As a registered yoga teacher myself, I have had the opportunity to learn from many instructors over the years, and Gabriella is one of the most exceptional teachers I have ever encountered. I first met Gabriella at NOLA Yoga Fest, where I attended one of her inversion workshops. I was so impressed by her teaching that I began attending her weekly handstand and inversion classes and have continued to do so consistently ever since. What sets Gabriella apart is her remarkable ability to truly see her students. She can watch someone move for only a few moments and identify exactly what is limiting their progress, what adjustments need to be made, and what specific drills or techniques will help them improve. Her understanding of anatomy, body mechanics, and skill development is extraordinary. She seems to have an endless toolkit of exercises, progressions, and creative approaches that allow every student to work at their own level while continuing to advance. As a teacher, I am especially impressed by her effectiveness. Many instructors can create an enjoyable class. Far fewer can consistently help students make meaningful progress in a complex skill like inversions. Gabriella does. She has an incredible ability to break down difficult movements into understandable steps, and she knows exactly how to challenge each student appropriately. One of the things I appreciate most is that Gabriella expects her students to work. Her classes are not passive, and they are not built around making everyone feel comfortable all the time. They are built around helping people improve. She is not a teacher who babies students, but she is a teacher who invests in them. If you come to class ready to learn, listen, and put in the effort, you will be challenged, supported, and given the tools to grow. Beyond her technical expertise, Gabriella is an incredibly effective communicator. Her verbal cues are precise and easy to understand, her demonstrations are both beautiful and instructive, and she creates an environment that feels focused, encouraging, and empowering. Complex skills that once felt intimidating become accessible under her guidance. I have maintained a dedicated yoga practice for years across Hatha, Vinyasa, and Ashtanga traditions, and Gabriella remains my favorite yoga teacher I have ever studied with. Every class deepens my understanding of movement, and every class leaves me with something new to work on. The progress I have made in my inversion practice is a direct result of her instruction. In a fitness and yoga culture that often prioritizes feeling accomplished over actually developing skill, Gabriella is refreshingly committed to genuine progress. If you have the opportunity to study with her, whether you are brand new to inversions or an experienced practitioner looking to refine your practice, I cannot recommend her highly enough. read more

There's a handful of great teachers at this studio, which is a solid hot vinyasa studio in NOLA but Gabriella isn't one of them so I'm putting a one star review here to bring awareness. In 20 years of practice, I have never seen a teacher anywhere on the globe that teaches with such ego, narcissism and lack of concern for student safety. Literally told her before class that I have hardware in my lumbar and my PT told me not to do backbends anymore because I hardly have a disc left above my 19yo spinal fusion yet she ridicules me in front of the class for not doing the backbends she calls for. Pretty appalling. Going to her classes are sitting through more of a session in her kissing her own ass than they are actually practicing yoga. Take heed Look out for teachers such as Connor, Kaitlyn & Ciara at this studio if you want skillful teachers with empathy and compassion for students read more

it is the best in the city and it has parking. Most of us want the 60 min class now, and they have them. Get there early on the weekend. I agree with Jason about Gab. read more

I did a two week trail while I was staying in the city for work. I tried 3 classes. Each was different. Two were heated in the room with the lights, first Bikram and second was vinyasa flow. I attended one class that was not heated also, much smaller room, fewer people which I enjoyed most. read more

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YES, YOGA. I feel so amazing after a hot yoga class and always look forward to the next one. The space is so zen and allows me to truly disconnect and prioritize myself, my body and my mind for 1 hour. Thank you for creating such an amazing space for our community to connect with ourselves!! read more

Yes, Yoga. - Yoga Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Just took the community class with Allison and it was 10/10. Amazing work out but also very relaxing. Every single move feels very intentional and calming while also challenging yourself and giving you a good workout. read more

Being from California and moving to Nola a little under two years ago, I worried about the quality of studios I would find. I have tried most of them in the city. Let me tell you, this is one of the best studios I have ever been to. I feel so lucky to practice here. read more

Challenging hot yoga with both vinyasa and hot 26. Vinyasa is my favorite here--each of the instructors has their own style and always a solid workout. read more

