I've been a member at Purely Hot Yoga for about eight years -- on and off -- but I always find my way back. I started with hot yoga and somehow evolved into a full-on hot pilates hottie ‍. This studio just gets it. The vibes are upbeat, the classes bring the burn, and I love that I never have to battle a waitlist to get in. Shoutout to my two favorite instructors, Cassie V. and Kaitlin L. -- they bring the energy every single time. The music is always fire -- loud in the best way -- which keeps me moving through tough classes, but everything is still approachable for beginners too. Now for the honest cons: the studio aesthetic isn't quite on par with the newer boutique gyms -- no soft lighting or spa-like design moments -- but it is clean, well-kept, and functional. Also, you won't find all the extra workout accessories that some modern studios offer yet (like weights, Pilates rings, or soft Pilates balls), though I've heard weights may be coming soon. All in all, if you're looking for a no-fuss studio with great instructors, fun music, zero waitlists, and a seriously good sweat, this place delivers. read more

My happy place. Once I start replacing happy hour and brunches with this hot yoga, a lot of healing can happen once you trust the process to show up. Took me 50+ classes to really feel and understand the benefits of this practice, but it's worth it. It's a wonderful practice that brings you back to yourself in body, mind, and spirit. I cannot recommend the 26&2 practice to all my friends enough. The staff here are outstanding and inspiring to be around. Plus, Laurie is just so funny and a joy to be in the presence of. Definitely don't miss her classes if you can make it. read more

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Visiting family for the holidays and glad to have found Purely Hot Yoga. This is an excellent studio which offers the original 26&2 series with the perfect room setting and temperature. The teachers are professional with a solid background and offer quality instruction. The community is big here and the space is clean and well put together. I will make this my 'home away from home' studio from now on when I visit the Sacramento area. read more

rude money grubbing unfriendly, unkind, the yoga classes are fantastic. The people in the studio, not so much

Really nice people immediately when you walk in. It was my first time at this studio, and the first time I did hot yoga in probably 4 years. A friend of mine goes to this location as a regular and raves about the classes being taught be genuine people. I felt extremely welcome as a newbie and definitely no judgement as we were going through the poses. There were 26 poses you do 2x each so if you're looking for cardio, this is the place to be!! I was sweating bullets. My knee caps were sweating haha (I know we have pores all over our bodies but come on, my knee caps?!) lol I had a great time and I definitely see myself coming back here. I really enjoy the 4:30 session, most of the people attending were around the same age group but they also have earlier classes and later in the evening classes for people who have to work. I'm sad I can't remember my instructors name but she was awesome! Introduced herself to me before we even started and gave me tips on what to do when I start feeling a certain way. Thanks purely hot yoga! I'll definitely be back! read more

I have been doing hot yoga, hot pilates, all of the classes for over 1 year. I feel great, I sleep better, and I've lost so much weight. My balance has improved as well! The instructors and the classes are adaptable for all bodies and levels. read more

Purely Hot Yoga - Yoga Near Me - Sacramento, California

I've been hopping around trying different studios and so far Purely Hot Yoga is the clear favorite. It's clean and comfortable, parking is ample and I felt at ease throughout my visit here even though I am new to Bikram and spent just as much time giving myself grace (aka breaks) as I did following the poses. Good mix of people too. Looking forward to trying their other classes! read more

The staff and studios are solid. When I first tried a class, I was lost. The advice the studio gave, which still holds true, ...'Go at my own pace in group classes. If you haven't tried hot yoga, give Purely Hot Yoga a try! read more

After finishing my introductory month ($79 for your first month for new members), I was hooked. I signed up for a year of unlimited classes at Purely Hot Yoga and I love it! They offer a nice variety of classes: vinyasa, yin, Pilates (both HIIT Pilates and Pilates with weights and bands), and hot yoga. All of their classes have some element of "heat" to them, except yin yoga. They have a nice variety of well-trained instructors, each with their own vibe. Classes are offered throughout the day, seven days a week. Signing up for classes is easy through the app. The studio itself is clean and modern. There are showers, restrooms, and cubbies to store your stuff. I cannot recommend Purely Hot Yoga enough, especially if you are looking to get back into practice after taking some time away, like myself. read more

