Yoga for Golfers: Boost Performance and Recovery with This 60-Minute Guided Class by Par72 Yoga
Author:
Megan McKenzie
Why Every Golfer Needs Yoga in Their Routine
Golf is more than a game of skill — it’s a sport that demands mobility, balance, strength, and focused recovery. That’s exactly where yoga can make the difference. In this 60-minute Yoga for Golfers class, Megan Mckenzie, founder of Par72 Yoga, expertly blends mindful movement with targeted mobility drills to support golfers before and after a round.
Whether you’re teeing off on the weekend or grinding through competitive play, incorporating yoga into your golf training routine can elevate your swing, protect against injury, and improve recovery. This video session, now live on YouTube, is a must-watch for golfers at any level who want to move better and feel stronger on and off the course.
Inside the Class: Dynamic Warm-Up to Restorative Cool Down
Megan’s approach is grounded in both athletic function and yogic precision. As both a certified yoga instructor and avid golfer, she understands exactly how to prepare the body for the rigors of the game and how to unwind afterward.
Pre-Round Dynamic Warm-Up
This segment is designed to activate key muscle groups, enhance joint mobility, and establish balance — all essential for a strong and injury-free golf swing. Expect to move through:
Breathwork to connect body and mind
Spinal mobility drills
Figure-four stretches
Articulated bridges for core and glute activation
Standing postures to open hips, hamstrings, shoulders, and chest
These functional movements are ideal to complete before heading to the course, helping golfers transition smoothly into their round with optimized mobility and control.
Golf-Specific Movement Training
Megan incorporates yoga sequences designed to enhance golf swing rotation, balance, and power. These include:
Warrior series for strength and stability
Side body and spinal twists to increase rotational range
IT band and hamstring releases to reduce tightness
Balance drills that mimic and support swing mechanics
This portion of the class offers a structured and golf-focused movement experience that supports both your long game and short game.
Post-Round Recovery Cool Down
After the final putt, Megan guides participants through a recovery sequence aimed at reducing muscle tension, improving flexibility, and restoring breath. The cool-down includes:
Hip openers like fire log pose
Supported hamstring stretches using straps
Gentle neck and wrist release exercises
A guided Savasana for full-body relaxation
She wraps up the session with a rotational retest, giving golfers the opportunity to notice where mobility has improved and where more focus might be needed.
Accessible for Every Golfer
Throughout the class, Megan demonstrates how to use yoga props such as blocks, kneeling pads, and straps to ensure accessibility and comfort in every pose. No prior yoga experience is necessary — this session is tailored to meet you where you are, whether you’re a yoga novice or seasoned practitioner.
Her teaching style emphasizes mindful transitions, functional breathwork, and movement with intention, helping golfers establish a deeper connection with their bodies and better understand the mechanics behind their swing.
Explore More with Par72 Yoga
This class is just one of many offerings from Par72 Yoga, a company that specializes in golf-specific yoga programs, swing analysis, and yoga and golf destination retreats for players across all skill levels. If you’re looking to add longevity and efficiency to your golf game, Par72 Yoga’s programs are designed to deliver just that.
From improving your follow-through to recovering faster after 18 holes, this practice can be the secret tool in your golf fitness toolbox.
Watch the Full 60-Minute Class on YouTube
If you’re ready to experience the performance benefits of yoga tailored for golfers, don’t miss this guided session with Megan Mckenzie. Whether you use it as a warm-up, a recovery session, or a complete practice, this class will help you move better, play better, and feel better.
