Guernsey is a haven for those looking to relax and reconnect with nature. And the perfect place to reconnect with your mind and body too.
Yoga is the perfect practice for travelling as you don’t require any equipment or special clothing to be able to do it. Yoga retreats are also becoming more and more popular, so there are many ways to enjoy a wellness break on The Islands of Guernsey. When visiting our Islands, many hotels offer yoga classes in their gym or can advise of local classes nearby. You can even come and take part in one of the many yoga retreats available throughout the year.
Here are your options for yoga on the Islands of Guernsey:
Yoga Classes at Hotels in Guernsey
Many of the hotels have yoga classes taught by local teachers. St Pierre Park Hotel has a gym and spa that offers yoga classes. The OGH also has a class timetable in their Revolution health suite that includes yoga. Both have spas to pop into afterwards and continue your relaxing experience. Fermain Valley Hotel have even recently completed a beautifully tranquil yoga house to practice in.
Yoga Studios in Guernsey
If you want to join in with a yoga studio community during your time in Guernsey visit All About Yoga Studio. Owner Megan has expanded her practice and business on the island after years of packed yoga classes. A variety of instructors offer classes from vinyasa flow, postnatal yoga, meditation classes to forest inspired and yin practices. With daily classes of varying levels, they are welcoming to all. The studio is along the seafront at - perfect for popping in before heading for a coffee in a nearby cafe.
At Hot Yoga Guernsey, all levels of experience are welcome to come and discover the benefits of heat in yoga, which is said to improve postures, promote detox and avoid injury or strain as muscles are warmer. Practices take place in the parish of St Peter's, great for those staying out of town.
Take a flow in nature
If you are staying in self-catering accommodation in one of the parishes, yoga also pops up on community halls across the islands. Over the summer months, local instructors host early morning yoga sessions at various beachside locations, such as Jerbourg Point, Cobo Bay and Port Soif. For a small price, you can experience the warmth of the rising sun and the nourishing effects of an hour’s yoga. Most announce the classes as Facebook events, so make sure you check listings during your trip to the Islands, or visit the website of local teachers such as Katie from Yoga Elements and Emma from BeInspired.
Yoga on the Smaller Guernsey Islands
Alderney: yogAlderney is run by a passionately curious local who hosts classes on the island a few times a week. Keep an eye on Clare’s Instagram Page to confirm times during your visit to the island.
Sark Island: Sark has their own yoga teacher who runs classes twice a week at the Island Hall. Sark is a pretty peaceful place in itself but the island boasts their own yoga teacher who runs classes twice a week at the Island Hall for those who want to join the locals for an island flow. Check their Facebook Page for class times.
Yoga Retreats on The Islands of Guernsey
A few of the Guernsey-based teachers run retreats on the other islands, such as Herm & Sark. It’s the perfect way to combine exploration with wellness. Many include other treatments, classes and experiences such as a nutrition consultation, reiki, massages, guided runs & walks and more. The events are hugely popular so be sure to keep an eye out for them on Herm.com and Sark.co.uk, as they sell out quickly with locals and tourists alike!
Want to practice yoga from the Islands of Guernsey from a distance?
- Emma from Beinspired has a huge number of free online yoga classes and courses for you to enjoy, from Yoga for Anxiety to Children's Yoga.
- Alice from AliceYoga also offers on demand and live remote classes as well as online memberships.
- You can also find online classes with Sophie from Lifestyle Yoga ranging from Sports Yoga, Hatha Yoga and Yogalates.
- YogaElements also share online classes as well an an on demand package, so you can practise whenever and wherever you like.
