Puppy Yoga in Roatán, for a cause. First Edition

This past Sunday, September 28th, 2025, Cocoon hosted something unforgettable: our very first edition of Puppy Yoga for a Cause. Unlike a regular yoga session, this practice carried a deeper purpose 100% of the funds raised were donated to ROAR (Roatan Operation Animal Rescue), a foundation devoted to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals while fighting to end overpopulation and abuse across the island.

The class, guided by the amazing Kaisha, was a mat yoga session filled with movement, breath, and so much love. Yet what made it truly special wasn’t just the yoga it was the presence of the puppies. Each of them carried a story of resilience, a story that reflects the reality too many animals face in Roatán.

Some of the puppies lost their mother when she was hit by a car. Others were abandoned at an age far too young to fend for themselves, and one was even found in a trash bin, left to survive on its own. These are the harsh truths of daily life for so many animals on our island. And yet, despite the cruelty they’ve experienced, these puppies came into our space full of trust, joy, and an unconditional ability to give love.

As participants moved through postures, the room was filled with laughter, tenderness, and quiet moments of healing. The puppies wandered from mat to mat, looking for affection, and they received it in abundance. During savasana, several curled up next to participants, reminding us of the simple power of presence and connection.

Thanks to this incredible community, we raised $400 USD in just one morning. This donation will help ROAR provide veterinary care, food, and shelter, ensuring that these puppies and many others have a real chance at survival and a brighter future.

This event was only possible thanks to people with hearts as big as their actions. A very special thank you to Layle, the angel who has dedicated her life in Roatán to rescuing countless animals. When I reached out to her, she immediately decided to make this happen, proving once again that compassion in action can move mountains. Deep gratitude also goes to Kaisha, who generously donated her class and guided us through such a beautiful practice, and to Loany from Sunset Media Club, who captured the magic through her lens and gave us memories we will hold onto forever.

But beyond the funds, the day gave these little ones visibility, love, and hope. They are now closer to finding what every animal deserves: a forever home.

At Cocoon, we believe that yoga in Roatán is more than just movement. It is wellness, empowerment, and community intertwined. With Puppy Yoga Roatán, we brought together the power of yoga with the urgency of animal rescue in Honduras. This was the first edition of many more to come ,moments where wellness transforms into action, and community extends beyond ourselves.

These puppies are still up for adoption. Their stories are painful, but their future can be rewritten with love. If you are ready to open your home and your heart, reach out to ROAR Honduras. One of them could be waiting for you to change their life forever.

To everyone who showed up, donated, shared, or supported in any way: thank you. You proved that when compassion and movement unite, extraordinary things can happen.

✨ Stay tuned for more Cocoon Wellness Studio Roatán events where we’ll continue to blend yoga, community, and giving back always with purpose.