I am deeply sad to be writing this, as I have been an avid goer of their Sunday 9:30am hot yoga class for the past year or so. I absolutely love the class, the instructors, and the community MLPS Yoga has to offer. I love that we go through each position twice and the fact that this is a longer class than most, at 90min. I would rate it 5 stars in all of those aspects. But I have decided to no longer attend here (despite having 5 classes left on my package) as the classes are too crowded. Just to re-emphasize, They are EXTREMELY overcrowded. To the point where our mats are touching on either side and the sweat from another person has actually seeped into my mat (and I had to get a new one because I was so grossed out). Another time, we were so close together, a lady actually scratched me with her toenail (). We're not able to perform certain movements properly, like full locust pose, because there isn't enough space to fully extend our arms without hitting the person next to us. The standing separate leg stretching pose is also uncomfortable since when I bend forward, I'm uncomfortably close to the person in front of me due to how tightly we're packed together. I couldn't even relax in Savasana during my last class because every time the person next to me turned, she rolled onto my mat. I kept having to wait for her to move off before I could lie down. Understandably, their Sunday 9:30am class may be their most popular. I counted 35 people (not including the instructor) in my last class. I think their best option is either to limit their class size to a reasonable amount and create an earlier (7:30-9:00am) class option, for the people who still like to enjoy their Sunday morning workouts. If we got even like 6 inches between our mats, it would be a great improvement. Again, it pains me to write this as I throughly enjoyed my time here and if things change, I would love to return. read more

I checked this place out on ClassPass because I was curious about Bikram yoga: a type of hot yoga where instead of flowing through a series, you complete 26 set postures 2 times each. This is a VERY different style of your yoga if you're used to Vinyasa flows! They do have a parking lot, though it does get a bit full since it's in the heart of Uptown. They're located in the basement of a shared building: head down the stairs and down the hall! As I entered, the instructor greeted me and showed me the locker rooms and showers. They also have cubbies in the yoga room to put valuables in during class. I could tell that many of the folks here are long time regulars: there was a definite sense of community between them. I could see this plus a different format of yoga being a bit intimidating to outsiders/newbies. The room is TOASTY and like most hot yoga studios, a little sweaty aroma-ed. The instructor stands on a stool at the front of the mirrored studio and calls out the positions - typically you do twice in a row then move onto the next pose. It's definitely more focused on expanding those poses over time rather than a heart-racing workout, so I didn't feel overheated but still got a good sweat out. Most folks stayed in shavasana for several minutes after class. I really liked the instructor and if you're a yogi, it's worth trying out Bikram to see if it's for you! It's not for me, but a great way to mix it up. read more

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After my neighborhood Saint Paul Hot Yoga closed in March 2020, I started attending Minneapolis Yoga, and it has been worth every mile of the drive! I explored other heated yoga studios on my side of the river but found none that compare. Melissa, the owner, is incredibly hands-on--she teaches, attends classes, and constantly finds ways to enhance the studio experience. One of the best additions has been the Inferno Hot Pilates classes--I'm hooked! While I regularly attend Jon, Hunter, and Peter's classes, I've also had the pleasure of learning from Amy and Sandy, who are fantastic instructors. Minneapolis Yoga has truly become my go-to place for both yoga and fitness. read more

I really love this studio. The instructors are all so talented and professional and it's a really lovely space. Before going, it would be good to familiarize yourself with the 26 posture series to get a sense of this very specific style of yoga. It is challenging, but for those who love it, there's nothing else like it! (I also appreciate that the studio does not use the Bikram name. I've been to studios that still have huge pictures of Bikram Choudhury on the walls and that's a deal breaker for me.) read more

Best yoga in MSP by far!!! The very last place to take the actual Bikram series. Nothing else compares!

