CorePower Yoga

This place seems nice. It’s in my neighborhood so somewhat convenient. did the week trial so I got a free towel/​mat. Bathrooms are super clean and modern. Took a C1 class and it was pretty newbie friendly, and the instructor was really nice too (I think her name was Sky). I’ve been out of practice for about a year and she helped me adjust my forms. Felt my chakras somewhat restored after the class. I’d probably come back and maybe buy a package.

I’ve practiced a bunch of different styles/​studios, and CorePower hits the sweet spot for me – particularly this CorePower studio, which is only a mile from my apartment.
There are a bunch of different teachers there, and they each do things a little differently – and some of them do things a lot differently, every time, which is great. So I can go to the classes knowing roughly what to expect, but there’s enough variety that I don’t zone out.
All the teachers and staff I’ve talked to there have been super nice.
C2 and Sculpt are both great. HPF is not my thing – I prefer Bikram for that style of yoga – but not everything is for everyone.
The rooms are hot but not sweltering, and the 1 hour practice is realistic for weekdays. The schedule is great, and I especially appreciate the late classes (8:30PM).
Oh, and these are the cleanest studios I’ve ever seen. Really. They don’t smell bad – at all! And clean, modern, nice locker rooms and showers.
The «rush hour» (5:30PM, 6PM) classes tax the capacity of the studios and the men’s locker room (don’t know about women’s), so get there early.
As someone else mentioned, bring your own mat and towel if you can, and you’ll save a few bucks.
Get two weeks free to start, and then look for deals on GroupOn and GiltCity.

Classes are nice enough and provide a good workout, but they’re nothing special. If it were less expensive it would still be worth it, but for the price I don’t think it is.
A big disadvantage is that it functions like the corporate chain that it is, so if you call them to ask a question, instead of getting a human located at the Fremont desk, you get a long automated message that then tells you that you are, for example, 16^th in line and that your waiting time is 20min. You can leave a message, in which case you’ll get a call back hours later from someone in Colorado or some other random place. All of this is a bit much to just ask for the schedule. Indeed, I’ve had to call a few times to know when the next class is because their website doesn’t work for me. (other star off)
Verdict: the classes are nice enough, but if I’m going to get a membership at a yoga studio I’d rather go to a local business that has a human on the phone, a well-​functioning website, and more varied class offerings.

I joined Corepower as a black tag member in August and I love it! Growing up I played competitive basketball but I hurt my knee, so I have been practicing off and on since I was 17. Despite the lack of cardio I find yoga to be an amazing workout and it has been great therapy to strengthen my knee along with the rest of my body. The one thing that turns me off from doing it is snooty yogis and a lot more focus on the mind aspect versus the body. Which is why I switched to this studio! Brownie points for CPY being conveniently located 2 blocks from my job in SOMA.
First the studio itself, it has 3 rooms all wood floors. Depending on the class you go to some are more crowded than others. Plan accordingly, since they are getting more popular you can’t spread out as much. There are lockers, bathrooms and showers. The bathroom has had 3 plumbing issues since I’ve been coming here. The lockers can be a shit show but it’s not that big of a deal.
Second the instructors, each have their own style. I’ve been to a few different classes and I really like Emily and Jess’ sculpt classes. Emily tends to focus on the whole body while Jess does a lot of arms. I suggest you go to a few different classes and find what you like!

I love CorePower. While my favorite Sculpt instructor is in LA, it’s great to have a CPY in SF, now! Sculpt is my favorite class; it’s heated, uses weights and has vinyasa and core elements, making it a super-​strong workout. Haven’t met at CPY class I didn’t like – they’re all stellar.
You will get out of all of these classes what you put in, so it’s up to you to challenge yourself!
Facilities are awesome too, FYI.
I will, however, say that I’m pretty bummed they removed so many class offerings from ClassPass…

I love CPY and have been to most studios in SoCal! Below reviews are for San Francisco location only.
Location — Easy to find. Various classes offered.
Community/​Instructors — Not genuine. Not very supportive. There were a few of them at the desk, but there’s this one lady — she has a plain face and not very friendly. Skye G does hands on adjustments, spiritual texts and smiles during class but not afterwards. When the instructors aren’t genuinely establishing a good/​harmonious atmosphere, the studio fails its purpose.
Studio — The classrooms are new and neat but too small (class is crowded like sardines on a boat) and not well heated. The women’s changing rooms has its own digital locks but need way more lockers.
Class — The flow is too fast, the music beats aren’t matching the movements. Therefore, it’s not very meditating and not helping your core workout.
Overall, it wasn’t a typical CPY experience I expected. CPY is way better than this.

