Yoga Harmony

I am as anti-​exercise as you can get. I am one of those people who wants to get fit and healthy and be an ass-​kicker with strong arms and glutes and whatever else but I lack serious motivation and would rather curl up in a chair and read. I’ve tried numerous fitness classes from Zumba to spinning classes to pilates classes and other fitness classes with weird combinations that never made sense to me but none of them really blew up my skirt.
When I was living in New York, I tried out Hot Yoga and LOVED it — so much so, I didn’t lose my motivation and I kept going. Unfortunately, it was a bit pricey and constrained my budget so I had to stop. Fast forward to moving to Nashville and trying out Hot Yoga again at Yoga Harmony. So far, I’ve been there four times. During the first class, I nearly passed out and needed to take a 30 second break. This does not mean the class was unbearably hard — I was just ill-​prepared. I took this as an opportunity to learn and drank a high-​protein smoothie prior to the class and brought plenty of water with me.
In the short time I’ve been here, I’ve loved each of my visits. So far, I’ve only done the Hot 60 and the Hot 75. I might be moving up to Hot 90. Unfortunately, I haven’t had the chance to try out the other classes yet but hopefully, soon, that will change. Unlike the New York classes, the classes here are not cramped. There’s plenty of space to move around, stretch out your arms and legs; in short, there’s room to BREATHE — EXHAAAAALE. The weekend classes are bit more packed and it’s a good idea to book a spot ahead of time if you’re dedicated to going. The class consists of everyone from beginners to clear-​cut advanced yogis with the ability to twist their bodies like a pretzel. There’s no competition (as far as I can tell), everyone is there for their dose of stress-​relieving time, and it’s peaceful. The instructors are always smiling, always helpful, and always present. I love the eclectic music that goes along with each class. It’s so relaxing but at the same time, you’re getting a good work out. I sweat so much with each class but I love it. I always leave the class, feeling completely rejuvenated and strong and bad-​ass. As a result of this, I notice I’ve been eating healthier too. I’ve even been eating salads!
For the first time ever, I crave a fitness class — I look forward to it [almost] every day. I constantly look at the time, while working, so I can start getting ready for Yoga Harmony. It’s a bit of a drive for me (15 – 20 minutes or so) but it’s SO worth it. It’s worth your time, your money, the drive, and most importantly, your health.

I really really love this place! I’m new to yoga and chose this studio after comparing various Unilocal reviews. This studio has infrared heat which has very low humidity compared to other hot yoga studios in town. The instructors don’t yell at you (which I hear also happens at other studios); they always tell students to listen to your body and take a break if you need to. Don’t be scared to try this type of yoga; the 60,75,and 90 minute classes practice the same postures each time so I feel a little more confident each class. There are other classes that mix it up some. I really like the «Tender Lovin’ Harmony» class — it’s very relaxing, not as hot as normal classes, and gives you time to meditate. I suggest the $ 50 new student pass for those wanting to try it. Bring water and a towel to class; they have yoga mats to borrow for a small fee if you don’t have one already. Also, they lock the door 3 minutes prior to class time so don’t be late.

I have dabbled in Yoga over the years. Started running and needed assistance in stretching. So I tried YH and am not disappointed. Tried a few different instructors and highly recommend Nick’s mix up classes. He spends a good deal of time setting up poses. I am very motivated after regularly taking his Wednesday class. Love the whole studio.

Really love this studio. Only infrared I know in Nashville, and I’ve only had great teachers. Except the girl who plays rap, cause that ain’t my speed. I hate rap.
If you wanna feel good and enjoy a very welcoming environment, this is your place. Favorite studio.

I like this studio a lot — not pretentious or overly dogmatic. I wish there were more class options and more flow classes. Most of the classes they offer during the time I can make it are the hot Asana classes that have the standard sequence of poses (like ashtanga). I like a bit more variety, so it may not become my «go-​to» studio — and there are very few class offerings on weekends. But it’s overall a great place to practice with kind and talented instructors.

