Where to do Yoga in Tulum: Top 10 Tulum Yoga Studios
Yoga is at the heart of many places in Tulum. There’s something about that organic, island vibe that draws people to the meditative practice. That’s why it shouldn’t surprise that many people come to the Riviera Maya for the sole purpose of joining one of the Tulum wellness retreats. If you’ve spent a few days here, you can understand why… it can be a perfect setting to disconnect and relax. Whether or not you’ve ever tried yoga in your life, you should definitely get to a class while in the destination, there’s sure to be a few Tulum yoga hotels within walking or biking distance from you.
After trying a handful of classes in Tulum, we’ve put together our recommendations alongside those of our yoga-loving friends and fellow instructors:
Holistika. If you’re looking for the place with the most variety of Tulum yoga classes, head to Holistika in the jungle of La Veleta. Their styles range from Ashtanga to Vinyasa, as well as other mind-body practices and off-the-radar experiences like Tuning Fork Sound Meditation or Nei Qi Gong. They also have daily workshops like Hula-hoop, Capoeira, Reiki Sound Healing… the list is exhaustive. Located in La Valeta, Holistika is worth the trip from Aldea Zama or the Hotel Zone. Stay after class for a bite to eat at their vegan restaurant, Tierra. holistika tulum yoga price are usually around MXN$250.
Amansala. Amansala is known as one of the original Tulum hotels with yoga. An authentic and long-standing establishment, the resort is focused on health and wellness. Their yoga and Pilates instructors specialize in a range of styles, having trained and taught all over the world from Asia and Australia to the Americas. Amansala’s owner Melissa Perlman created a program called Bikini Bootcamp, and every week groups come down to spend six days of classes, healthy food, massages, and rituals, etc. Amansala has four fully equipped yoga shalas and also offer fitness and dance classes including Afrobeat Aerobics, Salsa Dancing, HIIT, circuit training, Wim Hof breathwork (ice baths on weekends!), and more. You can view their schedule here; yoga classes from US$20 and fitness/dance from US$35. More on Amansala.
Om Collective Tulum. This spot in town is a grassroots venue for long-staying visitors or residents in Tulum. If you’re looking to connect with the local yoga community in a humble space, it’s worth signing up for one of their sessions, some of which are donation-based. They have daily classes from Monday to Sunday at 8am, 10am, 6pm and 8pm. Their updated schedule is on Instagram - check their stories and highlights. instagram.com/om.collective.tulum/
Be Tulum x Yäan Wellness Sanctuary. Home to Tulum’s tree top yoga studio overlooking the jungle canopy, Yäan offers varying styles of yoga everyday from Hatha to Vinyasa flow. Their 75-minute yoga en Tulum classes are held daily at 10am, suited for all levels. They also hold Sound Journeys every Thursday at 5:00pm as well as Biodynamic Breathwork every Friday at 5:00pm.
Zenses Resort. This yoga retreat Tulum center in town holds classes every morning at 8:30am; non-guests need to book one day before at US$8 per session. Their Tulum yoga retreats incorporate several modalities from healing and therapeutic to power and pranayama.
We hope our list has narrowed down the options for your yoga getaway! Bear in mind, this is by no means an exhaustive list of all there is to offer in Riviera Maya; we’ve just highlighted some of the more renowned spots to practice. Other studios you can add to your list include: Tribal Tulum, Phoenix Studio , Tulum Yoga School, Jungle Yoga Tulum, La Casa Surya Freediving & Yoga School, Studio Sol, Sonido del mar, Studio One, and Alumbra.
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