Full on yoga studio that runs well equipped with everything you need! Plus, it’s new!
I love the lounge area, full bathroom that has all the essentials, lockers, front area staff, an extra quiet, heated room to silence the mind and meditate and the yoga sessions that offers many options for different hours!
The yoga sculpting is full on energy! It demands your endurance and prepare to not sweat, but drip all over! I would recommend the core power one and/​or two if you are not looking to go all out on working out!
This yoga studio is awesome and it is convenient that it is a chain so if you join their membership, you can go to any of their locations and check in!

There’s nothing like practicing yoga in a serene setting, and CorePower yoga promises just that. Located right near the freeway and a short walk from the Transbay bus terminal, this studio is everything I imagined yoga in San Francisco or any major city to be like. While they offer limited types of classes, each of the instructors puts their own spin on things and it’s sure to keep you challenged.
Likes:
–wide variety of class time offerings to fit every schedule
–free or discounted membership to take unlimited yoga for first week or so (inquire within on how to obtain this)
–membership prices relatively reasonable compared to other studios in the city
–this studio smells good and has a nice clean feel to it (bye, bye, corn chip-​smelling bikram classes!)
— they also have a juice machine so you can amp up before or after class
–you are sure to get a great workout
–they offer military/​student discounts (always a plus)
–they also sell clothing there (and even have a discount rack – score!)
Dislikes:
–doesn’t provide traditional bikram class (but that’s ok, you still get a great workout anyway… and you will sweat!)

Best yoga studio I have been to.
CorePower offers various classes that will suit various levels and personal goals for that particular day. The heat and music creates a motivating class while the dim lighting keeps it relaxed. Corepower offers a sculpting class which is my personal favorite. You use weights while doing most poses and there are spurts of cardio training. You feel like you had a full weight and cardio workout in addition to finding your zen!
Cherry on top: the amenities are excellent!

Have continued going to the 6:30am classes everyday before work. I have been to most of the different teachers’ classes now and they are all amazing. Planning on joining with their $ 80 unlimited first month deal once my free two weeks are up.
Getting seriously sculpted? YES.
Worth waking up for at 6:00am everyday? YES.
Do I carry around sweat-​drenched clothes in my bag all day? YES.
Have I increased my laundry spending? YES.
Do I have an excuse to buy more Lululemon? YES.

I took three hot yoga sculpt classes here through ClassPass since it’s literally two blocks from my place. Also, they tend to have later classes (like 8:30 PM) that I can actually make it to. I wouldn’t trade the convenience for anything!
I really enjoyed my first time here; it was actually my first yoga class (and obviously first hot yoga one) ever! There’s just enough burn afterward, but you can definitely get through the whole thing. I also prefer sweating to meditation, so this was a great mix for me.
However, by my third class I realized the classes can become repetitive if you don’t switch it up. Everyone in the class already anticipates and starts moving to the next position because the instructor (especially if you get the same one) often repeats the exact same routine from class to class. The first time I felt really behind, but by my third class I could start anticipating the next instruction too. It really ruins the mood to feel like the class could go on without the instructor. Although everyone who works at CPY is super nice, some instructors seem pretty new and aren’t yet super familiar with giving directions, especially at setting the right mood.
Make sure to bring your own towel and mat, as they charge for both. They have a nice locker and shower area though.

I’ve been to several CorePower studios and I’ve always left feeling refreshed, relaxed and motivated. CorePower to me feels a lot like the SoulCycle of yoga. They both stock extremely cute active wear in the front (including Lululemon), the studio is always immaculate and the energy is amazing.
I’ve taken the Hot Power Fusion the past couple of times with different instructors and I felt that although the poses were similar, each instructor brought their own unique energy. For example, one night, the instructor waved an eucalyptus infused towel in the air during Savasana at the end of class. It was definitely one of my favorite classes because of that! On top of that, I really enjoyed being just a 60 minute hot yoga class instead of the traditional 90 minute Bikram classes. Sometimes life happens and 90 minutes can be unbearable!
Some helpful tips:
— CorePower is also on ClassPass, so if you’re part of that, better jump on it!
— A free mat rental is included on your first visit to the studio (otherwise it’s $ 2 for mats and $ 1 for towels)
— There is a water station to fill your bottles by the locker rooms
Lastly, just a heads up to the ladies. The women’s locker room reminds me a whole lot like a sorority house. So be prepared to see clothes, bags and mats everywhere with a ton of sweaty ladies trying to get through!

