Great place for hot yoga! Bikram yoga is intense but you feel great afterwards. COME WELL HYDRATED!!! Also i usually go on empty stomach that helps me too Erin is nice great instructor will help you tweak your form as needed read more

I love this place! It's a real work out and and so good for me. The heat takes some getting used to, but man it does relax the muscles. I've become much stronger and resilient through this practice. Erin is very experienced and guides the class with encouragement and patience. She's quick with a suggestion for modifying a form if you need it. This class has a very positive influence on my health. I'm 67 and every bit helps. Steve K. read more

I love Hot Yoga Davis! Doing classes regularly has made it possible for me to run, lift weights and to enjoy an active life well into my mid 60's. In addition, the practice makes me more mindful and grateful throughout my day. Some days are more difficult than others for me, but by the end of the class, I always feel better, more relaxed and also, conversely, more energetic. The studio has a friendly laid back vibe, and the owner and teacher, Erin is a kind, thoughtful and experienced teacher. She is always welcoming and encouraging. Over the last 25 years, I have practiced in many hot yoga studios all over the United States, and also internationally. I can say from my experiences, that we are fortunate to have Erin and her wonderful studio here in Davis. You can rent a mat, towels, and there is water and coconut water to purchase if needed, and also a shower. The studio is upstairs and I have always been able to find parking along 5th Street. read more

By far my favorite yoga studio in Davis, classes are always amazing and feel so great. Erin is super helpful and makes the class such a comfortable environment for any skill level. Definitely recommend!! read more

Bikram Yoga Davis has such a homely feel as a yoga studio. Erin is wonderful, she's very helpful and welcoming to new students. I've done many classes with Erin and some with her other instructors. In all the classes I've done I've never felt uncomfortable or out of place as a beginner. The classes are always a mix of new people and experienced yogis and instructors which is great as you can see the moves and at the same time not feel out of place no matter what your level. I have to say I was worried about the heat going in and people who I tell about it always ask me about the heat. Some days I handle it better than others, the class flies by and I don't feel the need to sit down and others I feel like I need to sit down after the first move. It really depends. What I will say is the instructors are always very encouraging, and they will remind you to listen to your body and to sit if you need to, so nobody should avoid going for fear of the heat!! I've actually found its increased my tolerance for being out cycling in the Davis summer heat so much! You can rent towels and mats there, pay cash and card, id recommend going well hydrated, I always bring extra water and some form of electrolytes. And when it's super hot an extra bottle to pour over my head on the cycle home. Lots of room to lock a bike outside, but if you drive you'll have to go early to make sure you find parking nearby. The studio is super clean you'd never know people are sweating in there every day! I'd encourage anybody to try Bikram at least once!! I've been sickly over the summer and haven't had a chance to go as much but I'm hoping to get back to it and go every day soon! I honestly feel it's one of the few types of exercise classes you could go to consistently every day. I also love that there is options for paying for class you go, paying for a month, 3 months, with no commitment or contracts like I have seen in other places around Davis! It really suits someone who's income isn't stable! read more

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The instructors at this studio are fantastic! I don't know how the Owner continues to get such talent. 1. There is an instructor who can sing the instructions during class. Her voice is beautiful and she makes the class like being in a small concert. 2. There is an instructor named Brian who, I'm pretty sure, is one of the top competitors in yoga. Very helpful for a guy like me do to his superb instruction. 3. There used to be an instructor who had burns and was motivational in his instruction. He moved on but I'm hopeful he will return one day. 4. There is an instructor named Sarah who provides insight into getting further into the postures while you are a beginner. 5. The Owner instructs as well and, as you would expect, she is great. The people who practice here are friendly and welcoming. I brought my daughter here and she loved the studio and people too! I've gone to a number of hot yoga studios over the last 5 years including San Diego, Irvine, New York, Sacramento, and many others but this is my favorite of all of them. The studio is on the second floor above an auto shop. However, I've never smelled anything from the shop below or heard noises that impacted the practice so I'm fine with it. Sometimes there is fresh orange juice available which is delicious. Can't say enough positive about this studio. read more

