We all vacation differently. Some of us may like to pack in the action, while others prefer to lay low. No matter what your vacation style is, yoga offers a great balance between activity and relaxation, and few places are more scenic than San Juan Island to find your zen. Check out all your options for yoga studios and spots during your upcoming visit:
1. The Studio
The Studio is located downtown Friday Harbor on San Juan Island and offers a wide variety of yoga classes for all ages and levels of experience. Classes range from Yoga Stretch, PiYo, Yoga over 50, Back to Fitness, Meditation, Bootie Camp Yoga, & Yoga Balance. (Not to mention their other classes in Pilates, Barre, Bosu, etc.) Don’t miss this chance while you’re here!
For rates, information and class schedules, visit http://www.thestudio.com.
2. San Juan County Park
3. Alchemy Art Center
Thursdays are Vinyasa Yoga with Sara. This active and invigoration yoga class offers the tradition of Vinyasa flow, seamlessly moving through yoga positions guided by breath.
Sundays are Hatha Yoga with Grace. Intentional Yoga to create awareness of the body and mind through breath, movement, and meditation. Subject to change based on season, check with staff before to confirm classes!
For more information email: Alchemyartcenter@gmail.com or call 360-622-8581.
4. Reuben Tarte Park
Reuben Tarte Park on the Northeast side of the island offers two small pebbly beaches separated by a rock bluff. The park looks out at Saturna, Flattop, Waldron, Sucia and Orcas Islands. To get there take Roche Harbor Road from town, turn right on Rouleau Road, turn right on Limestone Point Road, right on San Juan Drive and watch for the “Beach Access” sign at the parking turn-out on the left. Before you know it, you’ll find yourself in an upward dog in your own little slice of paradise.
5. San Juan Island Fitness
For rates, information and class schedules, visit: http://www.sanjuanislandfitness.com/.
6. Alter Movement Studio
7. Island Soul Studios, LLC
8. Orcas Mandala Yoga & Bodywork Studio
Before leaving the San Juans, you’ll want to check out Orcas Island! Orcas Mandala is Orcas Island’s premiere Yoga & Bodywork Studio located in the heart of Eastsound. Study with inspiring, compassionate Certified Instructors in a variety of yoga styles. We offer both Private Yoga and Bodywork Sessions tailored to your needs. Deepen your personal practice or inspire your vacation, wedding, or event with a specialized yoga or bodywork session.
For rates, information and class schedules, visit: http://www.orcasmandala.com/yoga/.
9. Anahata Yoga
Want to check our Lopez Island? Anahata is the 4th chakra in the Indian kundalini system of 7 chakras. Chakra literally means wheel of energy. Anahata means Heart. This wheel of energy around the heart can be increased with the practice of yoga and breathing awareness bringing mindfulness to balance, compassion and loving kindness. We at Anahata Yoga Circle are committed to creating a safe approach to practicing yoga. Teachers with years of experience and training in the Iyengar method of yoga provide a welcoming, supportive, and knowledgeable environment while encouraging self exploration and growth through the yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditation.
For rates, information and class schedules, visit: http://anahatayogacircle.com/classes.html.
10. Lime Kiln Park
Relaxed, yet? We hope so. If relaxation is your name, San Juan Island is your game. Soak in some rays or find your zen in a local studio, then return to your comfortable suite, cottage or guest room at the Tucker House Inn and kick your feet up. We’ll see you soon!
