Australia has enthusiastically embraced yoga and the past several years have seen extraordinary growth in yoga studios popping up in major cities, remote towns and spectacular off-the-beaten track locations. With studios offering a range of classes and teachers that suit every level of yoga practitioner, it is easy to venture to a class whether you may be local to the area, or just visiting or passing through. As Bali’s leading yoga retreat provider – we’re no strangers to the best teachers, forms, and studios! This list of top ten yoga studios in Australia looks at urban studios that are perfect for anyone looking for a little bubble of zen in the city jungle.
Melbourne
Yoga 213
Yoga 213 are a fun and eclectic yoga studio that combine music and yoga to create a fresh experience like no other. Their studios are a welcoming home for anyone wanting to experience the happiness and lightness of yoga. Their large, open-plan space in inner city Richmond offers plenty of ambient lights, recycled timber and pops of colour to create a welcoming and joyous space to play and unwind.
www.yoga213.com.au
Happy Melon
Happy Melon is the first of its kind mind and body studio that blends meditation with yoga, fitness and Pilates. Tucked way in inner-city Melbourne, their mission is to help people live their life with more peace and ease. The combination of mental and physical practices is the perfect way to create positive life changes and boost your overall wellbeing. Aside from yoga and movement based practices, health-related services including rolfing, massage and naturopathy are also on offer.
With over 100 classes each week, there is certainly a class to suit every taste! Boost your endorphins with their signature Yoga Flow – a fast and dynamic class offering a series of standing and floor poses designed to still the mind, increase cardiovascular activity, generate greater flexibility and build muscular strength and agility. Dynamic boxing and Jumpboard pilates are also on the high-intensity list here! If you’re seeking something a little more zen, their Slow Flow or relaxation meditation is the ideal way to loosen up and let go.
happymelon.com.au
One Hot Yoga
One Hot Yoga is unlike any other hot yoga studio. Their world-class studios are designed to enhance the daily ritual of yoga and the beautiful space truly makes hot yoga a real pleasure. Situated in trendy South Yarra, One Hot Yoga have won global awards for their stunning studio design, and they get extra points for being eco-friendly too. Everything about the space is meticulously crafted to ensure you sink deeply into your practice.
Classes include Hot Yoga, Power Yoga, Yin Yoga, Reformer Pilates and Hot Mat Pilates and rooms are heated to 21˚C, 27˚C or 37˚C to promote detoxification and superior wellbeing. Adding in yet some more impressive technology, the One studio also features a state-of-the-art air filtration system. This system uses a constant stream of oxygen to nourish and cleanse your body while keeping the room completely fresh. Say goodbye to stuffy, unpleasant hot yoga and experience a new level of comfort with One.
www.onehotyoga.com.au
Sydney
Power Living Manly
Power Living is one of the largest yoga communities in Australasia. In the twelve years of its operation, Power Living has grown to have studios across Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide. With four separate locations around Sydney alone, Power Living makes it easy to set aside some time to unroll your mat and enjoy your practice. Providing a modern physical and philosophical approach to yoga, Power Living offer different levels for all stages in your journey.
Power Living have a diverse and passionate team of teachers whose common aim is to inspire people to be the best version of themselves. They are motivated to transform their immediate and wider community through the practice of yoga. As well as a smorgasbord of classes and workshops, Power Living also offer teacher trainings, immersions and retreats, as well as their own online yoga program Yogaholics. It’s easy to make yoga part of your everyday life with the support of Power Living.
www.powerliving.com.au
Humming Puppy
Humming Puppy knocks the ball out of the playing field when it comes to modern studios. Humming Puppy prides itself on a beautifully sleek design, as well as unique sound and vibration technology incorporated to heighten the yoga experience. World-class engineers are responsible for the creation of a physical ‘hum’, where different frequencies emit resonance for various intentions, from grounding to elite performance. The studio walls have extra layers of soundproofing to genuinely cocoon clients from the outside world and submerge them deep into the this sensory practice.
