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The Hot Yoga Spot
4.8 ★★★★★ 229 Google reviews · Hot yoga studio in Albany, New York
Part of The Hot Yoga Spot
Easygoing fitness facility for hot yoga sessions and barre workouts, plus welcoming staff members.
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
- Teacher training offers teacher training — ask about upcoming YTT cohorts and prerequisites
- Phone +1 518-944-8534
- Website & schedule thehotyogaspot.com — book classes and see the live schedule
The styles they teach
“Love Kiera and the Friday Bikram Beats class.”
“He eases everyone in gently with meditative music, then gradually builds into uplifting vinyasa flows set to a fun mix of pop and occasional EDM.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, every class feels accessible yet challenging in the best way.”
What's on offer
“There are a lot of great community events too like outdoor yoga, donation based classes, class programs and special offerings.”
What students say again and again
“From the moment you walk in, the space feels calm, clean, and intentionally designed to help you disconnect from stress and focus on your practice.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, every class feels accessible yet challenging in the best way.”
“HYS has been a staple for me for so long because there are so many amazing teachers, varied classes, and each studio has such a welcoming atmosphere.”
“The instructors are so welcoming and personable :) I have grown and learned in my practice so much due to the fantastic community at the Hot Yoga Spot!”
“The variety of classes offered is great, and they've even added a little yoga library if you are looking to work on stuff in between classes.”
From the reviews
I’ve tried a lot of fitness studios in the area, but nothing compares to the experience at Hot Yoga Spot in Latham. From the moment you walk in, the space feels calm, clean, and intentionally designed to help you disconnect from stress and focus on your practice. The instructors are exceptional.
I've recently returned to practicing yoga after a five-year break, and The Hot Yoga Spot has been an incredible place to restart my journey. The studio is clean, well-organized, and has a welcoming energy that makes you feel at ease right away.
I cannot say enough amazing things about the Hot Yoga Spot! I recently moved to Albany this past year and was introduced to it by a friend, and I was immediately obsessed! The instructors at every location are amazing, they have a variety of different classes, and prices are reasonable!
Candlelit yoga with Chris is my absolute favorite yoga class. He eases everyone in gently with meditative music, then gradually builds into uplifting vinyasa flows set to a fun mix of pop and occasional EDM.
Teacher training at The Hot Yoga Spot
The Hot Yoga Spot comes up for teacher training — confirmed on their own site. If you're thinking about becoming an instructor, a few things are worth asking up front. First, which certification the program leads to — most hot-yoga trainings are Yoga Alliance registered (RYT-200 or RYT-500), and the style matters: a Bikram or hot-power lineage trains differently than a hot-vinyasa or sculpt one. Second, the schedule and prerequisites — cohorts often run in intensive weekend blocks or over several months, and many studios want you practicing regularly there first. Third, cost and payment plans, and whether tuition includes an unlimited membership for the training period. Teacher training is a real commitment of time and money, so it's worth a call or an info session before you enroll.
Your first hot yoga class at The Hot Yoga Spot
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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