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Keeping up with your yoga practice while traveling doesn’t need to be hard or lonely. Why sweat alone in your hotel room when you can find motivation and a sense of community by practicing in a studio with a certified teacher and like-minded yogis?
Yoga studios are also great places to hang out and meet locals and other travelers, especially if you’re traveling solo. And some are so beautiful and have such an amazing atmosphere, you’ll never want to leave.
To help you find the right place for your practice abroad, I asked fellow travel bloggers to name their favorite yoga studios worldwide and why they love them.
Together we came up with this list of the best yoga studios around the world for travelers. Which one would you choose?
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Best Yoga Studios Around the World:
Body Care Clube – Maputo, Mozambique
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Traveling through Mozambique can be a beautiful but also challenging experience.
Located in Maputo, Body Care Clube is the perfect place to recharge your body, mind, and soul after a day of exploring the Mozambican capital.
This holistic center offers yoga, Pilates, and a variety of dance classes, as well as nutrition, massages, and other beauty and health treatments.
The yoga session with Daniela takes place every evening from Monday to Thursday, at 6 pm, and you can just drop in and enjoy the hour-long lesson.
All teachers at Body Care Clube are very friendly and speak both Portuguese and English, so you’ll always feel welcome here.
They’ve also recently moved to a new space: a lovely, comfy, and well-equipped studio in the heart of Maputo.
And while you’re here why not try something new, like a tribal fusion or a Bollywood dance class?
Recommended by me, The Yogi Wanderer
AirYoga – Zurich, Switzerland
There’s more to Switzerland than lakes and mountains, cheese and chocolate. This small country is home to a vibrant yoga scene, which may be explained by its stunning and mindful inducing scenery.
Having lived in Zurich for five years now, AirYoga is my absolute favorite yoga studio in Switzerland’s biggest city.
With two beautiful locations, one in the historical city center and another one in the trendy Zurich West district, AirYoga offers a wide variety of yoga styles for all levels and moods, from Ashtanga to Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, Anusara, and Ayur Yoga.
There are also yoganidra, meditation, and pranayama lessons.
Most importantly, all teachers are certified and very experienced, and attentive.
I personally love the Hatha yoga morning classes with Frank and the Hatha flow with deep relaxation on Wednesday evenings with Diana.
Classes take place seven days a week, from early in the morning to late in the evening, and most of them are taught in English, which makes this the perfect place for travelers and expats who don’t speak German.
Besides the regular yoga classes, AirYoga also organizes special workshops, intensive trainings, retreats, and yoga teacher training.
Definitely, a place to visit if you ever find yourself in Zurich.
Recommended by me, The Yogi Wanderer
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The Practice – Bali, Indonesia
Image: Patrick Muntzinger
Canggu in Bali is the newest and hippest hotspot for digital nomads, yogis, and backpackers in Asia. Life here is fun and healthy, and yoga is part of the unique Canggu vibe and lifestyle.
When I settled down in Canggu for a few months to work online, I signed up for The Practice, a yoga studio in Canggu that I can highly recommend.
The Practice has a perfect location directly on Canggu’s main road and very close to the beach. The studio is quite big and there are several sessions and classes every day, with different teachers and yoga styles and for different experience levels. Therefore, every traveler will find the perfect yoga training for himself/herself here.
The yoga room is very large with enough space for the students, it is open, with a lot of fresh air, and all necessary equipment is available (even mosquito spray, which is very handy for the early evening sessions).
Most of the time, I went to the afternoon session so that I could watch the sunset on the beach directly afterward. The perfect ending to a day!
Recommended by Patrick from German Backpacker
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Black Swan Yoga – Austin, USA
If you want to feel welcome in Austin without knowing anyone, go to one of the Black Swan Yoga studios.
The yoga studio is community-centered and all classes are donation-based. While they do recommend a $10/20-dollar donation anyone is welcome to come and pay as they wish.
