How does hot yoga work?
Hot yoga has come a long way from just being the sweatiest way to touch your toes.
At True Hot Yoga, we call it the ultimate multitasker: building strength, burning calories, and melting stress—all in one 90-degree room. Whether you're flowing through a True Hot Yoga class or simply showing up to move, you're not just stretching—you're getting strong.
Hot yoga taps nearly every muscle, especially the go-to toning zones: glutes, core, shoulders, and arms. And yes, it totally holds its own against a gym sesh. (We tested it. We were sore.)
The heat turns up the intensity and deepens your movement, giving you a full-body cardio-meets-strength workout with a side of zen.
A Quick Hot Yoga History
Back in the '70s, Bikram Choudhury cranked up the heat and gave the world a new take on yoga: steamy, sweaty, and structured. What started with a set series has evolved into a wide world of hot flows, power sequences, and sculpt-style classes. It's fitness, mindfulness, and glow-up goals all rolled into one.
What to Expect in Class
Picture this: a heated room (90 to 108°F), mats lined up like yoga dominoes, and a whole lot of good energy. Instructors guide while you move, sweat, and maybe wonder why you didn’t bring an extra towel. Expect either a set sequence or a creative flow—plus that satisfying cooldown that feels like a reward.
Picking Your Perfect Class
Want to raise your heart rate and leave drenched? Vinyasa is your jam. Looking for something more mellow but still magical? Try a restorative or yin class. Whatever your vibe, there’s a version of True Hot Yoga to match.
Pro Tips for First-Timers
Hydrate like it’s your job. Bring all the towels. Eat something light. Rest when you need to. And if you’re new to yoga, review a few basic poses ahead of time so you can feel confident (and less like a pretzel).
Why True Hot Yoga?
Since 2005, we’ve been Scottsdale’s original hot yoga studio. Our spaces feature modern heating and humidifying systems, anti-bacterial flooring, dreamy showers, and a retail boutique stocked with yoga gear and small-batch, USA-made goodies.
Our vibe?
Clean, safe, and welcoming. We use no-touch check-in, deep clean daily, and disinfect our hot rooms after every class. Come for the sweat, stay for the community.
Ready to Start Your Hot Yoga Journey? At True Hot Yoga, we’ve been serving the Scottsdale and Glendale communities for over 15 years. Our studios offer a tight-knit community vibe you won’t find in luxury gyms. Whether you’re looking to de-stress or boost your fitness routine, we’ve got you covered.
We have locations in North Scottsdale and Arrowhead Ranch. Book your first class on our website at www.truehotyoga.com or on the True Hot Yoga app. New students can take advantage of our 3-for-$33 special! Establishing a routine that works for you is the best way to enjoy the benefits of hot yoga. Join us today and experience the transformative power of True Hot Yoga.