The (late) arrival of spring means more yoga, more smoothies and more holistic happenings than ever before. From exciting events and festivals to must-try massages and even co-working spaces with a wellness edge, here’s how to treat both body and brain in London and beyond
1 Stretch out for VOGA on the Thames
On Saturday 22 April, you’re invited to join the team at VOGA for a first-of-its-kind class at Millbank, alongside the River Thames with the fabulous London city views. Voguettes are then invited to The Westminster Hotel for a post workout brunch, with a nourishing spread of smoothies, fresh fruit, granola bowls and some well-deserved bucks fizz.
The Westminster hotel sports a smooth yet edgy design, giving better-known neighbours a run for their money with a quirky look and innovative offerings. Following a recent multi-million pound conversion, there is certainly more than meets the eye at this luxury city hotel.
Located in one of London’s most famous destinations, VOGA on the Thames is a not to be missed experience in the city this summer. Fitness and Fashion fused with Yoga and Dance. It’s inspired by Ibiza, House Music, Vogue, and 80s Pop Culture. It bridges the gap between Yoga and Dance mixing Breath Synchonized Movement with Stylised Body Talk.
When: Saturday 22nd April 2023, 11am -1pm
Wallet: Tickets at £25.00 per person
How: Find out more and make a booking via house-of-voga.designmynight.com
2 Get a CBD massage with Radiance London
Let’s face it, life is stressful. Located in the heart of Fitzrovia, pay a visit to Radiance London for the OTO CBD Massage and let the experts melt tension away. The OTO Amplify Re-Energising Massage Experience at Radiance London begins with a meditative soundscape voyage before going into the muscle relieving massage that combines the therapists’ touch, bamboo rollers and carefully selected crystals. The CBD Amplify journey will conclude with a shot of the Amplify seltzer.
Radiance London is delighted to be partnering with OTO to bring the power of CBD to its guests. Delivering the world’s first sensory CBD-infused massage experiences that contain pure CBD isolate in the most luxurious massage oils to deliver muscular relaxation quickly and sound therapy to alter your state of consciousness, OTO’s aim is to balance homeostasis, release muscular tension, promote relaxation and manage stress. Sounds pretty perfect to us – see you on the table?
Where: 12 Charlotte Pl, London W1T 1SL
Wallet: £120.00 for 75 minutes.
How: Find out more and book a treatment via radiancelondon.co.uk
3 Try a co-working day at the Black & White Building
The newly opened Black & White Building, central London’s tallest timber building, features a dedicated yoga and barre studio on the lower ground floor, beside the indoor courtyard and open to the sunlight. Book a co-working day with The Office Group and enjoy a timetable of wellness activities focused on holistic health.
The studio also hosts Pilates, HIIT, breathwork and meditation classes, with the space freely available to members from across the wider TOG network (50+ flexible workspaces and offices in London, Bristol, Leeds) in between sessions. As Central London’s tallest timber building, biophilic design and the benefits of working around organic and natural materials further increase workplace wellbeing – ideal for staying productive and eco-minded at the same time.
Where: 74 Rivington Street, London EC2A 3AY
How: Find out more via theofficegroup.com
4 Mark your diary for Balance Festival
A must-book for anyone passionate about wellness in the city, Balance 23 will feature an exciting array of brands, instructors and speakers throughout the three-day event which become known for its action-packed schedule of classes, talks and of course, endless sample stands.
This year’s festival will shine a light on gut health, sustainability and plenty more – with world-class fitness trainers, yoga icons, wellness experts, inspiring chefs and next-generation food and lifestyle brands all set to attend.
Where: 91 Brick Ln, London E1 6QR
When: 19 – 21 May 2023
How: Find out more and make a booking via balance-festival.com
5 Take on a full body workout with Heba
Ideal for those that hate the traditional gym experience, Heba is designed to give you a full body workout for everything your body needs – whilst a team of studio instructors are there to make sure that you are looked after, no matter what your level. A form of pilates, the workout session uses a piece of equipment called the Nuforma ®, which puts your body in a position where the deep core muscles are always switched on. It works your body from the inside out and reaches parts that other exercise classes can’t get to.
The Nuforma ® has been designed to support you when you need it, and to challenge you all the way. You’ll get results and feel the benefits right from the start. With classes in Chelsea, Putney and Clapham (plus Windsor and Beaconsfield too) it’s ideal for an alternative way to get lean and feel empowered.
Where: Multiple locations
How: Find out more and make a booking via hebapilates.com
