Join us for a transformative 30-minute yoga and mindfulness session inspired by fungi, the unsung heroes of our interconnected world. Fungi establish mycorrhizal networks with trees, creating a forest- wide fungal internet for essential exchanges of nutrients and knowledge. This powerful metaphor emphasizes the importance of both human interconnectedness and our connection with nature.

Moreover, fungi's role in decomposing and transforming organic matter mirrors personal growth. Through breathwork, gentle yoga poses, and mindfulness, we will explore these concepts, igniting your potential for personal growth and deeper connections.

Mats will be provided, or you may bring your mat if preferred.

About Robin Rollan @blackyogis: Robin Rollan is a dedicated yoga and mindfulness practitioner with over a decade of experience, exploring various yoga styles, including Hatha, Vinyasa flow, Hot Yoga (formerly Bikram Hot Yoga), Ashtanga, and Kemetic YogaTM. In 2019, she completed a 200-hour Kemetic YogaTM teacher training in Egypt with Master teacher Yiser Ra Hotep (Elvrid Lawrence). Kemetic YogaTM, grounded in the ancient Egyptian system of Yoga enlightenment, integrates physical movements with controlled deep breathing and meditation.

In the realm of meditation and mindfulness, Robin's path has been deeply influenced by Tibetan Buddhism in the Shambhala tradition, earning her a 200-hour Mindfulness Instructor Training certificate from the Shambhala Meditation Center in 2018.

Driven by a commitment to community, Robin teaches yoga in various community spaces, including the James Baldwin Farmer’s Market and the Bronx River Alliance. She has also developed tailored yoga and mindfulness programs for urban communities.

Robin's practice is rooted in fostering inclusive and community-oriented environments, addressing the underrepresentation of Black and people of color in yoga. She created the Blackyogis Tumblr blog to showcase the diversity of yoga practitioners.

With a passion for inclusivity and mindfulness, Robin is dedicated to making yoga and mindfulness accessible to all, enriching lives in diverse communities through these transformative practices.

Contact info: blackyogis@gmail.com, IG, Tumblr & Twitter: @BlackYogis

2023 Fungus Festival: Finding Zen in Fungi with Black Yogis/Robin Rollan