Each pose is a challenge based on one's personal abilities. The postures are done in the safe environment of a heated room so that deep penetration can relieve one's body resistance without risking injury. By the end of a class session, each individual will have worked every muscle, tendon, joint, ligament, internal organ, and gland while systematically moving fresh, oxygenated blood to 100% of the body. The result is restoration of health to all systems. As you increase strength, flexibility, and balance in your body, you will be energized, you will revitalize your mind, and you will be working on eliminating conditions of stress produced by fast-paced lifestyles.

These postures work synergistically and cumulatively to put the body back on track and in balance. This yoga builds strength, balance, and flexibility by gently stretching and massaging the spine, muscles, tendons, joints, and all internal organs of the body. Lung capacity is expanded, leading to greater vitality. Bones are strengthened. Joints are opened and lubricated. Muscles are strengthened, toned and made more flexible. Regular practice of this series of postures results in the healing and repair of injuries and illnesses, weight loss, and peace of mind.

Modern medical regulations will not allow us to directly make claims of Bikram Yoga's many healing properties, however many people who do Bikram Yoga on a regular basis report that they no longer suffer from conditions that can only, at best, be managed by modern medicine. Here are some of the results you would expect to see if you were practicing Bikram's Hot Yoga for its therapeutic benefits:

• Stabilization of your body weight to its optimum level for your body type (nearly everyone begins to loose weight)
• You will begin to crave healthier foods in your diet and be less inclined to crave fatty and unhealthy foods - this of course means the healthier you eat, the easier it will be to lose weight
• Healthier and more vibrant-looking skin
• Increased energy and stamina throughout your day
• Improved/stabilized sleep/wake cycle for your body type
• Improved response to stressful situations (you will be much more relaxed and a happier person!)
• Better sense of well-being and a calmer/quieter mind
• Improved flexibility
• Improved circulation
• Improved cardiovascular health
• Improved lung capacity
• Improved sexual function
• Stabilization of blood pressure
• Relief from Arthritic pain and joint stiffness
• Reduction of symptoms of Diabetes
• Reduction of symptoms from Anxiety and Depression

See our Testimonials page for more information.

Read about Bikram Choudhury, the founder and original inventor of hot yoga.