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Yoga classes to try in London

Yoga can offer ways to work on strength, balance and mobility. This selection comes from the historical London article and is a starting point for exploring styles, not a current booking guide. Confirm that a provider and class still operate, and check location, price and suitability directly.

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The flexible studio option

MoreYoga offers yoga and Pilates across its studio network. The original article highlighted an accessible, no-fuss approach. Use the current studio finder and timetable to choose a nearby class and a level that suits your experience.

The beginner’s one

Located at Honor Oak Wellness Rooms in South East London, this 3 hour yoga for beginner’s workshop promises to teach you all of the basic yoga poses, including simple breathing techniques and guided meditation. If you’re brand new to yoga, or would like to build up your confidence before joining a regular class, this course could be a good option. Available to book through Obby, the learning marketplace. www.obby.co.uk

The retreat idea

the original article featured an urban retreat with Stephen Marks, combining yoga, guided meditation and other relaxation activities. Its dated September event is not a current offer. If the format appeals to you, look for a current programme and ask about the schedule, qualifications and what is included before booking.

The multi-sensory one

Based in Aldgate, FLY LDN is a multi-sensory yoga experience, complete with spine tingling playlists and cinematic visuals. Classes utilise traditional vinyasa sequences and are said to complement traditional strength training and fitness principles. If this sounds like the class for you, ease in gently with a Base Flow or Slow Flow class, progressing to Flow Life with its more dynamic sequences. www.flyldn.co.uk

The hot pod one

With classes in Notting Hill, Brixton, South Wimbledon and Hackney, Hotpod Yoga is just like it sounds- around 20 people in an inflatable cocoon like pod heated to 37 degrees, complete with muted purple lighting and urban chill tunes. Classes have roots in vinyasa flow where breathing is synchronised with a dynamic flow of movements. The heat is said to aid flexibility and movement whilst making the heart work that bit harder. www.hotpodyoga.com

Pregnancy yoga

the original selection included a Black Cat Yoga class in Brixton. Availability and venue need checking. During pregnancy, choose a suitably qualified teacher and discuss appropriate activity with your maternity care team where needed. A general article cannot determine when a particular class is suitable for you.

Check current programmes directly with the providers.

Sources and further reading

The editorial corrections draw on the following public-health guidance.

Sources and editorial notes

Based on the historical article by Keith McNiven. GYMSIDER has retained suitable original passages, revised outdated or unsupported statements and aligned the English and German editions. The editorial revisions are by GYMSIDER; the original author has not reviewed them.

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