Lotus Kitty Yoga and Power Cycling

I have been coming to Lotus Kitty for over a year now specifically for Cindy’s Yoga Sculpt class on Wednesdays! The studio is small and very clean with one room mainly for spin classes and second smaller room for yoga, try, etc. The yoga sculpt class is an awesome workout. You get a little cardio thrown in and use small weights for an extra challenge. It is not your typical yoga class with a simple flow — you will sweat and have a great workout. Cindy is an awesome instructor with lots of spunk and motivation. I always leave feeling rejuvenated and stronger than when I stepped in! If you have not been to a class yet, you should definitely get to one! I highly recommend Cindy and her yoga sculpt but if Wednesdays are hard to make due to other obligations try to catch one of her Detox Yoga classes on Saturday. You will leave feeling relaxed and free of any tensions from your week!

I LOVE Lotus Kitty! I’ve been coming here for over a year now. The owner (Vanessa) and everyone who works here (from the teachers to the receptionists) are incredibly friendly and really want to make sure you’re having a great time, and getting a great workout. Every class is challenging and FUN.
Stacy’s classes are the best! Take all of them. You won’t be disappointed.

I’m fairly new to yoga but I definitely won’t be back here.
I took the Saturday morning Detox yoga bc I’d been working out hard all week and wanted to stretch out and ‘detox’ from my week.
This class was anything but that.
There was a spin class directly on the other side of the wall with music blasting so loud that the yoga instructor in turn blasted the music in the yoga room. which caused her to have to yell over her music and the spin music.
As I mentioned, I’m new to yoga and this being only the 4^th class I’ve ever taken, I don’t have the poses down very well. The instructor doesn’t really explain what you need to do to fix your positioning, she just kind of pushes your body hoping you’ll figure out what she means.
On top of all of this… there was a COCKROACH crawling across the floor during the seated/​laying section of the class. NO THANK YOU!
There was nothing ‘detoxing’ or ‘relaxing’ out this class at all!
I will definitely not be back.
I’m only giving them 2 stars bc the girl at the front desk was awesome and suuper sweet.

Maybe it’s a combination of the fact that I took the wrong class, but between the class itself and the experience, I don’t think I would likely come here again.
I decided to try their Spin and Yoga class, two things I really enjoy and when combined they became a class I truly hated.
Started with Spin, it was my first time and it was a small class of 6 people, the most unwelcoming place. I thought that maybe someone, anyone would say hi. NOPE. not even the instructor. I wasn’t expecting a big hug and and a welcome, but out of a small class you’d think it’d be obvious that I was new and it took me a while to find a bike that had the SPD shoe clips and get my self adjusted, but no one gave a crap. If you don’t care if I show up, then why should I.
Then after 30 minutes of a okay, middle of the road spin class, it was onto yoga, I was hoping for something more relaxing after 30 min of hard cardio. Also sorry but I was eeked out by the fact that we use a pile of poncho blankets that I’m not sure are washed that frequently, maybe for regular yoga it’s not that bad, but lets be honest spin makes you sweat buckets, so laying my sweaty body on a blanket is pretty nasty and not great for whoever else is going to use it next let alone for whoever used it before me.

I took Mareena’s 8:30 am class today and it was fantastic! I was drenched in sweat and ready to take on my day afterwards. She pushes you while encouraging you and her music is high energy and modern. Definitely the best workout I’ve gotten in a while!

This review is only for the cycling classes I took. I haven’t taken any other classes, so I didn’t want to give a worse scoring.
Michelle’s class consisted of just sprinting while completely erect. Not sure why no other moves were incorporated, it was really boring and seemed like she just wanted her own workout. Her music was really bad — mix of boring random music and heavy metal. But she had a full class, so maybe I was the oddball :) Stacy’s class had more variety but OMG that devil worshiping heavy metal music in the morning was horrific. I was going to walk out several times but knew I couldn’t work out in the evening due to prior commitments. I won’t go to these classes again — for obvious reasons. Michael’s class was much, much better.
Not sure why these instructors don’t tell you how much resistance to put on the bike, it’s kind of just a free for all and not knowing if the resistance should be easy, medium or hard. Just a little strange.

This review is long overdue. I don’t think it’s possible to say enough great things about this place, the quality of the workout you’ll receive, and the phenomenal instructors that work here. Make no mistake, the classes are hard and be prepared to sweat — but they’ll help put you in the best shape of your life! Have tried the majority of the classes here and they’re all a great workout. Rock Bottom, Cycle /​Yoga, Cycle /​Sculpt, and TRX are my personal favorites. Not in the best shape? The instructors will work with you to modify positions so you’re still getting a great workout, but one that is catered to your current skill set. Lotus Kitty is hands down one of my favorite studios to workout at. You’re doing your body a serious disservice if you aren’t currently working out here!

