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LA's Best Yoga and Barre Studios for Getting Long and Lean

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All of that stylish sweat gear won't do your body good unless you're really stretching them out (right?) As we've experienced in our many Racked Fit Club workouts, flow-obsessed fitness fiends and barre babes have a wealth of options when it comes to getting long and lean in LA.

From face-melting methods to thigh-trembling seshes to derriere-sculpting classes, we've rounded up our city's very best yoga and barre studios that'll have you pulsing, toning, and lifting to your best body ever. See 'em all below and feel free to share your faves in the comments.

Photo: Hottest Trainer '15 contestant Kamilah Barrett of Cardio Barre/Sera Lindsey

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AuraYoga

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Known for their out-of-this-world lighting system, this trippy Racked Fit Club-friendly studio is essentially the most calming, Vinyasa flow-inducing rave you'll ever attend. Pricing: $22 to $26 per class or $165 to $250/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
8608 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323) 570-0570
(323) 570-0570

Golden Bridge Yoga

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While the formerly Russell Brand-faved Hollywood location is closing, Golden Bridge's Westside studio/boutique/cafe is still Ommming away. With over 100 classes a week, the studio offers Kundalini, Hatha, and pre- and post-natal yoga. Seriously stressed students can also enjoy an array of holistic healing including acupuncture and Kinnected Alphabiotics, a "a scientifically proven, testable and reproducible, bio-energetic hands on stress relief process." Pricing: $20 per class or $144/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
719 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
(310) 395-1476
(310) 395-1476

Liberation Yoga

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Families are welcome at this Mid-City studio, which offers an array of yoga styles for every level and age, from Vinyasa to Hatha to Iyengar yoga to sessions that specialize in alignment, Tantric-inspired moves, pre/post-natal yoga and even classes for students with Parkinson's. Pricing: $12 (weekdays before 6pm) or $15 (after 6pm and on weekends) per class, $130/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
124 S LA Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 964-5222
(323) 964-5222

Modo Yoga

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Formerly Moksha Yoga (and another Russell Brand-backed spot), this hot yoga studio specializes in making you sweat it all out. In addition to their classic muscle-toning, mind-calming class, other session types include their Yin and Yang meditation (where poses are held for 3 to 5 minutes), Vinyasa Flow, the balance-challenging Yang Yin. Pricing: $20 per class or $160/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
340 S LA Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 938-5000
(323) 938-5000

One Down Dog

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This Racked Fit Club- and reader-faved Silver Lake studio is where Eastside yogis go to "deal with our shit on the mat so that we can handle it better off"—whether it be with One Down Dog's tribal dance-infused BUTI, Align, Chill, Sculpt or Sweat classes, among othermany other styles. They also offer massages, life coaching and integrated energy therapy as part of their dedication to self-care. Pricing: $20 per class or $95/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
4343 W Sunset Blvd #208, Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 989-3696
(323) 989-3696

Peace Yoga Gallery

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Latecomers won't be denied at the door at DTLA's Peace Yoga Gallery, a raw food kitchen and fitness studio that offers 24 classes a week, including Ashtanga, Kundalini, Power Vinyasa and Hatha Flow. In addition to convenient lunchtime and happy hour sessions, this relaxation haven offers biweekly cooking classes. Pricing: $16 per class or $150/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
903 South Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 500-5007
(213) 500-5007

Power Yoga

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Longtime yogi Bryan Kest began practicing at 14, and his donation-based studio boasts a sched of over 60 Ashtanga classes per week. Or, sign up for a membership and practice from the comforts of your own home with over 100 online classes. Pricing: $15 suggested donation per class. [Photo]
1410 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

YAS Fitness

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Ditch the crunchy vibes SoCal chainlet YAS Fitness, a self-professed "No Om Zone" founded by health and fitness guru Kimberly Fowler. In addition to combination yoga and indoor cycling classes, YAS offers Yoga for Athletes, a one-hour session designed to improve balance, stamina, flexibility and strength. Pricing: $25 per class or $250/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
1101 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
(310) 396-6993
(310) 396-6993

Yoga Circle Downtown

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Get your alignment on point or keep your Vinyasa flows going at this serene yoga haven in the heart of DTLA's Old Bank District. Classes are offered in a variety of levels and include Hatha-Kundalini, Ayurvedic, meditation and restorative yoga. They've also got a menu of oil-infused massages and energy therapy treatments for students in need of pro Prana adjusting or body detoxing. Pricing: $18 per class or $120 to $145/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
400 S Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 620-1040
(213) 620-1040

