Dance, Stretch and Refresh with SunUp’s Monthly Feel-good Morning Sessions

SunUp Events host monthly sober morning dance parties in Joburg, helping participants start their days off right.

Rooted in the heart of Johannesburg, they blend mindful yoga and upbeat dance to create events that spark joy and promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Expect a DJ to set the vibe, a refreshing yoga stretch session, breathwork and great company.

Rise and dance with the SunUp Morning sessions

Each SunUp session features high energy and movement, so participants are encouraged to dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat (or purchase a ticket including mat rental) and have water with them.

Dance your way into a good day with these upcoming SunUp events:

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A Morning to Celebrate Women

This Women’s Month, join SunUp for a morning filled with movement, music and human connection.

This women’s only experience features a welcoming yoga session suitable for all experience levels, an uplifting guided dance experience, feel-good music, a space to connect with the SunUp community and a non-alcoholic Ginology Gin Cocktail.

Those who can, must bring a yoga mat. It is advised that all participants bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing and something warm for the early morning.

Cost: From R290pp (with own yoga mat); from R320pp (includes yoga mat rental). Group discounts apply, book via Quicket

When: Saturday, 8 August from 8.30am to 10.30am
Where: James & Ethel Gray Park, Edgewood Avenue &, Melrose St, Melrose, Johannesburg

Flower Power

Join a colourful morning of movement, music and community inspired by fresh beginnings, flower power and the freedom of the 70s.

Expect to start the morning with an accessible yoga flow, a lively dance / Zumba-inspired movement session, feel-good music with a touch of 70s energy, floral and spring-inspired moments, space to connect and move, food, drinks and partner experiences.

Dress in florals, bring a touch of 70s style or simply arrive as you are. The theme is there to add to the fun, never to make anyone feel out of place.

It is advised that all participants bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing and something warm for the early morning.

Cost: From R290pp (with own yoga mat); from R320pp (includes yoga mat rental). Group discounts apply, book via Quicket

When: Saturday, 5 September from 8.30am to 10.30am
Where: James & Ethel Gray Park, Edgewood Avenue &, Melrose St, Melrose, Johannesburg

Move in Pink

The October SunUp session is dedicated to awareness, connection and support for everyone whose life has been touched by breast cancer.

This special session features a gentle community walk, guided moments of conversation and reflection, accessible mindful movement, an uplifting dance experience, music, connection and time outdoors, and pink-themed refreshments as well as partner experiences.

The event is also set to feature an awareness partner, collaborators and other fundraising elements that’ll be announced closer to the time. Wear a touch of pink for this morning with heart.

Cost: From R290pp (with own yoga mat); from R320pp (includes yoga mat rental). Group discounts apply, book via Quicket

When: Saturday, 3 October from 8.30am to 10.30am
Where: Johannesburg Botanical Gardens Thomas Bowler parking, 45 Thomas Bowler St, Waterval 211-Iq, Randburg

Party Like It’s Your Birthday

For this November session, everyone’s invited to celebrate SunUp Co-Founder and movement fanatic, Via Henderson’s birthday with yoga, dance, music, cake and good energy.

This celebratory session includes yoga, conscious dance with Via, feel-good music, birthday cake and a few surprises. Be sure to dress party-ready and movement-friendly.

Cost: From R290pp (with own yoga mat); from R320pp (includes yoga mat rental). Group discounts apply, book via Quicket