When to my first class just last week. I had such a nice time, the class was taught well and I felt very comfortable and welcome from the moment I walked through the door to the moment I left! read more

We're weeks deep into social distancing. Some of us haven't worn pants with buttons in as many days and don't even want to try them on to see if they still fit because... I mean, what if they don't?! (We've all seen that meme of our summer body post coronavirus. Ya know, the one of a circle?! Ugh.) Well. I personally have tried to keep my fitness routine up as a way of de-stressing. Because trust me... global pandemics make me anxious. Crashing economies make me fearful. Homeschooling my kiddos makes me nervous. (And on a lesser note... the fact that pool days and summer are indeed approaching makes me both uneasy and thrilled.) Luckily, so many local businesses are offering virtual classes. Hothouse Yoga has two classes a day on Zoom. Heck yes! This review is strictly on their online services during the pandemic. On day nineteen of my distancing I partook during the lunch hour. I adored the sense of community. Even though I could really only see my instructor, Sarah, just knowing others were doing what I was doing was oddly exhilarating. What a fabulous vinyasa class-- I could feel my stress leave my body. Hothouse Yoga... in a normal, non-distancing time... is in a super convenient location right downtown. A parking ramp lives across the street. (First hour free.) The folks that work here are very passionate and knowledgeable. Pricing is... standard? ($100 a month unlimited classes for non-students, $70 for students.) Thank you, Hothouse Yoga. You got me to feel like everything was semi-normal today. I can't wait to vinyasa with you again soon. read more

Hothouse Yoga - Oh hey virtual (during social distancing) classes! - Yoga Near Me - Iowa City, Iowa

Unfortunately, my review will be fairly in line with the other two reviews however, my key takeaway is that this business needs some serious ventillation work. I've sampled several hot pilates and yoga joints and never have I experienced one that was so humid and mildew-y rather than dry and hot. I would call Humid Yoga and not Hot Yoga. The towels we rented also smelled of mildew. I'm curious if they have a dehumidifier in use and mold issues? : / The location is fantastic - right around the corner from the Pedestrian Mall and their intro pack of an unlimited month for $49 is really reasonable. I enjoyed our pilates instructor's methods but in all honesty my focus was on the smell and vibe of the room . I also felt that as a new student they weren't super welcoming and didn't offer much direction. read more

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I love the downtown location of this studio. There's easy access to the Old Capitol Parking Ramp, and it's just off the Ped Mall. A long time coming, I finally stopped into HotHouse Yoga for a Pilates class. Upon first walking into the studio, the smell of musty locker room hit me. As it turns out, they use a very humid heat, so much that the mirrors were fogging up. This had me checking the ceiling for mildew growth, thankfully I didn't see any, but through all of the deep cleansing breaths of our pilates workout, I had a hard time feeling as though I was truly breathing clean air. I signed up for class via their online MindBody account and the description didn't say anything about it being a hot class. I'm sure the regulars roll their eyes at this since the place is called "Hothouse Yoga" but with it being my first time, I assumed they had their base of hot classes and a mixture of other classes like barre and pilates to supplement. After all, the place has yoga in the name and they do more than yoga. Anyway, after my hot-humid-n-sweaty class, I checked out the about page on their website and sure enough, all of their classes are heated. Overall, it was a rounded workout covering basic matwork. But as a former pilates instructor myself, I was surprised that the instructor never left her mat. Pilates is more about lengthening, strengthening and pushing yourself than it is about finding your zen. So for someone like me who's adept in pilates, the main reason I go to a group class anymore is to get feedback from the instructor, and to have someone push me more than I push myself when doing independent practice. All in all, I really love the location but wish the studio staff were a bit friendlier to this new kid, and I wish the place felt (smelled?) cleaner. A few notes for the fellow newbies out there: -Bring a mat and towel, rentals are $5 and don't smell the prettiest. -All classes are heated, get ready to sweat! (and plan on showering before heading back to work) -There is a changing room and shower, but no lockers. read more

Hands down *the best* yoga studio in Iowa City... I came to HHY with absolutely no experience and the instructors were kind, patient, and truly amazing. I am so thankful for my time at HHY and had I not moved to another state, I would still be practicing there. Thank you. read more

This is my favorite yoga studio, hands down, anywhere. I'm from the area and I used to go occasionally when I was a college student, but I moved away. I would come back sporadically, maybe once or twice a year, and everybody who worked here still remembered my name. The fact that they always address me by name as soon as I walked into the studio made this my go to place when I moved back to the area. The teachers are absolutely amazing and they have fostered a beautiful community centered around happy bodies and happy minds. I also love the way they do the heat here, it's not a dry heat but humid and really helps you sweat it out. Every teacher offer something a little different, and you can't beat the brand new beginner month at $49. If you've never been, or it's been a while, I highly recommend checking it out. Some of my favorite classes include Yin on Tuesday nights, and Maureen's Friday at noon is a jam packed blast. read more

