Disney cast members celebrate International Yoga Day in front of Cinderella Castle
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (FOX 35 WOFL) - On Thursday, more than 1,000 Disney cast members flexed, stretched, and posed in front of Magic Kingdom's castle as the sun rose. This one-of-a-kind yoga session was held to celebrate International Yoga Day.
The cast member-exclusive sunrise yoga event draws more than 1,000 cast members each year. It encourages employees to take small steps towards a healthy lifestyle in a serene, inspiring setting.
“These Cast Members truly inspire me,” said Dr. Pam Hymel, chief medical officer for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. “Whether it was their first time on a yoga mat or their millionth, each Cast Member showed how easy it is to take steps toward their personal wellness.”
This is event is just one of many health and wellness offerings available to Disney cast members. For example, they have walking and sports leagues, 24-hour on-site gym access, healthy cooking demonstrations, and more.
Cast members at the other Disney parks (Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Paris, Shanghai Disney Resort, and Hong Kong Disneyland) also participated in a yoga session on Thursday.