I have been a part of this community for 13 years next month. This studio has a team of staff who promptly greet you at the door, run all classes true to schedule, and often open the door for class more than the 15 minutes prior that is clearly stated on their door. What I like most of all is that this place is like a second home to me. The owner and staff truly care about each and every person who practices here. Come and join us in this very clean and welcoming environment and don't leave before the miracle happens. Thank you. read more

This update is way overdue. But better late than never? I'm not sure exactly when they made the change, but they no longer have carpet in the room. It's been 2 years since I attended up until recently. The carpet issue was my biggest deterrent and I think for many people also so I'm glad it was changed. The hot pilates class is still amazing! Kerith is an AMAZING instructor. I really only go to her classes because of the times she teaches the hot pilates class (Monday 12 pm and Thursday 6:30 pm). It is a pretty challenging HIIT workout but you feel so good afterwards. Lastly, I appreciate how friendly everyone is that goes here. Everyone is nice, not judge mental, and encouraging. I will happily continue coming here for the hot pilates class with Kerith! read more

Very clean spacious yoga studio with showers and locker rooms. Welcoming staff and variety of yoga and fitness classes. read more

I love Purely hot. I bounce around trying different Yoga/Pilates studios to find which classes/teachers I like. Even though it's not close to my house, I find myself coming back to Purely hot. It's more expensive than other studios but it's for a reason. The teachers are so great, they work hard and they deserve to be paid well so it's worth the money. My favorite class is Lisa's 6am inferno Pilates on Fridays. Lisa is easy to connect with and she throws out modifications for people with limitations. I love how she thoroughly explains every cycle so I never end up feeling lost in what we're supposed to be doing. read more

I've been going to PHY for the past 3 months. I love the camaraderie of the other yogis and especially the teachers. It truly is a non-judgemental studio and it's awesome to see all people of shapes and sizes there. I enjoy that they recognize you for little perks like attending 100 classes and make it easy to check in before class. The locker room is clean and the owner is awesome! They have a ton of different classes and contrary to the name of the studio, not all classes are hot...which is nice. read more

I mean, I damn near died the first day, but I survived and I'm here to write about it! LOCATION: In the shopping center known as F65 which is the corner of Folsom Blvd and 65th street. There are several other business nearby like Office Depot, Starbucks and Dos Coyotes. The parking lot has a lot of spaces, but these are the thinnest spaces I've ever seen. I'm struggle to park hot wheels in most of these spaces and the time limits range from 20 min to 2 hours. Be careful where you park. PRICE: The price here is on par with the cost all around the Bikram yoga industry. There's a first-time purchase hookup which is $40 for the entire first month. After that you can look at $20 per drop in or you can buy in bulk for addition discounts. There are student rates here as well. Not sure what all the costs are. FACILITY/DECOR: The facility is clean and newly renovated. It's a smaller studio with only one room, a long and the dressing rooms. The room is orange and their colors are orange and purple. There's water to fill water bottles, towels for rent and merchandise in the lobby. STAFF: Yaaasss!! Everyone here is amazing. Julie, the owner, is just the sweetest, most kind, genuine and caring person in the world. She really makes you feel like family. She leads many of the Bikram classes. There are a few other instructors like Laurie who's so talented and Guillermo who's voice is like a massage to my ear drums. Go back, fall back, way back, more back, change! EXPERIENCE: The moment I walked in on my first day, I was treated like family. I had come with my girlfriend who has been going there for years. I bought my first month and went 6 times. I wish I could've gone more times though, but life waits for no man or woman. Now, as a disabled veteran with spinal stenosis, arthritis, and bulging discs all in my back alone and, there are many physical things I cannot do. In 2 classes, I started to feel well enough to increase my physical activity by 30%! Something about being warmed to the core of our body, gives us another level of flexibility and strength. I'm so grateful that I've found Bikram yoga and had it been at a studio without such amazing people, I don't know if I would've come back because it's no small feat to make it through a class, let alone keep coming back. read more

