Once a niche wellness practice associated with free spirits and alternative lifestyles, over the last decade yoga has gone mainstream in a big way. With online sensations like Yoga With Adrienne highlighting the benefits of sun salutations to the masses, few and far between are the London gyms and fitness studios that don’t offer some form of yoga class. Whether your preferred form of yoga is an active vinyasa flow or you simply like to unwind with some gentle yin yoga at the end of a long day, the capital’s top studios have got something for everyone. Here are the best yoga classes in London.

East of Eden, Walthamstow

Founded by Abby McLachlan in 2013, East of Eden started life as a small neighbourhood yoga studio in Walthamstow, quickly becoming so popular that, within the span of just a few years, it went from offering 19 classes a week to over 100. Today attendees can choose from a variety of in-person and online yoga and Pilates classes, including hatha, vinyasa and iyengar yoga, reformer, mat and power Pilates and barre, while East of Eden can regularly be found popping up for memorable classes at the likes of the Natural History Museum, Barbican and Wilderness festival. There are also classes suitable for children, teens and pregnancy, alongside meditation and sound therapy sessions. After class, stop by the chic cafe for Wood St coffee, smoothies, kombucha and vegan snacks.

From £14 per class, visit eastofeden.uk

Indaba Yoga, Marylebone

Taking its name from the ancient African term for ‘gathering’, Indaba prides itself on offering classes that are welcoming, uplifting and energising for students of all levels. Tucked away down a quiet street in Marylebone, its light-filled studio offers an array of classes covering no fewer than 20 disciplines of yoga, meditation and Pilates, so whether you’re in need of a revitalising power flow or some easy yin yoga, there’s something for everyone.

If you’re looking to take your practice to the next level, Indaba’s regular series of retreats and workshops are designed to educate attendees in the principles of yoga, develop specific skills and postures and take guests out of their comfort zones in locations such as the New Forest and Goa. Really can’t get enough yoga? Indaba is a Yoga Alliance-approved teacher training centre with 40-, 50- and 200-hour courses on offer.

From £16 per class, visit indabayoga.com

Bodyism, Notting Hill

Built around a philosophy of promoting fitness for the heart, mind, body and soul through proper mindset, nutrition, movement and sleep, yoga is at the heart of Bodyism’s wellness concept, situated on Westbourne Grove in Notting Hill. Available in either group or one-on-one sessions, as well as its challenging take on a classic yoga flow, yoga principles are also evident in the Bodyism Signature class (which also incorporates interval training, yoga, meditation and stretching for the ultimate workout).

For a less traditional yoga workout, book the Yoga Tone class. Described by the studio as ‘energetic and powerful’, the session blends yoga sequences with isometric exercises (small movements designed to target specific muscle groups) to help create a lean physique and improve both mental and physical health. And, for after your workout? There’s a chic changing room stocked with Wildsmith Skincare products and a stylish cafe serving up all the vegan, vegetarian, dairy- and gluten-free treats your heart desires.

Membership prices on application, visit bodyism.com

A Fine Balance, Upminster

Founded in 2017 by Hannah Noble after she suffered burnout at her corporate job, A Fine Balance is designed to offer individuals the health benefits of yoga, as well as cater to businesses trying to promote employee wellbeing through wellness initiatives. Its daily yoga, meditation and wellness classes are available as live streams, in-studio or on demand, while its regular workshops and courses can also be done virtually for those not living near the Upminster gym.

With yoga being the main focus here, A Fine Balance is able to offer one of the most varied line-ups of yoga classes in the capital. Get your day off to a great start with a morning yoga flow, release tension with a classic hatha class or enjoy the benefits of sound healing at a Flow and Sound yoga class. There are also combined slow flow and meditation sessions for when you need something a little more gentle, pregnancy yoga tailored to the specific needs of expectant mothers and yin yoga for those looking for a meditative hour away from modern life.

From £15 per class, visit afinebalance.me

KX, Chelsea

Possibly London’s most exclusive gym (members reportedly include Kylie, Gwyneth Platrow and Laura Bailey), KX positions itself not as a gym, but as a private members' club with a wellness focus. The upshot is that, as well as a high-tech gym and regular fitness classes, KX is also home to a seasonal, sustainably-minded restaurant, that offers Sirtfood, intermittent fasting and KX20 packages, and a full spa with treatments from LaserGenesis, CoolSculpting and some of London’s leading nutritional medicine experts, beauty therapists and clinical masseuses.

When it comes to yoga, three class options are available. Led by vinyasa and hatha yoga expert Mira Khreino, opt for vinyasa flow if you’re looking for a familiar class designed to help sculpt and tone the body. Yin yoga, meanwhile, takes things at a slower pace, holding less challenging poses for longer periods of time to improve flexibility and increase circulation to the joints. Finally, KX also offers yoga sleep classes, which combine elements of hatha and nidra yoga to focus on body position, breathing and restorative poses to promote a peaceful night’s rest.

Membership from £615 per month plus joining fees, visit kxlife.co.uk

BXR, Marylebone, City and Canary Wharf

With a flagship members-only gym in Marylebone, as well as pay-to-train Sweat by BXR studios in Marylebone, the City and Canary Wharf, BXR is a great option for yogis who need a flexible club that fits in with their lifestyle. While founded as a modern take on a classic boxing studio, BXR also does a great range of yoga classes, including power yoga (based on vinyasa and ashtanga flows), yoga sculpt, and dynamic vinyasa flow. Great when combined with BXR’s extensive range of workouts, including boxing, Pilates, barre, Versaclimbing and strength and conditioning. Depending on your location you can also enjoy use of steam rooms, state-of-the-art changing rooms and a club lounge.

BXR membership on request, visit bxrlondon.com

Bamford Brompton Cross, South Kensington

Set in South Kensington, Bamford Brompton Cross is the only standalone Bamford Haybarn Spa outside of the Cotswolds and home to London’s most beautiful yoga, Pilates and meditation studio. Stretch out beneath a skylight window, amid candles, white furnishings and a dramatic tree bark sculpture. Top off your yoga class by booking a facial, massage or reflexology session in the cocooning spa, nestled in the basement.

From £30 per class, visit bamford.com

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