Paid Virtual Yoga Instruction
The transition to paid virtual yoga instruction carries advertisement-free practice, better video production quality, and a generally improved user experience. When comparing the costs to that of in-person training, you may find great value in the programs below.
Note that all platforms have free trial periods. It may be wise to try several platforms for free prior to committing to a membership. With all of the platforms to choose from, you can access high-quality content for free for several months. If you are not ready to commit to a program, simply cancel your membership prior to the end of your trial period to avoid being charged.
AloMoves
Content: Yoga, Fitness (e.g. Strength, HIIT, Pilates, Barre), Mindfulness (e.g. meditation, breathwork, sound baths), and Skill practice (e.g. how to teach, inversions, backbends, arm balances). Currently over 1,600 classes with new content released regularly
Target Audience: Caters to the seasoned yogi, but all classes are rated and organized according to difficulty (beginner-advanced) allowing for accessible classes regardless of experience
Cost: $20/month (billed monthly); $17/month (billed annually); Be on the lookout for regular seasonal promotions for membership as low as $12/month
Trial Period: 30 days (with the link below)
Unique Features: Very high production quality, ability to download classes for practice beyond the house on mobile devices, many world-renowned instructors
Gaia
Content: Yoga, Meditations, Documentaries, and Shows. Gaia offers a very wide range of content on the topic of spirituality & consciousness, releasing content weekly which spans several dimensions of wellness
Target Audience: Caters to the yogi looking for high quality instruction in their physical practice who is also interested in exploring their consciousness-focused films/shows which explore topics such as meditation, psychedelia, spirituality, and space
Cost: $12/month (billed monthly); $8.25/month (billed annually)
Trial Period: 7 days
Unique Features: High caliber instructors (e.g. Rodney Yee), Multilingual Content (English, Spanish, German, French), and exploration of unique topics
Yoga International
Content: Yoga, Meditations, and a wide variety of wellness and philosophy related courses
Target Audience: Caters to the yogis of all levels and those looking to expand beyond their physical practice
Cost: $20/month (billed monthly)
Trial Period: 14 days (standard) - visit related link for 30 days
Unique Features: More than 500 expert teachers are featured; Read what is included in your membership as some of their courses require an additional fee to access
Commune
Content: Wellness courses, Meditation, Yoga, Breathwork, & Community
Target Audience: Caters to individuals seeking personal development. Yoga is a lesser focus on this platform that others, but still offers very high quality yoga instruction for all levels
Cost: $30/month (billed monthly); $20/month (billed semiannually - 6mo) $15/month (billed annually)
Trial Period: 14 days
Unique Features: The wellness courses that are hosted here are with some of the most well-known experts in various fields. Courses can be purchased a la carte or you can access the entire library with membership
Do Yoga With Me
Content: Yoga, Meditation, & Breathwork
Target Audience: Caters to individuals seeking personal development. Yoga is a lesser focus on this platform that others, but still offers very high quality yoga instruction for all levels
Cost: $10/month (billed monthly); $8.25/month (billed annually)
Trial Period: 2 months (COVID-19 access)
Unique Features: This website offers a unique blend of free content with additional programs accessible with paid membership. They also have an extensive library freely accessible on YouTube. They host access to yoga programs developed for specific populations (e.g. Yoga for: carpal tunnel syndrome, absolute beginners, eating disorders, MMA, runners, etc.)
Ekhart Yoga
Content: Yoga, Articles, Meditation, Pilates, and an Academy (various yoga/wellness courses)
Target Audience: Caters to yogis of all levels and has content specifically designed for older adults (see Lyn Core)
Cost: $17.50/month (billed monthly); $15/month (billed annually)
Trial Period: 14 days
Unique Features: Expert instructors, programs to keep you on track in your practice, content designed for instructors, and a well-curated website.