Best place ever! Love the kids class with Ms. beth. Beautiful studio in a great location. read more

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This is an excellent studio for Bikram Yoga if you're looking for a place to practice in the Twin Cities. I recently dropped in for a class and had a great 90-minute experience. The studio was packed, which usually keeps me from being able to focus during my Bikram experience, but didn't derail me today. The instructor was helpful, the room was heated and humidified perfectly, and I never felt a break in my concentration as I focused on my yoga practice. The studio itself is great, with large locker rooms and clean showers. The staff I talked with were all friendly and helpful with it being my first time at this place. If you go, make sure to arrive early to find a spot (20-30 minutes). Bring your water and an extra towel to wipe away the sweat that will be pouring off you and prepare to be blissed out by the end of 90 minutes. Namaste! read more

I liked the instructors, the practitioners and the "green" philosophy of the studio. It was great to ride the bike there. I felt that the fellow yogis were very supportive of new students and friendly staff members and serious instructors. I would have like to come back but the smell of the studio and the use of carpet was a turn-off. One classmate was straddling his mat and his feet were on the studio carpet (off of his mat and towel). His sweat was rolling off his ankles onto the carpet to where there was a puddle of sweat around his feet. The studio wasn't cleaned afterwards and the sweat spot remained in place for the next class to share in it. I couldn't bear the smell of the studio and the vision of sweat staying on the carpet for the next classes was unappealing. Had it been more clean in the studio, I would have given it a higher rating. So, as the Yelp Star Rating Guide states, "Meh, I've experienced better." read more

I'm developing a love-hate relationship with this Bikram studio. I've been and on-again, off-again Bikram practitioner for at least 5 years, and I've been to studios all over the country (several in the SF Bay Area, Boston, Chapel Hill and Raleigh, NC). Love - The instructors are phenomenal. The clientele are serious about their Bikram which makes it much easier to focus. The heat is so even it's astonishing. The studio is uber-cute with a meditation garden, lots of seating. Everyone is friendly. They sell Zico. They are 1 block from my apartment. Hate - The awful, off-putting smell. Where the f- is it coming from? Is it the rugs in the Bikram room? Is it the heating system? It's so bad sometimes that my nose gets really irritated. I've been to dirty studios, and this is not the cleanest, but still. Something needs to be done. I'd give them 5 stars if I could only handle the stink. I'm complaining to Martha the next time she's there when I am. read more

This is the worst Bikram studio I have ever been to. I have been to studios in Maine, London, LA, Cleveland, Columbus, and many more. It smells. They are humiliating. 30 seconds late and you can't enter. No exuses. My opinion is, If someone has to arrive within the first 2 minutes of a class and wants to pay for it, I would only suggest a studio that accommodates that.. This studio does not. Turned me away after driving 25 minutes, with unexpected traffic, after looking forward to giving this studio a try for the first time. ....finally getting there--only for the instructor to come to the door and say, "Sorry, we've already started." When I was off on putting my arm in the air on accident, the instructor said, this in not an Advanced class. I didn't assume I was advanced! Was pretty humiliated by that comment. I don't want to draw attention to myself whatsoever. read more

I was not going to write a review, but a friend strongly encouraged me to so other people don't make the same mistake I did. You see, I am NOT a yogi, but I wanted to try Bikram yoga because, frankly, I would love to have the health, youthfulness and flexibility of one. I contacted them and explained I am NOT flexible, I am not experienced, would I still be welcome? Of course, they encouraged me to come. If you don't want to read further, this is my advice: unless you are a hardcore yogi, unless you are an athlete and super flexible, I would never recommend coming here. I attended several classes - a couple of the instructors were outstanding. A big call out to Hunter. His energy made the classes fly by and I never felt judged. He corrected people in a kind way, you can feel the energy when you are being corrected. HOWEVER, they don't tell you who is teaching. And, one instructor in particular was rather, um, more like a dominatrix than a yoga teacher. And she consistently taught at the time I could make the time commitment. I think she just hated, and I do not use this word lightly, anyone who wasn't lithe and flexibilty and especially anyone, like me, who is overweight. The last straw for me was when I was trying to check my form in the side mirror and she said harshly, 'Andrea, keep your eyes on yourself!" I was so humiliated! She made me feel like a voyeur or something. It was just SO BULLYING! And I was having a really hard time in that class anyway - their heat was so awful depending on where you were positioned in the room. This was the cherry on the sundae: at the end of the class she gave a little speech "You can either be strong or flexible, but you're not going to get strong doing yoga. You better find another form of exercise." Hint. Hint. Hint. Well, I NEVER went back. I called the studio a couple of times to complain and played phone tag with one of the owners, who wouldn't give me a number that would call back directly to anything but an answering machine. I had purchased a package, but frankly, I was afraid to return. Finally, I knew my package was running out, so I emailed them to extend it, and explained why I wasn't returning. I mentioned I would write a scathing review on yelp if someone didn't get back to me. Their response, "Go elsewhere." And they sent back a portion of my money, not all of it. There was never an apology for the rude instructor.. So, let me drive the point home one last time: unless you are a lithe, flexible athlete, I would not go to this studio - ever. read more

