What other services do you offer?
We offer a wide range of massage services, even facials in the Floating Lotus[link to Floating Lotus "About Us" page]. Come warm up in the yoga room, then get even deeper into your muscles with a massage from one of our experienced therapists.
Why is it hot?
The heat used in Bikram Yoga warms and loosens the muscles, promoting flexibility and preventing injury. The heat also causes capillaries to expand increasing blood-flow to muscle and organ tissue, aiding the flushing of metabolic wastes and toxins, and raising the heart rate-- making for a rigorous cardiovascular work-out. The heat creates an environment that cultivates mental determination and concentration.
What are the benefits of this practice?
This yoga will help you slim and shape your body, create balance, strength, and flexibility, as well as cardiovascular health, alleviate chronic pain, reduce stress, improve your mental focus, generally make you a happier and healthier person. Come discover how much your life can change when you commit to a regular practice.
Learn more about the benefits here [link to About the Yoga:Benefits].
How much does it cost?
We offer several packages to meet your needs. Bikram Yoga is designed as a daily practice. In this interest, we offer several unlimited monthly packages as low as $89/month. The more yoga you do, the cheaper it gets. Ask us to find out more about these rates.
For those of you who travel, or whose busy schedule prevents you from maintaining a regular practice, we also offer the option to pay by the class, again the more you do the cheaper it is.
Drop-In Class: $15
5 Classes: $65 ($13 per class)
10 Classes: $110 ($11 per class)
25 Classes: $250 ($10 per class)
We offer discounts for full time students and teachers, seniors and non-profit workers, as well as group rates on the unlimited plans for families.
What should I expect?
Expect to sweat. This class is challenging for everyone, you will be surrounded by people working just as hard as you towards their goals of self-improvement. Every class is the same 26 postures and two breathing exercises so you will find your understanding of the yoga and of your body will progress quickly.
For more on what to expect, click here.
What should I bring?
You will want a yoga mat, a towel, water, and some light clothing you feel comfortable sweating in. All of these things are available for sale or rent at the studio, or you may bring your own.
Come well hydrated, with an empty stomach, and an open mind.
How do I find you?
We are located on the northwest corner of Mission and 20th St on the second floor of the three story brick building. Come up to the second floor.
We are located on MUNI lines 14, 14L, 49, and are only 2 blocks from the 33. Also, we are halfway between 16th and 24th Street BART stations. We suggest walking from the 24th Street station for a more pleasant walk, or along the adjacent and lovely Valencia Street, but be careful you don't get caught up in the local shopping and make yourself late for class!
How often should I practice?
Bikram recommends that you should practice every day for your first two months to learn the yoga. In general, practice at least three times a week to see consistent progress.
Do I need to pre-register?
Nope. Just show up 20-30 minutes before your first class to get registered for the first time. You don't need to register ahead of time, but you must come early!
When are your classes?
We currently offer 39 Bikram's Beginning Yoga classes per week. Click here to go to our online scheduling system. (link to MindBody Online Schedule)
Do you have a class for beginners?
Bikram Yoga is designed with beginners in mind. You don't have to be young, thin, flexible or strong to practice this yoga. You practice the yoga to get that way.
Beginners are welcome to every class, the instructors are all trained to provide you with all of the instruction you need to get 100% benefit from your first class.
To find out how to get started, click here. (link to New to Our Studio)
