Nominated by: Alex Black
A YOGA teacher has been nominated for Community Champion of the Year for “having built, over 15 years, a community centred on health, resilience, and connection”.
His nominator Alex Black, praised Darren Thomas for never cancelling at his dedicated yoga school Yoga Matters, and showing “professionalism and a sense of responsibility to those who rely on him”.
Yoga Matters is a hot yoga studio, which focuses on Bikram yoga. His nominated said Mr Thomas has “created a space where people from all walks of life can come together, challenge themselves, and improve both physical wellbeing and mental health”.
Mr Thomas always reminds his attendees to “relax your mind, and open your heat,” which his nominator, said is a powerful reminder for Islanders to slow down, be present, and approach life and others with kindness and compassion.
“Darren’s reliability and genuine care has improved the wellbeing of countless individuals and strengthened the fabric of our local community.”
