Calling all yogis! Find your zen with best yoga classes in Bristol.
Fancy getting some exercise in but don’t see the appeal of jumping on a treadmill? Why not try out yoga! It’s the perfect, low intensity workout that treats your physical, spiritual and mental health. Whether you’re an absolute newbie or a yogi pro, whether you’re looking for an intense, sweaty hot yoga class or a candlelit wind-down session, Bristol’s yoga scene has your back. Here is our collection of the best studio’s in the city…namaste!
Yogakutir
Pavey House, Waterloo Street, Clifton, BS8 4BT
With a passion for the full spectrum of yoga, Yogakutir aims to bring transformation to every cell of your being. The name Kutir is a Sanskrit word meaning a small or simple hut or cottage, and within their cosy studio, the team continue to teach new students and host flows.
Combining bodily awareness through asana, the teachings at Yogakutir are focused on adding something to one’s environment, whether it’s to the individuals awareness, body or mindset. Classes range from beginner to intermediate with workshops, group classes and one-to-one tuition available to explore. There are even yoga retreats available! Whatever you may choose, you can be sure that their session provides the perfect opportunity to relax and recharge with skilled instruction.
Yogasara
10-12 Picton Street, Bristol, BS6 5QA
A self-declared ‘oasis in the city’, Yogasara aims to offer a revitalising and relaxing community in the heart of Bristol. A place for mutual empowerment, love and freedom, this spot is perfect for those looking to get in touch with their inner peace.
Born in 2008, Yogasaras co-founders Sarah and Laurence combined their shared vision to provide a space for yoga and other creative healing arts where you can revitalise your mind, body and soul.
You’ll find an abundance of yoga classes on offer week-on-week, including empowering Shine Yoga, mindful Hatha yoga and de-stressing Breath of Life yoga. They also offer a selection of workshops, teacher trainings, continued professional development, courses and retreats that come in a diverse style of yoga and meditations. All of which boast a safe and comfortable environment for both beginners and experts to get involved with.
To check out their timetable, click here.
Bristol YogaSpace
Princes Place, Bishopston, Bristol, BS7 8NP
At YogaSpace, the highly qualified instructors practice a style of yoga called Viniyoga, which is breath-centred and therapeutically oriented. Their ethos is to encourage people to find their own style of yoga and slow it down, working at a pace in which they feel comfortable.
This attitude lends itself perfectly to pregnancy and postnatal yoga, with classes running throughout the week. You’re welcome to just drop in as and when and babies are welcome at their Baby & Me yoga classes. Pregnancy classes are even two-for-one, so you can enjoy the opportunity to try it out and see if it suits.
There’s also workshops, private classes and home courses. So you can enjoy the practice wherever is suitable for you in whatever style.
Urban Yoga
Various Locations
Fancy giving it a go but don’t know if you’ll be any good? Beginners are, of course, welcome at all of the yoga schools above, but Urban Yoga offers a £5 taster session for everyone interested! Providing fitness and wellbeing through mindful movement, these classes are run by a qualified yoga teacher, sports and massage therapist - an expert in using yoga to overcome injuries, problems, fear and limitations.
They even offer Fitness Chair Yoga, for those with mobility issues who want to use yoga to get fitter, stronger and more mobile!
To check out their taster offer, click here.