An important message to our cherished Empower/Solstice community-
This is the email we've been dreading, and hoping (wishfully) that we would not have to write. But it has become evident that it is no longer prudent for us to offer classes in the studios at this time. We were hoping the extra measures and precautions we've been implementing would be enough. And at a time when we ALL need classes and community more than ever, we SO want to stay open to be there for our community...for you and for us. The comments we get about Empower & Solstice being "the best part of my day" or "keeping me sane" is true for us as well. It's WHY we do what we do. And especially now, when we are extra-stressed, anxious and fearful, we crave a sense of normalcy and comfort, and the strength of our community.
But all the evidence out there is making it increasingly clear that the socially responsible decision is to close our doors to do our part to reduce risk in our community, reduce the spread of the virus and the demands on our healthcare system and protect those not as strong and resilient as we are... to "flatten the curve."
The decision to close was a HARD one. It affects your routine, health, and possibly, your sanity (lol.) The easier decision would be to stay open, hoping that all the extra precautions and cleaning is enough. But the only way to know for sure that we are doing our part to help stop the spread of Covid19, is to close our doors, temporarily, until we have a clearer picture of when it's wise to reopen.
We appreciate your understanding and support during this most challenging time. Almost 30 years as a business owner, 16 years as a yoga studio owner, many ups and downs throughout those years, but this is by FAR, the most challenging landscape that I've faced.
We are working to figure out online classes and the logistics of memberships, etc. I'm hoping our community will understand and be patient as we figure it out. I honestly do not have all the answers right now, but what I do know is that we need to close for now. We will be closed until at least March 30th (perhaps longer, TBD.)
We realize there are still many studios and gyms that may remain open. And you may seek them out during the time that Solstice & Empower are closed. However, we encourage you to follow the recommendations of social distancing and refrain from public areas and gatherings. Get outside for long walks with your dog, go for a run, or enjoy some forced family fun at home 🙂
Wishing good health, strength, peace and love to all of you and your families. Please feel free to reach out to me any time - with concerns, questions, ideas... these are uncertain times for all of us, murky waters for sure. But the dust will settle, eventually. It's not forever. We are strong, we are tough, we are resilient. We will get through this and come back even stronger.❤️❤️❤️
Lots of love,
Lisa & Team Solstice/Team Empower
info@solsticepoweryoga.com
