Yoga Loft Tampa’s chicken yoga class at Hotel Haya in Ybor City brings in feathered guests from the Ybor Misfits Microsanctuary for the enjoyment of yoga practitioners.
Yoga Loft Tampa’s chicken yoga class at Hotel Haya in Ybor City brings in feathered guests from the Ybor Misfits Microsanctuary for the enjoyment of yoga practitioners. Photos by Carole Devillers
Dylan Breese, founder of Ybor Chickens Society and the Ybor Misfits Microsanctuary, introduces Marshmallow, a beautiful white hen, to the chicken yoga class.
Dylan Breese, founder of Ybor Chickens Society and the Ybor Misfits Microsanctuary, introduces Marshmallow, a beautiful white hen, to the chicken yoga class. Photos by Carole Devillers
The monthly chicken yoga class at Ybor City's Hotel Haya costs a $10 donation to help nonprofit Misfits Microsanctuary care for Ybor’s injured or abandoned fowl.
The monthly chicken yoga class at Ybor City's Hotel Haya costs a $10 donation to help nonprofit Misfits Microsanctuary care for Ybor’s injured or abandoned fowl. Photos by Carole Devillers
The chickens at Hotel Haya’s chicken yoga class are domesticated fowl abandoned in Ybor and rehomed at the Ybor Misfits Microsanctuary.
The chickens at Hotel Haya’s chicken yoga class are domesticated fowl abandoned in Ybor and rehomed at the Ybor Misfits Microsanctuary. Photos by Carole Devillers
Two chicken yoga class attendees take a quick break from poses to pet a wandering chicken.
Two chicken yoga class attendees take a quick break from poses to pet a wandering chicken. Photos by Carole Devillers
Wearing chicken diapers from Etsy, several Ybor chickens roam freely through the chicken yoga class in the Valencia Ballroom of Hotel Haya.
Wearing chicken diapers from Etsy, several Ybor chickens roam freely through the chicken yoga class in the Valencia Ballroom of Hotel Haya. Photos by Carole Devillers
Tampa resident Paige doesn’t mind being interrupted by a couple of Ybor’s iconic feathered mascots during the chicken yoga class at Hotel Haya
Tampa resident Paige doesn’t mind being interrupted by a couple of Ybor’s iconic feathered mascots during the chicken yoga class at Hotel Haya Photos by Carole Devillers
Combining yoga with the therapeutic presence of animals is an innovative practice that leads to a deeper sense of relaxation and a peaceful zen experience.
Combining yoga with the therapeutic presence of animals is an innovative practice that leads to a deeper sense of relaxation and a peaceful zen experience. Photos by Carole Devillers
Marshmallow enjoys a resting spot on Vivienne, 8, who relishes the hen’s comforting presence.
Marshmallow enjoys a resting spot on Vivienne, 8, who relishes the hen’s comforting presence. Photos by Carole Devillers
Scheduled on the last Sunday of the month, the chicken yoga class welcomes all levels, but reservations are required due to limited spots.
Scheduled on the last Sunday of the month, the chicken yoga class welcomes all levels, but reservations are required due to limited spots. Photos by Carole Devillers
Getting up close and personal with one of Ybor’s iconic fowl is part and parcel of the chicken yoga class
Getting up close and personal with one of Ybor’s iconic fowl is part and parcel of the chicken yoga class Photos by Carole Devillers
The chicken yoga class’s combination of community yoga and feathered friends makes for a relaxing hour and a welcome touch of eccentricity.
The chicken yoga class’s combination of community yoga and feathered friends makes for a relaxing hour and a welcome touch of eccentricity. Photos by Carole Devillers
With a chicken on her lap and a smile on her face, Tampa resident Amber Ford enjoys the chicken yoga class at Hotel Haya in Ybor City
With a chicken on her lap and a smile on her face, Tampa resident Amber Ford enjoys the chicken yoga class at Hotel Haya in Ybor City Photos by Carole Devillers

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