Yoga in Alicante
Yoga in Alicante
Alicante is the perfect city for a yoga holiday. All styles can be found, in English or Spanish. Sometimes even Dutch!
After years of practicing martial arts and athletics I noticed I had drifted quite far from my feelings. I was literally able to switch off pain. That sounds wonderful, of course; but meanwhile I was developing all kinds of physical complaints that I totally ignored. From twinges in knee and back to severe migraine. Yoga helps me to take stock again and put the busy thoughts in my head on pause. To hit the pause button and take a moment for myself. In Alicante there are opportunities for this everywhere! In a beautiful studio or outside on the beach. Read my tips here.
Namaste
Yoga classes on the beach
Alicante’s beautiful beaches form an idyllic backdrop for outdoor yoga classes. Many instructors organize sessions at sunrise or sunset, creating a serene and invigorating experience. Popular beaches for beach yoga are:
- Playa de San Juan: A spacious beach perfect for many yoga classes. See the profile of https://www.instagram.com/ione.yoga
- Playa del Postiguet: Located close to the city center — ideal for a relaxing yoga experience with sea views. Among others: Ione Yoga
- Playa El Campello: Smaller beach — ideal during your holiday in the El Campello area.
Yoga in the park
Besides the beaches, yoga classes are also often held in Alicante’s parks. Palmeral Park and La Ereta Park are popular locations where you can enjoy outdoor yoga surrounded by nature. These sessions are ideal for those who want to escape the city bustle and connect with nature. Among others, Yogalicante teaches at La Ereta Park.
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Would you like to follow a yoga class in Dutch with your girlfriends ? Send me a message — I’ll be happy to arrange it for you! Spend your holiday extra zen on the Costa Blanca. For all levels of course!
Yoga class in English:
Do you really want to follow the yoga class in English or Dutch? Then check these options in Playa San Juan and Alicante:
https://www.instagram.com/yogalicante
Want your yoga classes listed here? You can! Contact me: info@alicantelikealocal.com
Yoga studios and centers in Alicante — Spanish‑language
Alicante has a huge selection of yoga studios and centers offering different styles and levels of yoga. Some of the most popular studios are:
- YogaOne in Playa San Juan : Including ASHTANGA VINYASA and KUNDALINI.
- Dharma Pau 5 , Playa San Juan: Yoga in a beautiful hip studio. All types of yoga. Including prenatal yoga and ashtanga.
Each studio offers unique programs and experienced instructors to guide your yoga journey.
Below you’ll find three recommendations for where to stay during your relax‑holiday:
Yoga trip to MasQi near Alicante
Want to go completely all the way and enjoy a few days of optimal yoga experience, healthy food, in the middle of nowhere? Then book Masqi — an hour’s drive from Alicante. An unforgettable experience! Yoga retreats for every level, detox programs, a wonderful hotel and complete wellness. Check out the hotel here.
Yoga retreats in Alicante
For a deeper dive into yoga, Alicante offers plenty of yoga retreats. These combine yoga classes with other activities such as meditation, hiking and healthy food. They often take place in serene, natural environments and offer a great escape from hectic city life.
Your yoga class or retreat here? Send me an email, info@alicantelikealocal.com and we’ll discuss the possibilities!
Healthy eating during your stay?
Want to get the most out of the best kitchens during your relax/yoga holiday in Alicante? Healthy food, great produce and the best views? Then download this culinary guide. Suitable for every budget — and especially for foodies!
Let me organize your yoga trip
Sometimes you just need it. To unplug. A bit of peace. And the last thing you feel like is scrolling through Google for hours. Looking for the perfect accommodation, yoga school, restaurants and activities. I get it! Send me a message. I’ll make sure you end up at the right destination in no time.
I’ve been practicing yoga for several years now and know lots of yoga schools in Alicante, teachers — English‑ and Spanish‑speaking — and I’ve tried many different styles. Send me a message and I’ll send you all the information. info@alicantelikealocal.com
Namaste
Monique helped us wonderfully with our girlfriends’ weekend. All young mums who needed a fun, cozy and wonderfully relaxing weekend. Monique listened to our wishes and created a nice program that suited us. The program made us look forward to the weekend even more and during the weekend everything was arranged so we had a REAL holiday — truly a gift to yourself! Contact was quick and good. I would contact Monique again for a next visit. Recommended!
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Which kinds of yoga can be found in Alicante?
1. Hatha Yoga
Focus: Physical postures and breathing techniques. Characteristics: A calm and traditional form of yoga that helps improve flexibility, strength and balance. Suitable for beginners.
2. Vinyasa Yoga
Focus: Flowing movements and breathing. Characteristics: A dynamic and often fast style in which poses transition smoothly. Also known as “flow yoga”.
3. Ashtanga Yoga
Focus: Strength and flexibility. Characteristics: An intensive and structured form with a fixed series of poses. It’s physically demanding and often practiced at the same pace.
4. Iyengar Yoga
Focus: Precision and alignment. Characteristics: Uses props such as blocks and straps to perform poses accurately. Suitable for people with injuries or limitations.
5. Bikram Yoga
Focus: Detoxification and endurance. Characteristics: Also known as “hot yoga”, practiced in a heated room of about 40°C. Consists of a fixed series of 26 poses.
6. Kundalini Yoga
Focus: Spiritual awakening. Characteristics: Combines breathing, movement and meditation to activate life energy (kundalini). Often includes chanting and mantra repetition.
7. Yin Yoga
Focus: Deep stretch and relaxation. Characteristics: Poses are held for longer (3–5 minutes). Targets deeper connective tissue and joints.
8. Restorative Yoga
Focus: Recovery and relaxation. Characteristics: Uses props to support the body in relaxing poses. Aimed at promoting deep relaxation and recovery.
9. Power Yoga
Focus: Strength and cardiovascular health. Characteristics: An energetic, intensive form inspired by Ashtanga. Aims to improve strength and endurance.
10. Sivananda Yoga
Focus: Holistic health. Characteristics: A traditional style based on five principles: proper exercise, proper breathing, proper relaxation, proper nutrition and positive thinking (meditation).
11. Anusara Yoga
Focus: Alignment and heart‑centered practice. Characteristics: Combines poses with a spiritual philosophy and emphasis on alignment. Focuses on opening the heart.
12. Jivamukti Yoga
Focus: Spiritual growth and physical fitness. Characteristics: Integrates physical postures, meditation, chanting and philosophy. Focused on compassion and awareness.
Each yoga style offers unique benefits and can be adapted to different needs and preferences. It can be useful to try different styles to discover which suits you best.
My tips and experiences in Alicante:
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