I think we all can agree that in 2020 and beyond, we all need a little bit of relaxation, stretching and mindfulness. It can do our bodies and minds a whole lot of good! Choosing the right place where you feel comfortable to be yourself on your own matt, can be a big decision. Luckily for our North Central NJ residents, in the suburban towns of NYC, we have lot a of great choices for yoga and pilates studios right in our local communities.

We've compiled a list of some of the best yoga and Pilates places, recommended by locals, so you can start working on your downward dog, child's pose and more while achieving maximum relaxation.

Located in some of our small towns in Somerset County, Central NJ like Basking Ridge, Far Hill, Warren, Bedminster, Bernardsville and Union County towns of Scotch Plains, Cranford, Garwood, New Providence!

We hope that this guide of resident recommended yoga studios will get you started on your intentional fitness journey!

Namaste!

 

1. Onyx Yoga Studio

45 Mountain Boulevard, Warren NJ.

A center for both yoga and Pilates, Onyx offers a community environment where you can join thousands of students and feel better than you ever imagined. Offering over 60 classes a week, Onyx also provides yoga teacher training, workshops, and retreats.

 

2. Premier Pilates & Yoga

53 Mountain Boulevard, Warren NJ.

Featured on BravoTV and the show Jerseylicious on the Style Network, Premier Pilates & Yoga offers a variety of yoga and Pilates classes and is the only fully-equipped Pilates studio in Central New Jersey.

The studio also offers yoga and Pilates classes for kids, tweens and teens, but most notable they specialize in prenatal yoga, perfect for expecting mothers who want to continue or develop a yoga routine.

 

3. Yoga Essence Studio

43 Floral Avenue, New Providence, NJ 07974 

This relaxing health and fitness studio teaches people of all ages (yes, you read it right!), the healing power of Yoga. Classes include meditation, Yoga for advanced members, Yoga 101 for beginners, Kids' Yoga, and Pre-Natal Yoga. Yoga Essence studio also offers to host yoga parties or private yoga sessions. Truly something to look forward to for energizing your mind and soul!

 

4. Dakini Movement

51 Mount Bethel Road, Warren NJ.

Dakini means "the female embodiment of enlightened energy," which sounds like some pretty powerful stuff! This aerial movement yoga studio based in Warren, NJ gives Warren residents the chance to work out in an entirely new way. Dakini's unique style of movement combines yoga, pole dancing, and ballet to challenge your body and soul to reach new heights.

If you'd rather not use a pole, that's no problem—there are plenty of classes, workshops and special events that are "off-the-pole." If you're looking for a slightly different experience, stop in and meet Jeanine, the creator of the Dakini Sensual Movement, to learn more.

 

5. Yoga & Healing Center

1744 E 2nd St, Scotch Plains NJ 07076.

Just a 20-minute drive from Warren, this dynamic health center offers so much more than just yoga. Besides standard yoga classes for both beginners and advanced yogis, the center also offers hot yoga, Soul Sweat Asana, YHC Open Flow, Primordial Sound Meditation, and On Point Therapeutic Massage. Learn more about their eclectic offerings here!

 

6. M Pilates & Yoga

300 South Avenue (2nd Floor), Garwood, N.J. 07027.

When it comes to fitness and health, Moxie Pilates & Yoga realizes that it's important to take a holistic approach. Their studio offers Pilates, cycling, strength and yoga classes, and also has nutrition and lifestyle coaching available.

They also have a few excellent opportunities for tweens and teens! These classes help teach young yogis how to relax through using yoga breathing techniques and how to practice yoga as a fitness activity, all while building confidence in a safe environment.

 

7. Alluem Yoga

347 Lincoln Avenue East | Cranford, NJ 07016

The variety of classes offered at Alluem Yoga is a seriously impressive one: they offer yoga for beginners, families, kids, teens, pre-natal, and even rock yoga (as in music with electric guitars!) and chair yoga! Just reading the class descriptions helps me feel more relaxed.

If you're a beginner, no worries—there's even a helpful FAQ page on their website to help get you started.

 

8. Glow Yoga

580 Allen Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

Glow Yoga is all about getting the whole family involved! There are all kinds of classes geared towards parents and children together, classes for kids, tweens, and teens, and there are even classes where day care is provided. Yoga classes to promote fertility, as well as pre-natal and post-natal classes are available. Don't have kids and just want some good ol' fashioned yoga? They have that too, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro. They also offer pilates, barre, yoga wall, chair yoga and restorative classes.

 
 

9. Honor Yoga Warren

9 Mount Bethel Road, 07059.


Providing a sustainable community of healing is something that Honor Yoga Warren aims to give to everyone who will take a space in the mats on their studio. They have an offering of an approachable and loving environment that focuses on honoring your mind, body and self through the practice of yoga. They have many class styles and options to suit a wide variety of skills, needs, and comfort levels, from Yoga, Meditation, Aerial, Parties, Teacher Training, Retreats, and more.

 
 
 

10. Greater Somerset County YMCA

140 Mount Airy Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.

Our local YMCA's are packed with programs and classes, and they certainly don't skimp when it comes to their yoga and Pilates offerings. The Greater Somerset County YMCA offers tons of Yoga classes, including classes that combine both Pilates and yoga, Yoga for Dudes!, Family Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, yoga for kids and teens, and more.