I am a newbie- A dear friend had a pass to bring a guest to join for a single class; I attended my first yoga class ever & thankfully I did so at Yes Yoga! The instructors are very welcoming, attentive to greeting you & sets the tone for each class- each in their own unique way. The initial class I attended was "Hot Vinyasa" with Gabriella and despite not having any experience & not knowing what to expect- It was a challenge but also an eye opener to the benefits of Yoga- mentally, physically, and spiritually- and the importance of gathering amongst a group of diverse individuals- all together in a sacred alignment--------- I can't thank Gabriella,Ciara, Connor, & Kaitlyn- enough- and everyone who continues to show up- read more

I had an incredibly hostile and rude experience with Gabriela one of yoga instructors which is astonishing considering it's yoga class

I have been coming here for 5 years! I was never into yoga before coming here and now I am hooked. Everyone is always so nice and friendly. This place is really clean as well. read more

I took a 75 min hot Lilly yoga class while on vacation and I was treated like I was on vacation the teacher instead of helping me (I guess because she thought I wasn't coming back) she called me out and embarrassed me. I guess if your not a regular don't go. read more

Though "elite," I will not be able to properly describe the experience in words. This is a huge yes for me, and I've some how "shopped" several studios in the area, teaching at a handful, and have truly longed for a place to call home for my personal pratice. Light finally went on tonight. Yes yes yes to this place. Just bring your mat, be on time, and get ready to sweat. read more

Yes, Yoga. - Can wait to roll this out - - Yoga Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Very fiendly and welcoming staff Classic classes are a great, challenging, hard workout with all teachers. Facility is pretty, calm. Studio is beautiful read more

deceptive about what "unheated" means. I signed up for an unheated class and arrived at the studio to find it WAS 90 DEGREES! the instructor gave a lame explanation that the heat is off. i cannot do hot yoga bc of a medical condition. No refund was offered for this expensive class. No Yoga is more like it. Rude! read more

Admitedly, I have been dragging my feet when it comes to writing this review. I wanted my review to be as magnificent as this awesome yoga studio, but I do not think I can do it the justice it deserves. I'll try anyway. Though Yes, Yoga is fairly far from my home, there are so many things to love about this place that I happily make the commute. First off, the yoga instructors here are phenomenal. Every single one of them is professional and knowledgeable. I also love that the instructors all have such different personalities, and you can learn a lot just from switching up classes now and then. Secondly, the bathroom, yoga room, and reception area are squeaky clean. This is a must. When you have ten plus people sweating excessively and washing themselves multiple times per day, everything needs to be sanitized regularly. I also love that all of the complimentary liquid soap is natural, which leads me to believe that though the studio is clean, it is not sopping with harmful chemicals that could set off a skin reaction. Third and last, the shops around Yes,Yoga are awesome. There are tacos across the street, art galleries, Zotz, and a decent amount of parking around the corner. read more

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Unacceptable. This studio has a zero late policy. If you show up at 5:31 for a 5:30 class they will not let you in. Doors locked and they charge you. I need a more forgiving place. Traffic happens. Work happens. 1 min is unacceptable. I went to this place for years but I'll be going elsewhere now. read more

A very special studio! The teachers and community has made me fall in love with yoga! Marquella and Rachel are gems! The room is lined with lights and a beautiful moon. Definitely sign up for a class right now. read more

Best instructors, beautiful studio. I have been a member for the last few years and appreciate the personal attention the trainers provide here These guys are so friendly and always posses a positive vibe. Love this place. read more

I regularly do tennis, soccer, running and biking.....and the HOT yoga effectively killed me more than all of these activities. This is the workout your body is missing. You don't realize just how tense your body is until you start doing JUST the warmup. I leave dead, miserable, and drenched in sweat....but eager to come back again. read more

Great space and great instructors! I didn't know that I could finish a 90 minute hot yoga class but Mike was super encouraging! Can't wait to come back to town to take another class. read more

I highly recommend this studio for hot yoga! The teachers are very friendly and they have created a beautiful, clean space. I love the hot Bikram style yoga with variations. read more

Keni was amazing! This was my first time visiting and I must say she made it a challenging yet pleasant class. I will be back and highly recommend taking her class. I will be back next Wednesday! read more

This studio is fantastic! I'd done some hot yoga before but never Bikram and I was definitely nervous. Turns out there was no need! The instructors were awesome and so good at explaining everything. It was hard but a very good workout. After only two weeks I've noticed a difference in my flexibility/ability which is huge for me. I mostly did their "hot quickie" class due to my work schedule- great class! Clean studio, parking, definitely will return! read more

