Bikram Yoga Burr Ridge

Bikram is a great way to jump start a detox. Yes. It is a CHALLENGE. It is not easy. It is a go at your own comfort and pace class. The teachers push you to the best of your abilities, but if you need to step out, there is no shame in doing so. Bring a TOWEL, a change of clothes, and a big water. You’ll feel great after. For those who don’t like to sweat this is not for you.
Advice: Do a little reading about Bikram practice before coming. Maybe than you will see «the point of sweating.»

The teachers were fabulous at BYBR! The studio was immaculate, and the music was so calming. It was a wonderful experience for myself and my girlfriends. We will definitely be back on a regular basis! Best Bikram studio I’ve been to!

Overall a nice looking studio but I’m not impressed with Bikram Yoga. First of all it’s way to hot and humid and I can’t see the benefit of sweating to the point of dehydration until you feel lightheaded, dizzy and sick to your stomach. I tried two different 90 minute sessions, during the first sessions I hated it and and during the 2^nd 90 minute session I just thought to myself this is enough. I didn’t feel any better after either session nor do I see or feel any benefit to doing Bikram Yoga.
Also what’s worse is that the instructors encourage you to stay in the heated room even if you are having adverse reactions from sitting in extreme heat and humidity for 90 minutes straight. These instructors are not doctors or medical providers so they have no authority to say that you will feel better if you stay in the humid room. Keep in mind it’s not like your hottest 100 degree day outside, it’s worse! As soon as class is over everyone rushes out anyway so what’s the relaxation point of this Yoga. I also didn’t feel I could stretch any better because the room was heated. I may consider trying regular Yoga but I know I will never try Bikram Yoga again.

I visited this studio 3 times while in the area. I had 3 different instructors and thought all were fabulous. The room seemed hot, even for a Bikram studio– I didn’t feel the minor temperature fluctuations I have at some other studios.
But– it is a very well maintained studio. It doesn’t have the carpeting but a solid mat floor which was great to work on. It’s a little soft so you just need a towel, really. And it doesn’t have that funky smell the carpet gets when they need to be cleaned.
There is filtered water really available and 3 shower stalls in the women’s restroom.
Lots of classes throughout the day and evening. None felt crowded even though there were quite a few students present for the three I attended. Everyone was very friendly– students and instructors. I will definitely come back the next time I’m in town.

Absolutely love Bikram Yoga and BRBY is the best place I have practiced. The studio is clean, welcoming and plenty of free parking. The instructors are very personable and always happy to give guidance and recommendations.
There are a lot of class options to choose from and all the yogis are super great.
If you haven’t been to Bikram Yoga before it is never too late too start! Get in there, sweat it out and leave it all on the mat.

Beautiful studio and awesome instructors. The only true Bikram in the western suburbs. And the floor is not carpeted per older reviews. It’s really nice. I was thrilled to see familiar instructors from the Chicago (wicker park, south loop, & Lincoln park 105) studios I’ve been going to for years. They are the best!
This studio also does a 60 min abbreviated practice (I think they do each pose 1 time??). I haven’t tried yet but I will! It’s not as easy to take the 90 minutes plus travel with a baby at home so I like the option of a shortened version offered 1−2x a week.
Highly recommended! Any seasoned practicer of Bikram will appreciate. Anyone new to practice-don’t be nervous and tell them you’re beginning.

Yay for trying new things! I’ve considered trying hot and/​or Bikram yoga since I first heard about it in high school. Fast forward to current times. A client of mine takes classes here and had a certificate for a free session, which she graciously gave to me! I invited my BFF to do it with me… but I didn’t know this was her first yoga class in her LIFE. So it was more challenging for her than I.
I had a hard time finding the studio at first, as it’s tucked away on Tower. You remove your shoes when you first enter the studio and are greeted by the instructors at the front desk. They were very nice and made us feel comfortable, as we were a little nervous. The locker room is upstairs, and has a few showers, a few stalls, and cubby holes for your stuff.
Classes are 90 minutes long and follow the same Bikram yoga sequence every time. The room itself (With a large peace sign on it) is large with mirrors in front and slow-​moving fans above. I’m not sure what the ground is made of, but it’s not carpet nor is it hardwood. If you don’t have your own yoga mat and yoga towel, they can lend you one for a small fee. Of course, the room is HELLA HOT because duh, Bikram yoga. You sweat the minute you step into the room.
I like the instructors that I’ve had. They explained things fairly well. Rather than join in on the practice, they stand near the front and speak the directions. They let you know that if you need a break, you can sit down. However, I feel a little intimidated by the clientele there. It’s hard to describe, but I felt a sense of competition and I felt stupid if I couldn’t nail a pose, or if I needed a break. Maybe it’s all in my head. Bikram yoga itself is pretty intense and finishing it is half the battle, so I wasn’t really digging the vibes from some of my classmates.
Bikram Yoga Burr Ridge is on Groupon and LivingSocial often, so if you’re interested, definitely take advantage of those deals! They also offer you a free class during your birthday month if you’re on their e-​mail list. Classes are more if you just drop in.

