Power

Vinyasa with the intensity turned up. Continuous, demanding, often heated.

Typically dynamic · challenging

Flow built for effort: longer sequences, stronger holds, less time between postures. Many studios run it hot, which raises the difficulty again.

It came out of Ashtanga and kept the athleticism while dropping the fixed sequence, so the teacher can build whatever they like.

What to expect

A fast start with little easing in
Long standing holds
Core and arm-balance work mid-class
Sweating properly, heated or not

Level

Not a first class — it assumes you know the shapes well enough to be corrected mid-flow.

All levels welcome. Every class here is open to every body. Teachers offer options throughout, resting whenever you want to is always fine, and no studio expects you to know the poses on your first visit. Tell the teacher it is your first time — they would rather know.

Who it suits

Wanting yoga to be the hard session
Anyone left restless by gentler classes
A solid vinyasa base, ready for more

What it gives you

Real strength and cardiovascular work
Effort sustained long enough to hold your attention
The clearest physical progress here

Before you go

Towel, mat towel and water. Eat ninety minutes before. Taking child’s pose partway through a first one is normal.

On heat — Often heated, and a hot power class is the most demanding thing on most schedules. A full step harder than the cool version.

What to expect

Level

Who it suits

What it gives you

Before you go

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