Township Yogi

2020 | 84 minutes |

| U/A |

Rated 16+

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VIOLENCE, SMOKING, SUBSTANCE USE

Director: Peter Charles Matthews
Awards: Official Selection at the London International Motion Picture Awards,Award of Excellence – Depth of Field International Film Festival,Best Documentary – New York Cinematography Awards,Best Documentary Cinematography - New York Cinematography Awards,Finalist – Barnes International Film Festival,Official Selection – European Cinematography Awards,Official Selection – Royal Starr International Film Festival

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Does yoga have the power to uplift communities? The Township Yoga Project teaches the ancient practice to locals of KwaZulu-Natal province, a region inflicted with poverty, crime & illnesses. It trains people to become yoga teachers, as a way of empowering them. Aimed with the tool to battle diseases, fight addictions & create positivity, the residents have paved the way towards health & joy.

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