A one-day yoga fundraiser
Yoga in the Wild
A Practice with Purpose
A day of movement, compassion, and conservation at The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado. Your registration includes one yoga class and a full-day sanctuary pass.
100% of event proceeds go to The Wild Animal Sanctuary.
Date
Coming Fall 2026
A Saturday or Sunday, mid-August to mid-October.
Location
The Wild Animal Sanctuary
Keenesburg, Colorado.
Cost
$100 per participant
Every dollar supports the Sanctuary.
Includes
One class + full-day pass
A 60-minute yoga class and sanctuary admission.
Who Can Attend
Adults & youth 14+
Youth ages 14+ with parental permission.
Fundraising Goal
$10,000 raised
For rescued wild animals.
About the event
A day of yoga, compassion, and conservation
Yoga in the Wild is a collaborative one-day fundraiser bringing together Longmont-area yoga studios and community members in support of The Wild Animal Sanctuary. Participants choose one 60-minute class and receive a full-day pass to explore the elevated walkway, Welcome Center, and Education Center.
The day connects the values of yoga — especially ahimsa, or non-harming — with practical action on behalf of rescued wild animals.
We move with purpose, and we practice in service.
Class schedule
Choose one 60-minute class
Arrive 30-60 minutes before your class — or earlier in the day to explore. The Sanctuary opens at 9:00 AM.
What's included
Your registration includes
What to expect
Arrive & check in
Check in at the main ticket booth at the Welcome Center with your registration confirmation.
Explore the Sanctuary
Spend as much time as you like along the elevated walkway, Education Center, and public spaces.
Take your class
Classes are held indoors on the Mezzanine in the Welcome Center, overlooking the walkway.
Join the community moment
A short speaker presentation, donation presentation, and raffle drawing at 1:30 PM.
Support further
Become a member, make a donation, or visit the gift shop to support the Sanctuary onsite.
Minutes per class
Each yoga session runs a full hour.
Bring your own mat
Mats are not provided onsite.
The venue
About The Wild Animal Sanctuary
Located in Keenesburg, Colorado, the Sanctuary provides large-acreage habitats and lifelong care for rescued captive wild animals. Visitors experience it from an elevated walkway designed to allow viewing without disturbing the animals.
Visit WildAnimalSanctuary.org →Register
Register through a participating studio
Two Longmont-area yoga studios are hosting classes for this first-ever event. Each studio manages registration and ticketing through its own website — choose a studio to reserve your spot.
E8 Yoga
Class time and teacher to be confirmed. Tickets are hosted on E8 Yoga's website.
Register through E8 Yoga → Ticketing link coming soon.Yoga Pod
Class time and teacher to be confirmed. Tickets are hosted on Yoga Pod's website.
Register through Yoga Pod → Ticketing link coming soon.Registration links will be added as participating studios confirm their class details. Nearby studios may also join if they express interest.
Volunteer
Volunteer at the event
Twelve volunteers will help with class transitions, wayfinding, and participant support throughout the day. Volunteers receive free admission to The Wild Animal Sanctuary.
Contact Karen Ehrhardt-Martinez →Organizer
Organized by Karen Ehrhardt-Martinez
Karen is a 15-year Longmont resident and 500-hour certified yoga instructor teaching since 2016. A former environmental sociologist — with work alongside the Ohio Wildlife Center and World Wildlife Fund — her teaching draws on yoga's power to build self-awareness, resilience, and community connection.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
When is the event?+
The exact date is still being confirmed. The event is planned for a Saturday or Sunday between mid-August and mid-October 2026.
What does registration include?+
One 60-minute yoga class and a full-day Sanctuary pass — including the elevated walkway, Welcome Center, and Education Center.
Can I take more than one class?+
Possibly — a second class may be offered for an additional fee. This is still to be determined and will be confirmed before registration opens.
Are children allowed?+
The yoga event is open to adults and youth ages 14+ with parental permission. Younger children and family members may purchase Sanctuary admission separately through the Sanctuary ticket office.
Do I need to bring a yoga mat?+
Yes — please bring your own yoga mat. You may also bring your own food and drink or purchase food and beverages onsite.
Is there a refund policy?+
No refunds are planned if participants choose to cancel.
Do I need to sign a waiver?+
Yes. Participants will sign a liability waiver that also includes media consent and an option to share contact information with The Wild Animal Sanctuary.
Is this a guided tour?+
No. Time at the Sanctuary is self-guided, with Sanctuary volunteers available throughout the public areas to answer questions. The event is intentionally simple — no vendor booths, silent auction, or sponsor fair.
Move with purpose.
Practice in service.
Spend the day at the Sanctuary and help support rescued wild animals. 100% of event proceeds go to The Wild Animal Sanctuary.
Register for a Class