105F Hot Yoga, Pilates & Wellness - South Loop — Local services in Chicago

April 5, 2023. Took my first hot yoga class here this afternoon from 12 to 1 PM. 60 minute. When I walked in first thing I noticed, it was a very “chill” type of vibe. Check in was easy-fast- no hassles. When I went into the HotYoga room? I noticed right away the heat and humidity were on point! Wow, I was sweating the minute I walked in the door! Just what I was looking for. I’ve been working out 39 years. I’ve been doing hot yoga for 10 years. So I can tell you from this review what I’m saying is truthful and from experience. I love the fact that my hot yoga teacher for today did not call me out by name to try to correct my poses/postures. One thing I’ve learned with HotYoga or anything is every day is different. And every day is a challenge. There are many variables that determines how well you will do for HotYoga for the day. It was nice that I wasn’t singled out. My instructor is very chill and calm. Damn did I get a good sweat today!!! I had to sit on the bench outside and eat an orange to and cool down and get my blood sugar back to normal. That’s one damn good class. I will make this my new hot yoga studio here in CHICAGO. I can’t wait to get back to my 6 to 7 day routine. And get my body back. I found that practicing hot yoga, REGULARLY ,is the one thing that helps me to lose weight quickly, out of any other exercise routine I’ve ever done over the 39 years!!! And it helps lift and tighten my face and as a woman of a “certain age,” that’s a double bonus!Thanks 105•hotyoga studio- for helping me to get my vitality, energy,...

I just finished my second Bikram class ever, and I must say, once I got over the initial 'I've been hit by a bus... twice' feeling, I'm loving it!

Newly. Clean, spacious studio with hardwood floors so it doesn't smell like old sweat. Changing rooms. Cubes for your stuff. Showers. Challenging yet supportive instructors. They'll even let you store your yoga mat on-site for a paltry $5/month.

Your first month is only $39 as an introductory special.

If you're a beginner, arrive hydrated with an empty stomach and be prepared to bathe in your own sweat. Seriously, I had the pruned fingers to prove it. Bring a couple bottles of water, a bath towel and a hand towel (for wiping your hands/face), and wear a headband to keep the sweat off of your face. The first 25 minutes were the hardest for me, but then the heat got me into Gumbo mode and I started moving more easily, more fluidly. You'll be so proud of what your body can do when the 90 minutes are up. It's an extremely demanding workout, no lie... but also rewarding.

I especially enjoyed this morning's session with Chris.. he walked around to check our form and was very encouraging. On my way out, he told me I did great! Just what I needed to hear in order to brave another session.

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105F is a mediocre yoga studio. This specific location (South Loop) lacks adequate showering facilities and sizable locker rooms considering the studios can hold 30+ people. The locker rooms specifically can only fit a handful of people comfortably and they’re a bit grimy along with smelling moldy which is why I always showered when I got home.

With respect to memberships, 105F engages in what I would argue are rather absurd and annoying business practices and require 30 day written notification to end your membership I.e. upon written notification in the current billing period they will charge you for the subsequent billing period and then your membership is canceled. This effectively serves to be a final cash grab as members leave as they charge you for the subsequent month even if you have given them say 20 days notice. Their corporate competitors Core Power Yoga don’t even engage in this practice.

With respect to the instructors, that is the only reason why I am giving 2 stars (instead of 1). Most are great people and genuinely nice with a breadth of experience that make for a great...