8 Great Places for Yoga in West Hollywood
From hip-hop yoga to rooftop yoga, here’s where to get zen your way.
Your eyes are closed. You’re breathing hard and your heart’s pumping. Your body glistens with sweat. What are you up to?
Yoga, of course! Naturally, you want to see the sights, check out the nightlife and indulge your taste buds while visiting West Hollywood. But there’s no need to put your yoga practice on hold—especially when the city boasts such kick-ass places to glow with the flow.
Here’s a guide to keep you feeling zen.
Hotels
Petit Ermitage
Petit Ermitage hosts complimentary yoga for registered hotel guests at 8 – 9:15 a.m. every Monday through Friday and 9 – 10:15 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Classes are held on the rooftop Firedeck.
8222 CYNTHIA STREET, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069
310-854-1114, PETITERMITAGE.COM
Andaz West Hollywood
You can take in another terrific view of the Los Angeles skyline at the Andaz West Hollywood. One Sunday per month, guests and neighbors can take a one-hour yoga class with instructor Jake Ferree on the rooftop panorama lounge. Complimentary Zico coconut water beverages are available. Classes run from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. and cost $20. After class, yoga attendees receive 20% off a bottomless brunch at Riot House restaurant on the first floor.
8401 SUNSET BOULEVARD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069
323-656-1234, ANDAZWESTHOLLYWOOD.COM
Equinox
Guests of the Sunset Marquis Hotel have complimentary access to nearby Equinox, which runs a variety of classes.
If you’re staying at the Mondrian, the London, the Standard or other hotels within a 1-mile radius of Equinox, you can buy an Equinox day pass for $35. (You’ll need to show your room key and photo ID.)
8590 SUNSET BOULEVARD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069
310-289-1900, EQUINOX.COM
The Standard, Hollywood
Additionally, Standard guests can buy passes at the front desk for $15 (a $10 savings) to WeHo-adjacent Crunch Fitness, just down the street from the hotel.
8000 SUNSET BOULEVARD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90046
323-654-4550, CRUNCH.COM
Yoga Studios
YogaWorks
YogaWorks, a stalwart on the scene since opening its doors in 1987, believes yoga is for everyone, no matter your age or fitness level. Hatha, Iyengar, restorative and Vinyasa flow (many with music) classes are available.
1067 NORTH FAIRFAX AVENUE, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90046
323-654-2125, YOGAWORKS.COM
Playlist Yoga
Music definitely sets the mood at Playlist Yoga, which specializes in power vinyasa flow workouts designed to ignite the body and clear the mind. Songs are curated by instructors and the resident DJ. When you book your class, you can reserve a specific spot in the room to avoid that last-minute rush to the back (or front) row. (Credit cards only, no cash.)
624-A NORTH LA CIENEGA BOULEVARD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069
424-249-3400, PLAYLISTYOGA.COM
AuraYoga
Another option is AuraYoga, where you can choose from a variety of flow-based yoga instruction, including classes that feature power-based sequencing, light weight training and hot fusion, which helps detox your body. Aura’s hot fusion focuses on the lower body, so it’s a good choice if you have elbow, shoulder or wrist issues.
8608-A SUNSET BOULEVARD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069
323-570-0570, AURAWORKOUT.COM
Y7 Studio
Or try Y7, which calls itself the original hip-hop yoga studio, and is focused on being inclusive and accessible. Flow to the beat and feel the heat in a candlelit room with no mirrors.
8270 MELROSE AVENUE, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90046
Y7-STUDIO.COM
Namaste.