Highland Yoga

I don’t review businesses, ever… but I had to review this one because my experience has been beyond outstanding. I was looking for a way to relieve stress and get stronger at the same time. I am in medical school and at the time I joined this studio, I was studying intensely for my board exams. I went to this studio everyday to clear my mind and strengthen myself and man, did it ever pay off!
As a guy, I was very hesitant to try yoga, but I soon found out that many dudes are into yoga which made me feel more at ease. It goes without saying that flexibility is not something that us men are particularly good at, but every instructor at Highland Yoga helped me with positioning and made me feel really comfortable despite my rigidity.
Everyone here is ridiculously nice and I have never experienced such kindness while getting an incredible workout at the same time. Furthermore, you leave there with a clear mind, ready to tackle anything that life throws your way.
I can’t speak to any other yoga studios in the Atlanta area because this is the only one I have been to, but I wouldn’t leave here for anything and have no reason to try any other studio. Please do yourself a huge life favor and try out a class here. You won’t regret it.
A HUGE thank you to Elsie, Hannah-​Rose, Lindsay, and all the other instructors here who have changed my life by giving me the gift of yoga.

I first came to this studio when I found a groupon for $ 39 for a month unlimited. I planned to do that for a month and then join ClassPass so I could go to different places and get more of a variety in my workout. After coming here for a month, I never left and still don’t plan to. I haven’t found a studio I like as much as this. It’s the first time I’ve noticed physical changes in my body and I’ve been doing yoga for 3 – 4 years. These classes are tough, but I always leave feeling strong, relaxed and calm. I would highly recommend Highland Yoga to anyone looking for a studio to join! Definitely worth your money. :)

I love highland yoga and I have never done yoga regularly until now.
I came here originally because I was trying to get back into a workout routine and found a Scoutmob for $ 39 for a month of unlimited yoga. They also have a groupon for about that much and a 10 days for $ 10 deal, so definitely use one of those for your first trail. But warning: you’ll be hooked. I now do the recurring monthly unlimited yoga pass which is about $ 100/​month. I think the prices are worth it.
To be honest, I was never a huge fan of yoga before coming here. I couldn’t get into it until Highland Yoga. They keep the studio at about 85 degrees, which makes it warm and I definitely produce a sweat.
The class times are good and the teachers are helpful. Hannah Rose is my favorite teacher, but all of the teachers I’ve taken classes with have been good. Their website is always up to date with teachers and times.
Definitely recommend! Great workout and wonderful atmosphere.

For me, this has been the perfect storm of location, schedule, and instructors. It’s a challenge, but they offer a lot of suggestions for beginners. I didn’t think I would like the heated yoga, but I think it’s really nice to be all warm first thing in the morning. Of course, that may change as we move towards the summer…
As a beginner, I really like the consistency of the classes and the schedule. I’m not really interested in yoga fusion classes. It’s hard enough for me to hold myself up — no kettle bells or whatever necessary.
The monthly unlimited price is a bit more than other yoga studios around town, but for me, it’s worth it.

So many things I like about Highland Yoga. One thing I like is that there are usually a fair share of guys there. I don’t like going to places where I am the only guy in the room.
Two, you know, no matter who is teaching, that you are going to get a heck of a work out. Be prepared to flow and sweat! I also like that there is a good focus on core strengthening, and even though some days I don’t want to do more crunches, I know that it is key to my overall strength.
Of course the best part of yoga is, after spending an hour flowing, and breathing, and focusing on being present, I get up from savasanah and always walk away feeling both physically and mentally stronger!
I also really enjoy all of the teachers. Although you know that you are going to get a strong, powerful flow from all of the teachers, they also add their personality to each class. I personally find that Elspeth’s class is the most consistent, but enjoy changing it up and experiencing all the different teachers.
I have to admit that Mops, the tiny studio dog, always brings a smile to my face when I arrive at the studio.
Overall the studio just has a great vibe. People are friendly, and it’s largely people from the neighborhood, so I see a lot of familiar faces outside of class as well.
I gotta admit I’m not sure what’s up with Terry T’s review. I’ve been going every Saturday morning to the ‘basic’ class to slow it down for a day. Although the room can get decently full, it’s never been a packed room where you can’t move your arms. And yes, the basics class is still more difficult than a basics at other studios. But it’s about a quarter as difficult as going to Sharon Caplan’s awesome, and super challenging classes!
BTW, I also went for the $ 10 for 10 days intro and after seven months I’m still excited to practice here!

