Step outside of the studio and into a world of adventure as locals are invited to extend their limbs and fill their bellies when Wild Yoga returns to the National Zoo & Aquarium this Saturday 8 June.

A morning of easy-flow yoga is led by master stretchers from Yogamigos right in the heart of the animal facility. Slither into the cobra pose alongside the white rhino, cheetahs, giraffes and other majestic residents.

As well as being a wild time for all involved, the morning stretch is to raise money for the Canberra Hospital Foundation’s Give Me Five initiative, which supports sick kids at the Centenary Hospital for Women and Children.

Returning after the success of last year, the team at the National Zoo & Aquarium say the community came out in full support and they were able to raise thousands of dollars. They are hoping the community will show up again for the kids.

“We invite all Canberrans to join us and support this fantastic cause, and to enjoy warm drinks and a light breakfast to refresh you after your wild yoga adventure. Wake up with our animals, and find zen in the sounds of the zoo,” says Chara Reynolds, Zoo Spokesperson.

Donations help the children of our region and our nearby neighbours while they receive care in the hospital. Funds raised through the different Give Me Five events go towards helping to buy new life-saving equipment, fund specialist programs, supply new toys and other activities for patients.

For as little as $5, you can help make a real difference, including the purchase of a Venoscope Neonatal Vascular Transilluminator, a device that helps locate veins in babies. Reduce the stress on little minds and bodies by helping to buy therapeutic toys and tools like the Smileyscopes virtual reality experience that calms children during needle procedures.  

No need to be a yogi-master, this gentle class is for all ages, abilities and perhaps species – who knows which zoo residents might want to follow instructions.

Get warm with a stretch and hot drink, relax, refresh and start your day the right way.

Wake up with a roar in Wild Yoga at the National Zoo & Aquarium on Saturday 8 June 9:30am; nationalzoo.com.au

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