Wow!
Ich war richtig überrascht, dass mir dieses Yoga gefallen hat, denn erwartet habe ich eine sehr körperbezogene und geistvergessene Lektion — nichts da, unsere Yogalehrerin war super, der Raum nicht zu heiss und doch anders als sonst.
Hier gibt es nämlich eine Art Hot Yoga, jedoch nicht so heiss wie das Bikram Yoga selbst. Das heisst es wird schon heiss, wenn man sich jedoch Sport allgemein oder Yoga gewohnt ist, dann sollte es gehen. Einfach schön langsam und auf den Körper hören. Ihr braucht ein Tuch und trinkt vorher und nachher genug Wasser.
Fand es sehr reinigend und entschlackend — wünsche mir so etwas für Zürich oder obwohl. dort, wo es mich jetzt verschlägt herrscht sowieso karibisches Klima! :)))

I’m not even a big yoga fan, I always thought yoga was never an intense-​enough workout but let me tell you — corepower yoga 2 is intense! In only an hour, I feel amazing afterwards. Highly recommended. and you can use classpass here! =) I will definitely be back! They have so many class options too. Bring your own mat or you can rent one for $ 2
Amenities are also great! They have lockers and shower :) — although if you want to shower here don’t forget to bring your own towels!

I’ve been to CorePower several times now (for both the 6am CPY2 Power Class and the 6:30am CPY Sculpt class), and I’ve been pleased with each visit. I will warn that the sculpt class will definitely take it up a notch; be prepared to get that heart rate up even more than a regular class.)
I totally agree with what Emi H says in her review, that «the universe gives you exactly what you need that day.» I’ve found this to be true 99% of the time. That other 1% usually happens when I take a chance on a yoga studio when I’m traveling.
If I’m not mistaken, all of the classes at CorePower are an hour in length. Sometimes I wish they were longer, but an hour is the perfect length. Also, they heat the room just enough to give you a good sweat but you’re not dripping like you would in Bikram.
This studio is clean and the staff is friendly… I like the mat and towel rental option and the spacious locker room (compared to other studios I’ve been to).
I know that CorePower is a chain of sorts (with a presence in over 15 states to date according to their website), but it’s a business concept that knows what they are doing… I see that they are coming to AZ soon, which is exciting. I have a few favorite studios that I practice at when I’m home, but if they happen to open a CorePower Yoga close enough to where I live, I’d absolutely consider adding them to the rotation. Until then, I’ll frequent CorePower Fremont and elsewhere during my travels… I recommend you do too.
Namaste!

I love to workout especially when I’m traveling because I find that it sets a sense of normalcy to my days away from home. But often when I’m in a new city it can be difficult to find a great yoga workout that’s close to my hotel. Thankfully I used Class Pass during my most recent visit to SF and CorePower in SOMA became my go-​to home away from home for three days.
Each morning I woke to head for their 6am C2 heated yoga class! I sometimes visit CorePower Yoga in my own home town of Honolulu so it was nice to see that there’s a distinct brand consistency. I guess in a way CorePower is the Starbucks of the yoga world? I’m not saying that this is a bad thing because they’ve really dialed in on what’s important to their clientele. Great customer service upon check-​in, modern studio with full amenities such as lockers and complimentary toiletries. I love that I’m getting exactly what I expect every single time. Hey man, there’s a reason why people love their Starbucks.
During my three morning workouts, I had three different instructors and I never knew what to expect. As all yogis know, your instructor can really make or break your workout, but I’ve learned that the Universe gives you exactly what you need that day. I enjoyed each morning workout and if you’ve never tried a heated room, I highly recommend it! You’ll sweat your butt off and release all the toxins that sit in your body. Namaste!

I tried out a Core Power Yoga class last night with my first week of Class Pass.
The business is set up really well. You’ll get a detailed intro from the instructor at reception when you enter.
Head out to the change-​rooms to put your stuff in the free lockers. Mats are available to borrow for the class if you don’t have one, you just need to clean them afterwards.
I tried to the 1 hour and 15 minutes Hot Power Fusion class, which is for all levels. If you’re a basic yogi like me you can just stick with the first instructions, but if you need to be challenged the instructor will give you a couple of extra levels to extend to.
Even if you have a yoga studio that you’re faithful to, I would recommend popping your head into Core Power Yoga to check out the yoga shop. They have some of the best patterned yoga pants I have ever seen, and some great tops also.
The class itself was good. The instructor had a nice way about her, and the music was quite different — a range of instrumental neo-​soul and classical which was a new and enjoyable yoga soundtrack experience for me.
They offered me one week free after I attended my Class Pass class, which is a great trial offer I think.

