Best Yoga Studio in Portage, MI for Hot Yoga: Pure Hot Yoga GR

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If you live in Portage and want authentic, therapeutic hot yoga, the best yoga studio for you is Pure Hot Yoga GR. We are a dedicated 26 & 2 hot yoga studio in Grand Rapids, about 50 minutes north of Portage on US-131, and Portage students make the drive every week for one reason: the traditional sequence, taught properly, in a room that is actually hot.


Portage has convenient local studios with a mix of styles, and if you want a quick flow class near home they are a good fit. But if you are looking for the original hot yoga practice of 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises in a 104°F room, with certified instruction and a beginner-friendly community, Pure Hot Yoga GR is the studio Portage students choose.

Student practicing yoga pose in Pure Hot Yo

Who Is the Best Yoga Studio in Portage For? Here's the Honest Answer

"Best" depends on what you want from your practice. Here is how Portage students usually decide:


  • Choose Pure Hot Yoga GR if you want authentic 26 & 2 hot yoga, relief from chronic pain or stiffness, athletic recovery, a consistent routine you can measure progress against, and a studio that specializes in one thing and does it well.
  • Choose a studio inside Portage if your top priority is a short drive and you prefer varied flow, gentle, or fitness-style classes that change every session.


Many of our students do both: a quick local class during the week and a full 90-minute 26 & 2 session with us on weekends.

Hot Yoga Classes for Portage, MI Students

Every class at Pure Hot Yoga GR is built around the original hot yoga sequence, in a room heated to 104°F with about 40% humidity. The heat warms your muscles so you can stretch deeper and more safely, and the fixed order of postures works systematically through your joints, spine, and breathing.


90-Minute 26 & 2 Hot Yoga


The full, traditional class: 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises from start to finish. This is the class most Portage students make the trip for, especially on weekend mornings.


60-Minute Express 26 & 2


All the essential postures with quicker transitions. It's ideal when you want a powerful practice and still need to get back to Portage or Kalamazoo at a reasonable hour.


Heated Vinyasa


A flowing heated class for students who want variety alongside their 26 & 2 practice.


Classes 7 Days a Week


Our schedule stays consistent week to week, so you can plan your drive around the same class times. Check the class schedule for this week's times before you head up from Portage.


Why Portage Students Choose Pure Hot Yoga GR

  • A dedicated 26 & 2 studio. Many studios in the Portage and Kalamazoo area offer a heated class as one option among many. Hot yoga is all we do, so every class, every instructor, and the room itself are set up for the traditional practice.


  • Certified, experienced instruction. Owner and lead instructor Larry Hamlet has practiced and taught the 26 & 2 sequence for over a decade, and our team gives clear posture-by-posture guidance with modifications for every level.


  • A room that stays properly hot. We keep the studio at 104°F with controlled humidity, the conditions the sequence was designed for.


  • Private showers and changing areas. Students who drive from Portage can shower and change before heading home or to work. Reviewers regularly call our showers some of the nicest they've used at a hot yoga studio.


  • Real results you can track. Because the sequence never changes, you can see your progress every week. Students tell us about less back and joint pain, better sleep, faster athletic recovery, and lower stress.


  • Beginner-friendly and judgment-free. You don't need to be flexible. Resting when you need to is normal, and staying in the room and breathing is the whole goal of your first class.


  • Rated 4.9 stars on Google. One student who drives an hour to reach us put it simply: "It's absolutely worth it."


People practicing yoga in Pure Hot Yoga's studio in a group class.

Serving Portage and Southwest Michigan from Grand Rapids

Pure Hot Yoga GR is located at 2909 Breton Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512, near M-6 and Breton Road with free on-site parking. Along with Portage, we welcome students from Kalamazoo, Lansing, Muskegon, and across West Michigan, including Texas Township, Oshtemo, Schoolcraft, Vicksburg, Plainwell, and Otsego.


Directions from Portage


  • Take US-131 North toward Grand Rapids.
  • Take Exit 77 and merge onto M-6 East toward Lansing.
  • Take Exit 11 for Breton Road SE and turn left (north).
  • Drive about one mile; the studio is on the right in the Breton Village area.


Drive time: about 50 minutes (roughly 50 miles). Tip: weekend morning and late-evening classes help you skip US-131 rush-hour traffic. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early so you can settle in before class.

