Bikram's Hot Yoga Bellevue

03/09/11

They all stink! I worry about fungus/ bbugs in all studios

by fava at Citysearch

Ah- the chances we take for optimum health! I love to hate Bikram, hate going in but feel so great afterward.

If only the studios had rubber floors that could be hosed down daily, it would be great. Some with a little texture so we didn't slip. Rugs are crazy really- all the filth they hold-ew!

I've had 4 instructors so far. The one on Saturday was the best. Tuesday's instructor kept telling us to "clear our minds" while she proceeded to tell us about her car problems and being late to work- shut the F up! How can we clear our minds when you are yammering away?

I know Bikram yoga instructors have to talk us through every movement as a rule but while we are chilling, can you just shut up? Very irritating! The yoga instructor today was very good as well, she stopped talking when she didn't have to give us instructions- that's much better. I don't want to hear about your car or your problems, just instruct, go have a beer later with your friends and tell them about your problems okay?

12/17/10

groupon

by daniellen at Citysearch

Bad Studio

Old smelly carpet that they force you to use instead of your mat in the standing series. That would be fine if the flooring was not stained and disgusting

Owner is rude and therefore most of her instructors are rude and stand at the top of the class and yell orders. Not a great environment. Maggie is great; hopefully she finds another studio to teach at.

I bought this with groupon. The owner gave back my money, which was nice. Glad I don’t have to go back

12/16/10

LOL

by sgauphin at Citysearch

So. Everyone should know that there is a poster in the womens change area asking people to write a good review and in return they will be put into a draw for prizes!!

So yelp is included in that.

I have been to a couple studios around the country and this one is not great. It does smell and most of the instructors are not friendly or experienced.

11/14/10

Worst hot yoga experience I have ever had.

by tjBellevue at Citysearch

I wrote an email to the manager of Bikram's Hot Yoga, about my experience. Copy of the email is below. I requested a response to the email within 24 hours. I did not hear from the company, so I decided to call on 11/11/2010. Manager was rude and a little snippy, and said we don't give refunds, you are more than welcome to come back.

I told her I am willing to pay for the class, but I would like the reminder of the money to be refunded back, and she still said no. Now I am disputing the charge on my credit card.

This is my second time attending a hot yoga class.

The Bikram's Hot Yoga Bellevue is in a business park, and the studio as a mildew like odor and very slippery carpet in hot yoga.

I have a question, why is there carpet in hot yoga?

Email sent on 11/10/2010

To whom this may concern,

Yesterday (11/9/2010) I paid for 5 session package. While in the 8:30pm class, I began slipping on the carpet, as result to the slipping and trying to maintain my balance I pulled a muscle in my ankle. My ankle did swell up a little, and shortly after I left the class to go home. I was very unhappy with the instructor demeanor and her lack of understanding when I tried to make modifications to keep from slipping. Her reply was "Well, everyone is slipping".

I came to yoga to relax and distress, but when I left I was upset and really annoyed with the instructor.

At this point there is nothing you or the company can do, I have already made up my mind I no longer want to attend any classes at your studio. I just would like a refund.

Please respond within 24 hours.

Thank you,

11/03/10

This is the only Yoga you need!

by cherrieleelee at Citysearch

I started about 8 years ago after I had my second child, I have lost about 40 lbs since then. The magic is I can still maintain the lighter weight for years. I have been practicing this Bikram Yoga for about 3-4 times a week for the past several years and I love it! My motivation is I rather visit this Yoga studio and practicing Yoga than going to the doctor's office to maintain good health and balance. Bellevue Bikram studio is the best and offers the most classes in town to fit my busy schedule.