When I visit the family in Illinois, I always manage to step away for a few hours and maintain my practice at BYBR. It’s the closest authentic Bikram studio to the Palos/​Southwest suburban area and I love their no-​frills, yet beautiful location. It’s super-​easy to get to if you’re taking I-​55 South or Rt.83 and the free parking is never a problem. The studio is clean and large and boasts natural lighting, multiple bathrooms and has a separate coat and locker/​changing area. The teachers are awesome, articulate and have zero ego. I will definitely practice here again.

My roommate convinced me to sign up for their newcomer’s special $ 49/​unlimited month of bikram yoga. I’ve done a session or two of hot yoga before but it’s definitely been awhile… and needless to say, I was pretty hooked. This studio is super clean & the staff is very helpful. Out of my whole 30 days, I’ve only missed 4 days but you can even go more than once a day if you’re up for it!
Bikram yoga’s not your typical yoga. You’ll be sweating and dripping from places you didn’t know you could drip from… but it has definitely helped with my posture & flexibility. If I wasn’t going out of town for the next few months, I’d definitely be signing up for their regular membership!

I’ve been coming for about 4 – 5 months and have nothing but positive thoughts about the studio. The yoga space is large and modern, there are plenty of cubbies and places to put your coat and bag, and he teachers have been excellent. As a beginner and someone who is still learning all of the moves, I thought the instructors do a very nice job in explaining the ropes and I, contrary to some assertions above, never felt that they in anyway tried to shame or embarrass me nor have I seen such tactics by the yogis directed at others. Also, some have commented on the carpet and that they got «yelled» at when leaving the class early. As far as I know, both the carpet and the strong discouragement against leaving early are part of the «official» Bikram way. I can’t imagine doing triangle on a wood floor (too slippery) and it would be a tremendous disruption if everyone got up and left early. 90 minutes of Bikram is hard, but the health benefits are numerous. I’ve lost weight, have toned up all over — the legs and behind you’d expect but also suprisingly in the abs (which, believe me, could use) and arms –, and feel a calmness and mental clarity that other exercises have not given me. But, for me, the real bonus has been the increased flexibility. I’ve always been a tin-​man in terms of flexibility and Bikram has really tackled that head on.

I came here with my husband over the holidays while we were in town for a few weeks visiting family after a trip abroad. I am just now getting around to writing a review on this place, and I have to say I am surprised that other people have written such positive reviews. I preface this review by saying I love our bikram studio at home. Maybe it is unfair to compare this studio to our home one. Maybe the holidays are an off time to attend classes here. Who knows. All I can say is this studio could not compare. The changing rooms and entry area itself was nice. However, that is where my positives end for this place.
First, the studio is carpeted. It’s disgusting. It smells terrible in there, and if you go to any class but the very first class of the day, the floor feels damp. Second, if you try to do any variation, any at all, from the way a pose is being demonstrated or instructed to be done, the instructors not only correct you, they shame you! During one wide-​legged stretch pose, I wanted to turn so my feet would remain on my mat rather than straddle my mat and put my feet on the carpeted floor. I was loudly and rudely corrected in front of the whole class and told that not only could I not do it that way (say what? I am paying to be here, and so long as my pose is correct, who cares if I prefer to remain on my mat?!?), but I was also told, with attitude, that I needed to build leg strength by doing the pose in the way they said. On a separate occasion, right after I had returned from two weeks abroad the night before and was feeling a bit ill and got up to step out of class. I was chased to the door and out to the waiting area and told I needed to get back in to do the closing sequence! Seriously? It’s yoga people. I practice bikram to get exercise, a good sweat, and to clear my mind. It is not that serious. I would not recommend this studio to anyone who approaches it similar to me!

i come here whenever they do a special.
it’s lovely! the studio is kept very clean & hip.
the owner & teachers along with the other yogis
that practice there are fabulous.
would highly recommend if you’re into personal challenges!

I live in the city where hot yoga is plentiful. I was happy to find a place near my work that offered hot yoga. The facility is very modern and clean. The actually yoga space is fairly large. The instruction is very good. The only thing that I am not fond of is that the studio is carpeted.

This place is great. Clean, open, new!!! It’s WAY, WAY BETTER THAN NAPERVILLE!!! Now if I could only commit to the damn classes because they make you feel like a new person. Truly.

I found a sweet Living Social deal for this place — $ 25 for one month unlimited Bikram Yoga. The location is a little off the beaten path (in an mostly office building/​warehousing type area), but very easy to get to from I-​55.
Normal prices are a little outrageous for me. But, the place is really nice and the yoga guides are great. Also, I’m sure the heating bill doesn’t help either.
The class itself was amazing. I felt like I had a good a$$ kicking from it. I’d love to go to a few more classes.