. I loved it immediately and will recommend it to anyone looking for a great workout and stress reliever read more

Hartford Sweat is not just a studio--it's a community. I love the instructors, the people I've met, and the workout I get!

This place is AMAZING. It is immaculate and the decor is modern and soothing. Everyone greets you with a smile as you walk in the door, and makes you feel like family. Cailyn's hot power yoga is my favorite. I tell her that her class is the equivalent to a glass and a half of wine! It's challenging and I get an amazing workout, but her soothing voice, guidance, and music make it such a break from the stress of everyday life. Barre classes are great as well, challenging and fun! I highly recommend checking this place out, it's a hidden gem in downtown Hartford! read more

A rad studio--I tried hot yoga for the first time, and the Bikram class was amazing. I'll try additional classes here. The instructors are kind, and other folks in the class were very nice. The location is a little tricky to find. read more

The least relaxing yoga experience of my entire life. Instructor sounded like a train conductor repeating the sequence and promoted the studio during the "savasana." Absolutely zero quiet or self reflection time, on top of loud Zumba music from the other room and bright fluorescent lights. Overall would not recommend to hardcore yogis! read more

5 stars!! Hartford sweat is a wonderful place to learn and practice bikram yoga, yoga, ashtanga, barre, Zumba and so much more! They offer 60 classes a week that can work for any schedule. What I love about the studio is the variety of classes they offer and the welcoming feeling. Everyone is so approachable and friendly and makes you feel welcomed no matter what your ability is. Yoga truly is for everybody!! And Hartford sweat embodies that! read more

I'm so happy to have a gem like Hartford Sweat so close by. The studio is gorgeous (exercise rooms to restrooms) and the classes are extremely varied and unlike anything offered around here. Everyone is so friendly and just happy to be there. It's a quick stop before or after work and just what I need to complete my day. Love. read more