Rest, not Stress: Yoga Workshop

In a world that often demands more, and the constant sources of stresses the global majority can be exposed to, we choose rest as an act of resilience.

Join us as we come together as a group, to rest, to reflect and to release tension. We will be expertly guided by Rose 🌹 aka Black 🖤 Rose 🌹 Yogini, who is a 200hr certified yoga teacher in Hatha, Vinyasa and Egyptian Yoga. So join us, invite your friends, partner, family and colleagues- let’s talk, learn, practice actions and support each other during this session, aimed at learning how rest in a fast-paced society.

VENUE - To be confirmed but will be Birmingham,UK located.

This event will allow you to:

• Find belonging, community as well as learn, explore and connect on experiences
• Reflect on behaviour, actions and take part in practicing new ways of coping
• Have access to a Yoga Instructor, paid by IN.Society- so please do make use of the time during the event!
• Unapologetically focus on you, what you want out of life and ability to share in a non judgemental environment

WHAT TO EXPECT

• A supportive, culturally competent space to rest and relax
• A chance to ask questions and connect with other locals over experiences in an unfiltered, safe space
• Engage, explore and gain access to culturally competent mental health service providers

PLEASE BRING

• Yoga mat

Water and light refreshments will be provided.

WHY IS THIS EVENT FREE?

IN.Society is delighted to have the Racial Identity & Wellbeing Hub Project funded by the Commuity Lottery Fund. This event is one of many to be delivered throughout the year, focussed on supporting Black & Asian ethnic people in Birmingham/surrounding areas with experiences of racism through events, knowledge, togetherness, awareness and resources.

WHO'S THIS EVENT FOR?

This event is set up for Black and Asian ethnic communities to have an unfiltered, safe space to connect in a group setting, being particularly useful to:

• Anyone wanting to learn more and connect with others on this specific topic/practice
• Anyone who experienced racism and want help to overcoming it
• Anyone looking to connect with culturally-competent service providers

FACILITATED BY

Daneille Guthrie | Founder of IN.Society, a racial equality & cultural education organisation based in West Midlands

Rose 🌹 aka Black 🖤 Rose 🌹 Yogini | 'I'm a 200hr certified yoga teacher in Hatha, Vinyasa and Egyptian Yoga. I'm based in Birmingham, UK. I also offer womb centred yoga, elements of sound healing and intuitive movement. I love encouraging POC to engage in yoga to not only improve and benefit their mental health but also their strength and confidence through yoga.'

SUPPORTED BY

Birmingham Mind | Uroy Kelly & Zahida Khan, Community Workers

BAATN | Ian Thompson, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Advisor

MORE INFO

IN.Society - www.in-society.org - West Midlands based Racial Equality & Cultural Education organisation, which aims to support people and organisations working towards an inclusive future through education, support and advocacy. Become a member to join our mission, access future events and be apart of the change!

Black Rose Yogini - Instagram: @BlackRoseYogini

Birmingham Mind - https://birminghammind.org/ - Since 1962 Birmingham Mind has been working hard with individuals with mental health needs assisting them to build upon their own strengths so that they are in control of their own lives.

BAATN - https://www.baatn.org.uk/ - Home of the largest community of Counsellors and Psychotherapists of Black, African, Asian and Caribbean Heritage in the UK

Any Questions? Get in touch via:

Socials | @insociety_uk

Email: aW5mbyB8IGluLXNvY2lldHkgISBvcmc=

Also check out other Health & Wellness events in Birmingham, Workshops in Birmingham.