DMV Black Yoga & Wellness Week 2024!
Reclaim, Restore, Inspire
September 21-29 2024
We are back again to inspire, support, and bring together wellness with fun, inspiring, and motivating events.
Week September 21-29, 2024
9/21 AM Virtual Prayer Call*
9/21-Pre- Event Black Yoga Teachers Wellness Gathering @ PIES Fitness Yoga Studio( Virtual & In-Person)
9/22 Children Wellness Event*
9/23-27 Advertise/Support/Promote
Local Black Wellness and Creative Arts Businesses *
9/28 Holistic Spa Wellness@ Spiritual Essence Yoga and Wellness Center (Main Event)*
9/29 AM Praise and Worship Yoga Experience @ Wellspring Manor & Spa (Closing Event)*
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* We welcome and invite everyone to participate.
Overview for the Week
September 10-15 DMV Black Wellness and Creative Arts Businesses will be highlighted and advertised on our
Pre-Event
Black Yoga Teacher's Gathering @
PIES Fitness Yoga Studio
Saturday September 21
6-8pm
1322 Prince St. Alexandria, VA 22314
About the Event
Restorative Yoga Tea Ceremony Gathering and circle dialogue about what matters most to us. Our circle discussion will begin with business strategies and self-care management tips for the wellness practitioner . We will hear encouraging words from our local yoga studio and business leaders in the DMV. In-studio guests will have an opportunity to network and ask questions.
Our current panelists include:
Courtenay Brown, Shabach Yoga
Tamisha Ponder, Sankofa Yoga + Wellness Center
Jana Long, Black Yoga Teacher's Alliance
Jerome Paige, What's On Jerome's Mind
Kendra Blackett-Dibinga- Bikramyogaworks
Asia Vianna Leak, Love Yoga
Marsha Banks-Harold- PIES Fitness Yoga Studio, Moderator
In Person and Virtual
$ Donation
Yoga instructors coming together to reclaim, restore and inspire with an evening of inspiration and engagement.
About the Venue
PIES Fitness Yoga Studio is an all-inclusive health and wellness anchor, offering more 80 fitness and yoga classes each week for all levels and intensities from beginners to advanced practitioners. It is our mission to demonstrate that “yoga and fitness is for everyBODY” and specialize in accessible yoga for beginners and seniors. Yoga therapy training and certification is offered at this location.
Marsha Banks-Harold, Founder
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Main Event
Holistic Spa Wellness @Spiritual Essence Yoga & Wellness Center
Saturday September 28, 2024
3:30pm-8:00 pm
5080 Brown Station Road Suite 255
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
About the Event
Join us for a day of wellness at beautiful Spiritual Essence Yoga & Wellness Center in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Experiences include holistic group spa sessions using bolsters, pillows, blocks, and more. There will also be fun creative arts group classes and options for your private meditation, reflexology, massage, wellness consults, and more. Opportunities to purchase and explore wellness products will be available to enhance your wellness experience at home. You will leave with a myriad of wellness experiences and a gift box that will enhance your overall wellness.
Investment $85- Space Limited Non Refundable but Transferable
Your ticket includes:
2 Group Spa Experiences:
Zen Self-Reflexology guided by reflexology practitioner
Sound Healing Yoga Therapy with individual check-in from yoga therapists.
Holistic & Wellness Creative Arts Group Rotation Experiences:
Art Design, Immune Support Herbal Consult, Waist Bead Design, Skin Care Consult with Esthetician, Plant Therapy
Private Experiences Available
Approx $15-$35 payable on site to wellness practitioner. More than one option may be selected.
(15-30 minutes per session)
Mini Facial with Professional Esthetician
Thai Body Massage
Meditation
Reflexology
Chair Massage
Stretch Therapy
Physical Therapy Consults
Aromatherapy add on available.
Fresh pressed juices, smoothies, and salads will be available for purchase onsite.
About the Venue
At Spiritual Essence Yoga & Wellness, our mission is to create a nurturing environment that fosters radical healing while equipping individuals with simple and accessible practices for achieving a harmonious and fulfilling life balance.
Dana A. Smith, Founder
Children Wellness Event
Sunday September 22, 2024
1:30-4:30 pm
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
901 G St NW
Washington, DC 20001
This is a family friendly event, Children will participate in fun wellness and creative arts classes. Opportunity for parents of young children to participate in parent infant massage class. Parents with young babies will have the opportunity to discover the benefits of baby massage and pre/post natal wellness. This is a free event. Registration required
An event you don't want to miss.
Sunrise Praise and Worship Yoga @ Wellspring Manor & Spa
Sunday September 29, 2024
7-8 AM
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
About the Event
Join us for mediation through prayer, worship, and movement while reflecting on the goodness of God.
Investment $25 Non refundable but Transferable
About the Venue
Enjoy a time of peace, relaxation, and inspiration at beautiful Wellspring Manor & Spa. This beautiful 7+ acre oasis includes expansive grassy areas and terraces, resort-style pool, elegant manor for overnight stays, spa, and art gallery. A multicourse breakfast is prepared each morning and includes uniquely decorated table settings. Complimentary afternoon beverage and snack service is also provided during your stay. Evening wine and and light snacks. Spend time at the pool, meditatively walk the beautiful grounds of this private property, relax in the art gallery, or book a time of rejuvenation at the on-site spa. This will be a stay you will not forget.
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