Yoga, not just for the body. A physical and spiritual practice with many benefits, including: mental stability, stress management, relaxation, and connection to community. A regular asana practice can also aid with balance, flexibility, strength and posture.
The International Day of Yoga has been celebrated on June 21st since 2015, following it’s inception by the United Nations General Assembly. Proposed by India and endorsed by 175 member states.
The Cedar Rapids area offers many opportunities to start or continue your practice.
Cedar Rapids, Marion and Hiawatha Studios
Toula Yoga
2720 1st Ave NE Suite 108, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Breathing Room Yoga
608 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Heat Yoga
3607 1st Ave SE C, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Soundness with Sayde Yoga
329 10th Ave SE #115, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Vella Yoga
871 10th St, Marion, IA 52302
Advanced Yoga Studio
102 3rd Ave SW Suite B, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Triyoga of Cedar Rapids
5250 N Park Pl NE #201, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Panda Marie
1200 N Center Point Rd, Hiawatha, IA 52233
Outdoor and Group Opportunities
Meet Me at the Market
When: Thursdays at 6:30-7:15 p.m., May through August
Where: NewBo City Market yard (1100 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids)
Cost: Free. Bring a mat and a water bottle.
Sunrise Yoga
When: Saturdays at 7:30 a.m., June through August
Where: Klopfenstein Amphitheater at Lowe Park (4500 N. 10th Street, Marion)
Cost: Free. Bring a mat and a water bottle.
Metta Yoga
When: Mondays & Thursdays; 9:30–10:30 a.m., 10:45–11:45 a.m. & 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Where: Prairiewoods (120 Boyson Road, Hiawatha)
Cost: $120 for eleven-punch card, $72 for six-punch card or $15 for single class, one punch per session. Registration for each session is required.
Yoga & Mimosas
When: monthly, dates vary
Where: Soko Outfitters (41 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids)
Cost: Varies per event.
Practice in the Prairie
When: Tuesdays 6:00-7:00 p.m., June through September
Where: Indian Creek Nature Center (5300 Otis Rd SE, Cedar Rapids)
Cost: Free. Bring a mat and a water bottle.
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