I bought the one month pass. One class I attended was very hot, I slipped on my mat and fell during a pose and the teacher started hysterically laughing at me. Won't be coming back not a welcoming environment for newbies. read more

I've been practicing yoga for over 17 years. I used to live in southern California where there are hundreds of yoga studios and I've been to countless studios. I can honestly say that this studio is the best yoga studio that I have ever been to because the level of heat in each class is perfect and because of the enthusiasm and commitment of the teachers, especially when they teach the 90 min classes. Teaching a 90 min class in intense heat is not easy yet the teachers do such an amazing job and it seems that they really care about their students. It is a privilege to have this yoga studio nearby. This studio boasts some of the best yoga teachers that I have ever experienced. I am mind blown every time that I leave their 90 min class because of the level of commitment and enthusiasm that all teachers demonstrate in their respective classes and not just in the 90 minute class but the other classes also. The star player is definitely the owner Laurie Popovac. Not only is she my favorite teacher but her customer service is extraordinary. She has gone out of her way to make me feel comfortable and a part of this amazing community of yogis. Once again, this might be the best yoga studio in California, if you don't believe me, please give this studio an opportunity! I recommend all of their classes ! read more

I've never done yoga before and everyone was kind and welcoming. No judgement, clean studio, and very relaxing.

Just a quick note. Julie, the owner of Purely Hot Yoga, has created a peaceful, tranquil, and beautiful space for yogis to practice. I started my yoga practice seven years ago at another studio which did not make it through COVID. To my good fortune, I discovered Purely Hot Yoga (PHY) a year and a half ago while searching online. I was excited as I had been without a studio for over a year, and I immediately drove to PHY. Upon my arrival, there were no classes in session, and the doors were locked. I saw Julie cleaning the floor, so I knocked hard on the door. She then became aware of me and came smiling to greet me. She gave me a tour as I related my yoga history. During the walk-around, I was first impressed with the calming beauty of the space's architecture, color selections, and its cleanliness. Now, after a year and a half at PHY, I can report on what I have personal experience with pertaining to their operation. I practice about 4-5 times a week, and their schedule is varied enough that I can find a class that works for me. Also, Julie has gathered a deep bench of skilled instructors. I like Bikram and have practiced with six different instructors at PHY, which is great for me (and you) as each instructor has their own style, so I can select the one I most want to align with on any given day. If you are searching for a peaceful, tranquil, and beautiful space to practice yoga, Julie has created Purely Hot Yoga for you. Greg Smith read more

Purely Hot Yoga - Yoga Near Me - Sacramento, California

Terrible business practices. Only yoga studio I know of classes expire after one month. I did five classes in one month pass, the last day of the month I lost a class, they added it back, then I decided not to renew, they charged a different credit card without telling me, I demanded classes they only let me use three before expired again . Atrocious business practices and they only care about making money for classes you don't attend. read more

If you want a good way to detox and don't mind sweating 3 lbs, Purely Hot Yoga (PHY) is a great studio and one of my favorites in Sacramento! During the pandemic, they have offered classes virtually, and have taken many precautions so I felt safe to go in also when they reopened. Julie, the owner, is very friendly and provides feedback without being overly critical. Tany and Laurie also great instructors who help finesse your forms and always have a cheerful attitude. The online reservation system makes it easy to book a class and know that there will be space whether you attend in person or virtually. Yoga has helped me be more mindful and grateful in these crazy times, and whether you are more comfortable practicing in the comfort of your home with a live class, or in the heated room, PHY is a great place to start practicing mindfulness! read more

