What to Buy for a Yoga Class

A yoga class needs more than mats. Plan equipment for every participant, plus a few spare items, drinking water, tea, and a clean reception area. This shopping list covers the practical details that are easy to miss, from enough yoga blocks and blankets to reusable cups and cleaning supplies. Use your confirmed participant target to calculate quantities, then check the venue and existing equipment before buying anything.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

Yoga matsqty 22
Yoga blocksqty 24
Yoga strapsqty 22
Meditation cushionsqty 22
Yoga bolstersqty 12
Blanketsqty 22
Eye cushionsqty 22

Furniture

Chairsqty 6
Tablesqty 2
Coat racksqty 2

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 30
Tea glassesqty 24

Kitchen

Water jugsqty 3
Thermos flasksqty 3
Teapotqty 2
Cutting board
Fruit knifeqty 2

Equipment

Portable speaker
Extension cord
Phone charger
Kitchen scale

Lighting

Atmosphere lightsqty 4

Cleaning

Bucketsqty 2
Mopsqty 2
Microfiber clothsqty 10
Hand brush and dustpan

Catering

Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 24 bottles
- Sparkling mineral water - 6 bottles
- Chamomile tea - 2 boxes
- Green tea - 2 boxes
- Peppermint tea - 2 boxes
- Rooibos tea - 1 box
- Coffee - 1 pack
- Decaf coffee - 1 pack
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Semi-skimmed milk - 2 liter
- Lemons - 6 pieces
- Fresh mint - 3 bunches
- Apples - 25 pieces
- Bananas - 20 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Mandarins - 2 kilos
- Cucumbers - 5 pieces
- Carrots - 2 kilo
- Pepper strips - 3 containers
- Hummus - 4 tubs
- Rice cakes - 4 packs
- Wholegrain crackers - 3 packs
- Unsalted nuts - 1 kilo
- Dried apricots - 500 grams
- Honey - 1 jar
- Sugar - 1 pack
- Coffee filters - 1 pack
- Tea filters - 1 pack
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Toilet paper - 12 rolls
- Trash bags - 1 roll
- Dish soap - 1 bottle
- All-purpose cleaner - 1 bottle
- Disinfectant spray - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 2 dispensers
- Hand sanitizer - 2 bottles
- Paper towels - 4 packs

Tips

Count one yoga mat per participant and add 10% spare mats if the class is full or equipment is shared. Check mat condition before the session, because worn or slippery mats are difficult to replace at the last minute.
Plan two yoga blocks and one yoga strap per participant if the class includes supported poses. For a small class of 12 people, that means 24 blocks and 12 straps, unless the instructor confirms a different setup.
Prepare at least 500 ml of water per participant for a one-hour class, plus extra for refills. Use water jugs and reusable cups so the reception table does not depend on individually packaged drinks.
If tea is served after class, allow one cup per participant and keep enough hot water for a second serving. Set out the teapot, tea glasses, thermos flasks, and cutting board before participants arrive.
Buy or bring cleaning supplies before setup starts: one bucket, one mop, microfiber cloths, and a hand brush with dustpan are enough for a small studio. Ventilate the room and clean high-touch surfaces after equipment has been put away.

Frequently asked questions

How many yoga mats do I need for a yoga class?: Provide one mat per participant and keep about 10% extra. For 20 participants, prepare 22 mats so a damaged or forgotten mat does not disrupt the class.
How many yoga blocks and straps should I buy?: A practical starting point is two blocks and one strap per participant. For 15 participants, prepare 30 blocks and 15 straps, then adjust if the instructor uses a different sequence.
How much water do I need for a one-hour yoga class?: Allow at least 500 ml per participant, with extra for refills. For 20 people, prepare 10 litres of water and enough reusable cups for everyone.
What should I prepare before the yoga class starts?: Finish the room check, ventilation, equipment layout, reception table, music, and chilled drinks at least 30 minutes before arrival. Keep the participant list and phone charger at the reception table so registration is not delayed.

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