I have gone here for a while now (Columbia location) and have loved every hot second. The location is easy to get to with good, free, safe parking. The yoga room has large windows which looks out over some woods so that when you're in your triangle pose, you can open your eyes and say hi to all those beautiful trees! There are an interesting mix of teachers who are all so knowledgeable and have their own unique way of teaching. Some are slow and hold poses a while, others do more flow, some talk a lot, others are minimalists. Most play music, very eclectic music... I have asked for clarification on poses (after class) and been given private mini sessions two times! All classes are hot (about 90 degrees I think, maybe more?) except Monday classes. There is a two week for 25$ unlimited trial period which is so great. You can rent mats and towels, and a few things to buy clothes, mats, drinks). There are two showers for women, not sure about men.

I chose Charm City Yoga (usually the Columbia branch) for several reasons, not least of which was the ability to try it out for a full month at an exceedingly low price :) I consider myself a beginner, though I've been in many studios the past two years due to my travel schedule, so I've had many different instructors and worked in many different conditions. Having been a member now for six months, here's what I like: * the instructors are unique - you can find someone whose style suits yours * each instructor I've had has been extremely good * there is plenty of room except on the most crowded of days (think Thanksgiving) and we always somehow manage to add one more * the huge picture windows on the wooded area, with deer, foxes, squirrels, dogs, birds butterflies ... doing yoga on that side is like being in a comfortable woods * the variety of classes lets you choose your level * instructors are terrific at helping students work around injuries or soreness, and highly encourage modification to suit one's own needs. * classes include many levels ... it's lovely to see how the poses change as the yogi changes! * a changing area with two showers and two bathrooms - THAT makes life much better for us all.

Love this place! Variety of classes at convenient times and for various skill levels. All the teachers are awesome! Hot yoga is such a great workout, watch the weight melt off you while increasing your flexibility. Good for the mind and spirit!

Charm City Yoga has 7 locations in the Baltimore area. My favorite teacher is Martha McApline and my favorite location is Columbia, MD (only because of the parking situation at Federall Hill and Fells Point).