5 Fun Places to Practice Yoga This Summer in NYC

5 Fun Places to Practice Yoga This Summer in NYC

Summer in New York City is the perfect time to take your yoga practice outdoors and soak in the energy, sunshine, and skyline! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a family looking to stretch and play together, NYC offers plenty of vibrant, inspiring spaces to lay down your mat.

Here are 5 fun and family-friendly places to practice yoga this summer:

5 Heartfelt Ways to Celebrate and Support Pride Month in the Yoga Community

5 Heartfelt Ways to Celebrate and Support Pride Month in the Yoga Community

Celebrating Pride in the yoga world is about more than rainbow leggings and hashtags — it's about living our practice. At Llamaste Family Yoga, we are committed to creating a space where *all* families, identities, and bodies feel seen, celebrated, and supported.
MAY: Mental Health Awareness Month

MAY: Mental Health Awareness Month

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month a time to pause, reflect, and prioritize the emotional well-being of ourselves and our loved ones. At Llamaste Family Yoga Center, we believe that a strong family foundation begins with open hearts, calm minds, and connected souls. Here are five simple, meaningful ways families can support each other this month — and beyond:
Q&A with Our Founder Bill Ades | Inspiration Behind Llamaste Family Yoga

Q&A with Our Founder Bill Ades | Inspiration Behind Llamaste Family Yoga

1. What inspired you to start Llamaste Family Yoga?
Llamaste Family Yoga was inspired through a collaboration between myself and my son who at the time was 11 centered around, well you guessed it, the llama. Llamas are fun, loyal, congenial and generally chill.
5 Fun Ways to Get Your Family to Try Yoga Together

5 Fun Ways to Get Your Family to Try Yoga Together

If you’re looking for ways to get your family to try yoga, here are five fun approaches that’ll make everyone excited to join in

3 Meditations for Kids

3 Meditations for Kids

Laughing is the most silly way to introduce meditation to your child, while also spending some time with them and bonding in a playful way. For this, we recommend taking a few minutes to sit with your kiddo and just laugh together. It might start out a bit forced, but will surely end up in honest humor after a while. This method is surprisingly a great way to introduce meditation for children and can help to reset their focus and concentration.

February 02, 2025 — Bill Ades
Valentine’s Gift Guide for Yoga Lovers

Valentine’s Gift Guide for Yoga Lovers

Grab some gifts for your yogi loved ones this Valentine’s Day. We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite items that the yoga lovers in your life will absolutely adore. Celebrate love day with some gift giving!   

February 02, 2025 — Bill Ades
Winter Grab ‘n Go Ice Cube Recipes

Winter Grab ‘n Go Ice Cube Recipes

Our team put together some quick and easy go-to ice meal prep methods that are especially helpful for families on-the-go during the winter season. This ice cube based meal prep is ideal for families with busy schedules during the winter season that are looking for quick family-friendly meals that can be prepared with ease in advance. Check them out below and let us know what you think.  

January 28, 2025 — Bill Ades
A Guideline for Setting New Year’s Yoga Resolutions

A Guideline for Setting New Year’s Yoga Resolutions

 

As the new year approaches, it’s a great time to set some goals for your yoga practice. No matter where you are in your yoga journey, you can set goals for the new year to help you step onto the mat with a fresh perspective. Here is a guideline for setting your own resolutions this upcoming year. 

December 31, 2024 — Bill Ades
Yoga Poses for the Whole Family

Yoga Poses for the Whole Family

If you’ve been wanting to try a family yoga class out, but aren’t sure if your family will enjoy it, here’s some poses to test the waters out first. Although, we are one hundred percent confident that your family will absolutely enjoy it. But, go ahead and give these a shot first, if you don’t trust us. 

December 16, 2024 — Bill Ades
2024 Holiday Gift Guide

2024 Holiday Gift Guide

Prep for the holidays with our annual gift guide for your yogi loved ones. Our staff has put together a list of our favorite gift-worthy items below for yoga lovers of all ages. Get a head start on holiday shopping and don’t forget that all of our apparel, including the items listed below, will be available to purchase in-studio for our upcoming trunk show from November 24th-December 8th 2024.  
November 24, 2024 — Bill Ades
Gratitude Practices for the Holiday Season

Gratitude Practices for the Holiday Season

As the holidays quickly approach, it’s a great opportunity to tune into the energy of gratitude. The holidays are often a time of gathering with loved ones, celebrating festivities, and practicing gratitude for how much abundance we have in our lives. Below are some ways to reflect and express gratitude as you move through this holiday season
November 09, 2024 — Bill Ades