We help you burn a little brighter!
Our Introductory Offer is Just For You:
2 Weeks of In-studio, Rooftop + Online classes... All for only $89!
Ready to transform? We guarantee a regular yoga and pilates practice will change your life in the most amazing ways. Feeling a bit nervous or intimidated? No worries, many people feel that way initially — just don’t let it stop you from coming to class! At YO BK, every class is for all levels. With a bit of practice you’ll feel right at home, no matter where you are. Our experienced and dynamic instructors are there to help from your first class and each time you come back. We limit our class sizes to ensure you get all the attention you need to progress quickly. Our community will encourage you to exceed your goals and find a place where you belong, even in hustle and bustle of New York City.
From HIIT with weights to Yin style yoga, there’s a class style and focus waiting for you to enjoy!
FYI- Class sign up opens 7 days prior to each session. A best practice is to plan ahead but not more than 7 days out, so you can make the most of your experience!
Let’s make the most of your first visit, shall we?
Choose a time that’s convenient for you and sign up in advance. If you’re meeting us in person, show up 15 minutes early to meet the teacher. Wear clothes you are comfortable sweating in and bring a mat, towel and water. Not sure about safety? We got you - check out our Safety Plan so you know what to expect!
Prior to taking class, be sure to drink plenty of water. Proper hydration helps all your bodily systems and makes you feel more comfortable in the heat or wherever you are.
Our classes are for everyone, really! To quote Bishnu Ghosh, “it’s never too late, you’re never too old, you’re never too sick, to start again from scratch.” Come to class, and with the guidance of your teacher, simply approach every posture to the best of your ability and you will receive 100% benefit.
Don’t think you have to be in shape before taking a class! A regular practice will help you quickly gain strength and flexibility. You will feel challenged during class — everyone does. Always do your best and take breaks if you need to by sitting down. It’s normal, especially as beginners, to feel dizzy, nauseated or lightheaded. These sensations are temporary and will disappear as your body acclimates to working out in the heat.
During class nobody will judge you. The teacher will guide you with compassion and respect. There’s no need to be self conscious as everyone is focused on themselves.
Thinking about what happens after your first class? Yay! Can we see you again, soon?!
We recommend that you take your second class within 24 hours - seriously! We know you’re busy and life happens but the recommendation comes from years of building a thriving community of happy, healthy people.
Now, with classes that range from online, LIVE, on demand, outdoor and even open mat practice - there are so many ways to dive back in!
Most importantly, remember everyone had their first class. Experienced practitioners make it look easy because they persevered, and you can too!
You’re ready to rock! Get set. Schedule your first class now!
Your next steps are simple:
Pick a convenient class time.
Come take class as soon as you can.
Let us know any questions or how we can help make the most of your 1st experience. We can’t wait to meet you!
Here are some additional FAQs to help you make the most of your time:
What do I need?
yoga mat*
large towel*
drinking water*
light, fitted exercise clothing
*We have yoga mats, towels and water available to rent or purchase.
• Dress as if you were going to the beach – light, fitted exercise clothing work fine. Avoid baggy T-shirts and pants. A sleeveless top and shorts are best. Don’t worry about shoes – you’ll be doing your yoga barefoot.
• Avoid eating 2-3 hours before class – yoga is always best practiced on an empty stomach. Some people however need to have a little something in their belly (such as a piece of fruit or an energy bar). You’ll soon work out what works for you and what your body needs.
• Be well-hydrated! Drink lots of water before coming to class. We should be drinking 2 liters a day anyway, but on the days you do hot yoga you should drink 3-4 liters!
• Come with an open mind. Be ready to laugh a little, maybe cry a bit, and to sweat a lot!
How much water should I drink?
LOTS! You can lose several pounds of water during class. You should be drinking 1-2 liters per day, every day. On the days you practice hot yoga and pilates, you’ll need up to 3-4 liters.
How often should I practice?
As often as you can. “For great results, practice three times per week. For life changing results, practice six days per week”. One class is better than nothing. Six classes per week (with one day rest) are amazing.