Its a pretty studio, but very small. You can barely turn around in the locker room. Its good to know what classes are popular and avoid them. Mats get as close as an inch apart, which really hinders your practice. Their technology needs work too. The website is down half the time, but class times rarely change. So just get to know the schedule. Instructors are all really good and there consistent practice. One or two have really poor social skills, so dont be put off when you dont get a smile or greeting when you come in the door, its not you; and most instructors are sociable. I enjoy going there, but there enough downsides for me to only give 3 stars. read more

I love going to their community hot classes on Wednesday nights! You can't beat a $6 yoga class! The instructors are friendly and lead good classes that are able to accommodate all levels of yogis. The class usually is crowded so get there early! read more

Best yoga place in Iowa City, hands down. I've been taking various classes here for a while and have never had a bad experience. Hot is in the business' name for a reason, prepare to sweat a lot, because that's kinda the point. But if you're looking to relax a bit, I couldn't recommend a restorative class more, like their yin yoga class, always a great experience. 5 stars. read more

The other review is pretty spot on. I'm visiting from Austin, tx & was looking for a studio close to my hotel. The Pilates class I took was good, but I've never been to a yoga studio in the world where I was treated so coldly & with indifference. Definitely not what I would expect in Iowa read more

Offers a variety of classes for all needs. Some are spiritual, intense workouts, deep stretching, etc. Clean and beautiful, hot studio allows for deeper stretches read more

Nice studio. I was staying at the Sheraton a block away and a friend took me to a sumptuous hot class. Definite recommend.

Hot House Yoga was the first studio that I finally felt comfortable practicing in after having several un-savory experience at other studios. My favorite instructor is Lindsey M. She makes me feel so at home and there is never any pressure to push myself where my body isn't ready to go. I really appreciate the location, the options and the general vybe of it all. Hot Yoga can really vary from studio to studio, even from class to class. Its unfortunate that some reviews have not enjoyed the environment as well as they thought they would--take their feedback with a grain as salt--I love the hot humid environment--my body and mind feels so refreshed after each class and the humidity levels allow for amazing detoxification (sweat). After every class they sanitize the floor and never re-use a mop without washing it first--I feel very clean here. I appreciate being able to take a shower in the locker room before heading out on my day. For anyone trying to decide whether or not to pay this place a visit, I would recommend starting with one of their $6 "community classes", every Monday and Wednesday 830-930. I started 2016 with a 2hr New Year Session and have been attending weekly ever since! read more

The studio is small, but it's clean and smells nice. I'm not totally sold on the hot yoga concept, but I do like the classes. There are lots of them, especially in the evenings and weekends - very helpful to be able to fit a workout into your schedule. It's usually pretty easy to get a space if you're willing to squeeze in too. read more

Hothouse may be as good as yoga gets in Iowa City, but it's far from great. The instructors don't seem to be trained deeply enough to lead you through creative vinyasa sequences; they do the same flow, and that would be fine if it were explicitly Ashtanga-Vinyasa, where you are SUPPOSED to do the same flow every time -- this isn't, though. It's just sort of basic betch vinyasa. Also, they pack people in to an unacceptable extent. They need to have a cap on how many people can fit in this studio. Thursdays @ 4 I have been twice and honestly thought I might pass out from breathing other people's sweat. Sunday power+yin class always seems like it's going to be interesting but the 'power' portion suffers from the same thing I mentioned above -- a very dull sequence recited by a teacher who isn't actually guiding you through breathwork, doesn't seem to have much of a relationship with the philosophy or foundations of yoga, etc. A woman named Tauni teaches on Mondays sometimes and she seems to be the exception -- her sequences were creative and she's physically challenging. read more

Quite some time ago, I stopped In Iowa City on my way from Minneapolis to Chicago. I was fortunate enough to be able to join a class at Hothouse yoga. The instruction, was detailed, rigorous, stimulating and fun. I was, of course, exhausted by the end. The teacher had a charismatic personality and knew how to motivate the students. I would guess he was the owner or senior instructor. Anyway, I would strongly recommend this studio for those who are looking for excellent instruction. Thanks for treating me well so as a guest. read more

I love this studio! I had very little yoga experience before I started taking the community classes at Hothouse, but I quickly fell in love with yoga and have been hooked ever since. The studio is very clean and welcoming with a convenient downtown location. Sure the studio, at times, can get busy during the height of winter (especially at the $6 community classes) but I've always enjoyed the energy that is created during those practices. The majority of the year the classes are far more spacious and intimate. When I arrive the instructors always greet me by name and are inviting yet professional. I always feel comfortable talking about physical limitations or asking about a pose I've been having difficulty with. I enjoy the variety of styles of each instructor and the variety of classes and times the studio offers. Overall I love the community and experience of Hothouse Yoga and highly recommend it to all levels of yogis! read more