We've all been pushed out comfort zone in many different ways, but we carry on and ADAPT. Our yoga and pilates has taught us to be strong, flexible, and balanced - and to breathe through the challenges.
Studio Update: Virtual Classes
To all our friends at Solstice & Empower,
We miss you!!
Thank you for all your supportive notes regarding the decision to temporarily close to #flattenthecurve. It was a tough decision but we're confident it was the right thing to do. And thank you for your patience as we've been working out the details of getting online classes to you!
We've been working hard the last two days, exploring different platforms for virtual classes. As we continue to iron out the kinks, we would like to offer you two FREE Facebook Live Classes today!
Wednesday March 18th
10:45 am Inferno Hot Pilates with Elaina St. John
12:30 pm Power Hour with Stephanie Serpa
These classes will be "LIVE" on Solstice Power Yoga & Empower Yoga Facebook pages. Please tune in! Going forward it is our plan to offer 2 - 3 live classes per day. The schedule will vary from day to day, but we will do our best to bring all your favorites to you!
We are also exploring ways that you can access audio/video recordings on demand. Studio-hopper members will have unlimited access to all online classes. Classes will also be available with a "virtual pass" for those who are not monthly members.
These are unchartered waters for us and there is a learning curve so please bear with us as we explore these new platforms. We may try a couple different ones and we welcome your feedback!
We sincerely appreciate your continued patience! Stay tuned for more information as we roll out these virtual classes. They will be different than what we are used to, as is just about everything in our world right now, but we will adapt to our "new norm" and continue our journey with healthy bodies and positive attitudes!
Remember, we will get through this - together!
We truly are Stronger together
Stay Healthy, Stay Strong, Stay Positive and Stay Home!
❤️❤️❤️
Lots of love,
Lisa & Team Solstice/Team Empower
info@solsticepoweryoga.com
Studio Closure until March 30th (possibly longer TBD)
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
Solstice Power Yoga Update
Studio Update
(March 15th, 2020)
During this challenging time we are faced with tough decisions. At a time when many of us need yoga more than ever, we continue to offer classes at both studios and are looking to add online/live-stream classes as an option for our community in the coming days.
We continue to closely monitor the CDC and the Massachusetts Department of Health guidance and if we decide to make any additional changes beyond the measures we are currently taking, we will communicate those changes to you.
In addition to the enhanced cleaning and safety measures we have already implemented (detailed below in update from March 13th), we are taking these additional precautions effective immediately:
*All props for classes (blocks, straps) will be removed from the studios. If you like to practice with these items, please bring your own. We will have blocks and straps available for purchase at the studios by the end of the week or you may want to consider purchasing online
*Inferno Hot Pilates & Core Fusion classes will be taught without weights and bands.
*Rental Mats & Towels will no longer be available at the studio. Please bring your own mat and towels. Mats and full-size yoga towels are available for purchase at both studios. Hand towels are also available for purchase for $2.
*All classes are capped at a maximum of 25 people (less than half capacity) which allows for 3 feet between mats. Please sign up in-advance for prime-time classes to be assured space.
* Please consider attending classes at off peak hours.
*We ask that you spread out when you set up, using all three rows at Empower. Please allow plenty of space between you and your neighbor, on each side as well as in front and behind you.
*We are working to add online classes through Vimeo or Zoom as an option for those who wish to practice at home. We are trying to get this implemented ASAP but this is new territory for us. If any members of our beloved yoga community have experience in this realm and could help us, we invite you to reach out.
*Classes at Empower on Sunday, March 15th will be at the discounted rate of $10. We encourage you to sign up in-advance to assure your spot in the class as all classes are capped at 25 people. Specials will be available online.
We urge you all to carry on with an abundance of caution, as well as kindness and compassion. We will get through this, together, with the support, encouragement, and strength of our special Empower and Solstice community.
We thank you for your continued support, patience and understanding during this time and wish you all peace, strength and love.
Lisa & Team Empower/Team Solstice
Health Message to our Community
Your health and well-being are always our top priority. We've been staying up to date on COVID-19 concerns and taking action to protect you and our staff. Additionally we are following CDC guidance and ask that all students do the same.
It has always been our policy to maintain a clean and healthy studio environment. Additional precautionary and enhanced cleaning measures we are taking:
*Cleaning the studios more than ever with disinfectant cleaners after each class
*Increased professional deep cleanings from two to three times per week
*Increased frequency of deep cleaning of blocks and rental mats
*Continually cleaning frequently used surfaces/items in the lobby, studio, and bathrooms with disinfectant cleansers
*Additional hand-sanitizing dispensers placed throughout the studios for your use*Teachers/assistants will be refraining from hands on adjustments/assists
To help us:
*Please bring your own yoga mats, and blocks if possible.
