Hotpod Yoga Stratford-upon-Avon
Welcome to Hotpod Yoga Stratford-upon-Avon. Our studio is a warm, welcoming space, a stones throw from the centre of Stratford, just off Timothy’s Bridge Road, with showers and changing rooms.
This is the class that changes everything: designed to help you build strength, improve mobility and feel better for longer. Whether you’re here to train hard, unwind and relax or give your body some well-deserved muscle recovery, you’ll feel the shift the second you step out of the pod. No two sessions are the same, with our expert teachers bringing their own style and energy.
New to hot yoga? All levels. All welcome.
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Strength
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Mobility
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Recovery
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Wellbeing
About the studio
Welcome to Hotpod Yoga Stratford-upon-Avon. This is hot yoga… but not as you know it. Our classes take place inside our signature pods. Heated to 37 degrees, with low lighting, calming scents and relaxing beats, they create a fully immersive space to switch off and tune in.
Our studio is located just off Timothy’s Bridge Road. Turn into Shottery Brook Office Park and follow the road around. You’ll find Unit 16 next to the BDR building (the one with the purple windows), making it easy to spot. Once you’ve arrived, head up to the first floor.We have 6 Hotpod signposted parking spaces available on site, as well as additional roadside parking throughout the business park.
Outside of business hours and at weekends, there is unlimited parking available throughout the business park.
Other nearby parking options include:
Dropper Drive – around a 3-minute walk from the studio
St Peter’s Way – around a 3-minute walk from the studio
Stratford Park & Ride – approximately a 5-minute walk from the studio
If it’s your first visit, please allow a little extra time to find us and get settled before your class. We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes before your class starts.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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Jessica Williams
Studio owner
Jess found Hotpod Yoga as a new challenge to add to her active lifestyle, it didn't take long to fall in love with the pod and the feeling that stays with you after each class. After completing her YTT with Hotpod in 2023, she knew she wanted to share the Hotpod feeling with her community in Stratford-Upon-Avon. Jess cannot wait to bring Hotpod’s immersive yoga experience to the heart of Stratford. Her mission is to show that yoga is for everyone, breaking down common myths and creating a warm, welcoming space. Jess is passionate about empowering people to challenge themselves and let go of preconceptions. Whether you’re looking for a moment to yourself amidst the hustle and bustle of life, to improve your fitness, take a mental pause, or deepen your practice, you’ll find a slice of this at the pod.
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Jessica Williams
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Georgia Barratt
Abbie Kemp
Hannah McMartin
Andrew Clayton
Lucy Tugwell
Lauren Elson
Yalaina Burgess
Holly Weaver
Maria Maleady-Butcher
Michaela Batchelar
Millie Tarrant
Laura Newman
Sophie Leigh
Discover our flows
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Nurturing Flow
Nurturing Flow is a slower, deeply restorative class designed to help you stretch out, switch off and properly unwind. For stiff bodies. Busy heads. Bad sleepers. And anyone who needs an hour away from the noise. With longer holds and deeper stretches, this floor-based flow creates space in both body and mind. Inside the pod, soothing music and 37° heat help muscles soften, busy minds slow down and tension melt away.
Suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.
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Foundation Flow
Available at select studios - check your local timetable
Foundation Flow is a steady, supportive class designed to help you build confidence in the fundamentals. With more time to slow down and explore key postures, you'll develop strength, balance and control while building a solid foundation for your practice. Suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.
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Hotpod Flow
Hotpod Flow is our signature class. A powerful, feel-good flow that builds strength, eases tension and helps you properly switch off. Inside the pod, soothing heat, dim lighting, immersive sound and calming scents help muscles release and busy minds slow down. With no mirrors in sight, it’s easier to tune out the outside world and tune into how your body feels. You’ll move with your breath through a flowing sequence designed to leave you stronger, steadier and more grounded by the end of class.
Suitable for every level, from first-timers to regulars.
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Dynamic Flow
Available at select studios - check your local timetable
Dynamic Flow is a strong, energising practice that builds strength, balance and confidence. Expect creative sequences, powerful movement and plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself. Inside the pod, soothing heat helps muscles release and move more freely, helping you go deeper into each posture. Moving with your breath, you'll flow through a dynamic sequence that combines strength, balance and playfulness.
Best suited to those with some yoga experience.
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Rest & Restore
Available at select studios - check your local timetable
Our Rest and Restore sessions are all about hitting ‘pause’. Gentle movement, grounding breathwork and extended meditation come together to help the body release tension and the mind properly settle. Set inside the calming atmosphere of the pod, this lower-heat class uses soft lighting and carefully curated music to help you fully switch off for a while. No rushing. No pushing. Just space to breathe, soften and reset.
For tired bodies. Full minds. And anyone craving a little stillness.
Membership benefits
From one class a week to unlimited yoga.
Hold when you’re on holiday.
No long contracts.
Save the pennies.
Provides motivation to keep going.