I've been doing hot/Bikram yoga for over 10 years. I've probably attended classes at more than 10 studios that offer hot classes. I was looking forward to meeting a new friend here for a class. Upon arrival, i informed the two at the front desk that i was new and they basically said my friend could show me around. I found my friend and we stepped into the studio to set up our mats and I was met with a strongly unpleasant odor. I KNOW it's hard to keep the hot studios with carpets clean, but this was the worst i had experienced. Often you will acclimate through the class and notice it less. It wasn't the case here. I was distracted and felt like i couldn't really take a deep breath through the entire class. The instructor was apparently new, he did follow much of the Bikram script, but his tone of voice was completely unmotivating and he didn't seem to know how to use the script to encourage the students. I emailed the owner and she apologized, but also flippantly stated that she must be doing something right cause a lot of people liked her studio. I'm glad most hot studios are moving to hardwood flooring and queuing students to stand ON their mats (rather than straddle them) during the entire class to keep the floors from getting sweaty. I'm currently attending a hot studio that has amazing, motivating, knowledgeable instructors who bring their life experience to the mat and use it to encourage and inform the students. I guess the moral of the story is, don't let one bad experience at a studio sour you to yoga (especially HOT or Bikram yoga) read more

I must start out by saying that I think some of these reviews are ridiculous. Its bikram yoga-- if its not your cup of tea, thats fine, but that is not at all a reflection of the studio, and yet your 2 or 1 star review IS purporting to be just that. Yes, this studio only offers the 90 minute bikram classes, hence the name of the studio being Bikram Davis. I think the instructors here are all very attentive and supportive, which is important in a practice as challenging as bikram. They will always try to help you get in the right position to maximize the benefit of your practice. I don't know what some people mean when they say you can't drink water or sit out a pose, because you absolutely can. The instructors may recommend that you get into a pose before taking a water break, or try to encourage you to push past a hard moment, but they would never tell you that you have to continue when you don't think you can. And yes, you are not supposed to leave the room, but this is also so you can at least take some benefit from the practice. There are showers here, so again not sure what other reviewers are talking about on that one. Overall I've found that this studio makes what can be a very difficult yoga practice as painless as possible. If you thought the first class was just too much for you, go back! I assure you that the more you go, and the more often, the more you can really feel the benefits of bikram. Also, their prices are very fair and reasonable, especially if you are a student. read more

LONG REVIEW - summary at the bottom. It's hard for me to review this location for the location itself without consideration of how I feel about bikram yoga. I will go with 3.5 stars rounded down to 3, with the asterisk that I fully understand why others might disagree with my opinion one way or the other. I will preface this, further, with the admission that 1) I think everyone should try bikram twice to experience it and to form an opinion, and 2) after going twice, I've decided that to me bikram yoga is like being constipated in hell -- you'll feel really good when it's over, but during it you wish you'd close your eyes and never wake up. I believe this place to be good in a number of ways: the instructors are friendly, they are knowledgable, the facility is reasonably nice and seems clean, they lock the doors so your stuff is safe, there's only one class at a time, there a bunch of scheduling options such that you should be able to attend frequently no matter when you work, go to school, etc.. The introductory price is fair and the membership prices are too. On the down-side: if this place got crowded, parking might get weird as it's pretty much limited to street parking. Apparently there are showers in the back which I've never used, but unless you shower afterwards, you must drive home smelling like antelope taint and feeling like someone rinsed you with peanut butter. Specific to bikram: bikram yoga is HARD. Which is a good thing. It forces you to be uncomfortable, to work your muscles, and to stretch them. I will admit I feel very relaxed afterwards for several hours. But at times it's hard to breathe, at times you're dizzy, and in my case I lose 2.5-4.5 pounds of water in sweat, which takes hours to safely drink back. As I train Brazilian jiu-jitsu every night, if I do bikram in the morning, I have to be (extra) diligent all day long about staying hydrated which is kind of a drag because I have class during the day. Ultimately, I think this is something that will suit others better than it suits me. As I said, it is hard, not just because you're in 105 degree heat with 40% humidity, but the movements are hard too, and I'm a fairly fit 20 year old male. You betcha ass I was looking at the middle-aged ladies stone-faced throughout every movement while I was trying my best not to cry. Even if I did nobody would know though because it would just look like my eyeballs were sweating. Unfortunately for bikram as a practice, I can't justify continuing it -- BJJ is hard, and horseback riding is hard, but at least they're fun. TL;DR - If you like bikram, this is a good place for it. If you want to try bikram, this is a good place for it. You have nothing to lose and you might benefit greatly from it. For myself and my situation, I will explore room-temperature yoga options because I personally don't enjoy this hot yoga stuff. read more

