This weekend, our SportsMate crew got a unique experience of yoga with… puppies, and we can’t wait to share our emotions with you!
We headed to Puppy Sphere Yoga in the heart of Queen West, Toronto. If you’ve never heard of it, imagine this: gentle yoga flows, calming lights, and—best of all—a room full of playful, wiggly puppies ready to snuggle you mid-pose. Yes, it’s just as magical as it sounds.
From the moment we stepped into the studio at 639 Queen St. West, the vibe was calm, happy, and full of anticipation. We were welcomed with smiles and the soft patter of paws. The space is divided into two beautifully curated studios—Sun Studio, bathed in natural light, and Glow Studio, where we practiced under dreamy ambient lighting. We were in the Glow Studio, and the cozy atmosphere made it feel like we were in a little wellness bubble.
The session began with a gentle 45-minute yoga flow, suitable for all levels (thankfully, because some of us hadn’t done yoga in a while!). Just as we started to get into the rhythm of our stretches, the real stars arrived—a group of playful puppies, bouncing around the room, tugging on yoga mats, and occasionally flopping into our laps during child’s pose.
Needless to say, staying focused on our poses was not easy—but that was kind of the point. Laughter and joy filled the room as the puppies made their rounds, offering surprise cuddles and comic interruptions. One especially curious pup decided my shoelace was his new best friend. It was impossible not to smile.
After the yoga portion, we had about 30 minutes of pure puppy playtime—aka heaven. There were drinks available, from sparkling water to cold-pressed juices, and we took our time chatting, snapping photos, and soaking in all the good vibes.
By the end of our visit, our muscles were stretched, our hearts were full, and our camera rolls were overflowing with adorable puppy pics. Puppy Sphere was not just a yoga class—it was a full-on serotonin boost, and we left feeling recharged in every way.
If you’re looking for a fun, relaxing, and ridiculously cute way to spend your afternoon, we highly recommend checking out Puppy Sphere. Whether you’re into yoga or just in desperate need of puppy love (aren’t we all?), this is one experience that’ll leave you grinning for days.
Next week, we’ll share more puppy yoga spots in case you loved our experience and want to try it for yourself. Stay tuned for more of our offbeat adventures—and maybe we’ll see you next time on the mat (or in a puppy pile)!
