In recent years, outdoor yoga has become a popular way for yogis to connect with nature—but Blue Lotus Yoga in North Carolina is hosting its classes in an unusual setting.
At the historic Oakwood Cemetery, more than 150 yogis gathered before dawn and practiced sequences by the light of candles and headlamps. As well as inspiring a connection to nature, the unusual setting is bound to be a place that reminds of the importance of breath to life.
Although tombstones, rolling fog and other aspects of the spooky setting definitely have some spine-chilling properties, many attendees regard the outdoor yoga class as a celebration of life. As Carrington Jackson, a teacher at Blue Lotus Yoga puts it: "You’re halfway between heaven and earth, right here."
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Outdoor Yoga
- The trend of practicing yoga outdoors in unique settings provides opportunities for businesses to offer innovative yoga experiences that connect people with nature.
- Unconventional Locations
- The trend of hosting yoga classes in unconventional locations like cemeteries presents disruptive innovation opportunities to create unique and memorable wellness experiences.
- Celebration of Life
- The trend of using unusual settings like cemeteries for yoga classes allows participants to view the experience as a celebration of life and encourages a deeper connection to the present moment.
Where This Applies
- Wellness and Fitness
- The wellness and fitness industry can capitalize on the trend of outdoor yoga classes by offering specialized programs and equipment designed for different natural settings.
- Event Planning
- Event planning companies can explore the trend of hosting yoga classes in unconventional locations, such as cemeteries, to create memorable and unique experiences for their clients.
- Tourism and Travel
- The tourism and travel industry can tap into the trend of yoga in unconventional settings by creating yoga retreats and vacations that offer participants the opportunity to practice yoga in unique and inspiring locations.
