Puppy Yoga Club: The Happiest Workout in San Diego 

San Diego has a new way to feel good — and it comes with wagging tails. 

It’s called Puppy Yoga, and yes, it’s exactly what it sounds like: gentle yoga surrounded by playful, heart-melting puppies. 

Now open in La Jolla and Ocean Beach, Puppy Yoga Club brings the ultimate feel-good experience to Southern California. With more than 25 studios across the U.S. and Canada, this joyful concept is redefining wellness — one downward dog and one puppy cuddle at a time. 

Wellness with a Wag 

Each class lasts an hour, but the happiness lingers long after. Participants move through light, accessible yoga flows while adorable puppies roam freely, nuzzling hands, rolling on mats, and reminding everyone that joy can be simple. 

“It’s impossible not to smile,” says Emma, a regular at the La Jolla studio. “You go in for yoga, and you leave glowing — inside and out.” 

Beyond the laughs and photos, the benefits are real: Puppy Yoga reduces stress, boosts mood, and releases endorphins. The combination of mindful movement and puppy affection creates what many call the happiest workout in America. 

Good for You — and Even Better for Them 

Here’s the heart of it all: the puppies aren’t props; they’re part of a purpose. 

Each session features puppies from trusted partners and local rescues, giving them early socialization and a loving, safe environment before adoption. 

“For rescue puppies, this is priceless,” explains a Puppy Yoga Club coordinator. “They meet dozens of gentle, caring people, which helps them grow into confident, social dogs — and many find their forever homes thanks to these classes.” 

This community-driven model not only supports wellness for participants but also promotes animal welfare and responsible adoption. Every stretch and snuggle counts. 

From Coast to Coast — and Right Here in San Diego 

What started as a single studio has blossomed into a North American movement. Today, Puppy Yoga Club operates in over 25 cities — from Los Angeles to New York, Toronto to Miami — and continues to expand with a growing team of more than 80 passionate instructors and coordinators. 

In San Diego, the La Jolla studio offers ocean-breeze tranquility and light-filled spaces that mirror the city’s laid-back charm, while the Ocean Beach location captures its signature bohemian vibe — all paws and positivity. 

Both studios are designed to be calm, cozy, and photo-ready, with mats waiting, puppies playing, and smiles guaranteed. 

Science Meets Soul 

Research shows that spending time with dogs increases oxytocin (the “love hormone”) and reduces cortisol (the stress hormone). Combine that with yoga’s physical and mental benefits, and you’ve got a formula for well-being that’s as effective as it is adorable. 

“After a Puppy Yoga class, you feel like the best version of yourself,” says cofounder Lancelot Morin. “Relaxed, connected, and genuinely happy.” 

Join the Movement 

Whether you’re a lifelong yogi or a dog lover looking for something new, Puppy Yoga Club offers a moment of escape from everyday stress — a place where laughter replaces pressure and joy takes center stage. 

And for the true puppy lovers — the ones who can’t get enough of soft paws and happy faces — the club offers a membership program that lets you meet new puppies at every class. Each week brings a fresh group of furry friends from partner rescues and trusted breeders, giving members the chance to bond with different puppies, support their early socialization, and maybe even meet “the one” they’ll take home. 

It’s not just fitness; it’s a lifestyle — a joyful ritual that connects people, puppies, and purpose. 

Classes are open to all levels, and spots fill fast. Participants can also learn about the rescue partners featured each week and even begin the adoption process right after class. 

Where Wellness Meets Warmth 

At its core, Puppy Yoga Club is about connection — between humans and animals, between calm and play, between self-care and community. It’s proof that wellness doesn’t have to be serious to be transformative. 

And in a city like San Diego — where sunshine, surf, and smiles come naturally — Puppy Yoga feels right at home. 

So, roll out your mat, take a deep breath, and get ready to meet the happiest instructors in town — the four-legged kind. 

Puppy Yoga Club is now open in La Jolla and Ocean Beach, with new locations coming soon across California. 

Visit puppy-yogaclub.com to book your class or learn more about upcoming rescue puppy sessions.