About
Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, Yoga Love is more than just a yoga studio — it is a welcoming space for wellness, mindful movement and meaningful connection.
The name Yoga Love reflects our belief that yoga is about more than physical movement. It is an opportunity to cultivate self-awareness, balance, inner calm and a deeper connection with yourself and those around you.
Our studio has been thoughtfully designed as a peaceful retreat from the pace of everyday life. Natural light, greenery and carefully considered interiors create a calm and restorative environment where you can slow down, reconnect and focus on your wellbeing.
Our spaces draw inspiration from biophilic design, a philosophy that celebrates the connection between people and the natural world. Through natural elements, textures, light and greenery, we aim to create an environment that encourages relaxation, restores balance and promotes a deeper sense of tranquillity.
Whether you are completely new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, everyone is welcome at Yoga Love. Our classes and community provide an opportunity to move, breathe, stretch and reconnect with yourself in a supportive environment.
We warmly invite you to take a step back from the demands of everyday life, nourish your body and mind, and discover the joy of mindful movement.
Come experience Yoga Love in Cape Town — a place to move, breathe, connect and grow.
Yoga Love Soul
A foundational Hatha-inspired practice offering a slower-paced approach to yoga. This class focuses on full-body alignment, intentional holds and mindful movement, helping you build strength while encouraging relaxation and inner peace.
Yoga Love Soul Flow
A fluid Vinyasa-inspired practice combining breath and movement. This flowing class focuses on mindful transitions, alignment and movement while incorporating gentle techniques to help release tension and promote relaxation.
Yoga Love Wild Core
A stronger, more energetic practice with a focus on core strength. Core exercises are combined with dynamic Vinyasa sequences to create a challenging and invigorating yoga experience.
Yoga Love Sun & Moon
A balanced practice combining the energising qualities of Yang with the restorative nature of Yin. The class begins with an uplifting flow before moving into slower, deeper floor-based stretches and holds.
Yoga Love Wild Flow
A dynamic, higher-intensity Vinyasa practice designed to build strength, balance and confidence. Expect a flowing sequence with progressively challenging movements and opportunities to explore your practice.
Yoga Love Deep
A slow, meditative Yin-inspired practice focused on deep stretches and longer, supported holds. This class encourages relaxation and mindful movement while working into the body's deeper connective tissues.
Yoga Love Sonic Deep
A gentle and meditative Yin-inspired experience combining intentional stretches and longer holds with the calming sounds of crystal singing bowls. Designed to encourage relaxation, stillness and a deeper sense of connection.
Credentials
Bsc Sport Science
Areas of focus
Our team
Francesca
Certification: vinyasa flow, hatha, yin, and yoga nidra meditation teacher.
Born and raised in Turkey, Gulsah has lived in and traveled around the world, making Cape Town her home since 2014. She has acquired 700+ hours of invaluable mentorships and teacher trainings, gifting her a mindset of empowerment and self-awareness. She is certified vinyasa flow, hatha, yin, and yoga nidra meditation teacher. She has a BS in biology, and received her role as a health coach through the State University of New York and Institute of Integrative Nutrition. Her health consultations are rooted in compassion, kindness and deep listening as she holds space for you. Her wish for her students is to cultivate a deeper understanding of their unique selves. Her yoga classes are guided by breath, rooted in alignment, encouraging you to tap into your inner and outer strength. Each class with Gulsah will meet you exactly where you are, while empowering you to listen to the wisdom of your breath flowing through your body.
Reed
Founder & CEO
Reed offers unique and athletic classes focusing on muscular and core engagement while linking movement with breath. He enjoys teaching through creative, intelligent sequences that build towards exciting, and sometimes unusual, peak poses. His movement training began during the 8 year period while competing with the United States Gymnastics Federation. After graduating from college, Reed was a personal trainer and fitness instructor. He completed the YogaWorks 500hr Teacher Training program in 2016. Followed by 500hr Modo Level 1 in 2017, Modo Flow in 2018, Modo Freestyle Sequencing in 2019, a 36hr Yin intensive at Integral Yoga in 2019, and a 100hr Pilates Mat Intensive in 2020. Originally from Denver, Colorado, Reed is a graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and has worked as a professional actor, general manager, producer, and fundraiser Off Broadway for over 20 years.
Sarah
Co-Founder
Sarah has been teaching yoga in NYC since 2014. She completed 500hrs of training and is certified to teach many styles including Vinyasa, Traditional Hot Yoga & Yin. During her teaching career, Sarah has taught well over 4,000 classes, managed a high-attended yoga studio, and assisted in over a dozen teacher trainings. Sarah’s classes are powerful, playful, and heartfelt. Drawing on her wealth of experience, she provides a supportive and grounded environment through challenging moments and uplifting sessions.
Other locations
Melrose Studio
Trading hours
After 11 is a Sweat Party