Local resident sharing yoga skill to help bring healing to cancer survivors
(Talk of the Town photo by John Burkett) Jessica Burkett, a trained yoga instructor at Laughing Lotus Yoga Studio, is offering a special yoga session this week for cancer survivors. Proceeds will support the American Cancer Society.
By Jennifer Zartman Romano 
Jessica Burkett has known many who've fought cancer and seen firsthand the toll it has taken on their bodies.
Having practiced and taught yoga for several years, Burkett knows the ways in which a yoga practice can improve wellness and fasciliate healing. Now, she's hoping to use her skill to help others and to raise funds for cancer research.
On Friday, August 26, from 6 to 8 p.m., Burkett will lead a special yoga class designed for cancer survivors who are in remission in hopes of helping them along their healing journey. The class will be held at Laughing Lotus Yoga Studio, 1746 South 350 West, Columbia City.
"The class will consist of a healing flow of gentle movements and breathing exercises that will support the immune system and help reduce pain, increase energy, build strength and reconnect you to your body," Burkett said.
The cost for the class is $25 and a portion of the proceeds from the class will be donated to the American Cancer Society.
In addition to cancer survivors, Burkett hopes caregivers and those supporting the search for a cure will consider attending the special class as well.