Let me preface this by saying that I love yoga & have been practicing for years. I've visited many studios, and my experience here was the poorest by far. The practice of Bikram has a reputation for being strict - I knew that going in. But the behavior of Kerith, my instructor for the two classes I took at Purely Hot Yoga, was appalling. It was my first Bikram class in a few years, so I was nervous coming into the studio. I didn't really know what to expect, and, as a new student, I wanted to listen to my body during the practice (which is what yoga is all about). This proved to be extremely difficult, because during the class Kerith repeatedly made pointed and rude comments towards me. I was next to her near the front of the room, and when I would take a variation on a pose she would say things like, "THAT'S NOT BIKRAM" and "When I'm in vinyasa I DO VINYASA. You're in Bikram SO RESPECT THE PRACTICE." Throughout the class, she seemed to be focusing on me and would constantly make comments towards me whenever I was doing something "wrong." Keep in mind that she's saying these things at full volume in front of the class while I'm trying to contort myself into strange shapes at 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Thank god I knew most of the postures - I can only imagine how vulnerable and humiliated new students would feel. And actually, she did this to other people too - one struggling woman at the front of the class only had a towel with her, and Kerith loudly chastised her in front of everyone for not having a mat. I don't know why that poor woman didn't have a mat (Maybe she doesn't have the money to buy one? Maybe she was expecting the studio to have mats?), but because of Kerith her yoga practice most likely didn't leave her feeling empowered. Throughout the class, Kerith seemed to find perverse pleasure in humiliating other people while they were in literally vulnerable positions. And the worst of it is yet to come! I didn't have a water bottle with me that day, and I didn't have the money to buy a water (I'm a broke college student), so I left the class briefly and asked for a plastic cup to fill with water from the studio's communal cooler. I got a cup, filled it, and quietly went back into the class. The moment Kerith saw me, she spent a FULL MINUTE chastising me for getting a plastic cup of water. Apparently, the plastic cups "are for THE KOMBUCHA TAP ONLY" and I'm "NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE THEM" because they "COST MONEY". Cost money?!?! Did she want 5 cents?? She then told me that if I wanted water for this 90 minute 100+ degree yoga class, I needed to buy a SmartWater or a HydroFlask. I sure as hell don't have $60 cash to shell out for the hydroflasks they sell there - I don't even have $3! I'm just a girl trying to get some yoga in my day! Not only is Kerith's behavior offensive to young and low-income folks, it's dangerous. Bikram heat is no joke and people can get seriously sick without water at those temperatures. Publicly humiliating people for drinking water from the cooler is a recipe for disaster. Apparently, Purely Hot Yoga is sending the message that yoga is only for privileged rich people who can afford to buy their overpriced necessities (water, mats, towels, and evidently kombucha). Other things you should know about before shelling out $25 for a drop in: the yoga room is carpeted, so it consistently smells sweaty and gross. They don't provide mat cleaner spray or towels for cleaning your mat. /rant over read more

What a lovely place to do some 26&2 Bikram yoga! I've been to this place many times in the past, and I keep on seeming to crave this type of sequencing and holds. I try to come as often as I can. What is the best part of this? Feeling like you are about to transform into something, in my case, a stronger and a more congruent version of myself. You are sometimes lucky to drop in a class and to meet professional sports teams there. I was lucky enough to meet a coach from the Utah Jazz early morning at around 545am. read more

This review is long overdue. I'm a longtime Bikram practitioner and I've practiced at this studio for 4 years. They have a variety of classes, but I go primarily for the 90 minute Bikram classes. So many studios have shortened their Bikram classes to 75 minutes and I like at Purely Hot that the large majority of Bikram classes are 90 minutes. The extra 15 minutes does something for me. There are a lot of longtime practitioners here who are dedicated and considerate. I feel at home at Purely Hot and got to know people gradually; there is no forced, "instant", community which I have felt at other yoga studios. I also like that there is a sense of discipline at this studio and that teachers will politely tell students when they are doing something that is not appropriate. (Perhaps this is where some of the bad reviews come from. People don't like to be called out on their own bad behavior.) Yoga is a group practice. Your actions will affect your fellow practitioners and there's always a few people who don't understand that. Purely Hot calls people out in a polite way (when appropriate) for the sake of a cohesive group practice. Finally, the owner - Julie Havelock - works very hard to ensure the studio and locker rooms are clean and that the studio runs efficiently. I am relocating to the East Coast and will truly miss practicing at Purely Hot. I feel really comfortable here. read more

