Giant yoga class raises money for Christchurch City Mission

Tuesday, June 28th, 2016

Outstretched hands, heavy breathing and laughter fill the room as about 100 yogis raise funds for the Christchurch City Mission.

The One Giant Practice event was held in Christ’s College auditorium on Tuesday night – and International Yoga Day. Rows of chairs were shifted by students to make way for colourful yoga mats and even more colourful people.

Instructor Hamish Kenworthy, from Apollo Power Yoga, led a 90-minute session for the Christchurch yogis – some who were trying it for the first time. Continue reading

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