On June 15th, 2021, Hot 8 San Jose opened its doors to the public. This hot yoga studio is located on Santana Row, by Pressed Juicery and across from Soul Cycle. I was so excited that they opened this location. I even attended their first class, Hot Power Fusion. Read my thoughts on Hot Yoga Santana Row!
Hot 8 Yoga Class Styles
Yoga Barre is a fusion of yoga and barre. It is a high-energy class that is great for toning. This class helps open the hips and pelvis region. This is an advanced class.
Yoga Sculpt is a fusion of yoga and free weights. It is a high-energy class, great for cardio. This reminds me of a Bootcamp class. It is pretty hard but a great workout. This is an advanced class.
Power is a traditional vinyasa-style yoga class with chaturangas, arm balances, deep twists, and more. This style allows teachers to be creative with their practice. This class is for anyone from beginners to master yogis.
Hot Power Fusion is a condensed fusion of traditional Bikram-style yoga. Many of the poses are similar to Bikram, and there are no chaturangas. I would recommend this class to beginners.
Power 1 is another beginner-friendly class. Power 1 focuses on alignment and breath to movement. The temperature of this class is lower to help students adjust to the heat.
Yin is one of my favorite classes because it is so relaxing. Yin focuses on deep, relaxed stretches and breathing. All yin classes are practiced seated or lying down.
How Hot is Hot 8 Yoga?
Okay, you will sweat—a LOT. I use two dry face towels to wipe myself off throughout class. The studio does provide face towels and shower towels. They do not offer yoga mat towels though, here is my favorite mat towel. Hot 8 Yoga is much more desirable than other studios where I’ve practiced. The last time I was in class, it got up to 113° Fahrenheit! The typical classes range from 103°-108°, the heating system used controls humidity and C02. The heating system also has UV-C lights proven to kill 99.98% of airborne bacteria and viruses, including COVID-19. The floor is antibacterial as well.
What To Bring To Santana Row Hot Yoga
- A yoga mat, this one by Manuka, is my favorite.
- A yoga mat towel, I love the Jade yoga towel. Amazon has an affordable option as well.
- A water bottle, my favorite, is here because it keeps ice cold.
Hot 8 Yoga has nice showers, and they provide toiletries, towels, and hairdryers as well. They also offer refreshing cold eucalyptus towels after class. This is one of my favorite parts of the class.
What to Wear to Santana Row Hot Yoga
- These leggings from Amazon are BETTER than Lululemon leggings. They’re also under $30.
- A sports bra, my favorite, comes from Lululemon.
- I like to wear a tank top–most people practice in a sports bra. One I like is here.
Hot 8 Yoga has been my light at the end of the tunnel after the pandemic. I try and practice four days a week. After class, I always feel refreshed, calm, and reenergized. I’m genuinely grateful that this studio opened.
Have you tried hot yoga? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this yoga style below!
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