I don’t even know where to begin with Yoga Harmony. Yes, yes, yes.
I have tried other hot yoga studios in Nashville and other cities, but I seriously didn’t really love any, at all… until my friend referred me to Yoga Harmony. The staff is aaahhhhh-​mazing (I particularly enjoy going to classes taught by the owner, Nicole) and they make the classes fun and lighthearted without loosing focus on the class or the intention of your practice. I love that there are options with the hot classes (60 min, 75 min, or 90 min) because sometimes a 90 min class is just such a commitment! Also, YH gives discounts to military, students and teachers AND has a referral program. Thank you YH for being so awesome!

Fantastic place to go to practice yoga! A great variety of teachers, times, and classes. The instructors and owners are all very friendly, and go out of their way to answer questions. I’ve had several times that I’ve had a question after class, and been given personal attention — it’s obvious that the instructors love what they do They are also great about helping correct poses in class, without making anyone feel self conscious. I’m hooked!

Exhale… aaaah!
Such a great feeling when your body lets go of tension and stress as you enter a yoga class, and even more so during and after said class… It doesn’t happen all of the time, but I had a positive experience at Yoga Harmony during a Nashville visit a few weeks ago and was definitely breathing better and feeling lighter after the 90 minutes I spent at this studio.
I went to Joy’s hot90 class on Thursday evening along with some colleagues and I felt like a new woman after. The studio was heated, which I like… but not too crazy hot. It was also clean, had friendly employees, decent mats for rent, water, lockers, etc…
I tried to stay in my yoga zone throughout the class, but Joy, the instructor, was a bit more giggly than the instructors I’m used to at home, and she wasn’t quite keeping up with balancing and doing the same sequences on both the left and right sides of the body. She is sweet and light-​hearted, and I liked the music, variety of asanas and the flow, but I typically enjoy an instructor that does more adjustments and keeps up with the «thinking» behind it, so the students don’t have to…
Even so, I am a fan of Yoga Harmony and would not hesitate to return on a future visit to Nashville.
Namaste.

Pure. Bliss.
Getting in an (almost) daily dose of yoga is pretty important to me, but when I travel for work I tend to just get in a workout at the hotel gym. That fulfills my need for daily activity, but a challenging yoga class is my preferred choice of workout. Lucky me that my boss was determined to get in a yoga class during our time in Nashville last week. We read our colleague, Marcia M’s review and were immediately sold on Yoga Harmony. They have a wide range of classes and times to choose from. It’s rather perfect.
Know that it’s hot yoga, *not* Bikram. I am not a fan of Bikram’s practice for reasons I won’t go into here. I see another Unilocaler considers Yoga Harmony a «Bikram knock-​off,» but I don’t think they’re going for Bikram at all. Perhaps some of us want a vinyasa practice in a hot room? Also, keep in mind the room is heated to 95 degrees, not the Bikram 105. That ten degrees makes the difference between tolerable and miserable, IMO.
The studio is lovely. It smells good. They air/​fan out the room after a class is over, which is nice. The floor is made of a material that absorbs puddles of sweat and keeps things hygienic. They have ample changing areas and places to leave your bags. I like that they lock the door promptly when class begins. If there’s one thing that gets me incredibly annoyed and un-​yogi like is when stragglers come into a room and slam their mats down, etc. Thoroughly takes you out of the zone. I’ll put it this way: something about the dim lighting and lovely ambiance makes Yoga Harmony give me the warm fuzzies just thinking about it.
We took a hot90 class with Joy (Thursdays at 6pm). I’m not just saying this because we share a name, but Joy is simply terrific. I like her light-​hearted way of teaching. The class had the right mix of flow and holding poses. Slightly challenging at times, but definitely an all-​levels class. Bonus: unlike other hot classes, I’ve taken, at no point did I want to puke during class.
I’m thrilled! I have my Nashville yoga studio all set and can’t wait to practice here at least once during my next trip.

