YAMA Foundation

YAMA Foundation We share our skills with compassion, that students may realise their unique strengths, and positively contribute to the world.

YAMA Foundation is a registered charity whose mission is to make yoga, art, and meditation accessible to underserved and disadvantaged communities in Hong Kong. YAMA Foundation believes that all people have their fundamental right to feel good in their bodies, feel peaceful in their minds, live colourful lives, and be part of a caring community - regardless of their background or ability. Our mission is to provide equitable access to yoga, art, and meditation so that our students can develop self-acceptance and self-reliance to improve their quality of life. Our outreach programmes serve Hong Kong's most vulnerable communities, including people with disabilities, special needs, or chronic illness, and extend to hospices, prisons, social service organisations, schools, charities, and other non-profit organisations. For more information on the Foundation and its work, please visit yamahk.org.

Here at YAMA, we got into the festive spirit with Teacher Pacsy hosting an end-of-year gathering for our “Hatha Yoga for...
24/12/2025

Here at YAMA, we got into the festive spirit with Teacher Pacsy hosting an end-of-year gathering for our “Hatha Yoga for Seniors” beneficiaries. It was a wonderful way to wrap up the year with treats, conversation, and connection. ✨🧁

The festive season can be a lonely time for many, which is why fostering friendship and community is at the heart of our programmes. This event was a perfect example of how we strive to mitigate loneliness among seniors, creating a warm and connected space for everyone to come together—not just during the holiday season, but all year round. 🫂

在 YAMA,我們以滿滿的節日氣氛迎接年終,由 Pacsy 導師 為參與長者哈達瑜伽課程的受惠者舉辦了一場年終聚會。大家在美食、輕鬆的交談與彼此交流中,為一年畫上溫暖而美好的句號。

節慶時分對不少人而言可能倍感孤單,因此培養友誼與凝聚社羣一直是我們課程的核心。這次聚會正正體現了我們致力於紓緩長者孤獨感的努力,營造一個溫暖、彼此支持的空間,讓大家能夠相聚 —— 不僅在節日,而是一整年中的每一天。

Image Description (Clockwise):
1) Group photo of the class smiling behind a table of food.
2) A video of Hersha thanking the class.
3) Group photo of some members of the class sat smiling and eating.
4) A video of a class member giving her experience of the class.
5) Group photo of some class members sat smiling and eating.
6) A video of a class member giving her experience of Teacher Pacsy.
7) A photo of class members getting food from the table with Teacher Pacsy wearing her "Making Wellbeing Accessible" t-shirt.
8 ) A photo of the food on the table.
9) Group photo of some class members sat smiling and eating.
10) Group photo of some class members with Hersha and Teacher Pacsy smiling.
11) Two members of the class smiling and eating.
12) Group photo of the class smiling behind a table of food.
13) Group photo of some class members with Hersha and Teacher Pacsy smiling.
14) Group photo of some class members sat smiling and eating.
15) Hersha and Pacsy smiling with a student as class members get some food from the table next to them.
16) Group photo of some class members sat smiling and eating.
17) Two class members stand smiling together.
18) Group photo of some class members sat smiling and eating.
19) A photo of the food on the table.
20) A class member shares her experience.




Pacsy Lam

A heartfelt thank you to AIA Carnival for generously providing 50 free tickets to our beneficiary families to enjoy the ...
22/12/2025

A heartfelt thank you to AIA Carnival for generously providing 50 free tickets to our beneficiary families to enjoy the AIA Carnival and The Winter World Circus. 🎪

They had an unforgettable time immersing themselves in the vibrant carnival atmosphere, enjoying thrilling rides, fun games, and exploring community areas filled with music, dance, art, sports, and incredible performances. 🤹🏻‍♀️

We are so grateful for this amazing experience! Check out www.aiacarnival.com to learn more about what they have on offer in the coming weeks! 🎡

衷心感謝 AIA 嘉年華慷慨贊助 50 張免費門票給YAMA的受惠家庭,讓他們盡情體驗 AIA 嘉年華 及 冬日世界雜技團。

大家沉浸在充滿活力的嘉年華氣氛中,享受刺激的機動遊戲、有趣的攤位遊戲,並探索結合音樂、舞蹈、藝術、運動與精彩表演的社區空間,留下了難忘的回憶。🎪

我們對這次珍貴而美好的體驗深表感謝!
歡迎瀏覽 **www.aiacarnival.com**,了解未來數週更多精彩活動內容。🎡

Image Description:
1) Hersha wears a Santa hat, smiling with a beneficiary family outside the AIA Carnival's entrance.
2) Hersha wears a Santa hat, smiling with some beneficiaries outside the AIA Carnival's entrance.
3) Hersha wears a Santa hat, smiling with a beneficiary in a wheelchair and a parent outside the AIA Carnival's entrance.
4) Hersha wears a Santa hat, smiling with a beneficiary and a parent outside the AIA Carnival's entrance.
5) Hersha wears a Santa Hat, smiling with a beneficiary outside the AIA Carnival's entrance.
6) Hersha stands outside the AIA Carnival entance and speaks in a video thanking AIA Carnival for the tickets.



