We had an incredible time during our recent Community Yoga Class with the youth! 🧘🏾♂️✨
📍 Kakuma Refugee Camp.
Together, we practiced mindfulness, movement, and breathwork, creating a space for relaxation, self-discovery, and connection. It was amazing to see the energy, focus, and resilience of each participant!
💬 Highlights from the session: ✅ Youth shared how yoga helps them manage stress and stay present. ✅ We explored simple techniques for emotional regulation and relaxation. ✅ The sense of community and support was truly inspiring!
Thank you to everyone who joined and made this session special! 💙 Stay tuned for more upcoming classes. Let’s keep growing together! 🌱✨
CommunityYoga #YouthWellness #MindBodyConnection
Flying high with joy and balance! ✈️🧘♀️ #AirplaneYoga #HappyVibes #BalancedJourney
Standing tall and grounded, ready to rise like a mountain! 🏔️✨ #MountainPose #StrengthAndStability #FindingMyCenter
Starting from a place of calm and surrender, embracing stillness as we prepare for the journey ahead. 🌸🧘♀️ #ChildPose #StartingWithEase #YogaJourneyDeepening the stretch and finding strength in every fold. 🌿💪 #SideFacingWideLegForwardFold #AdvancedStretch #YogaChallengeStanding strong and fierce, rooted in the present moment. 💥🛡️ #WarriorTwo #StrengthAndFocus #YogaPoweFinding balance and openness in the double pigeon pose. 🦋🧘♂️ #DoublePigeon #HipOpener #YogaFlowEmbracing grace and balance in every movement. 💃✨ #DancerPose #FlowAndFocus #YogaGrace.Arching into strength and flexibility with the flow bow! 🌊🎯 #FlowBow #StrengthInMotion #YogaJourneyRooted in strength, reaching for the sky. 🌳✨ #TreePose #FindYourBalance #GroundedAndGracefulEvery pose brings us closer to our centre, one breath at a time. 🧘♀️✨ #EveryPoseMatters #MindfulMovement #YogaJourneyFlipping into freedom and flow with Full Flip Dog! 🌟🙃 #FullFlipDog #YogaFlow #StrengthAndFlexibilityStand tall, stay grounded, and embrace your strength. Just like a mountain, you have the power to weather any storm. 🌱💪 #MountainPose #InnerStrength #KeepRisingOpening up the spine and letting go of the day’s tension. 🌸✨ #BackStretch #ReleaseAndRelax #FindYourFlexibility.Letting go, surrendering to the moment, and releasing all that no longer serves. 🌿💫 #RagdollPose #LetGoAndBreathe #YogaRelease
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