Returned here in September 2012 after a Groupon offer. Hello, Bikram Yoga Minneapolis! I think they replaced the carpet. Yeah! That obnoxious instructor (Heidi) either got fired or left. Yeah! They sell kombucha and popsicles in the lobby. Yeah! The dudes all wear teeny tiny Bikram Yoga shorts. Um...No! Despite the shorts, I'm a convert now. Yeah! read more

I became interested in Bikram yoga because at the time the downward dog posture of so many other yoga practices was too hard on my shoulders. Plus, I liked the heat and the sweat. I've been coming to this studio for 8 months now, and Martha the owner and everyone else are so inspirational. They notice a lot, and are genuinely interested in helping you improve your practice. They regularly have workshops and posture clinics outside of the regular class schedule. Yes the yoga is a particular brand, but seriously everyone is very accepting. I've never felt judged, objectified, have never been hit on, and have never seen anyone else experience these things. As opposed to more corporate places, this place is more of a practice that's close to the heart. There's an actual community here. For my birthday, Hunter the instructor gave myself and anyone who wanted one a popsicle. Newcomers are regularly applauded with hand knocks on the floor. I feel supported here in my practice, and that I support others. That to me is far more important than whether the bathrooms are in the locker rooms, and whether the studio has a faint odor (it does, but you forget it after 5 minutes). The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. They have studio traditions: I recommend going on Halloween, as everyone practices in costume. Camel pose is extended on anyone's birthday. Bikram yoga isn't for everyone. But if you like an intense experience, challenging yourself, and biking to places -- it's literally right on the Greenway -- give it a shot. Be sure to check the schedule when first getting to know the place since MWF times are different from TTh. read more

I have been very fortunate in being able to experience many different Bikram Yoga studios throughout the US. This is one of my favorite for its aesthetics. Located next door to the "Egg and I" (See the review) in an old reclaimed warehouse that now houses about a dozen small business this place has great ambiance, decent facilities and the feel of some place you can go and further your yoga practice. The yoga room is not as deep as other Bikrams but is wide. The heat is even but never disappoints. The teachers are all experts and are very personable. There are clean showers, separate bathrooms and of course a cold water fountain (Not all Bikram Studios have good water fountains). Prices are good, they also sell bottled water and Zico. What sets them apart is they have an outdoor Zen like garden and an outdoor shower for warmer times where you can rise off. The floor are made of warehouse concrete so you don't have to worry about the water. They have a big garage door they open into the garden area. The only draw back is the cold weather looks like it would come right through the windows in the garage door. Great place, loved doing my practice there. I highly recommend it. read more

Though I can't call myself I regular, each time I practice at this studio I feel refreshed and energized. The colors of the studio are rich and it's planted next to the green way with ample flowers and plants. It is hot, hot, hot! With adequate water, you feel healthily detoxified. The instructors are great guides through this hot practice and will help and challenge you to improve yourself. read more