Do I need to supplement my diet?
Everyone is different – it is a matter of listening to your body. If you’re feeling sluggish, dizzy or even nauseous during or after the class you may be dehydrated or mineral deficient. Make sure you are drinking plenty of water. You might also like to try some electrolytes for extra sodium and potassium that is lost via sweating.
Can I lose weight taking your classes?
YES! Whenever you are moving your body, you are burning calories. In a 90 minute hot yoga class you can burn between 350-500 calories. You’ll find as you feel better about your body, you’ll begin to make better food choices. Meanwhile, your cravings for sugar, salt and caffeine will decrease, and you’ll eat less junk – good news for your waistline! We have had several students each lose over 40 lbs!
Can I start right away?
YES! See our schedule. Our studio was built for beginners and experienced yogis alike! FYI- Class sign up opens 7 days prior to each session. A best practice is to plan ahead but not more than 7 days out, so you can make the most of your experience!
What are some of the benefits of Bikram Method and Inferno Hot Pilates?
Burns body fat and elevates your metabolism
Reduces stress
Increases flexibility
Builds strength and endurance
Increases muscle tone
Helps with back, neck, shoulder and knee pain
Improves quality of sleep
Improves your posture
Improves circulation
Reduces risk of injury
Raises energy level
Increases balance, coordination, focus and discipline
Improves healthy and balanced functioning of the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, digestive, respiratory, endocrine and nervous systems of the body
Strengthens the immune system
Why should I work out in the heat?
The heat does the following 6 things:
1. Enhances vasodilatation* so that more blood is delivered to the muscles.
2. Allows oxygen In the blood to detach from the hemoglobin more easily.**
3. Speeds up the breakdown of glucose and fatty acids.
4. Makes muscles more elastic, less susceptible to injury.
5. Elevates your metabolism and burns fat more easily.
6. Increases perspiration and therefore detoxification.
You are changing the construction of your body as you perform these postures. Think of it as a piece of steel. When the steel is hot it becomes soft. When the steel is cool, it is easier to break and does not bend as easily. The heat makes your body more malleable. Warm muscles are more elastic and less susceptible to injury. Warmer temperatures produce a fluid-like stretch that allows greater range of motion. Cold muscles don’t absorb shock or impact as well and aren’t stretched as well so they get injured more readily.
Additionally, the oxygen and blood exchange rate is more rapid so you are getting more oxygen to your tissues, and your heart is more efficient. It is clearing out the valves of the heart chambers. It helps to flush out the arteries. Sweating is important because it takes the majority of the workload off the kidneys and the liver allowing the skin, which is the largest organ of the body, to excrete toxins. It exfoliates the skin by ridding the dead skin cells, so your skin will become clearer.
The capillaries that weave around the muscles respond to the heat by dilating. This brings more oxygen to the muscles and helps in the removal of waste products such as carbon dioxide and lactic acid.
* When blood passes through warm muscles oxygen releases more easily from the hemoglobin. Blood passing through cold muscles releases less oxygen.
** Warm muscles burn fat more easily than cold ones. Fat is released during stress. The stress of intense exercise causes a deluge of fatty acids into the blood stream. If you exercise with cold muscles, the muscles cannot use the fatty acids, and the fatty acids end up in places where they aren’t wanted, such as the lining of the arteries.
NOTE: Muscles aren’t the only beneficiaries of heat. Higher temperatures improve the function of the nervous system, meaning that messages are carried more rapidly to and from the brain and spinal cord.
What health concerns do I need to look out for?
Always follow your doctor’s orders and consult with your doctor if you are on any medications or have any known health issues. Pay attention to your body during class, and if necessary, consult your doctor when your symptoms change.
Dizziness or nausea may occur during your class. If this happens, SIT DOWN and do not try to work through this! Usually it will pass in a few minutes. As you progress, these occurrences will disappear as your body adapts to the heat and your fitness improves.
