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Smooth Sailing
Olympic windsurfer Dorian van Rijsselberghe lives in Laguna Beach, but trains around the world in hopes of competing in his third Summer Games in 2020.
Paddling in Paradise
A trip along Laguna’s shoreline is extra special by kayak, where even the most timid explorers can admire the beauty of the ocean and the sea life frolicking within it.
Shake It Up
Enhance your workout while learning new moves in this local belly dancing class.
Child’s Pose
As yoga, mindfulness and meditation become increasingly popular, programs specifically aimed at kids have expanded around town.
Get Your Feet Wet
Lessons and tours offer a way to try a watersport before buying a board.
By Sharon Stello
In addition to lessons offered by some of the...
Spas Get a Manly Makeover
A broad range of services are just masculine enough to pique the interest of local gentlemen.
By Victoria Kertz and Laguna Beach Magazine Staff
It’s no...
Holistic Healing
Alternative therapies aimed at addressing whole-body wellness abound in town.
By Tanya A. Yacina and Laguna Beach Magazine Staff | Photos by Jody Tiongco
As many...
Power of the Punch
Boxing classes offer an exciting, full-body workout that can relieve stress, too.
By Briana Verdugo
Sweat drips onto the floor as heavy bags swing, carrying the...
5 Unique Massage Treatments
Whether muscles are tense from sitting hunched over a desk day after day at the office or overworked from pushing too hard at the...
Reap the Benefits of Brisk Walking
In recent months, brisk walking has caught the attention of health enthusiasts across the nation due to its numerous workout perks. This past September, the...
Find Your Center with Tai Chi: Q&A with Valarie Prince Gabel
The ancient practice of tai chi, often described as “meditation in motion,” is a holistic exercise consisting of a series of slow, deliberate movements...
Benefits of Youth Sports: Q&A with Darren Utterback
When students step onto the court or the field, they learn new skills and challenge themselves in ways that can’t be learned from a...
5 Questions With Aspiring Olympian Makenzie Fischer
When discussing women’s water polo in Orange County, Makenzie Fischer’s name is bound to come up. The 18-year-old defender made waves at Laguna Beach...
4 Questions With Ultrarunner Michelle Barton
Ultramarathons are categorized as races farther than 26.2 miles, and they often take place on desolate mountain trails, immersed in nature. They’re a test...