Y7 Studio Flatiron

I used to loveeeee Y7 and used to come here religiously, 5+ times a week! However since they started doing sculpt classes, they’ve taken over the afternoon schedule - particularly the 4:30 class. Now they don’t offer any yoga classes at 4:30, except Thursdays. Sculpt is cool and all but not my favorite. I really miss being able to take my regular 4:30 and decompress after work. I wish they would at least alternate the days between sculpt and yoga! It’s a yoga studio!!!!

As others have been talking about, the showers are visible from the check in. As I checked in I literally saw someone flow everywhere out of the showers. They also made me buy this overpriced uniform for the flow nation

I really enjoy coming to this studio. The workouts are great but more importantly it’s kept clean and bathrooms and showers are always stocked. I’ve tried other hot yoga studios around the city and this one’s the cleanest I’ve been to.

Orli led a phenomenal and challenging yoga class. Her cues were clear and she was motivational and encouraging. The front desk staff were also very welcoming and friendly.

Y7 Studio Flatiron 😔 Not recommended The receptionist is not welcoming new commers, attitude was so arrogant and cold, without looking at people and talking with a low voice, not mentioning a smile on face👎....very great contrast as a bacis yoga studio. The class was not recommended as well ...just like you were listening an audio class. The teacher was just sitting there giving cues, playing with music(DJ🤣?) The teacher was even facing back not looking as students from time to time..... Even students were not sure about what is going on, or some difficult asanas, no demo and no helping hands as all. Music was so loud, not enjoyable..... Maybe it is their style, ignoring participants....from the beginning to the end of my experience in Y7. However i am not quite agree, so sorry to say that as a yoga teacher as well for years🙏 please improve and dont wasting resources anymore, treasure this lovely place more, the studio itself,e.g. the location, design....are good.

Shabby Rude Terrible place — ironic it’s a yoga studio, come here to LOSE your peace of mind !! I recently had a dreadful experience at Y7 in Flatiron NYC. Despite arriving only a minute late for my yoga class, they callously refused to let me enter. It's absurd that they prioritize punctuality over accommodating their paying customers, especially when the class hadn't even started. Avoid this place at all costs – they clearly value arbitrary rules over customer satisfaction. Not recommended for anyone seeking a welcoming and flexible yoga environment. AVOID AVOID AVOID !!

I did enjoy the class. Great instructor and playlist. However, the class didn’t have the meditative and introspective aspect of yoga. The movements are yoga but I feel like it’s not embracing the core values of yoga. It is fun but if you’re looking for something peaceful and mindful, Y7 will not satisfy you.

Loved Amanda’s Sculpt class. Great use of equipment, great playlist and I always love the Y7 dark heated room with candles vibe. Will take the class again when my schedule allows.

I never tried hot yoga so I signed up for Y7's new client special - 3 classes for $59. Tonight I went to Slow Burn Vinyasa. The studio is on the 3rd floor of a walk up building. The staircase is long and steep - good warm up for yoga class. I checked in and the staff gave me two towels - face towel and towel to place on the mat so it doesn't slip. The locker area is pretty big, they have a few showers and bathrooms. Everything was clean. The studios themselves are another flight up. They have mats for use if you don't have your own. The studio was heated as expected though not suffocating. I didn't know what to expect. You'll definitely sweat but they do run the fans at times to give every one a break from the heat. The class was full and the people next to you are only about 5 inches apart. I'm not new to yoga but I also don't practice often. The instructor was nice and offered help if you needed it. However they do run through the flows and poses very quickly. At some points I found myself just giving up and doing my own thing because I could not keep up with how fast the pace was. The room is dark except for some candles which sets a nice vibe. Despite feeling lost at times I do feel like I got a good workout in. The end of the class was meditative and greatly brought the pace down which I appreciated. Overall I enjoyed the class and look forward to the two others I have booked. Leaving hot yoga and walking into the cold winter air felt nice. I couldn't imagine doing hot yoga in the summer though - where you'd have no relief from the heat. I don't think this type of yoga is for every one but it's worth a shot if you're curious.

I absolutely LOVED this workout way more than I expected! If you're like me and yoga feels too slow, boring, or too oddly spiritual this is worth a try. I made it through the class with energy because the playlist was bomb and the heat forced me to relax in order to preserve my energy and nerves. It was fun actually for me! Now, getting to the studio took about 5 flights of stairs that were not only narrow but also nearly 180 degree angled I thought if I turned a shoulder I'd fall and go to heaven. A nice pre workout & excitement builder so when you arrive you feel energized. They wouldn't allow phones/pictures of the studio so I figured I'd show you your doom of the staircase to heaven. I chose an instructor I was very satisfied with & her class was at capacity. No one mingled before or after though so you may have to go frequently to build relationships. Lots of guys to my surprise. The staff were nice but I'll say the water is $6 & towels there stink...bring your own. They have a refillable purified water tank free to use. Go, enjoy!!

Came to Y7 for the first time last week and had a wonderful experience. I will say it's quite the hike to get up the stairs so when you arrive in the studio, you're ready to work. There's plenty of lockers for all the students and they provide yoga mats which seem to be free - super if you don't want to lug a mat around the city or don't have room to store a mat. The flow class I took was interesting. There were 3 different flows, and we would do them slowly, to one breath one movement, then on the third round, we did it on our own time. I made the mistake of coming in an empty stomach so was getting pretty lightheaded by the end of class. Due to all the balancing poses, I couldn't do the final flow without concern I may collapse onto my neighbor so wasn't able to finish string. Regardless, I love a hard yoga class and I am so sick of feeling a class wasn't a challenge mentally or physically so this was still a great experience and just means I need to get stronger. I will be coming back to the studio and can't wait to build up my endurance and master this class!

