Black Yoga and Wellness Resources to Support
The word “yoga” translates to union or oneness. However, the yoga and wellness spaces aren't reflective of its diverse participants. The lack of racial diversity, representation, and accessibility in the wellness world has played a large role in perpetuating the oppression and discrimination of Black and Indigenous people of color.
More diversity and inclusion in the yoga and wellness industries is long overdue, and it's time to create permanent change. We invite you to join us in cultivating a stronger sense of inclusion, belonging, and connection — in the yoga community, and beyond. Here are some resources to inspire action for lasting change.
BLACK YOGA + WELLNESS PROFESSIONALS
• Ashley Limehouse (@yogi_mama_ash) — Yoga Teacher + Co-Creator of BRWN Girl Talk
• Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts (@chelsealovesyoga) — Yoga Teacher + Founder of Red Clay Yoga
• Koya Webb (@koyawebb) — Yoga Teacher + Founder of Get Loved Up Wellness Community
• Latham Thomas (@glowmaven) — Doula + Founder of Mama Glow
• Lesa Green (@themixtechnique) — Personal Trainer + Host of the "ChocoLumpia Lessons" Podcast
• Shanna Tyler (@shannatyler_) — Wellness Blogger + Founder of Self Soul Sport®
BLACK-OWNED YOGA STUDIOS (With Livestream Classes)
• Moms at OM (@momsatom.la) — Los Angeles, CA
• The Haji Healing Salon (@hajihealingsalon) — Chicago, IL
• Align Yoga (@alignbrooklyn) — Brooklyn, NY
• Seeking Space Yoga (@seekingspaceyoga) — Portland, OR
• Embrace Yoga (@embraceyogadc) — Washington, DC
YOGA, HEALTH, AND WELLNESS BLOGS
• Brown Girl Self-Care
• Black Girl In Om
• Embracing Equity
• The Melanated Maven
BLACK YOGA AND WELLNESS ORGANIZATIONS
• Africa Yoga Project
• Black Yoga Teachers Alliance
• Red Clay Yoga
• The Holistic Life Foundation
• Therapy for Black Girls
ANTI-RACISM RESOURCES
• Anti-Racism Daily
• Anti-Racism Project
• Rachel Ricketts' Anti-Racism Resources
• Showing up for Racial Justice Educational Toolkit
Let's make a real difference—together. How have you been showing your support? Share your resources with us in the comments below!
