Exciting Yoga Programming Updates!

October 2, 2016 by mint-sk

Calling all MINT yogis! We’re excited to announce FIVE new yoga classes, all of which will start this weekend (October 8 and 9).

The first three classes, which will take place on Saturdays, are geared towards young families at MINT (prenatal yoga and MINTkids classes!) The next two classes, which will happen on Sundays, are for yogi newbies and yoga lovers who need some extra time to sleep in on Sundays! Read on for more details!

NEW on Saturdays:

Mamas at MINT – Prenatal Yoga – Sunday class recently moved to Saturday at 9 in the main studio at MINT Dupont with Kate Miller. Prenatal yoga gives mamas the important time and space to relax and feel more comfortable with their changing bodies, as well as to deepen the growing relationship with their baby. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience, during any stage of pregnancy. Each class includes alignment based yoga instruction to help with the common aches and pains associated with with being pregnant. While building strength and flexibility in the body, concentration and mindfulness techniques will help prepare for birth and parenthood. This class is lead by Kate Miller, certified prenatal yoga teacher, professional birth doula and childbirth educator. As a birth worker, Kate weaves her knowledge of comfort measures and laboring techniques into her classes. If you’re expecting, you won’t want to miss this class to help support your pregnancy, birth and baby!

MINTkids: Yoga for Movers and Tots (crawling – age 4) – new time, new location, new teacher! Saturdays, 10:15 am in the new Barre Studio at MINT Dupont with Moriah Childers. Yoga for Tots is a class for crawlers, movers, and preschoolers along with parent or care-giver. Explore yoga together! Learn yoga songs, games and poses that you will enjoy together and be able to practice at home! For children from crawling to age 4.

MINTkids: Yoga for Big Kids (age 4 to 6) – new class for MINT’s slightly older kiddos. Saturdays, 11:15 in the new Barre Studio at MINT Dupont with Moriah Childers. Yoga for Big Kids is a class for kids around 4 years old and up with a care-giver. Older siblings are welcome, but please let your instructor know first. Explore yoga together! Learn yoga songs, games and poses that you will enjoy together and be able to practice at home!

NEW on Sundays:

Fundamentals of Flow (beginners welcome!) – new class to introduce students to the basics of vinyasa flow class, Sundays, 10 am (i hour) in the main studio at MINT Dupont with Kristin Adair.

Vinyasa Flow (mixed levels) – Sunday flow class with adjustments for all levels, Sunday, 11:10 am (75 min) the main studio at MINT Dupont with Kristin Adair. We will start this class as mixed levels and if we find that we can ramp up to a more intermediate or advanced class we can make that adjustment as needed.

Both of these classes (and all yoga classes at MINT) are included with MINT class-access memberships. Non-members can purchase our traditional class packages.

Learn more about our yoga program, our amazing yoga instructors and browse our full yoga schedule at both studios here.

MINTBarre & Brunch Open House!

September 29, 2016 by mint-sk

We’re so excited about our new barre studio at MINT Dupont… we’re throwing it a party!

Mark your calendars and join us on October 15th for a

MINTBarre & Brunch open house!

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We’ll have FREE classes (donations are accepted and will benefit the Keep a Breast Foundation and their Fit 4 Prevention Day!), brunch bites, BARRE-y flavored mimosas and raffle prizes!

Schedule of FREE classes for the open house:

10am: Arms and Butt

11am: Thighs and Abs

12pm: Arms and Butt

1pm: Thighs and Abs

RSVP here… and don’t forget to invite your friends on Facebook!

In the meantime, check out the new schedule of classes happening in the barre studio!

Gear Up for the October Cycle Challenge

September 27, 2016 by mint-sk

Pedal your way to victory throughout the month of October! We want to see you push yourself mentally and physically with the first-ever Cycle Challenge, which runs from October 1 to October 31st.

Cycle Challenge details:

Participants can take cycle classes at both MINT location (Dupont or Downtown). Totals and prizes will be cumulative over both clubs.
Receive 1 point for each cycle class you attend and keep track of your classes on the CHALLENGE POSTER outside of the cycle studio.
Points will count towards “medals:” Gold (25+ classes), Silver (18-24 classes), Bronze (12-17 classes).
BUDDY BONUS: Register a non-member friend for five free cycle classes and all the classes your friend takes count towards your total! (Guests must be registered here.)

What are you waiting for? Register for the Cycle Challenge here!

New Class: Baby & Me MINTensity

September 26, 2016 by mint-sk

What do you get when you combine babies, bicep curls and burpees? Baby & Me MINTensity!

This new 40-minute class is MINT’s signature “Intensity” class, with your baby! Class focuses on fitness for the parent/caregiver and fun for baby! You’ll need to bring a carrier and a swaddle, as baby will be in and out of carrier, depending on the exercise.

Check out this new class in action here: Baby & Me MINTensity Video

Join the family fun every Wednesday at 1:30pm at MINT Dupont. Register for class here!

Meet our new barre studio

September 22, 2016 by mint-sk

Four Reasons to Get Pumped about Fall

September 22, 2016 by mint-sk

It’s official! Summer is out and fall is in! But don’t get bummed… because as it turns out, fall is actually the best.

Here are four reasons to flip out over fall.

1. The MINTBarre + Brunch Launch Party is happening October 15.

Mark your calendars, because we’re ushering in our new barre studio with a celebration on Saturday, Oct. 15. There will be more details in the coming weeks, but it will feature free classes (for both members and non-members), brunch bites and giveways! (And look out for some barre-y flavored mimosas!)

2. Fall boasts perfect outdoor running temps.

Fall is the perfect time to pound the pavement outside… because we all know DC’s summer temps are not always ideal for outdoor activities. Temperatures in the 60s and 70s are basically made for running, hiking and just being outdoors. So next time you’re about to drive or take the bus to the gym, lace up your sneakers and jog (or walk) there instead.

3. The MINT cycle crew is hosting the “October Cycle Challenge.”

Who doesn’t love a good challenge? The cycle team at MINT is hosting a Cycle Challenge throughout the month of October to encourage you to get off of the couch and into the saddle. Each class you take equals a point… and points will earn you “medals.” And you guessed it… medals equal prizes! Learn more and register for the Challenge here.

4. It’s totally acceptable to eat pumpkin flavored everything.

And we mean everything! Start meal planning now, because you’ll want to make sure you try everything from pumpkin chili, to a healthy homemade pumpkin spice latte, to pumpkin spice waffles.

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