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Become an Acrobat
Acro yoga is a partner-based practice that draws on the power of acrobatic techniques and involves plenty of balancing poses and stretches. Really advanced instructors and practitioners take on an almost uncanny ability to twist, flip and move in sync. But it’s not just for those with years of training. Anyone can practice Acro yoga, no matter your size, since classes usually include a spotter to help you keep your balance. It’s also a very popular practice to take outdoors; during the summer months it’s common to see Acro yogis practicing on the beach or in Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park.
 



 
Try it: Yogabambam, 28 Pound Lane, Sheung Wan, www.yogabambam.com, $150 for first-time trials, $200/lesson. Acroyoga Hong Kong & Beyond also provides free monthly sessions where you can socialize and stretch with other Acro yogis. www.fb.com/groups/AcroYogaHK.

A Silky Stretch
A low-impact yoga that’s perfect for beginners. Anti-gravity yoga uses a silk or fabric hammock to support most of your weight, taking the pressure off and allowing you to try acrobatic poses usually reserved for the really advanced. Classes typically end in a super-relaxing “cocoon” pose, in which you’re wrapped up in your hammock and left to sway peacefully. 
 



 
Try it: Aerial Arts Academy (various locations including 2/F, Kin On Commercial Building, 49-51 Jervois St., Sheung Wan, 2375-8088, www.aerialartsacademy.com), $300/lesson. Bodywize Yoga (G/F, 1 Wong Nai Chung Rd., Happy Valley, 2838-5686, www.bodywize.com.hk), $480/lesson.

Blended to Perfection
Prefer higher-intensity exercises, but still want to feel the mind and body benefits of practicing yoga? These days, studios offer classes that blend multiple disciplines—which can build up core strength faster than just yoga on its own. Think classes with a mix of tai chi, pilates, and yoga set to music. Some studios and private instructors go even further by blending in dance and gymnastics moves, which can increase mobility in your spine and loosen up those joints.
 



 
Try it: Phillip Wain Fitness and Beauty, 11/F Miramar Tower, 1-23 Kimberley Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2377-3888, www.phillip-wain.com, free one-day trial, with a yearly fee starting from $19,780. Myoga, B/F, Grand Plaza, 625 & 639 Nathan Rd., Mong Kok, 2390-7788, www.myogaonline.com, $250/lesson.


Sexy Poses
Feel the need to add some spark to your relationship? Give tantra yoga a try. The underlying philosophy of tantra yoga is to reach a higher meditative sense of conscio usness, but this practice can also help to reignite your love life or just keep the sparks flying. There is a lot of physical interaction between partners, as well as an emphasis on breathing and consciousness, which can in turn increase sexual energy and increase the level of a couple’s intimacy. Although if you get really hot and bothered… maybe wait until you get home, OK?
 
Try it: Holistic Wellness, Flat A, 10/F, Winner House, 15 Wong Nai Chung Rd., Happy Valley, 3667-9038, www.holisticwellness.asia, private sessions start from $2,250. Yoga Paramgati, 9176-4012, www.yogaparamgati.com, $200/lesson.
Go Swinging

Is your putt suffering? Are you driving straight into the bunker? Golf yoga involves a set of exercises meant to deliver an improvement in your swing, by loosening and opening up your hips and shoulders. Increasingly popular among corporate cats and practiced by the likes of Tiger Woods, golf yoga is a great way to improve your game as well as strengthen your bod. See how your handicap fares after a couple of classes.
 
Try it: Anahata Yoga, 18/F, One Lyndhurst Tower, 1 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, 2905-1822, www.anahatayoga.com.hk, from $200/lesson.
Spidey Stretch
Deeply rooted in the Iyengar philosophy of yoga, wall rope yoga pays great attention to detail and precision in each pose in order to achieve better body alignment. The usage of props is common in this style of yoga, as they help support the weight and allow you to maintain positions longer. Aside from new, anti-gravity versions which utilize hammocks, some studios offer wall ropes and other props such as blocks, chairs, and padded supports.
 




 
Try it: Pure, 2/F, Asia Standard Tower, 59-65 Queen’s Rd. Central, 8178-0000, www.pure-yoga.com, $800-1200 unlimited yoga, for six to 24-month contracts. Yoga Central, Room 2C, Welley Building, 97 Wellington St., Central, 2982-4308, www.yogacentral.com.hk, from $180/lesson.

Stretch Lah, Dai Lo
Itching to learn Cantonese but can’t stand the oppressive classroom environment? Take your language learning to the field, and stretch your vocabulary while you stretch your inner mind and core. Aside from other creative yoga classes such as Yoga Hip Hop and Yoga Hula Hoop at Yogabambam, one of their more popular classes is Yoga with Basic Cantonese (and English), perfect for anyone who wants to brush up on their language skills. Sifu, “Downward Dog” dim gong ar? 
 
Try it: Yogabambam, 28 Pound Lane, Sheung Wan, www.yogabambam.com.

SUP, Downward Dog?
 

 
Looking for something a little more exciting? Take yoga outdoors… while on a stand-up paddleboard. SUP yoga combines Hatha and Vinyasa yoga poses with surfing. You’ll get an extra tough workout since it requires more musclework to keep still against the sea’s rolling waves—and quite a lot of balance, too.
 
Try it: SUP Yoga, Stanley Main Beach, Stanley, www.fb.com/SUPYogaHongKong, from $500 per session. 

Laugh it Off
Grumpy office drone? Of course you are. Laughter Yoga is a body-mind technique that helps relieve tension by laughing it out. Through deep belly laughter, you can strengthen your core, de-stress and have fun. Hope you’ve got some good jokes.
 
Try it: Laughter Yoga Hong Kong offers free sessions around town. 9381-0802, www.laughteryogahongkong.com.

It’s Official
Anyone who works long office hours can attest to sore lower backs, necks and shoulders. Yoga and Pilates can help with those hunching shoulders, by strengthening your core and hip flexors. And you don’t need a yoga mat or any special gear to get your stretch on at your desk. Many yoga companies in Hong Kong will come to your office for a group session full of easy, efficient tricks for staying limber during office hours. 
 
Try it: The Yoga Room, 3/F, Xiu Ping Building, 104 Jervois St., 2544-8398, yoga at work sessions start from $800.






 


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