CorePower Yoga

The instructors are unable to properly regulate the heat in the classes. It feels as if the temperature fluctuates between as hot as a bikram class and only slightly warm.

I have been a CorePower member since last summer and generally have loved the experience. I did recently put it on hold, however, to give ClassPass a try. The experience at CP varies a LOT by instructor – some are phenomenal (Kai, Jay), most are just fine and some are pretty bad (I have had several experiences where the instructor completely lost track of the Hot Power Fusion sequence, which stays the same each time).
This is a great spot for a good, solid work out with lots of sweat. I wouldn’t necessarily expect your yoga practice to come a long way as that’s not really the focus here (teaching is limited to minor adjustments). The music is great, the space is beautiful and the people are super friendly. I have been very impressed with how quickly the teachers will learn your name and that they geuinely seem excited to see you.
The class offerings are strong and I always appreciated having a more traditional «hot yoga» class (HPF), a vinyasa option and then sculpt for strength training.
One minor complaint is that the heat is often quite a bit higher than online descriptions indicate it will be (something I have noticed at other heated studios as well). So come prepared to sweat!

Lowering my rating…
The classes have been too full lately, especially in the evenings. One night, there was less than a foot between the mats… In a hot sweaty room with everyone waving their hands around and breathing heavily — that’s TOO CLOSE for comfort.

So, I’m not a fan of the big box yoga studios, but there’s something to be said about CorePower Yoga.
Pros:
— Cute retail store area
— Clean
— Big studios
— A schedule that works for me with class times that make sense
— Great locker/​changing area
— Friendly front desk, instructors
— They have parking!
Cons:
— Classes don’t go «deep» enough for my liking
— I don’t have a favorite instructor yet
The cons are short, but what really differentiates it from other smaller yoga studios. Nothing wrong with this studio in particular, just not what I am looking for with my yoga practice.

Corepower why all the super young inexperienced instructors? This studio has really gone down hill in the last 6 months all the great instructors have left and been replaced with 20 year olds preaching about «life «and how to live it, like they have any life experience. These instructors can’t even make it through their rehearsed script without messing up… Sorry CPY time for us to break up…

CorePower for me is kind of like an ex-​boyfriend I can’t help but flirt with once in a while. I check back with it as it often raises my self esteem, and makes me feel good, give my body a good challenge and stretch. But as ex-​boyfriends go, it can be sometimes a little vanilla and a little unsatisfying.
Makes you feel good: Check
The stretching and non-​judgement attitude of the classes/​instructors is really nice– if you don’t hit all the poses you don’t feel like people are staring or laughing at you. The instructors are friendly, positive and give gentle guidance if you choose.
Makes you sweat in the past: Check.
I used to see them in San Diego as a semi-​regular thing while getting back into the swing of things (fitness, ahem). I have gone intermittently in Seattle, while rehabbing my shoulder and during stressful times in my life.
Likes to see you in yoga pants: Check.
CorePower, (mainly yoga in general for me) like some ex-​boyfriends, is predictable, a little tame and vanilla. You know what the instructor will say, you know what will happen next. Each class is very, very similar. There’s comfort in that, but sometimes it can be a little dull. I have strengthened my abs and increased my core power by lifting heavy weights and widely varying my routine, not by any kind of crunches on my back. so there’s that.
Despite me calling it an EX boyfriend, and not a boyfriend, I still am a fan and circle back to both level 1 and 2 CP classes when I can fit it in my work out schedule for the week.
Is it my main bae? No, but a dime side piece.

I started my power yoga journey 2 years ago and it’s changed my life! The Ballard location is awesome and also has a spin studio. This was their first studio in Seattle and now they have 5 and 1 on the east side!
I love all the instructors at core power! Shout outs to Alex, Kai, Allison, and Lindsay!
I started out in C1 classes and moved into C2 shortly after. It took awhile for me to adjust to the heat but about 6 months into my practice I was able to take heated yoga sculpt.
Yoga sculpt is the best workout! They had a summer challenge last year and I could totally see the change in my body. Corepower also offers a variety of workshops including arm balances, props, and live music.
I love that the instructors are open to you doing your own thing in class if your body just isn’t jiving with the flow.
The studio is also pretty clean and well kept. There’s mat and towel rentals. The floor is cushiony so it’s easy on the joints. The only thing I wish they had are mat lockers!

