Inception of Goat Yoga
April Gould introduces baby goats into her yoga practice while training for a fitness television show, "American Ninja Warrior."
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Get ready to stretch, smile, and maybe even 'baa' a little on National Goat Yoga Month starting February 1! This isn't your typical yoga class. Picture this: a serene outdoor setting, a group of yogis in poses, and a herd of friendly, curious goats interacting with everyone. It's fun, it's therapeutic, and it all began on a small farm in Gilbert, Arizona in 2015.
April Gould, also known as the "Goat Whisperer", and Sarah Williams, a yoga business owner, formed an unlikely but incredible partnership. April, who was training for the American Ninja Warrior TV show, was inspired to place a baby goat on her back during various yoga poses for added weight, strength, and balance. Sarah, seeing an opportunity for a unique yoga experience, suggested they open these Goat Yoga classes to the public. Their idea faced some initial skepticism but the duo persevered.
Employing April's background in circus and acrobatics, they came up with fun, quirky ideas to entice people into trying Goat Yoga—they dressed their goats in cute tutus and taught people simple acrobatic yoga poses with the goats jumping on and off their backs! The idea caught on quick and swept the nation, transforming their small operation into the "GOATEST" show on earth!
Come one, come all to National Goat Yoga Month! It doesn't matter if you're here for the yoga, the therapeutic benefits of nature, the baby goats, or just some good fun. Remember: goats don't judge, goats just love. So, why not give Goat Yoga a try?
