Spring is around the corner, and with it comes the return of outdoor yoga opportunities — one of my favorite parts of the year! Many of my students ask me: “Should I practice at the beach or in the studio?” Let’s break it down together so you can choose the best class for you.

Benefits of Beach Yoga

Practicing by the water is such a gift:
🌊 Nature’s soundtrack: The calming sound of waves helps you relax deeply.
☀️ Vitamin D boost: Safely soaking in the sun supports mood and energy.
🌿 Grounding: Feeling your feet in the sand connects you to the earth in a powerful, mindful way.
🌀 Challenge your balance: The shifting sand adds a fun challenge to poses and builds strength in new ways.

Benefits of Studio Yoga

Indoor classes offer a cozy, predictable setting:
🌸 Consistent temperature: No worries about wind, rain, or chilly mornings.
🧘‍♀️ Fewer distractions: You might find it easier to focus and go inward.
✨ Props & equipment: Studios often have blocks, straps, and bolsters for extra support.
🌼 Community: You may feel more connected to other students when you practice in a familiar space each week.

How to Choose?

Here are a few questions to guide you:

• Do you feel energized outdoors, or do you crave a steady environment?
• Do you enjoy a challenge, or do you prefer consistency?
• Are you hoping to build community in a local class, or soak up a peaceful lakeside breeze?
  

The beautiful thing is — you don’t have to choose just one! Many students love mixing it up, enjoying studio yoga through the winter and taking advantage of outdoor classes in the warmer months. Wherever you lay down your mat, know that your practice is yours, and you can choose what serves you best right now.

Ready to explore both? We meet on the Beach again starting in June! Check my schedule — I’d love to meet you on the mat, whether it’s indoors or under the sun. 🌞

XO, Christie🩵