Essex


<p>Sounds of birdsong and rustling leaves, the feel of the grass or sand beneath your feet, and feel of the breeze on your skin; there&#8217;s nothing quite like it for soothing the soul. Have we sold it? Here&#8217;s where you can take part in outdoor yoga in Essex. And a couple of pilates classes too!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-sunset-yoga-amp-wine-crouch-ridge-estate-althorne"><a href="https://www.myyogitribe.co.uk/events" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sunset Yoga &amp; Wine</a>, Crouch Ridge Estate, Althorne</h2>



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<p>Wine might not be instantly recognised as being significantly good for your wellbeing (except for the boost you get when sharing with the besties), yet this vineyard is host to the top of our outdoor yoga classes in Essex. Once a month over the summer Crouch Ridge Estate, Althorne, has a <a href="https://crouchridge.com/upcoming-events-at-the-vineyard/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">yoga class amongst the vines</a>, hosted by the fabulous <a href="https://www.myyogitribe.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">My Yogi Tribe</a>. The next date is <strong>Fri 24 Jul</strong>, with more dates in Aug &amp; Sept. Yoga, then wine and mezze on the terrace!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-yoga-amongst-the-flowers-writtle-sunflowers-chelmsford"><a href="https://www.writtlesunflowers.co.uk/book-online/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yoga Amongst the Flowers</a>, Writtle Sunflowers, Chelmsford</h2>



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<p>Moving from vines to sunflowers, another of the best places to do outdoor yoga in Essex is Writtle Sunflowers. As well as <a href="https://www.writtlesunflowers.co.uk/book-online/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">breathwork classes</a> and <a href="https://www.writtlesunflowers.co.uk/book-online/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sound bath experiences</a>, Writtle Sunflowers holds <a href="https://www.writtlesunflowers.co.uk/book-online/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yoga Amongst the Flowers</a>, hosted by <a href="https://glowments.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Glow Wellness</a>, every <strong>Tuesday evening and Sunday morning from 15 Jul</strong>, until the end of the short sunflower season. There&#8217;s even a chance to pick your own bunch during each session. Kids mindfulness and yoga experiences are available too, and doggy yoga for your pooch.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-yoga-wild-classes-hadleigh-castle-and-thorney-bay-beach-canvey-island"><a href="https://yogawildretreats.com/outdoor-classes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yoga Wild classes</a>, Hadleigh Castle and Thorney Bay Beach, Canvey Island</h2>



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<p>Take in the views and watch the swifts zoom overhead at the scenic Hadleigh castle. Or listen to the waves lapping and seabirds calling, at Thorney Bay. If you can, we recommend you try both classes with the lovely Lisa from <a href="https://yogawildretreats.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yoga Wild</a>. Classes are weekly throughout the summer, with morning and evening sessions depending on location. Fancy more than an hour&#8217;s session? At <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheWildRetreat?locale=en_GB" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Wild Retreat</a>, Sawbridgeworth, you can camp, wild swim and do lakeside yoga to your heart&#8217;s content.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-full-moon-yoga-amp-reflection-the-lake-at-nine-acres-eastwood"><a href="https://www.myyogitribe.co.uk/events" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Moon Yoga &amp; Reflection</a>, The Lake at Nine Acres, Eastwood</h2>



<p>Another fab event hosted by <a href="https://www.myyogitribe.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">My Yogi Tribe</a>, this time at The Lake at Nine Acres, Eastwood. Learn a little about the full moon and reflect with some journaling (there will be prompts, don&#8217;t worry if you&#8217;re new to it). Before enjoying some a yoga flow and relaxation. The sesh ends with marshmallow toasting around the firepit. The next dates for this summer are <strong>Fri 31 Jul </strong>and <strong>Thu 27 Aug</strong>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-yoga4all-summer-festival-garon-park-southend"><a href="https://www.yoga4all.co/event-details/yoga4all-summer-festival-2026" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yoga4all Summer Festival</a>, Garon Park, Southend</h2>



<p>A whole day of wellness and yoga for both adults and kids, at Southend&#8217;s Garon Park on <strong>Sun 17 Jul</strong>, for just £10! There&#8217;s a yoga timetable running throughout the day, including laughter yoga and family yoga. Try a crystal or aromatherapy workshop and reflexology; belly and Bollywood dancing, or try your hand at the hoop and sling with Essex Circus Academy.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-park-yoga-harlow"><a href="https://parkyoga.co/harlow/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Park Yoga</a>, Harlow</h2>



<p>You&#8217;ve heard of Park Run? This is the yoga version. Not quite as widespread, this is the only location in Essex so far, but let&#8217;s hope it gains even more momentum. Free yoga, in a park, just turn up and join in! What&#8217;s not to love?</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-sup-yoga-caidge-farm-southminster"><a href="https://www.nirvanayogawellness.com/sup-yoga" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sup yoga</a>, Caidge Farm, Southminster</h2>



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<p>Put your balance to the test with <a href="https://www.nirvanayogawellness.com/sup-yoga" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nirvana Yoga Wellness</a>&#8216; Sup yoga. If you have no idea what that is, it&#8217;s just regular yoga but on a stand-up paddle board. Easy right? Connect to nature on the water and get a real sense of peace and tranquility. Fantastic for mindfulness (you really do need to concentrate), and works wonders for your balance and posture. Work that core!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-beach-pilates-bell-wharf-beach-old-leigh"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/alexandralbeard/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Beach Pilates</a>, Bell Wharf Beach, Old Leigh</h2>



<p>Alexandra Beard was forced to cancel her FREE weekly beach pilates class after the local council said she needed to pay hefty fees, but she is back! A deal has been struck, so locals can now sign up for her hugely popular classes once again. And when we say popular we mean it –&nbsp;having had to downsize class sizes, spaces are snapped up, so be sure to <a href="https://pilatesevents.as.me/schedule/b03309dd" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">book in advance</a>!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pilates-in-the-park-langdon-hills"><a href="https://www.stormandbloom.co.uk/pilates-in-the-park" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pilates in the Park</a>, Langdon Hills</h2>



<p>From <strong>11 Jul &#8211; 23 Aug</strong>, on <strong>Sat &amp; Sun mornings</strong> (with talk of a Fri evening sunset session), Laindon-based Storm &amp; Bloom, are heading outside for some fresh air pilates. An energising start to the day –&nbsp;members can uses their class summer passes towards these sessions.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-yoga-under-the-moon-colchester-castle"><a href="https://colchester.cimuseums.org.uk/events/moon-yoga-jul/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yoga Under the Moon</a>, Colchester Castle</h2>



<p>Okay, so this one is not technically outside – but it is under the moon –&nbsp;Luke Jerram&#8217;s Museum of the Moon. It features highly detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface, offering breathtaking detail. The one hour session, held under the soft glow of the awe-inspiring art installation, will have you floating off to another galaxy.</p>



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