Since its opening in late 2023, “The Mat” has been revolutionizing holistic health for its minority-dominated community.

Tricia Donegan’s is peppy and bright, with big windows, exposed brick, and hot-pink walls. The schedule is packed with classes, and the crowd is hip—it’s yoga for the tattoo-and-piercings set.

Imagine Hot Yoga is making use of the former Big Lots building off Petrovitsky Road. Situated in the former Fairwood Big Lots ...