This is one of my favorite yoga studios in the city. They offer a large variety of classes from ashtanga to flow to power flow to sculpt with weights. The classes have levels so even beginner and advanced practitioners can get what their body needs. They have a week free program so you can try out the different classes, then follow up with discounted bulk classes or an unlimited pass. It’s in the city so drop ins are kind of expensive, $ 25, but you are provided free lockers. Towel rental is $ 1 and mat rental is $ 2 (I think because I always bring my own). There are lockers (free) and showers in the back.
As a backhanded complement the classes are quite full. They are excellent, but if you don’t want to risk touching a stranger during your practice, or hearing a load ohm in your ear, this is not the studio for you. If you want dyamnic, amazing, exhausting, and hard workouts, then come on down.
I really wish they put a cold compress on your head after class like my studio in Austin.

I was really excited to try out the yoga sculpt as that’s the class that gets all of the hype. It’s true that the class is heated and combines yoga with weights. It sounds fantastic BUT my gf and I didn’t enjoy it that much.
The room is heated Bikram style and is very clean with hardwood floors. We were impressed with the sleek and modern appearance of the place. Looks swanky! What we noticed right away was how CROWDED the classes are. The classes after work are so full that yoga mats are inches from each other, so the room feels way hotter than it is because of the body heat. Plus, there’s no room to move your body without hitting the person next to you. The yoga itself was good for stretching, but we were hoping for a good workout with the weights. Just swinging our arms around for the various warrior positions while carrying weights wasn’t such a good workout. Plus, with how hot the room was with the body heat we couldn’t push ourselves to use heavier weights because we were so dehydrated and there was so much sweat dripping into our eyes and all over our mats.
I wasn’t sore and didn’t feel like I got a good workout compared to how I feel at other more traditional studios. This location feels very trendy to me being in SoMa with a lot of young professionals in Lululemon. Maybe other locations are not like this though.
I have yet to try a class during the day since I work, but I would imagine that the day classes are better since they have less people.

Core Power in SF.
Three studios and lots of classes throughout the day.
All classes are heated. My favorite is Yoga Sculpt, a class that incorporates weights and cardio into a yoga vinyasa.
Instructors vary but are mostly young, energetic, fit, happy yoga folk.
Core Power is awesome, my only complaint about the Fremont Street studio is the parking. Can be tough like most places in SF.

This is one of my favorite yoga studios in SF, both from the actual space, cleanliness, crowdedness (or lack thereof), and because I’ve found some of my favorite teachers here.
This is one of my favorite places that does hot yoga. They heat the room to 85 – 90 degrees, so it’s warm enough that you’ll be dripping with sweat by the end of the class, but not warm enough that you want to pass out /​feel like you’re doing yoga in a sauna. For a room where everyone is dripping sweat everywhere and it’s pretty gross by the end of the class, the room is always clean and doesn’t smell. It’s also large enough so that you’re not just a hand’s distance away from the person next to you and dripping all over their mat. At least, that’s what I usually find during the weekend classes, which makes sense because it’s in FiDi and most people work there vs. live there. For me, it’s worth the extra trek to go there on the weekends vs. going to yoga in the Marina, for the lack of crowdedness.
I’ve taken a few types of classes here, but the CorePower2 Heated Class is my favorite — it’s a fast vinyasa class that also gets my muscles warm and stretched out. Danni (Saturday mornings @ 12 pm) is my favorite teacher here — he’s friendly, funny, and encouraging. His music also is awesome: think Ed Sheeran, Hozier, a little bit of dance/​EDM music. It’s like listening to Spotify’s Favorite Coffeehouse playlist and doing a really great, intense yoga session.
You’ll have to bring your own yoga mat, otherwise you’ll have to rent for $ 2. Also, if you want a towel, it costs $ 1 to rent (even if you want to shower, which doesn’t really make sense because nobody is going to bring their own towel from home and then carry a damp towel all day). Minus points for that. Also, the towel that you rent is like a small yoga towel, so you’ll have to decide which part of your body you want to cover when you get out of the shower. If you have to pay $ 1, at least give me a towel that is large enough.
The locker rooms can get pretty crowded, but they have digital-​code lockers, showers with shampoo, conditioner, body wash.
All in all, this is one of my favorite yoga studios in SF and I’m happy to make it part of my weekly routine on the weekends.