Community Classes gold coast

move with us in community
Free & Low-Cost Yoga + Pilates Across the Gold Coast
At Essence of Living, we believe that movement is a gift, and everyone deserves to receive it—no matter their age, income, or experience.
For over 20 years, we’ve offered low-cost and no-cost yoga and Pilates classes from Coolangatta to Coomera, as a proud partner of the Gold Coast Active & Healthy Program.
These classes are more than exercise—they are soulful gatherings where breath meets movement, and community meets care. Whether under the open sky or in a quiet hall, our classes are an invitation to slow down, connect, and come home to your body.
Who These Classes Are For
💛 First-timers seeking a gentle, welcoming start
🌸 Mums, dads, retirees, carers—all ages and abilities
🌈 Long-time movers looking to reconnect in community
🌻 Anyone craving affordable, heart-led movement close to home
If you’re breathing, you’re ready. These classes are designed for you.
Where You’ll Find Us
🧘 Community centres & halls
🌳 Outdoor parks & beaches from Coolangatta to Coomera
🤝 Council venues supported by the Active & Healthy Program
🌺 Occasional pop-ups at local markets and events
✨ No need to book—just come as you are. Bring a mat (if you have one), a water bottle, and an open heart.
Why We Do This
Because yoga and Pilates change lives.
Because movement heals.
Because community is the medicine we all need more of.
Thanks to the continued support of the City of Gold Coast’s Active & Healthy Program, we’re able to offer these nourishing practices at little to no cost, helping you feel strong, steady, and supported—week after week, year after year.
Join Us
🗓 Check out our weekly timetable below
📍 Follow us on [Instagram/Facebook] for updates, changes & new class pop-ups
📥 Questions? Reach out—we’d love to welcome you
new to class, see our schedule
Term 2 - Tues 22 April to Sun 22 June
Active & Healthy Schedule
Monday
7:30am-8:30am | Yoga | Kirra Hall | $5 Cash
9:15am-10:15am | Yoga | Broadbeach Cultural Centre | $8 Cash
6:00pm-7:00pm | Pilates | Carrara Community Centre | FREE
Tuesday
6:00am-6:45am | Pilates | GC Rec Precinct
Palm Beach | $5.15 Card
Wednesday
9:15am-10:15am | Yoga | Broadbeach Cultural Centre | $8 Cash
10:30am-11:15am | Pilates | Broadbeach Cultural Centre | $5 Cash
Thursday
6:00am-6:45am | Pilates | GC Rec Precinct
Palm Beach | $5.15 Card
6:30am-7:30am | Yoga | Thorn Park | $5 Cash
7:30am-8:30am | Yoga | Kirra Hall | $5 Cash
9:00am-9:45am | Pilates | Palm Beach Aquatic Centre | $8 Cash
Friday
8:30am-9:15am | Pilates | Carrara Community Centre | FREE
9:00am- 10:00am | Slow Yoga | Coomera Community Centre | FREE
9:30am-10:15am | Pilates | Carrara Community Centre | FREE
10:30am-11:30am | Yoga | Carrara Community Centre | FREE
Saturday
7:00am-8:00am | Yoga | Robina Greenheart Parklands | FREE

kids yoga
We are proud to be apart of All Saints Anglican School Kids Yoga & Mindfulness Movement (Prep-Year 3). Our intention is to instil life long skills to be able to move, breathe & be present with kindness & awareness in our bodies, minds & hearts.
term 2 29th April - 17th June
Frequently asked questions

- Please arrive 10 minutes before each session starts
- Note all Yoga sessions are 1hr however Pilates sessions are 45min
- Bring your own yoga mat
- Outdoor classes bring a waterproof picnic rug or towel for under your mat
- Wear comfortable clothing
- Beginners are welcome
- For outdoor venues, in the case of rain, sessions will be cancelled
- No sessions on Public Holidays
eSSENCE, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME
With more than 400 different yoga, pilates, barre, yin & meditation sessions that you can enjoy exactly where you are, as you are! These sessions are perfect for those with limited time & resources, yet want maximum results.
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