Live Lotus

Live Lotus is a yoga studio that opened up right around the corner from me and I couldn’t be happier! I’m loving this studio! Its beautiful, clean, and so serene. Ha! In all seriousness, everything about it is welcoming, from the underground parking (though I walk), to the changing rooms and free toiletries, to the staff, and of course, the studio itself.
I’ve taken classes with several of the instructors and all have been super pleasant and very tuned to the needs of the attendees. I’ve been loving the restorative classes, and I find that each instructor infuses their own flavor into the class, so no two are alike. As a nice bonus, many of the instructors offer a little temple massage with essential oil at the end of the session. I plan to be a long time member of this new community, I’m super grateful Live Lotus came to my neighborhood!

This is a gem. The classes itself are just excellent but it is probably the below things that makes it stand out. a] ambience b] super great staff c] convenience (free mats, towels, blocks, etc). It is a great studio for all levels. Btw, it also has its own parking lot!
I found all instructors to be awesome but a special mention for Danielle Q! She is just amazing! I am always super excited to get to her class :)

I met Live Lotus by the help of Groupon! Then I’ve loved this place! One of the best yoga studios I’ve seen! The studio is so clean; restrooms and changing rooms as well. There are various hand creams, brushes, buckles for free! Mats and towels are free, too! The staff is very kind and friendly. The instructors are helpful! The practice satisfies me, absolutely!
Finally, a perfect yoga studio in downtown!

The small class size and easy parking is the biggest perk of the studio. The facility is still under construction, but it doesn’t affect the class.
My favorite class is Monique’s restorative class. AMAZING! It’s the perfect way to unwind after a tough day at work. I only wish there was a weekend option because it’s hard to make it to the 5:15 class.

As an avid yogi, I am always seeking to experience new yoga studios. Live Lotus definitely appealed to me because it is in my neighborhood of Japantown. Luckily, there’s a convenient underground parking structure for those not within walking distance of the place. I absolutely enjoyed Lacy’s 5:15 class and MJ’s 7:00 power yoga. Unfortunately, they only offer those two classes every Thursday, so I did wish they offered more power yoga classes throughout the week. The studio itself is really beautiful and offers showers, changing rooms, and has a little boutique. A couple things that personally bothered me was how annoying the neighboring lightrail train was during my practice and I’m all about room to warmer temperature yoga classes, so I found it really bothersome when they would blast the AC and freeze my muscles so tight to the point of stiffness. I would actually have to bring sweaters to keep myself warm, but that was the first time I ever had to do such a thing at a yoga studio. Anyways, other than those issues, I thought Live Lotus was an overall cool studio. If you live or work in the area and want to begin practicing yoga then this would be a great studio to begin your practice.

Lovely new yoga studio! They have thought about all the small details that make for a great studio — changing rooms, various amenities, waiting area, cubbies, aromatherapy, etc. Also, they provide all props and yoga mats so you don’t need to bring anything at all. The design of the studio and yoga space is calming and minimalist and really allows for a great overall experience.

Beautiful place to practice yoga. They really have taken a focus on making the studio simple yet chic. The instructors are well trained and will help you modify your practice based on your needs.
It’s located above an upcoming spa and has its’ own garage.

I have been going to live lotus since they had their grand opening and this studio has been the best in town that I have been to. The employees are always welcoming and send out positive vibes every time. The studio itself is completely equipped with everything one needs for a complete workout from mats, leg straps, and blocks to burning incenses, cubby lockers, dressing rooms and showers. There are serval different instructors that have different days/​times/​styles for everyone. Check it out for yourself. Namaste

I last practiced yoga years ago off and on so finding Live Lotus was fitting for me as I felt somewhat of a new beginner and Live Lotus has only been open since August. New beginnings for both of us!
All your worries and stressors escape you once you step into the studio. In the evening and when it’s dark enough, you are surrounded by candlelight, black lights and soothing green stars that make you feel you have stepped into another realm where you are able to focus on your inner self and clear you mind. It’s a beautiful experience. During the day the curtains are tied together allowing little pockets of daylight to filter through.
Parking is available under the building but I can see it filling up as word gets around how great Live Lotus is. Mats are provided as well as face towels and bath towels should you need to shower there.
The instructors I’ve met so far are great each allowing you to practice at your own pace, providing modifications if you need them, yet not moving at such a pace that you can’t keep up with them. They are very conscientious of your practice and start the classes by asking if anyone has any injuries. Some will incorporate essential oils by putting a drop on each student’s wrists or massaging peppermint oil into your temples or lightly spraying lavender into the air above you during savasana. Between Sarah, Mary Jane, Aaron and Yvonne I find a certain group of muscles sore the following day depending on who my instructor is.
Definitely glad I chose Live Lotus.