Wishing you peace, joy, and light this holiday season and a Happy New Year from the YAMA team! 💚Please note that our adm...
22/12/2025

Wishing you peace, joy, and light this holiday season and a Happy New Year from the YAMA team! 💚

Please note that our admin offices will be closed from December 22nd 2025 to January 4th 2026.

As the holidays approach, we encourage you to take time for yourself and prioritise your wellbeing. We hope you have a restful and rejuvenating break and look forward to reconnecting in the new year.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us continue our mission—we’re excited to see what 2026 brings! 💫

謹代表 YAMA 團隊,祝各位充滿和平,歡欣和光明的聖誕快樂及新年進步!💚

敬請留意,本會行政辦公室將於 2025年12月22日至 2026年1月4日期間休息。

隨着節日將至,我們鼓勵各位抽空關顧自己,並把身心健康放在首位。祝大家度過一個放鬆、充電、回復能量的假期,並期待在新一年再次與你們聯繫。

感謝你們一直以來的支持,讓我們能持續推動使命向前。我們十分期待在 2026年再與你們繼續攜手合作!✨



Join us for a Gentle Stretch Yoga Class at the AIA Vitality Hub on Jan 7th! 🧘🏻‍♀️Discover accessible mobility exercises,...
15/12/2025

Join us for a Gentle Stretch Yoga Class at the AIA Vitality Hub on Jan 7th! 🧘🏻‍♀️

Discover accessible mobility exercises, centring practices, and relaxing stretches through the nurturing guidance of our instructor. Find tranquillity, improve flexibility, and promote overall wellbeing through gentle movement. Suitable for all levels.

誠邀您於1月7日齊來參加 AIA HUB 健康總部柔和伸展舒瑜伽班!導師的悉心指導,讓您探索可及性的瑜伽式子、專注和放鬆等伸展練習。以輕柔的運動尋找寧靜、提高柔軟度並促進整體身心健康。適合所有級別人士參加。

Register Now 現即報名: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWogMGNzIDimIQ7BhytkklPmpD-HzjZht-AOQvvfJlg7iyLg/viewform



Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with everyone affected by the recent fires at Wang F*k Court. In these difficult...
11/12/2025

Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with everyone affected by the recent fires at Wang F*k Court. In these difficult times, it’s truly inspiring to see the Hong Kong community unite with such compassion and unwavering support for one another. 🫂

We wanted to do something small to help and learned that some elderly residents and families were in need of trainers. With this in mind, we were grateful to provide 31 pairs of new trainers to those who needed them most. YAMA has a history of donating shoes to those in need, and it was an honour to contribute to our community in this small way. We will always be here to help in any way we can.💚

A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible volunteers, government agencies, emergency services, small businesses, NGOs, and good samaritans for their tireless efforts and dedication in supporting those impacted.

我們向宏福苑火災中受影響的所有人士致上最深切的關懷與慰問。在這段艱難時刻,看見香港社羣以如此多的愛與堅定的支持互相扶持,實在令人動容。🫂

在得知部分長者與家庭急需運動鞋後,我們希望盡一分微薄之力,並順利將 31 雙全新運動鞋送到有需要的居民手中。能為社羣貢獻一點力量,是我們的榮幸,而我們亦會一直在這裡,以各種方式提供協助。有見及此,我們很感恩能為有需要的居民送上 31 雙全新的運動鞋。YAMA 一向有向有需要的人士捐贈鞋履的傳統,而這次能再次以一點微薄之力支持社羣,對我們來說是莫大的榮幸。我們亦會一直在這裡,盡我們所能,在各方面提供協助。💚

衷心感謝所有義工、政府部門、救援人員、中小企、非牟利機構及善心人士,在這段困難時刻不懈付出、全力支援受影響的家庭與居民。



That’s a wrap on the Caregiver’s SEED course with  ! 💚A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. This course was all ab...
08/12/2025

That’s a wrap on the Caregiver’s SEED course with ! 💚

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. This course was all about empowering caregivers and parents with tools to support children’s wellbeing and safety, especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Together, we explored ways to build trust, create open communication at home, and manage stress through emotional grounding. Here’s to stronger, more supportive communities! 🌱

BePriceless 照顧者 SEED 課程也正式圓滿完成!衷心感謝每一位參與者。

本課程旨在為照顧者及家長賦能,提供實用方法以支持兒童的身心健康與安全,特別是有特殊教育需要(SEN)的孩子。我們一起共同深入探討了如何建立互信、促進家庭間的坦誠溝通,以及透過情緒覺察與穩定技巧來紓緩壓力。

願我們持續連結力量,攜手建立更強韌、互相支持的社羣!



