Yoga Reaches Out Hosts First Yogathon in Columbia

On Sunday, October 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the first annual Yoga Reaches Out S.C. Yogathon will be held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia. Benefiting Palmetto Place and Achieve Columbia, more than 500 participants of all ages, and professional businesses from Columbia, the greater Midlands area and beyond will gather to participate in this inspirational day of yoga, community partnership development, and fundraising. Yoga Reaches Out has consistently attracted the top names in yoga, including Ana Forrest, Baron Baptiste, Bryan Kest and Elena Brower. Participants will be guided by a renowned lineup of leaders and instructors, led by Rolf Gates and a fabulous S.C. instructor team. National musical guest Ida Jo and local musicians will provide live music.

Offering something for everyone, the yogathon features yoga practice, food samplings, a marketplace and so much more. The honorary co-chairs for the event are Gov. Nikki Haley, University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides and Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin. All ages 16 and over are welcome to participate.

To register, donate or for more information, visit Yogathon.YogaReachesOut.org.