Hotpod Yoga Gateshead

Very. Yoga builds real, full-body strength using your own body weight. Legs, core, glutes, shoulders, back. The lot. You’ll feel stronger in class, but also in everyday life. Better posture. Better balance. Less creaking every time you stand up from the sofa.

Yes. Especially if your body feels tight, heavy or overworked after training. Yoga helps improve mobility, circulation and flexibility, while easing muscle tension and stiffness. Great for runners. Lifters. Cyclists. And desk workers pretending they’re still 25.

Absolutely. Yoga is one of the simplest ways to switch off a busy mind and calm a busy body. Breathwork, movement and heat work together to lower stress levels, release tension and help you properly unwind. Most people walk out feeling lighter. Mentally and physically.

Please arrive around 10 – 15 mins before the start of your class. The doors are locked when the class starts for security so we’re not able to let anyone in after the class has begun. Try not to arrive more than 15 minutes before the class start time, as there may still be people leaving from a previous class, plus our teachers will be getting the studio and pod ready to welcome you.

If you know you will not be able to make it, please cancel your booking via the website or app so someone else can take your place. If it's within the cancellation period you'll automatically get your pass back.

We provide mats (although you are welcome to bring your own). We recommend bringing plenty of water with you and wearing cool clothes as you will get sweaty. Yoga towels are required in all classes, but you can hire one from us if you forget. If you'd like to shower afterwards then bring an extra towel for that, or hire one of those too (please check with your local studio beforehand as facilities may vary slightly).

You will be absolutely fine! Just let the teacher know it’s your first hot yoga lesson, take the class at your own pace and remember you can take a restorative yoga pose and pause to catch your breath whenever you need to. Have a read of our blog on what to expect from your first Hotpod Yoga class to find out more.

If you are pregnant or under 16, then unfortunately you cannot come to our heated classes. If you have a medical condition you are not sure about, then please check with a medical professional beforehand.

If someone has given you their referral code, firstly - lucky you, you're in for a treat. To be able to get your free class added to your account, you will need to attend the same studio as your friend and enter the code when you create your account (in the box that asks 'Do you have a referral code?'). If it's not added then, unfortunately it can't be added later by you - but don't worry, you can contact the studio you are signing up to for help.