Highland Yoga has been such a great place for me to relieve the daily stresses in life. After teaching First graders all day, it is nice that I can go to a place where I can focus on me and forget about all the other outside noise.
I found out about Highland Yoga through a Scoutmob promotion about 9 months ago and I have been practicing here ever since. I just love the way I feel after completing a Vinyasa flow class. Over the years I have tried many different yoga studios and this is, by far, my favorite. I always feel like I’ve made the most of the hour-​long classes. In these classes you will sweat, which I love! You can push yourself as hard as you’d like, challenging yourself more and more each day. I leave class stronger, stress free, and with a sense of calmness. I gave Highland Yoga five stars because the instructors here are all amazing! I love how they all challenge me and talk me through the poses, with reminders to breath, correct certain postures, and of coarse to smile :). The cold towels they give me at the end of class are also a very nice touch and are a great way to help me cool down after class. The people that practice at this studio are also very friendly. Elsie and Mops always there to greet me with a friendly smile and make sure I feel welcome.
I highly recommend trying this studio if you haven’t already. It’s a neighborhood gem!

Highland Yoga has become my home away from home. Highland yoga offers classes throughout the day to fit anyone’s schedule, from early in the morning to evening classes. The wide variety of instructors provide guidance for students who are just beginning to practice or to those who desire to become instructors themselves.
Currently all classes are a heated vinyasa flow in a 93 degree room. The practice room is used as a meditation space before class and during class it is a space for whatever the yogi is looking for in their practice. For myself it has become a safe space stripped of judgement and full of care. The studio provides yoga mats and a lovely cold compress at the end of each class.
The studio is continuing to grow adding teachers, classes and eager yogis. What a great space in the VaHi neighborhood.

I’ve done all types of yoga from Bikram to alignment based yoga, and this place has been my go-​to for the past six months. The teachers are extremely professional, reliable and overall great business-​people. The studio is beautiful, clean and always smells fresh; AND they offer towels and mats. There is plenty of free parking and the majority of their classes are an hour making it easy to go before work or over a lunch break.
The Highland Yoga flow consistently delivers as the best way to calm my always-​racing mind, break a sweat, feel the burn all over my body. I feel longer and stronger. I haven’t found a single teacher there I didn’t like. I cant say enough great things about this place!

Highland Yoga, has officially made me a Yogi (Beginner of course). I crave the classes there, and can’t even tell you how amazing the instructors are (they guide you help you and for sure remind you to smile when you feel like you MAY die in that yoga studio) Elsie is amazing, and the studio is a warm friendly welcoming place. I feel like it’s a family. (And everyone does too. some studios they’re like mean girls and they don’t talk to the newbies. not here!)
Yoga has made marked changes in my body, and it’s because of highland yoga! I have been a runner all my life, always wondering why i’d lose weight or gain muscle and my pant size never changed. I’ve literally changed the shape of my body. and I’m obsessed! Thanks Highland yoga! it’s also insanely affordable if you just do an auto pay package (97 bucks a month can’t be beat!)

Note: I gave the studio 4 stars instead of 5 because I can’t honestly say it’s as good as it gets (this was my first visit to a yoga studio and my first time doing yoga *hangs head in shame*)
After e-​stalking a few yogis on Instagram over the weekend, I decided I should work on being sexy flexy too. So I hopped on Unilocal,and saw that Highland Yoga wasn’t too far from me. Plus, they have an amazing 10 days of unlimited classes for $ 10 for newbies, so that sealed the deal. If I hated it, I could at least be glad that I didn’t waste a ton of money and go back to lurking on Instagram.
The staff was friendly when I entered the studio and told me not to worry about not getting all of the moves right at first. They assured me that despite the challenges, I would enjoy the class.
The warm room concerned me at first, but I appreciated it soon after we got started. I had no idea what was going on most of the time, but I just followed the folks in front of me and played along. Apparently, that worked since the instructor didn’t believe me when I said it was my first time doing yoga. I appreciate the fact that she took me aside after class to show me the correct poses for a few moves. That made me feel like she actually cared. And she also said she wanted to see me back at the studio for more classes. As hard as it was, I’m actually looking forward to going back.
The studio itself was beautiful and clean. And there was plenty o’ parking, which I was a bit worried about at first.
Have I found my new workout obsession? Not sure, but I have found something I’m interested in.

I have been coming to Highland since April, so I feel extremely qualified to write a review. I have ventured around to a few different studios in the area, but always find myself coming back to Highland. They have a very welcoming feeling as you walk in through the front, and that feeling continues as you enter the actual studio. Each teacher has a different degree of difficulty, and they encourage you to take breaks if you need it. My first ever yoga class was here, and as a guy, I was slightly apprehensive. Not to worry! I was very comfortable, and have been able to grow my practice to 3x weekly. See ya’ll there!

Great teaches, amazingly consistent, changeling and mindful classes. Prepare to work hard and see and feel results! Easily one of the best studios in ATL.

