Once upon a time in the whimsical state of New Jersey, where tomatoes are adored and the ocean waves hello, a bunch of cool kids gathered on green, grassy fields to practice a magical thing called Yoga. The kids, called the "Bendy Gurus," had this outstanding knack for bending and twisting their bodies in ways that could make even a pretzel feel plain and boring. New Jersey, or 'Jersey' as the local folks often call it, is a lively little state, bursting with bustling cities, quaint towns, sandy beaches, and dense forests. It's a place where you can find the world's best bagels and the tastiest of pizzas. This vibrant state is also home to the Bendy Gurus— an adventurous gang of kids who can morph into dogs, trees, and warriors just by stretching their bodies in distinct ways! Meet our imaginary character, Yogi Bearfoot, the funniest kid among the Bendy Gurus. He has wild curly hair and always wears mismatched socks. His favorite pose is the Downward Dog, which he often calls the "Upside-Down Pup." He is the clown of the group, often causing fits of laughter when, attempting the Tree Pose, he sways like a willow in a windstorm instead of standing tall and strong like an oak. But Yogi Bearfoot, goofy as he is, always has a big smile on his face. He believes that Yoga is not just about nailing the perfect pose but enjoying the journey of learning. So, if you are ever in the enchanting state of New Jersey and find a group of kids giggling and bending amidst the green fields, know that the Bendy Gurus are spreading the joy of Yoga - led by their funniest member, Yogi Bearfoot, with his wild hair and mismatched socks. Every day is a new adventure filled with fun, laughter, and Yoga in marvelous New Jersey.
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The Happy Hive is an inclusive play space designed to spark joy and connection for every child. With a special focus on comfort and accessibility for neurodivergent kids, our environment welcomes children of all abilities to explore, move, and create at their own pace. From climbing walls, swings, and zip lines to dedicated zones for pretend play and art, The Happy Hive offers both high-energy fun and creative outlets. While we cater to children ages 1-13 for neurotypical kids, we have no age limit when it comes to kids with special needs—because play should have no boundaries. At The Happy Hive, we believe every child deserves a space where they can feel safe, included, and free to be themselves.
“Undoubtedly the best-known portion of Chatham Township before World War II was Madame Bey’s training camp for professional prizefighters. Some of the nation’s best-known boxers, including Jack Dempsey, Max Schmeling, Mickey Walker, and Gene Tunney, trained at Madame Bey’s for nationally publicized championship fights. It was common to see a world champion sweating through conditioning miles run along River Road in the rising morning mists. Madame Bey, well-educated and musically talented, came to the United States c.1900, the Armenian wife of a Turkish diplomat. She became a major personality in both diplomatic circles and in the less glamorous but far better publicized sports world. Her successor, Ehsan Kuradag, opened the camp to train Kid Gavilan, Floyd Patterson, Sugar Ray Robinson, Jim Braddock, Ezzard Charles, Rocky Graziano, and “Jersey Joe” Walcott.”