I have been to three different Bikram studios (one in Minneapolis and two in Los Angeles, including headquarters). This studio is above and beyond my favorite of the three! All the people there are really nice. The owners are highly involved in the studio both on the business side and social side. The facility is great. You feel very comfortable right as you walk in the door. The teachers are fabulous; there isn't one that I would not take from. I love that the location is right on the greenway and that there are places to sit outside and relax. Alright, I have nothing negative to say!! :) I truly have missed my Minneapolis studio since moving to California. I can't wait for a visit when I'm back for a week in late August! Oh! One more thing that is WONDERFUL about this particular studio. They are so green! They don't sell bottled water, but they do sell water bottles and there is a drinking fountain to use. I can't stand the amount of waste people create from throwing away so many plastic bottles. It's crazy! So, thank you Martha and Dennis for helping the environment and encouraging other people to do so as well. There are many other ways that this studio is environmentally friendly, but it would take ages to list them all. A 5-star recommendation from me! Namaste read more

I was in Minneapolis for the weekend, and I went to the 2pm class Sunday (12/18/11) at this studio. I spoke with Dennis, the instructor, before class to let him know about my lingering knee problems. We had the "do-what-you-can" conversation, but he still gave me some great corrections during class. For example, during awkward, he told me to tighten up my triceps. I appreciated that he saw an opportunity for me to be working harder. The heat/humidity were great, and I had a fantastic class. It was just what I needed the day after a long flight and before a big interview. In summary: Pros: Friendly staff, clean studio, showers, good parking, they apparently have childcare for some classes although I didn't take advantage of that... Cons: A little pricey, but about the same as other Bikram studios in big cities read more

Awesome, authentic Bikram studio. A huge plus, they now offer babysitting during select weekday classes and kids yoga on the weekend!! The staff is super welcoming and the owners studied directly with Bikram and have even traveled with him to India!! So inspiring!! This yoga will change your life. One of the best studios I have been to and some of the best instructors in the country. read more

If you are looking for the "real deal" - come to this studio. Martha and Eric run this place as Bikram intended. I find it very welcoming and like a second home. The studio has nice locker rooms and showers with delicious organic minty soap, a great patio outside with an outdoor shower to cool off in the summer months and just a great vibe. I would recommend to anyone that is up for the challenge (Bikram Yoga is not for sissies). After years of running, weights, crosstraining, etc. this is the hardest, most complete workout I have ever done. 90 mins of sweating like you won't believe and you feel like a new person once you leave the studio. I am crawling to the top of my mat each day for camel pose and just when I think I can't do it, the amazing teachers cheer us on to finish the series. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this studio and the teachers. You won't regret checking it out! read more

I started 2 months ago and am amazed with the improvement with body strength and agility. The sweat factor is also something that I now look forward to. When we were new we were impressed with how the patrons and staff were always very welcoming taking the time to remember our names and to initiate conversation. Each instructor has their own teaching style and I learn something new each time such as patience and techniques to help with those sleepless nights. Love this place read more

LOVE this studio!! It was the studio I first experienced Bikram yoga in and still - by far - is the best. I only stopped going there because I moved to Los Angeles 6 months ago. It's strange that I have yet to find a studio in L.A. (where US Bikram started!) that I would rate above three stars. All the instructors... Martha, Dennis, Hunter, Elena, EVERYONE!! I love you all. You each bring something different, but amazingly beneficial. I miss you all and look forward to my first visit "home" this summer. The Lyndale Bikram studio makes you feel at home... Adorable layout, private showers and lockers, swing chairs, books to help you learn, an outdoor area right in the Greenway that is peaceful and also an outdoor rinse off area. To anyone reading this, if I could rate higher than 5 stars, I would! This studio more than deserves it. AND regardless of my review, Bikram yoga is something that I think everyone needs to experience at least twice. The first time is incredibly hard and the second is passionately addicting. read more

I tried this studio today while in town for business. I've been missing my home studio while on the road, so was excited to find a studio here that practices Bikram's traditional 26 postures. Everyone was very friendly, helpful and accommodating. There was a unique sense of community and freedom among the other participants. The class was intense, challenging and satisfying. Because I am traveling I had to rent a mat and towel. I would highly recommend bringing your own gear if you can. The towel was too short for my mat, which was incredibly distracting...standing up/laying in savasana on an exposed area of a rental mat sans towel covering...grossed me out a bit. Also, the studio I normally practice in not carpeted. This studio does have carpet and smelled different than what I'm used to. I had to push past the differences to focus on my practice. I am partial to my home studio, of course, but this was a wonderfully balanced way to start a snowy Sunday here in the Twin Cities. Thank you to Dennis for a positive experience! read more