Damn.
How did this happen?
Did I really get misty-​eyed after a yoga class?
I’ve gone soft, Unilocalers.
In all seriousness, Yoga Harmony is a wonderful place to practice yoga and I highly recommend it. I was enjoying a week «off» right after the holiday season and made the choice to prioritize my mental and physical wellness during my stay-​cation. So naturally, I made an effort to practice yoga each and every day for 7 days… boy, did it make a big difference! My first class was on the afternoon of New Years Eve and it definitely set the tone for the rest of the week.
Yoga Harmony is located in the emerging neighborhood of unique little shops nestled on Charlotte Avenue right before you hit White Bridge Road. Thistle Stop Café and Headquarters are nearby! You can park on the street or there is an ample parking lot right behind the building. This is one of those cases where you can’t judge a book by it’s cover… the front of the building doesn’t shed light on the warm and nurturing sanctuary that is right inside.
Along with a small retail area, storage cubby holes, changing areas, and locker room, there is the main studio area that is front and center when you walk in. I like the layout of the space and although the classes have been pretty full for each class that I have joined, I have never felt claustrophobic. The instructors are fantastic! My NYE class (forgot her name!) was focused on rebirth and finding balance and I was literally so moved that I did get emotional. (quit chuckling!) While I enjoy Hot Yoga, they also offer Harmony (flow), Tender Lovin’ (restorative), and other variations of the practice. I also appreciate that they offer $ 5 Community Classes on Friday evenings that benefit local nonprofits!
Single classes begin at $ 15 for a 60 minute class so I’d suggest opting for the 2 Week Beginner Package for $ 45 to give this studio a fair shot at a more than fair price!
They have other packages available in month, quarterly, yearly, and auto debit options. I am contemplating a membership here myself.
This very well may be my favorite yoga experience to date in Nashville!
Be sure to check out their website for the skinny on their class schedules and pricing. And, don’t miss the «Our Studio» section where instead of Instructor photos, they have images of their pups instead! Gotta love that…

This is your standard knock off bikram studio. I was introduced to hot yoga in DC several years ago in real bikram and power baptiste studios, so I have high expectations of what yoga should be. The facilities are nice and well kept but the quality if the classes is questionable. The IR heating struggles to heat the room so most classes don’t get nearly as hot as the studio claims. It’s rare an instructor gives an individual a correction during class. Instead everyone does what they guess is correct. Looking around each class you’ll notice at least half of each class is doing the posture very incorrectly. This is dangerous in yoga and can result in serious injury over time, especially in a hot studio.
The owners of the studio have an odd way of teaching classes. They discourage/​prevent attempting the full expression of postures. It’s frustrating as an advanced yogi because I enjoy challenging myself. They are also constantly trying to push «yoga therapy». I intentionally avoid classes taught by them. If you’ve never been to a quality studio this studio will probably feel sufficient to you but otherwise you’ll find yourself wishing for more.

My favorite! The studio is clean and welcoming. The infrared heat is very comfortable and the instructors are fantastic. Their individual personalities and styles make class a joy, while still maintaining focus on the practice. I always leave happy and thankful!

Yoga Harmony was my introduction to hot yoga, and I’m hooked! I purchased a 5-​class pass through Groupon in January 2013. As someone who had never practiced before, I felt very comfortable and welcomed by all the instructors. I tried the Hot-​26 series and an allegro class and definitely preferred the Hot-​26… Allegro was good, Hot-​26 is just more my style! All of the instructors were very friendly and supportive through class, and they corrected postures if necessary, which I definitely appreciated. They use infrared heat and 0% humidity, which is not nearly as oppressive as the 40% humidity in traditionally heated studios (which I actually prefer now). I think Yoga Harmony is a wonderful studio, and definitely the perfect place for people just beginning hot yoga!

I bought the Groupon for a 5 class trial and loved it. It was my first time here and wasn’t sure what to expect. The vibe was really relaxed and comfortable. There is plenty of space in the lobby areas as well as the bathroom/​shower room. Straight off, my favorite instructor is Nicole G! She has a great personality and a nice «yoga voice.» I really dig her style. I tried a variety of yoga classes including the Hot 90 and Allegro. I felt they could have been a bit more challenging (and hot), but the instructors are attentive and guide you well.

