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Hot Yoga Republic

4.9 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Hot yoga studio in San Rafael, California

Hot yoga studio Free first class

Plan your first class

  • Free first class or intro offer new students are welcomed with a free class or a discounted intro pass — check their schedule to book your first heat
  • Drop-ins drop-ins around $10 — many studios discount this heavily on your first visit, so ask about the new-student rate
  • Memberships monthly memberships and unlimited plans available — ask how intro-offer classes credit toward a membership
  • Showers showers on site — you'll want one after a hot class, so bring a change of clothes
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (415) 300-6533
  • Website & schedule hotyogarepublic.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 5:30 AM–7:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30 AM–7:30 PM
Wednesday 5:30 AM–7:30 PM
Thursday 5:30 AM–7:30 PM
Friday 5:30 AM–7:30 PM
Saturday 5:30 AM–7:30 PM
Sunday 5:30 AM–7:30 PM

Hours shift for holidays, workshops, and class schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The styles they teach

Hot-yoga styles on the schedule at Hot Yoga Republic, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧘 Hot Pilates 4 mentions

“The hot Pilates class was excellent, challenging but really rewarding, and I felt like I got a solid workout in.”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of Hot Yoga Republic — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🚿 Showers

“Class was great, very nice studio and locker room with showers.”

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🚪 Changing Rooms

“Class was great, very nice studio and locker room with showers.”

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Amenities are mined from reviews and the studio's own info — they tell you what students have experienced, not a formal guarantee. If something is a dealbreaker (childcare hours, mat rental, showers), confirm it with the studio before you go.

What students say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 49 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 clean & well-kept 5 mentions

“Staff greets everyone by name, the place is immaculate and the teachers are very caring and professional.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“As a first timer with my fire academy class, I was pretty nervous but the class turned out to be much funnier than expected.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 3 mentions

“The instructors were knowledgeable, motivating, and kept the class flowing smoothly.”

🤝 strong community vibe 3 mentions

“I’m so happy they’re expanding and sharing their vision of what an inclusive studio can be- I’m a tall, heavy set man in my late fifties.”

🚿 clean showers & locker room 2 mentions

“Class was great, very nice studio and locker room with showers.”

From the reviews

HOT YOGA REPUBLIC is the most special yoga studio in Marin. I practice there regularly but recently have been on the road a lot. This morning I was back in class and simply rejoicing in being there...the community is diverse (age, gender, fitness level) and supportive and kind.

★★★★★ — Annie, Aug 2024

Joined in March and not turning back. Was with another studio for years. Owner sold so decided to try HYR. I'm so glad I did. The two owners, Kath and Jess, are both incredible human beings. The Mill Valley studios is so clean. The workout is absolutely 🔥🔥🔥, literally.

★★★★★ — Thao, Dec 2025

I had been working construction for about 4 years. My back always hurt, but I chalked it up to having a straneous job. In my fourth year my back hurt so bad I would take ibuprofen after work, tylenol p m to go to sleep, and Aleve if my bag hurt during the day.

★★★★★ — James, Feb 2026

It was a great experience. Instructor was knowledgeable and supportive. Facility was clean. Definitely will be coming back!

★★★★★ — Drew, Apr 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 49 reviews →

Your first hot yoga class at Hot Yoga Republic

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 — there are showers on site; 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.

Heat and intense exercise aren't right for everyone — if you're pregnant or have heart, blood-pressure, or other health concerns, check with a doctor before your first hot class.

Where to find Hot Yoga Republic

4050 Redwood Hwy, San Rafael, CA94903

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