Yoga Hut

So I went here a few years back and had an awful experience. I was just writing some other reviews here on Unilocal and thought I would throw this one in for fun.
I’ve been practicing for 10 years now, and never have I been treated so rudely. Which is unfortunate because the space is beautiful.
The teacher was Rose and it was a regular probably Hatha class. There were only 2 other students in the class (which is super — I certainly don’t believe a studio has to be the most popular place in town to have excellent yoga). I let the teacher know ahead of time that I was a regular practicing yogi so don’t fret over me because I was a new student there.
So the class starts with a 5 minute child’s pose and then we moved immediately into down dog. Of course my hams were tight. I chose to keep my knees bent, because I was taught you warm up to it — you know, safety and not pulling muscles thing.
Rose told me to straighten my legs, and I shook my head no, as I was still in the down dog pose. Rose asked if my hamstrings were tight, I shook my head yes, and she replied: «That’s why you need to straighten your legs. It’s just physics.»
I’ll just leave that here for you to ponder on and decide if you’d like to practice with this person.

First, beautiful space! Absolutely gorgeous. You feel relaxed, energized, and happy as soon as you walk into it. Seriously, you can feel the stress of the day just fade away and you’ll be happy just standing there. This place is a total gem in the middle of Denton. You can’t see much from the road, and much of what you can see from the road doesn’t wow, but once you get through the gates you find yourself in this amazing garden with wind chimes singing softly all around you, the soothing sound of beautiful fountains, and in every direction there is just beauty. The garden is full of thick, lush, brilliant green foliage everywhere. There are artfully designed garden beds every way you turn, soothing and attractive garden sculptures, just all you could want in a garden. I literally can’t describe it. You have to see it to believe it. Not to mention the actual yoga studio is probably one of the most beautiful spaces I’ve ever seen. Well in Texas that is! Lol! It’s open, bright, and filled with beautiful and inspiring pieces. From statues to artwork the place is artfully done. You’ll love it!
Second, Rose? Lovely lady. I have never done any yoga, and was feeling very nervous about it all, and she made me feel totally and completely comfortable in a matter of moments. She was very thorough in teaching me some basic positions, and worked with me to modify the ones I was having difficulty with. She assured me the entire time that I was doing great, pointed out what was coming naturally to me, and gave advice on how to improve movements I was struggling with. She paid close attention to how every part of my body was moving and corrected me efficiently. She’s just a really great teacher.
She’s also incredibly informed. Every question I asked she had an answer for. I wanted to know more about the background and philosophy of yoga, and she is definitely a wealth of knowledge. I look forward to learning more from her. It’s always wonderful to learn from someone who is so passionate about what they do, and Rose definitely has passion for yoga.
Third, price. Oh yeah. This place is definitely reasonably priced. I have been researching yoga for a few weeks now, trying to pin down the kind of yoga I wanted to start practicing, finding a place nearby, making sure the teacher was knowledgeable and certified, and yes, I did a quick search to make sure The Yoga Hut’s credentials checked out, and most importantly finding a place that fit in my budget. The Yoga Hut? You simply can’t beat the price. Well, if you buy the package that is. Their drop in rate isn’t too bad, but it definitely saves you tons of money to purchase the package.
So there is my review. If you’re looking for a new yoga place, or looking to try yoga for the first time, I definitely recommend The Yoga Hut!

Lori is by far one of the best instructors. The area you are relaxing in is perfect and it sets the mood just right. The classes are cheaper if you buy the package so it’s always better to commit to yoga!

Very nice, comfortable environment.
I have taken a handful of classes here and always leave feeling fantastic.
The instructors are kind and knowledgable. The only reason why I didn’t give 5 stars is because the parking situation is weird. They have their own lot, but with a full class it is very hard to maneuver your vehicle without fear of running into someone else.

The instruction and personal attention you receive at yoga hut is superb. I practiced there for a while, before I moved to New York, and, looking back, I can’t believe how amazing Yoga Hut really is. The price is VERY good, the instruction is top notch and personal, and the atmosphere is friendly and encouraging.
Do yourself a huge favor. Go take a class with Lori or Chris. They are amazing and you will be hooked. :)

I love this place. The instructors are very nice, helpful, and really try to accomodate your needs (especially if you have any injuries). The classes are set up for all different types of yoga. It is a small and intimate space.
Yoga hut is where I first started practicing yoga. I have since moved to a different state and am attending a different, larger studio. I can really appreciate my learning experience at the Hut. I get less attention in a larger studio and there are almost no corrections on the part of the instructor. I’m glad I learned how my body is supposed to feel and what is correct posture in the poses with the Yoga Hut.

It’s worth checking out the yoga hut just to see the space itself. There’s a beautiful garden surrounding the buildings (a couple of which are full on oriental style) at part of the «complex» (in which besides yoga hut there is a massage studio and communal living spaces.) The garden has many little fountains, benches and animal statues. Part of the space used to be an ashram, and the garden area completely exudes tranquility.
The yoga studio itself is fairly small. I love that you can hear the sound of wind chimes outside and there are sky lights on the roof… it’s a great thing to be able to see tree branches fluttering in the breeze before going into sivasana.
Most of the classes at Yoga Hut are in the Iyengar tradition, with a heavy focus on achieving proper alignment. There is a great use of props, including chairs, bolsters, blocks, and straps. The props allow students of varying levels and body types to adapt the pose (or maybe you could say, adapt themselves) in order to maximize the benefit. In principle I think the use of props is fantastic and often essential, given the lifestyles we live, our bodies need some help.
However I sometimes find it cumbersome to be constantly taking something out and putting it to the side, getting it out of the way for your neighbor, etc., especially since the room itself is relatively small. Overall the vibe of most of the classes are more «workshoppy» than «flowy». Many of us including myself can benefit from this as we may be «flowing along» with bad alignment, but I do sometimes miss just doing a few sun salutations in a row without stopping to analyze each part along the way.
In any case, the 3 teachers at the yoga hut are each very knowledgeable and have their own unique style. (Paula’s classes are unique from many others that I have taken with a lot of emphasis on breath work and energy flow.)
As a relatively small studio there are not that many class offerings, usually about 1 or 2 a day. Hopefully if people continue to go they will consider offering a heavier schedule. (I’d love to see classes at 7 or 8 a.m.!)

Location: an architectural gem and a zen state of wonderment! A real Ashram in Denton of all places…
There’s plenty of parking in the back where the studio is located on this property. Take your time to wander throughout the complex. It’s truly a peaceful arrangment of water, stone & wood, and garden.
Studio: very small and clean space with wooden floors, adequate mirror space, and lots of natural sunlight. There are storage bins to hold your belongings, but it’s behind the instructor’s desk and space fills up quickly.
Teachers: extremely helpful for both newbies and seasoned yoga-​goers.
The beginning of classes starts with a chanting of «om’s», which i find relaxing and helps my breathing for the rest of the practice. But at the end of the class, sometimes, there’s this other chant that i’m not familar with, so i just take deep and long inhalations and exhalations to relax the mind and body.
Classes are very afforadable, only $ 10 for a drop-​in for the non-​commitals like me. But they also have reasonable packages and memberships for the devoted locals.
Helpful Tips: The more ‘hardcore’ classes are on Tues. and Thurs, and I believe on Saturdays (so i’m told). I went on a Tues evening, and it kicked my butt for the next few days (but in a very non-​threatening kind of way).
Overall: Yoga Hut does a body GOOD!
Namaste