Studio Etiquette & First-Time Visitor Guide — Destin Hot Yoga + Pilates
Whether it's your very first heated class or your 500th, our simple studio guidelines keep our 22-mat infrared room welcoming, distraction-free, and restorative for every student.
How We Honor the Space & Each Other
Arrive 10–15 Minutes Early
Give yourself time to check in at the front desk, grab a rental mat or towel if needed, and settle onto your mat. Studio doors lock when class begins.
Shoes Off in the Practice Room
Please remove street shoes in the lobby before stepping onto our padded antimicrobial studio floor. Practice barefoot (or in grip socks for Pilates if preferred).
Phones & Devices Away
Leave cell phones in your lobby cubby on silent so these 60 to 90 minutes belong completely to your breath, body, and mental reset.
Mat + Full Towel + Water
A large towel over your mat keeps your footing secure in the infrared heat. Please skip heavy perfumes or scented lotions before heated classes.
Honor Your Body in the Heat
Every posture and interval is optional. Take child's pose, sit, or sip water anytime—staying in the room while resting builds lasting heat acclimation.
Stay for the Final Reset
If you must leave early, let your instructor know before class and set up near the door so you can slip out quietly before final Savasana.
First-Time Etiquette FAQ
How early should I arrive before class?
Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes before class starts, especially if it is your first visit. Our studio doors lock promptly when class begins so we can honor everyone's time and keep the practice space secure.
What should I wear and bring to hot yoga or Inferno Hot Pilates?
Wear lightweight, moisture-wicking athletic clothing (fitted leggings or shorts and a breathable top). Bring a yoga mat, a large sweat towel to cover your mat, and a water bottle. Mat rentals ($5), towel rentals ($5), and cold water are available at the front desk—and are included free with our $95 Vacation Pass.
Are shoes or phones allowed inside the heated studio room?
To keep our antimicrobial cushioned zebra flooring clean and our space peaceful, please remove shoes in the lobby and leave cell phones and smartwatches on silent inside your cubby.
What if the heat feels intense during my first class?
You are always in control of your practice. Sit or kneel down on your mat, take a sip of water, and breathe whenever your body asks. Resting inside the room helps your body acclimate to the therapeutic far-infrared heat.