Hybrid classes

Bored with simply stretching? Hybrid offerings might catch your interest:

ACROYOGA JAM Yoga for those who’ve always wanted to perform in Cirque du Soleil. It blends yoga poses with acrobatics. Offered at The Yoga Sanctuary, 2 College St., 8limbs2heartsyoga.com. SWING YOGA I believe you can fly . . . this class involves yoga moves done on long, hammock-like scarves. Get adrenaline going with upside-down moves that stretch your body. Prashanta Yoga Studio, 447 Davisville Ave., prashantayoga.com HOT ROCK YOGA Forget chanting, this hot yoga class is done to rock music. Tula, 47 Fraser Ave., tulahotyoga.com JOCK YOGA This “contemporary, challenging and fun” routine aims to appeal to those who normally wouldn’t find yoga appealing. Bootcamp version optional. Various locations; jockyoga.com YOGA BY CANDLELIGHT A restorative yoga class, made more relaxing because it’s all done by candlelight. 889 Yoga and Wellness Spa, Four Seasons Toronto, 889 Yonge St., 889yoga.com LAUGHTER YOGA Chanting, laughter and simple yoga movements combine in this lighthearted class. Various locations; laughteryoga.org. CORE FUSION Pilates and yoga meet in this combo class that adds ab and back work to a yoga routine. Chopra Yoga, 350 Queens Quay W., Unit 204., choprayoga.com YOGA BARRE Pilates and yoga not enough for you? Add dance-based conditioning and a few free weights to the mix. Chopra Yoga, 350 Queens Quay W., Unit 204., choprayoga.com HOT ROCK YIN YOGA Hot yoga with a twist — instead of heat coming from radiations, it comes from infrared rocks. First snooze or meditate on them for 30 minutes, then do 60 minutes of Yin Yoga. Bonus: No smelly rooms. Iyashi Bedrock Spa, 2662 Yonge St., iyashibedrockspa.com YOGA FOR RUNNERS Classes focused on fixing imbalances and repetitive strain caused by running. Breathe Yoga Studio, 2253 Bloor St. W., breatheyogastudio.com QUEER YOGA A safe space for the LGBT community, including transgendered people. At Kula Yoga, 304 Brunswick Ave., kulayoga.com YOGA FOR STIFF MEN Based on the “use it or lose it” mantra, for men who want to increase their flexibility, tackle injuries and ease stress. Breathe Yoga Studio, 2968 Dundas St. W., breatheyogastudio.com YOGA FOR (LESS) STIFF MEN 2 For graduates of Yoga for Stiff Men. breatheyogastudio.com YOGA FOR MUSICIANS The renowned teacher BKS Iyengar said, “Yoga is like music . . . the rhythm of the body, the melody of the mind and the harmony of the soul create the symphony of life.” This class takes it to heart with movements designed to counterbalance the tension from playing an instrument. Esther Myers Yoga studio, 390 Dupont St., Suite 203., estheryoga.com NUDE YOGA FOR WOMEN Yes, the most interesting version we’ve found so far! Promises empowerment and self-confidence. Follow Your Bliss studio, various locations. followyourblisstoronto.ca FULL MOON YOGA Native and other traditions see the full moon energy as the time to renew ourselves each month. Several studios around town offer a special class with candlelight and live music to harmonize with this auspicious time. YOGA AND SPIN CLASS For those worried there’s not enough heart-pumping aerobic action in yoga, this two-in-one class is the ultimate in cross training. After 30 minutes of each, you’ll be fit and flexible. Spynga, 1415 Bathurst St., Ste. 302, spynga.com YUMBA YOGA DANCE Why not shake those hips before you stretch them? Combining Zumba-like moves and traditional poses, this class will help you open up. Aum Yoga Center, 468 Spadina Ave., aumcenteryoga.com Lisa Miriam Cherry