"Gyn yoga" I tried this studio for the first time recently since it is not far from my apt. It's an interesting experience especially for a man. It's just very female oriented even compared to their studios. Nothing wrong with that but just giving fair notice to my fellow testerone carriers. It is a super dark, quiet studio with awkward non-locker room storage. Changing rooms. I'd rather have kicker rooms. Candle lit studio. Kinda hot yoga but not super hot. What's to cheer - it's kinda romantic - you can access this studio from Gym Pass What's to jeer - cramped in the studio and very hard to navigate to find a spot because it is like a black hole lit by some candles - it's a lazy workout - Feels like the instructors first time teaching - it's super feminine

Living in NYC for the summer means one thing and one thing only... trying every yoga/pilates studio possible. This was my first time going to a Flow Vinyasa class at Y7 at their Flatiron location and it did not disappoint. I had a little difficulty actually finding the studio as it's hidden next to Deep Indian Kitchen but I found my way up the three flights of stairs into the studio. Modern and chic, the studio greeted me with free protein infused water and two wonderful women behind the front desk. The studio was clean, sanitized, and odorless. This was something I quickly noticed as I made my way up the stairs into the hot yoga room. The entirety of the class was a bit more challenging than Corepower (which is what I was hoping for) and the instructor was fabulous. The class had three flow's, and the music was surprisingly good (shoutout Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj) By far the most challenging hot yoga class I've done and will definitely be coming back! 9.9/10

I had a nice weekday session with Chloe here. The lobby/locker room is up a few flights of stairs, but once inside it's very spacious and clean. They have showers, bathrooms, and a few toiletries (face wipes, face cream, dry shampoo, spray on deodorant, etc) available for your use. The yoga studio was cozy and had 3 rows you could choose to set up in. There's mat wipes available in the room in case you want to clean. I thought our instructor, Chloe, was good at explaining each movement and taking us through the flows. The flows were a little too long for me though, so when we were left to go through it by ourselves I basically forgot most of it haha. There were also a lot of standing balance poses which I struggled with as a beginner. I appreciated that she didn't play the music too loudly, and it was a little calmer than my experience at the UES location. I thought the front desk staff did a great job interacting with clients. One man came in and immediately started arguing with them about the mask mandate, but the staff was very calm and professional in addressing him.

The front desk man at this location is always unpleasant. I've had issues with him being rude every time I've come. Today I was 2 minutes late and he was going to let me in until I said I was dropping in, the class wasn't full, and we've all seen people come into this studio late. I've seen people join late every single class. I really feel this is the worst location simply because of the customer service.

I wanted to write an updated review of my experience here post-COVID! I know it says on Yelp that this studio is temporarily closed, but they reopened this month! I was disappointed to hear that the Bryant Park location was permanently closed, but happy that this location reopened! The staff here was super accommodating in refunding my membership from pre-COVID, since this location is a bit farther for me and I won't be able to go as frequently. I decided to purchase a class pass instead of keeping my membership! I have been back to the studio twice already since the reopening and had great experiences both times. They take your temperature when you walk in and you fill out a COVID questionnaire in advance. Mat and towel rentals are an extra fee, but I have been bringing my own. If you show proof of vaccination, they record it in your profile and you are able to take your class off once you settle into your spot in the studio. They have markers on where to put your mat and everyone is distanced from each other. The instructors still wear masks and are not doing hands on corrections for the time being. The instructors I had so far were Casey Layne and Elise. Both were awesome in keeping with the We Flow Hard class format, but still brought individuality to the class. I love how no class is ever the same and every instructor has their own vibe! I can't wait to come back here and take class again. So happy that my go-to yoga studio has reopened!

I was in town for vacation and looked up studios that were close to my hotel. Y7 Studio Flatiron was a short 8 min. walk from my hotel, and I saw that they had an introductory offer on Mindbody where I could get 3 passes for $59 Although I wouldn't be able to utilize all 3 passes, this still ended up being a great deal. The cost of 3 class passes would still be cheaper than paying for 2 drop-ins ($32 each time. What was great was that mat and towel rentals were included. I thought the studio was beautiful and spacious. Loved the sleek, black design against the wood grain. I also appreciated the spa-like amenities, such as the facial cleansers. Customer service was great. Check-in was easy. The receptionist welcomed me and explained everything to me thoroughly. I took the 9am "We Flow Hard" on a Saturday morning. I didn't really know what to expect as I've never been to a Y7 Studio before. We don't have any Y7 Studios in the SF Bay Area to my knowledge, so I was very open to the new experience. The instructor provided the lowdown of their trademarked format, which consisted of 3 main flows (1 warmup and 2 dynamic sequences), a small core sequence, and then cool down. During the 3 flows, we go through it slowly once, a second time to one breath/one movement, and a third time on our own. I liked the concept of the individual yoga journey while feeding into the collective. The dark lit room and music to drown out the environment helped me to stay focused and centered on my own practice. However, I'm a little conflicted about how I felt about the overall experience. Y7 was great for intermediate to advanced practitioners, and I questioned if this would be the right space for beginner students. If I was a beginner, I think I would feel lost by how quickly the flows move. Furthermore, there was no guidance during the times we did the flows on our own. I didn't hear the teacher offer anyone alignment cues, advanced poses, modifications, etc. Not sure if that's because the teacher lacked the experience to cue or that's just the whole idea of Y7 where you're left to explore asanas on your own. As a yoga instructor myself, I just wouldn't tell someone, "OK you can go ahead and incorporate hand stands..." without explaining how to do it step by step, what to engage, etc. To be fair, the music was cranked up really loudly at this point, so if she was giving assists I wouldn't have heard her. Anyway, I got a good sweat and created time for my personal practice, and that's what mattered. To each their own!

