You'll never get as a good of a core workout when you're paddleboarding. Add yoga into your paddle boarding workout and you've got a monster workout that is unparallelled in natural beauty.
If you're attending yoga retreats around the world you might want to bring a paddle board along with you if you will be vacationing by a body of water. I've already shared the best fleece lined leggings for cold weather yoga, yoga shorts, meditation benches, zafu and zabuton sets, foldable yoga mats and chairs. Read on below for my top 10 favorite stand up paddle boards (SUP) for yoga travel!
Paddle Board - Pricing Table
Paddle Board | Name | Measurements | Size | Weight Limit | Board Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6" x 32" x 120" | N/A | 200 lbs | 28 lbs | |
| 10’4” x 31” x 6” | 10'4 | 255 lbs | 18.2 lbs | |
| 30" x 4' x 130" | N/A | 200 lbs | 20.9 lbs | |
| 10' x 30 x 6" | 10' | 250 lbs | 29 lbs | |
| N/A | 10'6 | 200 lbs | N/A |
HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST STAND UP PADDLE BOARD FOR YOGA
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THE BEST SUP FOR YOGA
28 lbs
N/A
6" x 32" x 120"
Supports up to 200 lbs
The Advanced Elements Lotus YSUP board has a high pressure 6 inch drop stitch material. It's extra wide, making it great for yoga and also has a large foam area designed for traction, comfort and increased grip. The board is ultra durable because of its outer skin which features a double layer. It also comes with a hand pump for convenient inflating.
This board weighs in at 28 pounds and measures 6 x 32 x 120 inches. This paddle board is specifically designed for yoga and it can support up to a weight of 200 pounds. This board ships quickly from Amazon and doesn't have the defect of little bubbles under the skin that other inflatable paddle boards sometimes have.
It takes no more than 10 minutes to inflate, giving you a little warmup before you yoga session. It's super easy to carry using its side strap and it is balanced and sturdy on the water. It comes with its own bag and when its all folded up, its super easy to check in for airplane travel. I love that it grips just as well as a yoga mat! I love that this paddle board seems indestructible and bulletproof. It feels just like a hard board when its inflated and is so much more easy to transport!
18.2 lbs
10'4
10’4” x 31” x 6”
Supports up to 255 lbs
ISLE Surf and SUP makes great stand up paddle boards that are ideal for Yoga. In fact, there are features three times here on this list! This board is designed for paddle board yoga and measures 10’4” x 31” x 6” and weighs in at 18.2 pounds. It can support weight up to 255 pounds and is extra stable for active paddle boards: featuring a stable platform with its wide nose and tail. This paddle board is also great for yoga enthusiasts.
This ultra durable board is available in Aqua and Magenta and is made from an inflatable, drop-stitch PVC. The size of this board is 10'4. Isle's paddle boards are designed by avid paddle boarders and is committed to creating top of the line paddle board products. In business since 2004, they are based in San Diego.
The Airtech board features a rail and deck bungee system which keeps all your gear easily within reach. It features state of the art iSUP technology so that it provides a high quality board that is 30% lighter than its competitors.This ideal yoga board is lighter, more rigid and stronger than most. It takes about 6-10 minutes to inflate.
THE BEST AFFORDABLE PADDLE BOARDS FOR YOGA
20.9 lbs
N/A
30" x 4' x 130"
Supports up to 200 lbs
The Aqua Marina Vapor board is my pick for the best affordable SUP board for yoga. $300 is still not cheap but it is definitely a great bargain for a high quality board. This board features a 4 inch drop stitch, a balance flow curved design, and a EVA deck with great traction. It also comes with a extra D-rings, a travel backpack, pump, gauge and 3 piece paddle.
This board measures in at 30 x 4 x 130 inches and weighs 20.9 lbs. It was designed in 2016. The board is 4 inches thick so its a bit more challenging than a board that is 6 inches thick so definitely take that into account. Make sure you pump it up a little more than the recommend 15 psi and it'll feel great on the water. Also bonus points for Aqua Marina's amazing customer service team!
OTHER GREAT SUPS fOR YOGA
29 lbs
10'
10' x 30 x 6"
Supports up to 250 lbs
Ten Toes Board Emporium's paddle board is available in three sizes: The 19' Weekend, 12" Globetrotter and the 8" Nano. Here we are reviewing the Weekender. This is an incredibly stable paddle board made of military-grade PVC.
It's inflated measurements are 10'x30x6" and supports up to 250 lbs. It is just as stable and rigid as regular, non-inflatable SUPs. This board rolls up to a compact size of 11x36" and also comes with an aluminum paddle, 3 fins and a pump and repair kit. This quality boards has a 2 year warranty. This is an ideal board both for a yoga practitioner or adventurer, its virtually indestructible.
