International Day of Yoga: The best teachers on YouTube to perfect your practice

From international superstars like Adriene Mishler to newcomers to watch like Tim Senesi

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On Sunday 21 June, yogis around the world will unite for the International Day of Yoga, an annual event dedicated to celebrating the ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originates from India.

While in normal times, people might have marked the day with a visit to their favourite yoga class, this year, they will have to celebrate at home given that much of the world remains in lockdown due to the coronavirus outbreak.

But that is no bad thing, particularly when you consider how many qualified yoga teachers have taken their teaching online during the pandemic.

It’s never been easier to find someone to teach you how to do a downward dog in your bedroom, but with so many yoga teachers now operating in the digital sphere, it can difficult to know which one to choose.

From industry juggernauts like Adrienne Mishler to fledgling newbies like Tim Senesi, here are the best yoga teachers on YouTube to help you make the most of this year’s International Day of Yoga.

Adriene Mishler

It’s hard to have a discussion about online yoga classes and not reference Adriene. With more than 7.74 million subscribers on YouTube, the former actor is renowned for her cheerful disposition and easy-to-follow routines.

Each of her classes serves a different purpose, meaning that on her channel you’ll find everything from “yoga for courage” and “yoga to feel your best” to “yoga for flexibility” and “yoga for runners”. There are more than 500 to choose from, so you’ll have no trouble finding something to suit your taste and ability.

The classes are rarely longer than 40 minutes, making them perfect for a lunchtime workout.

Visit Yoga With Adrienne here.

Tim Senesi

Tim Senesi is slowly becoming one of the names to note on the online yoga scene.

His 30-day challenge is renowned for introducing people to yoga and helping them to build the flexibility and core strength you need in order to practise regularly.

Senesi is regularly praised for his calm approach and is a great teacher for both beginners and those who want to take their yoga practice to the next level.

Visit Yoga With Tim here.

Tara Stiles

Another major player on the YouTube yoga scene, Tara Stiles boasts more than 329,000 subscribers and has more than 660 videos to keep you calm and supple in lockdown.

Whether you’re looking for a quick 10-minute vinyasa flow, or a total body workout, Stiles has you covered.

Visit Tara Stiles’ channel here.

Faith Hunter

If you’re just as interested in meditation as you are in yoga, Faith Hunter’s channel is the one for you.

Hunter’s routines focus on breathwork, mindfulness and moving in a way the is both physically and mentally healing.

Her calming videos will work wonders for anyone who is going through a tough time and wants to reconnect with their spirituality.

Visit Faith Hunter’s channel here.

Sarah Beth

Another industry titan, Sarah Beth has more than 949,000 subscribers on YouTube.

The variety for her videos is astronomical, with everything from 10-minute shoulder stretches to 20-minute routines designed to quell anxiety.

It’s easy to navigate your way around her channel, too, so you can find exactly the kind of yoga you want to practise, whether that be hatha, vinyasa, or even something more aerobic like ashtanga.

Visit Sarah Beth’s channel here.