Minneapolis Yoga offers the most inspirational community of yoga teachers and students in the Twin Cities. Martha and Eric Williams and their entire team of highly qualified, compassionate, motivational teachers have more than 17 years of incredible experience in the Twin Cities to offer anyone interested in an incredible workout, friends everywhere you turn, and a moving meditation that is simply unparalleled. read more

I love love love this studio! I have tried every thing under the sun and always end up back here. The instructors are unbelievably amazing, the sequence is so healing and you make it what you want to...it can be challenging but you leave feeling like you have just given yourself an amazing gift. There is no place like Minneapolis yoga. read more

I have been practicing here for 10 months. Bikram yoga has helped me kick my life long running habit, no small feat. It has provided me with a more secure emotional base and has enabled me to be stronger and more flexible than I have ever been, ever. The teachers and the studio owners are wonderful. That Frank is something else! It ain't for everybody, but if you like intensity this is worth a shot. read more

This yoga studio is the best. The people are truly inspired. The feeling this yoga creates is beyond anything I know. I'm so lucky to be able to refresh myself in such a beautiful way. Go here. read more

As a disclaimer, this was the only Bikram yoga class I've taken. I can't say I'm a huge fan of the practice, but I a had a pretty good experience at the studio. The locker room was small but there were definitely enough lockers, and it was nice that there was a shower. The people were welcoming and the studio was a good size, but the smell was awful. Maybe it's typical of Bikram studios? The instructor was intense but pretty informative, and overall it seemed like a fine place to practice Bikram if you don't mind the smell. read more

Having a job that requires me to travel on a weekly basis, I've been fortunate to visit several Bikram studios throughout the U.S. This studio in Minneapolis is a nice find!! I've learned to never know what to expect, which sometimes leaves me pleasantly surprised, or disappointed. This studio is the real deal! Great space, nice, calming vibe, stick to the script but also provided some subtle extra color, studio perfectly hot & humid, and a welcoming instructor and fellow class members. The instructor that I had, Chris, was very good. He welcomed me at the start of the first class, and remembered my name the next day at the second class. Provided insightful individual pointers, without being condescending or overly strict, which I appreciated. It appeared that my fellow yogis really liked him as well. Yes, the bathrooms are outside of the locker room as others reported, and the room is carpeted, yet all but 1 of the 8 studios I've visited have carpet. If you are addicted to Bikram, this is a great place to practice!! read more

On a recent business trip, I stopped by to get my Bikram Yoga fix. The studio was small, but clean and the teacher's were fantastic. There are locker rooms with showers (soap provided). The class was very reasonably priced ($18 for a single class), but the towels and drinks were super overpriced. Overall, I will definitely go back on my next trip to Minneapolis. read more

I've been doing Bikram yoga for almost 10 years, and have visited studios all over the country. Have to say, the BY Minneapolis studio was really impressive. The outdoor relaxation garden and outdoor shower were definitely a first for me. Great experience, I wish I lived closer. read more

Fantastic way to get your breath and your back into shape. Rigorous! You need to have taken a lot of hydration measures before you start. Worth every minute. read more

Having just moved to Minneapolis from NYC, I was so happy to find out that there was a Bikram studio across the street from my apartment where I could continue my practice. This studio made me feel at home right away. All of teachers are extremely kind and welcoming. It had been several months since I had last taken a Bikram class, and I never felt judged when I had to take a lot of breaks. I love the wood benches in the waiting area. I think the floor could use an update, as some of the carpet squares seem to be askew, but on the whole, this is a wonderful place to practice. read more

Great little studio with ample parking. Room is perfectly setup with plenty of mirror space for everyone. Had a great instructor Megan for first visit and will be back definitely. read more

