On Saturday afternoon, October 4, 2025 , the first “Daren” charity fitness yoga class of Daren Life Society started as scheduled in Onehunga community, Auckland . The event was very popular and the registration was full.
At the event, amidst soft music, yoga teacher Vivi’s voice was gentle yet powerful. Given that many were new to yoga, Vivi tailored the class to beginners, offering full-body stretching and stretching. There were no complex poses, only gradual guidance. Everyone followed the teacher ‘s instructions, raising their hands, bending at the waist, and stretching. The slow movements revealed each person’s varying physical state: some effortlessly relaxed their backs, while others frowned slightly as they bent. But everyone was striving to feel the awakening of their muscles and tendons.
The proverb “One inch of muscle growth equals ten years of extended life” emphasizes the importance of muscle flexibility to health and longevity. In class , Teacher Vivi also explained that stretching the muscles and bones has real benefits , helping to promote blood circulation and enhance flexibility, thereby slowing aging.
Participants in the free yoga classes generally reported feeling exceptionally relaxed afterward. Some shared their experiences, their words filled with excitement and a sense of release. One said, “Afterward, I felt so light, like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders.” Another remarked, “My first time doing the poses was n’t perfect, but I finally learned how to care for my body.” Still others lamented, “I just realized my muscles had ‘stretched.’ When I was little, it was so easy to just bend over and touch my toes. Now I have to take it slow.” Some jokingly remarked on the difficulty of the poses, but then added, “It’s a mixture of pain and joy .” This “difficulty” conceals a desire for health, a love for oneself, one’s body, and a deep concern for oneself.
Daren Life Society focus on people. People pay attention to their physical and mental health , use yoga courses and the simplest stretching to connect the warmth between people, and let everyone find the long-lost relaxation and strength in the dialogue with the body.