Cloud9 Divine Healing Center

Not only did they suddenly close, but offered limited transfers to other locations during a short fixed period. In other words, I paid for nothing. I am still trying to reach owners to send me what I paid. If that happened on Central they call it robbery, so why not on Montgomery?

This place has closed with no warning. Sure they say you can redeem your card other places, but what about those people who used your studio for proximity and ease? Also, don’t appreciate a business closing with no warning that sold passes. Very unprofessional.

I love love love this yoga studio. Their one day price pass is very reasonable. The whole experience is like taking a trip to a spa and back.
Lights are dim, music is up beat, instructors are knowledgeable.
Bring a towel, drink plenty of water, bring cold water, and be all there.

Today I went back to Cloud 9 after about a year of not attending. My first hot yoga experience was at Evolv and initially I didn’t really care for Cloud 9. I decided to give it another try and am happy that I did. It is affordable and convenient. I went to the 12:30 class today and it was perfect for easing back into hot yoga. This was the first non-​cosmic class I had attended here, but I liked that it was still relatively dark in the studio.
I agree with other reviewers that it’s a safe, non-​judgmental environment. I like the trendy music better than sacred style yoga. They pass out cards that you can place by your mat to let the instructor know if you are okay with hands on alignment. Even though I had mine face up for «hands on» and was a little disappointed the instructor did not make any adjustments.
One reason I didn’t give 5 stars is because I wish that they would add mirrors. It helps for me to be able to check my poses in the mirror and I don’t care too much for the mural. It’s nice that they lock the doors between classes so I don’t have to worry about leaving my stuff outside the studio.
I definitely plan on returning soon so I can get back into practice. Another great thing about this studio is the wide selection of class times. It’s easy to find a time to go no matter what your schedule may look like.

I still love this place. Everyone is very warm and welcoming. All of the teachers have something different to offer each class. There is absolutely no judgement here. This is where I started my hot yoga practice. The room gets hot and this studio has helped change my life for the better. If you are gonna give this a try, please try Cloud 9, your mind, body and spirit will thank you.

The instructors are great and down to earth, and it isn’t intimidating for beginners because of class structure, good for all skill sets.
My only real complaint is the other attendees, lots of younger kids who don’t really get yoga etiquette. Often weekend classes fill up very quickly, which makes it a bit uncomfortable. If you do end up getting in, expect to be mat to mat with those around you.
Aside from your classmates, expect a pleasant and relieving hour of hot yoga at one of the cheapest places in town, just don’t forget to drink plenty of water before hand!

Not very good yoga, or a good workout. The yoga class was poor quality, and the black lights, skimpy outfits, pop music, «deep thoughts», and let’s just laugh and always be happy attitude takes away from the true meaning of yoga as well as is a distraction to your own meditation. Additionally, it was not a good workout, I was sweating from the heat not the yoga. Thus, the class did not offer the spiritual aspects of yoga or a good workout.
Maybe a great place to throw your daughter her sweet 16 birthday party!
Love the non profit and donation idea, that’s why it gets the second star.

I stopped in for a sesh while traveling. the class was full of great energy and asses. The price was tasty as well.

OUTSTANDING !
I am new to Hot Yoga !!! Just wonder full !!!
Thanks for everything ! I would tell anyone to go to Cloud 9 Divine, excellent,
you can be low income and get in shape, have a great sense of community !
thanks, Michaela M.
Corrales NM 87 048

Talk about affordable yoga! I love that they have prenatal yoga option too — Thurs at 9am. It is held in side room, where it isn’t as hot. I was still a little warm. I had tons on one-​on-​one attention from the instructor and really felt great afterwards. I’m planning on going back every Thursday.

