Big Apple Yoga
Yoga is yoga wherever you go. Whether you're in New York or Paris, the principles and methods of yoga don't change. This is exactly why Big Apple Yoga still works so well even in Paris. Name after the famous city itself, the aim of Big Apple Yoga is to transport the enthusiasm of the yogi community from New York to that of Paris. Here, it's not just a group of fitness freaks aiming to look trimmer by the end of every session. It's actually a community of yogis who understand what yoga means way beyond the physical benefits it brings.
Le Tigre
Ask any yogi in Paris and he/she will tell you that the most popular yoga studio in the city is "Le Tigre." Now, it's practically ironic that the place would name itself after one of the most aggressive species in the animal kingdom but the main core here is all about strength. And that's what this studio is all about. That through the power of yoga, you're able to enhance your inner and outer strength to their fullest potentials. In fact, they even enthuse this unto younger yogis in their ‘Le Mini Tigre Yoga Club.' In the end, this is what the exercise is all about.
Lululemon
Practically every yogi knows about Lululemon. It's practically the go-to brand for clothes specifically made for this exercise. But did you know that the Lululemon stores in Paris also offer free yoga classes? Every Friday, a number of Lululemon stores throughout the French capital offer beginner lessons for those who want to get into the exercise but are intimidated to join what many may perceive as more legit studios. But don't get it twisted, the stuff they teach here are similar to those other studios. And the best part? They're free! It's just the high-quality athleisure here that's not!
Optimystic Movement
People often forget that yoga is as much a mental exercise as it is a physical one. It helps you calm your mind as you stretch out your body to relax it. So it's no surprise that some studios in Paris take it up a notch. Here in Optimystic Movement, for example, which has become so successful they've set up multiple studios throughout the city, they not only teach the exercise, they motivate you as well. They provide an inspiring and safe space for those who want to let yoga transform them into better people, both inside and out!
Paris Yoga Shala
The Champs-Elysées is undoubtedly one of the most famous, if not the most famous areas in Paris. From having a nice French breakfast in a beautiful cafe to finding the perfect spot to read a beautiful novel, there are so many things to do around here. But, ironically enough, even if it's a tourist-magnet, this is also where you'll find arguably the most peaceful studio in all of the French capital: Paris Yoga Shala. Here, all you'll hear are nature sounds and soft bells to tell you that it's time to change positions. If you're not careful, you might even doze off!
The Yoga Factory
Yoga is relaxing, peaceful, and oftentimes, inspiring. But did you know that it can also be hot? And by hot, this means 28 degrees Celsius! This may sound too stressful, but in fact, it's actually an interesting, effective, and similarly relaxing type of yoga. In Paris, you can do this in The Yoga Factory along Rue des Filles du Calvaire RDC. Part of the main goal of doing yoga here in the medium-heat is to train you to do all sorts of poses and positions without getting distracted from the room's temperature. Once you achieve that, you'll be an advanced yogi!
If there's one exercise you can and should do in Paris, it's yoga! Fortunately, even if you don't know a speck of French, a good number of studios here hold English classes! They're worth your while in pushing you to become better, both physically and mentally!
