Session Yoga

Session yoga coins itself as «the power yoga for the people.» And I agree! For starters, you’ll get greeted at the door with a big smile. The studio is super cozy yet bright. This studio is known for their heated power vinyasa flow classes that are heated (anywhere between 85 – 90 degrees). I’m a beginner, so I opted for the Yoga Basics class. It’s 75 minutes long and very approachable
Beginners. It’s is listed as a «no heat» class, but it was in fact heated, to my surprise. Angela, led the class with great energy. I’ll definitely be back to this studio, although I’d love to see more beginner classes on the schedule, as they offer only one at 8am on Sunday’s. Classes are $ 7 cash or $ 8 online. I suggest paying online and avoiding the line at check in. Bring plenty of water and a towel!

session yoga has consistently provided me with extraordinary experiences! Jess, Chelsea, dove and Natalie have always orchestrated varied and exciting classes leaving me to feel rewarded and thankful that I went to session! I won’t recommend any other studio!

Signed up for the Yoga 60 with Dove and paid online{saves time so you can immediately set up your yoga spot once you arrive instead of checking in and paying}. Class went by fast and it was like a hot yoga class. So bring water and a towel. If you forget to bring a yoga mat and towel, there are some available for rent. The door is locked once class starts so make sure you come early. Class gets packed quickly too And parking is a little tricky. Had so much fun!

This space, and the owners changed my life for the better, I’ll always have a special space in my heart for session yoga. Give it a shot :)

I love Session Yoga! Great teachers, clean areas, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Let me preface this with my opinion of yoga. I very much enjoy the physical part of yoga, but find myself irritated when the yoga masters spend 10 minutes talking about the «word of the day» or their recent existential crisis.
My experience at Session was so positive because it was just yoga. The class leader wasn’t preachy, and we moved right into our flow class with essentially no editorializing about the balance of the universe. Session moves quickly, and while the instructor was helpful, it will serve you to have some basic experience.
Great simple yoga experience!

This is my favorite yoga studio in the city (and that’s a lot to say for someone who practices yoga 5−7x/week and has been to almost all the studios around town!
I love the space, the vibe is very welcoming. The location is great at Broadway Village, very quaint with old school brick etc. The décor is instyle, very «lulu» ish. I love all the teachers, especially the owners Chelsea and Kristin.
I have grown to like the heat at Session… its cooler than the typical «hot» yoga or bikram. The prices are a little higher than the rest of Tucson (think $ 7/​class vs $ 5/​class) but note that the price is the same for 60 & 75 minute classes, so it technically evens out! They also offer great workshops and a donation class during the week. I have had teachers that graduated Session’s teacher training program around the city, who also do a great job.
All in all, this is where I chose to spend my free time, and I love it here.

I am sad that I moved across town as this is definitely my favorite yoga studio in Tucson and I miss it!
I love the décor of the studio space and the instructors here are all awesome and teach power/​vinyasa yoga. It’s a great work-​out especially compared to other yoga studio classes I’ve tried in town that I feel are more just stretching classes where I don’t break a sweat.
The class is lightly heated at 85-​ish degrees and humidified as well.
Even if you’re just visiting from out of town the drop-​in rate of $ 7 is a steal.
They do neat things such as their «Karma» classes on Sundays were your $ 5 cash goes toward a charity. I also went to their annual «Yoga Rave» which was a total blast.

I came from Seattle to Tucson for work and decided to try Session Yoga studio. The studio is beautiful and clean. I took evening class with Leah and it was an amazing class. I will practice here again for my business trip. =)

I can honestly say the class I took at Session Yoga was the WORST class I have taken in my 30 years of Yoga practice. There was absolutely no mention of Breath, of quieting the mind, of connection of body, mind, spirit. It was full on rigorous, physical repetitions accompanied by terrible loud pop music. There was no adjustments or corrections and as I looked around the room I noticed most of the students doing the poses incorrectly. Very damaging to the joints and body. Yikes!
Apart from this it was 98 degrees inside and very stinky. I was saddened that this class was named YOGA. As yoga to me is SACRED. Call it BOOTCAMP, or CALISTHENICS. but not YOGA please. It certainly was not worth $ 8 dollars!

The studio is clean and had fun décor. Denese was a great instructor. Helped everyone when/​if needed and gave fairly clear direction. it was a my first «hot yoga» class and I was told later that the studio being at 85 degrees isn’t even considered «hot». yikes! It was hot enough for me. make sure to bring a towel (or 2) and plenty of water. everyone was completely sweated through. good workout though — you’ll feel very bendy by the end!

I went to yoga at this studio nearly every day for a few months now! I truly enjoyed each and every class. The classes were gentle yet challenging. The instructors all featured that great «spiritual guidance» that I crave in yoga, while offering helpful advice regarding alignment.
The aroma-​therapy is wonderful too. I always look forward to the welcoming scents in the studio. Definitely check out this studio if you’re interested in heated yoga!
I especially recommend the Saturday 90-​minute yoga class if you enjoy receiving alignment help.

