Yoga, Beach Cleanup and Lunch & Learn
Sunday October 19, 2025
8-11am
Dana Point Harbor
Baby Beach & Ocean Institute
8:00 - 9:00 am Yoga (in the grass) at Baby Beach
Start your day grounded with mindful movement and the ocean breeze with Breezy!
9:00 -10:30 Beach Cleanup
Every piece of trash we remove helps protect marine life.
10:30 Lunch & Learn at Ocean Institute
Katie Thompson - Senior Director of Environment & Sustainability at PADI Worldwide. Katie will discuss PADI Aware’s initiatives, focusing on the Dive Against Debris Program through the PADI Aware Foundation.
About Our Speaker
Katie Thompson
Senior Director, Environment & Sustainability, PADI Worldwide
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor,
Started at PADI in 2013
Responsible for advancing PADI’s mission to create a billion torchbearers that explore and protect the ocean. Lead and oversee the organization's sustainability initiatives, strategies, and programs that meet the needs of employees, customers, communities, and nature, driving environmental and social impact that ensures the sustainability of our company, the dive industry, and the ocean.
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Offering Free Sunday Morning Yoga!!
Hey Y’all my name is Breezy! I am so stoked to be joining forces with such a great cause!
As a teacher I have a strong passion for holistic wellness through movement, art, yoga and surf. I desire to guide people along their journey of wholeness, and this is just one of my favorite avenues for that.
Outside of teaching yoga, I am a surf instructor, trauma-informed life consultant, and stand-up paddle yoga instructor. When I am not teaching or taking yoga you can find me in the ocean. I love to surf!
When I am not catching waves, I am at home with my sweet kitty Gidget… and yes, I have attempted to teach her to surf… we are still growing in that area.
Aside from this, I love spending time outdoors with my friends, family, and cat. I enjoy hiking and camping. I also really enjoy creating and cooking.
Currently, I am teaching at YogaSix Dana Point, where I lead restore & hot classes.
Hope to see you in the studio soon!
Where: On the grass at Baby Beach
When: Sunday October 19
8:00 am - 9:00 am
All ages and levels welcomed!
Bring your own yoga mat!
Donations appreciated but not expected
ABOUT YOGASIX:
At YogaSix Dana Point, we're all about a sensory yoga experience accessible to all. Each of the yoga classes we offer at YogaSix has a specific focus and produces specific body benefits. Whether you’re looking for strength, agility, or flexibility and balance, we have the perfect fit classes for you.
Our classes range from gently warmed to hot and we are open 7 days a week! I
If you mention Stand Up To Trash, you can come try your first class for free and enjoy a 10% off discount for our memberships or class packages! You can check out our class schedule here and give us a call to book! 949.236.4455
October Trick or Treat Calendar
We created the Trick or Treat Calendar to shine a light on both the “tricks” of greenwashing and the genuine “treats” of ocean progress.
Each day highlights misleading claims that confuse or distract people alongside real, hopeful actions making a difference for our planet.
By pairing the two, we aim to educate while also inspiring action and optimism. It’s a fun, seasonal way to raise awareness and celebrate the wins happening for our oceans
Download Our Ocean Positive Beach Guide – Your Go-To for a Healthy Planet & Cleaner Coastlines!
2025 Cleanup Dates
Dana Point Harbor
Yoga, Beach Cleanup and Lunch & Learn
January 12 - Watersheds
February 8 - Sea of Love
March - 9 Celebrating the Festival of Whales
April 13 - Earth Day
May 4 - Ocean Mamas
June 8 - World Oceans Day
July 6 - Plastic Free July
August 10 - 5 Year Anniversary Celebration!!!
September 20 - Coastal Cleanup Day
October 19 - Trash is Spooky
November 16 - America Recycles Day
December 7 - Sustainable Gift Giving
Our Impact
Total Weight In Pounds of Trash
17,512
Number of Participants Attended
12,938
Impact Statement
Through our environmental education initiatives, we've removed over 17,000 pounds of trash from local beaches and natural spaces, while educating more than 12,000 individuals on the importance of reducing waste and protecting the health of our planet.
Our programs are creating real change—empowering people to make more mindful choices in their everyday lives. By partnering with 18 local organizations, Title 1 schools, the local Indigenous tribe, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley, we’ve expanded our reach and helped nurture a strong sense of responsibility and connection to the natural world.
As our impact grows, we remain dedicated to the long-term success of our programs and are honored to uplift the voices of those who have been inspired to take action through our work.
Play Beach Cleanup BINGO
Clean the beach while playing a fun game of Beach Cleanup BINGO!
Instructions
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As you clean the beach, cross off items you find.
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Once you get 5 down, 5 across or 5 diagonal, TAG @StandUpToTrash on Instagram or Facebook, along with a PHOTO of the card AND your trash.
PAST EVENTS.
Hold a Successful Clean Up at Your Local Beach!
Decide what beach and other aquatic area (marshes, lakes, rivers, ponds) in your area that needs to be cleaned.
Safety first!
-Wear gloves to collect the debris
-Be careful with glass or other sharp objects
-Get help with anything heavy
Supplies to Bring
-Plenty of water
-Trash bags (Biodegradable)
-Hand sanitizer/ wipes
-Sunscreen and a hat to protect yourself from the sun
-Insect repellent
-Shoes or sneakers that protect your feet
-Reusable gloves
-First Aid Kit
Remember!
-Don’t collect natural items like driftwood or seaweed.
-Stay out of dune areas
-Watch out for wildlife
-Avoid stepping on dune plants and beach grasses
And lastly, remember to have a good time! Take a moment to enjoy the waves and the fresh air. We are so lucky to live in a place with gorgeous beaches, a healthy ocean and most of all, with wonderful people.
Thank you so much for being part of our community, and we look forward to seeing you sometime soon!
Take pictures!
Tag us on Social Media @StandUpToTrash and use hashtag #StandUpToTrash #DontPassItUpPickItUp
