Sol Hot Yoga
52 classes in the next two weeks with 20 facilitators.
- Open early: Classes before 8 on 5 days a week.
52 classes this weekPlus workshops and retreats
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Coming up
Today
The feel
Compared with the rest of Santa Cruz, Sol Hot Yoga leans toward Bikram 23×, Focus 23× and Third eye 23×.
How Sol Hot Yoga feelsStyles, energy and times, against the rest of Santa CruzWho leads here
Ambra Foskett5 classes in two weeksRobin Berkery5 classes in two weeksThomas Sakoda5 classes in two weeksAndrea Pankow4 classes in two weeksCarrli Collins4 classes in two weeksDaisy Thayer4 classes in two weeks
All 20 facilitatorsPrices and booking
Each class links straight to Sol Hot Yoga’s own booking page, so the full price goes to the studio and its facilitators.
Prices, memberships and good to knowHow to book, what to bring, getting thereAbout Sol Hot Yoga
Sol Hot Yoga sits on Mt Hermon Road in Scotts Valley and brings yoga, Pilates, barre and strength training under one roof. Its heated rooms host the original 26 and 2 sequence and hot power vinyasa, while unheated mat Pilates and barre give the schedule a quieter side. Most of the classes take place in the morning, and the studio is run by a small, steady team of facilitators.
It suits you if
- you want heated yoga in a steady weekly rhythm
- you like strength work alongside your yoga
- you prefer early mornings or the late afternoon
At a glance
52classes this week
20facilitators
Read more about Sol Hot YogaA studio for mindful movement, When and how long classes run, Where to begin
A studio for mindful movement
Sol Hot Yoga describes itself as a locally owned, family-run studio with a clear focus on mindful movement. Its schedule spans eight kinds of practice, from heated yoga to Pilates, barre and strength training with a suspension strap. Yoga is the largest part of what is offered, with hot yoga and power vinyasa among the most common styles.
The heated room is central to the studio. The original 26 and 2 sequence follows a set format, and the hot Pilates and hot barre sculpt classes use the same warmth to deepen the work. Unheated options such as mat Pilates and barre are also on the schedule.
When and how long classes run
Most classes run 60 minutes, with a handful at 45 minutes and a few at 90. The shorter classes include hot Pilates Express, hot cardio core express and strength and suspension, which suit a lunch break or a quick session after work. The 90-minute 26 and 2 class gives more time to settle into the sequence.
The early start at 6:30am and the 9am class draw many morning practitioners, while the 4pm and 5:15pm slots are the busiest of the afternoon and early evening. Weekend classes make up about a fifth of the schedule.
Where to begin
For a first visit, the heated sequences and the yin or restorative classes offer a gentle entry point, since the pace is slower and the poses are held. Hot power vinyasa and hot cardio core express suit people who want more energy. The studio's own description stresses coming as you are and leaving feeling better, which is a useful guide for a first class.
Sol Hot Yoga: questions and answers
What kinds of classes does Sol Hot Yoga offer?
Sol Hot Yoga lists classes in hot yoga, Pilates, barre, strength and yin, with many running in the heated room. Most of the week sits in the morning, with the busiest start times at 6:30am, 9am, 4pm and 5:15pm. Class lengths are usually 60 minutes, with some at 45 and 90.
Is it all hot yoga?
Yes. Many of the classes are heated, including the original 26 and 2 sequence, hot power vinyasa and hot Pilates. The studio also runs unheated classes, such as mat Pilates and barre, so the heat is not required for every practice here.
Who teaches the classes?
The studio's classes are led by a couple of dozen facilitators. Tobi Martin, Ambra Foskett, Robin Berkery and Thomas Sakoda teach among the most classes, and Andrea Pankow, Mara Ruth, Wesley Viebahn, Judi Remillard, Daisy Thayer and Erika Hay also lead regularly.
When do most classes run?
Many of the early starts fall around 6:30am, and the day's first classes begin in the morning. The evening starts cluster around 4pm and 5:15pm, with the latest class beginning at 6:45pm. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday are the days when the most classes run.
Can I build strength here without running?
Yes. The classes include strength work with light hand weights and a suspension strap, low impact barre, and Pilates with a focus on the core and pelvic floor. The 45-minute classes are compact sessions that still work the whole body.
What is the difference between the heated styles?
The 26 and 2 sequence is a set series of 26 postures with two breathing exercises, and it takes its time with each pose. Yin and restorative classes hold poses for longer, to ease the connective tissues and open the joints. Hot power vinyasa moves more quickly through flowing sequences.
What kind of studio is this?
Sol Hot Yoga is a locally owned, family-run studio in Scotts Valley, a short distance from Santa Cruz. It describes itself as a boutique wellness space built on kindness, with a welcoming community around its classes. The studio offers yoga, Pilates, barre and strength training under one roof.