Bikram बिक्रम
A fixed series of twenty-six postures practised twice in a heated room, with strict verbal cues.
- Intensity
- Intensity 5 of 5
- Pace
- Fixed and hot
- Heat
- Hot (around 40°C)
What a class looks like
- The same twenty-six postures every class
- A heated room, usually around 40°C
- Little variation between teachers
- A demanding cardiovascular load
Who it suits
Worth trying if
Experienced practitioners who tolerate heat well and like absolute consistency.
Probably not for
Beginners, people with heat sensitivity, or anyone with cardiovascular conditions without medical advice.
A teacher’s note
The practice letter
One email a month: a sequence to try, one pose explained properly, and something worth reading. No offers, no countdowns.