I've been taking classes here for over two years and it's been really wonderful. I love the Bikram-style of yoga and if you live in Davis or nearby, this is the place to go to get your hot yoga on. The studio offers a nice range of class times despite the fact that Davis is a small town and parking is convenient and free. Yes, the studio is a bit hotter than other studios in the Sacramento area, but there are real benefits to the heat. First, you get warmed up fast and can really get into the postures right away, but second and more importantly, you develop MENTAL discipline. Yoga isn't just about the physical asanas. It's about being able to gain inner control as well. And just as a final point, some of the postures -- particularly the ones that require balance -- require a lot of focus and concentration. When the instructors ask that students sit still on their mats and refrain from drinking during postures, they aren't saying this for their own benefit. It's for the benefit of the other students who are trying really really hard to balance on one leg with the other leg as high up in the air as possible! So, if you want to try a challenging form of yoga that will tone your body, increase your cardiovascular stamina, and improve your mental focus, come to Bikram Yoga Davis! read more

There are some things I find very appealing about this place and some things that make me never want to go back. First, I'll try to separate my judgment of Bikram Yoga itself from my judgment of this particular establishment. As far as Bikram itself goes, there is a set of poses that you do every time in the same order, and the room is always at the same temperature (read: make-you-nauseous-hot). Apparently the point is to recreate the situation in which Bikram yoga was first practiced, as in hot and humid India. After leaving a class I do find myself feeling pretty good physically, albeit dehydrated and shaky, so I do generally get the feeling that there's some sort of detoxifying effect from the yoga. However, I've practiced non-steamy yoga as well, and I find it much harder to achieve a meditative state of mind when doing Bikram. This is probably because I'm trying not to vomit rather than focusing on the yoga itself. I would hope that this feeling would subside over time and practice, but there was some guy there last time who said he still puked after practicing for a long time - so maybe not? I hate to say it, but I also get the feeling that people are doing it because it makes them feel badass, rather than makes them feel healthy, and that makes me highly averse. As far as this particular establishment goes, everything was okay. People were friendly enough, but also had a pretty rigid mentality about what it is acceptable to do (sit down cross-legged if you feel faint) and not acceptable to do (don't even think about lying down, drinking water while other people are in poses, or leaving the room to catch some air). I guess this is appealing to some practitioners, but I guess I'm just used to (and prefer) a different sort of yoga. The instructors also talk the whole time, giving you instructions by name on how to improve the poses. Since I haven't been to another Bikram place, I guess I can't say whether this is similar to other places or not. It just seems more like exercise than yoga. Which I guess is the point to some. Just keep that in mind if you're thinking about trying it - expect a hard workout rather than the more meditative yogic experience that I at least am used to. Didn't find the studio dirty or the odors particularly offensive, considering the amount of sweating people are doing in there. read more

I feel that Nirvana could be playing in the background of this review, "Come... as you are." Roughly thirty days into a ninety day trial, I feel I can offer an informative review. I have had equally as many good experiences at this location as poor, to ascertain that this is a decent place to practice yoga. Here is a bit of why: It seems that in the couple of years there has been a revamp or refresh and the odor isn't that offensive. Class schedule is consistent and offers a daily practice to a variety of different lifestyle schedules. Showers are clean and most students are respectful. You do get the opportunity to practice alongside college students who are not aware of standard yoga etiquette, but the teachers are quick to offer suggestions, instructions and corrections to various offenses. This studio seems to have a staffing of two types of teachers... Highly experienced and novice. There is no teacher schedule or bios offered so this is strictly an opinion based on experience and travel to studios elsewhere. I have been to classes that started at a temperature of 107 and as low as 97, but I don't feel bothered by the discrepancy. They offer cool surges of relief periodically toward the end of class by fanning side doors for a millisecond (it feels that way anyway). i try not to let myself get too attached to this luxury... but hey, its nice. This studio strictly enforces the rule that you can not leave the room. Now, this is also a bit of speculation, but it seems more a policy connected to a nonstaffed waiting room over adherence to Bikram "law". I say this because there are other standards of practice that more loosely monitored... never ignored, but there is quite a fluctuation between teachers. New bike rocks, adequate parking, classes seem start on time and sometimes end early. This studio is not a fashion plate type of place. Truly, come as you are, wear whatever is handy, and let the yoga work. read more

