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10 Beautiful Places to Experience Yoga in Fiji

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Where to Do Yoga in Fiji

Relaxation, rejuvenation and restoration: Fiji is undoubtedly one of the best places in the world to treat your mind, body and soul. The lush tropical forests, soft sandy beaches and crystal clear ocean waters make for some stunning locations to practice yoga. What’s more, there are plenty of resorts and yoga studios specially designed and located to show you what island yoga is all about. So roll up your yoga mat (or not – yoga mats are usually provided), pack your yoga pants and make your way to the breathtaking islands of Fiji. Start planning with this list of where to do yoga in Fiji.

1. Yoga in Fiji – Daku Resort

As any seasoned traveller to Fiji will tell you when you think about yoga in Fiji you think about the Daku Resort. With its own yoga “shala” overlooking the ocean and backed by the lush forest of the island Vanua Levu, the Daku Resort provides the perfect location for tranquillity. Around once a month, the resort offers week-long yoga retreats with two yoga lessons and three healthy meals a day, as well as excursions. They welcome retreaters of all levels.

Explore more of Vanua Levu with our 12 Amazing Things to Do on Vanua Levu.

yoga-in-fiji© Daku Resort

 

2. Island Yoga – Navutu Stars Resort

This is Fiji as you envisioned it: secluded white sand beaches, coconut palms swaying in the warm sea breeze and islands surrounded by turquoise waters. Situated on Yaqeta Island of the Yasawa Group, Navutu Stars Resort has its own free daily yoga classes with a blend of Ashtanga and Iyengar yoga. Private classes are also available. With a maximum of 20 guests only, the boutique resort is a distraction-free paradise to unwind and rejuvenate.

Check out more boutique resorts in Fiji here.

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3. Yoga Studio – Matanivusi Surf Resort

Tucked away on the southern coast of Viti Levu, otherwise known as the Coral Coast, the Matanivusi Surf Resort ticks all the boxes when it comes to looking after yourself and looking after the world around you. The eco surf resort might be better known for the surfing, but it’s also a top location for yoga retreats in Fiji. The resort also hosts daily yoga classes at their very own yoga studio looking into the rainforest.

Check out more 10 Feel-Good Fiji Eco Resorts.

Yoga-in-fiji-resorts© Matanivusi Surf Resort

 

4. Yoga Experiences – Koro Sun Resort

Retreat to this luxury resort in Vanua Levu, famous for its over-water bures, breathtaking sunsets and, of course, yoga retreats. Join regular retreats or organise your own with the divine Koro Sun Resort, or join one of their sessions of stand-up paddleboard yoga, yin yoga, acro yoga and meditation classes. The resort has one of the most stunning settings amidst lush rainforest overlooking the azure lagoon waters.

yoga-fiji© Koro Sun Resort

 

5. Kama Yoga Fiji

You don’t have to be staying in a yoga resort to have a blissful yoga experience in Fiji. Kama Yoga Fiji has yoga studios in Denarau, Nadi and the Coral Coast on Viti Levu – Fiji’s main island. The studios are perfect for travellers to work off some of those aches and pains from the flight to Fiji. Combine your session with one of Kama Yoga’s meditation classes for the ultimate rejuvenation of the mind, body and soul. Classes are available for beginner yogis all the way to the athletes.

Get more inspiration with things to do in Denarau, Nadi and the Coral Coast.

yoga in fiji islands© Kama Yoga Fiji

 

6. Stretch Yoga – InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa

Renowned for having a bit of everything, the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, of course, has yoga lovingly added to the mix. InterContinental Fiji encourages health and wellness at their 24-hour gym, offering Stretch yoga! The sessions deeply stretch your shoulders, hips and hamstrings to increase flexibility and relax sore muscles. In between yoga sessions, treat yourself to the InterContinental’s spa program with an authentic Fijian bure massage or play a round of 18-hole golf.

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7. Qamea Yoga – Qamea Resort & Spa

As one of the best spa resorts in Fiji, you can bet that Qamea Resort & Spa does yoga pretty darn well too! Not to mention, the raised yoga bure on the beach makes for a beautiful place to heal your being. Either join one of Qamea’s group classes or indulge in a private session, open to any type of yogi. While you’re there, it would be a crime not to mix yoga with one of their award-winning spa treatments. Find Qamea Resort just off Fiji’s third-largest island, Taveuni.

And don’t forget to discover Taveuni’s hidden gems with our 20 Wonderful Things to Do in Taveuni.

yoga-experiences-in-fiji© Qamea Resort & Spa

 

8. Fiji Yoga – Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort

Moments away from Savusavu Bay on the island of Vanua Levu, the yoga bures of the Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort. Listen to the waves rolling in as you partake in one of their early morning complimentary yoga sessions or treat yourself to a private yoga class. In between sessions, you might want to indulge in one of the resort’s spa and wellness programs where therapists use the naturally sourced Nui Health Fiji products, harvested by people in the neighbouring village.

fiji-yoga-resorts© Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort

 

9. Yoga Sessions – Taveuni Palms

Among the ancient rainforests of Fiji’s “Garden Island”, Taveuni, the Taveuni Palms Resort is a stunning location to do yoga in Fiji. While yoga classes are available at a fee, classes focus on helping you perfect your technique. You’ll also want to take advantage of their extensive spa menu to really help you unwind and discover what “Fiji time” is all about.

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10. Yoga Retreats & Pilates – Maqai Beach Eco Surf Resort

Nurture the body, mind and soul at one of the yoga and pilates sessions at the stunning Maqai Beach Eco Surf Resort on Qamea Island, Taveuni. The in-house practitioner has classes on a wide range of Indian style from Power yoga to slow-releasing Yin yoga. Rejuvenate with daily sessions or hone your technique with a private session. Either way, stretching on the ocean-overlooking yoga deck, you’ll know you’re in one of the best places to truly embrace island time.

pilates-and-yoga-fiji© Maqai Beach Eco Surf Resort

 

Author

Laura S.

This article was reviewed and published by Laura, editor in chief and co-founder of Fiji Pocket Guide. Since arriving solo in the South Pacific over 10 years ago with nothing but a backpack and a background in journalism, her mission has been to show the world how easy (and awesome) it is to explore a paradise such as Fiji. She knows the islands inside-out and loves sharing tips on how best to experience Fiji’s must-dos and hidden gems. Laura is also editor of several other South Pacific travel guides.

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