It’s no secret that Aussies are crazy for a bit of Downward Facing Dog, and yogis are constantly on the lookout for new ways to spice up their go-to workout – no matter where they are in the world.
On 21 June 2022, the world will recognise and come together in the name of Yoga for World Yoga Day and in light of this, we’ve put together a list of some of our favourite yoga experiences around the world. Whether it’s practising Cobra pose on top of a private boat in Los Cabos or planking it out on a SUP surrounded by breathtaking Eastern Sierra mountain range – these classes are sure to shake up anyone’s routine.
Luxury Yoga in Los Cabos, Mexico
Grab your friends and get ready for the ultra-luxe yoga experience! For a yoga experience like no other, book you and your friends a private sunrise yoga session on a luxury boat in front of the famous Los Cabos Arch. Personalise your experience with a breathing floating session in the Sea of Cortez and surround yourself with healing music curated by MTV Award Winner for best Latin American Artist. Add on a health menu and specialty beverages curated by chef Javiar Plascencia and your friends will be wowed by this ultra-luxe wellness experience! Ask the team at InCabo Travel how they can handcraft a wellness experience for you and your friends!
Flow hard with hip-hop yoga in West Hollywood, USA
Y7 Studio is sweat dripping, beat-bumping, candlelit yoga studios. Y7 is on a mission to break down traditional barrios to make yoga inclusive and accessible. With themed classes like “Little Mix + Fifth Harmony WeFlowHard® Vinyasa” and “Kendrick Lamar WeFlowHard® Vinyasa”, you’re bound to find a class to suit your style and personality.
SUP, California! Enjoy stand-up paddle board yoga in the pristine high alpine lakes basin in Mammoth Lakes in California USA
Every year at the Mammoth Yoga Festival festival goers can enjoy a unique SUP yoga class. Mammoth Lakes is nestled into the breathtaking Eastern Sierra mountain range and is the perfect backdrop for you to develop a deeper connection with your practice and your community. This nautical flow will leave you blissfully calm and happy! Mammoth Lakes 4-day yoga festival also features live music, kids yoga, workshops, artisanal food and craft vendors.
Find Your “OM” in Greater Palm Springs, USA
Grab your mat and get your Zen on during your next stay at Two Bunch Palms, where you can take a yoga classe in the resort’s one-of-a-kind celestial dome. “It’s a beautiful, magical space and because of the dome shape, it allows the energy to flow around and around,” says yoga instructor Lisa Marie Grimes. “You feel rejuvenated because you are literally in an energy vortex.”Better yet, since the resort has specific classes on its wellness calendar geared toward yoga newbies and experts, there’s no excuse not to try it!
The resort offers an array of classes from Therapeutic Yoga, Water Meditation, Gentle Stretch and more. For more information: https://twobunchpalms.com/
Strip off for Naked Yoga for Men in San Francisco, USA
The Naked Yoga for Men group offers naked Yoga and Qi Gong classes throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, where men can come together and connect spiritually, mentally and physically in the absence of sexual tension. Men of all shapes, sizes, colours, ages and physical abilities are welcome to attend. Whether you are straight, gay or bi; new to yoga or a long-time yogi – you are welcome.
Soul Sisters Surf and Yoga in Port Macquarie, Australia
Soul Sisters is an innovative women’s well-being program that brings women together to experience different activities that aim to nurture and empower each other in a safe and positive environment. The journey begins with the awesome challenge of surfing. Although this surf lesson is optional, every woman has loved the nurtured, safe and cleansing start to their day. Led by a female qualified coach with years of experience and understanding of your needs, the surfing or beach time will begin to open your heart before moving on to yoga, a guided relaxation and sound healing.