Scherry plays such great music in her classes. Totally eclectic and energizing — spins to AC/​DC, Paul Simon, Elvis, Evanescence and yoga to Bonnie Rait and Ryan Adams. Love it!

Today was my first time here. I took an 8:30am Power Cycling class w/​Carrie. I liked the pace of the class, the laid-​back atmosphere, and the overall positive vibe. I especially liked how the class ended w/​15 minutes of ab work and yoga (all spin classes should end this way!) I also felt like I got a good workout and it was the perfect way to wake up! I didn’t realize I’d need my yoga mat but luckily they comped a yoga mat rental for me since it was my first time here. This is the third spin studio I’ve been to in LA, and they have all been very different. If you are thinking of trying spinning for first time, find a studio that suits you (most offer a discount if it’s your first time). For me, I feel like Lotus Kitty suits my needs and I will definitely be back!

I’m a complete rookie to spinning and yoga. Stacy walked me through it the entire time. She did warn me she was going to make me hurt in a good way. I did what I could even had to sit out for a few of them. She said no worries, join when you can. The music was great to our ride. I’ll be back cause I enjoyed the good sweat! I did the power cycle with sculpting. Definitely feeling the good hurt!

I’ve been going to Lotus Kitty for years (since the OLD space) and it is a fantastic studio. The instructors are professional, motivational and fun! I love combo classes like cycling and yoga or cycling and total-​body. The addition of TRX, Body Barre and Burlesque Releve adds variety and makes this the perfect all-​around studio. My schedule varies, so I can’t always come at the same time, but I never hesitate to show up when I can, knowing that whoever is teaching will be great. I shopped around before finding this home and I couldn’t be happier.

I purchased a Groupon for Lotus Kitty with excitement regarding the varying types of classes and the frequency to which they were offered. I really like that there are options for yoga, TRX, cycling and other strength type classes all in one place, and I also like that they have split classes. I have taken about 7 of my 10 classes and wanted to share my thoughts – good and bad:
Good: Instructors were all incredibly nice and made sure everyone is doing okay :)
Good: Varying classes, structures and time slots
Good: I was lucky enough to take Molly’s BUTI yoga class and it was for me the best class there-​I will finish my Groupons strictly with her class.
Bad: Parking. If you do not get one of the 3 or 4 spots in the back lot that is shared with a nail salon, then plan on paying for meter parking.
Bad: The cycling music. This is my biggest disappointment and the reason why I will not be continuing once my groupon expires. The music! I understand music is a personal taste, however, I have taken 6 cycling classes here and the music is the worst of any place I’ve been to for a cycling class. The song choices have not been high energy nor upbeat to get me motivated enough to keep my legs spinning for an hour. One song sounded like a funeral song, it was really bad. I prefer classes in which brings a lot of energy, good beat and fun to workout to. Also, although the instructors have been kind and great, I feel there is a lack of instruction about the spinning choreography. I have yet to hear an instructor say we are going to do jumps or sprints for this song, etc… or anything of that nature. I come from the East coast where the cycling classes seem much different and also have heart rates incorporated into the choreagraphy. Maybe things are just different out here and I will be checking out Soul Cycle soon – maybe that is more my pace and energy level?
Overall, the place was clean and the people there seem to be pleasant and nice. I certainly wouldn’t pay $ 17 per class outside of having the Groupon, since I thought my experiences weren’t that awesome. Hope this review helps someone, I try to be fair and honest in my reviews :) Cheers!

I moved away from LA and have since taken similar classes at all the big name studios – this is still the best workout out of all of them. Chill/​welcoming/​unsnobby vibe & seriously great instructors who will get you in fantastic shape. Cannot recommend them highly enough!

I hated spin until Lotus Kitty made me a convert.
Their amazing array of classes, including spin, yoga, TRX and spin/​sculpt, coupled with a welcoming, fun studio has made me a spin aficionado. Lotus Kitty offers a great selection of class times seven days a week and some special holiday fun tag team classes. I am there several times a week and am always inspired by the caring, knowledgeable instructors, including Vanessa, Stacy, Michelle, Tonni, David, Scherry, and a new favorite — Claire for yoga.
Come once and try it, you’re sure to come again and again. Even if you think you hate spin.

This studio has held a very special place in my heart since 2008 when I first stepped inside it’s original studio space in Studio City. I have learned a lot about myself here and while doing so, I have encountered and met some beautiful souls. No pretentiousness here, just a lot of flavors for whatever mood you are in. You will get a great work out here no matter who’s class you attend, as long you put in the work and time. I love me some Lotus Kitty.

