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Yogathon raising awareness for mental health, sexual violence

Aug 1, 2018 | 7:51 AM

RED DEER- On Saturday, Aug. 18 roll out your mat for a great cause.

The 2018 Nexus Energy Technologies Central Alberta Yogathon fundraiser kicks off at 10 a.m. and runs to 2 p.m. at City Hall Park.

The event features four hours of yoga, taught in a variety of styles and led by certified central Alberta-based teachers, a raffle, refreshments and prizes.

This year the recipient of the funds raised is the Central Alberta Sexual Assault Support Centre (CASASC), which educates, supports and empowers individuals, families and communities regarding all aspects of sexual violence.

CASASC has been in service for over 30 years in the central Alberta region, covering a service area spanning south from Wetaskiwin to Carstairs and west from Rocky Mountain House to Hanna.

The purpose of this event is to bring awareness surrounding not only sexual violence, but mental health support initiatives through the healing power of yoga.

The Yogathon is suitable for all ages and abilities.

Registration is $40 per person, with the fee waived for the participant who raises over $200 in pledges.

Participants are encouraged to register as a team or individual.

Registration is available on-line at https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/central-alberta-sexual-assault-centre/p2p/centralalbertayogathon/ or through a traditional paper pledge form. 
 

(Gary McKinnon)