Instructors are friendly and are happy to help. There's only one room but they offer a lot of classes throughout the day. No colored drinks allowed so that means no Gatorade. There is a water cooler to refill water which is nice. Most studios I've been to charge for water. The room smells like armpit since the carpet retains the sweat. I dreaded any poses that had me close to the ground. That's really the only con of this place. read more

I went here the other day with my class pass (check out classpass.com) because I had never tried Bikram. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, and by pleasant, I mean very hard. The instructor on Sunday mornings is very kind and patient as she walks all the students through their postures. However, the only reason I cannot give this studio 5 stars is the fact that the room smells a bit moldy. I read more into this issue online, and bikram studios should not smell like mold. They should be treating their carpet with anti bacterial sprays and cleaning. All the students were great, it was a challenging class and the studio was nice. I would just make the recommendation to the studio about the smell. read more

I've been going here for almost a decade off and on and it's always been a fantastic place. I highly recommend going here if you want to experience hot yoga while also having the option for vinyasa and other classes!! It's a gorgeous, clean studio with nice cubby holes, really nice bathrooms, and an incredibly friendly group of people running it. Julie (the owner) always recognizes me even if it's been years since I was able to come in. I can't say enough nice things about this place! read more

I never thought I'd be the type of person who did yoga, or I never thought I would buy into any of the stuff yoga teaches. I went to my first HOT yoga class at Purely Hot Yoga as part of their buddy pass special then hopped on their 30 day special. I had done yoga before. My previous experience with yoga was not one of self-discovery, mindfulness, or acceptance. I didn't expect to like it. But my friend had invited me, it was like $10 for 5 days to try it out.. so I figured it was worth a try... I had nothing to lose! In that first class (inferno pilates) I sweat my ass off. Seriously I didn't know I could sweat this much!! By about the 3/4 mark of the class I could barely move - breathing just through my nose was a challenge. But i kept at it.. been coming back every day since, sometimes twice or more in one day. Back to back classes are not for the faint of heart lol, but the workouts are always complimentary - so if you do Bikram followed by Pilates for instance you'll work out different muscle groups and when you finally make it out you'll feel great. After a week - how do I feel?? Truly amazing!! Sometimes it's either stay up all night working and thinking about work or take a sedative but not any more - any day I do Hot Yoga I get the best sleep let me tell ya :) All in all props to Julie for running such a great studio and to all the instructors too. Every single class has been a journey and no class is ever exactly the same. Namaste! read more

The teachers are kind, knowledgeable and welcoming while the owner is abrasive and dismissive. She abruptly and rudely asked my friend and I to leave the yoga room while she was conducting some sort of photo shoot. She acted as if we should have known. She's lucky to have surrounded herself with instructors with big hearts and an understanding of customer service. read more

Still think this place is absolutely horrible. I called during Covid and asked if they were still practicing and Juli (the business owner) said very rudely "umm yeah we are a yoga studio". I was going to try this place one more time, but definitely not! I never leave reviews, but this bad quality of customer service definitely needs a review. and their rug definitely can not be sanitary. It smells like funky sweaty booty and feet. read more

