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Find the yoga style that suits you.
Hatha, vinyasa, yin, Iyengar — the names on a studio timetable can be confusing. Here is what each style is really like, how hard it feels, and who it suits best.
Hatha Yoga
A steady, posture-by-posture style of yoga that balances movement, breath and relaxation — the best-known starting point for beginners.
Vinyasa Yoga
A flowing, breath-led style that links poses into continuous sequences — energising, creative and different every class.
Yin Yoga
A quiet, floor-based style where you relax into a few poses for several minutes each — slow, meditative and deeply stretching.
Restorative Yoga
A deeply relaxing style where the body is fully supported by bolsters, blankets and blocks — designed for rest, recovery and calm.
Iyengar Yoga
A precise, alignment-focused style that uses props and detailed instruction to make every pose safe and accessible.
Ashtanga Yoga
A disciplined, set sequence of poses linked by breath and practised the same way every time — demanding, traditional and deeply rhythmic.
Power Yoga
An athletic, fitness-focused style of flowing yoga that builds strength, stamina and heat.
Kundalini Yoga
A practice combining repetitive movement, strong breathwork, chanting and meditation — focused on energy and awareness more than posture.
Styles at a glance.
A quick guide to pace and effort. Every teacher is different, so always check the class description.
| Style | Pace | Intensity | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatha Yoga | Slow and steady | Gentle to moderate | Complete beginners who want to learn poses safely |
| Vinyasa Yoga | Continuous | Moderate to vigorous | People who enjoy movement and want to work up a sweat |
| Yin Yoga | Very slow | Gentle — but the stretch can feel strong | People with busy, stressful lives who want to slow down |
| Restorative Yoga | Very slow | Very gentle | Anyone feeling stressed, tired or burnt out |
| Iyengar Yoga | Methodical | Moderate | Beginners who want to learn poses thoroughly |
| Ashtanga Yoga | Brisk and continuous, following a fixed count of breaths for each pose and transition. | Vigorous | People who like structure, routine and measurable progress |
| Power Yoga | Fast and continuous, with strength holds and challenging transitions. | Vigorous | Fit, active people who want a challenging workout |
| Kundalini Yoga | Varied: repetitive movements and breathing exercises alternate with stillness, chanting and meditation. | Moderate — breathwork can be intense | People interested in breathwork, mantra and meditation |
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