*If you need to rent a mat or borrow studio blocks, weights, bands, etc please thoroughly wipe them down with disinfectant before and after use.
Reminders to everyone:
Stay home if feeling under the weather
Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently and use hand sanitizer often
Cover coughs and sneezes with tissue or inside of elbow
Refrain from touching your face
Maintain a strong immune system with a healthy diet, sleep, exercise, and lots of water!
Now more than ever we need our yoga and pilates classes! Let's work together to maintain safe and healthy conditions for all of us. Please continue to care for yourself and those around you with an abundance of caution. Stay healthy and safe and take one day at a time. We will help each other to get through this challenging time together!
Wishing you all good health, peace and strength,
Team Solstice & Team Empower
As always, if you have questions or concerns please email us at info@solsticepoweryoga.com
Thinking about giving Inferno Hot Pilates a try? Maybe this article will convince you!
Please Note: Inversion Workshop with Emma has been moved to Empower Yoga Beverly
Please Note: This Inversion workshop was originally scheduled at Solstice Power Yoga on February 22nd at 2 pm but has been moved to Empower Yoga Beverly
(same date/time)
Empower Yoga is located at 43 Enon Street (Route 1A in Beverly) in the Commodore Plaza (about 1/8 mile past Starbucks)
January 5 x 5 Challenge
Christmas Schedule
Tuesday, December 3rd Class Update: 10:45 Inferno is CANCELED, 12 pm and rest of Tuesday classes are ON!
Solstice Power Yoga
5:30am CANCELED
8am CANCELED
9:15am CANCELED
10:45am CANCELED
12pm Power Hour is ON
4:30pm Power Yoga with Jeanne
6:15pm Warm Flow with Anna
7:30pm Power Hour with Emma
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Empower Yoga
5:30am CANCELED
8am CANCELED
9am CANCELED
10:30am CANCELED
12pm Power Hour is ON
5pm Inferno Express with Emma
6pm Power Hour with Donna
7:15pm Yin Yoga with Willa
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Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Specials Start NOW!
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Specials
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$240
Our lowest rate only $12 per class (40% off drop-in rates!)
come to classes 1-2 x per week
Black Friday 20-Class Pass - expires 6 months*
$280
$14 per class - 30% off drop-in rates
come to classes 3-4 x per month
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$150
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come to classes 1-2 x per month
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Thanksgiving Week at Solstice Power Yoga
Thanksgiving Week at Solstice Power Yoga
Tuesday, November 26th
5:30 - 6:30 am Power Hour with Wendy
8 - 9 am Inferno Hot Pilates with Elaina
9:15 - 10:30 am Power Yoga 75 with Kristan
10:45 - 11:45 Inferno Hot Pilates with Elaina (sub for Nancy)
12 - 1 pm Power Hour with Carleen
4:30 pm Power Yoga (75 min) with Jeanne
6:15 Warm Flow with Anna
7:30 pm Power Hour with Emma
Wednesday , November 27th
5:30 - 6:30 am Power Hour with Cara
8 - 9 am Power Hour with Allison
9:15 - 10:30 am Warm Wednesdays with Willa
12 - 1 pm Power Hour with Stephanie
4:30 pm Power Yoga (75 min) with Donna
6:15 pm class is cancelled
7:30 pm class is cancelled
Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 28th
2 morning classes only
8 - 9 AM Inferno Hot Pilates (60 min) with Elaina
9:30 AM Power Yoga (75 min) with Elizabeth
Sign Up for Classes on Thanksgiving Day
all other classes on Thanksgiving Day are cancelled
Happy Thanksgiving
Black Friday, November 29th
5:30 am class is cancelled
8:15 - 9 am Inferno Fusion with Irene
9:15 - 10:30 am Power Yoga 75 with Kristan
12 - 1 pm Power Hour w/ optional Restorative with Wendy
5 pm Happy Hour with Lisa (sub for Jamie)
Saturday, November 30th
6:00 - 7:00 am Inferno Fusion Express with Keri
7:30 - 8:30 am Power Hour with Elizabeth
9 - 10:15 am Power Yoga 75 with Elizabeth
10:45 - 11:45 am Inferno Hot Pilates with Emma
5 - 6 pm Power Hour with Donna
Sunday, December 1st
7:30 am - 8:30 am Power Hour with Sarah
9 - 10:15 am Power Yoga 75 with Emma
10:45 - 11:45 Inferno Hot Pilates with Emma
12 pm Warm Basics with Emma
4:30 - 6 pm Sweat & Surrender with Jeanne
