Best Free Yoga Apps for Beginners (2026)

Q: Is yoga before bed good for sleep?

Gentle yoga can be part of a wind-down routine. The Sleep Foundation suggests saving vigorous styles for several hours before bed and choosing slower styles such as hatha or yoga nidra closer to bedtime.

Quick answer: The four free yoga apps we recommend for beginners are Yoga Fit (Yoga for Beginners), Daily Yoga, Simply Yoga and Down Dog. All four are free to download and include free classes, with a paid subscription that unlocks the full library. Start with the free version, find a style you enjoy, and only upgrade if it becomes part of your routine.

Yoga has established itself as more than just a trend. It is now an integral part of modern life. Originating in India, this spiritual, mental and physical practice takes many forms and offers a wide variety of benefits.

At The Sleep Boss, we are passionate about everything that supports better sleep and wellbeing. The Sleep Foundation notes that many studies show yoga can improve sleep for a variety of different people, and that slower styles such as hatha and yoga nidra are better suited to the hours before bed. The meditative and physical sides of yoga encourage healthier habits and a calmer end to the day.

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With today's technology, yoga is more accessible than ever. We tested and shortlisted four of the best free yoga apps to help you bring this practice into your routine.

What should you look for in a free yoga app?

A good free yoga app gives you enough free classes to build a habit, lets you choose your level and session length, and explains each pose clearly. Most yoga apps are free to download with a paid upgrade, so check what is included in the free tier before you commit. App features and pricing below were checked in October 2026 and may change.

1. Yoga Fit (Yoga for Beginners)

Yoga Fit | Yoga for Beginners is one of the few yoga apps that offers free content for every skill level. Each section has its own purpose, from bedtime yoga and flexible flow to inner peace and yoga for the back. Within each section you can choose from a range of exercises and watch an in-depth video that guides you through each pose, with a written guide alongside. Once you select your exercises, the app builds your class. With peaceful background music and a guided voiceover, you can begin your simplified journey to becoming a skilled yogi. The app is free to download, with in-app purchases.

Download for iOS.

2. Daily Yoga

Daily Yoga stood out to us with its sleek layout and a decent amount of free content. Many free apps offer one or two sessions before asking you to pay. Daily Yoga does have restrictions, but its free content includes different workout levels, multiple yoga sessions, yoga with props, full-body flows and more. Each session comes with a schedule showing which poses you will learn and what the session focuses on. All in all, Daily Yoga has enough free content to ease you into the flow of a regular practice.

Available via the Daily Yoga website.

3. Simply Yoga

A slightly chunkier app to use, Simply Yoga appears to have minimal content at first. Once you open the pre-set routines or streaming videos, you will find an array of guided yoga sessions and detailed videos. Choose from beginner yoga to yoga for the hamstrings, lower back and core, and switch between 20, 30 or 40-minute guided sessions. You will learn about specific poses while getting into the flow of yoga as a daily practice. The app is free to download, with an optional Pro subscription.

Download for iOS.

4. Down Dog

Down Dog is a crowd favourite with at-home yoga students. When you open the app, you choose the type of yoga, your level and how long you would like to practise, then adjust settings such as the voice and music to customise a class made just for you. Down Dog is free to download and offers a paid membership for full access. The company says it has given away free memberships to students, teachers and people in need. With a wonderful ethos and plenty of classes to keep you busy, Down Dog sits high on our list.

Download for iOS and Android.

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How to make yoga part of your evening wind-down

Now you are ready to put your new yoga skills into practice. With what we believe are four of the best free yoga apps available, there is no better time to roll out your mat and create a calmer close to your day.

Set up a quiet space. Choose a corner of your home that is just for your practice.
Add a familiar scent. Add a few drops of our Meditation Blend Pure Essential Oil to a diffuser such as our White Ceramic Essential Oil Diffuser and let it disperse for a few minutes before you begin.
Mark the moment. Apply our Meditation Essential Oil Roller to your wrists and take a few slow, deep breaths before your first pose.
Keep it gentle at night. Save vigorous flows for earlier in the day and choose slower, restful sessions in the evening.

Our ethically minded, environmentally friendly rituals are designed to sit alongside your yoga practice and help you create a calming routine you look forward to.

Frequently asked questions

Are there completely free yoga apps?

Most popular yoga apps are free to download and include a selection of free classes, then charge a subscription for the full library. All four apps on our list can be downloaded for free. Check the App Store or Google Play listing for current pricing before you subscribe.

What is the best free yoga app for beginners?

For complete beginners, we like Yoga Fit (Yoga for Beginners) because it explains each pose with a video and written guide. Down Dog is a great next step once you want more control over the style, level and length of each class.

Is yoga before bed good for sleep?

Gentle yoga can be a lovely part of a wind-down routine. The Sleep Foundation suggests saving vigorous styles such as vinyasa or hot yoga for several hours before bed, and choosing slower styles such as hatha or yoga nidra closer to bedtime. You can read more in our Sleep and Wellness Answers hub.