International Day of Yoga is taking place on Saturday, 21 June.
Yoga was reportedly started in northern India thousands of years ago.
It has been proven to have multiple health benefits including helping with:
- Flexibility and balance
- Better sleep
- Stress relief
- Decrease anxiety
- Boost mental health
- Boost immunity
- Improve sleep
- Help with better posture
To mark the day, there are several events taking place all over the world.
Below are our top recommended yoga events in Johannesburg.
Kidding Around Yoga Teacher Training
Are you passionate about yoga and want to help younger children master the mind-body practice? The Kidding Around Yoga Teacher Training event is for you. Bring the whole family together for yoga fun. Whether you are yoga teacher, a parent or just someone who is passionate about yoga and kids, the training caters for all. The event is free.
Games and songs… and MORE games and songs!
80+ asanas
Age-appropriate activities for 2-12 year-olds including Partner Yoga
Yogic philosophy, pranayama, meditation, and chanting
Yoga arts & crafts
Deep relaxation/guided meditation for kids
Cookin’ with KAY… fun ways to share healthy eating habits
Behavior management techniques
Tips for Family, Mommy & Me, Baby, Teen, and Classroom Yoga
Stress management for kids
Physical contraindications of poses
Teaching yoga in various environments
How to run a successful Kids Yoga business
Yoga birthday parties and day camps
Observe a Family Yoga class taught by your trainer
- Saturday - Sunday, June 21 - 22, from 09:30 am - 05:00 pm
- 6 Oak Ave, 2191, Gauteng, Sandton
Yoga with Prathiksha and Ziphelele
Join seasoned yoga instructor Prathiksha Naidu and Ziphelele as they help you bring harmony to your body, mind and spirit this International Day of Yoga.
The event is free and open to people of all ages and fitness levels. There is no experience required.
- Saturday, June 21, from 11:00
- Benmore Shopping Centre rooftop
Vertical Vixen
Vertical Vixen is celebrating International Yoga Day with Yin & Yoga Nidra, a combination of two complementary practices designed for deep relaxation and stress relief.
The event takes place at Vertical Vixen studios.
- Saturday, June 21, from 12:00.
- 7 Zircon Street, Jukskei Park, Randburg.
BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha
This is a free event that will teach the practice of Pranayam, a yogic practice that deals with health and mental and spiritual wellness.
It is taking place at BAPS Hindu Mandir, a Hindu temple, in Northriding.
There will also be free food.
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