The London best: Yoga classes

1. Yogasana with Stewart Gilchrist

Stewart is well-known in the yoga world for his fast-paced and invigorating classes. Expect to breathe deeply and sweat hard.

£16/90 mins at Alchemy, Camden. alchemythecentre.co.uk.

2. Quantum with Lara Baumann

For anyone who likes a highly dynamic class — with sequences designed to rebalance you.

£14/75 mins, Yotopia, Covent Garden, yotopia.co.uk.

3. Dharma Mittra with Mark Kan

The place to practise your advanced postures. Be prepared for lots of inversions and forearm balances.

£15/90 mins, Indaba, Marylebone, indabayoga.com.

4. Anusura with Bridget Woods Kramer

Growing in popularity, anusrua is a slower-paced practice that focuses on correct alignment of postures and self-reflection.

£16/90 mins, Triyoga, Chelsea/Primrose Hill, triyoga.co.uk.

5. Jivamukti with Durga Devi

A vigorous and flowing yoga style with breathing exercises and meditation — for beginners and well-versed yogis alike.

£15/90 mins, Jivamukti Yoga London, Ladbroke Grove, jivamuktiyogalondon.co.uk.