Hot yoga and warm souls. Love this studio and all of the instructors are fabulous!

I am fairly new to Yoga, mostly going to classes when I travel since most gyms required monthly memberships. I decided to find a home studio in Nashville, and Yoga Harmony is where I am happy. There is a mix of backgrounds among the students, and the teachers are really pleasant with great instruction/​feedback. The class offerings are abundant. I haven’t been to a community class yet, but that might be a good/​inexpensive introduction to this studio. I found the pricing to be reasonable, and they offer 20% discounts on major holidays. My only note of caution is that if you plan to attend the 4:30 pm (and possibly 6 pm) class, leave early, Charlotte Ave turns into a zoo during evening rush hour.

There are some interesting things happening at Yoga Harmony. It’s become my yoga studio of choice, as it’s close to my house, they run occasional percentage-​off specials on their class packages, and I’ve had very good experiences with several teachers.
Let’s start off by saying, the Bikram yoga series — which is unofficially recognized as a Hot-​26 class, for studios and classes that are not officially sanctioned by the Bikram association — is no longer my preferred yoga class. It’s SO hot in the room, and it’s the same postures in the same order. Every time. Thankfully Yoga Harmony offers what I prefer most, which is a heated Vinyasa class! Not as hot, but an INCREDIBLE work-​out for both mind and body (and spirit, if you entertain the notion). My intro class to Yoga Harmony was the Mid-​Week Mix-​up, which incorporated Vinyasa AND some Bikram poses into the 75-​minute class. I’ve enjoyed this and the Harmony Yoga class, as well as the Allegro class which I just experienced for the first time.
The studio has a nice vibe — it’s a beautifully done small area, now with creatively designed changing areas to try on Yoga Harmony’s new apparel.

Yoga Harmony is a wonderful studio. The staff is so friendly and welcoming! It has a warm and relaxing atmosphere. During class the teacher’s pay attention to the students and help adjust your pose when needed. I love this studio and highly recommend it.

I LOVE THIS PLACE.
I had never taken a yoga class before, and had always wanted to try hot yoga. I am SO glad I did. The teachers are very knowledgeable and they prompt you easily from position to position.
What I also love is the infrared heat. Instead of using the traditional method of pumping up the HVAC heat, they use infrared that works with your own body heat to help heat the room. It’s surprisingly very tolerable! It’s definitely a sweat you feel good about, and you don’t feel dirty.
They have mats and towels for rent which I love. I haven’t purchased a yoga towel yet, but have been renting them and it’s only $ 1. It really helps when you are doing vinyasa type positions so you aren’t sliding all around.
The teachers have been really supportive of me starting out, and give great alternative positions for those of us who aren’t as flexible.
I HIGHLY recommend this place. I LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT.

This is a really warm place to practice yoga and I don’t just mean the temperature! (groan, I am lame, yes…)
The practice is the traditional Bikram postures, so if you have been you know what you’re getting into. The great part is for people who haven’t been! Yoga Harmony’s staff and regular yogi’s are extremely welcoming and encouraging to newcomers and have a lot of great adjustments and advice to those of us who have practiced other (super popular) places where it is just ‘follow the leader’ and you don’t get any personal attention at all.
Its a a little ‘out of the way’ for people who live in Nashville proper, but just a short trip from Sylvan Park or the 46^th Ave exit on 40W with very easy ‘on/​off’ access to the freeway and lots of parking behind the studio.
Super clean and stink free, too! If you practice at Hot Yoga Nashville, I encourage you to give this place a try. Same price, smaller hands on classes, easier parking! I think Friday nights are donation based for charity, so its a good time to see if you like it!
Nashville is really lucky to have so many quality yoga studio’s with southern charm and friendliness. I think Yoga Harmony is a welcome addition and your best bet for the traditional Bikram (26) series.