Obviously this is NYC, and subway issues that are out of our control happen all the time, but apparently that concept is lost on this studio. I commuted 50 minutes from bed stuy, and got up the three flights of stairs literally only 2 minutes late for class, and was callously denied entry. I understand policy, but where is the grace? Where is the empathy? I love one of the instructors, but the studio is way too small and the front desk attitude is terrible. Surely management will make a standard statement about "safety" pointing to the policy, but 2 minutes is extreme when every class I've been to here doesn't get started until 5 mins after. Also, I've almost broken my neck exiting the studio after class because the floor is soaking wet and slippery. Apparently that's not dangerous enough though. Apparently that risk is fine in the dark, just not entering class 2 mins late while folks are still setting up and the floor is dry. Instead of telling your front desk they'll "get in trouble" for offering grace, maybe a better customer retention tool would be to offer them different talking points on how to potentially help make your loyal customers feel better and understood after being out $$ and a workout because of 2 minutes.

I love Y7! I've been a member for almost 4 years now. The only thing that stops me from giving this review 5 stars is the fact that they don't have a lot of amenities/diversity like they used to. We used to be able to bring a friend and now we can't, so I end up doing a lot of these classes alone - which is fine. But, it'd be nice to have a friend come with me to experience Y7. To me, referrals are the best way to get new clients, so how will my friends know they'll like Y7 if they don't try it (even if it's one freebie)?

The Slow Burn Vinyasa class with Megan was such an amazing experience, both mentally and physically. Megan is a wonderful instructor who took the time to guide and explain each movement thoroughly. She provided a comfortable, warm, motivating, and spiritual environment for class and I highly recommend. I will most definitely be back for another class soon.

I have been taking classes with Y7 for years and have never been late. Due major delays with subways, I arrived to the studio 6 minutes late and was told I would not be allowed in as it would "disrupt the flow", as if a 15 second distraction would ruin the class. I understand this is their policy, but I was not aware of this and would have just cancelled the class and accepted a late fee knowing I would be late. I did not do this because I have seen people be allowed in late and it certainly did not disrupt the flow, and figured they would do the same for me arriving late this one time, but that was not the case. I asked if as a courtesy they could provide me with a free class for the inconvenience and rude treatment for a loyal customer having learned my lesson to not be late, but they refused. This is terrible business practice and incredibly self righteous for a business that claims to support mental health, mindfulness, and acceptance. I will not be returning and will be supporting other studios like Lyos Den, Corepower, and Modo Yoga.

Y7 Studio was the one class I wanted to try during my recent trip to NYC. It has been highly raved by the ClassPass community so I have been curious about Y7 for quite some time and signed up for Hip Hop Wednesdays with Kristen. Hip Hop Wednesdays features an artist for the duration of the class...the day I went featured A$AP Rocky. I really enjoyed the structure of the class: You go through different flows and throughout the class it gets challenging. There's even a segment where you get to flow on your own, and that got me in my own zone with the help of dimly lit setting and music. Although there were a few times I had to chill in child's pose, I love the workout I got out of this class. While I would love to give Y7 a solid 5 star rating, the amenities leave much to desire. There are no showers and not a lot of space in the waiting room or changing areas. This causes crowding during the transition of classes getting out, while others are trying to get in for the next session. Other than that, I highly recommend Y7 for those who have some yoga experience under their belt.

Please get new towels. Your ratty ass disgusting towels (they were all like this) are pretty horrible. Also the class was meh. And now changing room for women or men? Again...no thanks. The class was basic.

I've been here a couple times a few months ago with a friend, but decided to commit to the January Sweat to Reset challenge to get in a good mindset for the new year. The facility is very nice. Plenty of lockers, a couple of changing rooms as well as showers and bathrooms. The studios are on a floor above which is actually really nice because any sound coming from the waiting room area can't be heard while you're practicing. The front desk staff has always been super kind and welcoming upon arrival. I will say, that I wouldn't recommend this to someone who has never done yoga before. You need to be familiar with a basic understanding of some the terms and positions as the room is dark and there isn't a lot of emphasis on what each position is when the structure is being called out. With that being said, I'd you are new, there are plenty of people in the room that you can follow, but that could potentially be frustrating. What I do love is that your practice and what you bring to the mat is truly up to you. Need to just flow on your own or sit in child's pose through a flow, go for it! The instructors never make you feel like you need to be keeping up or doing more. Towels and mats are available for you to use, but I tend to bring my own additional one because you will sweat, a lot! The typical uniform is people wearing their sports bras or other tight fitting tops (or no shirts for men) and tights/leggings. My first time I went I was wearing a dri-fit style shirt because I wasn't comfortable just wearing a sports bra. Halfway through the class I took it off because it was drenched. Everyone is sweating so much and working hard that no one cares what you look like, so dress however you feel most comfortable.

I am new to yoga, but I thought I'd give Y7 a try after hearing the owner on my favorite podcast (Diet Starts Tomorrow). They say this is meant for all levels but I have to strongly disagree. I've taken maybe 3-4 yoga classes in my entire life and have zero clue the name of any pose and when the instructor talks fast and in the almost pitch black room, it's hard to keep up. I told the instructor it was my first class and she was really good about correcting my positions, but for the most part I had to try to follow the people around me to be on pace, which kind of took the "zen" out of what yoga is supposed to be I guess. Aside from my experience level, I have to say it really was a good workout. The infrared heat was JUST enough. I loved how it was more of a dry heat so it was still bearable to breathe, but I worked up an insane sweat. I loved the studio vibe, the matte black contemporary look is right up my alley, and I was a huge fan of the pitch black studio, so even if I couldn't keep up I was still able to not feel weird about it. I would love to come back and take another class but I definitely need to take a few beginner style classes before jumping right into it again!

Can't leave a review for how the class actually is cus apparently you need to show your vax card to get in (haven't carried it around in months and have worked out all over the city no problem).