Try Hot Yoga from Portage for $39

The easiest way to find out whether 26 & 2 is right for you is our New Student Special: 2 weeks of unlimited classes for $39. Take two or three classes in your first week, and you'll feel the difference. After your first hot yoga class or two, choose a $20 drop-in, a class package, or the Hot Pass unlimited membership.



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What Our Students Are Saying

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"I'm visiting family in West Michigan and was missing my home yoga studio and decided to try a class here. They welcomed me, rented me a mat, and led a fantastic class that left me feeling much better than when I arrived. The poses were held for a reasonable amount of time and the instruction was excellent. The private showers are the nicest I've experienced at a hot yoga studio. I talked with the proprietor for a while after class and he is a wonderful human."

- Amey T.


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“What a great studio I found while visiting GR and missing my usual studio. Larry is a great instructor and so so welcoming.  They offer 26x2 and Vinyasa.  Studio is large, clean and oh so hot! Loved it. Thank you Larry! I'm looking forward to seeing you next time I'm in town.”

- Charles E.


Best Yoga Studio in Portage: Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the best yoga studio near Portage, MI?

    For Portage, MI residents who want authentic hot yoga, the best yoga studio is Pure Hot Yoga GR, a dedicated 26 & 2 hot yoga studio at 2909 Breton Rd SE in Grand Rapids, about 50 minutes north of Portage via US-131. It teaches the original sequence of 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises in a 104°F room, offers beginner-friendly classes 7 days a week, and lets new students try 2 weeks of unlimited classes for $39. 


    If you want a general flow or gym-style class close to home, a studio inside Portage will be more convenient; if you want the traditional, therapeutic hot yoga practice, Pure Hot Yoga GR is the top choice for Portage students.


  • How far is Pure Hot Yoga GR from Portage, MI?

    Pure Hot Yoga GR is about 50 miles from Portage, a drive of roughly 50 minutes. Take US-131 North toward Grand Rapids, merge onto M-6 East at Exit 77, take Exit 11 for Breton Road SE, and drive about one mile north to 2909 Breton Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512. Free parking is right in front of the studio.


  • Is Pure Hot Yoga GR good for beginners from Portage?

    Yes. Every class at Pure Hot Yoga GR is open to first-timers, and the 26 & 2 sequence is the same every time, so beginners learn it quickly. Instructors give clear verbal cues and modifications, and resting on your mat is always encouraged. You don't need to be flexible or experienced to start.


  • What is 26 & 2 hot yoga, and how is it different from other yoga near Portage?

    26 & 2 is the original hot yoga sequence (formerly known as Bikram yoga): 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises practiced in the same order in a room heated to 104°F with about 40% humidity. Many studios around Portage and Kalamazoo teach varied flow classes that change every session. 26 & 2 stays the same, which makes it easy to learn, safe to progress, and simple to track your improvement week to week.


  • How much does a hot yoga class cost for Portage students?

    New students can take 2 weeks of unlimited classes for $39 with the New Student Special. After that, Pure Hot Yoga GR offers a $20 drop-in, class packages, and the Hot Pass unlimited membership for regular students. See the Memberships & Pricing page for current rates.


  • Is the drive from Portage to Pure Hot Yoga GR worth it?

    For most students who want authentic 26 & 2, yes. You get certified instruction led by owner Larry Hamlet, a consistently heated and clean studio, and private showers and changing areas so you can head home or back to work comfortably. A 60-minute Express class option and weekend morning classes make the trip easy to fit into a Portage schedule.


  • What should I bring to my first class?

    Bring a yoga mat, a large towel to cover it, and a water bottle, and wear light, moisture-wicking clothes such as shorts and a tank top. Arrive 15 minutes early to sign in and get used to the heat. Mats and towels are available to rent, and electrolyte drinks are sold at the studio.


Pure Hot Yoga class

Ready to Practice? Your Mat Is Waiting

Join the students from Kalamazoo who have discovered why Pure Hot Yoga GR is worth the drive. Whether you're seeking relief from chronic pain, looking to improve your athletic performance, or simply want to reduce stress, the 26 & 2 sequence is here for you.


Pure Hot Yoga GR, LLC


Address: 2909 Breton Rd SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512, United States


Phone: (616) 334-2353


Email: purehotyogami@gmail.com


Business Hours: Mon - Sun: 9:00am - 9:00pm


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