Moksha Yoga Burnaby

I’m a permanent fan of hot yoga and have practiced it at several studios including Bikram’s for 3 years prior to joining Moksha about 3 months ago. This studio has a very welcoming vibe, people are friendly and real. They offer a variety of classes but they’re variations on the same series of postures. Once in awhile a teacher will throw in a crow pose or dolphin plank here and there. It’s really a great series for beginners. I find the studio temperatures to be a little cool sometimes but I tend to work extra hard so I always sweat no matter what. The live music classes are awesome. I didn’t think I would like them as much as I do… I have managed to reach hot yoga nirvana in a couple of those classes. The instructors are all fine, like every other studio people will gravitate to their favorites. My preference is for instructors that just give basic, safe, clear verbal cues and do some hands on corrections. I don’t like a lot of philosophizing or teachers telling me to be thankful for this that and the other thing. Still, I just tune out when that happens because every studio has teachers that like to do that and this one is no different. I don’t usually let who is teaching the class dictate whether I go to or enjoy the class. My main priority is the time slot of the class and the type of class. My favorites here are the live music and flow classes, but many other people like the yin and hatha classes. For variety and number of classes offered, this is the best studio I have been to in the 8 years I’ve practiced yoga. The ladies change room is excellently laid out and really pleasant to use. They have enough showers, hairdryers, even a straightener to do your hair. It is always spotless, there’s always someone coming in to tidy up. Don’t know about the men’s but assume it’s just as good. There’s a no cell phone rule in the studio which some people ignore, but that’s not the studio’s fault, just some people either can’t read or just don’t care. They always have delicious tea brewing and I enjoy having a cup before or after a class. There is a good community atmosphere here, that’s nice to see. I have a «Moksha Freedom» membership $ 144 p/​month includes mat and towel service. Since I go to about 20 classes a month, it’s actually a bargain. I would recommend the $ 40 intro month to anyone out there who likes hot yoga or wants to try it out for the first time.

This place is amazing. The staff are very friendly and they called me to follow up after my first week to ask how I was enjoying the studio. It is clean and a very relaxing space. Moksha is definitely less rigid than Bikram (and less smelly). Often (at least to all the classes I’ve been to), there is laughter during the classes, and constant reminders not to take yourself too seriously as it’s «just yoga». The teachers are not set for each class to provide variety for the students who, like me, always attend the same class. The studio offers a variety of class types. Moksha flow is a great alternative if you like more movement.
Change rooms are large and clean (the whole studio is very clean!) and locks are provided for the lockers (you can leave your keys or DL to borrow one). There is a quiet room with couches if you want to chill there before/​after class.
My only complaint is that after my first month for $ 40 was about to expire — I received an email reminding me that offered me $ 20 off the purchase of a membership, and when I tried to purchase online, the Promo Code was rejected. I was informed by the studio that it only applies to monthly memberships and not punch cards, which was disappointing since monthly memberships aren’t worth it for me. It didn’t deter me from purchasing a punch card anyway. They do offer a 15% discount if you renew your membership before your current membership runs out. Punch Cards are included in this offer. Also, Punch Cards are cheaper if you buy them online as opposed to in the studio.
Great place to practice!

Fun yoga studio! You get a good sweat on and a peace of mind. The changing room is really well laid out, and the instructors are very nice. They do different events in the community, so be sure to check them out. Their live-​music classes are my favourite! Not a fan of the price, but if you get a package/​monthly deal, it’s worth it. Lastly, for their evening and early morning classes, show up early because it get packed pretty quickly (you’ll be shoved to the back it you arrive five minutes before a session. In all, it’s a good yoga studio!

Have been practicing here for almost a year now. The ambiance is calming and very naturalistic. The aroma surrounds you the moment you walk in– they burn eucalyptus, I believe. The space is warm, welcoming, yet professional. Change/​bathroom/​showers are always clean, and it is spacious despite its one-​studio (they have recently expanded another room upstairs) capacity. Teachers could be more helpful, and it would be nice for them to set a class cap lower than simply the capacity of the room, since sometimes it does get fairly crowded, which is especially uncomfortable in the heat. Another down side is that the same routine does get repetitive after a couple of times. However, they do offer an array of other types of classes such as yin, Moksha advanced, Moksha Flow, etc. Live music classes are absolutely darling (downside is that you have to constantly look over to the instructor to see what’s going on)! Check in is extremely easy: you simply give them your name. They are extremely generous in that I have forgotten towel/​mat and even class fares multiple times and they’ve let me get away with carrying it over to the next class. Will be practicing here for years to come!

This place is awesome! I’ve tried hot yoga at other studios in the past but Moksha definitely stands out for me. Their classes are far less rigid than Bikram’s; the poses flow in a standard sequence but different teachers mix things up just a little bit each time to keep it interesting. If you’ve tried Bikram’s before, you probably know what I’m talking about — their instructors sound like robots who have memorized a script. The studio is very clean and is never stuffy or nor smelly, even when classes are jam packed. Change rooms are also spacious and clean, and they do provide locks for your valuables. Lots of parking right on Hastings outside as well as on the side. Check out their intro month special for $ 40 if you’ve never been — it’s definitely worth it.

Big fan of this studio. Have practiced the other version of hot yoga, but not a fan of the regimental process and wide variety in quality. Want to get heat, well balanced instruction and an clean well run studio. Check out this studio. Staff are friendly. All the necessities required.

A wonderful studio with great staff and a calming environment. There are a few added bonuses, too. Firstly, if you are a student you get your first week free! Secondly, on Tuesday (8pm) and Thursday (930pm) nights you practice yoga to the soothing sound of live acoustic music. My time at Moksha Yoga Burnaby has been one of the best experiences I have had at a yoga studio!

Now, just to be clear, 5 stars are TOTALLY for the $ 5 Karma classes on Friday. I haven’t taken any of their other classes, and I won’t…because there’s $ 5 classes on Fridays!
I’ve only ever practiced with Cassandra, but she’s awesome. Maybe a bit too sweet, or inadvertantly hilarious with her sayings and insight. But I love it. Excellent people go every Friday too… I won’t be passing up this opportunity any time soon. Classes are also quite small… I think the max people i’ve practiced with was maybe 10 or so! So, small, intimate, and you can really focus on your own work. Make sure you get there early though, at least 15 minutes — 30 minutes for the Karma classes, on the off chance that is full (i.e. when it rains).
The facility itself is pretty sweet… nice showers/​washroom facility. If you’re going to public transport it, it’s a bit out of the way, but doable for sure. The only problem is getting back afterwards, but so far people have been awesome with lifts.
See you on Friday!
Namaste :D