"It's Hot." DUH!!!!!!!!!!!! This place is where you come when you want to change your life for the better. Give it a try, stick with it and watch your mind and body change right in front of you. It's not easy, it's hotter than hell, you WILL struggle but you WILL see and feel instant results. The instructors ROCK!!! Stop lifting those stupid dumbells and work your body like it's supposed to be worked. In a hot room with a mat on the floor! Namesta!! read more

Ok, so I actually signed up for Yelp just so I can write a review on my beloved Yoga studio. First off, when I began yoga here sometime last year, I came in with plantar fasciitis, a twice rolled ankle, and little flexibility. Since then, I've been on and off coming... but coming nonetheless. Family and work obligations held me back a bit. The BEST release and relief I get from class is what keeps me coming back for more! I am not kidding when I tell you that all previous aliments are 100% gone, AND, I am growing massively in my flexibility. It's so cool to keep moving forward. Whoever reads this-- You really can heal your body! I feel so grateful to Erin Dunning for having a Bikram Yoga Studio here in this small town! Where would we go if we didn't have this little Gem? So what the studio may seem stinky to some people? Maybe I'm the stink because I never smell it? j/k Really, who cares? I am there for a killer workout! It's not a beauty parlor, it's a hot yoga studio. What do you expect?! The Studio itself is super clean and organized, always. The teachers are all caring. It's fun for me to not know who is teaching what class. I feel it's important to not be attached to any particular instructor. We should learn from many different teachers. I love that you are expected to follow the rules and stay in class, drink (if you must) at specific times, and not move around distractedly. This is good teaching and helps to reinforce my discipline in yoga. Corrections are helpful and honest too. So, in a nutshell: 1.) Bikram Yoga is AWESOME! Stick with it. Some days are easy. Some are reallllly hard. Just keep going. 2.) This Studio is a GEM in our small town with no other options for hot yoga. Be grateful and appreciative. Support the Studio and GO. 3.) Teachers / Instructors: they are caring. Some are more experienced than others. Be open and non-judgmental to all, and learn to learn something from everyone. 4.) Hydrate all day long BEFORE you take class. This is my one tip for you. Drink your WATER before and after class. You really can survive class without your sippy cup-- er, I mean water bottle. ;-) heehee read more

OMG so this was my first experience doing a full 90 minute bikram yoga class ever. I took other heated drenching yoga classes before but NOTHING like this!! I paid the 20 dollars for the 10 days of unlimited yoga (and in my head I thought I'd come everyday and even maybe more than once a day) but nope. It's not the normal yoga studio! They ONLY offer the one same type of yoga class. Just 90 minutes of pure suffocation lol. well... the first class felt like that. The second class I took maybe 2 or 3 days later, MUCH much better... But I was seriously traumatized after my first class. It had nothing to do with how challenging the poses were or my athletic abilities but more with my physical capability of not passing out!! The heat is insane... even worse if its a full class. (which my first class was). Btw, they only have one room... and its carpet floor -__- aka gross stinky sweaty floors. The aroma is anthing but pleasant. The instructors here are very attentive, my instructor learned and remembered my name the first class and also gladly gave me some corrections on my form. They however don't let you leave the room in the middle of class, drink water, or sit/lay a certain way to rest sometimes. Well they say don't TRY to. Of course, if you feel so nauseated you're going to throw up, do leave the studio and do so. I'm sure it's happened many times before. I only ended up going twice in my 10 day trial, so 10 dollars a class, which is still cheaper than the drop in 12. I would have gone more but I obviously didn't love it enough or gave it enough time. I like to switch my workouts between dance classes, yoga, running, other gym classes. 90 minutes of the SAME class, same routines and poses over and over again I can imagine would get boring. I much prefer other yoga studios with a greater range of classes and instructors to choose from. I wish this studio had a drinking fountain or showers... but I guess you can't expect much from a small studio. read more