I walked into the studio 4 minutes late on a day in nyc when there was extreme traffic and public transport delayed due to an NYPD funeral and an incoming winter storm. They give you absolutely zero wiggle room and do not offer a refund. My bus didn't show and the trains were late, so I spent $40 on a cab to get to this class I already paid $25 for just to be turned away for being 4 minutes late. I started to cry after wasting so much time and money, and no one did anything to help. They say it's a "safety issue" to walk into the dark room late. Grow up.

I'm an avid yogi, but rather put off by this overcrowded studio. The class was decent and a good workout, but if you're someone who enjoy's personal space this is not the studio for you. On top of being crowded, a send of community that I have enjoyed in many yoga studios is not present here. I found the members rather rude and inconsiderate while navigating the tight space. Seems like a potentially cool concept and focused on catering to millennials, but unfortunately left me rather disappointed.

THIS STUDIO HAS NO SHOWERS. How do you have a place where you teach HOT YOGA (the class is literally called sweatfest) and you have NO SHOWERS? All the have is a 'refresh room' which is literally a bathroom (with an out of order toilet), some face wash, and a hand dryer. There are plenty of other Y7 locations that DO have showers, and I like their company as a whole, just not this location.

This is not necessarily the best smelling studio, but nice staff and a good workout. Lots of sweating in the heated rooms And freedom given the "freestyle" times to do your own thing- though this might not be for everyone.

Fave hot yoga studio in NYC. It's pretty fast paced, with three flows per class, each with a flow on your own portion, so if you're a beginner or looking for more instruction, this probably isn't your best bet. Mats / towels are available to rent, and the studio and shower facilities are clean and calming. You'll sweat, you'll push yourself, and you'll get a little hip hop fix. And even though the whole "tribe" thing is all over the walls and gear, you'll be made to feel welcome by all who work here, no matter your yoga expertise! (Trust me, I fall out of about a dozen poses per class)

FYI - I know very little about yoga, as I've been to only a handful of classes, so excuse me if I call every pose, child's play or downward dog or butcher the "lingo." I just came here after getting a trial of ClassPass. What I LOVED: + The Instructor + Instruction: Megan was great, sans her "hip-hop" selection (but more on that later). You could tell that she was very well-trained in both yoga and general fitness by her dedication to the "flow" and emphasis on the movement on certain body parts for the best workout. She spoke at just the right volume, and adjusted the music at the perfect time. Although other Yelpers have warned that Y7 instructors are very hands-off and it could be difficult for new yogi's, I found that Megan's hands-on, then hands-off instruction was perfect for me (someone who lives in the child's play position but had no idea that it had a name). Plus, all the other girls in the class seem like yoga master's so I had a ton of teachers, honestly! I sat in the back row, but I didn't feel isolated or lost as Megan walked around frequently. We did three flows, and within each flow, Megan would lead us through the movement about twice on each side and subsequently, allow about 1 minute of freestyle with the music turned up. The workout was good. I felt my abs tighten, I felt my limbs stretch, and I felt a calm. + The Yoga Studio: I actually appreciate a dark (almost pitch black), candle-lit studio, the ambiance is much more serene, relaxing and very much less judgmental. I accidentally fanned out one of the candles while putting down my mat, so I experienced even ~more~ darkness on my left side, but my right side held it down. Also, darkness helps because about 20 minutes into the class, you will start to sweat profusely. And it will be gross + good at the same time. It will drip down your face, down your legs and onto your mat, which will transform it into a slip-n-slide. Make sure to bring a towel, get a complimentary one from the front desk, or rent a skid less one for $3. You will need it! And wear the least amount of clothes possible, or very moisture-wicking clothing if you're fancy. And don't feel bad that you're literally showering sweat, because, surprise! When you walk out into the light, you'll see that everyone else was too. What I HATED (disliked): + Size: The studio was a decent size for the amount of people (I assume around 20) practicing, but once the class was released, the actual "lobby/front desk area," was so crowded. There are cubbies, two chairs, a bench, two racks of merchandise, a table of merchandise, racks for mat rentals, a stand-up AC and a front desk. My class was all pressed together, also amongst the people who were waiting for the next class to start. We were literally, "A Tribe Called Sweat." There was a wait for the bathroom (only 2). There are plenty of mirrors to look at yourself, be disgusted, and have little wiggle room to do anything about it. Yay! + Hip Hop Selection: Although I couldn't fathom how hip hop and yoga could meet at a safe space, I was still quite optimistic about the class. Prior to choosing a class slot, I looked to see if the music preferences of the instructors were listed on ClassPass or on the website (like SoulCycle), but I found nothing. I decided to take a chance either way. Upon arrival, The " A Tribe Called Sweat" merchandise in the lobby amphed me up even more. I took this as a sure sign that the hip hop would be along the lines of "A Tribe Called Quest," and there if no way that could ever be a bad experience. WRONG. My instructor played purely "pop music," and if she played any "hip hop," she played it during the point that the music was inaudible. PLEASE, if you're going to brand yourself as a yoga company that is MUSIC-centered, specify the preferences of the instructors. PLEASE, if you're going to brand yourself as a yoga studio that is HIP-HOP-centered, please refrain from pop music, and off-brand mixes of well-known hip hop songs. It was also be a nice touch to employ some POC. What you SHOULD do: + If you're looking for a good yoga sweat, try it out. The music could be a throwaway. I did it through ClassPass, so I'm not sure of the pricing but after your first class, they offer you 2 weeks/$45 PRO TIP: + Be prepared to walk up about 4 flights of stairs. The workout starts at the front door! + Bring a towel, and moist towelettes, or baby wipes. Bring the closest thing to a shower that you can. + Bring water. + Be ready for class (dress @ home). + Bring your own mat - I'm sure they clean theirs thoroughly, but they get pretty sweaty. I'd feel more comfortable using my own.

