When it comes to Yoga in Bali, Ubud gets most of the attention. But recently the area of Canguu has blossomed into another Mecca of yoga. Canguu has a unique signature; an epicenter of diversity, Zinc faces and organic markets. The Yoga venues there honor the vibe of the town validating an assortment of practices out of the mat to consider in your daily life.
Canggu, a town typically known for it’s surf, has become a cross-culture of surf and yoga. Whether you are looking to combine the practice with water activities, get full power with a class-pass in a studio or stay at a retreat-style resort, Canggu will make your jaw drop with its wonderful options.
Desa Seni
The Yoga saga in Canggu started with Desa Seni. This Art Village Resort has an antique architecture, with accommodations that range from cute wooden cabins to deluxe suites; while we cannot say their rates are suitable for everyone’s budget, you don’t need to stay for the night to take a class at their open-air studio, and you can even attend one of their donation-based classes. The resort is located at a popular beach and hosts all kinds of artists, events, workshops, and even teacher trainings all year long.
Besides having a very complete leisure agenda, they feature an Asian fusion farm-to-fork restaurant, with all ingredients harvested by them.
The Practice
There is a studio in the middle of the bustling street of Batu Bolong that instantly activates tantric vibes with its energy. The Practice was founded by three passionate teachers committed to sharing the practice the way it is: traditional concepts and slow classes with a unique approach based on traditional Hatha.
Their captivating signature classes; Moon, Sun and Fire purify the body by a lot of breathwork while holding common asanas.
The only goal of the practice is to balance the feminine and masculine energies to achieve meditation. Their Sunday morning masterclass its a must for yogis traveling by, and for those staying a little bit longer, check dates for their 50-hour bridge course infused with numerology and Tantra.
Samadi Bali
Samadi is the Balinese cradle of Ashtanga. The teachers of this Yogic paradise are authorized Ashtangis from KPJAY and they keep their studies very present. The space has a garden cafe with a very appealing menu, fresh coconuts and sweet treats. Every Sunday from 9am to 2pm they organize an organic farmers and artisans market where you can find vegetables, superfoods, sustainable threads and vegan products.
Serenity Bali
Eco-Serenity zen’s character is reflected in its outstanding architecture and decoration. The perfect stop for eco-friendly travelers on a budget, usually the first place yogis crash once in Canggu. Famous for their detox retreats and health-conscious treats, their signature cafe, Alkaline, caters a range of homemade vegan and vegetarian delights served for hotel guests and also outsiders.
Odyssey Movement
Because Yoga is not only for spiritual seekers, Odyssey Movement focuses on achieving all the physical benefits of the practice. The classes at the studio are a mixture of strength, flexibility and cardio fitness with awareness on the breath. If you believe in functional movement and want to go for physical and mental health, this place offers a unique approach to that matter.
The Chillhouse
The Chillhouse is a friendly community of surfers and yogis built amongst tropical plants and trees. Their gorgeous Yoga Shala hosts experienced teachers from all over the world to teach their expertise, making an abundant schedule of Kundalini, Yin, Vinyasa and Hatta Yoga.
Healthy Food & Hangouts
There is no category to classify some of the most mind-blowing ahimsa restaurants you will ever go to. Their combination of taste and nutrition never stops killing it. Yogis seek to balance the mind through a healthy body, and we know it very well:
Food is preventive medicine to maintain our biggest asset at optimum conditions
A good start is The Shady Shack. If you have a sweet tooth, you will appreciate cakes and cookies made mindfully with lots of “free’s”. Relaxing for mind and body, the garden setting is hiding from the main roads which makes it ideal for those focusing on the screen a little too much. Honestly one can eat there for the rest of their lives.
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Peloton Supershop is a fine fully vegan option for any time of the day. Their inviting menu will make sure you repeat more than once.
Conscious Living
Most of the tourism in Canggu come for the surf and the beach. The importance of our oceans is a big concern for travelers and expats there, and the demand has created a great offering for mindful shopping.
Indigo Luna is an eco-conscious Yoga and swimwear brand. Their fabrics are either natural and organic or recycled materials coming from discarded fishing nets or plastics. They use only plant-based dyes to color the garments and the results are soft, beautiful gear to wear on and off the mat.
Best quality skincare is the products from Sensatia Botanicals. All-natural toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, mist, serums, and every single product you could need for your self-care rituals it’s available at the store. Their products are vegan, not tested on animals, paraben, phthalates, sulfate, and silicone-free; pregnancy and breastfeeding safe and non-harmful to the reefs. No wonder why they call themselves a ‘feel-good’ company.
Another great store even if not all their products are 100% sustainable its Drifter surf. They have shops along the coastline of Bali; Canggu, Seminyak, and Uluwatu. As the name indicates is mostly a surf shop with the boards and stuff, but you will find other products like the most random artwork or the coolest flip-flops made from recycled tyres.
So if you have come all the way to this paragraph the assumption is that you are all into zero waste products and sustainability; don’t forget to check out The Canggu Shop for daily needs and groceries.
Canggu will take care of all Earth lovers and Fitness freaks, allowing you to live yoga as an attitude, as a character itself. Effortlessly, this place will unfold it’s hidden places and connect you with the right people at the right time. Be loose and let the waves take you.
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