Big-scale Wellbeing event in Willen Lake North (Milton Keynes) puts International Yoga Day on spot!
Latest News from Yoga State of Mind: International Yoga Day event is a success with hundreds attending on the day
Local community enjoyed 16 complementary yoga and wellbeing classes at the outdoor event at Willen Lake North on 21 June
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- International Yoga Day bird’s eye view
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- 10am Yoga State of Mind class
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- View across different classes at International Yoga Day event
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- Reception and sponsors tents
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- 11am Vinyasa yoga with Vanessa
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- 2pm Hatha Yoga with Aimee
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- Yoga class against the trees background
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- Meditation class with the Peace Pagoda at the background
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- Check in and information desk for arriving participants
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- Part of the team International Yoga Day event 2024
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- Morning class with tents at the background
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- Aerial shot of Nia Dance class
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- Energising vinyasa class by Billy
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- Aerial shot of family yoga class by Kelly Fairy
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- Warm up
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- Evening sound bath
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- Yoga/ meditation class at the background
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- Collaborators networking
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- Joanna Konefal, the organiser
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- Participants with headsets during Nia Dance
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- Fun workshop with Nepali bowls and drums
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- Yoga for big and little people
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- Ad hoc drumming circle
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- Gratitude tree in the centre of the event
International Yoga Day Event at Willen Lake North
Success of the first big-scale wellbeing event in Milton Keynes with hundreds attending free classes on the day paves a way for future collaborations and initiatives around yoga and mental health
Every 21 June yoga enthusiasts around the word celebrate the ancient practice of mindful movement and breath. International Yoga Day Event organised by Yoga State of Mind in Willen Lake North near the Peace Pagoda brought together over a dozen of local yoga teachers, reiki and meditation practitioners. Hundreds of participants, both local and visitors, took part in 16 complementary classes.
“I’ve always been fascinated by yoga but never had the chance to experience it until now. I can’t express how grateful I am to practice yoga at the event for the first time. It become a much-needed oasis of calm, self-care, and renewal in my busy life, allowing me to reconnect with myself and recharge.” – Chunni Subba, participant
The main aim of this initiative is to raise awareness about the effects of yoga, meditation, and similar activities on Mental Health. There is an increasing need for support for all who struggle with long-term issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, but also those who are interested in self-development. For someone who has not been well for a while it may be difficult to appreciate the simple things like ability to breathe or enjoy nature.
“A huge thank you to Yoga State of Mind for putting together such a fantastic event offering a variety of sessions that catered to different interests and abilities. Your hard work and dedication truly made International Yoga Day a memorable experience.” – Connie Solomon, collaborator
The event this year was funded via sponsorship, ads in a brochure and donations. We are already on the look out for our main sponsor 2025 as well as collaborators to bring this event back to the community in the years to come. Please reach out to the organiser to discuss your ideas and how you can support the local community through this event.
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About the organiser:
Joanna Konefal, founder of Yoga State of Mind, teaches Hatha Yoga with elements of Mindfulness and Personal Development
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