What is Monarch’s Outdoor Yoga Class Series?

Before there were studio walls, full schedules, or front desks, there were mats in the park.

During the early days of the pandemic, Michelle Dillon started hosting outdoor yoga classes around Philadelphia as a way to stay connected through movement. What began as a small offering quickly grew into something much bigger. The community showed up—for fresh air, for grounding, and for each other.

That momentum is what led to the opening of Monarch Kensington, followed by Northern Liberties, and now a third studio on the way.

Outdoor yoga classes aren’t just something we offer—they’re where Monarch began. Every season, we return to that foundation in May, we are back outside where it all began! If you are new here or don’t know Monarch’s origin story,

Where Can You Take Outdoor Yoga Classes in Philly with Monarch?

You’ll find us all over the city throughout the season—parks, rooftops, and neighborhood spaces that make it easy to step into a class without overthinking it.

Most of our outdoor offerings are $5 flows, making them accessible, flexible, and easy to drop into. Whether you’re brand new or part of the community already, these classes are designed to feel open, welcoming, and a little more relaxed than your typical studio setting.

What Is the Parks on Tap Yoga Schedule for May?

We’re back partnering with Parks on Tap, bringing yoga to a new park each week:

• April 30 – Markward Park

• May 7 – FDR Park

• May 14 – Matthias Baldwin Park

• May 21 – Clark Park

• May 28 – Fairmount Water Works

Expect a laid-back flow and the option to stay and hang after class.

What Other Outdoor Yoga Pop-Ups Are Happening Around the City?

If you’re looking to build a routine, these classes are happening every week:

Yoga on the Banks (25th and Locust @ The Schuylkill River Trail) – $5 flows

• Mondays & Wednesdays - 6pm - 7pm

• Fridays - 4pm - 5pm

• Saturdays & Sundays - 8:30 - 9:30am

Clark Park (West Philly) – $5 flows

• Tuesdays & Thursdays — 6:00–7:00pm

• Saturdays & Sundays — 10:00–11:00am

Port Richmond Parks – $5 flows

Powers Park

• Mondays & Fridays — 6:15pm

Pulaski Park

• Saturdays & Sundays — 9:30am

Norris Square (Kensington) – $5 flows

• Saturdays — 9:00–10:00am

• Sundays — 5:00–6:00pm

Lotus Roof Deck – $10 Drop-in

Every Tuesday in May at 6:30pm

Monarch Roof Deck (171 Berks Street) – Drop-in

• Monday — 7:00–7:45am Power Flow

• Tuesday — 7:00–7:45am Power Flow

• Thursday — 7:15–8:15pm Slow Flow