Session is my favorite yoga studio in Tucson. I’ve tried out several studios around town and Session really provides everything I want without being too «hippie.» Every class is a hot power vinyasa flow class with great music, and they are HOT, so get ready to sweat. Unlike other studios I’ve been to in Tucson, the instructors here will walk around the room the entire class rather than practicing with you at the front of the room. I really like this technique, because I focus on my own pose, rather than trying to make my pose look exactly like the instructors. Also, while they walk around the instructors will adjust you to make sure you are doing the poses correctly. The studio is also very affordable with drop-​in classes for– $ 7/​class, and they have a great deal for students — unlimited classes for $ 49/​month.

Session has turned me into an aspiring yogi! I should start with a disclaimer by saying I really know nothing about Yoga so this review is obviously just based on my own personal experience and opinion. Before I started going to Session in November I’d been to a handful of random yoga classes but had never made it a regular habit. I wish I had found something like Session sooner because I’ve benefited so much from going just 1 – 3 times a week. As a super inflexible runner, I’ve already seen a difference in how I feel overall and how quickly I can recover from workouts, not to mention I can now touch my toes on a regular basis! Most of the classes seem to throw in a lot of hip work which is miserable but wonderful at the same time (ahem… Dave and his 5 minute half pigeons). I think a lot of my knee problems from running all centered around my lack of hip strength and flexibility but I’m seeing lots of improvement! I also have noticed a big change in my back and shoulder flexibility which was also nonexistent.
What I love most about Session is that I feel like I get a really good workout there. A lot of other yoga classes I’ve been to never even caused me to break a sweat but the type of yoga practiced at Session (power vinyasa) never fails to make me leave looking like I just got out of a shower (of sweat???). They crank up the heat and humidity which makes me need to focus on my breathing (so I don’t pass out) and also helps me get deeper into a lot of the poses. Each of their classes seem to be centered around the same basic format but each teacher throws in their own spin on it which gives you some variety. I can see how a veteran yogi might find their classes somewhat monotonous but I personally like that I can work on a lot of the same poses and improve on them before moving onto crazier ones. They also offer a lot of modifications to make poses a little easier or more difficult or to adjust for an injury you might have. One of these days I’ll be able to start doing some of the more difficult modifications… right?
Aside from the physical benefits, I love practicing at Session because they put a huge emphasis on your mental state. They always remind you to connect with your mat and your practice and to not worry about whatever else you have going on outside of yoga because you are «exactly where you are supposed to be doing exactly what you are supposed to be doing» in that moment. The always remind you to focus on your breathing to help center yourself. It is such a beautiful thing to allow yourself to be a little selfish and spend the time and money on your own physical and mental well being.
As far as pricing goes — definitely either bring cash or get a 10 class pass (works out to $ 6.50 a class and doesn’t expire for a year) unless you’re going to attend more than 3 classes every week. Also, bring your own mat and towel (seriously bring a towel. you’ll need it) to save $ 2 – 4 on rentals. Also, check out the karma class on Sundays which is only a $ 5 cash donation for a 90 minute class. All of the money goes to a local charity too!
They offer a lot of evening classes (except Friday when they usually offer workshops) and have added a few more times since I’ve started going based on requests. The 6pm classes definitely fill up but they always seem to squeeze everyone in. You end up getting really close to your fellow yogis on those days but I think everyone has a good time and I never find it limiting as far as my practice goes. I actually don’t mind it being a small space; I kind of love that it is a small local studio because there is a great sense of community.

This is BY FAR my favorite yoga spot in Tucson. And the closest to what I’m used to back home in Texas.
The staff is super friendly and patient with everyone who comes in. Compared to what I’m used to, a drop in $ 7 yoga class is not bad at all! (But I can see this being a draw back for college students as other places can be $ 4 or $ 5 for a drop in).
But it’s not just any yoga class, it’s truly Power Vinyasa Flow. Other places don’t come close to the real thing as this one does.
I love the style of instruction (particularly Jessie):
1. This is the type of Vinyasa flow that I love — full of cardio, core work, toning of muscles, and balancing — it’s a 100% workout. And you’re left drenched in sweat. The transitions are smoothly done and fully connected from pose to pose where there’s no break in your practice. (other places talk too much about each pose and it becomes distracting and makes your yoga practice jerky or without connection)
2. You’re given freedom to do arm balances/​head stands and variations other than what is being led during the practice (other places want you to stick to their poses).
3. Inspiring, modern music that helps drive the energy of the yoga practice. Perhaps because music speaks to me in all aspects of my life, and especially with yoga.
4. The way that the yoga practice led is in a very calming, relaxing, but empowering manner. Other places lead the practice in a manner that can stress you out (again, by the talking too much), and that should never happen in your yoga practice!
5. The BEST part is the instructors may actually come around and MASSAGE you (especially why I love Jessie)! As Thai massage is part of the yoga practice, this place practices that!!! It’s the ONLY yoga studio I’ve found in Tucson where this is done. It’s an invaluable gift that these instructors give to you. And I don’t understand why other places don’t do this too!!!
I would advise to come 15 minutes early if you can for the afternoon classes and even some of the morning classes, as the room fills up quickly! The studio itself is beautiful and calming with nice wooden floors and large windows to let the sunlight in. I do wish the room were bigger so there were more space between mats, but hey, it’s a sign that of a good place when classes get that packed!
Namaste. :)

