Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Hot Yoga Studio in NYC
Founded in 1999, Bode NYC pioneered hot yoga in New York City as the original Bikram Yoga studio. Our co-founders, Jen Lobo and Donna Rubin, brought their passion for the 26+2 Hot Yoga Series to Manhattan, establishing a community-driven practice that has since expanded to two locations. With instructors boasting decades of collective experience, we offer a diverse schedule of heated classes designed for all fitness levels, from foundational hot yoga to high-intensity interval training and restorative yin sessions.Our commitment to quality extends beyond physical practice through workshops, teacher certifications, and online resources that empower students to deepen their yoga journey. Over 25 years, we've cultivated a welcoming environment where physical transformation and mental clarity converge, serving thousands of New Yorkers through in-studio, live-stream, and on-demand formats.
Services
Original Hot Yoga
HIIT Training
Hot Vinyasa Flow
Hot Yin Yoga
Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25+ years pioneering hot yoga in New York City
- Instructors with decades of collective teaching experience
- Three access formats: in-studio, live-stream, and on-demand
- Diverse class offerings beyond traditional hot yoga
- Community-focused practice environment with expert guidance
What people say
Incredible instructors
Noticing physical difference
Welcoming environment
Community support
Mental clarity benefits
Services
Original Hot Yoga
The foundational 26+2 Hot Yoga Series combines 26 postures with two breathing exercises in a heated room. This structured practice builds full-body strength, improves flexibility, and enhances mental focus through consistent sequencing. Ideal for all levels, the 90-minute class provides comprehensive physical conditioning while promoting detoxification through perspiration.
Hot Interval Training
Combining high-intensity intervals with yoga in an infrared-heated room, this 60-minute workout tones muscles and burns fat. Low-impact movements protect joints while building core strength and cardiovascular endurance. The class integrates traditional yoga elements with modern fitness principles for efficient, balanced physical development.
Hot Vinyasa Flow
This dynamic 60-minute practice links yoga postures through fluid transitions set to music. Focusing on upper body strength and core stability, the heated session improves flexibility while building muscular endurance. The class balances physical challenge with mindful movement for practitioners at all experience levels.
Hot Yin Yoga
A 65-minute meditative practice featuring extended posture holds in a heated environment. This restorative class combines 55 minutes of yin postures with 10 minutes of guided meditation to release tension and promote deep relaxation. The session emphasizes connective tissue flexibility and mental rejuvenation through prolonged, supported poses.
Teacher Certification
Our 40-hour Yoga Alliance Certification program develops skilled yin instructors through comprehensive training. Participants learn Fascial-Yin methodology, teaching techniques, and practical applications for creating effective classes. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice to cultivate confident, knowledgeable yoga educators.
People
Jen Lobo
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Bode NYC since 1999, Jen Lobo pioneered New York's first hot yoga studio. With decades of experience, she established the studio's community-focused approach and commitment to authentic yoga practice.
Donna Rubin
Co-Founder
As co-founder, Donna Rubin brought her yoga expertise to Bode NYC's development. She helped shape the studio's instructional standards and continues teaching classes, sharing her 20+ years of experience with students.
Questions
What hot yoga styles do you offer?
We offer Original Hot Yoga (26+2 Series), Hot Vinyasa Flow, Hot Yin Yoga, and specialized classes like HIIT Training and Hot Pilates.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
Yes! Our Original Hot Yoga series welcomes all levels. Instructors provide modifications to accommodate new practitioners in every class.
What should I bring to class?
Bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and appropriate workout clothing. We offer complimentary mat rentals for first-time visitors.
Do you offer virtual classes?
Yes, we provide live-stream and on-demand options for all our classes through our mobile app and online platform.
What are your studio locations?
We have two Manhattan locations: Flatiron (182 Fifth Avenue) and Upper East Side (173 East 83rd Street).
Do you have workshops or special events?
Yes, we host posture clinics, themed workshops, and certification programs for both students and yoga instructors.
Reviews (7)
Love Wins
Apr 22, 2022
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Typical NYC yoga factory. Classes are hit or miss. Longtime Bikram practitioner here (over 20 yrs). Some teachers are great, some meh. The heat is also inconsistent, the small room is usually better temperature controlled - avoid the larger room if you like traditional Bikram temps bc its typically not hot enough. and on occasion i have not sweat there at all. I wish they did more 90 min Bikram classes, they are becoming harder and harder to find. The 60 minute series dilutes the medicine. Overall a solid go to for a drop in, and easy to book online.
Stacey N. Lacy
Mar 20, 2022
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It was a fantastic hot yoga studio, clean & hygienic. Kathleen was an excellent instructor. And it doesn't smell which is rare for a hot yoga studio. Much recommended.
Felicia Vaughn
Feb 07, 2022
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I absolutely love Ritual! The classes are all the same format, 50 minutes, starting with meditation, but they always challenge me and the poses and flows are unique each time. The instructors are all fantastic and encouraging and going to a Ritual class feels like doing something really nice for myself like getting a massage. I always feel calm, relaxed, and centered after. The facilities are great, clean, and organized and I like their online booking process as well. Definitely try it out if you like hot yoga!
Colie Oreilly
Nov 21, 2021
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Been practicing at the Uws for years but this studio is just as nice. Male locker rooms are more spacious and the neighborhood outside is a lot cooler!
Sheryl P. Ettinger
Oct 24, 2021
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I highly recommend this place for hot yoga. The class setup is very calming and bright, with a good amount of space. This is my first tryout and Mark, my yoga teacher, is very attentive and very helpful, kind, and his instructions are top-notch, easy, clear and precise, definitely very experienced and knows what he is doing. I am very impressed!
Leanne McDermott
Jul 23, 2021
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Unfortunately I had a circumstance come up where I got sick the night before a class but it was too late to cancel the class without losing it. The studio was extremely rude and not understanding at all of this case situation. I understand the policies they have in place for cancellations but this was a circumstance out of my control. Overall this place is not a very welcoming yoga studio and if you don't blend with the rest of the others the yoga teacher will call you out. I have never felt so judged and unwelcome in a yoga studio setting.
Lavish Nyc
Dec 10, 2020
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I went to a bikram/hot yoga class with Regina today. 75 min class. Intense but well worth it! Regina is attentive and ensures everyone is comfortable and effectively performing the yoga poses based on the individual level. I enjoyed the class very much! Make sure you are hydrated before, during and after. Ensure you bring more than a 16 oz water with you. This place offers mats and mat towels for rent but you can bring your own.
