Alive

We ask, “What has Alive meant to you?”

…More from our Karmi team:

“I was a young Mom (19yrs) and for a solid ten years while having my kids, I was either pregnant or nursing sometimes both. It was hard to carve out time for myself during that period of my life. Fast forward forty years to the latest version of me- I am 61 yrs old and recently retired from my longtime caregiving job as an Educational Assistant. I’m clearing my space, both mentally and physically and really trying to get stronger in every way. Alive has been a portal into space for myself to reconnect with who I am aside from being Mom, partner and caregiver. One of the first classes I took at Alive was with Rebecca and after our stretching at the end of class I started to cry. Good tears.
Thank you dear ladies for this wonderful space. It has helped me immeasurably. ”
- Carol

“I’ve always loved everything fitness. I found alive back when there were pole classes and after a devastating break up I decided to join a beginners class to work on feeling confident in my body. The vibes of the studio have always been amazing. From teachers to karmi’s to the class-goers, everyone has always been so supportive and welcoming, trying sassy and pole classes here gave me the confidence to step out of my comfort zone -n you know, getting comfortable with the uncomfortable. I’ve been so grateful to have such a safe place to reconnect with myself and build a community.
- Lisa

We ask, “What has Alive meant to you?”

“In all honesty, I was at a pretty low place in my mental health and relationship with my body. Nikki invited me to do a class with her using a fiver, and I was super hesitant because I have NEVER enjoyed group or studio classes before. I always felt super intimidated and out of place. But I came and instantly felt like I’d found a home in so many ways. Mo was at the desk with another karmi and they made me feel SO welcome & like I was part of the family immediately. The class was amazing, so motivating, and it warmed my heart to see such a diversity of bodies, ages, fitness levels, etc. Even just in what people were wearing! I felt ok in my giant oversized t-shirt and 5-year-old leggings. There was no “who has the coolest most expensive workout clothes” vibes at all. That felt super safe. Financially, I thought something like this place would never be accessible to me, but when I learned about the karma team, I was so excited! I signed up for the 2 week intro, and there weren’t any karma positions available, but by the end of my two weeks, a spot had opened up!I cried because it felt like my fate! My life LITERALLY transformed in ways that that I didn’t know it needed to from that day on. The people, the community, the instructors, the management, the karmies, everything introduced me to a new version of myself, worthy of love and acceptance. I had never really allowed much of that. I made connections here that have changed my career path and connected me with so many beautiful humans. I could literally go on forever and I will never forget this place and the magic it created in my life and so many other. I am endlessly grateful that I managed to spend the last few months as a part of the team and I can’t wait to see what the future holds. Endless love and appreciation for Alive, Kristen Alissa and everyone else. “
- M