Tried Salty Dog while visiting Kure and it was awesome! Look forward to trying their beach yoga…read moretoo.

Sunrise yoga on the beach with Salty Dog yogi, Caroline, was truly a beautiful experience and a…read moregreat way to start the day. Getting up super early was definitely worth it. The class begins at 7am at the Tennessee Beach Access and lasts 1 hour. Caroline was warm, welcoming and made the practice good for all levels. She focused on our breath, gentle poses and our beautiful surroundings. Overlooking the sun rising over the ocean was so peaceful and rejuvenating as the waves crash on the beach. Also, it was cool to have the sand move under your towel. It actually cradled your body and hands in poses that was really great. Some of the flow movements were trickier with the sand but doable. I wished I had done this class earlier in the summer as they will not offer it during the colder months. I'll be checking out their other classes!

Wonderful space with positive energy and fantastic teachers. A place to learn about yoga if you…read moreare a beginner or to develop and strengthen an existing practice. The prices are great if you take advantage of the frequent specials or use the auto-withdrawl option for packages!

I was looking for a new yoga studio when I learned about the Laughing Lizard. The place is great…read moreand I enjoy the gentle yoga class taught by Jennifer. I have injuries that prevent me from taking the more advanced classes, but hope to work my way up eventually. I like that there are classes for every level rather than classes that are labeled as all level.

First time trying Southport Yoga Dock, a pretty new yoga studio, with a unique environment & view…read more The dock is large & can accommodate around 20 yogis or so. Our instructor for this morning, Carol, has been practicing for over 20 years & provided a great class with some deep stretches, balance sequences, warrior flows, and a lot of focus on the breath & letting go of what is not for you. Awesome instructor with a kind disposition. She even took a picture with me at the end! I really enjoyed this class, being out on the water made it a great experience. Very peaceful & blissful venue, even with the wind (which posed a challenge at times). Makes me wish I had something like this at home! Oh well, it will just make it sweeter to come back the next time I'm in town!

I love this little yoga studio! It's just a year old, but already becoming a staple in the…read morecommunity. I love that it is one big yoga room with NO mirrors. It helps with creating a calming and distraction free space. They have a bathroom and filtered water, safe to leave things in cubbies, blocks and bolsters and even some mats if you need to borrow one. Their schedule is varied throughout the week, including Hatha, sculpt, Hot vinyasa, slow flow and vinyasa. A highlight is they also have a physcial therapist and massage therapist within reach, so you can connect to either of those to help build your spiritual/emotional/mental health as well as physical. I'm excited to continue to come here and looking forward to the newest addition of their HOT style classes, where they use infrared heaters.

Went on a beautiful Wed morning for a mindfulness class while on vacation. Very clean, quiet, &…read morepeaceful ambiance. Was a great yoga class. Highly recommend.

Looking for year-round yoga on the beach? Checkout Gina's donation-based classes! She's got extra…read moremats and blankets, whether you're a local or just visiting. I've so appreciated her encouragement, positive energy, and her ability to customize the classes to the needs and abilities of whoever's in class that day. Mostly I just love being able to become centered within my body while connecting to the earth and nature. Don't miss this unique opportunity to actually salute the sun as it's rising over the roaring ocean waves just a few meters away from you. These pictures don't do it justice! (I'd call or text ahead to find out the class schedule, and then just show up on the beach slightly north of the Hampton Inn).

I love Gina's yoga classes. There is no pressure to be perfect and she's the queen of modifying…read morepositions so meet your appropriate edge. If you're a local to Carolina Beach or just passing through, Gina is the perfect way to break up the day, pause and breathe, allow your body and mind to be still, and move your body in a way that feels good! Her classes are al different and I love that she honors my time and can accommodate my requests in a way big classes cannot It's guaranteed that you'll make a friend along the way!

What a breathe of fresh air! Betsy is a down to earth instructor who gently guided the class…read morethrough our practice. As the name says we laughed a lot and I left class refreshed and ready for my day.

Wilmington Yoga Center is such peaceful haven! I appreciate the variety of different classes from…read morechallenging hot classes to calming restorative practices. The instructors are very knowledgeable and welcoming and everyone at check in greets you with a smile. The facility is spotless and spacious. If you're thinking of starting to practice yoga, this is a wonderful place to begin your journey! -Erin S.

Wilmington Yoga came highly recommended! I've taken 2 classes so far and enjoyed Them Both! Very…read moreFriendly and welcoming !They have classes at all levels , I felt very challenged and relaxed!

After a long week of being off my practice and on the road, I found The Breathing Space on the…read moreHolden Beach Causeway. My body & spirit rejoiced when I entered the small, neat studio. The lobby is a sunroom with cubbies, mats for rent and all the props you need to practice. The teacher, Diane, greeted me and showed me their quick check in process. We chatted and I immediately felt at home. Tonight's class was "Bliss Down", exactly what I needed after a week of dealing with life. The studio was a long back room with hardwood floors. The other students and I followed Diane's gentle, serene instructions. I love yoga studios that make you feel that it is your practice and it is not a competition. My body stretched and strengthened and sighed with pleasure. At the end, and I am always surprised when a good yoga session is over, while we were in sevasana, Diane treated us to a lavender temple message. When she pulled on my ears, I thought my spine was going to turn to jelly and sink through the floor, it was that relaxing! Then back to the real world - I will definitely visit again - $12 for that type of mind/body pampering is well worth it!

From the owner: The Breathing Space is a charming, laid back wellness studio by the sea that features yoga classes,…read moremassage therapy, and 'Sip & Sketch' (painting party) classes weekly, providing you with just what you need to relax and wind down during your vacation or-- create a healthy, healing space in the midst of your busy work week. Join us for one offering or... maximize your wellness with one of our special packages. Massages are by appointment only, and available during hours beyond the yoga studio schedule, so call now to arrange yours or purchase a Gift Certificate for someone special.

I would strongly caution anyone against booking with Island Retreat Spa. I was charged $175 for a…read moremassage I fully intended to attend, but the spa canceled my appointment without ever clearly confirming the cancellation with me. I initially contacted the spa to ask about canceling because I had an earlier ferry reservation. After learning I would be charged 100% of the service price, I rearranged my entire day so I could attend: I changed my ferry reservation and rescheduled a veterinary appointment in Wilmington. I then received an automated reminder confirming my 2:30 appointment, so I reasonably believed it was still scheduled. I arrived more than 30 minutes early, only to be told that the spa had decided to cancel my appointment and never had the masseuse come in that day. I received no massage, yet they still charged me the full $175. The manager on duty was dismissive and showed no interest in taking responsibility for the unclear communication. I later contacted management and gave them the opportunity to correct the situation, but they refused to refund me. Charging a customer in full for a service the business itself canceled--without clear confirmation and despite sending an appointment reminder--is completely unacceptable. What was most disappointing was not simply the mistake, but the total lack of accountability or basic customer care afterward. For a business operating in a vacation destination where guests already have to coordinate ferries and limited transportation, I expected far better. I will never book here again and would advise others not to risk it.

The yoga classes with Gill are AMAZING! She is an incredible yoga instructor, truly one of the best…read moreyoga classes I have ever taken. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!