Heard about this, and finally decided to check it out. Alert - this is about 4 stories up and there's no elevator. Also come ready to do your workout. There's only two bathrooms and the area where they are is pretty narrow. The class is a hour. The actual studio room was great. It was dark and the candles got everyone into a good vibe. The teacher would teach a flow and basically let us do it all by ourselves, all to the sound of hip hop music. It was a little "interesting,", and to be honest, a little corny and contrived. Like, i don't want to do a downward dog to the sounds of "Notorious Thugs." But i get the appeal to people who may just think it's "cool" or "chic" or whatever the new buzzword is. Just not for me. That's probably the most i'll say about this on Yelp. There aren't any showers, which after doing hot yoga, you'd like a lot. I'd rather go to Bikram Yoga NYC - about 5 mins away on 5th Ave They have showers there and all of the amenities you'd want.

I've tried to persuade a special man friend that Y7 Yoga is analogous to a night at the club - minus the drunk people. Dark, sweaty, sensual, candlelit, desensitizing your primary senses, semi nude gyrations, excellent music, plentiful posturing, getting yourself in a bind, eventual passing out. I still haven't convinced him, but I continue to attend for these reasons. Mike Rosen's classes are challenging and affirming. Of the 25+ or so classes I've taken at various Y7's bi-coastally, he stands out with fluid sequencing.

After moving from LA it's been difficult trying to find a yoga studio where you actually get a work out. My first class was with Michelle, I didn't care for her too much. she was extremely rude not sure if she was having a bad day but came right to my friend and I before class started asking us to be quiet. We were in class at 6:45 for the 7pm class. Mind you I get its a yoga class and if there are rules why not just announce it to everyone don't single people out. leave the attitude at the door honey!! we are all here to have fun!! I will definitely be trying other instructors!! Tip: the stairs up to the studio are a workout itself so be prepared Bring your own mat, towels and water or you will pay to rent a mat!!

After months of hearing about Y7, I decided to finally to take the plunge and I had a pretty stellar experience. Because I work in flatiron on 23rd, I found this location super convenient for me. The door is tucked away in between storefronts and the studio itself is up a 4 floor walk up. I've been practicing yoga for about a year, and would say I'm pretty average, but can handle most yoga classes. I've only ever done traditional vinyasa/hatha/etc. classes, and this was by FAR the most unique experience I've had. The ladies working the front desk were personable and quick to get me set up for class. When you enter the studio, it's nearly pitch black with candles dimly lit, and the heat is turned UP. My instructor Krista was attentive, knowledgeable in yoga, and infused her humor within the practice that didn't feel intrusive, but refreshing. The practice itself is pretty advanced and is broken into 3 sessions of 3 different poses - she walks you through one section of poses, you go through the motions 1 breath to 1 pose, then it's a free for all for a minute or so. There are "warm up/cool down" phases with light music, where you get to stretch out, like any other yoga class. You will POUR sweat, so you absolutely need to bring water with you (or purchase one there) and grab a face towel. The rest of the space is pretty small and gets congested in between classes, while the previous class is trying to get their stuff to leave, and the upcoming class is waiting for the studio to be cleaned. On top of that, there aren't locker rooms/showers, just private bathrooms. And after a very hot yoga class, it's a bit of a problem. I'd probably be more enticed to go if the prices of classes were prorated to make up for it. Otherwise, I'm likely to only go on Saturdays or Sundays, when I don't have to be anywhere after class. All in all, I'd 100% recommend Y7 to anyone looking for a fresh take on yoga, especially if you're into Drake, Jay-Z, or A$AP Rocky.

Y7 is a solid choice for hot yoga. The breakdown: A power vinyasa flow in candlelight where you listen to hip hop, flow on your own with no judgement, sweat all the bad s**t out of you and come out a new person. I've been to y7 soho, union square and flatiron. All 3 of them are pretty consistent with the pros and cons below: (Note: UES just opened and I haven't been yet. It's bigger, has more time slots, and has showers so my review will not be a reflection of the UES studio) Pros: - I actually really like the flow on your own portion of class. There are three in total (for the signature classes. None in the slow burn class.) Some poses aren't my cup of tea, so it's nice to be able to take it out and put in a pose that I want to do. - Customer service is friendly and helpful. - There are two bathrooms, filtered water, hair ties/bobby pins, face wipes, dry shampoo, etc. - Mat rentals and towels available for a small fee. Small face towels are complimentary. - Great instructors! My favorites are Stephanie, Beth, Kristin, Joanna and Kate. I haven't had any instructors I disliked though and all are special in their own way. - On ClassPass - Hot but not too hot. It's funny to mention this considering it's labeled as a hot yoga class but I think it's good to note that y7 is only 80-90 degrees which is perfect for me. I love my hot yoga but I'm not looking for a Bikram yoga class. So those that are on the same page, don't worry! There's enough heat to get deep into the poses but not too hot where you'll feel overwhelmed. - Candlelit. I love that there are candles and it's calming. It also helps me clear my head and not look at what my neighbor is doing or wearing. You really feel comfortable in your own skin. - Community classes. It's great that they offer free community classes once a week or so at some of their studios. Even though it's not a convenient time slot (usually 2:30PM) , it's nice that it's available if it works for you. - Hip-hop themed. Hip Hop Wednesdays FTW! All the music, clothing, signs are hip-hop themed. It's something that really sets this studio apart from other yoga studios. There's not a hippie vegetarian aura here like there are with most yoga studios I've been to which I really appreciate. Cons: - The mats are kind of gross here and smelly. If I do rent a mat here, I usually go for the yoga towel too which helps cover up the stink from the previous renter. I try to bring my mat as much as I can to avoid this but it's definitely a con because 90% of the time I've rented, the mats have been unsavory. - No lockers. It's the honor system here--but then again it's also NYC so leave your valuables at home. - No showers. Not a big deal for me personally because I live close to the flatiron location. But this is good to know if you plan on doing a morning class at a location not so close to home and then head straight to work. - There's not a lot of hands on adjustments. Out of all the classes I've done, maybe I've had one or two hands on adjustments--probably because it's dark and hard to see. I also wish there was some hands on assistance at the end during savasana because that's always my favorite part. - The overly loud music. Sometimes it's hard to hear the instructor say the next pose over the music. Would be nice to have a balance. - There are not a lot of morning time slots. 7am is pretty much the only one that works and a lot of people leave the class early to make it on time to shower and get to work. The takeaway: - I know people that love it here and people that hate it. It's not for everyone, but you will walk out of class feeling better than when you walked in. Try it! If you're not on classpass, they also have a great First Time Customer package. Keep in mind that the y7 class can be tough for a beginner, so start off with a slow burn class and ease your way into the vinyasa flow.

