Yoga Factory Pittsburgh - Squirrel Hill

"The yoga instructors are very friendly and most importantly knowledgeable, so you will always learn something new from them -- whether or not you're a newbie or a 10 year practitioner."

"Yoga Factory makes my life better. The meditative aspect brings me closer to myself every time I practice. The teachers are wonderful and supportive."

"One class got me hooked. Today I did my second and can’t wait to come again! Loved the blonde with short hair, can’t remember her name but absolutely loved her fusion class! Great workout & sweat session!"

"*Edited Review* Here is the ClassPass description: Traditional Hot Yoga. Concentrating on breath and stillness, this series incorporates 26 traditional yoga postures and 2 breathing exercises in a room heated to 105 degrees. Often referred to as the 26 and 2, this class focuses the mind and opens the body. Beginner Friendly! While Hot Yoga is challenging, it is accessible to all ages and all ability levels. The heat in the room helps the body access postures while relieving stress and pain from the body. So actually, no--nothing is "very thoroughly explained." The snappiness and short-temperedness you see in the owner's response is the exact vibe of the class. To say I am disappointed in this studio is an understatement. Also, I do hot yoga at Yoga Flow in Shadyside regularly, so I do not have a "personal problem" with this style but rather a personal problem with this studio's management! One star! Original Review (Two Stars): This class was very misleading if you do not know what Bikram yoga is or who Bikram Choudhury is (the founder of Bikram yoga who was known for his abrasive teaching style). This class was advertised as beginner friendly and it simply was not. The instructor did not stand in front of the class demonstrating the poses, but instead stood behind us on a podium and gave verbal commands throughout the class. If it were not for a seasoned student in front of me, I would have had no idea what to do. I also found the instructor to be condescending, telling us to "use our listening ears" and pointing out every person's flaw/using their name. It was impossible to take a break and breathe without being called out. I felt like I was discouraged to listen to my body and stop if needed. Overall, I did not enjoy my experience and will not be returning. However, if you enjoy the abrasive teaching style that Bikram is known for, then definitely give this a try."

"The yoga factory provides the yoga experience I have been searching for. It is both serious and fullfilling. Each instructor is professional and dedicated to thier practice. I greatly appreciate that the class schedule states if there will be music. I do not like music while I practice. Because the yoga factory informs me of which classes will be playing music, i know which classes to avoid. Additionally the amenities are clean and well maintained. I am so happy to have found the yoga factory!"