That’s a wrap on the Caregiver’s SEED course with Be Priceless! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. This course ...
08/12/2025

That’s a wrap on the Caregiver’s SEED course with Be Priceless!
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us.

This course was all about empowering caregivers and parents with tools to support children’s wellbeing and safety, especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Together, we explored ways to build trust, create open communication at home, and manage stress through emotional grounding. Here’s to stronger, more supportive communities! 🌱

BePriceless 照顧者 SEED 課程也正式圓滿完成!衷心感謝每一位參與者。

本課程旨在為照顧者及家長賦能,提供實用方法以支持兒童的身心健康與安全,特別是有特殊教育需要(SEN)的孩子。我們一起共同深入探討了如何建立互信、促進家庭間的坦誠溝通,以及透過情緒覺察與穩定技巧來紓緩壓力。

願我們持續連結力量,攜手建立更強韌、互相支持的社羣!



Join our YAMA GEM (Giving Every Month) programme and provide life-changing therapeutic services like yoga and meditation...
08/12/2025

Join our YAMA GEM (Giving Every Month) programme and provide life-changing therapeutic services like yoga and meditation to vulnerable communities in Hong Kong. 💎
加入 YAMA GEM / YAMA 月捐之星(Giving Every Month)每月捐款計劃,為香港的弱勢社羣提供改變生命的療癒服務——包括瑜伽與冥想。

As a token of our gratitude, sign up this month and receive a free gift! Giving on behalf of a loved one? We'll provide a digital certificate in their name. Just email comms@yamahk.org after your donation! It's the perfect way to share the spirit of giving.
為感謝您的愛心,凡於本月登記 GEM 計劃,即可獲贈一份精美小禮!若您想以他人名義捐款,我們亦可為他/她提供專屬電子感謝證書 —— 只需在完成捐款後電郵至 comms@yamahk.org。這是與摯愛一同分享「施比受更有福」精神的最佳方式。

Ready to make an impact? Click the link to become a YAMA GEM today! 💎 https://give.asia/charity/yama-foundation
準備好創造改變了嗎?您好!今天就成為一位 YAMA GEM 吧!💎 https://give.asia/charity/yama-foundation



On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025, we embrace the UN’s theme: Fostering Disability-Inclusive S...
03/12/2025

On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025, we embrace the UN’s theme: Fostering Disability-Inclusive Societies for Advancing Social Progress. 💚

Inclusion isn’t just a goal—it’s a necessity. By eradicating poverty, promoting decent work for all, and ensuring dignity and autonomy, we can create a world where everyone, regardless of ability, thrives as both agents and beneficiaries of social progress.

At YAMA, we are proud to contribute to this mission by providing affordable, accessible, and life-changing wellbeing therapeutic services to Hong Kong's most vulnerable communities. Through yoga, meditation, and expressive arts, we offer vital support to individuals who may otherwise be unable to access these services. Our evidence-based, inclusive, trauma-aware, and culturally sensitive approach ensures that no one is left behind.

Our work also aligns with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 3: Good Health and Wellbeing, and Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities, as we strive to create a more equitable world for all.

Together, we’re breaking barriers, ending discrimination, and building a future that’s just, equitable, and inclusive for all.

Here are some ways you can be a better ally for a disability inclusive society >>>

在 2025 年國際殘疾人士日,我們響應聯合國的年度主題:
「促進殘疾共融社會,以推動社會進步」。💚

共融並非遙遠的理想——而是不可或缺的必要條件。
透過消除貧窮、促進體面工作、確保每一個人的尊嚴與自主,我們才能建立一個讓所有人——無論能力如何——都能茁壯成長、同時成為社會進步推動者與受惠者的世界。

在 YAMA,我們為能參與這項使命而深感自豪。我們致力為香港最弱勢的社羣提供 可負擔、可及、並能改變生命的身心療癒服務。藉由瑜伽、冥想與表達藝術,我們為那些原本難以獲得支援的人提供重要的身心健康服務。我們以實證為本、具包容性、具創傷知情及文化敏感度的方式,確保沒有任何人被遺漏。