You can watch the stars while you savasana here. Literally. You have to see this place if not for the yoga, then purely for the creative design. Have you ever done yoga under a black light with galaxies and planets and stars displayed across the ceiling (with the use of paint and cool light projectors)? I hadn’t until last night at the mixed levels vinyasa flow class.
Whoa. I loved it. Sarah’s flowy, chilled out music added another element to the class that made it all feel like you’re in the middle of a beautifully designed piece of art, all while doing some basic yoga.
I have yet to take any other classes, but can tell you that if you just want to flow, relax, create some space in your mind and body, with good relaxing music and a unique studio environment, try Live Lotus.
Walking into this studio, I felt more welcome than I have at any other studio. The studio owner’s goal is to cultivate and create a genuine community and you can feel it immediately upon arrival. They also sell some ultra comfortable (and ultra sexy) jeans here. The good quality ones that are durable. The make them in a wide variety to custom fit extra short, average and even tall, long-​legged girls like me.
They have a $ 25/​one week unlimited yoga introductory special for newbies. Also they are located in a building with a plethora of parking on the first floor. The studio is stocked with mats, half-​size blocks, wool blankets, bolsters and straps so even if your forget everything you need for class, they’ve got you covered.
Enjoy!

I am really impressed with this new studio. My first impression of this place was that it had a really nice atmosphere and the staffs were radiating positive vibes. I felt very welcomed by the people that worked there, especially when I was greeted by the owner who approached me and introduced herself. The staffs & instructors were very friendly and approachable.
The studio has a few changing rooms and a couple showers, which includes complementary towels and products you can use to help freshen up. There’s a cubby shelf where you can place your shoes and other belongings. Parking is available underneath the building. Space is limited and I assume it may get crowded once this place gets very popular or during classes at popular hours. The studio itself has really nice dark and long curtains that can block out the bright sunlight, yet provide some dim lighting for great ambiance. And there’s complimentary yoga equipments for you to use.
I’m definitely excited to return for another session. :)

OMG this is the yoga studio I’ve been waiting for! The facilities are amazing. In addition to the usual amenities like cubbies for shoes and mats they have showers w/​towel service! Cool right?! Plus the studio itself is clean and some of the sessions are in candlelit with super majestic celestial light projections on the ceiling! It really sets the tone. And the whole building has an air of clean top notch design. Those elements in the website and throughout the whole building.
I usually go during the middle of the day to avoid traffic. But they also have early morning and evening sessions as well.
The sessions themselves are accessible for a beginner like myself but still offer enough to have you leaving sweaty and satisfied.
My favorite aspect has been the service. I’m a huge service person. I worked in customer service for many years and that personal connection means a lot to me. They always take time after the session to answer my questions and make me feel welcome. And their passion for yoga + health wellness shines through!

This place is new, clean, and the instructor gave very thorough instruction both verbally and demonstrative. The owners are very nice as well. I like the merchandise too… cool clothing.

Holy moly, you have no idea how stoked I am about Live Lotus. I’ve been checking out local yoga spots for the last couple years, but didn’t commit to anything — the closest yoga studio is downtown, and the paid parking and bike theft issues in downtown prevented me from signing up. And yoga afternoon classes don’t cut it for me… once I start work, I simply don’t leave my desk.
My brother, fearing for my ever-​sedentary lifestyle, gave me a one-​week unlimited pass at Live Lotus, and I’ve literally gone every morning. 6am. I am not a morning person… so yes, this is a remarkable change. One that I welcome and am actually enjoying. The morning starts out with warm, kind people, soft music, yoga poses that serve as a perfect warm-​up to the day, and well… there’s not even a need to bring a mat, so there’s no excuse not to go.
The studio is clean, smells lovely, provides showers, mats and towels… has pretty sparkly lights projected on the ceiling for ambience… well, I have simply fallen in love with the place and the ladies who run it.

Beautiful place. Instructors are very good and they know what they are doing. It was my first time doing yoga in a dark room with candles all around, but you feel the burn and the sweat. I would definitely go again and I recommend it for anyone who would like to try it out. Loved it!

Absolutely fabulous studio! It’s located in Japantown San Jose, which is only several blocks away from my work. Love the wide variety and number of classes offered per day. Teachers are well qualified and I just love the amazing energy, calmness, and personality each teacher offers during practice. I practice yoga three times a week; it helps keep me feeling refreshed and centered. This in turn keeps me away from the chronic pains and aches.

