It can take a miracle to drag ourselves away from the couch, but yoga can be an easy way to slip back into an active routine.
Yoga remains one of the fastest-growing relaxation and flexibility techniques that develops strength of body as well as mind and is doable at any fitness level.
Here is a list of some of Milwaukee's yoga hot spots:
Art and Soul Gallery
5708 W. Vliet St., (414) 774-4185
artsoul-gallery.com
Doubling as an art gallery and yoga studio, Art and Soul offers a variety of yoga and Pilates classes, as well as several yoga spa days. Call for times and schedule.
Bodywork
1502 Underwood Ave., Wauwatosa, (414) 259-8150
Yoga instructor and massage therapist Mark Sternig offers yoga classes in a blend of styles and techniques. Classes focus on the individual's journey and quality of experience. Classes are offered weekly.
Body Mechanics
807 N. Jefferson St., Milwaukee, (414) 229-8219
1177 Quail Court, Suite 200, Pewaukee, (262) 695-3057
bmechanics.com
With two metropolitan locations, this full service fitness resource offers physical therapy, personal training, massage and yoga, with a focus on a whole-body approach to individual physical wellness.
BrewCity Yoga
408 W Florida St., Milwaukee, (414) 375-9642
brewcityyoga.com
Enjoy a warm, calming, and inviting environment where all are comfortable to explore their practice at BrewCity Yoga in Walker's Point.
Center for Yoga
7810 Harwood Ave., Wauwatosa, (414) 476-1718
acenterforyoga.com
The Center for Yoga in Wauwatosa has served the yoga and meditation needs of the Milwaukee area for 30 years. With flexible classes and accredited staff, the Center for Yoga is a Milwaukee favorite.
Core Concepts
241 N. Broadway, (414) 277-7712
coreconcepts-pilates.com
An innovative wellness studio specializing in classical Pilates, yoga, nutrition consultation, physical therapy and massage therapy. Yoga classes are a mix of Iyengar, Vinyasa, Anusara and Hatha.
Core Essence Yoga
1437 E. Brady St., (414) 277-7020
coreessenceyoga.com
Focusing on unity of breath, spirit, and body, Core Essence offers varied classes like Power Vinyasa and Follow the Yogi in heated rooms to increase strength and flexibility. See the website for class schedule and details.
FYB (Feel Your Best)
10936 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon, (262) 241-8796
feelyourbest.com
This yoga training facility offers classes in a blend of yoga styles and techniques. Check the Web site for class schedules as well as training and certification workshops.
Get Hot Yoga
1417 N Wauwatosa Ave Ste 202, Wauwatosa, (630) 254-9491
gethotyoga.com
Tosa got hot this past January when Get Hot Yoga opened. Warm up with a number of classes.
Haleybird Studios
9207 W. Center St., Wauwatosa, (414) 303-4411
haleybirdstudios.com
Offers weekly classes in Vinyasa yoga, pilates, tai chi and music instruction. This studio has weekly events and specials so check the website for updated information.
Health and Power Yoga Studio
321 N. Broadway, (414) 334-1023
healthandpower.net
Owned and operated by Stan Kononov, yoga instructor and massage therapist, Health and Power Yoga Studio seeks to restore personal wellness and strength through the practice of Hatha yoga. Class sizes are kept small for increased individual attention. See website for schedule and details.
Himalayan Yoga & Meditation
5000 W. Vliet St., (414) 454-0500
himalayanyogamilwaukee.org
Founded in 1971 by Nina Johnson, this yoga studio imparts the traditional yoga-meditation techniques as taught by the sages of the Himalayas. They offer a range of classes in hatha yoga, meditation, wellness and yoga philosophy for students of all ages and levels of study.
Hot Yoga Milwaukee
2084 N. Commerce St., (414) 264-9642
17800 W. Bluemound Rd. (262) 439-9020
yogamke.com
In 2009 Bron Gacki opened Wisconsin's first studio dedicated completely to bikram yoga, which is a form of Hatha yoga (what we know as physical yoga) done in a room heated to 105 degrees with 40 percent humidity. The instructor guides you through 26 stretching postures and breathing exercises while you bend, contort and sweat – a lot.
Inner Divinity
2328 N. Holton Ave., (414) 372-1507
innerdivinityyoga.com
Join instructor, Theresa Reed in this small studio for weekly classes in Hatha yoga and stress relief. Inner Divinity focuses on the wellbeing of the student and specializes in accomodating all levels of fitness and comfort.
Invivo
2060 N Humboldt Ave., (414) 265-5606
invivowellness.com
Invivo offers various levels and styles of yoga classes including Hatha, Vinyassa Flow, Sun Salutations and Prenatal Yoga. Other classes offered are Pilates, Circuit Club and seasonal classes such as Outdoor Action and Yin-Yang on the Roof.
Milwaukee Power Yoga
1924 N. Farwell Ave., (414) 731-1550
milwaukeepoweryoga.com
Milwaukee Power Yoga is the first yoga studio in the city that’s dedicated to hot Vinyasa flow. Their classes combine heat, music, breath and movement that will leave you invigorated. Classes are available for all level of students.
