As a physician, I know that your yoga practice space must first and foremost be healthy.
— Ralph Newman, M.D., Owner
Ralph Newman, M.D.

We are proud to play a vibrant role in the Golden Belt Arts LEED certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). From floor to ceiling, our studio embraces the values and spirit of sustainable, LEED construction — while maintaining the look and feel of this beautiful, historic building. Our heating and air purification systems are engineered to create a superb place for you to practice Bikram yoga, with the least possible impact on the environment. Our construction emphasizes reuse of the existing building, a dedication to the use of non-toxic materials, and environmentally friendly energy sources. From our practice room flooring to the high-efficiency water systems, Bikram Yoga Durham is doing its part!

 

Kermit knows best.
  It’s not easy being green. But it’s worth it.

ancient practice meets cutting edge technology

The air, heat, and cleanliness of a yoga studio, no matter how simple or luxurious, dramatically affect your practice experience and your overall health. Our practice room incorporates the best available technology and environmental control systems.

  • Ultraviolet air treatment systems are built into our air circulation system to ensure you are always breathing fresh, bacteria-free air.
  • Our practice room is fiber-free! We are proud to feature Forbo flooring in our practice room. This hygienic floor has anti-microbial, anti-bacterial treatment to protect against bacteria, including MRSA, E-coli and the development of dust mites.
  • Heating system monitored from 5 separate locations guarantees even heat-humidity throughout the practice room.
  • Nightly air purification of the practice room with an ozone machine.
  • Free secure lockers, vanity stations with hairdryers, and complimentary toiletries.
  • Help us become plastics-free and use six free-filtered water faucets throughout the studio.
  • PVC-free yoga mats for rent or purchase.

tobacco to trikanasana


Golden Belt in 1905
Golden Belt in 1905
Golden Belt circa 1920
Golden Belt in early 1900's
Golden Belt in early 1900's
Golden Belt circa 1920
Golden Belt in the late 1950s
Golden Belt in the late 1950s
Golden Belt before renovation
Golden Belt before renovation
Golden Belt during renovation
Golden Belt during renovation
The renovation of Golden Belt maintains its historic industrial beauty
The renovation of Golden Belt maintained its historic industrial beauty
Machinery used in Golden Belt
Machinery used in Golden Belt
Golden Belt after renovation
Golden Belt after renovation
Golden Belt today
Golden Belt today