I went for a promotion and never left. I am now a loyal member and it feels so good. The community is friendly, diverse and respectful. The practice is balanced with challenging heart pumping poses, cleansing breaths, therapeutic stretches along with spiritual yoga vibes. The heat is an incredible reminder to breath fully and deeply, stretch thoroughly and has honestly changed my body (and oddly enough the beautiful studio never smells). I feel longer and leaner than ever despite my concern that I would bulk a little. Regardless of your intention, this studio makes a space for you in your busy day for work, rest and peace.

I lived in California for 14 years and practiced yoga all over, from San Francisco to Topanga Canyon. Highland Yoga is BY FAR the best yoga studio I have ever found. The instructors are exceedingly knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. The facilities are CLEAN and well supplied with mats, blocks, blankets, and straps.
But the best part is the overall vibe of the business. Yoga is wonderful, but sometimes yoga studios can be a bit … you know … yoga-​ish (i.e. flakey and sort of a cluster*&$^). Highland Yoga has all the beautiful laid back vibes you want in a yoga studio while still having their act together as a business. Classes are well-​scheduled. They start on time. You never show up and the class is cancelled. The studio respects your time and clearly appreciates your business. It’s fantastic (and Mops, the studio puppy, is righteously awesome).
I’ve been going three days a week (minimum) since May of 2015, and I have never had a negative experience. I look forward to my visits as a high point of my week. There is a great community vibe to the studio as well, as I’ve met some lovely friends there.
If you love yoga for yoga’s sake and want to support a non-​corporate, local business run by some wonderful folks, Highland Yoga is your spot.

After a year of yoga studio-​hopping, I was so happy to find Highland Yoga. If you are looking to try a new studio, I absolutely recommend Highland — and with their outrageously good deals of new student specials there is no reason not to!

Highland Yoga has the best sense of community of any Yoga studio I’ve ever visited. From my first visit I felt like the teachers genuinely cared about me as a student and person. Many of the teachers check before class to see if anyone has injuries or to gauge which students want or don’t want adjustments. Elsie and John, the owners of the studio, are incredibly welcoming and take the time to learn people’s names and to invite everyone to upcoming studio events. They plan lots of great events at the studio — goddess nights, special teacher workshops, family yoga series, prenatal yoga series, glow yoga… any type of yoga event you could think of. Lots of events to get excited for and opportunities to meet others that take class at Highland.

Now, the most important part of any yoga studio are the actual classes. Where I think Highland really excels is in the wide range of types of classes and teachers you can take from. I’ve taken from several Highland teachers and have enjoyed each of their classes. Classes range from more athletic, to more spiritual and relaxing, and you are sure to find one that fits what you’re looking for. The extensive teacher bios on their website are a great place to learn more about the different teachers’ yoga philosophies and get a feel for what their classes might be like.
P. S. this is a heated yoga studio, so definitely be prepared to sweat

I really, REALLY love Highland Yoga. It’s a great flow class that builds a great deal of natural heat, and is good for all levels. That being said, I’ve been doing yoga more than half my life and hot yoga exclusively for 4 years and every class I’ve taken here HAS KICKED MY BUTT. Definitely give them a try! The prices are also really affordable… which is a huge plus, especially since fitness classes in ATL typically costs and arm and a leg.

So the only other yoga I’ve done in-​studio is Bikram and HIGHLAND YOGA IS SO MUCH BETTER. I went to the noon class (was running a little late and arrived only 5 minutes beforehand but got signed in and onto a mat in no time) and I had an awesome yoga experience. It wasn’t a super-​full class, so I was feeling kind of self-​conscious at first (pro tip: the wall with the mirrors is NOT the front of the classroom), but the atmosphere is very chill and after a few minutes I felt perfectly at ease and was able to just go with the flow: felt comfortable to challenge myself and also to stop and wipe the sweat dripping off my face without getting tsk-​tsk looks instructor-​wise (ahem, Bikram).
Class included a nice variety of poses and the pace was perfect, no torture-​lingering, and I got a really good workout. Plus the cool towel on the forehead at the end is pret-​ty amazing. Definitely going back.
PS: Parking was easy and free
PPS: $ 10 for 10 days!

I absolutely love Highland Yoga! The studio is beautiful, classes are at very convenient times, and the teachers are great! It’s great for yogis of all levels. Everyone is very a supportive and willing to help you break the poses down, or build on them depending on your experience. I love the music choices as well.
They also have really creative and fun special events such as hip-​hop yoga, yoga for kids, Bach bends (yoga with classical music) and more! I could go on, I have only great things to say :).

I love Highland Yoga. By far, my favorite yoga studio. Amazing space, excellent instructors, and challenging classes.

Great class and beautiful studio! I have not taken a hot yoga class in years and this is the perfect level of heat at 85 degrees. It gives your body the opportunity to open up so that you can go deeper in your poses (whether you are a beginner or have practiced for years). The class had a nice flow and catered to all levels.