Each studio is kept at a toasty warm temperature. You will find local art and music curated by your instructor as you wait. Bring your mat, some towels, and water, and find their schedule online to see what class works best for you. If you are traveling without your yoga mat you can always rent one at the studio.
They have a few different class types including one for beginners, a more advanced class, one that is more of a workout, and one that it is a well-rounded yoga class.
Since the studio is strongly involved in the community you can also find them around town providing classes outside.
Recommended by Dan from Honeymoon Always
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Oasis Yoga – Koh Lanta, Thailand
Image: Erin McNeaney
Oasis Yoga is my favorite yoga studio in the world.
This ultra-relaxing place is located in a stilted wooden treehouse in a lush tropical garden, with the sea in front and the jungle-covered mountains behind.
The sounds of the waves, chirping birds, and rustling bamboo helped calm my mind and hold the most difficult poses.
Oasis Yoga is the only proper yoga studio on Koh Lanta and is run by friendly American couple Kate and Farra.
Farra is a fantastic teacher—down to earth and encouraging, giving you the option of more challenging poses but reminding you to listen to your body and take breaks if you need to.
There are usually two to three classes a day. Sunset Stretch is a gentle Hatha class suitable for beginners. The Flow class is more energetic, but Farra gives options for different ability levels. I also love the deep stretches of the Yin class.
The only downside is that as the classes are so good they are really popular, and in the high season you’ll need to reserve your place in advance.
Recommended by Erin from Never Ending Voyage
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Jessica Dewar Yoga – Melbourne, Australia
Jessica Dewar Yoga is located in vibrant Melbourne, Australia. Melbourne has a reputation as a vibrant arts and foodie hub and it also has an impressive yoga scene.
Situated in beautiful Hawthorn East, Jessica Dewar Yoga is just a train or tram ride away from Melbourne city center.
Jessica Dewar Yoga is Melbourne’s first community donation-based yoga studio. Yogis can pay what they can afford and what they feel the class is worth, making it a rare find amongst Melbourne’s many yoga studios
The studio is a beautiful light and airy space to practice in. It offers a variety of yoga classes every day – from Vinyasa Flow to Restorative yoga classes. It’s not a huge studio so there’s a genuine sense of community. The yoga teachers are supportive and the atmosphere is relaxed and judgment-free.
It’s great for travelers as they can afford a sense of yoga community while traveling, even for those yogis traveling on the tiniest shoestring budget.
Recommended by Tiean from The Yoga Class
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Ushvani Yoga – London, UK
Image: Heather Eyre
The yoga studio located within Ushvani Spa is a Malaysian-inspired world far away from London. The best part is that you never even have to leave the city!
Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of posh Sloane Street in Knightsbridge, Ushvani is the ultimate hidden gem. Unless you know it’s there it’s easy to walk right by it. But once you do discover it you’ll find yourself wanting to return time and time again. There’s nothing else like it in London.
The Tuesday evening yoga classes are small in size and have an intimate feel to them. They take place in the beautiful, quiet, light-filled Sentosa studio and will leave you feeling relaxed and renewed.
The instructor, Ishat, is someone who lives his practice and has over 20 years of experience. Classes are instructed through a holistic perspective and they incorporate breath work in addition to a range of postures. Anyone, from beginners to those with experience, is always welcome to attend.
I also love the fact that Ushvani Spa is a female-owned business.
I would encourage anyone living or just visiting London to attend a yoga class at Ushvani for a unique yoga experience.
Recommended by Heather from The Female Factor
Luang Prabang Yoga – Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang is a beautiful, sleepy town in northern Laos and a destination that feels made for yoga. It’s bordered by the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, and the streets are lined with peaceful Buddhist temples.
Luang Prabang Yoga is a cooperative of yoga teachers, with two distinct venues right in the center of town. The one I visited was a big, open space with wooden floors, above a restaurant right on Luang Prabang’s main street.
The studio has a lovely vibe, and the class was attended by locals, expats and tourists alike. The teacher led the session in English but occasionally threw in explanations in Lao for local attendees, which added to the experience.
