According to the National Institutes of Health, yoga is believed to reduce certain types of pain; improve quality of life; reduce stress; lower heart rate and blood pressure; and help relieve anxiety, depression, and insomnia. It is also known to improve flexibility and balance, so it comes as no surprise that yoga is a favorite past time for many Routt County locals.
Seasoned yogis have their favorite places to exercise in Steamboat, it’s just a case of finding the right fit.
The Yoga Center of Steamboat
On the banks of the Yampa River describe themselves as “a Sangha (community) created to provide a sacred space for education and practices that promote a life in balance.” Since the start of 2022, the studio offers all classes on a donation basis.
Steamboat Fit
Combines yoga, Pilates and conditioning movements in their ever-popular Steamboat Fit Barre. A gentle yoga flow class is available once per week. $20 drop-in, $99 monthly membership or $35 monthly virtual membership.
Rakta Hot Yoga
This is as hot as it gets, and those who want to try more diverse yoga practices swear by this studio between downtown and the mountain. Beyond meditation and relaxation forms, Rakta offers classes such as Wall Yoga using straps, ropes and swings or Buti Flow with tribal dance and primal movements to complement yoga moves. $25 drop-in, $135 monthly unlimited or punch cards starting at $95 for five classes.
Old Town Hot Springs
Brings an added opportunity for relaxation with the option of a soak in the naturally heated springs after a gentle yoga session. $27drop-in, $108 for a five-pack, or memberships from a four-month to a year-round option.
Out Here Yoga
Predominantly practices the challenging, heated, power vinyasa style of yoga through weekly classes and multi-week workshops. Their elevated setting with views to Steamboat Resort affords this studio’s emphasis on connection to the world around us. $40 monthly virtual membership, $90 for an in-studio five-pack or $105 monthly membership.
Steamboat Pilates and Fitness
Incorporates yoga into Pilates Flow and offers a weekly Yoga Flow class. $20 drop-in, ($10 first-time rate for locals), or $150 for a 10-pack.