Thinking of doing yoga in Singapore? Here, we share where you can go for private and group yoga classes in Singapore. Plus, we hear from yoga instructors from some of the top yoga studios in Singapore about why they love this low-impact workout. Now it’s time to roll out that mat and discover the many benefits of yoga!
Yoga studios in Singapore
Yoga Edition
With one of the widest arrays of yoga offerings around, Yoga Edition is a sanctuary for yoga practice here in Singapore. And, with a newly upgraded studio at Millenia Walk, there’s even more space for practitioners of all levels and interests to experience the full spectrum of monthly curated workshops and classes. There are over 50 different classes, in fact, from strength, mobility and rest and recovery yoga, to hot and warm yoga and special focus classes like Aerial Yoga, Pilates and one-to-one personal training with yoga instructors. Practitioners can also challenge themselves with more intermediate classes such as Arm Balances, Inversions and Backbends.
The monthly membership rate at Yoga Edition is $126 per month. Contact the studio for a complimentary trial class today at bit.ly/3RZXs4N.
Rajaraman Mohankumar, Lead Yoga Master, Yoga Edition
“Yoga is a perfect combination of ancient and modern wisdom, and my journey thus far has helped me to work on myself, gain confidence and increase perseverance. With 180 sessions conducted weekly, Yoga Edition is well placed to meet the needs of practitioners of all levels and interests as they explore the many benefits of yoga practice.
I also highly recommend Pilates, which offers the same benefits of yoga – including increased mobility, metabolism, immunity, blood pressure and flexibility, and improved posture – and is suitable for individuals of all ages or even those who might have injuries or medical conditions.”
Yoga Edition
#02-63 Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard
6733 9555 | yogaedition.sg
Yoga in the Park
Though it’s not a yoga studio in Singapore per se, Yoga in the Park offers yoga classes in the great outdoors! Created by Sheila, it combines strength-based movements and mindfulness – set to the calming sounds of nature. Each 75-minute session involves 60 minutes of yoga-based movements, plus a relaxing wind-down in the form of a 15-minute guided meditation. Classes are held at 7am Monday to Friday at the Singapore Botanic Gardens, and are open to yoga practitioners of all levels.
Sheila Chapman, Founder and yoga instructor, Yoga in the Park
“Yoga has many facets, and you can choose what to focus on in your practice. What I love most about it is the practice of mind and body coherence. When I practice yoga, I give myself time to connect deeply through movement and mindful awareness.
It’s a gift to have the opportunity to teach my brand of yoga, and to build a community of like-minded individuals who can come together every day to share their energy. Yoga in the Park is more than just yoga; it’s a support network of friends connected through movement and meditation, helping each other along this journey of self-awareness.”
Yoga in the Park
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Platinum Yoga
With over 30 different types of yoga, yoga fusion and Pilates classes to choose from, this studio’s got some major variety – we’re talking everything from Ashtanga, Vinyasa and Hatha Yoga to Yogalates, HIIT Yoga and fastpaced Rocket Yoga – seven days a week and across seven different locations, including Clementi and Marine Parade.
Sweatbox Yoga
Specialising in both hot yoga and regular yoga, Sweatbox Yoga’s got a great assortment of class offerings for all levels and abilities, across three studio locations (Bukit Timah, Orchard and Raffles Place). Hot Bikram and Hot Hatha are some of the sweat-inducing choices, while Yin Yang, Core Flow and Yogalates are among the eight non-hot yoga options. Even Pilates lovers can turn up the heat with the Inferno Hot Pilates class, which involves a reformer and high-temperature toning. The studio’s also got dedicated pre-natal and kids’ yoga classes, and a Barre workout class that blends Pilates, dance and functional fitness for a total-body burn.
TFX Pacific Plaza
TFX Pacific Plaza offers more than 30 different types of yoga and hot yoga classes, and over 40 classes of BOHY 90 (formerly known as Bikram Yoga) per week; from Flow, Hatha, Ashtanga and Dharma Yoga, as well as Yoga for Elderly, to rest and recovery-type classes such as Yoga Stretch, Yin Yoga and Muscle Tension Release, there’s a class for everybody. Special-focus classes include Yogalates and Pilates, Wheel, Core, Aerial and Wall Yoga (including the largest Wall Yoga facility in Southeast Asia!).
Rohit Mistry, Senior Yoga Instructor
“As I grow older, yoga has not only helped me become stronger and more flexible, but it has also given me the best tools to manage my mental health.
With four dedicated yoga studios, TFX Pacific Plaza offers a wide range of all-day classes. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner, you’ll definitely experience progress here. To strike a balance between the physical yang-style classes, we also offer a range of meditative yin-style classes that are more contemplative.
Our yoga instructors have been teaching at TFX Pacific Plaza for over a decade and through the years have built a strong student-mentor relationship, guiding everyone in their progressive pursuits to become better yoga practitioners.”
TFX Pacific Plaza
Levels 4 and 5, Pacific Plaza, 9 Scotts Road
6733 9555 | tfx.sg/clubs/tfx-mind-body
What are the benefits of yoga?
There are countless benefits of yoga for your body and mind. So, now that you’ve got our list of go-to yoga studios in Singapore, here’s why you should give yoga a try.
It’s for anyone
One of the key benefits of yoga is that you can do it at any age or stage. It’s well known to improve bone density, balance, flexibility and core strength, and can help with back pain, circulatory health and even help relieve menstrual cramps! So, whether you’re a certified human pretzel or can barely reach your ankles, yoga is for you.
It improves your fitness
Yoga helps with balance, flexibility, strength, toning and keeping trim.
It’s a natural mood booster
Whether you’re doing it in a big group, with a few friends or alone with a private yoga instructor, taking regular yoga classes has been proven to help lift depression, lessen anxiety and relieve stress.
Yoga in Singapore – 8 different types
Wondering which types of yoga classes in Singapore to try? There are many different types! Some yoga studios in Singapore may offer one style while others may offer multiple styles. But, no matter which style you choose, you’re bound to reap the health benefits of yoga. Here’s a quick guide to different types of yoga.
#1 Hatha yoga
Often a gentler class, hatha yoga concentrates on holding asanas (poses), physical alignment and balance. It doesn’t have flow between poses and can also include breathing exercises (pranayama) and meditation.
#2 Iyengar yoga
Named after its developer, B.K.S. Iyengar, this is a form of hatha yoga that emphasises detail, precision and alignment to promote strength, mobility and stability.
#3 Yin yoga
Targeting the deep connective tissues and the muscle fascia, yin yoga aims to help regulate the flow of energy in the body. Poses are more passive, and mainly done on the floor.
#4 Ashtanga yoga
One of the more vigorous styles, Ashtanga yoga includes a series of poses that are each held for just five breaths. To keep up the pace, you do a half sun salutation between poses.
#5 Mysore style
This sub-category of Ashtanga yoga is both traditional and safe. It’s taught one-to-one, but practised in a group setting. Students arrive as they please within a three-hour period.
#6 Vinyasa flow
Also called flow yoga or dynamic yoga, classes flow from pose to pose without pause, giving students a good workout. It’s a good idea to take a few slower classes first to become familiar with the poses.
#7 Kundalini yoga
Perhaps the most comprehensive of yoga traditions, kundalini combines meditation, mantra, asanas and dynamic breathing. It’s a practice that is both physical and spiritual.
#8 Bikram yoga
Until you’ve tried this, you haven’t really sweated. In a studio heated to 41°C, 26 poses are performed in the same order each time. Strengthening and stretching, it also facilitates the release of toxins.
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