Kirkland, WA Community Yoga Studio
Bikram Yoga Classes in the Greater Seattle Area
Intense Focus. Strengthened Body. Mental Clarity.
Experience the original hot yoga at The Ashram Yoga, a premier Kirkland yoga studio offering authentic Bikram Yoga classes. Designed to build strength, enhance flexibility, and purify the mind, this structured practice follows a time-honored sequence that benefits students of all body types, ages, and experience levels.
At The Ashram Yoga, we offer:
🔥 60-Minute and 75-Minute Bikram Classes
🌡️ A Heated Environment of 105°F
What Is Bikram Yoga?
Bikram Yoga follows the 26+2 structure, a precise sequence of 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises, performed in a heated room. Each posture is carefully designed to ensure your body receives everything it needs for optimal function, improving strength, flexibility, circulation, and endurance.
With a lineage tracing back to Bishnu Ghosh and Paramahansa Yogananda, Bikram Yoga is a physical (asana) practice that incorporates elements of Kriya yoga to promote breath control, mental purification, and deep inner calm.
Benefits of Bikram Yoga
Bikram Yoga offers a structured yet transformative practice with profound physical and mental benefits.
Strengthens and Tones Muscles
The repeated 26-posture sequence works every major muscle group, improving both endurance and overall body strength. Holding postures in a heated environment helps develop stability, core control, and muscle definition over time.
Detoxifies and Enhances Circulation
The heated practice room encourages deep sweating, which helps flush out toxins, improve circulation, and oxygenate the body. This natural detox process boosts metabolic function and cardiovascular health.
Supports Respiratory and Cardiovascular Health
With a focus on breath control (pranayama), Bikram Yoga expands lung capacity and strengthens respiratory muscles. The combination of breathwork and heat helps regulate heart rate, improve circulation, and support overall cardiovascular health.
Improves Flexibility and Joint Mobility
The heat allows muscles to stretch safely, reducing stiffness and increasing range of motion. Regular practice helps enhance joint mobility and spinal flexibility, preventing long-term discomfort and injury.
Boosts Mental Focus and Stress Reduction
The structured, repetitive sequence trains the mind to stay present, improving mental clarity, patience, and resilience. Over time, students develop a greater sense of calm and stress management skills beyond the studio.
Enhances Posture and Spinal Health
The 26-posture sequence systematically stretches and strengthens the spine, promoting better alignment and reducing tension. Consistent practice helps correct postural imbalances, relieve back pain, and improve overall spinal health for long-term well-being.
A Practice for Every Body
Bikram Yoga is designed for anyone looking to build discipline, enhance focus, and strengthen both body and mind. Whether you're a first-time student or an experienced yogi, Bikram Yoga provides a structured, predictable framework that allows for continuous progress. Each posture can be modified or deepened based on your ability, ensuring a safe and effective practice.
Why Choose The Ashram Yoga?
At The Ashram Yoga in Kirkland, WA, we provide an authentic Bikram Yoga experience rooted in tradition, expert instruction, and a commitment to personal growth.
Expert Instruction from Seasoned Teachers
With over 24 years of experience, founder Gary Olson has trained thousands of students and instructors in hot yoga and breathwork disciplines. Co-founder Claudia Alabiso, a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), brings a unique perspective, incorporating self-regulation techniques and mindful breathwork into her teaching. Our experienced instructors ensure every student receives proper guidance, alignment corrections, and the encouragement needed to progress.
A Purpose-Built Studio for Hot Yoga Practice
Practicing Bikram Yoga in the right environment makes a difference. Our dedicated hot yoga studio maintains roughly 105°F , creating the ideal setting for muscle flexibility, deep detoxification, and mental endurance. With a welcoming community and highly trained instructors, The Ashram Yoga provides the perfect space to strengthen your body and calm your mind.
Authentic Bikram Practice with Deep Lineage
Our Bikram Yoga classes stay true to the original 26+2 method, maintaining the integrity of a practice passed down from Bishnu Ghosh and Paramahansa Yogananda. This isn’t just a workout—it’s a disciplined, time-tested system that integrates physical strength, breath control, and mindfulness for a full-body and mind transformation.
Join a Bikram Yoga Class Today!
Discover the transformative power of Bikram Yoga at The Ashram Yoga in Kirkland. Experience a great physical challenge, mental clarity, and full-body detoxification with our structured practice, designed to help you grow and thrive.
Ready to feel the benefits for yourself? Join a yoga class today and experience the difference.