YogaWorks

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This popular star-faved fitness chain has plenty of LA ZIP codes covered, including Pasadena, SaMo, West Hollywood, Larchmont, the Valley and soon, Los Feliz. With over 20 class types ranging from pre/post-natal yoga, cardio flow, Vinyasa, Kundalini, Iyngar, Hatha and more, this bicoastal chain also offers meditation, TRX and mat Pilates. Many of their locations also house boutiques for your post-Warrior III retail therapy. Pricing: Memberships available for single studios, regional, and more. [Photo]
230 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 464-1276
(323) 464-1276

Physique 57

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No wonder VS Angels like Alessandra Ambrosio are frequently spotted at this Bev Hills barre studio: this modern take on the classic Lotte Berk Method " includes muscle-defining arm exercises, intense thigh and seat sequences, waist-chiseling ab moves, and fluid stretches." Pricing: $31 per class or $275/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
320 N. Cañon Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90210
(310) 271-0570
(310) 271-0570

Pure Barre Hollywood

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We can attest to Pure Barre's 55-minute lengthening workouts, which promise real results using a mix of small, focused moves that help strengthen your core, increase flexibility, and boost metabolism. Pricing: $22 per class or $250 per month for unlimited classes.
7519 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 850-1800
(323) 850-1800

Cardio Barre

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Stars like Dakota Fanning swear by this barre studio's heart-pumping, ballet-inspired classes, which sculpt muscles using "light weights with continual fat burning motion" rather than high-energy jumping or punching. Bonus: the studio even offers free childcare. Pricing: $18 per class or $149 to $169/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
469 S Robertson Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(424) 777-0032
(424) 777-0032

Wanderlust Hollywood

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The massive wellness mecca offers a variety of classes for every level and style, from the signature Flow (a blend of sun salutations, standing poses, and more) to the beat-fueled Soulscape to the spirit-renewing Soul Revival (1 hour of flow, 20 minutes of deep stretching, and 10 minutes of "sweet restoration"). Pricing: $23 per class or $129/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
Los Angeles, CA

Pop Physique

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The Silver Lake-bred fitness chain has over 15 SoCal studios (which it affectionally calls #buttschools), making its thigh-trembling, derriere-sculpting workouts the most accessible across the land. Pop frequently has flash sales, like 5 classes for $45 or 1 week of unlimited classes for $30. Pricing: $25 per class or $175/mo. for unlimited classes.
3501 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 665-7777
(323) 665-7777

Ra Ma Institute

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Helmed by charismatic and stylish yogi Guru Jagat, this inventive studio uses Kundalini "as a tool to chemically release, strengthen, and activate the genetic code, while igniting the energy centers of the body, mind and spirit." Here, find deep healing, meditation, Sadhana, and more mindful seshes on the sched. Pricing: $65 for a 5-class pass or $145 to $155/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
304 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291

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AuraYoga

8608 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Known for their out-of-this-world lighting system, this trippy Racked Fit Club-friendly studio is essentially the most calming, Vinyasa flow-inducing rave you'll ever attend. Pricing: $22 to $26 per class or $165 to $250/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
8608 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323) 570-0570
(323) 570-0570

Golden Bridge Yoga

719 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
While the formerly Russell Brand-faved Hollywood location is closing, Golden Bridge's Westside studio/boutique/cafe is still Ommming away. With over 100 classes a week, the studio offers Kundalini, Hatha, and pre- and post-natal yoga. Seriously stressed students can also enjoy an array of holistic healing including acupuncture and Kinnected Alphabiotics, a "a scientifically proven, testable and reproducible, bio-energetic hands on stress relief process." Pricing: $20 per class or $144/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
719 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
(310) 395-1476
(310) 395-1476

Liberation Yoga

124 S LA Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Families are welcome at this Mid-City studio, which offers an array of yoga styles for every level and age, from Vinyasa to Hatha to Iyengar yoga to sessions that specialize in alignment, Tantric-inspired moves, pre/post-natal yoga and even classes for students with Parkinson's. Pricing: $12 (weekdays before 6pm) or $15 (after 6pm and on weekends) per class, $130/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
124 S LA Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 964-5222
(323) 964-5222

Modo Yoga

340 S LA Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Formerly Moksha Yoga (and another Russell Brand-backed spot), this hot yoga studio specializes in making you sweat it all out. In addition to their classic muscle-toning, mind-calming class, other session types include their Yin and Yang meditation (where poses are held for 3 to 5 minutes), Vinyasa Flow, the balance-challenging Yang Yin. Pricing: $20 per class or $160/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
340 S LA Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 938-5000
(323) 938-5000

One Down Dog

4343 W Sunset Blvd #208, Los Angeles, CA 90029
This Racked Fit Club- and reader-faved Silver Lake studio is where Eastside yogis go to "deal with our shit on the mat so that we can handle it better off"—whether it be with One Down Dog's tribal dance-infused BUTI, Align, Chill, Sculpt or Sweat classes, among othermany other styles. They also offer massages, life coaching and integrated energy therapy as part of their dedication to self-care. Pricing: $20 per class or $95/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
4343 W Sunset Blvd #208, Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 989-3696
(323) 989-3696

