Maintaining your yoga practice through the summer months in Toronto can sometimes be a bit tricky. Sure, you want to stay toned and keep calm, but after the long, cold winter, you want to maximize your outdoor time as much as humanly possible, and even the most light-soaked studio can’t match actually being in the great outdoors. Lucky for you, Toronto has a slew of outdoor yoga classes so you can stay in touch with your breath (and nature).

Here are Vv Magazine‘s picks for Toronto’s best outdoor yoga.

Tribe Fitness
Tribe Fitness is hosting various workout activities throughout the summer, and those who aren’t up for a run (and in this heat, we don’t blame you) can enjoy YogaJam, a yoga class held every Sunday morning from 9-10am.

Flow-Active
Toronto-based active wear company Flow-Active has teamed up with ONE TOOTH retail outlet to present free yoga sessions at High Park every Sunday at 10am. Donations are accepted for the Healing Hearts Project, which aims to help and heal impoverished individuals through yoga. Although the styles vary per week, the classes are accommodating for beginners.

The Healing Boat
At 8:30 on Sunday mornings, hop aboard the Healing sailboat from the Marina at the Ontario Place for a relaxing hour of yoga. The scenic view is sure to help relax and recharge your body, and get you ready for the rest of your day. Locally sourced fruit and homemade tea are also served for those who are feeling peckish.

Toronto's best outdoor yoga — Image: Facebook/The Healing Boat

Sahaja Yoga
Sahaja Yoga holds yoga classes in the Beaches on Mondays from 6:30-8pm throughout the summer, and best of all, they’re totally free with no registration required. Pop out afterwards and enjoy the sunset.

Park Yoga
Held by the Flying Yogi, Park Yoga hold a series of outdoor yoga classes throughout the summer. Saturdays are from 10-11am at Riverdale Park, Sundays 10-11am at Jonathan Ashbridge Park, and Mondays and Wednesdays from 7-8pm at Riverdale Park. These classes are essentially free, but donations are accepted. All proceeds go towards Nellie’s Shelter, which houses women and children recovering from domestic abuse.

David Pecaut Square
Start your day off right by heading down to David Pecaut Square every Wednesday until August 26th for a free yoga class from 7-8am.

Love Your Body Holistic Boot Camp
Trinity Bellwoods is offering space for a holistic boot camp brought to you by LOVE YOUR BODY. A blend of yoga, meditation, and other rigorous activities, this boot camp is sure to get you energized. Various sessions are held throughout the summer, but you need to register first. Prices vary.

Breathe Yoga Studio
Sponsored by Flow-Active, Breathe Yoga Studio is offering a free yoga class in High Park on August 2nd at 10am.

SUPGirlz Paddle Flow & Yoga
If you’re in the mood for something a little different, the team at SUPGirlz offers a mix of paddle boarding and yoga all in one class at Kew Balmy Beach. The 90-minute classes are split into 30 minutes of paddling, 30 minutes of yoga on the board, and then 30 minutes of paddling back to the shore. It’s a fun, summery activity that will challenge your balance, yoga skills, and your arm strength.

Beach Yoga
For those who need a bit more from their yoga experience, consider this Meetup group offering excursions such as Hatha yoga on the beach, or visiting a fruit farm where you can do yoga AND pick blueberries. Even better: yoga and wine tasting on the Niagara Escarpment. Prices vary per retreat.

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