This board has great traction. It also tracks fast and straight and is incredibly stable, even if you are attempting a headstand. It works great for me for yoga, but I am 5'4" so take your height into account if happen to be super tall. You don't have to worry about this paddle board deflating while you are out on the water, its a quality product!
N/A
10'6
N/A
Supports up to 200 lbs
BIC Sports paddle board features a 6 inch drop-stitch construction in its material making it rigid and durable. It has a Dyneema internal stringer which wraps the tip of the board for the ultimate in rigidity and has 15 psi inflation. It comes with handles, deck rigging, a removable fin, pump and backpack.
This paddle board is ultra light so its even easy for a tiny girl like me to carry. It has the Diamond grip pad for extra traction while you're practicing yoga. It's a 10'6 board making it ideal for yoga. This board tracks well and glides steadily. It pumps up pretty quickly in about five minutes and I love the D-ring in the front so that you can tie the paddle board up and leave it in the water if needed. The compression straps are great for storing any small gear that you need for your trip.
This is a great paddle board for a lake of an ocean with minimal waves and very smooth water. The seams are well glued and overlapped, the valve is of quality construction. At its price its a steal for the level of quality that you get with the board!
23 lbs
10'6
10'6” x 31" x 6"
Supports up to 300 lbs
Next up is ISLE Surf and SUP again, this time with their Peak model. The paddle itself is adjustable and it comes with a travel backpack, a coil leash, travel paddle, removable travel fin, repair kit. and a high pressure pump.
When inflated, this board measures 10'6” x 31" x 6" and weighs 23 lbs. It can support weight of up to 300 lbs. This SUP is stable and sturdy, which makes it great for yoga. It's made of a rigid 6 inch thick PVC which is of military grade quality. You can trust in your purchase as there is a 30 day money back guarantee and a 1 year warranty on the product.
Special features of the board include its 6 point mounted storage system - ideal for storage, its comfort groove diamond traction and nose mounted carry handle. The PEAK 10'6 inflatable paddle board is perfect for all skill levels. This is sizable paddle board that can fit your kids and/or dog on it at once with no problem. I love that it comes with a high quality travel bag. The paddle board deflates quickly also so its convenient for on the go travel. It's definitely my #2 pick for the best inflatable stand up paddle board for yoga!
ISLE Surf and SUP - Epoxy
27 lbs
10'5
10’5” x 32” x 4.5”
Supports up to 275 lbs
It's ISLE Surf and SUP for the third time on this list with their Epoxy board, which is 10'5. This board comes in two colors, a fun aqua color and a sleep and elegant white and wood design. It measures 10’5” x 32” x 4.5” and weighs in at 27 pounds. This is a great board for beginners and all non-advanced paddle boarders. It boasts and EPS/Epoxy technology meaning that its lightweight and strong.
It features a handle designed with comfort groove, providing ease of transport. The Versa board comes with an accessory bundle which includes a carbon shaft, adjustable paddle and a fin for the board. Try it out for 30 days and if they are any issues, you can return it with no questions asked!
It'll support a weight of up to 275 pounds. Its a super silky glide in peaceful waters but it'll even do great with small waves. I love the ample thickness and width of this board and its a super versatile board working with stability in no surf to medium surf. This paddle board totally works in salt water, jut make sure to rinse it off after using. For a beginner, this paddle board is easy to manuever and the paddle that it comes with works great.
23 lbs
10
10' x 33" x 6"
N/A
Atom's Surf's SUP measures in at 10' x 33" x 6" and weighs 23 pounds. The Atom brand guarantees that they offer the best value for the price. This board comes with everything you'll need: the paddle, pump and repair kit, removable center fin and quality travel backpack. This board can glide swiftly through the water but is also stable enough for your yoga practice.
Its made with PVC drop stitch material that is 6 inches thick and can fill up to 15Psi. This makes it similar in feel and rigidity as a fiberglass stand up paddle board. You can meditate to your hearts design and strengthen your yoga core on this yoga stand up board!
28 lbs
11
10' x 33" x 6"
Supports up to 400 lbs
Driftsun's paddle board features a ultra wide nose and tail made for the ultimate stability. It also features a large EVA traction pad and its virtually indestructible. This board measures in at c inflated and supports up to 400 pounds. When its all rolled up its just measures 12x38" and fits neatly into the travel bag that it comes with.
Driftsun's balance board comes with a one-year warranty and comes with an aluminum paddle, backpack with wheels, leash, skeg fin, pump and repair kit. I love the high quality workmanship on this board and it weighs in at 28 pounds. It's super easy to pack and unpack and pumps up relatively quickly.
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