Close your eyes and imagine you are heading into a downward dog pose, the sounds of waves against the shore filling your ears and the morning sun warming your skin. Now, open your eyes and stop imagining. You can actually make it happen. 

Year-rounders sometimes take the beach for granted. It can be a hassle to get to and is frequently busy with tourists. So, why not give yourself a reason to head to the place that probably drew you down here to begin with?

Beach yoga has been trendy over the last few years, with studios offering classes all along the Gulf coast. Fees are generally $10-$25 for a session (or just a donation in some cases). Just make sure you’re not forgetting to bring a towel, yoga mat, sunscreen and water. And definitely check schedules, because locations and frequency tend to change after season. 

Bonita Springs

Yes! Yoga

Location: Bonita Beach

yesyogafitness.com

Cape Coral 

Florida Yoga Academy

Location: Cape Coral Yacht Club

floridayogacademy.com 

Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Beach Yoga

Location: Near Newton Beach Park

fortmyersbeachyoga.com

Becky Lang Fitness

Location: Near Edison Beach Hotel

beckylangfitness.wordpress.com

Marco Island 

Marco Island Yoga

Location: South Beach

(Search “Marco Island Yoga” on Facebook)

Naples 

Donation Yoga Naples

Locations: Lowdermilk Beach, Miramar Beach, 18th Avenue South Beach

donationyoganaples.com

Lo’s Yoga

Location: Vanderbilt Beach

losyoganaples.com

Naples Beach Yoga

Locations: Lowdermilk Beach, 8th Avenue South Beach

naplesbeachyoga.net

Thai Chi, Yoga and the Healing Arts 

Private sunset sessions

karenmcneil.net

Sanibel/Capitva

Ambu Yoga

Location: Captiva public beach

ambuyoga.com