On March 26, Yoga Flirt will hold a carnival-style fundraiser to benefit Jill Pentoney, a local middle school teacher and fellow Yoga Flirt.

Pentoney has taught at Atascadero Junior High School for nearly 20 years. In 2008 Pentoney was diagnosed with fallopian tube cancer, which is the rarest form of cancer of the female anatomy.

After her first round of treatment, she was able to return for the school year, only to discover in 2010 that the cancer had returned. Due to a six month cap on donated sick leave, while undergoing treatment this time around, Pentoney will need to pay for her substitute – out of pocket.

The Yoga Flirt community is happy to step in and help raise money to support her during this challenging time.

If you’re not familiar with Yoga Flirt, picture this: the shades are pulled tight. The light is low. The doors are locked. No nudity and no men. There isn’t even any crude language. On every day of the week groups of women gather, cheer each other on, and celebrate their femininity. This is yoga. With a pole.

"My goal is to open up the eyes of the community and make it safe for women to feel connected to their authentic, feminine self," Cathy Weiss, Queen Flirt and founder of Yoga Flirt said. "The women love feeling flirty and sexy while getting a killer workout."

Weiss, a long time yoga practitioner and instructor, has taught Jill since 2007.

"Jill is the most passionate teacher I know," said Weiss. "Some teachers count the days to the next vacation, Jill counts the days to get back to her students."

Guests will be invited to participate in a silent auction, trunk show, carnival-style games, and enjoy instructor demonstrations. Additionally, a beginning traditional yoga course and an Introduction to Yoga Flirt course will be offered with a donation. All of the proceeds will benefit Pentoney. For more information on her journey, visit JillPentoney.blogspot.com.

Women 18 years and older are invited to join us at the carnival. No prior yoga or dance experience is required for participation in the event. For additional information, specific activity times and prices, please visit yogaflirt.com or call (805) 835-1725.