Bikram Yoga - an interesting experience... As far as it being meditative, I don't know. Personally, I spend most of the 2 hours that I'm in this 109 degree room just fighting panic and feeling like I am about to die at any moment. Meditative I am not. (To be fair, this could totally be my shortcoming and not a reflection of the instructors' skill, but still.) It is a great way to get your stretch on, that's for sure, and you can drop a few lbs. of water weight right away - so Bikram gets points for instant gratification. But I wonder how *good* this activity actually is for you... I mean, the reason it's so darn hot in there is because they don't give your body much of a warm-up before contorting you into some very challenging poses. The possibility of injury is definitely present, and I wonder if non-hot yoga isn't really the safer (and more enjoyable) way to go Points off for the musky B.O. smell of the room (which is not too bad, and totally understandable), but way more points off for the occasional interaction with Uber-pretentious hippies who act like jerks despite their own well-publicized personal "enlightenment". I mean, seriously - how centered and peaceful can you really be if you have to disdainfully stare down strangers and make them feel small? Not very... I go because it might be good for me and I want to be able to wear a bikini at some point this summer, but generally I think these people can suck it. read more

I'm surprised with the ratings for this place! I love it here! The instructors are really nice. They are also very attentive and acknowledge the beginners in the class. They never pushed me past my limit and made sure I was comfortable. My flexibility improved greatly after coming here for a few weeks. ALSO** The smell here is bearable (unlike other bikram studios)!! They also have a really good 10 for $20 deal for newcomers. Soo everyone, trytrytry this place! Docking a few stars off because the studio is a tad small and their scheduled classes isn't as extensive as other places. I would advise you to go to the earlier classes, the PM classes are usually full beyond belief. read more

Unlike most of the reviews, this one is dedicated just for this particular yoga studio and not Bikram. PROS - Clean bathroom and studio - Cubby for your bags - Great intro rate - $20 for 10-days includes 1 free mat rental (after, mat rentals are $1) - Bike racks nearby CONS I purchased the intro rate and went back twice (was just visiting Davis). This yoga has some serious bad mojo. There's a heavy, unwelcoming energy right when you walk in. I'm a stickler for customer service and the first day being greeted by the condescending receptionist (who I think may be the owner) really turned me off. Instead of greeting us with a smile, she kept talking down to us and I suddenly had a flashback to middle school. The studio itself has this unsanitary carpeted floor and apparently holds 50 -- Yeah, right. At about 25, the place is packed. I went back again because I wanted to keep an open mind and well, I bought that damn pass. The rude receptionist was there again, being tre cool, and lucky us, ended up being our instructor. Again, she spoked to us like we were wasting her time by handing her money to attend her class. I have to give it to her, she was a better instructor than a receptionist. Though, she did tell a student, "Don't talk!" when he was trying to explain why he couldn't do one pose. Might be just a Bikram thing. Anyways, the second class was worse. There's something about the people that come to this studio that either feed off this bad energy or add to it. After the class, the instructor was too busy complaining to another student about something personal in her life rather than saying good-bye to her students. In fact, she totally ignored us. Definitely won't be getting repeat customers with that sort of attitude. I don't live in Davis but if I did, I would never return to this studio and I would do my best to discourage others to attend. If there were another Bikram or hot yoga studio than I'm sure this place would shut down ASAP. When you walk into a yoga studio, you want to be greeted like a human being - Or at the very least, respected like a paying customer. The receptionist is the first face clients see and if she's a total *$@! then it's an immediate turn-off. read more

