To celebrate International Yoga Day, the Yoga in Daily Life Brno association, in collaboration with the Embassy of India in Prague, the Indian Community in the Czech Republic, and the Faculty of Sports Studies of Masaryk University (MUNI), will host an open yoga event on Sunday, June 16. The event will take place at the Masaryk University Campus in Bohunice from 10 AM to 3:30 PM in building E34, ground floor, movement hall.
Event Details and Schedule
Date and Time
- Date: Sunday, June 16
- Time: 10 AM to 3:30 PM
- Location: Masaryk University Campus in Bohunice, Building E34, Ground Floor, Movement Hall
Event Overview
The International Day of Yoga is celebrated annually on June 21, established by the United Nations in 2014 to raise global awareness of the many benefits of practicing yoga. This year’s event in Brno aims to promote yoga as a holistic practice for physical and mental well-being.
Expert-Led Workshops
Workshop 1: Yoga for Preventing and Treating Back Pain
- Time: 10 AM to 12:30 PM
- Leader: Professor Martin Repko
- Details:
- Focus on preventing and treating back pain.
- Practical session with yoga exercises targeting muscle imbalances and faulty movement patterns.
- Techniques based on movement, breathing, and relaxation exercises from the Yoga in Daily Life methods.
Workshop 2: Yoga for Achieving Hormonal Health and Balance
- Time: 2 PM to 3:30 PM
- Leader: Doctor Alena Filková
- Details:
- Focus on hormonal health, especially for women.
- Practical session with yoga exercises targeting the endocrine system and female hormonal balance.
- Techniques for strengthening the pelvic floor area and overall hormonal balance.
Both workshops will be conducted in Czech, with English translation available on-site.
Participation and Registration
How to Participate
Participation is free and open to all. However, pre-registration on the website is encouraged to ensure smooth event management. Workshops can also be watched from home via a live stream.
What to Bring
- Comfortable Clothes: Recommended for practicing yoga comfortably.
- Personal Yoga Mat: Limited mats are available on-site, so bringing your own is advised.
Facilities
After the event, participants can use the showers available at the facility.
Conclusion
Join us on June 16 at the Masaryk University Campus in Bohunice to celebrate International Yoga Day. Engage in expert-led workshops, improve your physical and mental well-being, and be part of a global celebration of yoga.
For more details and to register, visit our website. See you at the event!
