HOTWORX - Slidell, LA

This 24-hour infrared fitness studio provides gym members with access to a variety of virtually instructed workouts within private infrared sauna rooms. The core experience centers on the therapeutic heat of these saunas, which members report aids muscle recovery, improves flexibility, and promotes sweating. The studio offers a range of sauna-based sessions, including 15-minute High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and 30-minute isometric workouts such as Hot Pilates, Hot Yoga, Hot Barre, Hot Core, Hot Cycle, and Hot Blast. Members appreciate the small class sizes, often limited to three people per sauna, which allows for a semi-private experience. The facility is noted for being clean and well-lit, with security measures in place for safety. Many members feel the hot sauna workouts are effective, leading to quicker recovery times, increased energy, and positive physical changes. The 24-hour access provides significant flexibility for workouts at any time. The gym also features a Functional Exercise Area and a proprietary app with a local leaderboard to track progress and foster engagement. While the sauna workouts are highly praised, some members note operational challenges, including saunas occasionally being out of service without notification. The requirement to purchase or rent a specialized hot yoga mat is also a point of contention for some, as it is necessary to fully utilize all classes.