What to Do After Goat Yoga Class
What to Do After Goat Yoga Class? (Besides Posting on Instagram, Obviously)
So you just did goat yoga.
You’ve got goat fur on your leggings, grass in your hair, and a permanent smile stretching across your face. You may or may not have been used as a baby goat jungle gym—and honestly, you're kinda glowing. ✨
But now that class is over and the goats are trotting off to their hay buffet, you’re standing there like… “Wait, what do I do now?”
You're not alone. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just discovered your chakras last month, that post-goat-yoga float can leave you feeling like a mix between enlightened and slightly confused.
Let’s talk about how to ride that post-class high into something meaningful, grounding, and maybe even transformative.
Honor the Shift: Let It Sink In
You just did something wildly different. You stepped out of your comfort zone, invited unpredictability onto your mat, and somehow found presence between bleats.
That’s a big deal.
Before you rush off to Whole Foods or check your email, take 5 minutes to breathe it in. Sit in your car. Sit on the grass. Sit anywhere, really.
Place a hand on your heart. Reflect.
Ask yourself:
What did that experience stir up for me?
Did I laugh more than I usually allow myself to?
Was I able to let go of perfection in a new way?
This is integration, my friend. And it’s part of the practice.
Hydrate Like You Just Had a Sweat Lodge Ceremony
Goat yoga might not be as intense as hot vinyasa, but don’t let the baby goats fool you—you moved, you laughed, and you probably didn’t drink enough water.
So here’s your official reminder:
Drink. That. Water.
Bonus points if it’s infused with lemon, cucumber, or mint (because we’re fancy now, obviously). Hydration helps flush out toxins, supports your nervous system, and keeps the glow going. ✨
Nourish Your Body (and No, Goat Cheese Doesn’t Count)
After the emotional and physical release of a goat yoga class, your body craves grounding. Feed it something that makes you feel rooted, not rushed.
Think:
A nourishing smoothie with banana, spinach, chia seeds.
A cozy grain bowl with quinoa, roasted veggies, tahini drizzle.
Eggs and avocado toast with a side of “holy crap that was fun.”
Eat like your body just did something brave and beautiful—because it did.
Journal Your Way to Clarity (Even If You "Don't Journal")
You don’t need to be the next Elizabeth Gilbert to jot down a few lines about your experience.
In fact, goat yoga brings up all sorts of unexpected emotions—joy, vulnerability, freedom, even some inner child healing if we’re being real.
Try these prompts:
What surprised me during today’s class?
Where did I feel free? Where did I resist?
What can I carry from this playful energy into the rest of my life?
Give yourself 10 minutes. Use the Notes app or a napkin. Doesn’t matter. Just write.
Share the Story, Not Just the Selfie
Yes, goat yoga is Instagram GOLD. But instead of just posting a cute pic with “#goatyoga,” tell the story.
Talk about how it felt. What you noticed. What you learned when that little goat jumped on your back during Cat-Cow and you didn’t get mad, but laughed.
That’s where the real connection happens—with your friends, your followers, your community. Real stories > perfect poses. Always.
Ask Yourself: What Did the Goats Teach Me?
Listen. The goats are more than furry props.
They’re walking (and jumping) metaphors for:
Living in the moment
Being unapologetically curious
Not giving a single bleat what anyone thinks
If traditional yoga is about discipline, goat yoga is about surrender.
So ask yourself:
Where do I need more play? More spontaneity? More joy?
And then—be brave enough to invite it in.
Continue the Practice (But Don’t Force It)
After goat yoga, your nervous system is reset in a whole new way. You’ve tasted the medicine of laughter and connection.
So no, you don’t have to follow it up with a 75-minute power flow or meditation marathon.
But if your body feels called to move more later—go for it.
Do a 15-minute gentle yoga session at home.
Try a walking meditation in nature.
Stretch it out while listening to acoustic indie covers of Beyoncé (no judgment).
The key is: follow what feels good. Not what you “should” do.
Book Your Next Class Now (Trust Me on This One)
Here’s what happens: you leave class high on goat giggles, you say “that was amazing,” and then… life happens. Work. Laundry. Emails. Deadlines.
Next thing you know, it’s six months later and you still haven’t gone back.
So while you’re still in that post-goat-glow, do future-you a favor:
Book the next class. Or better yet—bring a friend.
Shared laughter is double the medicine.
Connect with Your Instructor or the Farm
If you loved the vibe, tell them! Leave a review. Share on social.
Or better yet—ask if they offer other fun events like:
Goat cuddling sessions (yes, it’s a thing)
Sound bath yoga
Wine & flow nights
Volunteer opportunities at the farm
You just found a new little pocket of joy in your community. Don’t lose it. Nurture it.
Remember: Joy Is a Spiritual Practice
Let’s end with this, because it’s big.
We often treat joy as a byproduct—something we might stumble into after we’ve earned it through enough hard work, discipline, and shadow work.
But joy?
It’s medicine. It’s healing. It’s sacred.
So if all goat yoga gave you was a few moments of unfiltered laughter and the sense that maybe life doesn’t always have to be so serious—that is enough.
You practiced yoga today.
With presence. With breath. With goats.
And that counts.
Final Thought: What You Do After Goat Yoga Isn’t the Point
It’s who you become.
More open. More playful. More connected.
So go stretch, eat, hydrate, laugh, journal—or do none of the above.
But whatever you choose, do it with presence, and maybe a little bleat of joy.
Need help?
Of course, goat yoga is love and your body needs to stretch after a long hell week. Take a break and meet your four-legged baddies! Reserve your spot at NY Goat Yoga. They are waiting for you!