First off, please do not be discouraged by their website. My friend and I had a hard time purchasing our class online but the issue was quickly resolved when we got there. This place is so darn cute. Very well decorated and super clean. You feel relaxed right when you walk in the place. The staff is so friendly. The owner over heard my friend and I say it was our first visit so she took the liberty to show us around the place and tell us a little bit about Bikram yoga. So hot yoga...boy oh boy I did not know what I was getting myself into. I was kind of startled when people from the previous class came out drenched in sweat. I literally did not realize you sweat that much. The class room does not seem that hot when you get in there but once you start moving around you quickly feel the heat. I did not do so well in the room and had to sit down through most of the class because I felt light headed. The staff suggested to me that I drink more water and eat something small maybe a hour before class. Overall, very cute place. If I could stand the heat and my curly hair would not frizz up every time I took a class I would for sure come back again. read more

So thankful for this yoga studio. I've been going here for a while and have always liked it but what Julie and her team are doing during this time of social isolation is nothing short of extraordinary. They've gone to great lengths to create a wonderful live streamed yoga experience for their members and guests. It's clear they understood what people would need as this situation unfolded and had a plan to execute on it. Thank you so much for bringing yoga and mindfulness to people at this time. read more

Love this studio. The classes and teachers are great but the prices and packages are becoming way too expensive recently. Also, the Bikram classes are offered at very inconvenient times for people who work. They should offer a 60 minute Bikram class after 5 pm on weeknights. I've heard many members want this as well. I wish the prices and schedule were better but the classes are wonderful and everyone is super nice and it is always clean. They also require a mask if you're not vaccinated, which is awesome, but they don't seem to be checking it at the classes so not sure it is useful. read more

Love this studio. I've been coming here since 2015. The prices are a bit up there but it's so worth it. All the instructors here are amazing and unique in their own teaching styles. They can really motivate you to make a change in yourself, and the community here is great too. Everyone's so nice and friendly, and very welcoming. Also, the facility is always clean which is a huge plus for me. They offer a variety of classes here. Bikram yoga (hot yoga), vinyasa flow, yin yoga, and inferno hot pilates (my fav!!) Occasionally they'll have really cool classes like yoga nidra taught by guest teachers. After my first month of doing Bikram yoga I noticed a number of changes in my body. I was much more flexible, stronger, AND my skin was clearer too! Now I mostly go for hot Pilates because I love the good workout I get from it :) read more

The variety of class styles and times are plentiful and the space is always clean, well stocked, and with showers. I've taught and practiced at many studios in Sacramento and this one really knows how to foster and support the community. Even during the quarantine they stepped up their online outreach to make sure students could still practice and stay connected. Grateful to be a part of such an inspiring studio! read more

Fabulous! I have been a member of PHY fir a number of years, off and on. All of the instructors are knowledgeable and excellent at what they do. There are no judgements as each practice is different. Studio has showers and cubbies to leave your belongings. You will always feel leaving like you accomplished something for yourself and stress free!!! read more

I found this place for my girlfriend while we were traveling last week. She faithfully does yoga, it's a part of her lifestyle, I tried it for myself, but would always end up falling asleep...especially in the hot classes, too low impact for me. But she on the other hand swears by the shit! So that why I'm leaving this review, she liked it. She will be back next time her job brings her to Sac-Town. read more

Instruction for the asanas is consistent and clearly deeply grounded in integrity. I'm grateful to have found my yoga home‍ Thank you, Julie & all of the Purely Hot Yoga teachers read more

This place is lovely! Staff are very friendly and they always make time to answer your questions. The studio is clean. The instructors always try to make people feel motivated to continue the yoga practice. Definitely would recommend to anyone who wants to get into hot yoga! read more

Not sure what I would do without Purely Hot Yoga in my life. I've been a member for a bit over a year now and can't imagine not making them apart of my daily/weekly routine. There's no judgment whatsoever, and all that matters is showing up on your mat and giving it your all. Purely Hot Yoga provides a variety of classes so you'll never feel like it's monotonous. All the instructors are awesome and they keep the establishment very clean! They also just went through a little makeover with new floors and paint, which is an added bonus. If you're new to yoga or pilates, then this is a great place to start and STAY! read more