Power Yoga Canada Etobicoke

I have been doing yoga for over 10 years at a variety of different studios, and this should NOT be called «yoga.» With artificial heat, blaring music, bright lights, and a teacher barking «do not stop or you are a quitter,» I don’t know what you *can* call it… but definitely not enjoyable, motivating, or satisfying. Felt more like a competitive fashion show than an inspirational yoga class.

I have been taking an average of 3 classes per week since December 2013. I have tried a few teachers and enjoy some more than others. I consider myself to be an intermediate beginner. What can I say, I love PYC Etobicoke! Yes, I wish it were quieter in the beginning of class, but it’s never been loud during or after. Heather and John are my favorite instructors who stress that we should take the practice at our own pace. However, I wish the teachers at PYC would try to know me even though I’m not doing advanced head stands. I’ve done Hot Yoga at Corepower Yoga in Chicago for a year, which is better in terms of the scheduling flexibility and the variation in the classes. I also had teachers who knew me even though I was a beginner. I chose PYC over Moksha (Etobicoke) because the parking situation is better and the 50 $ unlimited for students is an unbeatable price! There are no mirrors at PYC Etobicoke, which was strange for me. But now I’m used to it and like that I’m not obsessed with how the pose or I look, and focus on how the pose feels.
My advice, you set your pace. Ask for clarification or help as needed and you’ll be fine.

If you’re looking for a quiet peaceful yoga studio, this is not it. I think PYC is best for experienced yogis familiar at least with vinyasa flow classes. Cuz that’s all it is. Picture bikram but with lots of flows in between. The instruction is not as strict but forceful.
When came in for the evening class, it was noisy. There were 3 or 4 staffers chatting it up along with a bunch of people that were leaving. I felt like I was in a room with a bunch of Woo! Girls.
As one of them signed me in, I had no idea why after I signed the waiver I stood there for ten minutes as she checked in others and entered my info into the database. I could have been changing getting ready.
The change rooms are curtained closets (like a retail store) with a common shower and bathroom and a small sink. All your stuff goes in the cubby holes in the lobby area. You can bring your stuff inside too.
It was crowded in here. I’m shocks that some folks cannot move their mats at least one mat width away so that others can fit in if needed. There were 3 people standing at the back while others sprawled on the floor taking up 3 mat spaces.
Class was vigorous. Lots of flows and movement. Upper body strength and core is needed. I agree with Roma that one should slow down if they need too.
Instruction goes through the movements and enhanced your posture if needed. Rarely was mentioned how the alignment should be etc. or variations on a pose.
What I hated the most (but some people might love) was at the end (savsana) played music but it was WAY too loud. It was on like 12 when it should be on 3. I was told to go back and sink into my normal breathe and suddenly Michael Jackson you are not alone fills the air so loud my eyes snap open and it was almost torture. At least it was MJ. Coming out to the lobby after class they decided to play also quite loudly some other tunes. I couldn’t get out of there fast enough.
Granted, some people like this workout. My impression of yoga is both a workout and somewhat of a sanctuary for me to relax and de-​stess. It’s just not for me, but must be for some other people.

I was here this evening, thanks to it being a convenient place for me to meet a friend. Great class! We took Power60 with Denise at 5pm. What a great instructor. The class was challenging, not only because it’s physically demanding, but also because it was a hot yoga class~ and it felt like it was 35 deg C outside with the humidex today ! Needless to say I felt like a crazy person taking a hot yoga class on a day like today, but about a dozen other people joined me, so we weren’t alone.
Definitely worth checking out.

I took a 75 minute class with the lovely Susan. For those not familiar with the PYC method, it’s very much following the Hatha-​style with Iyengar modifications. The speed of the class reminded me strongly of Ashtanga, however, and it’s a big however, –it was heated. So tread carefully.
Personally, after sustaining a yoga injury I would advise everyone to slow down their practice until they really master every position to avoid injury.
I believe the PYC chain should work really well for a seasoned or amateur yogi, but I don’t recommend this one for beginners, especially if you haven’t done a hot yoga class before.
The instruction was very confident and helpful, though I would have loved a few adjustments here and there.
The studio is nice and comfortable in a commercial unit, with 4 small changerooms, a water bottle fountain and separate shower rooms. Highly useful when you know you’ll need to shower afterwards.