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Looking to meet your New Year’s resolution in San Diego? From feeling fit to finding more family time, check out our local resolution recommendations below.
Let’s hit the gym.
Photo via @earnedfitnesssd
Join a gym or fitness class
- Earned Fitness | Semi-private coaching sessions will help you on your path to a healthy, active lifestyle.
- Floating Yogis | Yoga meets paddle boarding in these classes in Mission Bay and Coronado, which return this spring.
- Find your flow | Try finding your zen at one of these yoga studios around SD.
Some time at Spa Brezza might be just the kind of self-care you need this year.
Photo via Spa Brezza
Practice self care
- Lemongrass Aveda Salon & Spa | This Encinitas spa specializes in a holistic approach to hair, skin, and body care — try a relaxing massage or facial, or get a new ‘do.
- Fairmont Spa & Wellness | Treat yourself to a five-star spa experience at Fairmont Grand Del Mar while surrounded by the beauty of Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve.
- Spa Brezza | Recharge your mind + body with a massage, facial, on manicure at Mission Bay Resort’s relaxing spa.
- Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve | 12600 N. Torrey Pines Rd. | Nature, hiking, and breathtaking ocean views will have you feeling refreshed in no time; check the California State Parks website for current closures.
Shop sustainably
- Kitchens for Good Shop | Local nonprofit Kitchens for Good runs this colorful shop in Pacific Beach where you can buy “pre-loved” cooking, baking, and dining items. You can donate your gently used kitchenware, too.
- Origins Grocer | North Park’s zero-waste grocery store offers package-free food, personal care, and household items — with dispensers that let you buy exactly the amount that you need.
- Bad Madge & Co. | This beloved boutique resale shop in South Park is brimming with clothing, accessories, furniture, and antique goods. It was ranked the top vintage and consignment store in the US by Yelp in 2022.
It’s not yoga, it’s not paddle boarding — it’s stand-up yoga paddle boarding.
Photo via @floatingyogis
Cook more meals at home
- Sur La Table | The store at The Forum Carlsbad offers daily cooking classes — from bread-making and perfecting your basic knife skills, to creating full-fledged meals from around the world.
- Eatsies | Chef Teri offers three-hour, custom cooking classes for small groups in her La Jolla home — bring some to-go containers.
- Giardino Meal Kits | The Lemon Grove restaurant sells weekly, $50 meal kits with instructions to make multiple dishes from its menu at home.
Read more books
- Warwick’s | Billed as “the country’s oldest continuously family-owned and operated bookstore,” this iconic shop in La Jolla Village hosts weekly author events and book signings.
- Verbatim Books | Sell, trade, or buy secondhand books inside this Instagram-worthy bookstore in North Park.
- Bluestocking Books | Find titles for days in this tiny space in the heart of Hillcrest.
Feeling extra committed? Check out our guide to books by local authors and our roundup of local used bookstores.
Spend more quality time with family
- Balboa Park | Explore the trails, gardens, and museums at this historic local landmark, or enjoy a free Sunday concert at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion.
- La Jolla Shores | Walk along the shoreline, sit on a blanket and enjoy the ocean views, or trek down to Scripps Pier.
- Mission Trails Regional Park | With 65+ miles of trails across 8,000 acres, enjoy the natural beauty of this happy place.
Nurture creativity
- San Diego Craft Collective | Take up a woodworking workshop or crafting class, or invite the kids to an art lesson at this Liberty Station spot.
- Painting & Vino | Paint a masterpiece while sipping on wine — there are classes all over town.
- Art on 30th | Tap into your creativity with art classes and workshops across mediums — and even get career coaching from fellow artists.