Who knew that one of the best yoga studios in Tucson is just a block away from my parents’ house where I grew up? This is definitely a place I will be visiting again when I’m there for a visit.
Session Yoga is located on the West side of Broadway Village where the mystery bookstore used to be located. It’s not a giant studio, but they probably squeezed 40 or so people into the class on Black Friday and what a great way to follow a traditional Thanksgiving meal it was.
It’s described as Hot Power Yoga and the room is heated and humidity added so you definitely work up a great sweat. Kristin, the instructor, did a great job and even though I’m no yoga pro, I was able to follow her instructions with ease.
Session Yoga actually makes me wish I still lived in Tucson because I would be a regular. Luckily, since my parents, sister, and numerous friends still live there, I will no doubt be back again.

Session Yoga is one of the most unique studios that I have ever been to. The owners Chelsea and Kristin have the most creative vibe and energy and keep evolving as a business and studio. I was lucky enough to be a part of the opening of the studio and community and it has grown so much in the past year and a half.
Traveling cross country to teach and practice opens up limitless classes and studios to be a part of. I have been teaching at multiple studios from AZ, LA, NYC, Seattle, etc and Session by far is one of my favorite to practice and be at. I catch myself in Manhattan missing Tucson, Arizona’s SESSION YOGA more than anything.
If you want to be a part of something great, go to Session Yoga. The prices are affordable and they carry amazing products such as: Lululemon, Fed by threads (a local clothing company) Yogitoes, Ultima, and their very own Session Yoga attire.
practice, practice.
I LOVE YOU SESSION YOGA

I love this studio. I never enjoyed yoga until I started going to Session– so glad I gave it a shot! It’s completely different than the yoga I’d tried in the past at places like LA Fitness.
Some classes play music. Good music at that– sometimes I have to keep myself from Shazzaming in the middle of class. The power yoga class is fast paced, so you get the satisfaction of a cardio workout. One of the reasons I never liked yoga in the past was that I felt it wasn’t invigorating enough. Not the case here! I leave satisfied. And sweaty. If you don’t like to sweat, maybe not the place for you.
The atmosphere is welcoming. There’s no awkwardness about laughing in class. Actually, the instructors are often the jokers!
I’ve made friends and business connections since I started going because its easy to bond there.
I recommend this studio to everyone and anyone– whether they are «into» yoga or not because typically people are surprised by the way they do things at Session.
There’s a surprising male presence there too– probably because there are power yoga classes that are great for strength building.
I wholeheartedly say give this studio a go.

I decided to try Session Yoga after getting a Groupon for a five session pass. After going a handful of times, I’ve decided I generally like this place and even bought a few more classes at full price.
I really appreciate the hard work and love Chelsea and Kristen have put into the studio and have never had a bad class. I think that both women (who are the only instructors I’ve worked with at Session) are very patient, talented and do a great job at balancing a fun, challenging practice with important moments to help you relax and find your center.
I also really love that these classes are a bit longer than most — a full hour and a half on the weekends is so perfect for helping me decompress for the week. Plus the studio itself is absolutely beautiful and inspiring in its own right.
I only have a few *small* complaints. I occasionally find the classes a bit repetitive — but I think that can be a really good thing for beginners and people who are looking for a style of yoga they can really sink their teeth into. I prefer to mix it up and face a new challenge each time.
I also think the classes are a bit overpriced for Tucson. All other studios I’ve been to in the area charge between $ 4 and $ 6. Session Yoga is $ 8 per class ($ 7 if you pay cash). Those are New York or D.C. prices here in Old Pueblo — and I would know, I’ve lived in both places. That being said, this is a heated studio with, like I said, longer classes… so I think this is something that can be overlooked.
Lastly (and I’ll admit this is silly), I’d argue there’s a certain obsession with Lululemon there. It’s not like you can’t practice there if you aren’t properly attired in some Lulu leggings, but I sometimes feel judged when I’m not clad in the overpriced yoga retailer’s clothes. I don’t necessarily think the owners/​instructors perpetuate that feeling, but they do sport the brand as well.

This place just rocks ! I’ve been 4 times and each time, I feel centered, & rejuvenated along with the feeling of accomplishment from getting in a kick ass workout ! Try out this little gem of a yoga studio, the teachers are friendly, fun & knowledgable, atmosphere is ommm– tastic & the music is über cool. Definitely worth checking out!