I helped this place open one day volunteering a few hours to open boxes and bring product into the studio. I went to their opening community class and I attended one sculpt class. I told friends about CP and 2 got jobs for them.
Why a 4? We were told that they have scripted set CP routines at the time. I am not a scripted person.
I am pretty happy at my home studio these days.

I hadn’t been practicing yoga regularly for a long time, and it’s been a struggle for me to get back into it. I decided to give core power a try because it was near my house, and they offered a free week to try it out.
I was really impressed. The instructors are super friendly, the studios are beautiful and clean, and there are so many different classes throughout the day.
After my trial week was up I was so happy, I signed up for a monthly membership, and I’m so glad I did.
The Ballard location is great, and they even offer a cycling class. The instructors have all been phenomenal, and so helpful.
One of my favorite things is that they are so respectful of each individuals practice and personal space. I’ve never had a problem with having instructors assist with my practice, but this was the first place I’ve ever been asked if it was something I felt comfortable with. Not to mention, instructors have always been more than helpful with all of my questions from poses to yoga pants
That kind of thoughtfulness is kind of a game changer for me. It’s easy to be comfortable and work hard with that kind of environment.
Core Yoga is one of the best things I’ve done for myself in a long time.
I highly recommend giving them a try.

Great location, so easy to get to and well signaged! Good class timings and the teachers are very patient and knowledgeable. Make use of the free week of yoga that is currently running (through their website) and enjoy the yoga glow :)

I had never done Yoga before, thought it was fun, cool or a good workout; to be fair I was pre-​judging Yoga. But this place allows you to have your first week free and one of my friends could not stop raving about it! So I thought, what the heck, go to a class and see what its all about.
What I found is that I LOVE Core Power Yoga! This place is amazing. The instructors are great, the space is open, everyone is extremely respectful and it was fun to come workout. It was a time to take an hour for myself and be able to have some me-​time while getting a great workout!
I was able to come for two months and came about 4 – 6 times a week depending on my schedule. They have pretty flexible classes and if you are a member at one location, you can go to any location you want.
The only downside (as others have stated in the past), the membership is steep and you have to decide if it is worth paying the unlimited amount per month or not. You will get hooked, so be prepared to cross the financial bridge at some point!

If you want to do power yoga, this is hands down the best place to practice yoga in Seattle. Their staff is consistently unpretentious and friendly. Their teachers and classes are always awesome. The studio is clean and comfortable and the parking is free. Their prices are fair, too and they’ll let you try for a week with no commitment. There are classes all day, every day and you don’t have to sign up ahead of time or risk being charged a fee. I’ve been to a lot of yoga studios in Seattle, and this is the one place that has everything I want. (One disclaimer: If you’re less active or prefer a class that’s more just stretching and laying on the floor, breathing deeply, this is probably not the place for you.)

This is a great studio. Unfortunately I just moved out of state so I can’t take advantage of the great classes and dedicated teachers like I have for the past two years. I’ve been to quite a few yoga studios and I’ve been so impressed with the consistency of CPY classes and the quality and dedication of the teachers especially at the Ballard location!

I like this location. The studios are spacious and the teachers seem slightly more advance (better sequences, advanced variations of poses offered, variety of poses, rather than just repeating the sequence over and over again) then some of the other studios that I visited during my one month unlimited. Parking is awesome because there’s a whole structure. This studio also has a cycling + sculpt class, which is pretty cool to see. I didn’t get a chance to try that class, but I would love to in the future!
As a general review of all CPY that I have gone to (in San Diego and in Seattle):
I find most of the CPY teachers competent to the very basic level. Some are more advance than others and have better sequences or can teach a more difficult variation of a pose. However, I can’t say this is the norm. It’s very cookie cutter at most CPY locations that I have gone to. Sequencing, poses, and teachings often lack innovation. In these classes, I find myself sweating because of the heat (I took level 2 classes), not because of the difficulty of the pose. In my one month unlimited with CPY, I maintained my practice, rather than advanced my practice. Very seldom were my poses adjusted. At the same time, because CPY is a large company, they have many classes/​class types to offer for people with busy schedules.

