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By Eve Jeffery

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Celebrating International Women’s Day last Saturday at My Own Gym were instructors Stina and Chloe, and yoga student Hayley.

My Own Gym in Byron Bay, celebrated with the girls last Saturday for International Women’s Day with a free yoga glass to start the day.

Ladies were treated to power flow yoga class for just an optional gold coin donation for breast cancer research.

‘We are the only women’s only gym in Byron’, says instructor Chloe. ‘We are really passionate about supporting and empowering women to feel comfortable with weight training and other gym activities and making it a part of their lifestyle.’

About 25 women enjoyed the morning then headed off into a sunny day.

My Own Gym are having a women’s open day this Saturday. For more information visit their website.

 

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