The power of Community

Aug 1

If you had a chance to check out our last blog post, we listed off 5 of our favorite summer- inspired wellness habits (and if you didn’t, check it out here). One of those ideas is community play dates. We briefly spoke about why we love community and the ways in which it enhances our daily life. Some of the benefits include longevity and sense of worth. We mentioned that having a community helps to create deeper bonds and allows us to feel as if we are part of something greater.

Lately our community play dates have looked like; meditation at the farm, restful beach days, floating in the pool and sharing our goals, matcha/coffee connections over at Seabird, and supporting our favorite local bands at their shows. If you’re not sold on the idea of community, here are a few other reasons to celebrate this healthy hack: it allows us to share like experiences (extremely important for mothers), it is an incredible sense of support, may reduce the risk of mental health issues, belonging to community potentially lowers risk heart disease, shared values unite people. On the flip side, lack of community has been found to increase stress levels, raise the chance of depression/ anxiety, and may even have a negative impact on your sleep.

Because we believe so deeply in the power of community, we aspire to cultivate that very essence with blackbird. We know that we’re the new kids on the block but we hope that soon enough you’ll think of us not only as a yoga studio, but an integral part of your life. That’s why you’ll always catch us checking in with folks before and after class, encouraging connections with one-another, collaborating with local businesses, and always saying “share the sweaty selfie!”. We want you to know you are welcome and supported by us. We want you to bond over the healing power of sound or those tough banded pulses! (It’s all fun and games until the bands are on our arms.)

It’s safe to say that many of us have had an interaction that’s felt uncomfortable at a fitness studio. There have been times where (even as teachers) we have walked into a room and felt unwelcome or as if we didn’t belong there. It breaks our hearts to think that that energy exists in the wellness space and it is holding people back from forming new healthy habits. We aim to provide a space that feels free for you to be YOU! That means showing up unapologetically, honoring your body as it is today, leaving comparison at the door, and yes, meeting new friends! We want you to know, YOU belong. You are an important part of our collective. You add values to our lives, as teachers and as friends. The next time you come to class, please take the time to introduce yourself to your neighbor and share with us why you feel called to practice with blackbird. We are so thankful for your support and can not wait to see our magical community evolve and grow over time.

Still deciding on what class works for you? Come try them all! Each one of our classes offer up an inclusive space and is conducive to all-levels. Whether you are an experienced yogi of 10 years or just beginning your journey - we have space for you. Our summer series is fully up and going, come experience it for yourself before we transition into our fall schedule! Keep an eye on our instagram for updates on vendor connections and our guest-teachers. Here are some wonderful things our community is saying;

“Such a unique and thoughtful program. I love taking in the salt air, sweating under the sun, and experiencing Kimberly’s immersive yoga practice.” - marisa

"I am pretty new to yoga and I felt like Erinn’s class was very welcoming! Upon arriving at Paragon Boardwalk, Kelsey was very excited to welcome me to my first class of the Summer Series and guided me on where to put my belongings. As the class started, I felt comfortable in the sunny environment but also pushed myself because I knew that I was capable. No was not an answer for me. After the class was over, there was time to connect with others and learn about offerings from vendors. Overall, I had a great experience and would recommend anyone to try yoga!" - Joshua

"Blackbird Wellness is changing the game with their Outdoor Summer Series! You truly get to feel grounded throughout your practice with the calming energy of the ocean waves and sunshine on your skin while at Paragon Park in Hull, MA. From the sweetest employee Kelsey welcoming you into the space to the instructors, vendors, and other yogis, you also gain a community while getting your sweat on!" - Sarah

"Erinn C. is amazing in all ways and I will follow her wherever she goes! The breeze of the ocean while practicing was an experience I will not forget. Loved the little gift bag of frankincense and other little goodies. Thank you for giving us such a great space to practice with our favorite instructor 10/10!" - Kaitlyn

Meet you on your mat.

author - erinn cavanagh