Photography by Daphne Youree Photography
“Do what makes you happy. Be with those who make you smile. Work hard and play harder. Laugh as much as you breathe. Love as long as you live.”
Everyone had a BLAST at the Sweat for Smiles “Namaste and Play” Yoga Party! This fun fitness party (for a great cause) took place at lululemon athletica in the Time Warner Center (NYC) and supported KaBOOM!, an incredible charity that builds safe playgrounds for ALL kids especially handicapped and underprivileged. The following are the party highlights, in case you missed it.
The Good Cause: KaBOOM!
Sweat for Smiles was thrilled to support KaBOOM! Here’s more from KaBOOM.org:
“Only one in four kids in the US are getting the recommended daily amount of physical activity. That means, in a class of 20 students, only 5 are truly able to be a kid for just one hour each day. Children are not playing at home, they are not playing in schools, and they are not playing in their communities.
Play is an equity issue, too. For the 14 million kids living in poverty, play is too hard to come by as their families face many obstacles to play; from a lack of safe places, under-resourced schools that cut recess and physical education, and too much screen time.”
For more information, please visit kaboom.org and watch this video: https://kaboom.org/stories/eager_park
Special Guest: Dr. Maggie Cadet
Sweat for Smiles Founder, Ashley Slaughter, welcomed guests and shared some facts about the charity, KaBOOM!
Immediately following, Sweat for Smiles Wellness Contributor, and NYC Rheumatogist, Dr. Maggie Cadet, shared her expertise on the positive benefits of playing and exercise for people of all ages.
For more from Dr. Maggie, please visit maggiecadetmd.com.
The inspirational Jai Sugrim led a 40 minute vinyasa yoga workout, challenging guests of all levels to go with the flow. Sweat for Smiles instagrammed live from the party, allowing viewers from all over to join in.
Healthy Sips and Bites
Guests sipped on kombucha courtesy of Health-Ade and indulged in Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Chia Cups and Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies by Stylish Spoon. PERK ALERT: Sweat for Smilers get 15% off any order from Stylish Spoon from now through March 8th, with exclusive code SWEATFORSMILES!
Styled by lululemon athletica
Yoga Instructor, Karina Blackwood (@blissedhappiness) and Sweat for Smiles Host and Founder, Ashley Slaughter were outfitted by lululemon athletica. Both wore Wunder Under High Rise Tight (Mesh 28″) in Black. Ashley wore the Sculpt Tank in white on top. Karina wore the Breeze By Short Sleeve Squad in Dark Adobe/Antique Bark.
Guests had the opportunity post-workout to shop around the store and try on the store’s latest fitness styles.
Ashley wore Onyx and Hematite bracelets designed by Irina Jewelry.
Onyx is a protection stone that helps to discipline and absorb negative energy. Hematite is a stone of the mind which helps to improve self esteem, increase intuition, and develop will power.
PERK ALERT: Sweat for Smilers get 15% off any order with the code NAMASTE. Shop at Irina Jewelry NYC!
Favors and Raffle
Every guests received a raffle ticket for the chance to win incredible prizes courtesy of Crushed Tonic, Irina Jewelry, and Stylish Spoon.
The reigning Ms. New York, Lena Coco showed her support for the cause by attending and ended up winning the Crushed Tonic raffle prize ! Other winners won a bracelet from Irina Jewelry and cookies from Stylish Spoon. Congrats to everyone!
Talented stylist and makeup artist, Damarist Guadron, gave attendees braids throughout the event. She also did Ashley’s makeup- amazing! Everyone loved their braids! Damarist can be contacted via email at damarist84@gmail.com
Thank you to everyone who made this incredible party possible! Thats a wrap! For more information on upcoming events, please follow Sweat for Smiles on Instagram or Facebook (@sweatforsmiles).
Until Next Time,
Ashley
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