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James Island County Park’s Yoga Fest set for June 20 

(CHARLESTON COUNTY) – Embrace the summer solstice during Yoga Fest at James Island County Park! Held in the meadow on the day the sun reaches its highest position in the sky, Yoga Fest offers family-friendly entertainment and activities on Thursday, June 20 from 6 – 8 p.m.

The event will open with a performance by AcroCharlestonSC and live reggae music from Mystic Vibrations at 6 p.m. Yoga flow will be led by local instructors Caroline Nash and Kate Moon, and will conclude with a meditation presented by Kelly George. Yoga is open to all ages and abilities. A kids’ yoga program will be hosted by community partner Empowered Minds, a group that teaches yoga and mindfulness with a focus on downtown public schools. Yoga programs will begin at 6:30 p.m., with the kids’ program held concurrently. All ages and abilities are welcome.

After yoga, participants are invited to join the Acro Yoga Jam at 7:30 p.m. Acro Yoga combines yoga and acrobatics. Anyone interested in trying the activity is encouraged to join in on this fun and informal session.

Early registration for Yoga Fest is $30 for ages 13 and older. Kids 12 and under are free and not required to register (chaperone required). On-site registration will be available for a fee of $35. Groups of 10 or more can receive a 20% discount when purchasing all tickets at the same time. Registration includes yoga sessions, an alcoholic beverage (for ages 21 and up – ID required), a kid-friendly food item from Kona Ice, and a Yoga Fest racer back tank top. Food vendors will be on site for those wishing to purchase a meal.

Registration is available at CharlestonCountyParks.com (direct link).

“As the sun reaches its zenith in the sky, it’s time to gather and celebrate the magic of summer, community and the great outdoors with friends and family,” said Charleston County Parks Fitness and Wellness Manager Allison Foster. “We invite you to join us for a day of joy and connection in the heart of nature.”

Pets are not allowed at the event. In case of rain, Yoga Fest will be rescheduled for Thursday, June 27. Food and beverages will be available on site for additional purchase.

Kulture City sensory bags will be available for checkout for adults and children to enhance the Yoga Fest experience for anyone with sensory needs.

Yoga Fest is presented by Limehouse Produce, Fit Body and The Wonderer, and also sponsored by Kona Ice, SÈCHEY, and your Charleston County Parks. For more information on the Yoga Fest, to read instructor bios, or to register, visit https://ccprc.com/3575/Yoga-Fest.

Yoga Fest is one of a number of yoga programs offered in the Charleston County Parks throughout the year. For more information on any of the Charleston County Parks yoga programs, visit CharlestonCountyParks.com or call 843-795-4386.

Owned and managed by the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC), James Island County Park is located at 871 Riverland Drive. The mission of CCPRC is to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs and services. The large park system features over 11,000 acres of property and includes four day parks, three beach parks, three dog parks, two landmark fishing piers, three waterparks, 19 boat landings, a climbing wall, a challenge course, a historical plantation site, an interpretive center, an equestrian center, cottages, a campground, a marina, as well as wedding, meeting and event facilities. The park system also offers a wide variety of recreational services – festivals, camps, classes, programs, volunteer opportunities, and more. For more information, call 843-795-4386 or visit www.charlestoncountyparks.com.

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Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission / 861 Riverland Drive / Charleston, SC 29412 / (843) 795-4386