I love Cloud 9! I had never done yoga before, and was nervous about trying hot yoga, but I came to Cloud 9 just over a year ago and I’m hooked! The instructors are all very friendly and welcoming, and I felt comfortable right away. I really enjoy the different class times available (although I usually stick to the daytime classes), so its easy to find a class when I have time. I don’t mind that the classes vary depending on the instructor… I’ve been to some classes that are hotter, some that move faster, but I like supporting the new yoga instructors, and its nice to have variety. The hour long classes are just right for me, and I never thought I would like sweating so much! Your body and mind will get a great workout. The breathing exercises and affirmations from the instructors have helped me in and out of the hot room, and I can feel a difference in my strength and flexibility… and I feel much less stressed out! Cloud 9 is very affordable and I feel good giving my money to a great organization! $ 5 donation a class, or you can buy passes and punch-​cards from $ 25 – 50. The tile floor in the hot room is a little hard on my knees, but it seems less funky than carpeting! Even the daytime classes get pretty full, but I’ve never had a problem getting in. I’m always looking forward to my next visit to Cloud 9, and hopefully I’ll try the Cosmic Yoga soon too!

This is yoga FUBAR.
I’ve been here many times over the last year. It’s an amusing studio and worth going to to see what they are doing. In theory, it’s a good idea — $ 5 a class, a non-​profit, and they appear to focus on training new instructors. I’ve been to yoga studies around the world (and I am a certified yoga instructor but currently only teach other types of group ex) and this place clearly strives to be unique. For example, they like playing pop and hip-​hop music during the class with black lights turned on and neon glowing pictures and string sculptures reminiscent of the 70s on the walls. Kind of cool. Makes me wish I had kept my Spencer black lights and velvet panther posters.
One problem is that the quality of the classes is very inconsistent. Sometimes OK and sometimes just bad, and never great. Interestingly, I’ve heard from regulars that instructors that start off very good often end up changing their style and ‘become’ pretty bad. It makes one wonder whether the head instructors are really that good if they are taking sort of good instructors and producing mostly bad instructors.
Another problem. It’s hot yoga. It’s usually not hot enough to warrant Bikram style slow, but the flow is slower than Power Yoga Baptiste style, so it often ends up not being a good workout. Sometimes the only reason you sweat is because it’s hot in the room. But then again, because it’s so variable, sometimes it’s actually too fast.
So…why is this place so popular? People are sometimes turned away because classes are full and they keep adding more classes so it must be good right? I think it’s popular with only a certain population — a younger crowd who enjoy the music and black lights and heat but that are, generally, not in too good shape (the average age seems to be 18 to 23 so because they are young they look like they are in good shape but most mostly are not). This is Justin Beiber yoga. If you’re young it seems good and meaningful (and the instructors very constantly keep saying ‘deep’ things to remind you that your doing something important), but if you’re a little older or in the know, then in the end the experience is generally shallow and flat.
But, who can say; I guess any introduction to yoga is a good introduction so two stars instead of one. Another reason two stars instead of one. I actually find the comments from instructors and class members entertaining. For example: Instructor — «now push your hips back»; class member — «that’s what she said». Another example: Instructor — «We do the stretch both ways because we’re yogis and we like it both ways — from the front and from behind».
Although I don’t like the place I’ll go back — no matter how old you are, sometimes Katy Perry songs and black lights are just what the doctor ordered.

I wasn’t sure if Hot Yoga was for me, but Cloud 9 is wonderful. Prices are reasonable, and it is a non-​profit so you feel good about spending the money! I love the Saturday and Sunday morning classes where you can bring your little ones for their own yoga class while you take yours! The instructors are amazing and I feel the full effects of the workout after every session!

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Cloud 9!!! Not only are they a non-​profit organization giving back to the community, the fee for their classes like Jeffrey G. said, is donation based with a minimum donation of $ 5 per class — $ 50/​mo. for unlimited. They have their schedule online and update it regularly so you can easily see when and what classes are available
I like to go to the 9:15 Cosmic yoga class, it’s refreshing and relaxing all at the same time. The instructors are amazing, inspiring and very educated. The workout is great for your body and mind. The cosmic yoga is a great time! All done under a black light so wear white, neon or whatever you can get to glow. The music is awesome too, not your normal meditation, serenity stuff, it’s actually up to date and very fitting for the session.
If this is your first time trying yoga, they have mats for you to borrow or you can bring your own. Be sure to bring a towel to go on top of your mat, a normal sized bath towel works and a hand towel or washcloth to wipe your face off — you will sweat like never before! Also… BRING WATER! I always take two camelback water bottles full, one for during class and one for after.
The best advice is given from the instructors — listen to your body and don’t try and compete with others in the class! Have fun!!!