I attended a vinyasa flow yoga session, which I found quite challenging (I was out of practice!) but it’s definitely suitable for all levels of experience.
Unfortunately, I didn’t get to try out yoga at Utopia, Luang Prabang Yoga’s other venue, which I think would have been pretty unforgettable.
Utopia is a magical cafe/bar overlooking the Nam Khan river, and you can visit for a sunrise class on the riverside deck. The views are absolutely stunning (I visited for a smoothie later in the day) and I can’t wait to return to Laos to experience sunrise yoga here.
Recommended by Maire from Temples and Treehouses
Lumi Yoga – Hawaii, USA
Image: LeAnna Brown
Volcanoes, lush rainforests, surfing lessons, snorkeling with sea turtles…. what more could you want out of a vacation? How about twice a day yoga with an experienced, passionate instructor? Oh, and you’re in paradise: Hawaii!!
I spent 3 days at the LumiYoga Retreat House on Oahu Island and it was magical!!!
While the actual yoga studio is on-site at the retreat home, the owners don’t limit your practice to that space. Instead, we often did yoga on the beach and other locations around the North Shore of Oahu, creating an amazing, peaceful, and rejuvenating yoga experience!
Depending on the time of year, they adjust daytime activities to give the best Hawaiian experience.
In addition to amazing hospitality, the house only accepts up to 6 students at a time, allowing everyone to get great 1:1 practice with the instructor as well as get to know fellow yogis from all over the world!
Recommended by LeAnna from Well Traveled Nebraskan
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Power Yoga – Nice, France
If you are coming to Nice, France, check out Power Yoga up at the Chateau.
The classes are run by Berta, a native of Iceland, who is a qualified Yoga Alliance UK High Standard senior Yoga teacher. She has over 20 years of experience teaching yoga and fitness and works with all levels of experience. I highly recommend her courses.
You get yoga out in the open with a Mediterranean breeze and a fantastic view of the sea in a small group environment.
You can simply drop in, but send them a message beforehand, so they know you are coming. The fee is €10 which is donation-based for Children’s Aid, and you can rent a mat for €4 if you need it.
The session offers a perfect mixture of Power Yoga and Sophrology/Mindfulness and ends with meditation and relaxation.
Hours are typically Tuesdays and Saturdays at 09.30 am and you head up to the top of Castle Hill near the snack shop to meet the group. All levels are accepted, and the session is 60-70 minutes. Since it’s outside times and dates may change.
Enjoy! It’s lovely!
Recommended by Maureen from Life On The Mediterranean
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Yoga By The Sea – Roberts Creek, Canada
Image: Gemma Armit
A quick day trip from Vancouver will take you to the wonderful Sunshine Coast, B.C and one of your first stops should be the quirky town of Roberts Creek. Why? Because this is where the 60s hippies from Vancouver moved to and you definitely get that vibe as soon as you arrive.
Yoga lovers will want to check out Yoga By The Sea studio for a peaceful yet welcoming experience. The two studios (Moon and Sun) offer a variety of classes such as Hatha Flow, Iyengar, and Pilates.
Classes are small usually averaging around 5-10 participants. Beginners are welcome and there are stages classes available too.
There are also meditation classes timetabled if you need to clear the head and a therapist for massage bookings.
Both studios are fully equipped with clean mats, blocks, and pulls. How would I know? I used to be the cleaner! For volunteering my time I received access to free classes – that’s the vibe of Yoga By The Sea in Roberts Creek.
Recommended by Gemma from Two Scots Abroad
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Ryoho Wellness – Sydney, Australia
My favorite yoga studio, Ryoho Wellness, is found in a small alley in Sydney. Just a scruffy English facade but don’t be deceived about the magic happening here.
Ryoho, also known as Qi or Japanese yoga, goes hand in hand with zen-shiatsu therapy. Ryoho combines the five elements theory and meridian-based healing with Indian Hatha yoga and meditation.
