Tigers Fitness Club Lafit, operated by Wellness Hanshin Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture; President: Naoki Okamoto), will host a yoga event titled "Global Wellness Day & International Yoga Day 2026 in Hanshin Koshien Stadium" on Saturday, June 13.
Hanshin Koshien Stadium has previously hosted "Asatore! Koshien" three times, offering extraordinary experiences that can only be enjoyed there. This fourth event will be held in conjunction with "Global Wellness Day" and "International Yoga Day," which are celebrated worldwide. Participants can experience a special "100-person yoga" session overlooking the ground from the infield artificial turf area.
The outline of this special event, where you can enjoy yoga in the refreshing early summer air of Hanshin Koshien Stadium's unique location, is as follows:
【Event Overview】 Name: "Global Wellness Day & International Yoga Day 2026 in Hanshin Koshien Stadium" Venue: Hanshin Koshien Stadium, Infield Artificial Turf Area Date and Time: Saturday, June 13, 2026, 7:45 AM - 8:45 AM Meeting Time: 7:30 AM (Meet in front of Gate 7 of Hanshin Koshien Stadium) Dismissal Time: 9:00 AM (scheduled) Eligible Participants: Elementary school 5th graders and above (only participants will be admitted) Capacity: 100 people Participation Fee: 3,500 yen (tax included) Application Method: Please purchase on the Lawson Ticket sales page. URL: https://l-tike.com/koshien-asatore/ Application Period: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 10:00 AM - Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 12:00 PM *First-come, first-served. Applications will close once capacity is reached. *In addition to the participation fee, a separate settlement fee will be incurred. *Pre-registration as a Lawson WEB member (free) is required. *Cancellations and refunds are not possible after purchase. Inquiry Contact: Tigers Fitness Club Lafit Phone: 0798-40-5050 (Reception hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM) *Closed on Mondays *This event is jointly operated by Wellness Hanshin Co., Ltd. and SAPS Co., Ltd.
【Instructor Introduction】 Gupta Sakshi (from India) An instructor from India who has been familiar with yoga since childhood and has practiced and taught it as part of her life. She deepened her yoga knowledge at Yog Nirvana, Rishikesh (Yoga Alliance USA certified yoga teacher training school) in the Tapovan area of Rishikesh, a sacred place for yoga in India, and obtained international yoga instructor qualifications. In India, yoga is not just an exercise but an important habit for harmonizing mind, body, and way of life, and she cherishes and conveys its essence. She conducts activities to convey authentic Indian yoga with instruction available in English and Japanese. Qualifications: ・YTTC International Yoga Teacher ・Indian Classical Dance - Kathak (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced levels)
(Reference) "Global Wellness Day" This is a social event born in Turkey in 2012. With the slogan "One day can change your whole life," the second Saturday of June each year is designated as a day to provide an opportunity to re-examine a "healthy lifestyle." It has now grown into the world's largest social movement, with over 110 countries participating.
"International Yoga Day" This is a day for yoga declared by the United Nations in 2015. It was proposed with the aim of encouraging individuals to focus on their physical and mental health during the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. Yoga events are held worldwide on June 21.
Notes ・In case of rain, the event will be moved to the infield stands and the third base bullpen, and some content will be changed. A ground-level tour (photo session) will also be held. ・Changes to the venue and content in case of rain will be announced on the official website of Tigers Fitness Club Lafit (URL: https://wellness-h-fitness.com/). ・No changing facilities are provided before the event. After the event, only those who wish will be guided to the changing rooms of Tigers Fitness Club Lafit. ・Participants are requested to bring their own necessary items for this event (athletic shoes, towel, hydration drink, yoga mat). ・When entering the ground (using the artificial turf area), please be sure to wear athletic shoes. Spike shoes, leather shoes, or shoes with heels are not permitted on the ground. Also, accessories such as earrings that may fall off should be removed.
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