
Hence, there are no levels or degrees of difficultly.

This studio thrives on the idea that yoga class is what you make it. Given the name, you likely don't need much explanation for what "Yoga to the People" is all about. Photo Caption: Jivamukti's space is a combination vegan cafe, boutique, and yoga school. Browse the extensive listings at YogaCity NYC ( for more studios, classes, events, and workshops. Yoga chains with outlets in New York include Bikram Yoga ( Pure Yoga ( and YogaWorks ( all popular studios that feature some of the city's most sought-after teachers. All these studios have mats available for rent, so there's no need to lug one on the plane with you. So either arrive early, or go during an off hour. In all these studios, classes are packed on weekdays after work and weekends before brunch (another important New York institution). Most of these studios offer one-time-only discounts to new students. The classes listed here range from soothing to intense. If you're still unconvinced, the largest yoga gathering in the world - 10,000 yogis - will take place on the Great Lawn of Central Park on June 22.įrom vinyasa to doga (yoga for dogs), you can find every conceivable style of yoga in New York City.

Compare that to about 170 Starbucks locations in New York City, and you can start to understand the importance of yoga to the city's stressed-out residents.

New York City alone has about 300 yoga studios, according to Brette Popper, publisher of YogaCity NYC ( That number, which is primarily concentrated in Manhattan, doesn't include yoga in gyms or community centers. When you're on the road, you could stick with the hotel gym, or you can join a local yoga class for an insider's look at a city.