The daily drop-in yoga classes focus on regular Western health issues such as lower back pain, female health, weight loss as well as advanced Hatha yoga. The goal in each class is to balance and strengthen the body by a combination of corrective exercises and asanas.
The teachers’ skills allow them to take the individual needs of the students into account. They are always happy to recommend personal yoga therapy especially for you. Talk to them after class!
For a strong health reboot, you can join a 5-day countryside retreat in the Hunter Valley. This involves yoga therapy aligned with a macrobiotic nutritional regime, all personalized and seasonal.
But don’t mistake this for a pampering retreat. Regaining your health is hard work! The results, though, are a treat!
Recommended by Eline from Headstand Nomad
Motsana Yoga – Maun, Botswana
Image: Larch Gauld
Motsana on the Shorobe Road in Maun, Botswana would not look out of place in a Mad Max movie, with its heavy construction, exposed metalwork, and futuristic feel.
The canopied building houses workshops, offices, and yoga and dance studios as well as a central coffee shop and eatery for casual dining.
Despite being upstairs, the yoga and dance studios on either side of the central staircase are large airy spaces with a soft breeze wafting through. There is plenty of space to spread out and yoga mats are provided in case you have not brought one with you.
The gentle lilting tones of Deborah Carter, the yoga instructor, guide you through her yoga classes which are held every Tuesday and Thursday evening.
Downstairs the iron chairs and benches are softened by oversized cushions in vibrant turquoise, green and purple prints. Delicious freshly made food makes it the ideal place to recover post-yoga.
Deborah can be found on Yoga Safari and also arranges combined safari and yoga tours in Botswana.
Recommended by Larch from The Silver Nomad
Ubud Yoga House – Bali, Indonesia
Image: Annelies De Gelas
A great place to practice yoga in Bali is Ubud Yoga House. It is located in Ubud and is a little off the beaten path. You can find Ubud Yoga House by taking the scenic Sari Organic Walk, which starts in the center of Ubud and leads you through an oasis of rice paddies and jungle away from the busy town center.
What differentiates this studio from other studios in Ubud is that it is a small and authentic place. Yoga classes are offered in small open-air studios overlooking the rice paddies and there’s only room for twelve yogis per class. It’s important to arrive in time to make sure you can secure a spot. Yoga mats are free to use.
Classes on offer are beginners classes and more advanced classes ranging from Hatha Vinyasa to more gentle styles. Ubud Yoga House also hosts Yoga Alliance certified teacher training courses on a regular basis for great prices including accommodation and breakfast.
Another thing that makes this yoga studio stand out is that it is a socially conscious enterprise. The founder, Sheila Burch, only employs Balinese yoga teachers and also supports the John Fawcett Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that provides free eye care and eye surgery to Indonesians in need that live near Ubud.
Recommended by Annelies from Travelers and Dreamers
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There you have it! From treehouses to spas, in the city or on the beach, these are the best places to practice yoga while traveling the world.
What’s your favorite yoga studio around the world? Share in the comments section below!
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Kippi says
Yoga 🧘♀️ is so relaxing. I am motivated to find a class!
Daniel Pugh says
Pity you didn’t go to South America! Izhcayluma Hosteria is easily the most beautiful yoga studio I have seen anywhere or the Pyramid on Mandango for its grounded energy and completely natural setting in Vilcabamba, Ecuador would certainly have made your list.
Liza says
I need to give Ushvani a go when I’m in London! My favourite studio so far has to be Hot Flow Yoga in Amsterdam. Nice classes and lovely teachers!
Tracy says
My daughter would love this article! She has been practicing Yoga now for several years. I tried to get her to teach me but I fear I am hopeless. I look at the lovely relaxing looking studios and just want to curl up and sleep 🙂 No self control at all.
Monique says
What a diverse list of yoga studios! Definitely saving this post in case I end up anywhere on the list 🙂
Gemma says
Big fan of yoga abroad. Helps combat the booze bloat!