
Strength in Solidarity: Weightlifting for Queer and Trans Folks with s gold
Trauma-informed, beginner-friendly strength training in a small, supportive eight week series held Thursday evenings; no prior experience required, class limited to eight participants and masks are required.
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Slow somatic yoga sequences and breath-based nervous-system resets blending supportive movement and mindful pauses to foster gentle reconnection and resourcefulness through the week; taught by a queer, genderfluid instructor.

Slow somatic yoga sequences and breath-based nervous-system resets blending supportive movement and mindful pauses to foster gentle reconnection and resourcefulness through the week; taught by a queer, genderfluid instructor.
Slow somatic yoga sequences and breath-based nervous-system resets blending supportive movement and mindful pauses to foster gentle reconnection and resourcefulness through the week; taught by a queer, genderfluid instructor.

Slow, sensual yoga-inspired flows and somatic release practices—shaking, EFT tapping, and optional movement—guide a trauma-informed seven-week journey to reclaim embodiment, internal consent, and self-connection within an affirming, body positive community.

Slow, sensual yoga-inspired flows and somatic release practices—shaking, EFT tapping, and optional movement—guide a trauma-informed seven-week journey to reclaim embodiment, internal consent, and self-connection within an affirming, body positive community.
Slow, sensual yoga-inspired flows and somatic release practices—shaking, EFT tapping, and optional movement—guide a trauma-informed seven-week journey to reclaim embodiment, internal consent, and self-connection within an affirming, body positive community.

Accessible mixed cardio and conditioning session combining bodyweight strengthening, guided stretching, and low-impact aerobics for all fitness levels. Weekly drop-in classes held Friday afternoons at the community center.

Accessible mixed cardio and conditioning session combining bodyweight strengthening, guided stretching, and low-impact aerobics for all fitness levels. Weekly drop-in classes held Friday afternoons at the community center.
Accessible mixed cardio and conditioning session combining bodyweight strengthening, guided stretching, and low-impact aerobics for all fitness levels. Weekly drop-in classes held Friday afternoons at the community center.

Gentle aerial silks and hammock movements build balance, core strength, and endurance for adults 55 plus in a safety-focused studio setting; all fitness levels welcome with advance registration required.

Gentle aerial silks and hammock movements build balance, core strength, and endurance for adults 55 plus in a safety-focused studio setting; all fitness levels welcome with advance registration required.
Gentle aerial silks and hammock movements build balance, core strength, and endurance for adults 55 plus in a safety-focused studio setting; all fitness levels welcome with advance registration required.

Gentle peer-led online gatherings providing confidential emotional support, resource-sharing, and mutual validation for LGBTQ+ community members, hosted by Rise Above Community in a calm, affirming virtual space for connection and coping.

Gentle peer-led online gatherings providing confidential emotional support, resource-sharing, and mutual validation for LGBTQ+ community members, hosted by Rise Above Community in a calm, affirming virtual space for connection and coping.
Gentle peer-led online gatherings providing confidential emotional support, resource-sharing, and mutual validation for LGBTQ+ community members, hosted by Rise Above Community in a calm, affirming virtual space for connection and coping.

Slow, exploratory Open Floor practice emphasizing somatic movement and body awareness across a committed six-week group, each session exploring a distinct theme to integrate movement insights into daily life.

Slow, exploratory Open Floor practice emphasizing somatic movement and body awareness across a committed six-week group, each session exploring a distinct theme to integrate movement insights into daily life.
Slow, exploratory Open Floor practice emphasizing somatic movement and body awareness across a committed six-week group, each session exploring a distinct theme to integrate movement insights into daily life.

Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.

Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.
Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.

Facilitated consent-centered circle providing platonic touch and nervous system regulation through guided consent practices and optional gentle contact in a cozy, grounded indoor space; no romantic intent and no prior experience required.

Facilitated consent-centered circle providing platonic touch and nervous system regulation through guided consent practices and optional gentle contact in a cozy, grounded indoor space; no romantic intent and no prior experience required.
Facilitated consent-centered circle providing platonic touch and nervous system regulation through guided consent practices and optional gentle contact in a cozy, grounded indoor space; no romantic intent and no prior experience required.

Gentle, flowing qigong movements with guided breathwork and slow, intentional meditations to cultivate energy balance and presence; weekly community class for all levels led by instructor Michelle to start the week mindfully.

Gentle, flowing qigong movements with guided breathwork and slow, intentional meditations to cultivate energy balance and presence; weekly community class for all levels led by instructor Michelle to start the week mindfully.
Gentle, flowing qigong movements with guided breathwork and slow, intentional meditations to cultivate energy balance and presence; weekly community class for all levels led by instructor Michelle to start the week mindfully.
Guided harmonic breathwork emphasizing surrender over effort, using paced breathing and somatic release to build a quieter, more reliable inner strength in a small-group studio setting.
Guided harmonic breathwork emphasizing surrender over effort, using paced breathing and somatic release to build a quieter, more reliable inner strength in a small-group studio setting.
Guided harmonic breathwork emphasizing surrender over effort, using paced breathing and somatic release to build a quieter, more reliable inner strength in a small-group studio setting.