In a city like NYC with hundreds of boutique fitness studios, yoga studios need to do something unique to stand out if they want to stay relevant. Y7 has passed this test with flying colors. I've been to many yoga studios through ClassPass, and Y7 is by far my favorite because it's so different from the others! The studio offers one type of class: hip-hop yoga fusion in a dark, candlelit room heated between 80-90 degrees. At other studios I find myself getting bored halfway through the class, with my eyes on the class for the rest of class counting the minutes until savasana. Not at Y7! The class is broken into a couple of segments - class starts off with a few stretches, and then the instructor goes through 3 vinyasas. For each vinyasa the teacher first goes through the poses slowly, then at a quicker pace of 1 breath per movement. For the third set, the instructor puts on a hip hop song (often Drake or Jay-Z) and you get to flow on your own. The class ends with some more stretching poses, and then my favorite - Savasana. I also love that there is no clock in the room. What's great is that every class is different because you can put your own spin on the different poses. Plus, the mix of music played keeps things interesting. As much as I love Y7, I'm taking off one star because I do think they should have multiple showers at all locations. The Flatiron location is next to my office, but I'm not able to go as much as I'd like to since I can't shower afterwards. After a 60 minute "a beat bumpin' sweat drippin experience," (as they describe it) dry shampoo and face wipes just doesn't cut it. I have been visiting Y7 three times per month for the past 2 years through ClassPass. Since Y7 has become so popular, it's difficult to get into prime-time classes through ClassPass. Next month I'm planning on putting ClassPass on hold and trying a month of unlimited Y7 ($99 for first-timers)!

I love Y7! Yes it's not "traditional" yoga, but you still go through the positions and get a good sweat in. Huge fan of this studio because it's very spacious and has 3 showers.

Since my search for hot yoga brought me to Y7, it has been my absolute favorite spot to practice in the city. I started at their Soho location, and now frequent this one as well. It is on the fourth floor of the building, and the stairs on the way up definitely bring the heat...but you're on your way to sweat it all out anyway so its not that big a deal, plus they have some cute signage on the way up to keep you motivated! The entry/reception space is small but adequate, with plenty of cubbies for your belongings plus merchandise and water for sale, and the hanging mats. They do have bathrooms, showers, hair dryers, etc if you need to use the facilities right after class - I have never personally but it is all there. As for the studio space, it's similar to their other locations - nice and dark, candlelit, with heaters and my fave music for yoga nowadays! The room is pretty big, I typically go in the middle of the day so I don't hit the super busy times, but they have markers on the floor to make sure there is room for everyone when it gets busy. The instructors are great and give you lots of time to flow on your own, just enough instruction, but if you are looking for a place to really fine-tune your practice and get help while in the poses, this isn't really the spot for it. Instructors are happy to answer any questions and help if you need it, but it's more of a flow-on-your-own type of class to just flow the way you want or need to for the day. Overall, I'm obsessed and will be back shortly - just wanted to show some love!! I recommend the 12pm class if you want to test it out without feeling crowded.

First time at this location. Friendly greeting, plenty of lockers, nice space and room to change...along with some products to freshen up after class.

There were a few pros about this studio: Cool, trendy vibe and atmosphere. Studio smelled good and actual yoga studio room was a good size. The candles make for a great atmosphere Cons: I was very disappointed in the class. I felt that the teacher paid 0 attention to people who needed extra help. She walked around the room non stop touching the candles and stepping over people's yoga mats which was extremely distracting. After teaching a flow she would have us do it at our own pace. however seeing everyone move to their own rhythm was distracting and made me forget where I was in my flow. The instruction was very hard to follow and I felt the teacher sounded more like an airplane flight attendant rattling off instructions than a soothing yoga instructor. Overall, in my opinion not worth it. There are a lot of studios with trendy vibes but I was disappointed by the lack of care that was taken to the students of the class.

My boyfriend and I did a class here for the day after one of his cousins invited us. It was about $60 for the both of us, which included mat and towel rental. Small bottles of Fiji water are $2 a pop if you didn't bring your own. Luckily dry shampoo, aerosol deodorant, and makeup wipes are all provided in front of the large mirrors by the bathroom area, so that's one less thing for you to lug around NYC. When you need to walk up 4 flights of narrow stairs to the hot and steamy small lobby area that is this studio, then you're gonna want to carry as little as possible. I went to the restroom to change while my boyfriend set up our mats in the room. It was very dark when trying to find him - thankfully he picked a spot somewhat close to the door. The walls of the room are brick with a fireplace at the front that has one of many large candles in front of it. The candles smell kind of like the Jonathan Adler grapefruit ones at Soul Cycle but not quite strong enough to drown out the smell of sweat and rubber mats. I've had a bit of experience with yoga classes and therefore was more familiar with the names of the poses as well as other terminology, but my boyfriend was struggling a bit. For example, he was utterly confused as to why people were laying down as if they were in pain aka what we yogis call child's pose. The instructor doesn't do the poses alongside you but gives detailed verbal cues. Sometimes the instructions come at you pretty quickly, so you just have to do your own thing or whatever feels good. On the slower flows, the instructor may help you with your posture. There are 3 set of moves that are done twice on each side of your body and then you have one minute at the end of each set to go at your own pace. The only issue is that there are a decent number of moves, so I just stayed in one pose for a while trying to jog my memory. Again, the instructor doesn't do the poses with you and doesn't give any verbal instructions during this minute because it's your time.

