We’re excited for you to join us!

Below is some general information to help guide you to enjoy your journey.

Arrive 15 minutes before scheduled class. Discuss any injuries or health issues with the teacher before class. Wear something you’re comfortable sweating in. Breathable fabric is most desirable. Women mainly wear leggings or shorts and a sports bra or tank top. Men are normally most comfortable in shorts and a t-shirt. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Come to class on an empty stomach. Yoga mats, large towels, and bottled water are required in the studio. Please bring your own or we have them available for rent or purchase. Stay in the studio room for the full duration of class, this will help your body build endurance and calm your mind.
Absolutely! Regardless of your fitness level, hot yoga can be challenging. Muscles are toned and strengthened and all the body’s systems are brought into balance. With consistent practice you will see pounds and inches disappear.
Sumits Yoga was created by Sumit Banerjee based on his own years of experience practicing and teaching various yoga styles including Bikram and Vinyasa. The class integrates the core principles of traditional hot Bikram yoga and power flow yoga which is Ashtanga inspired.
Sumits Yoga series classes are a creative and effective combination of static poses, vinyasa flow, upbeat music, and heat. The series is mindfully designed and proven to strengthen, heal, and rejuvenate. Whether you’re brand new to yoga, or you’re looking to supplement a regular yoga practice, Sumits truly offers something for everyone. The series stays the same each class, but no two practices are ever identical, the challenge is yours to create!
Sumit encourages all students – newcomers and experienced students alike – to begin and maintain a consistent practice regardless of the style preferred. Sumit says,
“You’ll benefit from class by your effort regardless of how far or deep you get. As long as you are feeling it and you are breathing calmly, you’re practicing correctly.”

Use caution if you have high blood pressure, particularly low blood pressure, or are pregnant or nursing; please consult your doctor before class.
We welcome all students over the age of 15 at Sumits Hot Yoga, however, IF YOU ARE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 15-17 YOU MUST HAVE A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN SIGN FOR YOU PRIOR TO TAKING CLASS. If you are under the age of 15 we’re excited to have you as soon as you turn 15. Any exceptions to this must be approved PRIOR to the day of class, there are NO EXCEPTIONS made the day of or right before class. It’s fun to take yoga as a family, and we do offer family plan pricing! Parents, please contact us regarding consent forms and authorization for your child.
ABSOLUTELY! It’s important to understand that Yoga is not about flexibility. Yoga is for people of all ages and ranges of flexibility. Yoga is about stretching your spine and body in all directions. From the very first class you will learn the concept of “trying the right way” enabling you to receive the benefits of each pose according to your own ability. You will see and feel the benefits as you progress on your yoga journey. There can be unlimited benefits to people of all ages and flexibility who correctly practice yoga consistently.
Bring your yoga mat, a BIG towel (beach towel is best), water bottle, an open mind and a positive attitude! If you do not yet have a yoga mat, yogitoes, or a towel we sell and rent them at the studio.

Classes times are listed in the class schedule. Sumits Series classes are 60 minute classes. Flow and Yin classes are typically 60 minute classes. Other class and workshop lengths vary. Be sure to check the schedule and plan accordingly. Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled start time to register. If at any point you feel overwhelmed during class feel free to sit or lay down on your mat. As you build the ability to focus your mind and still your body, the struggle will disappear. Please do not walk out of the yoga room during class. Staying in the room helps your body adjust to the heat and helps the teacher know if there was a problem.
We recommend practicing 4-5 times per week to obtain the maximum benefits. You will receive the same benefits with a reduced practice schedule – just in a longer period of time. Yoga is a great addition to any workout or training schedule, helping improve your breathing, endurance, focus, flexibility and much more.
Arrive to class at least 10-15 minutes early to register & discuss health issues and or limitations with your instructor. We will show you where to put your personal items and answer any questions you may have.
- Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Drink plenty of water throughout the day and bring a large bottle with you to class as well. Water is available for purchase at the studio. If you have time throw a bottle in the freezer, the heated room will heat your water as well.
- Personal items are not permitted inside the yoga room, please only bring your mat, towel, water bottle, and positive attitude! If you do not have a yoga mat or towel you may rent them from us before class. We lock the yoga studio during class so your things will be safe. That means no cell phones/pagers, bags, shoes, etc are allowed in the yoga room.
- The yoga room is a quiet room. Please refrain from conversation inside the yoga room.
- Remain inside the yoga room during class. This allows your body to acclimate to the heat. When you feel overwhelmed, just lay down and work on catching and calming your breath.
- Gum is not allowed inside the yoga room.
- Please do not walk into or leave the yoga room while a class is in session.
- For best results we recommend not eating 2 hours before class and make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day.
- During class, if you feel overwhelmed or your heart starts racing please rest in child’s pose or savasana at any point, please do not leave the studio room.
The first class is always the hardest, don’t wait too long before your next class, that’s how you build endurance.
We take Cash, Visa, Master Card (both credit and debit card), American Express and Discover Card. For the community classes it is helpful if you pay in cash, this helps the line move more quickly. Standard classes are $20 (including tax) & our Community classes are approximately $15 (including tax).