Whether you’re a namaste newbie or an experienced yogi, we could all benefit from including the ancient practice in our free time. Yoga is essential to break away from the everyday stresses of life and focus on soothing our minds, bodies and souls.
Here are some of the yoga events happening in Johannesburg that you need to add to your calendar this Winter.
1. Yoga At The Fort With REA
Date: Saturday 10th June 2023
Venue: 28 Fort St, Birnam St (Just off Corlett Drive)
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Cost: R350
What better way to start off the weekend than with a perfect combination of yoga, good food, and great company? This event promises to nourish your body and your mind.
Connection is the theme of this wonderful event, encouraging attendees to connect with, not only oneself, but with those around them too.
The morning will begin with a gentle yoga session followed by a hearty brunch, complete with refreshing mimosas.
Get your tickets here.
2. International Day Of Yoga
Date: Saturday 24th June 2023
Venue: Wanderers Cricket Stadium
Time: 10:00 – 15:00
Cost: Free
This incredible celebratory event is hosted by The Consulate General of India in Johannesburg and aims to be one of the largest yoga gatherings in the world.
The event places special emphasis on promoting holistic wellness and fostering a multicultural environment through physical fitness, mental well-being and stress reduction.
What to look out for: Invigorating yoga sessions, cultural exhibitions, food stalls and family-friendly activities including a dedicated play area for children.
Don’t sleep on this transformative experience of unity and health. Fill out this form to sign up.
3. Yoga Day in Support of Paws R Us (SA)
Date: Sunday 25th June 2023
Venue: Casalinga Muldersdrift
Time: 9:00 – 11:30
Cost: R250
The only thing better than yoga is giving back while practising it. This idea can become a reality if you join this special event held in the luscious gardens of Casalinga in Muldersdrift.
Guided by Jo Gibbon of Living Yoga, the class focuses on mental balance and stability to power you through the rest of the year.
A cause highly worth supporting, the mission of the Paws R Us (SA) organisation is to rescue and rehome unwanted and abandoned dogs.
There are great prizes up for grabs, you could win anything from yoga apparel and equipment to yoga sessions and vouchers, kindly donated by various sponsors.
This is definitely one you won’t want to miss. Buy your tickets here.
4. Introduction To Yoga: The 8 Limbed Path
Date: Saturday 8th July 2023
Venue: Indaba Hotel, Spa & Conference Centre, Fourways
Time: 9:00 – 14:00
Cost: R900
If you’re new to the world of yoga and looking to discover more, this is the event for you.
Introduction to yoga, led by Nyaki from HeartSpaceNation, promises to help you embark on your transformative journey into the world of yoga.
During the session, you’ll have the opportunity to dive into the origins of Yoga and explore its practical application in your daily life.
Your ticket includes tea and nutritious plant-based lunch, all you need to bring is your yoga mat and an open mind.
From breathwork and meditation to asanas and mindfulness, this immersive experience allows you to discover a variety of techniques to cultivate inner peace, balance, and spiritual alignment.
Find out more here.
Fueling Your Body And Your Mind
Remember, your approach to wellness should always be holistic. It’s important to listen to your body and respond to what it needs.
Your body’s post-yoga recovery is just as important as your warm up. Even if you live a plant-based life, you can still include a variety of food sources that are high in protein. High Energy Protein Bars or a High Protein Supa Shake are the perfect, plant-based, post-workout drink to optimise your body’s recovery after engaging in physical activity.