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Yoga Village
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Hot yoga studio in Moraga, California
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 $30 — 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
- Teacher training offers teacher training — ask about upcoming YTT cohorts and prerequisites
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (925) 259-7418
- Website & schedule yogavillagecafe.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–8 PM |
The styles they teach
“Huge shoutout to owner Valorie Moore, who leads the class with so much enthusiasm and makes it welcoming for all levels.”
What's on offer
What students say again and again
“Huge shoutout to owner Valorie Moore, who leads the class with so much enthusiasm and makes it welcoming for all levels.”
“She communicates clearly, values her teachers, and is deeply committed to creating a welcoming space for the community.”
“The teaching style is thoughtful and attentive, the variety of classes kept things fresh every single day, and the energy in the room was just contagious in the best way.”
“Within minutes I was sweating, smiling, and totally hooked.”
From the reviews
The classes at Yoga Village are fantastic! I have been going to yoga for 20 plus years in the Bay Area, and am so happy this special studio is near me in Lafayette. Val is a an upbeat, expert Vinyasa teacher. I love the Buti classes especially, a fun energizing dancey yoga workout. I always feel great afterwards.
I was visiting Lafayette and had the absolute pleasure of taking daily yoga classes at Yoga Village and honestly, it was the highlight of my trip! From the moment I walked in, it felt like a second home. The studio has this incredible warmth to it that's hard to describe but impossible to miss.
I've been interested in BUTI yoga for years. I'm excited to look into certification at Yoga Village! The studio is a short scenic drive from my city and as my first visit there - such a beautiful little studio & love the tiny cafe! I think I read Holistika?
This studio is a GEM in our community! It’s the only one in Lafayette. The space is incredibly sacred and cozy. Each teacher has their own style, and they are all very dedicated to their students and the practice.
Teacher training at Yoga Village
Yoga Village 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 Yoga Village
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.