About this Event
What is the event about?
The International Day of Yoga aims to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of practising yoga for health and stress reduction. The session will have yoga and meditation led by experienced yoga teachers in Aberdeen and is suitable for beginners and intermediate practitioners. This event is fully free to attend only requiring you to register to book as spaces are limited.
When?
This year in Aberdeen, The International Yoga Day will be celebrated on the 20th of June (Saturday)
Where?
Mile End School, Mid Stocket Road, AB15 5LT
Age Limit:
16 and above only
Price:
Free, but since spaces are limited Online Pre-registration and free ticket purchase is Mandatory.
What to expect at session?
1) Physical Posture practise (asana) for strength, flexibility and overall well-being.
2) Meditation and Relaxation techniques to calm your mind, relieve stress and improve focus and mindfulness in everyday activity.
What to bring to the session?
Yoga mats, yoga straps (or a tie) and warm blankets (for yoga nidra relaxation) to be brought by attendees.
If you do have a yoga block please bring it along. We will be able to provide limited numbers.
Refreshments will be provided after the session.
Organisers:
The event is organised by various organisations below in partnership with Consulate General of India.
Aberdeen Hindu Temple Trust, Grampian Yoga Association, Yog Kulam, Brahma Kumaris, Indian Association of North East Scotland, Aberdeen Hindu Association and Art of Living UK.
We thank Shell UK Ltd for supporting this event.
To contact the organisers email:
Other Information:
The session is suitable for beginners and regular practitioners. Those under 18 years of age must have this event registration booked by a parent or guardian.
Parking spots are on a first come first serve basis. Please use public transport as much as possible to get to the venue.
Disclaimers apply, see details below.
Disclaimer:
Please read this section before registering:
If at any time during the class, you feel discomfort or strain, gently come out of the posture. You may rest at any time during the class. It is important in yoga that you listen to your body, and respect its limits on any given day. By attending the event you understand that yoga is not a substitute for medical attention, examination, diagnosis, or treatment. You should consult a physician prior to beginning any activity program, including yoga. You recognise that it is your responsibility to notify the teacher of any serious illness or injury before every yoga class. You will not perform any postures to the extent of strain or pain. You accept that neither the instructor, nor event organisers, are liable for any injury, or damages, to person or property, resulting from the taking of the class. Those under 18 years of age must have this event registration booked by a parent or guardian.
By attending this event, whether as a participant or otherwise (e.g. as a supporter), you acknowledge that images may be captured during the event using film photography, digital photography, video or other medium and may be used by the event organising committee to promote the future events in social media websites, promotional leaflets and brochures and other publicity material (such as internal and external newsletters). The images may also be provided to the media for publication in local or national newspapers or magazines.
The event organisers acknowledge responsibilities in capturing images by photography or other means in particular with reference to:
• The Protection of Children Act 1978;
• An individual’s right to privacy under The Human Rights Act 1998; and
• The Data Protection Act 1998.
Unless express objections are received, individuals attending this event are deemed to have given their consent by attending or remaining at the event.
The organisers shall take no responsibility for the capture and use of any images taken at the event by any third party not directly engaged by the organisers to do so on its behalf and accepts no liability for the actions of such third parties.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Mile-End School, Mid Stocket Road, Aberdeen, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
