New Year, New You: Find your Flow with Yoga & Pilates

Published on 14 January 2025

As 2025 begins, many people have started setting goals to embrace a healthier, happier lifestyle—but if you live in (or visit!) the City of Onkaparinga, you’ve already got a head start.

Adelaide’s southern suburbs are home to a variety of yoga and Pilates studios designed to help you kick off the new year with a renewed focus on wellness.

And with so many options spread right across the region, catering to all fitness levels, there’s sure to be something for everyone.

Whether you’re a beginner exploring these practices for the first time or simply looking to refine your skills, there’s an array of local studios offering everything from traditional mat-based Pilates and yoga to dynamic reformer Pilates classes—even stand-up paddleboard yoga!

You’re bound to find the perfect way to nurture your body and mind.

Why not start your journey with a visit to Salt Yoga Studios in Christies Beach? Nestled by the coast, this eco-focused studio offers mat-based yoga classes designed to calm your mind, strengthen your body and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. Whether you’re a yoga pro or new to the mat, you’re sure to love the variety, which includes everything from calming Yin Yoga and Mums & Bubs yoga sessions, to energising Vinyasa flows—ideal for finding the balance you seek.

For those aiming to improve both structure and tone, The Pilates Venue in picturesque McLaren Vale is a must-visit too, with each session ensuring you leave feeling both challenged and refreshed. With a relaxed yet focused atmosphere and several high-intensity sessions to choose from, this welcoming studio combines mat and reformer Pilates classes that cater to all levels, making it easy to improve your posture, core strength and flexibility.

A little further south, in the charming township of Willunga, you’ll find Asteria Pilates, a studio that offers a wonderfully holistic approach. Run by Tash—whose passion for Pilates is truly palpable—this supportive space offers personalised instruction to help you reach your goals, whether that’s improving flexibility, increasing tone, reducing stress or simply taking some well-deserved time for yourself. With small class sizes and a personal touch, this lovely Pilates studio is a favourite among those seeking connection in a warm and encouraging setting.

Of course, if connection and fun are on your wellness wish list, Neighbourly in Aldinga might be just the ticket. Expertly blending fitness with friendship, this vibrant studio just 40 minutes south of Adelaide offers a unique mix of reformer Pilates, workshops and social events, and is one of many helping turn ‘healthy’ into a lifestyle—a place to meet new people, get fit and have a great time all while nurturing your wellbeing.

For something a little more intense, House of Wolf in Woodcroft delivers with its range of yoga and Pilates classes—including heated sessions that provide an extra challenge for those looking to sweat it out. This judgment-free zone welcomes all fitness levels, making it easy to feel comfortable, find your rhythm and take your practice to the next level. From traditional practices to hatha and vinyasa, their offerings also include ‘yogalates’—an invigorating fusion of yoga and Pilates. But no matter your choice, you’re always encouraged to move at your own pace and focus on what feels right for you.

Just a short drive away, in Old Noarlunga, Yoga with Jem (pictured) is a studio that could easily become your new favourite for the intimate and personalised experience it provides. Known for her welcoming and heartfelt approach, Jem creates a nurturing space where mindful movement and breathwork take centre stage, helping you find balance both on and off the mat.

Adding a challenging twist, her Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Yoga sessions at Port Noarlunga offer a one-of-a-kind experience, where nature-loving participants can work on refining their balance and strength on a SUP while enjoying the serenity of the sea.

With such a diverse range of yoga and Pilates studios located south of Adelaide, it’s easy to find something local that fits your needs.

And whether your goal is to build strength, improve flexibility or connect with like-minded individuals, there’s a wellness studio in the City of Onkaparinga ready to welcome you.

So, grab a towel, unroll your mat and get ready to make 2025 the year you discover the transformative power of yoga and Pilates!

Check out these and others below to discover even more health and wellness options in the City of Onkaparinga and find the perfect place to begin nurturing your mind, body and soul.

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