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HOTWORX - Chicago, IL - River North

4.8 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Hot yoga studio in Chicago, Illinois

Part of HOTWORX

Free first class Infrared Beginner-friendly

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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 872-266-0080
  • Website & schedule hotworx.net — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 11 am–8 pm
Tuesday 11 am–8 pm
Wednesday 11 am–8 pm
Thursday 11 am–8 pm
Friday 9 am–6 pm
Saturday 9 am–2 pm
Sunday Closed

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 HOTWORX - Chicago, IL - River North, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

☀️ Infrared Hot Yoga 8 mentions

“The infrared sessions are intense in the best way—effective, energizing, and perfect for anyone looking to level up their fitness routine.”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of HOTWORX - Chicago, IL - River North — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

☀️ Infrared Heat 8 mentions

“The infrared sessions are intense in the best way—effective, energizing, and perfect for anyone looking to level up their fitness routine.”

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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 62 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 clean & well-kept 14 mentions

“Cleanliness & Organization The studio was clean, well organized, and thoughtfully laid out, which made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable.”

🔥 great heat & sweat 2 mentions

“The infrared heat is amazing and I can tell it's really helped my skin and I hardly ever have sore muscles after working out anymore.”

🤝 strong community vibe 2 mentions

“I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and will be recommending it to all my friends and family!”

💵 good value / membership 2 mentions

“I feel it is a great value, and I travel from Gold Coast to do my workouts (which really says something when it is winter in Chicago).”

🌟 transformative practice 6 mentions

“My husband and I first signed up about 7 months ago and were immediately hooked after our first free class, we signed up for a membership right then and there!”

From the reviews

Today was my first time working out at an establishment since COVID and I couldn’t have felt more safe and secure. It was a wonderful workout! The facility is clean and sanitized. I did the HotWorrior, it was 35min and tough but I stuck it out! Worked up a sweat and I felt great afterwards.

★★★★★ — J, Jul 2023

I joined a few months ago and it’s a phenomenal place for a workout. Facilities are well-maintained and clean. Gwynda has been a pleasure to work with, as have the rest of her staff. I feel it is a great value, and I travel from Gold Coast to do my workouts (which really says something when it is winter in Chicago).

★★★★★ — Illiana, Dec 2025

I love this place!! I’ve been going to HOTWORX for about 6 months now, and it’s been an absolute game changer for my fitness goals. It’s become my go-to space to recharge, reset, and fuel both my mind and body in the middle of a busy lifestyle.

★★★★★ — Gissell, Jul 2025

I Love Hotworx River North! This location is my go-to for an amazing sweat session. The staff is super welcoming, especially Gywnda and Monica Nia! And the members here are the best, so helpful and encouraging. Hot Bands is my favorite class—it’s a perfect mix of strength, heat, and a good burn.

★★★★★ — Lolastar, Mar 2025

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Your first hot yoga class at HOTWORX - Chicago, IL - River North

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.

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 HOTWORX - Chicago, IL - River North

676 N La Salle Dr Ste 2, Chicago, IL60654

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