Peace Yoga Gallery

903 South Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Latecomers won't be denied at the door at DTLA's Peace Yoga Gallery, a raw food kitchen and fitness studio that offers 24 classes a week, including Ashtanga, Kundalini, Power Vinyasa and Hatha Flow. In addition to convenient lunchtime and happy hour sessions, this relaxation haven offers biweekly cooking classes. Pricing: $16 per class or $150/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
903 South Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 500-5007
(213) 500-5007

Power Yoga

1410 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Longtime yogi Bryan Kest began practicing at 14, and his donation-based studio boasts a sched of over 60 Ashtanga classes per week. Or, sign up for a membership and practice from the comforts of your own home with over 100 online classes. Pricing: $15 suggested donation per class. [Photo]
1410 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

YAS Fitness

1101 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
Ditch the crunchy vibes SoCal chainlet YAS Fitness, a self-professed "No Om Zone" founded by health and fitness guru Kimberly Fowler. In addition to combination yoga and indoor cycling classes, YAS offers Yoga for Athletes, a one-hour session designed to improve balance, stamina, flexibility and strength. Pricing: $25 per class or $250/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
1101 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
(310) 396-6993
(310) 396-6993

Yoga Circle Downtown

400 S Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Get your alignment on point or keep your Vinyasa flows going at this serene yoga haven in the heart of DTLA's Old Bank District. Classes are offered in a variety of levels and include Hatha-Kundalini, Ayurvedic, meditation and restorative yoga. They've also got a menu of oil-infused massages and energy therapy treatments for students in need of pro Prana adjusting or body detoxing. Pricing: $18 per class or $120 to $145/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
400 S Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 620-1040
(213) 620-1040

YogaWorks

230 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004
This popular star-faved fitness chain has plenty of LA ZIP codes covered, including Pasadena, SaMo, West Hollywood, Larchmont, the Valley and soon, Los Feliz. With over 20 class types ranging from pre/post-natal yoga, cardio flow, Vinyasa, Kundalini, Iyngar, Hatha and more, this bicoastal chain also offers meditation, TRX and mat Pilates. Many of their locations also house boutiques for your post-Warrior III retail therapy. Pricing: Memberships available for single studios, regional, and more. [Photo]
230 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 464-1276
(323) 464-1276

Physique 57

320 N. Cañon Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90210
No wonder VS Angels like Alessandra Ambrosio are frequently spotted at this Bev Hills barre studio: this modern take on the classic Lotte Berk Method " includes muscle-defining arm exercises, intense thigh and seat sequences, waist-chiseling ab moves, and fluid stretches." Pricing: $31 per class or $275/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
320 N. Cañon Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90210
(310) 271-0570
(310) 271-0570

Pure Barre Hollywood

7519 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046
We can attest to Pure Barre's 55-minute lengthening workouts, which promise real results using a mix of small, focused moves that help strengthen your core, increase flexibility, and boost metabolism. Pricing: $22 per class or $250 per month for unlimited classes.
7519 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 850-1800
(323) 850-1800

Cardio Barre

469 S Robertson Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Stars like Dakota Fanning swear by this barre studio's heart-pumping, ballet-inspired classes, which sculpt muscles using "light weights with continual fat burning motion" rather than high-energy jumping or punching. Bonus: the studio even offers free childcare. Pricing: $18 per class or $149 to $169/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
469 S Robertson Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(424) 777-0032
(424) 777-0032

Wanderlust Hollywood

Los Angeles, CA
The massive wellness mecca offers a variety of classes for every level and style, from the signature Flow (a blend of sun salutations, standing poses, and more) to the beat-fueled Soulscape to the spirit-renewing Soul Revival (1 hour of flow, 20 minutes of deep stretching, and 10 minutes of "sweet restoration"). Pricing: $23 per class or $129/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
Los Angeles, CA

Pop Physique

3501 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
The Silver Lake-bred fitness chain has over 15 SoCal studios (which it affectionally calls #buttschools), making its thigh-trembling, derriere-sculpting workouts the most accessible across the land. Pop frequently has flash sales, like 5 classes for $45 or 1 week of unlimited classes for $30. Pricing: $25 per class or $175/mo. for unlimited classes.
3501 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 665-7777
(323) 665-7777

Ra Ma Institute

304 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
Helmed by charismatic and stylish yogi Guru Jagat, this inventive studio uses Kundalini "as a tool to chemically release, strengthen, and activate the genetic code, while igniting the energy centers of the body, mind and spirit." Here, find deep healing, meditation, Sadhana, and more mindful seshes on the sched. Pricing: $65 for a 5-class pass or $145 to $155/mo. for unlimited classes. [Photo]
304 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291