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The Twin Cities yoga scene is lush with creative ways to get flexible in the name of love and friendship this month (and maybe work out that kink in your lower back!). Here are five that caught our attention.

Solcanacro: Acro Yoga for Every Body

To really sweep your partner off their feet, try flying at Solcana Fitness. Acro yoga combines acrobatics, yoga, and a whole bunch of trust into a delightfully sweaty and adventurous experience that teaches you to base, fly, and spot each other, bringing on strength and giggles in equal measure.

Sundays. Mpls., 612-808-0252, solcanafitness.com

V-Day Tantric Thai Massage for Couples/Pairs

Practice the art of conscious touch together at this sensual, playful, and restorative guided flow combining Thai yoga massage and tantric breathwork at Open Minds Fusion Studio. The 50/50 give-and-take will bring you a rush of endorphins and strengthen your bond.

Feb. 5, 14, 15, & 22. Mpls., 612-300-7672, openmindsfusionstudio.com

Galentine’s Day Workshop: Rest & Tea

It’s a cozy ‘n cute evening of tension-releasing restorative yoga and calming yoga nidra followed by tea, snacks, and time to relax together at The Yoga Center Retreat. Bring your besties or come solo and make new connections.

Feb. 13. St. Louis Park, 952-582-1271, theyogacenterretreat.com

Thai Massage Playshop for Couples, Family, and Friends

Learn rhythmic compression and gentle stretching techniques that will melt away your partner’s winter tension like sunshine on an ice cream cone, thanks to this Thai massage workshop at Big River Yoga. This one’s for couples of all kinds, so bring your romantic or platonic soulmate and leave vibing on a new level.

Feb. 14. Mpls., 651-615-4168, bigriveryoga.com

Four Chambers of the Heart

At Tula Yoga and Wellness, this deep dive into heart-centered connection is less about the performative aspects of yoga and more about soulful examination and nourishment of a relationship’s internal landscape—even your relationship with yourself. Try it solo or with your S.O., and stick around until the end for a dreamy sound bath that’ll leave you feeling totally blissed out.

Feb. 22. St. Paul, 651-645-5551, tulayogawellness.com