SunstoneFIT – Preston Towne Crossing

Sunstone’s teachers make it great! Always welcoming, pleasant, warm, and genuine, they are the reason why I come here. I love Sunstone’s principles and values across all its studios, but thanks to the people here, this is the one I keep coming back to.

I have been coming to Sunstone off and on for a few years now, and wow has it really grown! I tend to come to the Plano location mostly due to the larger variety of classes and bigger rooms. Over the past couple years they have added more classes than in the beginning when it was just yoga and a pilates class.
I recently came back after a long 2 year hiatus or so. They still offer many of the fire classes (hot yoga), Earth (power yoga), and the Metal (pilates). They also feature 4 other types of yoga classes that are slower pace and in lower temp rooms.
What I really like is that they added some fitness classes, Core, Sweat and HIIT. I have only been able to try the Core class but me and my boyfriend love it! A short (45min.) intense workout using weighted balls.
I would suggest taking a look at the website to see all the classes they offer and locations. They have locations in McKinney, Addison, Dallas, Frisco, Plano etc, so there is certainly one accessible to you.
My only con is it is a little pricey to spend $ 99 a month for. It does have it’s perks though:
–bring a guest for free as many times as you want
–unlimited access to all classes and all locations
They offer a lesser cost membership $ 89 but it has limited access to classes and locations and you can’t bring a guest for free. Also, the more classes you attend, it brings your price down by $ 10 or so but that is after 50+ classes…
I try to attend about 2 – 3 a week and that is enough for me, so it doesn’t really seem worth it to me to pay around $ 100 a month for it, but they allow you to put your account on hold for $ 10 a month, and that allows you 1 class a month. So typically I will do it off and on throughout the year.
I really do enjoy it overall, all the instructors are really positive and encouraging. I have yet to get one that isn’t. Definitely check it out for yourself. They offer 1 week free if you attend the orientation.

Love this studio and the instructors. Cool things, they don’t post who is instructing, so you follow your class and not your FAVE teacher. These instructors are all awesome and teach at your skill level, wherever you are at. (:

I’ve been coming here for almost a year and I love it! The membership starts off pricey but the more you go, the less you pay. I also split the membership with a friend since signature memberships allow you to bring a guest every time. The instructors love to teach yoga and they all remember your name after you attend a few of their classes. The only down side is that the small room is very small and can get very cramped at times, and the rooms sometimes smell like stinky feet. I also wish they would add the new classes such as HIIT and barre at this location since I’m not willing to drive half an hour to attend those classes in Dallas.

Absolutely love this place! I am no yogie or yogis or whatever so this place is great for all levels. They have added many classes and my favorite are the core and fire classes. Core is a new group fitness class. It fills up very quickly so get there early if you can. If you are looking for a light yoga do spark, it’s great for beginners. This location is awesome, clean and with a wonderful staff!

I’ve been a fan of sunstone yoga for years, and I only wish I had the time and the money to join up again and attend regularly. However, my best friend has the membership that allows him to bring a friend and so occasionally I get to go with him. It’s like a mini-​vacation for me!
Sunstone does hot yoga the RIGHT way. Where Bikram is more aggressive and tends to try and get you to push yourself (in a hot room where you can easily hurt your muscles), Sunstone has the mindset of working where you –are– and building your strength class by class. This is the way yoga should be taught, and it means that people get to really work on their practice in a healthy way both physically and mentally.
The few times I’ve been here the classes have always been run very well, and it’s a great location inside. The classes do get packed though so definitely be prepared to do yoga in close proximity with others, but if that worries you — don’t let it. Everyone is focused inward, working on their own practice, their own personal best on a move.
Just go and enjoy yourself!

The best. Since I have moved away from Texas, I have not found a studio as good as Sunstone generally, and this location specifically thanks to the wonderful instructors. From the moment you walk in the door, you have a seamless, relaxing yoga experience. They have a great selection of classes for all experience levels. Further, they really allow you to enjoy your practice wherever you are that day, no pressure to push yourself father than you can. I would recommend this studio to anyone.

