Cutting edge yoga studios are on the rise all over the world and Miami is no exception. In fact, some of the country’s most sought after instructors teach along our fair beaches. Over the past couple of years Miami’s yoga scene has experienced a major growth spurt and it shows no signs of slowing down in 2017. Here are the top studios to lay down your mat this year.Green MonkeyGreen Monkey is Miami’s quintessential yoga studio. With locations in Miami Beach and Coral Gables, Green Monkey is a go-to for Miamians who want to practice vinyasa flow or power yoga in a sleek studio setting.Miami Life CenterMiami Life Center is a first-rate Ashtanga studio located in the heart of Miami Beach. Co-founder Kino McGregor’s vibrant smile and bendy poses showcased on her Instagram feed have helped bring this studio into the national spotlight. Keep in mind that Ashtanga is a vigorous tradition that doesn’t tickle everyone’s fancy.[caption id="attachment_1472" align="alignnone" width="1000"]
Tropical Vinyasa Miami Beach[/caption]Tropical VinyasaMiami Beach’s newest yoga studio founded by Amy Dannheim and legendary Miami Beach Yoga instructor, Paul Toliuszis, is on the tip of everyone’s tongue. Between their beautiful space in Sunset Harbor, leading local teachers and light hearted events, Tropical Vinyasa is not to be missed.Om MovementLocal favorite and Lululemon ambassador Pablo Lucero recently opened up this studio in Coconut Grove. Pablo’s unique Alignment Based Power Yoga style and charismatic presence will keep you coming back for more.Yoga at The FreehandBeachfront asana is a must when living in / visiting beautiful Miami. Super hip restaurant / bar / hotel The Freehand offers yoga on the beach each Saturday to guests and non-guests alike.Love Life WellnessMore than just a yoga studio, this Wynwood favorite is a wellness center that serves up some of the city’s best yoga alongside delicious café selections, compelling workshops, massage treatments and more.Standard SpaEscape to this island haven for sunrise or SUP yoga. Post-class indulge in a massage or spa treatment or day at the hamam at The Standard Spa.[caption id="attachment_1473" align="alignnone" width="2048"]
Inhale Miami[/caption]Inhale MiamiOne of Miami’s newer yoga studios, Inhale offers an atmosphere of serenity and reprieve combined with a vibrant lineup of classes that range from Kundalini to Soulmix – a lively practice alongside a live DJ.TRIOLocals gush about the top-notch teachers at this Edgewater studio. Book a simple flow class or spice things up by trying a Kirtan Vinyasa, Jivamukti or AcroYoga class.AyamaFounder Mano (Mariano) Ardissone is North Miami’s yoga darling. Mano has background in Chinese Medical QiGong, is a Reiki master and has trained with some of the world’s most highly regarded yogis. His classes tend to offer a more in-depth yoga experience.BudokonCameron Shayne’s Budokon blends the movements of yoga with the those of traditional martial arts. The resulting mixed movement arts class will push your limits – both mentally and physically.