Church bans yoga because it is 'non-Christian' - and villagers threaten a boycott
Those who say that yoga is non-Christian often claim to hold the viewpoint because it "teaches participants to focus on oneself, instead of on the one true God".
In a letter to Aberporth Community Council seeking its support, one resident wrote: "I would like to make you aware of the intended community activity restrictions that have been imposed once St David's Church, Blaenporth is part-converted into a well-needed community centre.
"I and no doubt some Blaenporth residents are not at all happy with the view the church has on community activities like yoga, tai chi, taekwondo, cash prize bingo and the like. It is supposed to be a community affair where old and young can enjoy a better quality of life....