Gentle yoga plus a friendly dog wandering between the mats makes this private class one of the sweetest wellness team building ideas in Santa Clara in Silicon Valley: a 60-minute, beginner-friendly practice of yoga, mindful breathing and relaxation with one featured community dog in the room.
Private classes are priced per guest for groups of 10 to 50 guests and last one hour. No previous yoga experience is required, and guests do not need any experience with dogs, only to feel comfortable practicing in the same room as one friendly dog.
What's Included
- A 60-minute guided gentle yoga class
- Yoga session with one community dog roaming around
- Mindful breathing and relaxation practice
- Photo time with the featured dog
Gentle yoga plus a friendly dog wandering between the mats makes this private class one of the sweetest wellness team building ideas in Santa Clara in Silicon Valley: a 60-minute, beginner-friendly practice of yoga, mindful breathing and relaxation with one featured community dog in the room.
Private classes are priced per guest for groups of 10 to 50 guests and last one hour. No previous yoga experience is required, and guests do not need any experience with dogs, only to feel comfortable practicing in the same room as one friendly dog.
What's Included
- A 60-minute guided gentle yoga class
- Yoga session with one community dog roaming around
- Mindful breathing and relaxation practice
- Photo time with the featured dog after class
- A welcoming and memorable community wellness experience
Tips for Planners
Since a dog is part of the room, check with your guests about allergies or sensitivities before you book and share that with the studio. Everyone else just needs comfortable clothes, water and a mat if they prefer their own.
How the Dog Fits In
Yoga stays the focus; the dog simply makes the experience even more special. During class the featured dog may wander between the mats, greet students or settle nearby while you practice. Each session features one friendly dog selected in advance from the studio community, and the dog's human remains present throughout the class. Featuring only one pre-selected pet at a time keeps the room calm, safe and enjoyable for students, instructors and the animal.
After class, guests are invited to stay for photos and a little extra time with the dog. The flow itself is gentle and beginner-friendly, built to improve flexibility, mobility and body awareness while you breathe and relax.
Why It Works for Groups
Nothing breaks the ice like a dog who wants to say hello. Colleagues who barely talk in meetings end up laughing, swapping phone photos and chatting on the way out. That makes this one of the most relaxing team building activities on the calendar and a natural fit for a wellness day or a team that needs a lighter moment. Because it pairs gentle movement with mindful breathing, it also counts among genuinely healthy team building activities.
Private sessions welcome 10 to 50 guests, so this works as one of the friendlier indoor team building activities for large groups, from a whole department to a birthday crowd of dog lovers. Beginners and experienced yoga students practice side by side.
About Your Host
Your class is hosted by a non-profit yoga studio in Santa Clara whose mission is to empower women and promote wellbeing by providing a nurturing environment to feel the body and mind, while welcoming all genders and all colors of the rainbow. Supporting the non-profit community is a big part of who they are, from donation classes to yoga as a fundraiser tool. Teachers design their own classes, and students describe instructors who pay close attention to posture and guide the flow with care.
The studio room is about 800 square feet with ventilation systems, free Wi-Fi, an ADA bathroom and free private parking, and the entrance is wheelchair accessible. A neighborhood cafe is directly connected to the studio space, so guests can grab a tea, local espresso or a fruit and herbal drink after class.
Beyond public classes, the studio offers corporate classes, non-profit yoga events and studio space rentals, and it is part of a wider family of organizations founded to strengthen female communities by connecting, inspiring and educating the next generation of female leaders. Newer teachers are mentored by experienced instructors, and donation classes are held for local nonprofits and schools.
How the Session Runs
- Arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and sign a waiver
- Practice a gentle, beginner-friendly yoga flow
- Explore mindful breathing and relaxation while the dog roams
- Stay after class for photos with the featured dog
Good to Know
- Please do not bring your own pet; this is not a bring-your-own-pet event
- Bring comfortable clothing, water and your own yoga mat if you prefer
- Contact the studio before booking about any allergies or concerns around dogs
Plan Your Yoga Class
Share your preferred date and group size to check availability. For groups of 10 to 50 guests, it is a warm, happy hour your group will be talking about for weeks.
