SHELBY, Ohio — When you think of yoga, calm music, gentle stretching or deep breathing might come to mind. But in recent years, animal-themed yoga has surged in popularity, from goats to dogs to cats. Now, one Ohio farm is offering a twist no one saw coming: what may be the world’s only otter yoga class.

The class takes place at Westmeister Farms in Shelby and features Harbor and Cove, two small-clawed Asian otters, along with yoga instructor Trish Sexstella of Meta Soul Yoga . She says the idea started as a fun themed event but quickly grew into something much bigger.

Trish has taught yoga for more than a decade and says the otter sessions often end up being the gateway for newcomers.

“It opens up a door for people who may not otherwise try yoga,” she said. “Some people show up

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