Breathe. Move. Listen.
Nature is waiting.
Stretch near the giraffes. Flow beside the rhinos. Pose by the red pandas.
This summer, Summer Yoga brings you to a new corner of the Zoo — with a rotating lineup of featured animals as your backdrop. From the Arctic Ring of Life to the giraffe habitat, no two classes are the same (but all of them are spectacular).
Classes are held on select summer mornings and evenings and guided by certified instructors. Whether you’re new to the mat or a seasoned yogi, this unique outdoor experience invites you to connect with movement, breath and the animals who call the Zoo home.
What to Expect
- A 60-minute yoga class held near a different habitat each week
- Certified instructors leading all-levels sessions
- Complimentary parking and Zoo admission
- Engaging chats with Zoo staff
Summer Yoga at the Zoo Tickets
Zoo members get discounted ticket rates. Not a member? Become one today.
Admission is for ages 13+ and advanced registration is required.
Please bring your own mat and reusable water bottle.
Single
A la Carte Sessions
Admission to one morning and/or evening Yoga session of your choosing
Complimentary Detroit Zoo admission ticket*
Parking
5-Class Punch Pass**
Admission to five morning and/or evening Yoga sessions of your choosing
Complimentary Detroit Zoo admission ticket*
Parking
Summer Yoga Locations (July, August)
| JULY | |||
| Date | Time | Location | Chat Time |
| Jul. 7 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Tiger | 9 a.m. |
| Jul. 8 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Lions | 4:45 p.m. |
| Jul. 9 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Giraffes | 9 a.m. |
| Jul. 10 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Polar bears (Tunnel) | 4:45 p.m. |
| Jul. 14 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Gorillas | 9 a.m. |
| Jul. 15 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Zebras/wildebeest | 4:45 p.m. |
| Jul. 16 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Wolves | 9 a.m. |
| Jul. 17 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Camels | 4:45 p.m. |
| Jul. 21 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Japanese macaques | 9 a.m. |
| Jul. 22 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Grizzlies | 4:45 p.m. |
| Jul. 23 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Red pandas | 9 a.m. |
| Jul. 24 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Tiger | 4:45 p.m. |
| Jul. 28 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Chimps | 9 a.m. |
| Jul. 29 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Lions | 4:45 p.m. |
| Jul. 30 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Gorillas | 9 a.m. |
| Jul. 31 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Giraffes | 4:45 p.m. |
| AUGUST | |||
| Date | Time | Location | Chat Time |
| Aug. 4 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Polar bears (Tunnel) | 9 a.m. |
| Aug. 6 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Zebra/wildebeest | 9 a.m. |
| Aug. 7 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Wolves | 4:45 p.m. |
| Aug. 11 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Rhinos | 9 a.m. |
| Aug. 12 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Red pandas | 4:45 p.m. |
| Aug. 13 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Giraffes | 9 a.m. |
| Aug. 14 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Camels | 4:45 p.m. |
| Aug. 18 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Tiger | 9 a.m. |
| Aug. 19 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Lions | 4:45 p.m. |
| Aug. 20 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Gorillas | 9 a.m. |
| Aug. 21 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Wolves | 4:45 p.m. |
| Aug. 25 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Polar bears (Tunnel) | 9 a.m. |
| Aug. 26 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Rhinos | 4:45 p.m. |
| Aug. 27 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Grizzlies | 9 a.m. |
| Aug. 28 | 5 – 6 p.m. | Red pandas | 4:45 p.m. |
Yoga for a Purpose
Your participation in Summer Yoga at the Zoo supports the Detroit Zoological Society’s mission to protect animals, wild places and the connections we share. Every stretch, breath and pose contributes to conservation and care — in your body and the world it inhabits.
*Accessible via your Yoga at the Zoo ticket barcode. Daytime Zoo admission tickets cannot be used prior to your class date.
**5-Class Punch Pass ticket holders are required to register for all five of their desired classes at point of purchase.
Yoga sessions are coed and limited to guests ages 13 years and older. Guests under the age of 18 require parental consent to participate. Guests must be at least 16 years old to attend without a parent or guardian.
Please bring your own mat and reusable water bottle. Indoor space available in case of rain
All locations are subject to change. The animals living at the Detroit Zoo choose where to spend time within their habitats, and they may choose to be out of sight. We appreciate your understanding and support of our goal to provide the best possible care for the animals who call the Detroit Zoo home