Brief, interactive virtual training delivering simple, practical strategies and conversation skills for formal and informal community leaders to support individuals after crises, with focused exercises and immediate, actionable takeaways.

Brief, interactive virtual training delivering simple, practical strategies and conversation skills for formal and informal community leaders to support individuals after crises, with focused exercises and immediate, actionable takeaways.
Brief, interactive virtual training delivering simple, practical strategies and conversation skills for formal and informal community leaders to support individuals after crises, with focused exercises and immediate, actionable takeaways.

Supportive, healing group meditation designed for psychotherapists, spiritual practitioners, social workers, teachers, and bodyworkers, with gentle breath-centered sits and peer care to foster restorative replenishment and community connection.

Supportive, healing group meditation designed for psychotherapists, spiritual practitioners, social workers, teachers, and bodyworkers, with gentle breath-centered sits and peer care to foster restorative replenishment and community connection.
Supportive, healing group meditation designed for psychotherapists, spiritual practitioners, social workers, teachers, and bodyworkers, with gentle breath-centered sits and peer care to foster restorative replenishment and community connection.

Barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells are used in a coached small group weightlifting class focused on technique, progressive overload, and measurable strength gains each week at Jungle Gym Asheville.

Barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells are used in a coached small group weightlifting class focused on technique, progressive overload, and measurable strength gains each week at Jungle Gym Asheville.
Barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells are used in a coached small group weightlifting class focused on technique, progressive overload, and measurable strength gains each week at Jungle Gym Asheville.

Slow, meditative instruction in Yang 10 and 24 forms with gentle Qigong exercises to improve balance, breath, and joint mobility; paced for beginners in a supportive, health-focused studio setting.

Slow, meditative instruction in Yang 10 and 24 forms with gentle Qigong exercises to improve balance, breath, and joint mobility; paced for beginners in a supportive, health-focused studio setting.
Slow, meditative instruction in Yang 10 and 24 forms with gentle Qigong exercises to improve balance, breath, and joint mobility; paced for beginners in a supportive, health-focused studio setting.
Transformative creative writing workshop blending guided prompts and group sharing to foster healing, build confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude. Small group beginner friendly sessions emphasize expressive writing and community support.
Transformative creative writing workshop blending guided prompts and group sharing to foster healing, build confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude. Small group beginner friendly sessions emphasize expressive writing and community support.
Transformative creative writing workshop blending guided prompts and group sharing to foster healing, build confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude. Small group beginner friendly sessions emphasize expressive writing and community support.

Evening cohort sessions blending rest, digestion practices, play based creativity, and gentle somatic exercises to rebuild artistic energy across a six week curriculum. Weekly Thursday meetings emphasize reflective group work and playful creative exploration.

Evening cohort sessions blending rest, digestion practices, play based creativity, and gentle somatic exercises to rebuild artistic energy across a six week curriculum. Weekly Thursday meetings emphasize reflective group work and playful creative exploration.
Evening cohort sessions blending rest, digestion practices, play based creativity, and gentle somatic exercises to rebuild artistic energy across a six week curriculum. Weekly Thursday meetings emphasize reflective group work and playful creative exploration.
Slow, guided breathwork cultivating a quieter, reliable strength through surrender and somatic release. Evening session focuses on letting go instead of pushing, with gentle pacing and cues for restorative resilience and relaxation.
Slow, guided breathwork cultivating a quieter, reliable strength through surrender and somatic release. Evening session focuses on letting go instead of pushing, with gentle pacing and cues for restorative resilience and relaxation.
Slow, guided breathwork cultivating a quieter, reliable strength through surrender and somatic release. Evening session focuses on letting go instead of pushing, with gentle pacing and cues for restorative resilience and relaxation.

Slow, breath centered gentle flow blending alignment cues and mindful movement to build strength, flexibility, and inner calm in an intimate studio setting; suitable for all levels.

Slow, breath centered gentle flow blending alignment cues and mindful movement to build strength, flexibility, and inner calm in an intimate studio setting; suitable for all levels.
Slow, breath centered gentle flow blending alignment cues and mindful movement to build strength, flexibility, and inner calm in an intimate studio setting; suitable for all levels.

Sweat, stretch, growl, and reset in a low-lit power flow set to heavy metal; all experience levels welcome, bring a mat and sign a waiver at check-in for an immersive late-night practice.

Sweat, stretch, growl, and reset in a low-lit power flow set to heavy metal; all experience levels welcome, bring a mat and sign a waiver at check-in for an immersive late-night practice.
Sweat, stretch, growl, and reset in a low-lit power flow set to heavy metal; all experience levels welcome, bring a mat and sign a waiver at check-in for an immersive late-night practice.

Trauma-informed, judgement-free online gathering for communal healing and reflective conversation where participants reset, share, and process collective grief and resilience; free event that requires online registration.

Trauma-informed, judgement-free online gathering for communal healing and reflective conversation where participants reset, share, and process collective grief and resilience; free event that requires online registration.
Trauma-informed, judgement-free online gathering for communal healing and reflective conversation where participants reset, share, and process collective grief and resilience; free event that requires online registration.