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Polish Community Moves – Yoga for Every Body
- Polish Community Moves – Yoga for Every Body is a community wellbeing project funded by Sport England. The project was created to support the physical and mental wellbeing of the Polish community in Peterborough by providing free, accessible and inclusive yoga sessions in a welcoming community environment.
Through weekly classes, participants have the opportunity to improve their physical health, reduce stress, build confidence and connect with others. The project removes common barriers to participation, including cost, language and lack of access to culturally familiar wellbeing activities.
More than just a yoga class, the project creates a supportive space where people can take time for themselves, meet new people and become part of a positive and encouraging community.
What We Do
The project delivers free weekly yoga sessions led by qualified instructors, alongside wellbeing-focused activities including breathwork, relaxation and opportunities for social connection.
Sessions are open to adults of all ages, abilities and experience levels, including complete beginners. Refreshments and informal social time help participants build friendships and strengthen community connections beyond the yoga mat.
Expected Impact
Through 44 weeks of free yoga and wellbeing activities, Polish Community Moves – Yoga for Every Body aims to create lasting positive change for individuals and the wider community.
The project will:
🧘 Improve physical health, mobility and overall wellbeing
💚 Support better mental health and emotional resilience
🤝 Reduce loneliness and social isolation
🌿 Encourage healthier lifestyles and self-care habits
👥 Create opportunities for people to build friendships and social connections
🌍 Increase participation in community life and strengthen a sense of belonging
💬 Provide a welcoming and culturally familiar space where people feel supported and understood
By the end of the project, we aim to have engaged more than 20 regular participants and created a sustainable wellbeing programme that continues to support local residents beyond the funding period.
Looking Ahead
We believe that wellbeing is stronger when it is shared. By bringing people together through movement, mindfulness and community connection, Polish Community Moves – Yoga for Every Body is helping to build a healthier, more connected and more resilient community in Peterborough.
We are grateful to Sport England and National Lottery players for making this project possible.
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