First Time Doing Goat Yoga Experience
First Time Doing Goat Yoga Experience
🐐 First Time Doing Goat Yoga: A Hilariously Serene Experience You Didn’t Know You Needed
Let me just start by saying: if someone told me a goat would casually climb onto my back while I was in child’s pose and I’d call that self-care... I’d have laughed and blocked them.
And yet—there I was, on a yoga mat in the middle of a grassy pasture at Gilbertsville Farmhouse, surrounded by other curious first-timers, laughter echoing through the valley, baby goats in tiny pajamas prancing like it was their runway debut at Farmchella.
This? This was goat yoga. And honey, it was magical chaos wrapped in fuzzy cuteness and sprinkled with a whole lot of healing energy.
Let’s Back Up—What Is Goat Yoga?
If you’ve somehow managed to avoid the viral videos and TikToks (teach me your ways), goat yoga is exactly what it sounds like: a yoga class where playful goats roam freely around you. And yes, sometimes they climb on you. Sometimes they chew your shoelaces. Sometimes they just stare at you like you’re doing downward dog all wrong.
But beyond the novelty, here’s the deeper truth: goat yoga is surprisingly therapeutic. It combines the grounding benefits of yoga with the light-hearted, stress-melting joy of animal interaction. It’s basically therapy disguised as fun—and that’s the kind of wellness we stan.
First-Timer Vibes: From Skeptic to Giggling Convert
I showed up in my usual “trying to be zen” yoga outfit, not entirely sure what to expect. Would it be chaotic? Would I actually get a workout? Would I cry tears of joy? (Spoiler alert: yes.)
From the moment I arrived, the vibe was warm, playful, and chill. The Gilbertsville Farmhouse team greeted everyone like old friends—even if it was your first time on the farm. Their energy? Immaculate. Friendly, a little cheeky, but clearly pro-level at what they do. You instantly feel like you’re part of the crew.
As we walked to the goat pasture, I spotted a herd of teeny goats already practicing their own form of greeting: tiny hops, excited bleats, and a general “look at me!” energy that honestly rivals any toddler.
The Class Itself: Flow Meets Frolic
The instructor began with a simple, beginner-friendly flow—no pretzel poses or judgment here, just easy breathing and grounding movement.
And just when I started to sink into my breath… a goat gently booped my hand with its nose. I glanced over and met the eyes of a baby goat named Marjorie, who was clearly more interested in my hair tie than my inner peace.
Soon, the pasture was full of happy chaos: people in warrior pose giggling as a goat trotted between their legs, others pausing to snap selfies as a goat climbed someone’s back mid-plank. And somehow, that energy didn’t feel distracting—it felt freeing.
There’s something beautiful about surrendering control in yoga, and goat yoga takes that lesson to heart. You literally can’t take yourself too seriously when a goat pees next to your mat. (Yes, that happened. We laughed. We moved on.)
Why Goat Yoga Is Actually Good for You (Yes, Science Says So)
Okay, let’s break this down for the skeptics (hi, I see you):
Laughter lowers cortisol. You laugh a lot during goat yoga, and that naturally reduces stress.
Animal interaction increases oxytocin, the “feel-good” hormone. That’s why petting a goat feels weirdly like getting a hug from your grandma.
Being in nature enhances mindfulness, reduces anxiety, and reminds you that life doesn’t have to be so damn serious.
You loosen up. Especially in a wedding planning season where every decision can feel this close to a breakdown, goat yoga reminds you: it’s okay to let go and just be present.
And babe, if you can find your center while a goat is nibbling your shoelace, you can handle a seating chart.
Couples Who Goat Together, Stay Together
Now, if you’re planning your wedding and scoping out venues (👋 hi, you’re in the right place), let me offer you this unsolicited but lovingly delivered truth bomb: how you handle stress together matters more than what color your napkins are.
Booking a goat yoga session at Gilbertsville Farmhouse is not just a quirky thing to do—it’s a memory. It’s an experience. It’s a chance to laugh together, breathe together, and maybe get photobombed by a goat in a flower crown.
I saw couples truly connecting during that class—not in a posed, Instagram-perfect way, but in real laughter, playful teasing, and letting their guards down. It’s like couples therapy, but fuzzier and with snacks afterward.
A Farmhouse That Gets the Assignment
Let’s talk about the real MVP here: Gilbertsville Farmhouse. This isn’t just some rustic venue with a Pinterest board. This is a full-on vibe. Think:
125 acres of photo-ready beauty
luxury-meets-chill accommodations (hello, glamping tents!)
a team that cares deeply about making your wedding unforgettable
and yes, goats on demand.
It’s the kind of place where farm meets fabulous. You can sip champagne under the stars, throw a weekend-long celebration with your favorite humans, and have goats attend your rehearsal dinner if you’re into that sort of thing. (And honestly, why wouldn’t you be?)
Final Thoughts: What Goat Yoga Taught Me (Besides Never Wearing a Bun with a Scrunchie)
If you're even slightly curious about goat yoga, do it. If you’re deep in wedding planning burnout and need a reset, do it. If you just want a hilarious story and a serotonin boost, do it.
Here’s what I walked away with:
Joy doesn’t always look polished. Sometimes it wears tiny pajamas and has hooves.
The best memories are unscripted.
And peace and play can coexist, beautifully.
At Gilbertsville Farmhouse, goat yoga isn’t just a trendy offering—it’s a love letter to living fully, laughing freely, and letting nature remind you what matters.
So, next time you’re doing a venue tour, don’t just look for chandeliers and catering packages. Ask yourself: does this place make me feel something?
Because that’s where the magic lives. 🐐✨
