Yoga Hybrids

ELXR Yoga combines the demanding asanas of Ashtanga Yoga and the cardiovascular elements of Power Yoga with athleticism, alignment, mindfulness, and motivation.

Fueled by visions of a strong and sculpted ballerina body, our writer signed up for 30 days of barre classes at The Bar Method in NYC. Here's what she learned about her yoga practice, plus 5 barre moves every yogi should try.

Want to ensure a healthy, pain-free yoga practice for years (and years) to come? Part two of our three-part plan for ultimate bone health is all about how to supplement your practice with cardio and strength training.

This sequence blends asana with a HIIT tempo, which can help you build strength and burn calories while also inspiring you to feel empowered—all in 15 to 20 minutes.

Mixing new poses into your practice can boost fun and strength. We stole these 10 innovative moves from hybrid yoga styles so you can add a hint of everything from Yogalates to Rolfing to your practice.

Don't know Katonah? Meet the upstate New York yoga style that incorporates Taoist principles, Chinese medicine, and sacred geometry.

These creative styles will not only activate new muscle groups but also give you a new perspective on the practice. Find out which hybrid is right for you.

Lainey Morse certainly didn't expect to become, as she puts it, a "goat yoga mogul." But a cute idea to host a yoga class at her Oregon farm while baby goats prance around has turned into a phenomenon with a more than 500-person wait list.

Improve your balance before you even get on the board with pre-paddle postures from Amelia Travis, founder of Stoked Yogi.

Yoga teacher Shauna Harrison shows us how TRX can benefit both beginners and more experienced yogis. Learn how to incorporate this it into your routine.

If you can stand on one foot, you CAN do yoga on the water. Get your feet wet with SUP yoga tips and poses from Amelia Travis, founder of Stoked Yogi.

Tone your body and lift your spirit with these inspiring moves that blend the mindfulness of yoga with upbeat cardio. Use this 15-minute workout to show your mind, body, and soul how you really feel about them.

Practicing yoga and meditation in water brings us back to basics.

Did you hang up your boxing gloves when you found yoga? Now there's no need. BoxingYoga is attracting fans from inside and outside the ring, and it's about to throw a punch in the U.S.

Try this energetic four-pose sequence three times on each side to warm up and protect your hips before you head to the barre.

Movement in your body leads to movement in your life. Shrink Session founder Erin Stutland combines the mindfulness of yoga with heart-pumping cardio.

The latest hybrid in the yoga-plus-sports trend, equestrian yoga, is designed to connect human and horse in the great outdoors.

Steal these three three core-building balance moves from The YogaSlackers to cultivate slackline-ready strength.

When the square footage of your mat starts to feel small, consider taking your practice outdoors with these 5 adventure sports perfect for yogis.

Take your practice to the water. Kathryn Budig has these three simple poses to get your feet wet with standup paddleboard yoga.

Kathryn Budig wants to introduce you to her new love: Karate. Here, two kicks to get you started, paired with the perfect poses for the flexibility and strength required.

NASA rocket scientist/yoga teacher Scott Lewicki balances a highly technical day job with creativity on the mat. Use this innovative practice to find new space in often forgotten muscles.

Aerial yoga combines 
acrobatic arts and anti-gravity asana, but
 it’s also an accessible 
practice that can help you find more length 
in your spine and safe 
alignment 
in your poses.

Think you don't have time for yoga? Add this vinyasa right into your next workout, between sets of any exercise, to keep things interesting.

Wireless headphones meet asana. And it’s more than the next fad—it’s a pretty smart fix for a variety of teaching challenges.

Why try Acro? In short: Fun. This hybrid style mixes acrobatics and healing arts like Thai massage with a practice that helps connect you with others.

Open up to curiosity and trust by taking your practice to new heights—literally.

This playful AcroYoga sequence puts you in touch with the physical and introspective sides of acrobatic asana.

Barre-curious but resistant to replace your yoga practice? Try these 6 hybrid poses from yogini founder Sadie Lincoln.

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Marijuana can help yogis explore the mind and its relationship to the mechanics of the body.

Is your yoga practice getting stale? Shake things up with these yoga hybrids. From aerial yoga to yoga with weights, there’s a class for everyone.

Water-loving yogis play with balance, focus, and core strength by taking their practice offshore.

Dropped into a fitness class developed for the Navy Seals, the author channels her yoga practice and soars.

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Innovative yoga teacher, Dana Flynn, discusses Lotus Flow Yoga, a fusion of yoga, music, and dance.

AcroYogis play with communication, connection, and trust to get their practice off the ground.

Journey into a dazzlingly different atmosphere with these innovative and dynamic asanas.

Yoga and Pilates don’t have to be two separate practices. Here’s how they can work together to help strengthen your core, lengthen your side body, and improve your alignment.

A physician and founder of a therapy called, Hasya (Laughter) Yoga, explains why laughter as medicine is beneficial.