Is the Gaiam Yoga Block worth it?

Yoga blocks that add stable support to your practice

The Gaiam Yoga Block makes the most useful design choice for daily practice clear: supportive EVA foam with a non-slip surface and beveled edges. That combination gives your hands, feet, or seat a defined place to land while you work through a pose. The edges are shaped for easier gripping, so the block can feel more manageable when you are adjusting your position or reaching toward the floor.

The listed dimensions are 9 by 6 by 4 inches, and the set includes two blocks. That matters because support often needs to happen on both sides of the body, or at more than one point in a modified pose. You can place them under your hands for alignment, under your seat during meditation, or as support while extending and deepening stretches.

Gaiam describes these blocks as denser than standard EVA blocks, while keeping them lightweight. The result is a useful middle ground for people who want portable support without bringing a bulky prop to a home practice. The surface is described as soft and non-slip, though buyer feedback is mixed on firmness and how easily the foam can dent or scratch. Spot clean with mild detergent, then towel dry or air dry.