On the Riverside Park South waterfront, NYC Parks' free Summer on the Hudson series hosts open-air yoga right beside the river, where you can flow through poses with boats drifting by and the skyline in view. The all-levels session welcomes beginners and regulars alike, and there's something genuinely restorative about practicing outdoors with the Hudson breeze. If you want a free, scenic reset on the West Side, this riverside class is hard to beat.
What to expect
A guided yoga session on the waterfront combining gentle stretching, breathing and flowing sequences, led by an instructor and adaptable to different experience levels. Expect a peaceful riverside setting, open sky overhead, and a friendly, unintimidating crowd of fellow practitioners.
Good to know
- Held on the Riverside Park South waterfront—take the 1 to 66th St or the path down from the Upper West Side
- Free; no experience or registration required
- Bring your own mat, water and a layer for after class
- Sun protection helps for daytime sessions on the open waterfront
- Sessions depend on weather, so check the Summer on the Hudson schedule
- All levels welcome—modify poses as needed
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Common questions
Do I need to bring a mat?
Yes, it's best to bring your own mat, along with water.
Is it free?
Yes, it's part of NYC Parks' free Summer on the Hudson series.
Is it beginner-friendly?
Yes—the class welcomes all levels and poses can be modified.
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