Beer Yoga? Meeting Weekly at Brewery in Alexandria

Beer and yoga, together? It’s a thing now, in Alexandria.

AbellaYoga and Port City Brewing have teamed up to offer Beer Yoga every Tuesday night. It’s popular. The next class, scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, only had one space left Wednesday morning. Classes are held Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the brewery, 3950 Wheeler Ave. in Alexandria.

You must register in advance. A $15 fee covers the class and a post-yoga pint. Patrons are asked to bring a yoga mat, bottle of water and towel. It’s suggested you wear comfortable clothing you can easily move in, and bend and stretch. The brewery temperature fluctuates with the weather, so it is also advised to wear layers.

The yoga class is suitable for beginners and experienced students, and “will challenge your balance, strength and flexibility.” Patrons are guided through basic and advanced yoga poses, and learn breathing techniques to help alleviate physical tension and mental stress. All levels of experience are welcome.

Toast your yoga workout afterward at Port City, which was recently recognized as Best Local Brewery by Washington City Paper.

AbellaYoga, based in Arlington, brings yoga classes to companies and other locations. Tickets go on sale for Beer Yoga on Tuesdays at 8 a.m.

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PHOTO of Beer Yoga at Port City courtesy of Port City via Twitter

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