Candlelit Yoga for a Cause! (donation-based, in-person)

Rest and recalibrate this Wednesday evening with a 60-minute gentle yoga class at the enchanting Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre. We will convene in the first floor gallery, overlooking Edinburgh's iconic St. Mary's Cathedral. Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes before the start of class. Where possible, students are encouraged to bring their own mat and any desired props (blanket, pillow, etc.). There will be some extra mats on hand for those who need them. We'll move through some foundational postures, followed by a short guided meditation. No experience necessary, suitable for all levels.

A £10-15 donation is strongly encouraged.

All proceeds will be donated to PTSD UK, the only organisation in Britain dedicated to raising awareness of post-traumatic stress disorder. Their groundbreaking work seeks to educate the public on the diverse and complex causes and manifestations of PTSD, while connecting trauma survivors with appropriate and effective treatment options.

About Daillen:

Daillen Culver is a yoga teacher, humanitarian researcher, and wellbeing educator. After experiencing first-hand the trauma and mental health challenges that come with working in the humanitarian sector, Daillen co-founded BeDo—an emotional wellbeing initiative for impact-driven professionals. Her signature workshops aim to build resilience among researchers and humanitarians through the practical application of compassion, trauma sensitivity, and mindfulness. She has been practicing yoga for over a decade.

Full list of dates:

• January 5
• January 19
• February 16
• March 2
• March 16
• March 30

If you are experiencing any kind of financial hardship and cannot afford to make a donation but would still like to attend, please reach out. You are most welcome! Conversely, if you would like to attend more than one session and make a larger donation in full rather than purchasing individual tickets, please reach out. In the section below, you can click "Contact" to message Daillen directly.

If you're unable to attend but still wish to contribute, you can make a donation to our GoFundMe page. Any amount helps!

Please note:

In accordance with the Scottish Government's COVID-19 guidelines, all surfaces will be disinfected prior to class and mats will be socially distanced. Hands-on adjustments will only be offered with express permission. Students are asked to use face coverings upon entering the building, coverings are only to be removed once seated on your mat. Please replace your face covering at the end of class when gathering your belongings and leaving the building.

Host or Publisher Daillen Culver