A little background about my athletic abilities before I get into my review... I'm completely not an athletic person by any means. I used to run a little in high school, but I hadn't really set foot in a gym since then (it's been about 3 years). Also, I am NOT flexible...I can't even touch the floor with my hands without bending my knees. Now, I wanted to get fit for the new year...so I turned to Bikram yoga! My first impression of the place was: HOTTT!! there were a lot of shirtless guys (and even one guy in a THONG!) and I was a little put off at the sight...but I quickly got over that. When the instructor started the session I really liked that she acknowledged who the beginners in the class were and tried to remember everyone's name. Throughout the session she would give individual pointers and encouragement...which really helped through the struggle. As for the poses, they were not that physically straining by themselves...it was the heat that made it really difficult. Now, I'm from the desert, so I was quite accustomed to the heat...so it didn't really bother me too much. I took a star off because of how fast the instructors sometimes talk...but overall, I liked this place and will definitely go back as much as I can! read more

Love this place. Wish they did a 5:30am class because class times don't work with 9-6 working parents

I recently moved to Davis from San Francisco and was excited to try a few new yoga studios. I have been doing very hot and very intense yoga for years (albeit not Bikram). This was far and away the worst yoga experience I've ever had and I wish Yelp had an option for 0 stars. 1. It was horrific smelling... like sweat mixed with cat pee. Never got better even after an hour. Probably due to the fact that the floors are carpeted, which for the life of me I cannot figure out why they would allow carpeting. Seems like a major sanitation issue. 2. It was hot. I get it, it's Bikram, it's supposed to be hot. But the heat made me near pass out. 3. The actual poses were completely simple and did not do anything to increase muscle mass or flexibility. The only challenge was not passing out. 4. The instructor was a nightmare. She yelled at me for taking a sip of water at the incorrect time. She yelled at me for doing child's pose instead of sitting cross legged. Everything I've ever learned in yoga, she taught the opposite. Finally, a little over an hour in I knew I was seconds away from passing out (I've had a history of passing out in my life so I know exactly when I'm beyond my edge). I told her I needed to leave and she said "no. the doors are locked. you have to stay in". I get that it's rude to leave a class before it's finished, but at some point you have to take your own health into account. I was floored she had the audacity to tell me no! I left anyways and was basically chased to my car to be reprimanded. "we TOLD you you were not allowed to leave during class, you are not welcome back". If you want challenging, hot yoga that will kick your butt. in an athletic way.. Zuda in Sac is the best I have been able to find around here. read more

I can't get the low reviews. The place is conveniently located for those driving through the 80 corridor and class times are ok (I wish they had more classes other than the 9am during the day). Other than that, the studio is clean and the instructors are competent. I think it is about 5-10 degrees hotter than any other Bikram studio I've tried and that slows me down toward the end of the 90 minute class. Also, the carpet in the yoga room (Bikram studios often have carpet), seems to be set directly over concrete with no to little padding. This does hurt the bottom of my feet and back of my heels in certain poses. With that being said, I would return to this conveniently located and clean studio when I'm passing through the area. (The downtown Davis area is super cute and enjoyable to hang out in.) read more

I have been practicing Bikram Yoga for almost 8 years. Before that I practiced other types of yoga and enjoyed it but it was nothing like Bikram. I have also practiced Bikram at other studios but this is by far the best studio. The studio is beautiful, clean and welcoming. The instructors are great and students are very friendly with each other. It is hot but its supposed to be! I have have been to other studios where it is not hot enough and believe me you do not get all the benefits without the heat. It has helped my anxiety, depression, diabetes, allergies and weight loss. I also had significant knee and back injuries that have healed. This place is like a second home for me and this yoga will change your life!!! read more

This studio is amazing! If you are looking for an awesome Bikram workout with no bells & whistles, this is the place to come! I have absolutely fallen in love with Bikram Yoga Davis. I have practiced at 5 other Bikram studios--(in So-Cal & the Bay Area), and Bikram Yoga Davis is my favorite--at the Davis location I specifically appreciate the temperature being consistently kept at 104-degrees with the proper amount of humidity...... oftentimes Bikram studios run colder than the method intends & the heat is too dry....... I love how the Davis studio never compromises the original intent of the method & consistently keeps the room at the correct temperature...... the 104-degrees is challenging, but makes for a much more complete physical workout/detox (the point!) And all of the instructors are fantastic :) Thank you, Bikram Yoga Davis! read more