my absolute favorite yoga studio. ever.
love the variety of classes– vinyasa, hatha, weights…
not too hot, love that they incorporate core work in the middle of class.
clean facility, i would even take a shower here.
the instructors have all been very friendly & helpful.
every now and then they have special classes, for example i did one tonight that specifically focused on hips & hamstrings– it was awesome. i’ll be back next week for the class that focuses on yoga for runners.

I’m always hesitant to write a mediocre review, but this was just my experience. Hopefully, it’s not indicative of what it’s like at the studio every time (and based on the gleaming reviews, it doesn’t seem like that’s the case).
I’m the type of person who doesn’t think they’re getting a proper workout unless it involves running, or being drenched in sweat (not from being in a hot room, but from exertion). I decided to incorporate yoga into my workout regimen upon the recommendation of my trainer. I always thought people did yoga to meditate, stretch, and develop their core — all in a peaceful setting. This was not my experience at CorePower.
The person at the front desk was very nice, and signing up for my session was a breeze. The studio itself is well-​appointed, very clean, and has great energy. For the price, I find it absolutely crazy that towel service isn’t complimentary. Even my local gym, which is literally less than half the price per month offers free towel service. That kinda left a sour taste in my mouth, but okay, bringing a towel isn’t the worst thing. Again, I just think for the premium price, getting a free towel to use while you’re using the facility should be expected.
I enter the class, and set up in the back of the room. There are a few others on their backs, eyes closed… I follow suit. I can’t relax, though, because the music is way too loud. Not only is it loud, but the music was more like music I’d go running to, and definitely not the type to help me clear my mind of anything. It was intrusive and it actually made me feel anxious.
This was an intro to heated yoga class. The moves were basic enough, but the instructor did not hold any of the poses at all. You couldn’t even get into the stretch, which was so annoying. The whole thing felt very rushed. I’m not sure if this is contingent on the instructor, or if this is what yoga is. Based on this experience, it doesn’t make me excited to go back.

One of the coolest yoga spots I have experienced. I only work in Ballard one week per month and already am active at LA Fitness in Renton, but I would totally commit to coming here if I could.
As soon as you walk in you already feel positive energy, and I felt totally welcomed when I first walked in. The changing rooms are clean, neat, and the layout is very appealing.
The instructors are nice, and extremely helpful. I love the different varieties of the classes they offer and it seems you will always keep pushing to do better here.
I would love to come here more if I could!

I’ve had tried three different yoga studios in Seattle before finding CorePower yoga. They are not messing around! They know they offer a great studio and they show it by offering a free week — no commitment. I signed up for the free week and became a member after it expired.
My problem with other studios was schedule. Most studios do not have the range of class times that this studio has. Another issue I had with previous studios was that there wasn’t enough variety in yoga formats offered. I love CorePower yoga because it offers a few easy classes as well as sculpt, hatha style, and vinyasa style yoga classes.
And to top it off, they have great amenities and a shopping area.
Wow I sound like a spokes person… I also signed up for Unilocal just to review this place.

Warning: Taking classes at CorePower Seattle can lead to yoga addiction. Long term effects include healthier body, healthier mind, meeting great people, having fun, etc.
Seriously though, this place is *awesome*. Incredible facility and amazing staff. You can tell word is spreading fast as classes are getting busier and busier. I can’t say enough good things about CPY!

Everything you would want in a yoga studio, from the setting, the facilities, the team and the practice is all outstanding! Lucky that they are in the basement of my work building, they exceed your expectations in every corner.
Classes are definitely tough and you get a lot out of a 60 minute class (most hot yoga is 90 minutes), the changing rooms are very clean and have tasteful/​modern amenities and they have all the top shelf touches (New high tech yoga specific floors, great temp controls, special water machine)…
Team is super friendly and they also have nice yoga attire (yes lulu lemon certified)
Do check it out!