Milwaukee Yoga Center
3805 & 3514 N. Oakland Ave., (414) 332-3551
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Run by certified Iyengar instructors with two fully equipped studios. Classes range from Introductory to Advanced, with a variety of specialty classes as well as workshops with nationally-acclaimed yoga instructors. Contact for more information.
PJ's Yoga Shala Riverwest Yogashala Santosh Yoga LLC Solcare Tosa Yoga Urban Om YMCA Yama Yoga Yogasylum Yoga Fitness Yoga One Studio Yoga Six Yoga Society of Milwaukee Yoga Space, LLC Yoga Ward, LLC Your Yoga Lifestyle Studio
601 E. Wright St., (414) 372-3824
pinkhousestudio.net
Offers yoga classes in children's, mother and child, beginner and advanced yoga. The Pink House Studio, located in Riverwest, also offers massage and dance classes. Check the website for current class schedules.
1826 E. Main St., Waukesha, (262) 524-9222
heffernanwellness.com
Located in the Heffernan Wellness Center, PJ's Yoga Shala offers yoga classes for beginning as well as advanced yoga students. Private yoga, yoga therapy as well as personal training and massage services are also available.
731 E. Locust St., (414) 961-2524
riverwestyogashala.com
Riverwest Yogashala focuses on overall physical and mental well-being through the practice of Iyengar yoga. Wide variety of yoga classes geared toward students of all abilities and situations (including prenatal and postnatal sessions). Classes are offered mornings, afternoons and evenings.
7420 W. State St., Wauwatosa, (414) 774-YOGA
santoshyoga.com
This studio offers classes both at their permenant location as well as temporary locations all over the city. Join Santosh Yoga for therapuetic retreats, workshops and classes.
305 W. Silver Spring Dr., (414) 963-1388
solcarewisconsin.com
Solcare is a state-of-the-art chiropractic facility that offers a wide array of physical wellness classes, including Hatha and Vinyasa yoga and a pilates/yoga blend.
6734 W. North Ave., (414) 828-7555
tosayoga.com
Tosa Yoga is a warm and welcoming studio offering weekly classes in an integrative Hatha/Vinyasa style for a variety of levels. They also offer power yoga, yogilates, parent/child yoga, Thai massage and belly dance and Zumba classes.
2410 N. Farwell Ave., (414) 533-5108
urbanommke.com
Urban Om is a fresh yoga studio on the East Side that focuses on creating a community and making you feel like you’re at home. They offer classes in Vinyasa and Yin yoga styles, Thai Bodywork and much more.
Several locations, (414) 224-9622 (Metropolitan Milwaukee main office)
ymcamke.org
With a variety of classes and immense flexibility in class schedules and fitness levels, the local YMCA is sure to provide everything necessary to get into the groove.
231 E. Buffalo St., Second Floor, (414) 224-1519
yamayogastudio.com
Yama Yoga is open 7 days a week and offers students a choice of classes ranging in four levels of difficulty. Vinyasa, Bikram, Hatha and basic yoga is all offered weekly. Drop-ins are welcome. Check the website for class descriptions and schedules.
3815 N. Brookfield Rd., Suite 101, (262) 781-8102
yogasylum.com
Yogasylum is the largest teaching faciltiy in Southeastern Wisconsin for the healing arts. Offering classes in everything from yoga to pilates to Tai Chi, Yogasylum is open seven days a week. Visit the website for more information.
2315 W. Good Hope Rd., (414) 559-5567
myyogafitness.com
Class instructor, Erika Boos, focuses on relaxation and wellbeing at this Glendale studio. Yoga Fitness offers classes for all ages and all levels including children and seniors. Class schedules are available online or over the phone.
W61N397 Washington Ave., Cedarburg, (262) 376-YOGA
6874 Santa Monica Blvd., Fox Point, (414) 352-YOGA
727 N. Milwaukee St., 2nd Floor, (414) 221-YOGA
yogaonestudio.com
Yoga One offers classes in Vinyasa, Hatha, Kundalini and Anasura inspired yoga styles. Classes are at three levels and run seven days a week. Yoga for kids is also offered throughout the year.
2227 N. Prospect Ave., (414) 800-7550
yogasix.com/milwaukee
Yoga six offers various heated and non-heated yoga classes, boot camp style fitness classes and meditation. Check out the website for a description of classes and schedules.
2410 N. Farwell Ave., (414) 273-1621
theyogasociety.com
Get in touch with your spiritual side as you learn the ancient techniques of Himalayan yoga. Yoga Society hosts a myriad of classes and relaxation practices for all ability levels and schedules.
207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 517, (414) 961-1787
yogaspace.us
Co-ed classes and ongoing classes for all levels allow Yoga Space to be the premier yoga center of the Historic Third Ward.
223 S. 2nd St., Suite 2N, (414) 220-4194
yogaward.com
Yoga Ward is a bright and spacious new Walker's Point studio offering yoga at affordable prices taught by experienced and knowledgeable teachers.
1320 Warwick Way, Racine, (262) 880-4044
youryogalifestylewi.com
Located in the Racine Athletic Club, Your Yoga Lifestyle Studio offers yoga classes, workshops, and seminars. Lessons can be private or semi-private with Linda Messerschmidt, founder and director, who will focus on your specific physical and emotional goals.