I've been here a couple times and I loved it. It's way more intense then you might think because of the heat and humidity and you will sweat like you've never sweat before. If you've never done yoga and aren't very athletic I'd suggest taking a beginner yoga class elsewhere before coming here. It's definitely a great workout and everyone should try it at least a couple times. read more

This is without a doubt the worst experience I've ever had in a fitness environment and that expression is being kind. The owner Erin is carful not to tell new clients that this location is unhealthy. You are literally doing yoga at a hot temperature in the middle of an auto parts, smog, and tire center! All ancient looking dirty buildings in one big industrial heap. The studio while not half bad looking on the inside smells dirty and ventilation between classes isn't being utilized. As for Bikram College of India the title, many studios tossed out his name years ago due to his open and proud misogyny. That's one Yogi's name I do not want to study under -ever, I was told that the owner had "like changed the name of the studio awhile ago." Not true. The name Bikram was on the sign when we showed up to take a sample class and is still there. According to her own post on Facebook she waited until a few weeks *after* the shocking Netflix special! And that she "got like tired of explaining about Bikram." Oh, sounds stressful... so you waited over half a decade to part ways with the brand? Netflix outcry had "nothing" to do with it? Hard to believe. Erin as an instructor has a heavy fake tone to her voice. There's too much of an overall bad vibe here. Sorry, just my experience. read more

It's almost that time of year again... ! where everyone frantically goes to the gym, outside, cardio class, w/e it may be to try and shed off that winter coat of flab into a summer body of fab(ulous)! Harhar... If you haven't done bikram, I highly recommend you try a 10 day intro! My friend and I have never done yoga and boy did it kick our bums! Although you're repeating the same moves in every session, each instructor has their own personality and keeps each class slightly different. So each class is 90 minutes long, and you should always arrive 5 minutes early to ease yourself into the heated room. The first few times, my body was drenched, and shaking (no wonder people come in lil short shorts and sports bras!) but as you continue, you learn the tricks of the trade (such as ICE in your water bottles, minimal clothing, extra towels). There is always room to reach a little further, as you continue to push your body to it's new max every time. The instructors are always encouraging and attentive as they walk around the room correcting poses. The moment you finish a class and walk out the door, it is the most refreshing feeling ever! Even though I didn't do ten consecutive days of Bikram, I definitely saw results after, as my chubby cheeks seemed ever so slightly slimmer. =] So go for it, and give Bikram a shot! read more

I practiced here for a few months last year during my "omg-write-this-thesis-and-get-out-of-Davis-quick" period. I was fairly new to Bikram at the time--I'd practiced a couple of times in the City--so this was the first studio where I spent much time, and I think it was good for me. It's been a while so I don't have a lot to say other than--it's a fine Bikram studio. It was my home studio for a few months and I'd practice there again if I find myself back in Davis. read more

Caring and reputable instructors who take time with each student to ensure you are doing poses properly and truly gaining the benefits of Bikram. read more

Yikes! I hope it was an off night but my least favorite Bikram Yoga experience. Checking in was great; an awesome women helped us get settled. Just one bathroom, so had to wait for patrons to finish showering from the previous class before I could use the faculties. Inside the room, the temperature seems to be regulated by opening and closing a window which is different but not terrible. I am not used to getting fresh cold air during the class, and it seems kinda like cheating. Also, the room is not quiet before the start of class but doors open and shut, people talk, and the window was open- allowing traffic noise to enter. Finally, there isn't a station to clean yoga matts after class that I'm aware of or a place to fill up your water bottle other than the bathroom sink. I did see bottles on the washing machine so maybe this is the matt cleaning station? My class was led by the Jamie. I have been practicing for years so I am familiar with Bikram, but his counting was off during various poses. For example, the first pose is usually six counts breathing in and six exhaling but we varied from 10 to 12 seconds and I was often holding my breath for 4 or 5 seconds waiting for the exhale or inhale. I started the class of pretty dizzy as a result. As the class continued, I needed to lay down in Shavasana to slow my breathing down and he told me to sit up. I don't understand why this was so important to him as I wasn't successfully slow my breathing down using his method - but he was very insistent. He explained that I could lie in Shavasana during the floor series. Just a frustrated note- the floor series is easier! I needed to slow my breathing down during the standing series. Class continued and I sat down again. I went into child's pose because I felt like I was going to pass out and he insisted child's pose is not part of Bikram and to turn around and face the mirror cross legged. I ignored him as I felt my practice and ability to slow my body down was more important than his ego. I'm not sure why he found this detail of how I was slowing my breathing down important and not focused on the students practicing the poses. Needless to say, I wasn't impressed and frustrated that I couldn't practice the way I know is acceptable. On a positive, he was very supportive to my first time Bikram friend and he was encouraging to the class. I overall feel like he needs more training as I have been with lots of different instructors and he was lacking in the complete explanation of poses, counting, and also giving warnings about movements in certain poses like the rabbit: i.e. how to move properly as to not injure your back. I'm trying out other studios in Davis and hopefully they aren't like this experience. read more

