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East Rock Shala
4.9 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Hot yoga studio in New Haven, Connecticut
Plan your first class
- ClassPass classes are bookable on ClassPass — an easy way to try the studio before committing
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule eastrockshala.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–8:30 am |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8:30 am, 5:30–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30–8:30 am, 5:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30–8:30 am, 5:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–8:30 am, 5:30–7 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 6:30–8:30 am, 2:30–7 pm |
The styles they teach
“The Wednesday evening restorative class at East Rock Shala exemplifies the kind of thoughtful, health-focused programming that our increasingly stressed society desperately needs.”
“The provision of loaner props further democratizes the practice, making it accessible to practitioners of all levels and a broader range of economic backgrounds.”
What's on offer
“This studio, with its recent addition to the ClassPass fitness app, represents a growing trend in accessible wellness practices that we believe merits attention.”
What students say again and again
“The provision of loaner props further democratizes the practice, making it accessible to practitioners of all levels and a broader range of economic backgrounds.”
“It is our hope that policymakers and community leaders take note of such initiatives and work towards integrating similar practices into our schools, workplaces, and public spaces.”
“This philosophy aligns with growing concerns about body image and self-esteem in our image-obsessed culture.”
From the reviews
Had a great class here. Very welcoming teachers that are really great no matter if you’re a beginner or have been practicing for a while.
In the heart of East Rock, New Haven, a town known for its academic prowess, East Rock Shala emerges as a beacon of mindfulness and physical well-being. This studio, with its recent addition to the ClassPass fitness app, represents a growing trend in accessible wellness practices that we believe merits attention.
Lovely peaceful space with great instructors! My first visit was a vinyasa community session with Yizza as instructor. I’d never done yoga before so I loved that everyone could go at their own pace (certain poses were too difficult for me, so Yizza also proposed some alternative movements).
East Rock Shala was such a great find—definitely something the East Rock neighborhood really needed. They offer a nice mix of classes with different levels of intensity, so there’s always something that works no matter how you’re feeling that day.
Your first hot yoga class at East Rock Shala
Nervous about your first hot class? Almost everyone is, and a good studio expects beginners to walk in the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: the room is heated, so it feels intense for the first few minutes — rest in child's pose any time you need to, no one will bat an eye. Hydrate: drink water through the day before class, not just as you arrive, and bring a bottle. What to bring: a mat and towel, water, and a change of clothes; wear something light you don't mind sweating through, and skip a heavy meal in the couple of hours beforehand. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and set up. It gets easier fast — most people say their third class feels completely different from their first.
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