My wife loves going to the yoga classes offered. Her favorite class is gentle yoga and always looks…read moreforward to the next class. The instructors are wonderful and welcoming. They offer a package for first time customers to check out many classes for the first month and she signed up right away.

I have been wanting to try Yoga for a long time, but after starting a family, I barely had any…read moretime! Now that my kids are a little bit older, I saw that my town had a Yoga studio that had opened recently (I think!) so I found a great deal, a month pass for $30.00, I figured I could give it a few tries before making a commitment. The studio is amazingly beautiful, the ceiling was wood planked, the entrance to the floor is so simple but yet so chic. The building is dark with light wood accents, I love it! Lots of parking too! My first day was yesterday, the instructor, Shawn was soo nice. He hugged me instead of shaking my hand, he was soo welcoming! I told him I was a beginner and that this is my 1st time doing Yoga, EVER. He made me feel very welcome, told me I was free to go at my own pace and no need to over exert myself on my first day. I felt nervous because you cant help but feel self conscious but everyone there was so nice, they smiled and said hi (hello Seattle freeze? haha) the class was easy. Some parts were hard - I was definitely a beginner I already signed up for my next few days.

After years of healing the trauma of a car accident and several surgeries, I was very self…read moreconscious going to a yoga class. Spark is the most welcoming and calming place. Did a yoga class and then a sound bath. I have never felt better! I can't wait to go back and feel my body progress and strengthen!!

Do not sign a contract with Spark. Their costumer service is horrible they are not helpful and…read moreblatantly disregard you after they get your money. I had a medical issue and my doctor recommended to stop hot yoga . I emailed them and told them I have to cancel my membership based on this. They didn't ask how I was only that I didn't call in time so they would be charging me again. They"cancelled" my contract, but then charged me again in August. I wrote another email and they said they would refund. Now this morning I got charged once again! Now, I still have been charged 3 months and still no resolution. It would've been easy to pick up the phone and have a human conversation. I'm sick and tired and they keep taking advantage of me. Think twice before deciding to come here!

It's been a very long time since I had a gym membership. My wife signed us up for Hot Worx before…read moreit was even built. It seemed like something different and I had not heard of Hot Worx. I'm sure glad she did it. First and foremost we can embark on this fitness journey together. The rest is the concept of exercising in a hot sauna might be beneficial. I went to my orientation and got my iPhone set up with the apps. The employee who took me through was a gem. She seemed knowledgeable and passionate about what they do there. The dependence on my phone as I exercise is not my favorite but it's necessary and I understand that. Technology is interwoven into everything we do anyway. I like how clean it is inside and it's all brand new. They require you to purchase their mat and exercise towel and they're the only mats allowed. Also get yourselves a pedicure because no shoes and socks in the saunas except for cycle and rowing. There are many programs to take advantage of. All of them are inside a sauna with the exception of the free weight section. There is cycling, yoga, stretching, rowing etc. the list is online. It's all led by virtual instructors. Again you will need your cell phone to start and track all your programs. For my first try I did the cycle workout. It's only 15 minutes but it was intense. Especially in a wooden box at 125 degrees. I thought I would have a problem breathing hot air but it didn't really affect me. I've been in saunas with the hot rocks and water bucket and it's hard to breathe. The saunas at Hot Worx are infrared so maybe that's why. I also did the Hot Barre None program and that kicked my butt big time. Every movement was precise and isolated muscles. I was wiped out after 40 minutes. You schedule your sessions through the app. It lets you see if anyone is in the time slots you want (max of 3) so you can decide if you want in with others or not. Personally I think three might too many for some of the saunas like the Hot Barre None. I was in there by myself. With two others it might seem claustrophobic. The place is open 24/7 and there's a second app you use to unlock the door. Staff is there during the day certain hours but mostly its just the patrons. Today I was in there with all women. I didn't see a man anywhere unless I looked in a mirror. I'm sure I forgot some features but I'll leave up to you dear reader to go on down to Hot Worx and find out for yourself. If you see a sweaty red faced middle aged man about to keel over it's probably me. Happy exercising!

