San Diego CA— One Love Movement, a nonprofit aimed at raising awareness and support to advance social justice, will host its 7^th Annual Charity Yoga Event on Sunday, September 23 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Waterfront Park in Downtown San Diego. The event features a yoga class followed by a guided meditation, live music, and a wine and beer garden. All proceeds from the event will support the One Love project for anti-bullying, LGBTQ, transgender and gender equality in elementary schools in San Diego, the One Love Shelter in India, and the One Love Project for abandoned kids in Seoul, South Korea. This year’s event is presented by p1440, Olympic gold medalist Kerri Walsh-Jennings’ new event series and digital community.
“Our annual event brings the San Diego community together to unite for a common purpose – to celebrate life and a shared goal in helping others,” says Kim Bauman, founder of the One Love Movement. “My dream is to continue to grow the One Love Movement and empower individuals to want to turn their compassion into action.”
The annual event unites the community each year to give back through an outdoor yoga class, live music and a celebration of life. Five guest instructors including Kim Bauman, Marissa Hamill, Sara Ruiz, Forrest Harrop, and Andrew Shultz will lead the practice, followed by a guided meditation. After the practice, participants will enjoy live DJ music, a wine and beer garden, and tastes from local food vendors. Three-time Olympic gold medalist and one-time Olympic bronze medalist Kerri Walsh-Jennings will be the keynote speaker at the event. p1440 will also host an interactive activation where guests will have the chance to play volleyball with Kerri.
Doors open at 8 a.m. and the event begins at 9 a.m. The yoga practice will be held for an hour and include a short guided meditation on the lawn of Waterfront Park. The food and beverage vendors will remain open until 1 p.m. Children of all ages are welcome. Tickets are available to purchase online and start at $35.