As yoga has grown in popularity over the past decade, more and more studios have been popping up to guide you on your way to full-body wellness. Based on rejuvenation, peacefulness and overall health, a regular yoga practice can change your body, your mindset and even your overall outlook! However, it can be intimidating to choose a studio and join a new community of yogis if you’ve never done yoga before. To help ease your worries, we put together a list of the Toledo area’s best locales with the details you need to get started. Tour a few of our picks, schedule your first class and get ready to revamp your weekly routine. Namaste! 
Photo courtesy of Toledo Yoga and Kellee Laser
4324 Central Ave | Facebook This Toledo original is all about building community — both on and off the mat. Inside their Central Avenue studio, you’ll find a whole team of knowledgeable, fun and bright mentors who will lead you on your path to mind and body wellness. As one of the city’s most popular studios, they offer teacher training, kids classes, special events, and mommy and me classes alongside a traditional weekly schedule. 135 N Michigan St |
Facebook If we were handing out awards for design in yoga studios, Marci’s Downtown would win first place. Their cheery, industrial space inspires a sense of peace and a true Toledo character. If that doesn’t convince you to stop in, their welcoming demeanor will! With a firm belief that yoga should be accessible to all, the team invites all levels and offers all classes at $10 each.
Check out the schedule online!
Yogis Michelle Ostermyer and Hope Dalrymple | Photo courtesy of Yogaja and Yvonne Stefanski
3145 West Central | Facebook From advanced to basic and rigorous to restorative, Yogaja offers a yoga class for every level and every style. Inspired by the symbol of the elephant, the studio is driven by the ideas of abundance, fertility, boldness, strength and wisdom. On their website, you’ll find resources for choosing the class that best fits you — whether that’s a Power Class, Basic Class, Private Class or Aerial Yoga. 1685 Lance Pointe Dr +
900 W South Boundary St |
Facebook Serenity Health & Wellness Center is a med-spa with two locations, one in Maumee and one in Perrysburg. Both studios are entirely focused on melting away your stress, easing your troubles and helping you on your journey to mind and body health. From yoga and relaxation services to detoxification treatments and alternative therapies, they have everything you need to unwind. Check out their class times
here and kick off your journey!
29101 Hufford Rd |
Facebook Joe Sparks taught his first yoga class in 1976 and we’re so glad he did! After teaching in various locations throughout the city, he opened his studio in Perrysburg in 2004 — always teaching with a focus on stability and mobility in a non-competitive, self-healing, mindful environment. In 2009, his studio became the first Hot Yoga studio in the Toledo Metro Area and he has since incorporated YogAlign and Kettlebells into his programs as well.
Check out prices online and drop-in for your first class!
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2221 River Rd | Facebook Tonic is all about finding new and comfortable ways to reach your fitness goals — and they promise you’ll have fun along the way! To help you on your journey to full-body wellness, the stylish studio offers classes in Pilates, yoga and BeyondBarre. Everyone is welcome no matter what your experience level, so check out the online schedule and join your first class today! 725 Ford St B |
Facebook Over the years, Essence has become one of Northwest Ohio's premier Yoga and Pilates studios, specializing in both group classes and private sessions. With a mission to provide enhanced fitness and wellness through a variety of experiences, you can start with yoga, cycling, Zumba or any of the 22 options. Get details on pricing
here and find out when you can get started using
the online schedule!
Photo courtesy of Bikram Yoga Toledo
5107 Monroe St | Facebook Bikram yoga is a challenging 90-minute beginning yoga class incorporating 26 classic Hatha postures and two breathing exercises practiced in a heated room. At Bikram Yoga Toledo, you’ll get all the benefits of a physical practice as well as a mental de-stress and detox. Because Bikram is designed for everyone, it’s the perfect style for beginners and old pros! New students can find out what to expect online and check out the schedule and rates. 3450 Central Ave #320F |
Facebook Presence Yoga is all about accessibility and bringing yoga to everyone in the community. Whether you’re practicing in the Toledo studio or you’re scheduling a personalized yoga service, you’ll find lessons in Hatha Yoga, crystals, meditation, study groups and more. Learn about all the traveling services and in-studio classes
here.
Photo courtesy of Still Waters Yoga and Shutter Monkey
8115 Monclova Rd | Facebook Still Waters has been a staple in the Toledo community since 1999 when they opened their doors. Today, the team offers over 15 yoga classes each week in varying levels and styles. Determined to make complete yoga practice a part of your life, they’ll guide you every step of the way to ensure mind and body wellness and strength. Find details on their schedule and pricing packages before you join! 3421 Briarfield Blvd Unit D | Facebook Pilates, Pilates Equipment Based Circuit Training, Reformer Cardio Tramp, Yoga, TRX Suspension Training, Total Barre™, ZEN*GA, unique HIIT and Fusion classes — Driven Fitness has it all! Based on what you like to do and how you like to train, the team is driven by a passion for personalization and fitness. Learn more about their specific classes, including yoga, online. Already a Toledo yogi?
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