The classes are whatever. They are definitey not traditional yoga and you are not going to learn anything. The music is good but its not a great yoga experience. I had a terrible customer experience here and will not return to any of the studios for that reason. The employees are snobby and judgmental. It is not a supportive environment. Go to one of the million other yoga studios in Manhattan.

10/10 - Took class with Ivonne A. One of the best fitness instructors I have ever taken a class with. Her energy, instruction, music and knowledge were incredible. The studio was really cool too. Check this place out and do yourself a favor and take class with Ivonne.

I like this place in general, They have a dark room with a lots of candles that smell good. The only thing that I don't like is that during the class there is a section where the instructor lets you practice in your own so you have to remember all the steps and it's a little to much when you are there to relax. Still recommend them

Loved the ambiance in this class. The music was motivating yet calming and the flows were challenging. The instructor was very calming and I loved his cool down at the end of the class. I left feeling rejuvenated and inspired. Although it is so far from where I live, I will definitely be coming back

Bought the new student $45 3 class pack. When I arrived at the studio for my first class I was so overwhelmed and uncomfortable I ended up walking out and not taking the class. This studio is way too tiny for the amount of people they have coming here. I walked into a sweaty crowd and had to elbow to get through people. There are no showers and only 2 bathrooms. There's no lockers - just cubby's that are a free for all of everyone shoving their stuff in. I didn't feel comfortable leaving my belongings out in the open. There was a line for the bathroom and to get to the cubby's. I felt so overwhelmed at that point I didn't even want to change my clothes, so I left. Not planning on returning. On the plus side, they kindly refunded me my money.

If I was to tell you that New York City was to get yet another Yoga studio (which, spoiler alert: I am), you'd probably take a deep sigh and think something like: 1) Please let this one play good hip-hop. 2) Please let this one have a high-temp room that makes me sweat like a wildebeest exactly the way God intended. 3) Please let this one have free WTRMLN WTR's Watermelon Juice. Wow, it's like those Yogis read your mind. Because now, there's this: Y7 Yoga Studio ("Y" for yoga and "7" for the seven chakras), a grotto of beat bumping, sweat dripping, Vinyasa, candlelit yoga now open in Flatiron. The place is cozy, but not tiny. The actual class space held about 25-30 people without being crammed ass to face during downward dog, exposed brick and a hand selected hip-hop soundtrack chosen by the guest DJ (naturally), set the scene for some serious stretching action. Basically, this is the kind of place that makes a bench-press station seem as current as a Pinto. Sure, they've got some touchy-feely stuff that'll help you tap into your inner well-consciousness-being and the like, but they've also got a Vinyasa flow that will give you a run for your money. The intermediate-athletic flow lead by instructor Chloe Mackie was a bit faster paced than a more traditional practice, but than again everything about Y7 is non-traditional--starting with the lighting, or lack there of. Other than a few candles in the front of the room, it was dark, which I found at first to be terrifying and later more liberating. Yoga terminology is relatively foreign to me, how the hell was I supposed to look at the person next to me to to make sure I was doing the right thing if I couldn't see them?! Chloe explained that she would guide us through each order of the asanas once slow, pick up the pace, and then we would continue on our own without her at our own speed. Luckily Chloe's a badass instructor who gave clear concise directions of where she wanted our body to be, and when she wanted it to be there. An absolute must when your teaching a room full of slippery sweaty bodies in the dark. The repetitive nature and progressive pace of the sequence helped as well, making it easier to recall the order of the poses when it came time for the freestyle portion. I had plenty of time to explore each posture and work my way into it. The room is heated enough to loosen your muscles and get your heart rate up quickly, but not bake you alive. The beauty of the dark heat combo is that you loose all sense of embarrassment. It's simply too hot to worry about whether your boobs are swinging around or how your hair is plastered to your head. In fact, I kind of enjoyed being allowed to just sweat all over the place and not feel out of place. Inner peace: achieved. You can rent a mat $2 and sticky towel for $3 at the studio, or bring your own. To all the hot yoga novices like myself, I would highly recommend the sticky towel. I tried bringing my own cheap towel from home, and left looking like a human lint roller. I later found out that the beauty of the sticky towel is that it will better adhere to the mat, and the fabric is almost like a microfiber so it won't rub off on your clothes like regular towel lint does. Refresh after class with blow dryers, face towelettes, deodorant, dry shampoo (in lieu of showers) and plastic bags to put your sweaty clothes in. There aren't any lockers, so leave your Rolex at home. Maybe you're the type of person who likes to have "fun." Or move your body around to "music." Or say things like "Om." If so, this place is going to make a whole lot of sense to you.