For my first time, I was invited by my coworker after dealing with my grandma’s passing away and funeral. The staff made me feel welcomed and they were very friendly. They showed me around and made me feel comfortable. The instructor Ms. Brook was fantastic. Her voice was very nice and I love the fact that she walks around and position us properly. It made me feel like she cared and that she knew we want to make sure we ate doing the postures correctly to feel the utmost feeling from it. I cannot wait for my next session for the hot yoga class (fire) again. Thanks to the staff! And also, they provide clean mats and towels for you! Amazing!

I love Sunstone! I’ve been going for about a month now and have loved my experience!
The instructors are knowledgable and teach in a very polite and educated manner.
I saw that someone was upset that they were corrected verbally in front of the class… In my opinion, I love being corrected and «fixed» by the instructors. It means they care about your practice!

I LOVE Sunstone Yoga. The hot yoga is everything I need. Staff are fun, friendly, honest, timely and pricing is fair. Would definitely recommend.

I have visited this location a couple of times for a particular class and had a great experience. It is challenging and rewarding. Anthony is a high energy instructor that can practice what he teaches, he is impressive in his strength. It is nice to walk in the second time and have the other instructors greet you by name.

Good Ol Sunstone… This yoga studio truly is as good as it gets for all yoga lovers such as myself. Where do I start… Oh yes that fact that there are locations all over Dallas and Fort Worth! Even Austin. There is no excuse for me not to go to class. So last month I made the decision to upgrade to the highest (most expensive) membership. And yes the membership starting price is pretty high but they have other options to make it very affordable. I have access to all locations and every class. They wash their mats and towels. You can bring one friend to class at no extra charge. You get a discount off of their workshops. The times for the classes ranges from 6am through 8pm (like I said, no excuse not to make a class through the week) And my favorite part about my membership is that the monthly cost decreases the more I go to the classes. Not only can I have a leaner body, I can also have a cheaper membership? Can’t beat that anywhere. I’m a fan.

This yoga studio is well-​kept and has a good balance of accessible and challenging classes. Who knew a carpeted yoga studio could *not* smell like sweat? Truly a feat in itself.
Each type of class (fire, wood, earth, etc) does the same sequence of poses during each session. I am reluctant to admit this, but it is nice to have that predictability during sessions so your mind can really focus on transitioning correctly and safely into alignment.
Definitely recommend this studio to anyone who is interested in yoga but has no idea what they’re doing. Instructors are very perceptive and welcoming!

I am a big fan of Sunstone. I first found them in Uptown and then years later decided to give hot yoga a try. This location was the closest to my home, so I went in for a free class to see if I liked it as much as I had in the past.
They offered me an introductory class and a full week of free classes so I could best try their studio. They have two rooms (one small, one large), lockers for smaller items (keys, phone, wallet) and locker rooms with minimal space for showering and getting ready.
The facilitators are friendly, helpful and great at remembering who I am when I had only been there a handful of times. There are different levels of membership so you can figure out which one is the best for you.
Don’t be late though, because they do lock up when each class starts! :)

I love Sunstone! The heat takes a bit to get used to but once you work through it, it actually feels really good. I normally go to the Flower Mound location but I love that I have options with Sunstone. All of the instructors have been really supportive as I find my foundation in yoga. If you are thinking about joining a yoga studio, I highly recommend Sunstone.

I had never tried Hot Yoga until Sunstone. Pre-​Sunstone, I dug yoga and especially loved the good-​tired feeling that came after a good session. Way more satisfying then the feeling after a weight lifting session. Well, as good as I felt after a regular yoga session, I felt EVEN BETTER after a hot yoga session. It takes the goodness and multiplies it exponentially.
I did yoga at Sunstone through the $ 10 for 10 days offer and highly recommend checking out the cheap trial for anyone interested. In the end, I didn’t sign up as a regular member with Sunstone because it’s fairly pricey (and the initiation fee is BS) and my schedule is unpredictable.
I agree with past reviewers that the classes are exactly the same class-​to-​class, but there 4 or 5 different class types. Class size varied a good bit: some very busy, some with just a few.