Simply the best. The facility is modern, clean, and cozy. Everyone is friendly and helpful. Fantastic varied workouts — something for everyone. While it’s usually busy, it’s never too crowded. The trainers make an effort to know you and take time to ask about injuries and modifications.
I have spent a lot of money on gyms and fitness — this place is worth every penny. Everyone is great, but I especially love Stacy, Tonni and Scherry’s classes. The three of them seem to have the most fun (and play the best music.)

Studio is small and parking is horrible plan accordingly. I purchased a groupon and so far have tried the power cycle and yoga combo class with a Scherry that I really liked as well as TRX with Tonni. I don’t recommend yoga class as it’s right next door to the cycling class unless you’re looking to relax to loud spin music.

I love Lotus Kitty! When I wake up to get to a 7am class before work it doesn’t feel like I «have to,» it feels like I «want to.» I hadn’t spun in a few years and was out of shape when I joined almost 6 months ago. Any feelings of intimidation soon went out the window when I took my first couple of classes. The instructors are very accommodating to newbies (getting set up on the bike, making sure you’re doing okay and giving you less strenuous options to try) while still keeping it challenging for everyone else. The best part about Lotus Kitty is the instructors, they’re seriously amazing. They make you feel like part of the family, always play great music and have fun while they’re teaching: Stacy, Scherry and Michelle A. are my favorites. Great mix of classes and an app that you can book through — major plus! Check it out! You won’t be disappointed.

This place rocks! Tony is amazing and really motivates me to stay focused. I love that they really push you but not in a way that makes you feel insecure about being in a spin class. Yea know?
I recommend this to anyone who wants a full body work out.

The Spin/​Yoga hybrid class is what it’s all about! I’ve taken 10 classes here and tried a couple of the other options (Red Releve, Spin/​Sculpt), but the spin/​yoga — or spinoga as I started calling it — is far and away the best thing at this studio. They definitely have a sense of community here which makes the fact that they charge for every little thing (water, mat rental, towel, etc.) forgivable; I felt like the fees were just what they need to do to stay open. The major downside to this studio is the location; if you don’t live nearby parking can be a nightmare. Make sure to budget time to look for a spot because classes tend to start on time. But the few cons of this studio are vastly outweighed by the quality of the instructors and the fun challenge of the hybrid spinoga class. Give it a try!

I absolutely love this gym! Since I’ve joined my waistline has shrunk, my legs are more tone, and I have worked out everyday of the week. The instructors here are in incredibly great shape and extremely humble and helpful. The BUTI Yoga class with Molly is by far my favorite class offered. She is charismatic, fun and acutely aware of everyone in the class. BUTI Yoga is a perfect combination of stretching, cardio, and strength training. Molly will make you sweat and have a great time doing so with her great energy and great mix of music. Your body and endorphin rush will be loving you later!

I really love coming to LK, not only because it’s very near to my house, but everyone is very Nice and according. This is my happy place. The spin classes are amazing!!!
N.Bell

Love, love, love! Spin class, plus yoga, plus unique strap strength training called TRX. Lotus Kitty offers unique and challenging workouts. The spin teachers offer the same motivation and killer jams as some of the trendy and high-​priced spin places. But, the teachers here are so much more helpful with proper form and making you feel welcome. All of the instructors are super cool and very friendly. You will NOT be intimidated coming here. My favorite spin instructor is Michelle Allen. She rocks.
They offer shoe and mat rentals — but I recommend getting your own. Make sure you bring lots of water and a towel. You will be drenched and burn lots of calories!
If you can get in on the Groupon before it expires — do it! But even at full price, this place is a steal! I’m leaving for NYC on Friday for 6 weeks and will miss this place terribly!

I went to Lotus Kitty for the first time a few weekends ago. I took the BUTI class with Molly. What a great workout!
I wasn’t sure what to expect. The class was upbeat, fun, and quite challenging. Molly explains the exercises well and is very encouraging. I loved her music selection. I don’t take exercise classes very often, but this one kept me smiling sweating and inspired. I’ll definitely be back.
If your looking for an interesting new kind of workout check out Molly’s BUTI class.

Lotus Kitty is very dangerous: you will sweat buckets, feel refreshed, be greeted by your instructor at least once, and have a good time. You might even make a new friend. And then you will be poor. Because now you’re addicted, and like any addiction, you will shell out astronomical amounts of cash to continue your obsession. Get the largest newbie package they offer (groupon/​yelp/​new member monthly) because you’re only a new client once and then the onset of $ 16 classes start. I’m guilty. PS Leslie is my all time favorite. LK spin/​yoga is a powerhouse of a workout. Get out your pocketbooks, Kitties.