Soul Studio Hot Yoga — Local services in Christchurch

A lovely, warm and welcoming studio with awesome teachers! I got a 7-day traveller’s pass and went to eight classes in five days, including my all-time favourite practice of Bikram 26/2 yoga and a new favourite: yin yang. I would’ve liked to have gone to more of these, but the opportunity was mostly for flow/vinyasa. This is the current in vogue yoga nationwide, so I understand they have to cater for demand. People with certain conditions will find this yoga difficult, but the teachers here take the time to give you helpful tips before class or correct your posture during class. They don’t just focus on the regulars and ignore the short-term visitors, they help everyone and this was greatly appreciated. While always wanting more bikram (I’d practice daily if I could), I did enjoy the balance of classes and to finish on restorative yin was the perfect end to the perfect week. Thank you Marg, Lizzie, Nathan, Kate, Nina, Sayaka, Nina and Laura for a great week. I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m in...

The environment is very new, and most of the instructors are great. However, I do hope there are two areas that can be improved: While I understand the importance of profitability, I hope the class sizes can be better controlled. It’s really uncomfortable when I lie down and open my eyes, only to find someone’s feet just a notebook's distance away from me. It feels like I’m breathing in someone else's foot odor, which is quite unpleasant. I also hope there can be more flexibility and understanding toward serious members. If a class is changed or cancelled due to an instructor’s schedule, the sessions that members have already booked should be fairly adjusted or shifted. Just because someone is on a “Start” membership and has enjoyed an introductory offer doesn’t mean they shouldn’t receive the same level of consideration and fairness as any other member. If class attendance is going to be so strictly counted, then perhaps an “Unlimited” trial should not be offered in the...

Wonderful yoga with absolutely gorgeous souls leading classes. Lots of options for beginners through to the dedicated and experienced! Plenty of choice from cooler, dreamy stretch classes through to active and energising hot flow. I love Soul Yin Yang - a warm class with a focus on movement, mobility and strengthening, finished with a beautiful mindful and soothing relaxation. The Soul Pilates classes are another favourite with excellent tutors guiding the practice and providing great prompts to ensure you are aligned and your core is firing! An incredibly warm and welcoming place where you instantly feel part of the Soul Studio whānau. Highly trained and passionate tutors create a mindful atmosphere and strong sense of community. The further opportunities offered such as workshops and challenges as extras are inspiring, challenging and empowering. Soul Studio is B Corps certified showing their strong commitment to people and the planet. I highly recommend...