Since moving to NYC, Y7 has been my favorite yoga class and experience. I've been practicing yoga for about 6 years now, and was a big fan of the hot yoga classes I had gone to back home because they were challenging, fast-paced and focused on a continuous flow. I looked for similar practices in New York, and couldn't find one that was really focused on the music (very important to me), and felt non-judgmental. I've gone to quite a few different Y7 instructors and locations, and in every experience I've had, the instructors have been prepared and knowledgeable and I've left the classes feeling really fulfilled. I very much appreciate the 'go at your own pace' mentality, and as a former dancer, I like the structure of learning a series of movements and then having time to do them on my own. Classes are an hour long, which is definitely on the shorter side for a yoga class, but they pack a lot of punch into that hour, and I've consistently left dripping sweat. That being said, definitely come prepared with your own towel and invest in a yogi toe, or you'll slip and slide. The classes (especially at popular times) fill up quickly, and they will book as many possible spots as they can, so arrive early if you want to have a choice in where to place your mat, and don't sign up for these classes if you need a lot of personal space. I'd always gone to yoga instructors who encouraged a packed room, with only space needed for you and your mat. I like classes with a lot of people, but I could see why it wouldn't be for everyone. Also, since the room is very dark, there isn't a lot of room for visual demonstrations or instruction, so as other reviewers mentioned, it might not be the best for beginners. One complaint is that the Flatiron location doesn't have any lockers, and I was apprehensive to leave valuables in the cubbies. There is a sign that they'll keep valuables behind the front desk, but I didn't notice it right away, so make sure to take advantage of that if you do have valuables that you want locked up. Overall, I'm a big fan of Y7, and encourage any yogi looking for a dynamic class filled with movement and energy to try it out!

Pretty good class and vinyasa flow. The main thing to know is the class focuses on standing postures mostly. There is a little centering at the beginning with a small focus on pranyama. Pretty quickly you are started on sun salutations and then a series of standing sequences. You repeat each one 3 times-- first time together and slower, 2nd time faster (one breath one movement) and last round at your own pace with freedom to flow. You end with some short core work and very little seated poses or backbends. No inversions or arm balances. Of note I've only taken one class. Not sure if the format is the same for all instructors. I enjoyed the teacher Hilary. She instructed clearly and didn't "over instruct". There were cues and verbal adjustments, some reminders on breath and some "new age" talk. Not over the top on anything which is great! I feel some teachers try too hard.. But I enjoyed Hilary's balanced style!! The room is dark and has some lights around the room. This encourages you to focus on feeling the pose and not on the look of it or how anyone looks around you. I did have to get used to the darkness and it made some balance poses hard. The room is heated to 80-90 degrees so it's not unbearable! I liked the temperature. No where near bikram (which is a good thing in my opinion). They use chill hip hop music! I enjoyed the unique playlist. Some may think it's a gimmick or distracting, but I honestly think it boosted my energy. The studio itself is pretty nice. The outside is brightly lit, smells nice and they have some apparel that's really cute. There are cubbies for your stuff. 2 bathrooms with some beauty products to freshen up. No showers. Drop in is $25 so kinda pricey. Be sure to sign up for the new student specials!! $45 unlimited 2 weeks!! Overall I enjoyed the flow and felt like I got a good work out. The music was good and the instructor was great as well!! Will be back

Sigh! I've been looking forward to taking a Y7 hip hop yoga class for months. It was cool/unique, but definitely had some cons. Try to come dressed for class. There are only two bathrooms (no where to change), and there was a line of 7 people waiting to change. The front desk was hollering for last call / giving a 2 minute warning and I guess they give up your spot if you're not ready. After complaints, they ended up telling everyone in the line that they'd be fine / admitted to class, but a pretty stressful way to start a yoga class. There isn't leeway to be late here. Good in the sense that they close the doors and begin class uninterrupted but it's a pretty stern policy. This class is DEFINITELY not catered for beginners. They will teach you a vinyasa flow sequence, once on each side, then verbally walk you through it one last time. Then they turn up the music and it's a free for all - you flow through at your own pace. Repeat 3x. The class is in the dark so it's really for those that have a decent background of yoga poses. I found it difficult to get lost in the flow, as I like to do in yoga classes. The mindfulness aspect was missing here, but maybe because it was my first time and I was hyper focused on figuring out what was going on. Or maybe it was the Kendrick Lamar. I could just be old school and prefer a more simple and spiritual yoga class. I may give Y7 hip hop another shot, but my first experience was OK. Overall, a great workout though - the flows were just challenging enough and you will definitely get your sweat on.

I like the exposed brick and high ceilings in the studio which feels very urban. I almost think the brick makes the sessions even hotter as compared to other studios. The only drawbacks are the small changing area, lack of lockers and showers.

Really bummed about my experience at Y7. I've been practicing yoga for years and years and have found a ton of amazing studios around the city. I've been following Y7's social channels and wanting to try it out forever. Finally got over there, and its clear that the gimmick is the main selling point here. The yoga and the hip hop don't tie in together whatsoever - its just playing in the background. The classes are broken into 3 different flows, as opposed to a fluid, even practice. And the facility is way too small for the number of people in and out of the place. You can barely get to your stuff at the beginning and end of class. If you're in it for the trendy, heated beginner yoga experience you may enjoy but if you're looking for a real yoga studio to practice at, this isnt it.

Praise the Lord for this renovation. The new studio is beautiful!! I love how the setup is exactly like UES (because that one also kicks ass). So thankful for the addition of the 630 pm class. I love the girls and guys behind the desk they are funny and always in a good mood/playing good music. It really makes me smile when they remember my name.

I met my Bumble BFF date here for an early morning yoga sesh. It's true that the space is a little tight but the class was WONDERFUL. Nothing like a good sweat and savasana to connect with a new friend. The studio provides water, mats, towels, and other toiletries. I love Y7!

I always wanted to be a yogi but never found the right class. Brightly lit studios seemed great but my mind and flow would get distracted by the beautiful yogis that were so much "better" than me. Hot yoga (100 degrees) wore me out before I even started. Then came Y7. I discovered it through ClassPass and I am in love. The candlelit room is dark enough so that you can focus only on yourself, the heat (85-90ish degrees) is the perfect temperature to warm up your body but not make you feel like you're having a heat stroke, and the gangster rap? PERFECT. It distracts from those pesky thoughts so you can just focus on your flow. The classes are generally the same experience as well as they all go through three vinyasas, three different times. First slower, second 1 breath per move, and the third is all your own. It's the perfect mix in my opinion. If you're new to yoga or an experienced yogi, there is something for you here.