I've been going here for about four years now and love it. I'd done hot yoga before I moved to Davis in 2013, but have enjoyed my time attending classes at Bikram Yoga in Davis much more than at other studios I'd been to. The new studio space is great, the teachers are motivating and helpful, and it is one of the only kinds of physical activity that I've found makes a profound, long term difference in my physical, mental, and emotional well-being. read more

Small, but sufficient studio. Get ready to get your sweat on. I love the teachers here. If you are new to Bikram, give it a few tries. I'm not a regular at it, but occasionally crave the intensity and energy that this practice provides. read more

Great studio. Before attempting Bikram I had literally tried everything to get relief from sciatic nerve pain & daily muscle spasms. Bikram yoga truly helped relieve my pain & improved my mobility to the point where I can hike again. Thank-you! All the instructors & owner Erin are great. They are extremely knowledge and each offer a different teaching style which is nice. It is hot & it is challenging but the heat warms your muscles & enables peak performance. No muscle group will get missed. This studio has my highest recommendation. read more

I started going to Davis Bikram's Yoga using a $20, ten day trail coupon. I did not know how much that little paper coupon could change my life for the better. Bikram Yoga is tough!!!!!!! With the help from wonderful , knowledgeable instructors the learning journey is a fabulous ride. I highly recommend this studio. It is not easy but it is truly worth it. read more

STAY AWAY! I had never done Yoga before and was encouraged by a friend to attend a session here. While I was aware that Bikram Yoga was done in a hot room, I was painfully unaware of how hot the room would be. That fact, however, in and of itself, is not why I'm giving this place a bad review. Since I didn't know how hot it would be, I had only had one glass of water in the eight hours preceding the session. While it was my fault that I wasn't sufficiently hydrated, when I attempted to leave to get water / cold air about 3/4 of the way through, the instructor wouldn't let me. Really. Said I couldn't leave unless I had an emergency. Not wanting to argue with the lady in front of the whole class, I respectfully went back to my mat and stayed in a prone position. Until the instructor prodded me to do more poses. While I understand wanting people to acclimate to the temperature, their policy of not letting people leave (which has been substantiated by other attendees), not only is a health risk for unsuspecting customers, but makes them ripe for a lawsuit, a party of which I'd be more than eager to be. read more

I love yoga at this place. I enjoy the people and teachers. I go weekly. But the only suggestion is if temperature can be slightly lowered. I have tried other yoga places and Bikram only one I have stuck with. read more

This studio is awful. It is painted with dark colors that make it depressing. It is carpeted throughout and has a strong mildew smell. My yoga mat smelled for days. I didn't feel like I could let go in this environment. Looking through the reviews I found one from 2011 that discussed the mildew smell of this studio. The author mentioned how the studio owner responded to her complaint with saying that her studio was popular so she must be doing something right. If the owner truly cared about the students and staff then they would tear up the carpet (Replace with wood flooring) and ensure that studio meets health regulations. This studio should be inspected by the health department as it is should not be a place for yoga, especially yoga that is experienced at high temperatures. I have no complaints about the instructor of the class. read more

i like bikram yoga definitely, but the instructor who has blond hair ruined everything, her attitude was so rude, she even didn't know how to deal the situation with customer. read more