Bikram Yoga Ann Arbor’s instructors, certified by the technique's creator, Bikram Choudhury, sculpt lean frames with strengthening postures performed in elevated temperatures. They lead patrons of all skill levels through 90-minute Bikram-yoga classes, bathing bodies in hot air, which helps to loosen limbs for deeper stretching and coaxes out beads of sweat to flush out toxins and internal snowmen. The 26 postures pair up with two breathing techniques to awaken slumbering organs and keep veins coursing with oxygen-rich blood as students bolster balance, strength, and flexibility. Recently remodeled, the studio is now 75 percent bigger, includes more showers, and boasts new locker rooms.

Yoga studios and malls are polar opposites—one a quiet, meditative space, the other a sprawl of commotion and stimuli. But inside the Plymouth Road Mall, Ita Yoga Studio manages to block out the distractions of the surrounding shopping center with a spacious studio suited for all levels of practice. There, instructor Ita Reyes, RYT, guides students through breathing exercises and flowing sequences with held postures in slow flow sessions or more intense Vinyasa classes set to upbeat music. Students can also sync breath and movement over sustained periods during private yoga lessons in her 80- to 88-degree studio, whose warm temperature detoxifies guests while increasing their circulation and flexibility.

Mahatma Gandhi once spoke the words, "Be the change you wish to see in the world." Yoga instructor Kimberly strives to live by this motto. Though she holds degrees in civil engineering and finance, she chooses instead to volunteer in the community, coach young female runners, and support education programs. At Yogacentric, Kimberly helps students of all ages manage stress, lose weight, and successfully impersonate a rubber band through a variety of classes. Trained in the Ashtanga system of yoga, Kimberly emphasizes breath as the connection between asanas.

The yoga classes at The Yoga Republic in Ann Arbor are perfect for those who want to focus on perfecting the practice. When you're out and about in the area, you'll love that this studio has a restaurant to take care of any last minute hunger. Youngsters don't need to sit out a trip to this studio — it's super family-friendly and perfect for little customers and their folks. Parking is plentiful, so visitors can feel free to bring their vehicles. Ready to find peace of mind and inner strength? Make your way to The Yoga Republic in Ann Arbor today.

Come to the mat and let your daily stresses go at Yoga House in Ann Arbor. When you're out and about in the area, you'll love that this studio has a restaurant to take care of any last minute hunger. Families will feel right at home at this studio with its kid-friendly atmosphere. Dive into a deeper stretch when you ramp up the heat at Yoga House — hot yoga provides the perfect temperature to get your muscles going. Brush up on your parallel parking skills — the studio's Mc Comb Street location offers nearby street parking.

Balance, twist, and bend at Ann Arbor Yoga and Meditation in Ann Arbor for an ultimate workout for both your mind and body. Service and taste make a great restaurant, and that's why you won't be disappointed by this studio. Go ahead and bring your rug rats with you — this studio has kid-friendly policy. Join hot yoga enthusiasts at Ann Arbor Yoga and Meditation and open up your mind, body (and pores) to a healthier lifestyle. Parking is plentiful, so guests can feel free to bring their vehicles.