Pure Hot Yoga St. Louis

"I’ve been coming to Pure Hot Yoga off and on for 12 years, but the past two years I’ve been really consistent. The staff are knowledgeable and PASSIONATE about this practice, their students, and creating an inclusive and compassionate community. The heat used to intimidate me and now I crave being in the hot room and I leave class feeling alive and invigorated. They have a variety of classes and you’ll be challenged whether you’re a beginner or have practiced for years. The lobby before and after class is the most supportive environment I’ve ever been in. The teachers aren’t only supportive of the students, but each other as well. 10/10 recommend PHYSTL."

"Pure Hot Yoga is the best in STL. Ellen and all the teachers and staff are welcoming, knowledgable and are a joy to take class from. The studio is hot and juicy and offers a great mix of classes, and I love that all levels are welcome. I've done some amazing 60 min yoga classes and a butt kicking hot pilates. I'll keep coming back."

"This is my all-time favorite yoga studio! I love the celebration of sweat and how comfortable they make each student feel, from first-timers to pros. It has such a great community feel and I always leave so happy that I came. Ellen is a goddess!"

"I cannot say enough positive things about this studio! Pure hot yoga benefits not only my physical well being but also my mental well being. This studio is incredibly welcoming with an amazing group of personable and knowledgeable instructors. The laid back vibe of this studio will make anyone feel welcome! I’ve brought many friends here for their first yoga class and every one of them went back. I’ve been going here for over a decade. I love this place so much that I always look forward to the days I get to go and I miss the hot room on the weeks I can’t make it in. If you are looking for a welcoming community and want to add a little heat to your yoga practice, Pure Hot Yoga is the place for you!"

"When you hear people talk about white people ruining yoga, I think this place could be an example of what they’re talking about. I took one class here in 2019. I still can’t erase the term “SWEAT-IQUETTE” from my memory, the instructor used it so many times telling folks to stop drinking water during a hot yoga class. I blacked out in the first twenty minutes of class; the instructor brought be two huge bottles of water and I stayed in class and kept going, and I really appreciate that she brought me the water, but don’t they see that their practice and policies completely lack compassion? Not letting people drink when they need to drink, losing their minds when people leave the room, like, what?? And I remember them selling extremely expensive clothes on the wall with their brand plastered on the front— the whole thing is so far removed from the principles and practice of yoga, and it’s just like any other toxic gym. You can find more authentic yoga practice on YouTube before going here. Two stars because the instructor bought me water and didn’t charge me for them, even though they were like $5 each. Please stop colonizing yoga."