The arrival of a new year can be beautiful and tranquil — but it can also lead to anxiety, stress, and tension as the winter months roll on. While the end of the holiday season brings less chaos, it also brings cold days, a longing for warmer weather, and the itch for vacation — which can lead to more stressful work weeks. If you are having trouble staying focused and relaxing, meditation can help you find and maintain calm even in the busiest and most stressful times. Luckily, we’ve rounded up some great meditation classes in Northern New Jersey to help foster mindfulness as the weather changes. Read on to learn where to find meditation classes in Northern New Jersey.

Asana Soul Practice | 411 Jefferson Street, Hoboken + 124 1st Street, Jersey City

 

 

 

 

 

 

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With locations in Hoboken and Jersey City, Asana Soul Practice has a variety of yoga and meditation classes. Its classes range from beginner to advanced levels and can either be vinyasa, yin, or restorative yoga. For its meditation classes, it is 30 minutes, candlelit, and held every week. Asana Soul Practice also has monthly sound bath classes.

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Body + Brain Yoga Tai Chi | Multiple Locations

Body + Brain Yoga Tai Chi aims to teach fitness holistically with classes ranging from yoga, tai chi, meditation, and breath-work. Though this may be a chain, it has both online and in-studio classes throughout its multiple North Jersey locations. Both the beginner and advanced virtual meditation classes can help you activate your "chi" and feel in tune with the world.

Dharmachakra Buddhist Center | 150 Main Street 2nd Floor, Millburn

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The center has classes, retreats, and special events for learning about Buddhism or deepening your spiritual practice. The classes available can be viewed here. Examples of classes to take part in are how to improve relationships or make changes within yourself.

Harmony Meditation | 241 North Avenue West, Westfield

At Harmony Meditation, guests will find traditional meditation practices that are made accessible to modern-day practitioners. Rooted in advanced Zen Meditation and Kichun methods, the sessions facilitate healing and guide you along your path to enlightenment. Classes are provided at beginner and advanced levels and include tai chi, often described as ‘meditation in motion.’

Indigo Yoga | 351 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell

Indigo Yoga in Caldwell has all kinds of classes for locals to find inner peace. Some of the highlights include Express Vinyasa Flow, Restorative Stretch, and Chair Yoga. See the full schedule of classes here.

I’m So Yoga | 1186 Raymond Boulevard 4th Floor, Newark

Beginner and advanced yoga students can participate in I’m So Yoga’s classes. It is a vinyasa flow-based studio with instructors specialized in different backgrounds. Online and in-person classes are available. Options include Restorative Yoga with Sound Bowls, Ying to Yang Yoga, and Core, Balance, and Connection Yoga. This spot also has meditation classes that include throat chakra singing + chanting.

Iris Yoga | 383 Broad Street, Bloomfield

 

 

 

 

 

 

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With a mission to be an outlet for members to grow and heal, this wellness studio is dedicated to helping connect the community through in-person and online classes. All levels are welcomed, with a choice of participating in a beginner's class for those new to yoga.

JaiPure Yoga | 575 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair

The 75-minute Mindful Flow class at JaiPure Yoga begins with Vinyasa flow to strengthen the body and ends on a note of harmony and inner peace. The class is open to all levels but is especially suited for beginners looking for something new to help cultivate personal mindfulness. Afterward, you can take your mind and body rejuvenation to the next level in the salt room.

Lyndhurst Meditation | 306 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst

With roots dating back to 2014, this center has group classes and individual, personalized sessions to guide your spiritual journey. Lyndhurst Meditation also has free in-person and online meditation consults.

Montclair Kundalini Yoga | 127 Valley Road, Montclair

 

 

 

 

 

 

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In addition to daily in-person and online yoga classes, this center has free online meditation classes on Mondays at 7:30PM. It’s the perfect way to recenter after a busy start to the work week. Keep an eye on the events calendar for additional workshops and events that can help you connect with your spiritual side.

Santokh Yoga + Wellness | 18 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair

Located on Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair, there are a variety of yoga classes provided at this spot. There are hot yoga, vinyasa flow, slow flow + meditation, and hot vinyasa flow choices. Also, there are additional workshops and courses designed for those looking for an extended, immersive experience.

Sol Spirit | 356 Bloomfield Avenue 2nd Floor Suite 6, Montclair, + 523 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Sol Spirit has meditation and yoga classes at both its Montclair + Jersey City locations, like Vinyasa Sol Flow, Yin + Mini Sound Bath, Gentle Sol Flow, Yoga for Anxiety, Energy Sol Flow, Yin Yang, Sound Bath Meditation, and much more. See the schedule for these classes here.

Transcendental Meditation (TM) Summit | 12 Bank Street Suite 104, Summit

Transcendental Meditation has been embraced by notables from the Beatles to Oprah Winfrey for its ability to improve concentration and increase creativity. The Summit location is one of five in New Jersey — the others are in Ramsey, Mt. Laurel Township, Princeton, and Red Bank. In-person and hybrid courses are available.

Urban Souls Yoga Studio | 100 Hudson Street, 4th Floor, Hoboken

This Hoboken studio has different yoga classes scheduled on different days and times for everyone’s flexibility. Classes are listed on its website here. Occasionally, a free community yoga class is held. Urban Souls also collaborates with Local Barre, where together they bring signature barre and fitness classes, access to an infrared sauna, and other amenities.

Yoga Mechanics | 107 Forest Street, Montclair

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The in-person and virtual meditation sessions at Yoga Mechanics are a great way to recharge and reflect on the new week ahead. Class options include Yoga for Mobility, Chair Yoga, Restorative Yoga, basic-level classes, and more. Yoga Mechanics has a schedule of all its classes and registration is required in advance. See the schedule here.

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YogaRenew | 12 Hudson Place 2nd Floor, Hoboken

Located in the heart of Hoboken, YogaRenew has vinyasa yoga, yin yoga, and sound bath sessions. Classes are updated regularly through its website with different time sessions and instructors. If looking to take your love for yoga to the next level, YogaRenew has an online yoga teacher training program available to become a certified instructor.