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Revitalize Your Spirit, Mind, and Body at the Y

Our yoga classes will help you develop flexibility, strength and balance. By emphasizing symmetry of body and mind, classes will improve your body awareness, helping you live more comfortably.

YMCA Yoga Offerings

Experience the transformative power of yoga at the YMCA! Our yoga classes cater to all levels, promoting physical strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. Led by experienced instructors, our sessions offer a welcoming environment for relaxation and rejuvenation. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner, join us at the YMCA to enhance your well-being through the practice of yoga.

Chair Yoga

A gentle yoga that modifies traditional yoga poses to be done while seated in a chair. Suitable for all fitness levels.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
May 1–29, 2026 F 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 2–30, 2026 Tu 5:00 AM – 5:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 2, 2026 Tu 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jun 4, 2026 Th 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jun 5–26, 2026 F 8:00 AM – 8:50 AM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 9, 2026 Tu 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jun 11, 2026 Th 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jun 16, 2026 Tu 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jun 18, 2026 Th 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jun 23, 2026 Tu 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jun 25, 2026 Th 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jun 30, 2026 Tu 8:00 AM – 8:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register

Gentle Yoga

This gentle yoga class is designed for all fitness levels, focusing on slow, gentle movements and breathwork, to promote relaxation, flexibility and body awareness to harmonize the body and spirit.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jun 3, 2026 W 6:15 AM – 7:10 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 10, 2026 W 6:15 AM – 7:10 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 17, 2026 W 6:15 AM – 7:10 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 24, 2026 W 6:15 AM – 7:10 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Rooftop Yoga – Detroit Opera House – August Registration

Experience a unique yoga session on the rooftop of the iconic Detroit Opera House, hosted by the YMCA. Enjoy the views, breathe in the city energy, and flow through an all-levels class in this unforgettable setting. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind community event series!


Parking is available at the Detroit Opera House for participants of this event only. Please enter the surface lot from John R Street (near 327 John R Street).


All events on Sunday, 9:30am


June 14

July 19

August 9

Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Aug 9, 2026 S 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Rooftop Yoga – Detroit Opera House – July Registration

Experience a unique yoga session on the rooftop of the iconic Detroit Opera House, hosted by the YMCA. Enjoy the views, breathe in the city energy, and flow through an all-levels class in this unforgettable setting. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind community event series!


Parking is available at the Detroit Opera House for participants of this event only. Please enter the surface lot from John R Street (near 327 John R Street).


All events on Sunday, 9:30am


June 14

July 19

August 9

Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 19, 2026 S 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Rooftop Yoga – Detroit Opera House – June Registration

Experience a unique yoga session on the rooftop of the iconic Detroit Opera House, hosted by the YMCA. Enjoy the views, breathe in the city energy, and flow through an all-levels class in this unforgettable setting. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind community event series!


Parking is available at the Detroit Opera House for participants of this event only. Please enter the surface lot from John R Street (near 327 John R Street).


All events on Sunday, 9:30am


June 14

July 19

August 9

Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jun 14, 2026 S 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Yin Yoga

Yin yoga is a slower paced, yet challenging practice that focuses on deeper, longer stretching and longer held postures (ansanas) to target deep connective tissues while promoting flexibility, mobility and a deeper mind body connection.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
May 30, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 6, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 13, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 20, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 27, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Yoga

This class offers all the benefits of your usual yoga class by modifying poses with a yoga block, straps, and chairs, you can reduce stress and improve flexibility, balance, posture, strength, and mind-body awareness. It’s ideal for people with limited mobility, active seniors, or someone getting back into an exercise program.

Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jun 1–29, 2026 M 3:00 PM – 3:55 PM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 1–29, 2026 M 6:45 AM – 7:45 AM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 2, 2026 Tu 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 2–30, 2026 Tu 1:45 PM – 2:40 PM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 3, 2026 W 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 4, 2026 Th 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 4–25, 2026 Th 1:45 PM – 2:40 PM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 5, 2026 F 4:15 AM – 5:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 6, 2026 S 5:15 AM – 6:15 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 9, 2026 Tu 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 10, 2026 W 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 11, 2026 Th 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 12, 2026 F 4:15 AM – 5:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 13, 2026 S 5:15 AM – 6:15 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 16, 2026 Tu 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 17, 2026 W 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 18, 2026 Th 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 19, 2026 F 4:15 AM – 5:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 20, 2026 S 5:15 AM – 6:15 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 23, 2026 Tu 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 24, 2026 W 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 25, 2026 Th 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 27, 2026 S 5:15 AM – 6:15 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 30, 2026 Tu 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 1, 2026 W 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 2, 2026 Th 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 3, 2026 F 4:15 AM – 5:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 7, 2026 Tu 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 8, 2026 W 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 9, 2026 Th 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 10, 2026 F 4:15 AM – 5:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 11, 2026 S 5:15 AM – 6:15 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 14, 2026 Tu 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 15, 2026 W 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 16, 2026 Th 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 17, 2026 F 4:15 AM – 5:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 18, 2026 S 5:15 AM – 6:15 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 21, 2026 Tu 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 22, 2026 W 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 23, 2026 Th 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 25, 2026 S 5:15 AM – 6:15 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 28, 2026 Tu 2:15 AM – 3:00 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 29, 2026 W 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Yoga – Chair

This class is a unique Yoga style that adapts yoga positions and poses through creative use of a chair. The chair replaces the Yoga mat and becomes an extension of the body. Chair Yoga is suitable for all ages, fitness levels and physical conditions.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jun 1–22, 2026 M 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 3–24, 2026 W 7:00 AM – 7:50 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jun 4–25, 2026 Th 7:05 AM – 8:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 1–22, 2026 W 7:00 AM – 7:50 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 2–23, 2026 Th 7:05 AM – 8:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Aug 3–24, 2026 M 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Aug 5–26, 2026 W 7:00 AM – 7:50 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Aug 6–27, 2026 Th 7:05 AM – 8:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Aug 31 – Sep 21, 2026 M 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Sep 2–23, 2026 W 7:00 AM – 7:50 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Sep 3–24, 2026 Th 7:05 AM – 8:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Yoga – Gentle

Great for all fitness levels, this course offers a less intense style of yoga using gentle movements, simple poses, and concentrating on breathing.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
May 31 – Jun 21, 2026 S 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 7, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 21, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 28, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 5–26, 2026 S 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 12, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 26, 2026 S 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Boll Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Aug 2–23, 2026 S 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Aug 30 – Sep 20, 2026 S 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Yoga – Hatha

Hatha yoga class will involve a set of poses, breathing techniques and a dedicated relaxation/meditation segment. Hatha yoga is practised more slowly and with more static holds than a Vinyasa flow or Ashtanga class. Each poses will generally be held for a least three breaths, and poses will be on the floor and standing. Hatha yoga practitioners have demonstrated the following benefits in studies: better sleep; reduced stress; improved balance and core strength; relieved neck and back pain; improved flexibility and enhanced mindfulness.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jun 4–25, 2026 Th 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 2–23, 2026 Th 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Aug 6–27, 2026 Th 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Sep 3–24, 2026 Th 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Yoga – Slow Flow

Yoga with a strong emphasis on alignment, moving in a mindful manner with the breath at a slow to moderate pace. Poses are held long enough to adjust toward optimal alignment. Some poses are more challenging, but all are taught with modifications and props to make them more accessible to all levels of experience.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
May 1–29, 2026 F 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jun 5–26, 2026 F 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Yoga – Vinyasa

A Vinyasa class consists of breath-synchronized movements that connect to each other in order to create a flow. In contrast to the more athletic, intense style of Ashtanga, Vinyasa emphasizes the link between body movements, along with the powerful use of the breath.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jun 3–24, 2026 W 2:35 PM – 3:30 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Jul 1–22, 2026 W 2:35 PM – 3:30 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Aug 5–26, 2026 W 2:35 PM – 3:30 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Sep 2–23, 2026 W 2:35 PM – 3:30 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Yoga – Yin

This is a deep, soft, yet challenging practice that focuses on deeper, longer stretching and holding postures to help open the lower back, hips and sacrum. This guided flowing class helps work with the posture to open and heal sciatica, lower back and hip muscles and joints.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 1–22, 2026 W 6:00 AM – 6:50 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register
Aug 5–26, 2026 W 6:00 AM – 6:50 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register