I am relatively new to the yoga world, but am enjoying my experience at Sunstone in Plano. I am a long time fitness fanatic, having spent years running both short and mid-​distance lengths (5K — ½ Marathon) as well as logging many hours weight training and tap dancing. My joints aren’t what they used to be and so many of my friends spoke so highly of their yoga practice that it only made sense to join. Especially since the Gold’s Gym I workout at is three doors down. Talk about one-​stop shopping!
I think Sunstone is a pretty good deal. $ 109 a month for unlimited yoga. The amount of classes they offer is pretty good; I’ve actually looked at schedules for a few other Sunstone locations in the Dallas area and it seems as if Plano has the most classes by far. They offer classes 7 days a week, including 6am and 8pm classes Monday — Thursday in both 60 and 90 minute formats.
My favorite is the Fire 60 class. I love the hot humidity of the classroom and I actually enjoy the «routine» of this class. Another reviewer said she got bored. .. I CAN see how that could happen, however I am challenged in each and every class trying to improve my alignment and form and I appreciate knowing «what comes next», as it allows my mind to abandon the nervousness I feel moving into unchartered waters and to really apply focus on the posture at hand. The 90 minute class is also good. .. I try to attend one Fire 90 a week, but if I have already done extensive cardio or a heavy weight session that day, the 90 minutes really becomes just too long.
The Earth class is another great class. The moves seem a little more «active» and it does begin to address head/​handstands. This is challenging for me and I try to attend one 60 minute Earth class a week.
The Metal class literally kicked my a$$. I was totally out of my comfort-​zone with the postures presented and the speed at which the class moves through them. There are only 2 metal classes offered each week which can make attendance somewhat challenging.
The Wood class is basically a 30 minute class that offers «method» and «form» in an instructed setting. Although it was not as aerobic as the other classes, I definitely «felt» this class the next day. It was a nice way to unwind from the 60 minutes I endured in the Metal class!
Surprisingly, I LOVE the Water class. I try to attend the 8:30am Sunday morning Water 90 class – it is really a wonderful way to add an essence of spirituality to Sunday morning. Basically, there are candles (both real and battery operated) placed at the base of the mirrors around the room and soothing music /​ocean wave sounds piped through the speakers. Instead of having an instructor leading you through the «routine», a pre-​recorded voice is laid over the music and talks you through the same postures as performed in the Fire class. As long as you are comfortable with those 34 postures, this class is relaxing and invigorating.
All of the instructors are cheerful and I enjoy the vibe as a whole. I know another reviewer commented that the clientele is «less than Zen» and that may very well be the case but as long as the students are practicing without being distracting, who cares? I personally use yoga to unwind mentally as well as an alternative cardio format and I do wear a HR monitor, which I am sure is very un-​Zen.
Perhaps there are more authentic yoga studios in town but I am willing to bet that there are few more convenient. So if you are looking for an authentic ashram, Sunstone may not be the place for you, but if you are looking for a way to incorporate yoga – for whatever reason – into your lifestyle in a practical, affordable manner, then I suggest you give Sunstone a chance.
Namaste.

I got my first taste of yoga at Sunstone and loved the feeling and rush you get from a good practice, especially in a hot room. I tried their 10 days for $ 10 intro week and while I love yoga, I couldn’t get into Sunstone. They have a really great discounted rate for those under 25 and I love that all of the locations are available to you. There really is one pretty much anywhere in the DFW area you could make a class too. They also have several different styles of classes going on at once at several of the locations. My favorite to attend was the Park and Preston locale. I’ve attended class at Beltline and Preston but found the room stuffy. They keep their rooms heated to a warm 98 – 99 degrees. You definitely sweat.
My main gripes included how BIG the classes were. There was no way one instructor could get to all 50 people to help correct their poses. The clientele is less than «Zen” — lots of rich Dallas mommies taking a break from sitting at home with the nanny and spending money on their husband’s AMEX. I definitely didn’t feel encouraged to grow from watching them compete to see who could get more pretezel-​esque. However, my number one problem was an instructor who guided me through a pose while ridiculng me over the microphoned headset for my inability to do such an easy pose. After that, I was so mortified I could never go back to that studio. Maybe I just had a bad experience but the only thing I can thank Sunstone for is allowing me to realize yoga is something I wanted to pursue and practice. However, I will be taking my practice elsewhere.

Clean studio. Nice instructors. I’m giving Sunstone 3 stars as the classes are ALWAYS the same. I prefer variety with my yoga classes — after 10 classes at Sunstone, I was so bored that I didn’t go back.