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7.7.19: Namaspa Yoga Community hosts 'Taste of the Beloved' Festival
The Namaspa Yoga Community hosted A ‘Taste of the Beloved’ Festival on Sunday to raise money to teach yoga to those who do not have the resources.
Namaspa Foundation Founder explains the healing power of yoga.
2.21.19: Deschutes County jail inmates use yoga to reduce anxiety
Free program can provide anger & stress relief
Jail is a place not many people want to end up, but if they do, it's important inmates receive the tools needed to succeed once outside the locked doors. When you think of "going to jail," you probably think of metal bars, security cameras, and glass panes. But twice per week, inmates at the Deschutes County Jail have an opportunity to do yoga.
7/12/18: Deschutes County jail inmates use yoga to relieve stress, anxiety
Jail offers alternative to anti-anxiety medication
One correction in this article: The Namaspa Foundation brings yoga to inmates at Deschutes County Jail, and classes are taught by certified instructors whose time and expertise are paid for by donations to the Foundation.
7/12/18: Yoga Behind Bars
When you think of yoga, you probably think of a peaceful, tranquil, place. However this yoga class takes place behind bars.
Welcome to the Deschutes County Jail yoga program.
Inmates already have access to other programs with a focus on drug and alcohol treatment and religion, but jail officials identified anxiety as one of the top stressors for inmates. They thought yoga could be part of the solution.