I had a tremendous first experience with Bikram Yoga thanks to an invitation from a friend. I had never explored Bikram but have done other forms of yoga. It was challenging and I felt great after I had recovered! Note to self: hydrate more before class. The staff was very motivating and welcoming. I was impressed by the overall level of proficiency of the group. Highly recommended :) There was an 8 or 9 y.o. doing it too, so I suppose as long as you can stand the heat all ages are welcome. read more

I really want to like this studio, but they make it difficult. I've practiced Bikram for 3 years. When I'm traveling, I've been lucky to attend studios all over the country and world. It's a great way to get a view of how an array of studios are run. Of all the studios I've been to, this studio is one of my least favorite which is unfortunate because I visit Minneapolis and this studio often. On the pro side, the instructors are positive and skilled in their directions (Hunter stands out), the location is central, and the locker rooms clean. The rooms are hot and humid. The studio is also great at incorporating kids into the mix, which is terrific. On the con side, the instructors don't do much to manage the room. I've never been at a studio where people just dick around so much during their practice. They don't try very hard to get into, stay in or get back into their poses. During poses, they take water breaks, walk around often, and even leave the room. In other cities/studios, all of this is strongly discouraged. Not in a militant way or because the instructors are militant, but so the whole class can have a positive experience, versus the few who do whatever they want during class regardless of how it impacts the experience. In other studios, people get into their poses right away, and if they fall out, they try again. If they take a break, they stay still by sitting down Japanese style or laying down until they are ready to participate again. etc etc etc The only other con is that I agree with some of the other reviewers on the smell. Stinky rooms don't normally bother me. But at this studio the chemical smell is consistently overwhelming. This is the only Bikram studio in town and it's terrific to have a place to practice in Minneapolis. I just wish there was more of the Bikram way in how the culture in the city/room is developed. My only tip would be to practice in the front row (regardless of your skill) near the instructor. It's the only way to avoid the myriad of distractions within the session. read more

I love this studio - friendly, able, helpful, staff, perfect temp. I've been practicing for a handful of years and, quite honestly, I am not very good. Big guy. Lots of muscles. Broad shoulders. Classic Yoga nightmare. The instructors are always helpful and even step away to help me improve, adjust my stance, offer ideas, and keep my on track - I don't mind the attention from time to time as I am trying to improve. It's appreciated. I look forward to my continued work there. read more

Love this place and all the folks that are part of the community. Martha, Eric and all the teachers are kind, loving people who really care about their students and their yoga studio. I think everyone should try this form of yoga at least once, most likely you'll want to keep trying it again and again. read more

After practicing Vinyasa Yoga for a long-time, I decided to give Bikram a try. If you're new to "hot" yoga in any way (like I was), my advice is to take it slow. Slower than slow. The mix of heat, humidity, and physical exertion should not be underestimated. Hydrate prior to class and take some time to get used to the temp in the room. I have completed 4 classes so far and am impressed with this studio's community, energy and teachers. I feel welcome, encouraged, pushed, but also respected to know my own limits and do what is necessary for me as I am starting out. Bikram is a wonderful practice for anyone who is looking to expand concentration, determination, mental toughness (as well as the obvious physical), and meditative presence. Although my own Bikram practice is just beginning, I have already found tremendous physical, emotional and mental benefits. --- Side note --- I have seen people comment on the smell, etc. I will say this: everyone sweats. Profusely. Yes, even you. The mix of sweat and rubber-lined carpet can get a little dizzying, especially if you are sensitive to odors. However, I didn't think it was as bad as people had posted here. By day 4, I found myself much less focused on the smells, sounds, and lights, and much more aware of my own presence, breath, and practice. In short: embrace anything and everything that you find uncomfortable and bring it into your practice. It will transform. Also, teachers talk through poses so a visual guide to Bikram prior to your first class would be a huge benefit to anyone who is just starting. Biggest area for improvement is the bathroom/locker room/showers: I wish they were larger and unified. It gets really busy and the shower cue can get pretty long, especially without any space to sit in the locker room while you wait. I live relatively close though so heading home to shower isn't a big deal for me. Overall, it's a wonderful space that I look forward to visiting. read more

Love Martha Williams and her amazing staff at Bikram Yoga Minneapolis!...Outdoor shower opening soon