As an admitted night owl, there are very few things that can get me up early in the morning. One of them is work, and the other is yoga. Even then, it takes something pretty special to drag me out of bed — but Live Lotus has accomplished that. I am definitely rethinking my morning routine to try to fit in a yoga class here before work.
Live Lotus is a new yoga studio that opened less than a month ago just outside the SJ Japantown neighborhood. They have private parking underneath the building (enough for about 16 cars), and the entrance is to the right of the driveway. They have large black signs out front and the logo on the doorway up the stairs, so the studio is not hard to find at all.
As soon as you walk up the stairs you come to the reception area (affectionately called the Well by the staff). The décor is stark black and white; minimalistic, clean, contemporary, and classy. To the right are the staff offices, and to the left is a door leading into Live Lotus.
The minimalist aesthetic and clean color scheme continue in the yoga boutique area, with gray wood and an uncluttered layout. As soon as you enter are black cubbies for your shoes, and beyond that the retail space and lounge. The lounge area features two long wooden benches that add an impressive touch of nature to the otherwise contemporary/​modern décor. Ask one of the staff to tell you about where the benches come from — it’s very clear that they were chosen and created specifically for Live Lotus’ space. The retail area features Live Lotus fashion — more white and black tops and tanks as well as fashionable denim for the petite, athletic female body. (As a side note, I own two pairs of their jeans and they look AMAZING on me like no other jeans ever have.)
Beyond the retail space and lounge are the fitting rooms, two private shower rooms, and a vanity area perfect for the anyone planning to go to work or out about town after yoga class. The shower rooms have benches, hooks for clothing or towels, and soap/​shampoo; towels are free to use and can be grabbed from the vanity area, which also has a variety of hair clips, hair ties, lotion, coconut oil, hairspray, brushes, cleansing wipes, tissues, and other niceties. You will feel like you have everything you need to get yourself ready for the rest of your day — or at the very least, clean and sparkly. :)
The yoga room is an open, clean space with more of the same lovely gray wood floors, a wall-​length mirror at the front and a wall-​length set of windows to the left. The curtains can be pulled closed or tied to let in the light. If you continue into the room, the shelving with props and cubbies for your belongings can be found tucked into the far back corner. The staff usually lays out mats and props for you, so all you have to do is show up!
The room itself is not soundproof, so you will still here louder conversation from the lounge area as well as the light rail trains that run along 1^st Street. However, the sound is not too distracting, especially once you get into the groove of the class.
Sarah, who teaches some of the early morning classes, teaches a beautiful, easy flow. Her graceful, thoughtful practice lets you wake up your body in a slow and deliberate way, and it is clear that she loves what she does. Her playlist is great for her sequences and is never too loud or too soft, and her cues/​instruction is clear without being too wordy — she allows you to find how your practice feels in your own body.
As for other classes, currently their schedule (which can be found on their website) is somewhat limited and fluctuating, though this is understandable for a new studio. Live Lotus is already looking to expand into weekly events and other activities, so I’d imagine that as they grow so will their schedule and roster of teachers. I am super impressed by how their brand philosophy is incorporated into what they teach and do, and how they are involved with their local community.
Your first class is free and they have a great 1-​week unlimited offer for new students after that for $ 25. Various packages bring down the price per-​class after that and they also have some options for unlimited monthly memberships.
Overall, Live Lotus is a beautiful space for the modern yogi, and more than that it is a lifestyle philosophy that is all about conquering yourself and living your journey mindfully. Everything about their boutique, lounge, and yoga room speak of a thoughtful, deliberate design with their clientele in mind. The pricing is slightly more expensive than other studios, but if you consider the entire package, you will find that this very unique space is more than «just» another yoga studio.

A beautiful space! Depending on which instructor you have, every class has a different vibe, but generally every session that I’ve been to has been very rejuvenating and relaxing. The yoga room itself is a big open space with the entire front wall as a mirror, and it has a cubby in the back corner to keep your belongings.
There’s clean showers and changing rooms, along with complementary face wipes, towels, etc. The yoga studio provides yoga mats if you don’t have one, and usually there’s never more than 20 people in a class.
Overall, Live Lotus is a very personal experience, and the staff and instructors are very welcoming!

A Neighborhood Gem! I haven’t been exercising for a few months until Live Lotus opened up in the neighborhood. It’s a great way for someone like me to ease my tense muscles back into fluid activity, and I enjoy the camaraderie. My fiancée got me their 1-​week new student special and the classes have been superbly therapeutic. Each instructor has their own unique style and wisdom.
The space from the bottom floor to the top is elegant and the yoga room is prepared with lit candles and rolled-​out mats before I arrive. (Don’t judge –heh heh – , but I got really lazy with rolling out my own exercise mats, so Live Lotus is making it so much easier, and nicer for me.) If you go early enough, you can catch the sunrise from the window. They will eventually remodel part of the rooftop and expand their yoga classes out there — I can hardly wait!

Super impressed. The Yoga studio was clean, and the instruction was well-​explained and thoughtful. I have never done Yoga before, so it was a brand new experience for me. I was a tad nervous since I don’t bend at all — reaching down to touch my toes, I am about six inches from touching my feet without bending my knees (yes, that bad)! But there was literally no intimidation going to their 6am class, calm cool atmosphere and everyone was really welcoming.
It almost felt like a journey — from stretching to feeling light-​headed to wanting to fall asleep near the end! I’m working on some stressful client emails right now and using some of the breathing techniques learned this morning are helping me decompress right now… overall, highly recommended, especially for newcomers or us over-​worked stressed-​out folks. ;-)