Overview
Ra Yoga is a community-focused yoga studio with multiple locations across Southern California, including Long Beach, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and Mission Viejo. The studio provides a diverse range of over 100 weekly classes across 14 different styles, such as Hot Ra, Ra Vinyasa, YinRAstore, and meditation sessions, all designed to be accessible for beginners while challenging for advanced practitioners. Facilities feature clean, charming spaces with amenities like locker rooms, showers, and eco-friendly radiant heat technology for comfortable heated classes. The teaching staff receives consistent praise for being supportive and knowledgeable, helping students build a consistent practice through easy online booking and membership options.
Yoga Format
Yoga Styles
Studio Amenities
Studio Pricing
| Plan Name | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Class | Drop in | $30 |
| 10 Classes | 10 Classes | $250 |
| 4 Classes | 1 Month | $75 |
| 2 Classes | 1 Month | $34 |
| Unilimited Monthly | 1 Month | $149 |
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 6:00 am – 9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Open | 6:00 am – 9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 6:00 am – 9:30 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 6:00 am – 9:30 pm |
| Friday | Open | 6:00 am – 9:30 pm |
| Saturday | Open | 7:30 am – 3:30 pm |
| Sunday | Open | 7:30 am – 2:00 pm |
Studio in Details
A Community-Focused Yoga Space in Southern California
Ra Yoga operates several yoga studios across Southern California, with the Long Beach location being part of a network that includes Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and Mission Viejo. The yoga center positions itself as more than just a place for physical practice, aiming to create a home where people find belonging. Visitors describe the atmosphere as positive, uplifting, non-judgmental, and sweet, with a friendly and energetic vibe that makes people feel at home and comfortable as soon as they walk in. The studio’s identity is built around being a breath of fresh air amidst the pace of Southern California life, with each location described as wonderfully unique and charmingly quirky, shaped by reclaimed materials that reflect the local community. People note the staff is consistently described as the friendliest, contributing to a welcoming environment where both staff and other guests work together to cultivate a supportive atmosphere.
The physical spaces are noted for being clean and nice inside. Amenities across locations typically include locker rooms, showers, changing areas, and secure lockers. Some locations, like Costa Mesa and Long Beach, offer childcare, though one visitor reported a negative experience with that specific service. The studios utilize radiant heat technology in their rooms for heated classes, which is described as eco-friendly, warming the body evenly without blowing air for a comfortable and hypoallergenic environment. Visitors appreciate personal touches in the decor, mentioning things like a cute blackboard drawing and a book exchange corner. The studio also features a curated retail space with yoga gear, accessories, and apparel.
A Diverse Practice for All Levels
The studio’s core offering is a wide variety of yoga classes. The website states there are 14 different styles and over 100 classes per week across all locations, designed to offer something for yoga students at any level. Visitors consistently highlight this variety, noting it ensures they can always find a class that fits their mood and energy level. Specific class styles mentioned by name in visitor feedback and website content include Hot Ra (described as a modified version of a Bikram yoga class), Ra Vinyasa, YinRAstore (likely a blend of Yin and Restorative), Sacred Sound, and Strength classes. People also mention meditation classes, advising others not to shy away from them.
The teaching approach receives significant praise. Instructors like Nate, Johnny, Samantha, Bobby, Ally, Sam, Mari, and Fabian are singled out for being supportive, knowledgeable, and making students feel comfortable. They are noted for creating flows that are invitations to deepen the mind-body connection. A key theme from visitors is the studio’s accessibility for beginners. People who were “never a yoga person” or who barely know the terminology report that instructors make it easy to understand what pose is next and follow along. Intro classes are described as beginner-friendly yet challenging enough for advanced practitioners. The classes are structured to allow individuals to feel empowered to challenge their practice but also comfortable enough to take it slow when needed. Strength classes, for example, are taught for various levels so people shouldn’t hesitate based on experience.
Building a Consistent Practice
For many visitors, Ra Yoga becomes a place to build a dedicated and consistent practice. People report scheduling classes every day after their first visit and becoming long-term members, with one person noting membership since 2018. The studio facilitates this through practical systems. Booking is done through their app, which visitors find makes classes very easy to sign up for. For new students, there is a New Student Special offering two weeks of unlimited yoga for a set price. Membership options are available, with plans starting at a specific monthly rate designed to serve students’ evolving lives and schedules. The studio also mentions a discount for students from a local college.
The overall experience people describe extends beyond physical exercise. Visitors talk about learning that yoga is much more about cultivating a real mind-body connection. They leave classes feeling stronger, calmer, and more connected. The heated classes, in particular, are highlighted with comments like “the heat is where it’s at!”. These classes use colored light therapy, starting with red and switching to yellow, with meditative and non-distracting music. The studio fosters a sense of community, with the stated purpose of creating connection, opportunity, love, and space. This is reflected in visitor testimonials that call the community welcoming and inspiring, and the studio a sanctuary and a place to grow both physically and mentally. It’s a yoga space that encourages growth through practice, welcoming all who walk through its doors.