Hotpod Yoga Reading
BEST FOR
Ages 16+
WHERE
Reading
What it’s like
An adults-only heated yoga studio in Reading, strictly over-16s and not open to pregnant people either.
This one's for the grown-ups only. Hotpod Yoga runs heated classes in a pop-up dome, and the studio is firm that under-16s and pregnant people can't take part, the heat pushes exertion and body temperature up in a way they don't consider safe for either group.
Turn up 10 to 15 minutes before your class starts. The doors get locked once the class begins and there's no slipping in late, security reasons apparently, but it does mean you need to actually leave on time rather than rolling in as the clock ticks over. They also suggest skipping food for the hour before you go in, which makes sense once you picture doing sun salutations on a full stomach in a heated room.
The booking system has some sting to it if your plans change. Cancel within 3 hours of the class and you lose the credit on your pass, and if you're on a membership without a set number of classes you'll be charged £10 for a no-show or £5 for a late cancellation. Worth being honest with yourself about whether you'll actually make it before you book. There's a Q-Park multi-storey right next door, which takes the parking stress out of it at least.
Need to know
- Parking
- Located next to Q-Park multi-storey car park
- Arrive 10-15 minutes early, late arrivals aren't let in once the class has started
- Try not to eat in the hour before class
- Cancellations within 3 hours of class lose your credit, or cost £5 to £10 on some memberships
- The booking system has a blackout period from 1am to 5am when nothing updates
Plan your visit
Can kids come along?
No, under-16s aren't allowed in. They've occasionally run kids' classes but nothing on a regular schedule.
What if I'm pregnant, can I still do a class?
Unfortunately not. The heat raises exertion and body temperature to a level they consider unsafe in pregnancy.
What happens if I'm late?
The doors lock once the class starts and you won't be let in, so aim to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early.
What's the cancellation policy?
Cancel more than 3 hours before class and you keep your credit. Cancel later than that, or don't show up, and you'll lose the credit or face a £5 to £10 charge depending on your membership.
Is there parking nearby?
The studio sits right next to the Q-Park multi-storey car park.
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