Where to Find the 7 Best Hot Yoga in Ottawa for a Sweat-Soaked Flow
So, let me tell you a little story. I decided one day that I was going to get serious about my fitness and signed up for a hot yoga class. Sounds easy enough, right?
Well, fast forward to me in a 100-degree room, sweating buckets, and praying that I wouldn’t pass out during the Downward Dog.
As someone who once considered a leisurely stroll to be “exercise,” this was a whole new level of commitment (or craziness, depending on how you look at it).
But somehow, in that hot, steamy blur of stretching and sweating, I finished the class feeling oddly satisfied. I think it’s similar to a runner’s high, though I wouldn’t know because my running shoes are gathering dust in my cabinet as we speak.
Since then, I’ve scoured Ottawa to find the best hot yoga studios that’ll make you feel the burn – in the best way possible.
Whether you’re looking to sweat it out to candle-lit beats or just trying to find your inner zen with a bit of added heat, I’ve got you covered with my top picks for a sweat-soaked flow. Let’s dive in – but maybe grab a towel first!
1. Pure Yoga
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Website: https://www.pureyogaottawa.com/
Address: 359 Bank St
Contact details: +1 613-695-7873
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday – 6:30 AM to 9 PM
- Saturday – 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM
- Sunday – 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 4 PM to 7:30 PM
Pure Yoga specializes in hot yoga, mostly offering classes that will make you sweat like you’ve never sweat before, except for the ritual and pose classes.
Everything else is designed to make you feel like you’ve done a full workout while turning your mat into a personal sauna.
If you want something a bit more relaxed, the slow flow & yin class is right up your alley. Here, you can focus on being mindful while stretching, as it helps you unwind and find your zen amidst the heat.
It’s gentle enough for beginners so even if you’re new to hot yoga, you won’t have any problems keeping up with the class!
There are more than 80 classes available at Pure Yoga weekly, making it easy to book a slot that fits your schedule.
2. Yogatown
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Website: https://myyogatown.com/
Address: 300 Preston St
Contact details: +1 613-234-9642
Operating hours:
- Monday and Wednesday – 5:50 AM to 7 AM, 11 AM to 10 PM
- Tuesday and Thursday – 5:50 AM to 7 AM, 9 AM to 10 PM
- Friday – 5:50 AM to 7:30 AM, 11 AM to 8 PM
- Saturday – 8 AM to 2 PM
- Sunday – 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM to 8 PM
All of Yogatown’s classes are conducted in a heated room, so you can expect to break a serious sweat while stretching and strengthening no matter what class you choose.
Among the offerings are meditation & flow, power flow, strength & stretch, and a lot more that will keep you engaged and challenged.
People not only like Yogatown for its variety of intense and invigorating classes but also for the warm (pun intended) and welcoming space, creating a sense of calm and relaxation as soon as you enter the door.
3. Elevate Yoga
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Website: https://elevateyoga.ca/
Address: 298 Elgin St
Contact details: +1 613-237-7447
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday – 6:45 AM to 10:30 AM, 11:45 to 1:30 PM, 4:45 PM to 9:30 PM
- Saturday – 9:45 AM to 5:30 PM
- Sunday – 9:45 PM to 1 PM, 3:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Elevate Yoga is all about inclusivity and variety. Whether you’re a total newbie or a seasoned pro, they’ve got something for you.
They offer a range of classes from beginner to advanced, in various styles and temperatures, including far infrared hot yoga.
While I haven’t tried all the classes – yet! – I’ve sampled a few to get a feel for the place. The core yoga, in particular, really stood out.
Look, I’m never the fittest one in the room, so it was quite a challenging class even though I opted for the beginner level. It focused on building strength, increasing stamina, and sculpting the core, so you can imagine my struggle!
I may have left the studio feeling like my whole body was turned into jelly, but hey, that’s what makes the post-class smoothie taste even better!
