Sarah's Yoga Studio Hosts Puppy Yoga Fundraiser at Ciao Chow Feb. 8

Playful pups mingled with yoga mats as Sarah's Yoga Studio staged a one-hour puppy yoga fundraiser at Ciao Chow in St. Louis, turning a standard Vinyasa class into what the organizer called, "Part yoga + part fundraiser + part puppy cuddle session = all fun!" The session, held Feb. 8 from 1:30–2:30 PM with doors opening at 1:10 PM, combined beginner-friendly guided yoga with a chance to socialize and meet adoptable puppies.

Tickets were priced at $30 per person, with refunds available up to one day before the event, and a mat rental option for $5. Organizers emphasized ease and access: the venue at 1923 Marconi Avenue offered free parking, participants were encouraged to bring their own mats or rent on site, and the class was promoted as family-friendly and "perfect for all ages." The studio reminded attendees, "Puppy yoga is open for all levels of yoga experience — from those who have never done yoga before, to those with a regular yoga practice. Puppy yoga is also open to those who are more interested in playing with the puppies than doing yoga!"

Fundraising was central to the session. Sarah's Yoga Studio pledged that "Half of your ticket proceeds directly support puppy rescue organizations, helping vulnerable puppies find safe and loving homes." All puppies that attend are adoptable; organizers framed the gatherings as both donor activity and a practical way to help dogs gain social skills, play time, and exposure to potential adopters. The event copy listed benefits to pups and foster families, noting that foster families appreciate puppies spending their energy at yoga and returning home for a nap.

Human-interest moments surfaced on social channels after the class. Emmie, who met her dog Fitz at a previous Sarah's Yoga Studio puppy yoga session, posted about the experience and said, "Fitz was the first one I noticed at puppy yoga because of his size." Those personal stories underscore how these events can lead to real matches between adopters and animals in need.

Organizers asked attendees to limit the canine guest list to the rescue pups in attendance—"We ask that other puppies and dogs do not attend these puppy yoga sessions"—and offered private puppy yoga bookings for groups interested in hosting their own sessions. The studio's calendar also notes related pet events, including a return of kitten yoga, signaling ongoing community pop-ups that mix fitness with animal rescue work.

For locals who missed the Feb. 8 session, the practical takeaway is clear: watch Sarah's Yoga Studio social channels, consider bringing your own mat (or rent one for $5), and share event posts to help amplify adoptable pups. Share and help these pups get a home.