Wellness Hot Yoga
Yoga Studio and Wellness Center
Serving the Merrimack Valley since 2008
Welcome to Wellness Hot Yoga
Wellness Hot Yoga (WHY) is an independently owned and operated wellness and yoga studio.
We are a supportive yoga community serving the Merrimack Valley region and beyond since 2008.
We focus on the practice of yoga to achieve overall wellness and good health of our students.
Thank you for supporting a women-owned, local small business.
Our Approach and Philosophy
We are a community dedicated to unlocking our full potential through healing—physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Our practice fosters resilience, connection, and growth, while cultivating qualities like self-control, concentration, and patience.
We pride ourselves on being a safe, brave, welcoming, accessible, and open space for everyone, serving and supporting a diverse community of practitioners.
Through the shared journey of yoga, we uplift and transform lives. Walk through our doors, and we’ll guide you the rest of the way.
Offering
Original Hot Yoga, Yin Yoga, and Prenatal Yoga
Original Hot Yoga
Original Hot Yoga, also known as Bikram Yoga, is designed to support beginners and those recovering from injuries, hot yoga meets you where you are and allows you to progress at your own pace.
Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga is a gentle, slow-paced practice that targets the deep connective tissues of the body, including ligaments, tendons, and fascia. In this practice, postures are held for extended periods, allowing for deep stretching and relaxation.
Prenatal and Postpartum Yoga
Prenatal and Postpartum Yoga is thoughtfully designed for expecting and new mothers, supporting the unique needs of your body during pregnancy and postpartum recovery. This gentle class is held in a comfortable, unheated room.
Wellness Services Provided
We offer wellness services to support your overall well-being. These services can stand alone but are powerful tools for transformation when combined with a regular yoga practice.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is a therapeutic practice involving the manipulation of soft tissues, such as muscles and connective tissues, to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and...
Float Therapy
Float therapy is a deeply relaxing experience where you float effortlessly in a low-sensory tank filled with warm, Epsom salt-infused water.
Red Light Therapy
Red light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-level red and near-infrared light to promote skin health, reduce inflammation, and support cellular repair.
Meditation
Meditation is a powerful practice to calm the mind, reduce stress, and enhance mental clarity. Through guided or self-led sessions, you’ll cultivate mindfulness...
Sauna
A sauna session offers a tranquil escape to relax, detoxify, and rejuvenate. The soothing heat helps improve circulation, ease muscle tension, and promote a deep...
Retreats and Workshops
Our retreats offer a transformative escape to recharge your mind, body, and spirit. Through guided practices, workshops, and serene surroundings, you’ll find...
Prenatal and Postpartum Wellness
Designed specifically for pregnant and new mothers, this service is designed to complement the changing needs of your pregnant and postpartum body.
Facials and Skin Care
Our skincare treatments are designed to nourish, rejuvenate, and enhance your skin's natural beauty. From deep-cleansing facials to advanced therapies...
Wellness Boutique
Our wellness boutique offers a thoughtfully curated selection of jewelry, meditation supplies, yoga equipment, holistic essentials, and nourishing snacks and beverages.
Meet The Team
Our team bring decades of experience in enhancing lives through yoga. Learn more about our yoga teachers, massage therapist, and wellness providers.
Teri Almquist
Teri is the owner and director of WHY, and one of the foremost yoga teachers in the Bikram tradition.
Michael Gu
Mike is a managing partner at WHY and a dedicated Hot Yoga teacher. With a background as a former...
Steven Haver
Steven is the studio manager and a yoga instructor at WHY. He excels in both teaching and managing...
Our Location & Hours
We are located at Harbor Place. Call, email, or stop by today!
Opening Hours
Mon: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 7:00 PM
Tue: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 8:00 PM
Wed: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 7:00 PM
Thu: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 8:00 PM
Fri: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 7:00 PM
Sat: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:00 PM
Sun: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:30 – 5:00 PM
Note: Mon–Fri, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Available by appointment only.
Yoga Studio Hours
Mon-Fri: The yoga studio opens at 6:00 AM. For the 6:30 AM yoga class, the front door is locked at 6:30 AM when class begins.
Sat/Sun: The yoga studio opens at 4:30 PM. For the 5:00 PM yoga class, the front door is locked when class begins.
View the Yoga Class Schedule.
FIND US
AREAS WE SERVE
Massachusetts
Amesbury, MA
Andover, MA
Boxford, MA
Byfield, MA
Georgetown, MA
Groveland, MA
Haverhill, MA
Lawrence, MA
Merrimac, MA
Methuen, MA
North Andover, MA
New Hampshire
Atkinson, NH
Hampstead, NH
Pelham, NH
Plaistow, NH
Salem, NH
