Testimonials

I wanted to first thank you. Upon moving back from college, I found it difficult to find a yoga studio in Northern NJ that would provide me both the challenging yoga classes and the encouraging instructors that would push, but also connect with their students. I have left every class feeling energized and thoroughly grateful. Your instructors are not only encouraging, but they are also aware of how each pose/sequence can change you - I only hope to be able to apply that working knowledge if I ever pursue teaching myself.

Thanks so much for the reply. You guys are really terrific.

Yesterday I attended the evolution class in Haledon with a new teacher (I’m sorry I forget her name—I don’ think she teaches a lot) and at first I wasn’t sure (more because I hate change…) and when I opened myself up to a new experience and teacher she was absolutely wonderful. It was one of my best classes—her cues were great throughout especially around breathing and using our breath. I learned a lot. It was a big class and she handled it beautifully and really kept the energy positive.

Have a great day.

I often wonder if more men knew about the yoga; if it could be somehow be communicated; a story like mine. I was you typical doughy 50 year old, and a year later, I have a 30″ waist, and more important, not one ache or pain! I’m not a runner, but I couldnt make class this morning and instead went out and ran 4 miles, and wasn’t even breathing heavy. I’m also a retired jumper rider, and last Saturday, after class, for the first time in a long while, went to my old barn and road a thoroughbred. Instead of being a “sack of potatoes” up there, I locked in, legs tight, like I’d been in training for six months. That speaks to the conditioning that the… Hot Yoga …achieves. Its crazy!

David S.

I often wonder if more men knew about the yoga; if it could be somehow be communicated; a

story like mine. I was you typical doughy 50 year old, and a year later,

I have a 30" waist, and more important, not one ache or pain!

I'm not a runner, but I couldnt make class this morning and instead went out and

ran 4 miles, and wasn't even breathing heavy. I'm also a retired jumper rider,

and last Saturday, after class, for the first time in a long while,

went to my old barn and road a thoroughbred. Instead of being a "sack of potatoes"

up there, I locked in, legs tight, like I'd been in training for six months.

That speaks to the conditioning that the Bikram achieves. Its crazy!

I registered at Hot Yoga in January as part of a New Year’s resolution and at the encouragement of my friend and co-worker.

I’ve taken many classes since then, attempting three a week. I go to either the Westwood or North Haledon location since one is closer to work, and one is closer to home.

The two studios I frequent are clean, bright and welcoming. I do my best to be a “responsible practitioner” by attending as many classes as I can, and your business gives me no reason to make excuses to fail.

I look forward to many years as a Hot Yoga student!

Thank you.

Before I started Bikram hot yoga I was overweight and very unhealthy, my knees and shoulders hurt all the time. Since coming to hot yoga NJ in Westwood, NJ. I have gone from 263 to 213. My blood pressure and cholesterol levels are down. I have more energy, sleep better at night and I am more relaxed at work. My knees and shoulder stopped hurting after the first Week!!I’ll let you decide with some before and after pictures. (see attached pictures)The Hot Yoga works and the studio is great!!

Thanks,
Jamie Alvarez

What is better than sharing your studio? We love hot yoga and the FANTASTIC teachers!

Its been really great !

Thanks!

Love

Your enthusiasm comes through in the energy you both bring to class. Also, the teachers you have hired are all excellent. Everyone's cueing is right on, helping students feel balanced and centered in their postures. I thank you for that! <?xml:namespace prefix = o />

Hi Hot Yoga NJ,
I am a student at your studio and am currently in Nice, France for the month, where I just took my first Bikram class at Bikram Yoga Nice. The instructor complimented me on my practice, but I could only think of how far I've come because of my talented instructors. So, I just wanted to thank you for your amazing teaching! I appreciate it more than you know.

A bientot!