I have been going to Yes Yoga for almost 3 months this year and I love it! The professionals are extremely qualified and are great people in general. I purchased the 10 class student pass and I couldn't be happier with it. It fits around my busy class schedule, I bike from campus when its not too cold, and when I want to bring a friend I can invite them to come with me to one of the free community classes. Marquela is the best!! Before college I preferred vinyasa (flow) hot yoga, but Bikrum has been my favorite work out ever. It's in the name, "Yes, Yoga" because when you are struggling with the difficult positions or the heat, or when you're preoccupied with something outside your practice, Bikrum teaches you to shut out all else, look at yourself in the mirror, and say yes. read more

Recently I visited New Orleans and got a chance to take classes at Yes Yoga. I'll say one word: Yes. Okay, I'll elaborate a bit... Everyone there was extremely welcoming and friendly from the moment I walked in! And my instructors really knew their stuff, which eased my transition into a new type of yoga practice. They tweak and explain and show and guide and suggest all in an exploratory, reach-for-it, challenging way. In other words they maintained the intensity I was looking for while remaining accessible to a newbie; I saw clear improvements in my balance and flexibility in the four classes I took, and in each next class was able to explore and accept new suggestions for "leveling up" my movements, which Yes was always there to provide. In two words: perfect pace. Doing a 1-week pass and deciding to practice throughout my trip made my New Orleans experience outside the studio a happier, more present one. So I appreciate Yes Yoga's openness to travelers. Cleanly kept studio & lockers + towel & mat provided + cold water filter to fill up before class = definite perks :) Thanks to the quality of their class I'll be looking for Bikram studios in my area when I return to Philadelphia. I just hope I can find one as good as Yes! read more

This place is great. And convenient to many of the (only) great places to go uptown. Yin is very relaxing and recommended.

Love love love love love! Absolutely highly recommend this spot! I really wanted to get back into yoga and all the instructors were extremely helpful, especially Aubrey. Highly highly recommend this spot! read more

The studio ambience has really improved since they removed the carpet. The room no longer smells bad. The vinyasa classes are really hit or miss, based on the instructor. There are a couple instructors who use sequences that are awkward and unpleasant. read more

if you are searching for a hardcore traditional bikram studio this is not it. They offer a few 90 min classes weekly. The last class I was in was a silent class and teacher played some music which was fun. I would consider buying a package here but unfortunately their class times are very limited. They need to make up their mind, either be a bikram studio or not. For everything else in between there are at least 10 other studios around. If they want to compete with the other Bikram studio in town then at least offer 1 full 90 min class at 6am everyday for those who like to practice before work. read more

Came to New Orleans to escape Miami during hurricane Irma. I was looking for a Bikram style studio and tried Yes Yoga. The studio is warm and welcoming, they have an awesome visitor package option ($50/ 5 days including mat and towel) and offer a variety of different style classes. I've done two classes with Nikki so far and she's been great! I will keep going as long as I'm in NOLA and highly recommend to anyone as their permanent or visiting studio. read more

Beautiful space in cute neighborhood. I took a bikrham class from Mike and loved it. I will definitely be back the class was intimate and challenging, but also personalized read more

I love this Yoga studio!!! The vibe is awesome, the space is awesome, the teachers and community are beyond awesome! I've practiced hot Yoga and vinyasa for over a decade now and consistently find new insight in the classes and feel supported and guided by the knowledge and clarity of the instructors. In addition to strengthening my practice, YES has also given me a real community of practitioners (and now friends!) to connect with. There's a real camaraderie here - free from competition or judgment. It's totally uplifting and keeps me coming back again and again. I can't recommend it enough!!! read more

I've been doing yoga for a long time, but needed a new place. Tried Yes yoga, and was really happy with the teacher, instruction, and space. Just the right amount of talk and support. Definitely recommend for all levels! read more

In town for just a couple days, and signed up for the two week pass as it was cost effective, great instructors!!

First time doing hot yoga and it was AWESOME! The teachers were so nice and their instruction was very clear to follow and catch my flow. Will come back all the time! read more

Love this studio. It's a beautiful, comfortable, welcoming space, and the teachers are fantastic. Prices are very competitive for this area and they offer lots of deals and specials. Can't recommend enough! read more