The Manasi Foundation

10/10/2026

We met Vex King✨🩵🤩

Last year, our Founder, Sonam, stumbled across his book Good Vibes, Good Life at the airport. She picked it up and opened a random page, which happened to be a dedication to his mother. This resonated deeply with Sonam, and it was all she needed to read to purchase the book🩵

She was glued to it for the entirety of her holiday and began a journey of self-discovery. Thanks to Vex for shining his light, Sonam was able to find hers. 🩵

Something as simple as picking up a book at an airport became the catalyst for something much bigger. The Manasi Foundation and its duty to serve the community.

Thank you, Vex. We are forever in debt to you. 🩵✨📚

08/10/2026

Event schedule ahead of our Fundraiser for Kash Raju. Please book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/standing-with-kash-for-brain-cancer-community-fundraiser-tickets-2002834869008?aff=oddtdtcreator

All proceeds go towards Kash’s treatment❤️

06/10/2026

Skincare, self-care and community. 🤍

As part of The Manasi Foundation’s Women’s Collective, we hosted a skincare workshop designed to create a space for women to learn, connect and take some time for themselves.

From understanding different skin types and building a skincare routine, to exploring products and techniques, the session was practical, interactive and most importantly, a chance to come together.

We believe wellbeing is about more than exercise. It’s about creating opportunities to learn, develop, connect and invest in yourself.

This workshop was one of the many ways we’re bringing our mission to life through Movement, Music and Mentorship, creating accessible spaces that support self-development and wellbeing across generations.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the session so special. 🌱

03/10/2026

❤️ STANDING WITH KASH ❤️

On Sunday 18th October, we’re bringing our community together for a special fundraiser in support of our friend Kash Raju who is battling Stage 4 brain cancer.

Kash is a husband and father to three young children, and we want to use the power of our community to stand alongside him and his family during this incredibly difficult time.

Expect an afternoon of fitness, movement, community and fundraising, including:

💪🏽 Fitness sessions, circuits & yoga with guest instructors
🛍️ Local vendors and stalls
🎤 A special speech from Kash’s father, Dr Amo Raju OBE DL
🤝 A community coming together to support Kash and his family

📅 Sunday 18th October
⏰ 12:45–3:30pm
📍 Derby Arena – Studio 2
🎟️ £11.55 per person https://www.eventbrite.com/e/standing-with-kash-for-brain-cancer-community-fundraiser-tickets-2002834869008?aff=oddtdtcreator
🚗 Free on-site parking
🔞 Ages 18+

🧘🏽 If you have a yoga mat, please bring one with you. If you don’t have one, don’t worry, the venue has mats available to use.

All proceeds will go towards Kash Raju’s treatment. If you are unable to attend, donations are still greatly appreciated and are available on Eventbrite.

Whether you know Kash personally or simply want to show your support, we would love to have you there.

Bring your friends, bring your family, bring your energy and most importantly, come and stand with Kash. ❤️

🎟️ Tickets are available via Eventbrite, link in bio.

Please share this post and help us spread the word!❤️

01/10/2026

🖤BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2026 🖤

This year’s theme is Honouring Our Communities and we couldn’t think of a better way to mark Black History Month than by honouring the people who make up ours.

The people in this picture represent just a small part of the Manasi community.

The men and women who have shown up, shared their stories, tried something new, supported one another, stepped outside their comfort zones, volunteered, collaborated, created, moved and simply made space for each other.

From our programmes and workshops, to our events, magazines and conversations, Manasi has always been about people.

Our community is diverse in age, background, experience and journey, but what brings us together is a shared belief in connection, self-development and wellbeing.

This Black History Month, we want to celebrate the Black members of our community and recognise the contribution they make to the spaces around them.

24/09/2026

Meet Jamayne🕺🏾As part of our Sport England funded programme Men on Mats, we’re sharing one man’s story each month - stories that are featured in our Men’s Collective magazine.

Jamayne is a dancer who uses movement as a form of expression, creativity and connection. His journey is a reminder that life comes with both good days and difficult ones, and that learning to navigate both is part of personal growth.

When reflecting on the mindset that has helped him through life, Jamayne shared:

“Knowing the phrase – ‘This too shall pass.’ That goes for good days and bad days.”

Sometimes, wellbeing isn’t about having everything figured out. It’s about recognising that difficult moments are temporary, giving yourself permission to keep going and remembering to appreciate the good moments when they come.

For Jamayne, dance is more than movement. It is a form of expression, identity and connection, a reminder of how powerful movement can be in supporting our overall wellbeing.

At Men on Mats, we believe movement can open doors to more than physical activity. It can help us build confidence, express ourselves, connect with others and create space to reflect.

Follow along as we continue to share the stories of men in our community, and join us at our next session.

🗓 27th September
📍 The Base
💰 FREE - book via Eventbrite
🤍 Community-led

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18/09/2026

IT’S OFFICIAL!! PureGym Wyvern Derby is NOW OPEN! 🩵🤍🖤

What a beautiful afternoon surrounded by great people! Thank you to all the Pure Gym staff for accommodating us, giving us an exclusive tour and allowing Manasi to be part of such a huge milestone!

We are extremely grateful and looking forward to our partnership going forward 🚀

Get yourself down and check it out!! 🥳🥳🥳

17/09/2026

Catch Sonam this Sunday at 3pm. She’ll be teaching Zumba at the Women’s Wellness event!

A dedicated day of women's health, fitness, and community.

10/09/2026

✂️ A special moment for Manasi! 🎀

Our Founder, Sonam, has been invited to cut the ribbon at the grand opening of PureGym Wyvern, Derby on Friday 18th September. 🎉

We’re proud to be part of another exciting moment for our local community and to celebrate the opening of a space that will support people to move, connect and invest in their wellbeing.

Come and join us!
📅 Fri 18th Sept
⏱️ 12pm
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01/09/2026

Another Sunday well spent at Men on Mats X Sport England 🩵

Last weekend, we brought the Men on Mats community together for another afternoon of movement, connection and wellbeing.

The session included boxing, team games, yoga and Animal Flow, giving everyone the opportunity to try something different, challenge themselves and, most importantly, enjoy being part of a community.

What we love most about Men on Mats is seeing men of different ages, backgrounds and abilities come together in the same space. Some arrive knowing exactly what they’re doing, others are trying something completely new, but everyone is encouraged to move at their own pace and without judgement.

Men on Mats was created to provide men with a space to prioritise their physical and mental wellbeing, build connections and discover new ways to look after themselves.

And every session reminds us why this space matters.

A huge thank you to our facilitators, volunteers, partners and everyone who continues to show up and make Men on Mats what it is. 🩵