Pros: - You can select the temperature of the saunas…read more- Virtual instructors lead the workout so you never feel on the spot - You can cross train using different workouts - Free weights are available (but in a small area and they are NOT allowed in sauna) - 24/7 access using an app and there are two panic-button necklaces for safety if you are alone in the studio - The video reminds you to clean the equipment and wipes are provided - Staff is very friendly and I have seen them cleaning often when I am in the studio during day time hours Cons: - Other people can book the sauna at the same time with you. I dislike this for many reasons. 1. I use this method of workout to reduce human interaction. 2. If I decide to relax and use it truly as a sauna or meditate, I cannot. Or other times I do my own workout - which I can't when someone else is there. 3. The sauna is just too small to fit three people. 4. Plus this requires a compromise on the setting of the sauna temperature.... I wish you could block the time out and if you choose to, "invite" others to your work out session - You can't stretch out from one end of the sauna to the other - Lack of variety of the same classes (the same workouts repeat over and over again) - You are required to buy products to support the sauna (mat, towel, bands) for ISO workouts ($$$ upfront) - Certain workouts aren't available during times that are convenient (for example if I can only workout M-F at 4:30AM - only 4 of the 9 ISO workouts are available). - You must use the App to track your progress *and there are glitches at times

I cannot speak for the therapist, but the billing clerk was why I'll pass on this place…read more I filled out my paperwork and shared that I would be happy to pay cash since I did not have my claim information available. She said no problem. Then I'm taken back to a massage room by a billing clerk that is visibly frustrated with not having my information available. After 3-4 minutes of snarky remarks about how she needs exact information, I reminded her I offered to pay cash in advance, but at that point her tone was so unfriendly I decided to leave. As I announced I was leaving, she said "Good!". Strange situation, but whatever.

Matt Hubbard is amazing! He got me right at the get go. He just feels and knows things. Go see him!read more

Loving the sweat, loving the burn, loving the ease of booking sessions. Definitely seeing and…read morefeeling the benefits of infrared with my chronic aches and pains, and my skin has a new glow! Staff is so friendly and helpful, shout out to Lynette for the tour, info, and always being ready to answer questions. So many workouts to choose from, cycle, row machine, bands, and free form - all available 24/7. More than just a workout - it's therapeutic!

Hot stretch was a great class on my first day. I feel refreshed and would recommend HOTWORX to all…read moreof my friends!

Carly is an amazing teacher and has sparked my newfound love for yoga! I came to her completely…read moreunfit and not flexible at all after having two kids and not doing any consistent work out in years. I had several injuries that she said were no problem to work around. I was very scared for our first class, especially since it was in public at a park! But Carly has such a calm demeanor she put me at ease. She is one of those rare teachers that meets you where you are; she knows when to give pointers and when to just let you do your best at attempting new poses. She is always very responsive with any questions or concerns. Even though she is SO knowledgeable about the body and yoga she finds a way to explain things in a way that makes sense. She also gives you explanations that put into context what you are doing and why. She challenges me every time, but is understanding and flexible with my limitations. I cannot recommend Carly and Catalyst Yoga enough! If you are interested in trying yoga, no matter your past experience, Carly has a ton to offer as a teacher and role model.

I love kayaking and I love yoga! I have attended yoga classes on land at the YMCA and I kayak in…read moreLake Stevens often. When I heard about standup paddle board yoga class in Lake Stevens, I had to check it out. Yoga on land is fine. But standing up, on a paddle board, in Lake Stevens, doing yoga stretches, is a lot harder but well worth it! I fell in the lake but Carla was very patient with helping me get back on the board. I'm glad I did! It was awesome! It was a perfect summer day for this class and very relaxing on the lake. If you want to challenge your yoga practice, this class will provide that. But even if you don't practice yoga, maybe you just enjoy standup paddle board or kayak, this class will add an fun and interesting layer to your aquatic adventures.