Recharge in Brussels: Outdoor Yoga, Sound Baths, and Other Well-Being Breaks

Between city life and the rhythm of coliving, taking time for yourself is essential. Here are 6 wellness activities to try in Brussels this summer.

Outdoor Yoga

Concept: A gentle, revitalizing, and accessible practice in city parks — perfect to start your day or unwind after work.

Where?

• Parc Royal (City center)

• Parc du Cinquantenaire (Etterbeek)

• Bois de la Cambre (Uccle)

• Parc de Forest (Saint-Gilles)

Schedule: Morning (7:30–9:00 AM) or evening (6:00–8:00 PM), mostly on weekends
Access:

• @collectif_yogafree

• @yogabruxelles

Coliving Tip: Start a “yoga + brunch” ritual with your housemates!

Sound Baths & Guided Meditation

Concept: Deep relaxation through sound (gongs, Tibetan bowls). Just lie down, breathe, and let go.

Where?

• Sound & Silence – Ixelles

• Yyoga – Avenue Louise

• Studio Latéral – Saint-Gilles

Schedule: Evening sessions (6:00–9:00 PM) or Sunday mornings
Access: Book through their websites or Instagram

Coliving Tip: Host a mini sound session at home using YouTube or Spotify and a yoga mat.

Meditative Walks & Nature Escapes

Concept: Walk in silence, without your phone, to reconnect with yourself and the natural world.

Where?

• Forêt de Soignes – Auderghem

• Parc Duden – Forest

• Jardin Jean-Felix Hap – Etterbeek

Schedule: Ideally early morning (8:00–10:00 AM) or late afternoon
Access: Public transport (Metro Hermann-Debroux, Tram 7/81…)

Coliving Tip: Suggest a 30-minute “silent break” together once a week.

Slow Cafés & Herbal Tea Houses

Concept: Quiet places to read, pause, sip herbal teas, and slow down.

Where?

• L’Alchimiste – Ixelles

• MOK Coffee – Dansaert

• La Tisanerie du Chaudron – Marolles

Schedule: Weekdays 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (until 7:00 PM on weekends)
Access: IG @lalchimistebrussels / @mokcoffee / @tisanerieduchaudron

Coliving Tip: Set up a cozy reading or “slow break” corner at home with shared herbal teas.

Breathwork Sessions

Concept: Use breath to reduce stress, boost energy, and center yourself.

Where?

• Cocoon Brussels – Saint-Gilles

• House of Yoga – Ixelles

• Kundalini Yoga Brussels – Ixelles

Schedule: Weekday evenings (6:00–8:00 PM) + weekend workshops
Access: @houseofyogabrussels / @cocoon.brussels

Coliving Tip: Try a guided YouTube session together (e.g., Wim Hof or “4-7-8 breathing”).

Hidden Gardens

Concept: Reconnect with calm in quiet, secluded places perfect for introspection.

Where?

• Jardin Massart – Woluwe-Saint-Lambert

• Cour of Notre-Dame du Sablon – City Center

• Jardin of the Abbaye de la Cambre – Ixelles

Schedule: Daytime access (7:00 AM–8:00 PM)
Access: On foot, by bike, or via public transport depending on location

Coliving Tip: Plan a “journaling walk”: a stroll + notebook to capture thoughts and reflections.