Best

Thank you all very much for all of your kindness and support during your Hot Yoga and Bikram classes. I am grateful for all of your patience, expertise, assistance into poses, and encouraging words.I’m 56 years old and a bit stubborn when it comes to losing weight and being mindful of what food I eat. About two months ago, my cardiologist advised me to lose weight when I was at 271 lbs and had a history of high blood pressure (definitely not the first time I’ve been told this). My first reaction was to dismiss the idea, but then a friend told me to try Hot Yoga and Bikram at your studio. My first class was on February 8th and nearly impossible for me to get through; I spent 80% of the time laying down on the mat. Since then, I have attended classes 3-4 times a week and I am able to participate in 80% of the class now due to all of your uplifting personalities, Sue’s encouraging words and Catherine’s persistence to try a little bit more and not give up. I am confident that one day I will be able to participate in 100% of the class. I have also lost 40 lbs since my first class and look forward to each class, especially when the instructor helps me get into the poses correctly like Caryn has done many times.I’ve never felt better! I feel like I’m walking taller and straighter, my gate is what it was 30 years ago, I eat cleaner, sleep better, my resting heart rate changed from 84 BPM to 64 BPM, and my blood pressure has improved drastically. I have also enjoyed learning from my fellow students and how their journey led them to Hot Yoga. Everyone, staff and students, have been welcoming and supportive with great advise and motivation. I look forward to continuing classes and learning from you all.

Thank you!
Lance Belostock

Dear Natalie and John,

Today is the three year anniversary of my first hot yoga class at your studio. Coincidentally, it is also the first day of spring – which is significant, because I feel like this practice has given me a renewed perspective on, and love for, life.

So I wanted to thank you for sharing your knowledge and also, give a thank you to the wonderful teachers I have encountered in your studio over these last few years. Every class has inspired me in some way.

When I arrived in the North Haledon studio 3 years ago (referred by an acquaintance) I was going through the worst time in my life – my 15 year marriage was ending, we were losing our home, and my then 6-year-old son was terrified and suffering sleeplessness and anxiety. Sometimes the 1 ½ hours that I spent in yoga class was the only time in the day that I wasn’t crying. Or worrying. Or struggling to just breathe normally. Your yoga practice brought me through those terrible days (along with counseling and dear family and friends), and now that the worst is behind me (and my son), I come to your classes to add joy to my everyday life. Something that 3 years ago I would not have believed possible.

Life is a journey, and I am so happy to have found you, as you have helped on my journey in ways I never even knew were possible :)

Namaste

Hi Hot Yoga,

I've been attending hot yoga in the North Haledon studios for a few months and I love all the instructors...I feel everyone lends their own style to each class and that's why boredom never sinks in. Thanks for having the instructors continually challenge us and not do the same thing each class...although I also appreciate that about Bikram because you know what you're getting.

Hi Natalie,

I felt so wonderful when I left class on Saturday! Thank-you for all your positive affirmations and helping me to get into that one pose in the floor series. What an amazing experience this is for me!!!

Thank-you!

THANK YOU!
I hope to come back soon - you guys are the best bikram studio across the UK, USA, and Aus!

Hi

I absolutely love love love your studio and it is truly changing me and allowing me to live in my body and love it for all its 2000 parts....i have tried many times to post on YELP but its not allowing me - its show me that i am reviewing but its not publically posting....anyway i am not tech savvy.. I am not sure if you can post for me.....I will try again but just so you know below are the 2 posts I have tried.....thanks always

REVIEW #1
What an amazing experience! I am not a yoga person - or rather wasnt a yoga person and BIKRAM YOGA has totally changed my thinking....and my body. The studio in Westwood has the most inspiring teachers and motivating students. I started out wanted to try something different than my usual gym routine and thought I would give hot yoga a try. I was very nervous and a bit intimidated at first. Looking around the room at all shapes and sizes made me feel at ease as there is no judgment here and all students are on their own journey. Taking one class a week at first was wonderful and I felt such a difference in my body - but more importantly my mind. I am now taking 2 classes a week and the feeling of euphoria after a class lasts throughout the day. I have noticed differences in my stress level, my skin and my hips. As a marathon runner that still loves a good long run now and again, I have felt a HUGE difference in my gait and my hips are more aligned. My chiropractor has also noticed a difference. I stand taller , have not had the headaches and neck problems I used to but most importantly for me - feel a bit more confident in my own skin. And all this after a month. I happen to be a celiac as well and was diagnosed about 10 years ago. The last month I have better than I have in years.......I cant wait to see what happens next.

Danielle, Natalie and Jody are the only teachers I have had the pleasure to work with and THEY ARE AMAZING......no matter what level you are, they challenge each student to be the best that they can be, offering different levels of a posture and inspiring words that help you WANT to get to the next level of your practice.

Hot Yoga is a must!

REVIEW #2
WEDNESDAY Night classes are a must!
If you have had a rough start to the week, this class is both mentally and physically challenging & it can get you over the hump and finish the week off strong! Danielle is an amazing teacher and totally gets you to be in the moment and in your body!