我們的工作亦與聯合國可持續發展目標密切呼應,特別是:
目標 3:良好健康與福祉
目標 10:減少不平等
我們正努力建構一個更公平、共融的世界。

讓我們繼續攜手拆除障礙、終結歧視,共同打造一個更公義、更平等、更具包容性的未來。

以下是一些成為推動「殘疾共融社會」更好盟友的方法。






This Giving Tuesday, give the gift of hope. 🎁✨Join our YAMA GEM (Giving Every Month) programme and provide life-changing...
02/12/2025

This Giving Tuesday, give the gift of hope. 🎁✨

Join our YAMA GEM (Giving Every Month) programme and provide life-changing therapeutic services like yoga and meditation to vulnerable communities in Hong Kong.

As a thank you, you'll receive a special gift when you sign up this month (sign up deadline for thank you gift is the 10th of December)!

Ready to make an impact? Click the link to become a YAMA GEM today! 💎 https://give.asia/charity/yama-foundation

這個 Giving Tuesday,送出希望之禮。✨

加入 YAMA GEM / YAMA 月捐之星(Giving Every Month)每月捐款計劃,
為香港的弱勢社羣提供改變生命的療癒服務——包括瑜伽與冥想。

為感謝您的支持,凡於本月登記,即可獲贈一份特別小禮!(領取感謝禮品的登記截止日期為12月10日)🎁

準備好創造改變了嗎?
您好!今天就成為一位 YAMA GEM 吧!💎 https://give.asia/charity/yama-foundation



We were thrilled to be honoured with the Outstanding Corporate Volunteering Award 2025 at the Caritas Corporate Voluntee...
01/12/2025

We were thrilled to be honoured with the Outstanding Corporate Volunteering Award 2025 at the Caritas Corporate Volunteer Recognition Ceremony last week! 🤩

A heartfelt thank you to Caritas for this incredible recognition. This award reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting vulnerable communities in Hong Kong and making a positive impact. Currently, we run various programmes at Caritas centres, including two weekly classes – Yoga Therapy and Sound Healing – for residents living in subdivided flats. It’s one of the many ways we strive to support the community and create meaningful change.

Our amazing Yoga for Seniors teacher, Emily, attended the ceremony to collect the award on our behalf. We’re so proud of our team and their dedication to giving back! 🌟

我們非常榮幸於上星期的 「明愛企業義工嘉許禮」中獲頒 2025 年傑出企業義工大獎!🤩

衷心感謝明愛對我們的肯定。這項殊榮象徵着我們一直致力支援香港弱勢社羣、推動正向改變的承諾。現時,我們在多間明愛中心舉辦不同的身心健康項目,包括為劏房住戶設立的兩個每週課堂 —— 瑜伽及聲療。這只是我們持續服務社羣、創造有意義改變的其中一部分。

我們出色的長者瑜伽班導師 Emily 亦代表團隊出席頒獎禮並領取獎項。
我們為團隊感到無比自豪,感謝他們一直以來全心全意投身於社羣服務!🌟

Image Description:
1) Emily stands doing a thumbs up whilst receiving the award on stage.
2)Emily poses with the Caritas Team at their display.



Our hearts are with the Wang F*k Court community during this unimaginable tragedy. We are deeply saddened by the recent ...
27/11/2025

Our hearts are with the Wang F*k Court community during this unimaginable tragedy. We are deeply saddened by the recent events, and our thoughts are with all those who have been affected. This is an incredibly painful time, and we are holding everyone affected, as well as their loved ones and families, close in our thoughts and prayers.

Please read through our slides to see how you can help 💚

Additionally, to donate, volunteer, or provide other support, please visit Caring Company Scheme 商界展關懷計劃 (The Hong Kong Council of Social Service) here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJMrHklPxbBhkRTqdINEN4frWVl6blqFBMDyea_jcZ29I7FQ/viewform

在這場難以想像的悲劇中,我們的心與宏福苑社區的居民緊密相連。對於近日發生的事件,我們深感悲痛,並心繫所有受影響的人。這是一個極其煎熬的時刻,我們將所有受影響者,以及他們的摯愛親友,都銘記於心,並為他們獻上最誠摯的思念與禱告。

請閱覽我們的簡報,以了解您可以如何提供協助 💚

此外,如欲捐款、擔任義工或提供其他形式的支援,請瀏覽「商界展關懷計劃 (Caring Company Scheme) - 香港社會服務聯會」網站:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJMrHklPxbBhkRTqdINEN4frWVl6blqFBMDyea_jcZ29I7FQ/viewform

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