FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

See our "New Students" page to prepare you for your Alchemy hot yoga classes.

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We hate to say it depends, but it depends on various factors including your fitness level, your experience of yoga, and your experience with hot yoga specifically. We say that all Alchemy Hot Yoga classes are for everyone - regardless of fitness level or flexibility - however, we do know that each class and teacher is different. So finding the right class for you may require you to try several different classes, and to ask your friends and teachers for additional recommendations.

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Generally, though, we recommend the following to our beginners so you can get a feel for the heat without moving too vigorously.

• Hot Slow Flow & Deep Stretch - This class is a slower-paced vinyasa (moving from one pose to another in a sequence) that focuses on the proper alignment of each pose and the use of breath. This class is specifically designed with the beginner yogi in mind. This is a 75-minute class and is offered on Thursdays at 7:00pm

• Restorative Yoga & Guided Meditation - The main focus of Restorative Yoga is to relax in poses, with the aid of props, without strain or pain, to achieve physical, mental and emotional relaxation. This class is non-heated. This is a 75-minute class and is offered on Thursdays at 7:00pm

• Hot Slow Flow - This class is slower-paced than our standard Vinyasa classes. By holding poses for a longer count, the focus is on strength and balance. You can find Hot Slow Flow offered multiple times throughout the week. It is a 60-minute class.

• Hot Vinyasa Express - Our express classes are 45 minutes, letting you get your workout in a shorter time. The flows are typically fast-paced, but with less time in the heat, this can be a good class for new students who have taken yoga before but have not taken hot yoga.

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As always, do what works best for you! So try out a few classes, and we bet you will quickly find a few favorites.

See the Alchemy Hot Yoga class schedule here.

During our busy classes, the yoga studio can be full. We support 5 x 7 rows in the yoga room to accommodate everyone.

Please be courteous of others and use this layout when selecting a place for your mat.

No. Please bring water, yoga mat, and towels to class.

We have a limited supply available to rent at $2 each. Ask the yoga teacher if you need to use one.

We suggest you hydrate well before class and bring water with you to class. For your comfort in the studio, we recommend bringing the following items with you:

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• Yoga mat.*

• Full length, absorbent, non-slip, hot yoga towel to place on the mat.*

• Hand towel for toweling off during exertion.

• Water bottle with iced water.

Remember that the hot yoga classes are held in a 103°degree room - you will sweat! You will be glad you brought both a yoga towel and a hand towel.

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We have cubbies for you to leave your shoes**, coats, keys, and other personal belongings in during class. For your protection, we lock the studio when classes are in session.

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*We have a limited supply of towels and mats available for a $2 rental fee.​

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** Shoes are not allowed in the yoga room.

Avoid baggy tops that can ride up and move around too much - they will quickly become a distraction. You will be bending, twisting, and turning yourself upside down, so tight-fitting, moisture-wicking clothing will provide you with the most comfort. Yoga clothes are designed with a purpose, and they will provide you with the comfort and coverage you will want in the class.

Most students find full-length tights most comfortable as they not only absorb the sweat but also prevent slipping in moves where you need to press your arms/legs into each other. (Think tree pose or crow pose.) However, capri pants and shorts are perfect options. Wear what works best for you.

Your clothes will be soaked with sweat, so be wary of ‘see-through’ colors that look great dry, but can be revealing when wet.

There are ample free parking spaces in the lot in front of our Alchemy studio. You can park in any spots that do not have signage indicating they are reserved for other businesses.

If there are numbers painted on the curb, the spaces are reserved for other businesses. Please do not park there, as you may be towed.

See “Alchemy Hot Yoga Class Descriptions” for a full list of our class offerings. Also, talk to any of our teachers for their recommendations.

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Children aged 14 - 16 can attend hot yoga classes with a parent.

Teens 16 + are welcome to attend hot yoga classes on their own.

No children under the age of 14 can attend hot yoga.

We do have some workshops designed specifically for children, so check our workshop page for special offerings throughout the year.

See Alchemy Hot Yoga Team to find out more about all of our special Alchemy Hot Yoga teachers.

Yes. Restorative Yoga and Guided Meditation at 7:00pm every Wednesday.

All of our hot yoga classes end with our teachers handing out a nice, cold, lavender-infused towel to all the students who want one.* When your face is beet red after sweating it out for close to an hour, and you lie back in Savasana, you will find there is nothing more comforting than a cool, scented cloth. Lavender is one of the most commonly used aromatherapy scents in yoga. Lavender not only smells great, but it is believed to promote calmness and wellness, and to help reduce stress and anxiety. Place the towel on your forehead, across your chest, or at the nape of your neck as you surrender to your mat. Inhaling the light scent of lavender after your yoga practice brings a sense of peace and calm you can carry with you into your day. *Yoga students have the option to discreetly decline the cool towel.

We don't use any industrial-strength cleaners or harsh chemicals in our hot yoga studio. We use only eco-friendly cleaners and essential oils, and sometimes we light scented candles, to evoke feelings of tranquility and peace as soon as you walk into our hot yoga studio. You may see some of our teachers walking through the studio carrying a Palo Santo incense stick, known for clearing negative energy and restoring tranquility and calm emotions, prior to and after classes. We hope you enjoy the subtle fragrances that say, "Welcome to Alchemy Hot Yoga!"

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* If you have a sensitivity to perfumes and scents, contact the studio prior to attending a class.