When it comes to the yoga classes, Humming Puppy has created their own four unique practices designed to cater for beginners through to experienced yogis. All classes incorporate the principles of breath-pranayama, movement-asana and awareness-meditation, and are taught in a warm room heated to 27 degrees. Different soundscapes have been crafted by experts to accompany each of the class styles that work harmoniously with the ‘hum’. Enter the studio, leave the outside world behind and immerse yourself in good vibes- this is one studio that must be experienced to be believed.
www.hummingpuppy.com
W1ll Studio
Offering something a little different from your normal yoga studio, W1ll yoga has been built around the concept of creating a fully immersive experience that involves both music and visual displays. W1LL is set to change the way we perceive mindfulness and relaxation. Upon arrival, you are invited to disconnect from the busyness of life and immerse yourself in the dimly lit studio with live and assisted classes on the large screen and TV’s. W1LL is proud to be unconventional, and offer a truly modern take on an ancient practice.
Music is at the core of W1LL. Classes start with tunes and build an inspiring yoga journey with the beat. W1LL delivers easy to understand and simple to follow practices with classes designed for every level of practitioner. The best part? Each membership supports a human in need from the Human Kind Foundation that spans the globe. W1LL supports life-changing projects in Africa and India, so when you become a part of the W1LL community you are also becoming a part of a global community and taking yoga off the mat into the world.
w1ll.co
Brisbane
Shri Yoga
Shri Yoga offers high quality yoga and meditation education in the heart of Brisbane. The team are passionate about quality, and deliver non-heated, alignment-based classes. Classes blend precise technique with a celebration of all it means to be human, and styles range from challenging and to playful, to quiet and contemplative. All levels of experience are cared for at Shri, from their introductory yoga course for beginners, to their highly regarded Teacher Training program.
Shri is also known Australia-wide as a hub for workshops, showcasing world-class international presenters throughout the year. Unique weekly events such as Candlelight Yoga, community classes, lunch time express classes, meditation sessions and advanced practice labs are all part of what makes Shri such a special place. At Shri you’ll discover a practice that will transform, uplift and inspire your daily life.
www.shriyoga.com.au
Soho
Fortitude Valley’s Soho feels like a luxe escape from the urban jungle. Meaning “soul home”, SoHo’s serene, boutique yoga spaces are the perfect place to roll out your mat and enjoy a little well-deserved breathing space. Their two light-filled studios are inviting and relaxing environments and their highly qualified instructors lead all levels of practice and encourage participants to make time to relax, recharge and restore the body, mind and spirit.
Classes range from kids yoga and prenatal yoga, to vinyasa, yin and even yoga therapy classes. Dynamic classes are balanced out by restorative classes to accomodate for the yin and yang in our bodies and modern lifestyles. Retreats, workshops and teacher trainings also make up the diverse offerings of this beautiful humble studio space.
www.sohoyoga.com.au
Perth
The Yoga Vine
The Yoga Vine is a boutique Yoga Studio in the heart of Perth CBD that has been offering yoga and wellness solutions to the Perth community since 2013. The studio offers yoga classes, as well as their own teacher training programs and corporate wellness solutions.
The dedicated team seek to educate and inspire individuals and organisations to lead more vibrant, energised and emotionally aware lives. The soothing space provides a calm oasis in the city with a peaceful minimalist design and eco friendly props. From dynamic classes to gentle ‘roll and release’ sessions, there is a class to suit every practitioner and every need. This is your one-stop for yoga and the close-knit community are always extremely welcoming.
www.theyogavine.com.au
Adelaide
Exhale Yoga
Exhale Yoga’s mission is to influence people to be the change they wish to see in the world. Their great range of classes and teachers work to inspire and support all students on their personal transformation journey through the practice of yoga and meditation.
Exhale Yoga offers a beautiful and peaceful environment to learn and practice yoga.They offer a diverse schedule of workshops, courses and classes to suit every level, from beginners to more experienced individuals. For those new to the mat, the Fundamentals course is the perfect starting point to dip your toes into the yoga ocean. Reconnect with yourself and your breath with the team at Exhale.
www.exhaleyoga.com.au