"2013-01-06T00:00:00"^^ . . "3"^^ . "5"^^ . "2"^^ . . . "8"^^ . "I was a student of bikram yoga at the bikram in old town Scottsdale for years. I'm not a professional yogi. :) I love the workout and the healthy feelings I get after these sweaty workouts. I like the quiet, the challenge, the encouragement, and always sleep great after bikram. \nKarin, the owner of Hot Yoga U, was always my favorite instructor. Down to earth, approachable, kind, calm and encouraging. \nWhat I don't love about Bikram Yoga: (I've used only used two studios ever, but each at least 40 times). 1. They always have a weird smell. The carpets are just nasty. The average yogi drenches a full size beach towel and then some. So the carpets are saturated in sweat. In hot humid rooms... Yuck. \n2. The first breathing exercise. Maybe I'm not a bikram yogi but this first breathing always irritates me. 3. The time. I never have 2.5 hours. 90 minute class plus travel and shower. With kids and a job... It just doesn't happen. 4. The nonstop praise and quoting of bikram. I'm here already... I don't need the reminders that he's awesome. \n5. Price. 12 -15 a class can be a lot. \n\nWhy I love hot yoga u. \n1. Karin. She's is open and kind. Friendly. \n2. Organized clean fresh facility \n3. Floor that is obviously cleaned and not carpet! \n4. 60 minutes. Duh!!! \n5. Gentle correction and improvement ideas. \n6. Heating system is great. Consistent heat and humidity. Thank you!! \n\nI'm home. This is where I feel good. So happy!!!"^^ .