I've taken a few yoga classes over the years at various gyms but have never been a committed, regular yogi, nor tried a yoga specific studio - so this is coming from a real newbie who was nervous to jump in. I loved my first class, and each one after, so much that I've attended a class every day since joining a week ago. Every single instructor I have encountered has been so positive and encouraging. I've never felt out of place or as if I was being judged. I feel so great after every class I've taken! I absolutely love (and get my butt kicked ha ha) in the sculpt classes. Sculpt is such a great cardio addition for me! My activity tracker estimated I burned 550 calories in one sculpt session! Yay! I should also say the studio is always spotless and smells fresh!