Yoga has long been associated with wellness. The industry is worth some $80 billion and an estimated 300 million people (and counting) practise it.

In our analysis of second home locations with wellness credentials, we have now created the Savills Yoga Index for those looking for the ultimate retreat. By measuring the number of yoga studios and classes, quality of life, air quality and even access to necessities such as high-quality leggings and low-cost smoothies, the index can be used to identify locations which might be most desirable for buyers looking to prioritise wellness or for those considering a new business venture.

Bali and Phuket top the index. Both well-known destinations, they have built their brands on yoga retreats and getting back to nature. Each location has a high number of yoga studios where classes can be taken for relatively low costs. They also have low-cost yoga essentials and high quality of life scores.

Three European locations round out the top five and each has a strong showing for the number of yoga studios, low class costs, high quality of life and accessible yoga essentials. They also have a low cost of living and very high air quality. In fact, there have been several examples of buyers in the Costa del Sol purchasing country estates and converting them into cycling centres, yoga retreats, and other wellness spaces.

Each location in the index has ample scope for growth, adding more places for yoga in new and converted spaces and creating additional wellness infrastructure. 

And for an industry that is 70 per cent female, there is a significant opportunity for growth as men begin to take up the practice in larger numbers, further increasing the demand for studio space, equipment, and the zen lifestyle.

Further information

Contact Kelcie Sellers

Global Destinations for Second Homes