4. PraShanti Yoga Centre
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Website: https://pranashanti.com/
Address: 950 Gladstone Ave
Contact details: +1 613-761-9642
Operating hours:
- Monday – 9 AM to 9 PM
- Tuesday to Thursday – 6:30 AM to 9 PM
- Friday and Sunday – 9 AM to 7 PM
- Saturday – 9 AM to 4 PM
PranaShanti Yoga Centre is a bustling hub for all things yoga, offering daily drop-in classes, workshops, and wellness services. That’s like everything you need to stretch, strengthen, and zen out!
With three studio rooms and a range of classes to choose from, it’s perfect for everyone from casual practitioners to seasoned yogis.
If you can’t make it to their location just on the fringe of Little Italy, they also have options for online classes, making yoga even more accessible from the comfort of your own home.
5. Oxygen Yoga & Fitness Kanata
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Website: https://oxygenyogaandfitness.com/kanata/
Address: 5104 Kanata Ave. Unit 1
Contact details: +1 613-254-5854
Operating hours:
- Monday and Wednesday – 6:15 AM to 1 PM, 4 PM to 8:30 PM
- Tuesday – 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 4 PM to 9:30 PM
- Thursday – 7:15 AM to 1 PM, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM
- Friday – 6:15 AM to 1 PM, 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
- Saturday – 7:45 AM to 1 PM
- Sunday – 7:45 AM to 11 AM
Oxygen Yoga & Fitness will make you feel inspired to stick to a fitness routine – and let me tell you why.
First, their welcoming atmosphere instantly puts you at ease, making it feel like you’re stepping into a supportive and friendly community.
Moreover, you’ll be immersed in a unique blend of group yoga and fitness fusion classes that include intense cardio, core workouts, balance training, and flexibility – all enhanced by far infrared heat therapy.
But hold on – classes can get quite intense, which is surprisingly what I and a lot of other people love about it.
It’s like stepping into a sauna while grooving to the hottest beats in a candle-lit, darkened studio. Needless to say, it’s definitely a game-changer for anyone bored with their current workout routine and looking for something more exciting.
6. Inner Soul Yoga & Cycle
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Website: https://www.innersoul.ca/
Address: 190 Colonnade Rd S #19, Nepean
Contact details: +1 613-226-9642
Operating hours:
- Monday – 10:15 AM–12:30 PM, 5:45–9:30 PM
- Tuesday – 6–7 AM, 10:30–11:30 AM, 5:15–9 PM
- Wednesday – 6–7 AM, 10:15 AM–12:30 PM, 5:15–9 PM
- Thursday – 6–7 AM, 10:15 AM–1 PM, 5:15–9:30 PM
- Friday – 6–7 AM, 10:15 AM–1 PM, 5:15–8:30 PM
- Saturday – 8 AM to 12 PM
- Sunday – 9 AM–12 PM, 6–7:30 PM
At the Inner Soul Yoga & cycle, the hot yoga class is set in a 90-degree room, so you can expect to be drenched in sweat by the end!
It offers different yoga postures, so you’ll find yourself flowing through movements that challenge your flexibility, balance, and endurance while enjoying the added intensity of the heat.
With options ranging from Hatha Basics and Warm Aroma Yin to innovative combos like Spin & Stretch, be sure to try them all and find the perfect fit for your fitness journey!
7. Modo Yoga Orleans
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Website: https://modoyoga.com/orleans/
Address: 2442 St Joseph Blvd, Orléans
Contact details: +1 613-424-8221
Modo Yoga is an Orleans favorite where folks in the neighborhood go for a revitalizing fitness experience in a welcoming environment.
Surprisingly, I’ve met a great number of regulars during the class I attended. They were all just curious about hot yoga, tried it, and never looked back.
I love how there were mantras during the session, as well as guided meditations, which I found myself doing even outside the class.
Modo Yoga also has international yoga retreats, perfect for fostering a close-knit community. If you want to indulge in the practice even further, and even make friends along the way, this might be your new yoga home away from home.