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October 2023 by Shannon Bergman
Friendly, helpful — sticks to the Bikram’s protocol. The teachers are knowledgeable and the studio is immaculate. Can’t stress how good the overall experience is. I drive 1/2 hour there and back just so I can go to this particular studio. Also, all levels are welcome. There isn’t a sense of competition. It’s all about where you are in your practice.
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October 2023 by Orisa Coombs
the studio is carpeted which i believe is absolutely disgusting for a place where people are dripping with sweat. It smells exactly as bad as you would expect it to. The instructors are also non stop shouting for you to go deeper in the pose, which made it impossible for me to actually focus inwardly and achieve what they are asking. If you are new they will also single you out for the entire class. It feels like public humiliation as they stand at the front of the class and tell everyone what you specifically are doing wrong, instead of the discrete adjustments you get at a typical vinyasa type studio. To make things worse, the instructor mispronounced my name the entire time. Horrible to be consistently singled out, horrendous to have my name butchered while they do it. And it’s not just one comment per pose, the instructor will hyperfocus on you until you change to their satisfaction or time for the pose has run out. They don’t help you get the pose right either, so it’s not a good environment to learn or improve, just shame. The adjustment they asked me to make, locking my knee, is also not possible for my body as i have a knee issue, and when i tried to let the instructor know this so I could stop being yelled at, I was told to “shut your mouth” since the focus is on breathing through the nose. Overall terrible experience, I only used 3 of the 8 classes on my groupon because I left infuriated every time. This studio definitely carries on the abusive traditions of Bikram himself.
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October 2023 by Kyle Serbousek
Original structured Bikram. Helpful instructors who care if your doing it right. Good workout to greatly improve physical and mental health. Pretty well cared for and nice facilities.
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June 2023 by John C.
I went here a few years ago before the pandemic. They have since then moved across parking lot. I will say among the 3-4 bikram yoga places I've visited in sj area / east bay this was the cleanest.I stopped by a few weeks ago to check out the new location. While the sign says in big letters WE'RE OPEN, there's no one there. Call, leave a message inquiring- no response. So, from a customer service perspective don't expect much.I'm contemplating coming back another day, but if they're so busy or lazy to return a call I'm not sure if it's worth it...I will repeat when I was a member a few years ago it was a good facility (hence at least 3 stars), but the lack of any signage indicating hours or maybe not to expect anybody during business hours is annoying.
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June 2023 by Madison Holley
Nothing going on here is OK. From the damp, stinking carpet, to the insistence on locking out your joints, to the visible pictures of known abuser Bikram still on the walls. Stay away. One star just for the friendly staff and students, who seem oblivious to the real purpose of yoga.
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April 2023 by Shab F.
BYSJ is quite literally my home away from home. I am so grateful it exists and that I found this practice many years ago. It's a true gift and gem.
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November 2022 by Jeff Martin
A simply amazing studio! I have practiced for many years and I have practiced at many different studios. BYSJ is a meticulous combination of passionate, well trained Bikram instructors, a precisely cleaned and prepared studio environment creating a atmosphere for self growth, exploration, and life improvement. Bravo BYSJ. It is an honor and privilege to practice at this studio.
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October 2022 by Julia S
I came at 11:59 and they shut the door on my face. The class didn't even start yet, I could see it. I understand that being late can be disturbing but I wasn't late. I have have been practicing Bikram in New York, San Diego and understand the rules, but this is too extreme.
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October 2022 by Ting Niu
Teachers are all good, we’ll instructed classes, nice amenities. If you come here often you feel you are part of the community. Highly recommend to anyone interested in bikram yoga.
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September 2022 by cassandra kitty
Great Real Bikram Authorized Yoga...full 90 minute Bikram Yoga. Beautiful, Clean, Sanitary, New Beautiful Birkram Yoga Studio Space, Showers, Self Lock Lockers, Great Professional and Very Nice Staff, Secure and Safe Area in a nice upscale part of town...Closer to Saratoga (1/2 mile from Prospect High School in Saratoga). Located in Westgate West Shopping Center which also has Trader Joe's and is across from Taco Bell.
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June 2022 by Ling L.
This place has been charging me monthly even I called to cancelled membership. It's really bad. If you ever need to cancel membership please check your credit card it continues to charge.
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May 2022 by Natalia Rodionova
I’m a mom of 3 little kids, and this class was the only thing where i can spend time with myself. But they ruined my experience today. I was just 2 minutes late because my older didn’t want me to go, so I have to console him first. They didn’t let me in because their policy - how can they bring happiness in peoples life…
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April 2022 by Leslie Schultz
Love this place!!! The people are so friendly and welcoming. The classes are intense but you can go at your own pace. This is not just a yoga class. The classes combine yoga with a bit of cardio and a core workout. The facility is new. They provide water, mats, and towels. The best part is at the end where a cold eucalyptus infused towel is placed on your eyes as you are in
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April 2022 by Kristen Clark
I loved loved the class with Siana. Her energy was inspirational. I felt very appreciative of all of the variations and levels to choose from. Whether you're advanced or not you can be in class and flow with it. I also loved Ann's adjustments as well. Great vibes. I'm definitely coming back.
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March 2022 by sandra kim
Great Real Bikram Authorized Yoga...full 90 minute Bikram Yoga. Beautiful, Clean, Sanitary, New Beautiful Birkram Yoga Studio Space, Showers, Self Lock Lockers, Great Professional and Very Nice Staff, Secure and Safe Area in a nice upscale part of town...Closer to Saratoga (1/2 mile from Prospect High School in Saratoga). Located in Westgate West Shopping Center which also has Trader Joe's and is across from Taco Bell.