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Aurora Yoga Jaco
Aurora Yoga is a walk-in yoga studio in the middle of Jaco, on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, a couple of minutes from the ocean. It suits travelers and locals who want a daily class without booking a retreat, from gentle and yin sessions to flow, Kundalini, prenatal and Pilates.
Jaco is the closest real beach town to San José, and Aurora Yoga is its long-running drop-in studio. The studio says it's about a two-minute walk from the ocean, and its schedule runs every day of the week, so you can fit a class around a surf session, a work day or a trip to Carara National Park just up the coast.
The classes
Aurora Yoga publishes a monthly schedule on its website. In November 2026 it listed morning classes on weekdays (around 8:00 and 9:30), evening classes (around 6:00 and 6:30) and two classes on Sunday. The mix is broad:
- Gentler classes: gentle vinyasa with meditation, restorative yin with sound healing, yin for deep tissue, and an evening reset class.
- Flow classes: yoga flow, mixed-level yoga, a morning "rise and radiate" flow and embodiment flow.
- Kundalini yoga.
- Prenatal and postnatal yoga, on Tuesday afternoons when we checked.
- Pilates and hybrids: mat Pilates, yogalates and a "26 Remix" class.
Classes are open to the public and the studio says you don't need to reserve; you just walk in. A team of local teachers leads the classes, and the lineup changes over time, so check the schedule on the website for the current week.
Practical details
The studio sells single classes, class packs and monthly passes. When we checked, it took cash, SINPE (Costa Rica's bank transfer system), PayPal and Zelle, but not cards, so bring cash if you're visiting. Check their website for current rates.
The old wellness menu of facials and massages from our first write-up no longer appears on the studio's site, so don't count on spa treatments here.
Who it suits
Aurora suits you if you're staying in Jaco or nearby Playa Hermosa and want a class most days: surfers who need a stretch, people living in town, and travelers who'd rather keep their own schedule than join a retreat. If you want a full week with meals and lodging included, read our guide to choosing a yoga retreat in Costa Rica. Jaco is also a busy surf town, with beginner lessons on the main beach and stronger waves at Playa Hermosa to the south, so it works well for a surf and yoga trip on your own terms.
Getting there
Jaco is about 1.5 hours by car from Juan Santamaría airport (SJO) near San José, on the Route 27 highway and the coastal road. Buses also run from San José. For other places to practice along this coast, see the Central Pacific section of our guide to where to do yoga in Costa Rica, and for a quieter place to stay near town, our profile of Hotel DoceLunas.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a class at Aurora Yoga?
No. The studio says its classes are open to the public and walk-ins are welcome, so you can just turn up at class time.
Is Aurora Yoga good for beginners?
Yes. The schedule includes gentle, restorative, yin and mixed-level classes alongside stronger flow classes, so pick one of the gentler sessions for your first visit.
Can I pay by card?
When we checked in November 2026, the studio listed cash, SINPE, PayPal and Zelle and said it doesn't take cards.
Does Aurora Yoga offer prenatal yoga?
Yes. Its November 2026 schedule included prenatal and postnatal classes on Tuesday afternoons.
[Updated on: 4 November 2026]
