Members, from all of us, a THANK YOU for all the congrats and inquiries regarding the upcoming MINT Studios. Since launching MINT the ride has had many ups and downs and has been amazing overall. Our unique concept and approach took root in 2005 and over the years we’ve fine-tuned our programming, operations, staffing, and leadership, and we’re looking forward to continue to evolve. A core part of our mission has always been to provide great jobs to great people, which in part means providing continued opportunity to the amazing people who make MINT work.

As we open our first studio this Fall, we continue to look at other opportunities to spread our good word. Growth doesn’t always mean more locations; we have been, and continue to invest heavily in the clubs in numerous ways to enhance the member experience. Our new class genre, called ‘Strength’, is launching with the signature class ‘FLEX’. Look for the first classes at the clubs in the coming weeks. We’re also investing even more in our people; pay and staffing for everyone from class instructors, to housekeeping to front desk service and beyond has risen substantially in the past two years alone. Also, look for a few physical changes in the clubs soon; for example coming this Fall will be increased stretch space at Dupont.

That all said, as we do grow in physical locations, it’s not done in a vacuum. Being a small business in today’s marketplace is an extreme challenge, the big boys in every industry try to steal away everything, including staff. Our leverage to keep great talent has always been our personal touch, which definitely isn’t going anywhere! To attract great talent is a different challenge, and to do that we have to make the business more attractive, and our studio expansion(S) (aiming to be plural soon) is our ticket to make that happen. We continue to onboard new staff who have top-tier experience, charisma, and talent; these staff will have roles at MINT across all of our facilities. Just one case in point: Roger Mack, our new instructor, who is also launching the Strength genre, and will be taking over for Liz as Intensity Director.

We are looking forward to the future and we’re glad to have you with us. Thank you for your support of the MINT mission!

Changing lives,

Patrick John
MINT owner
patrick@mintdc.com

MINT is invading the Sauf Haus Biergarten on September 16th from 10am-1pm to provide a community Yoga class (free with code: MINTmember) Please arrive by 9:30am for check-in and to grab your spot. This event is open to all levels. All are welcome to enjoy this 50 minute Vinyasa Flow class with MINT instructor Ashley Binetti on the rooftop Sauf Haus Biergarten. Please bring positive energy, a yoga mat, a towel and wear appropriate fitness attire comfortable for Yoga practice. $8 beer flights, $3 Jagermeister, $2 off all Schofferhoffer (Grapefruit and Hefeweizen) and Radeberger Pilsner for the month of September for MINT members. $5 Mimosa, Biermosas, and Bloody Marys until 1pm day of the event.

Sauf Haus is located near the Dupont Circle Metro (South Exit) at 1216 18th Street NW near the intersection of 18th St NW and Connecticut Ave NW.

With your RSVP, you will receive a complimentary mimosa after the session, and $5 Mimosa, Biermosas, and Bloody Marys until 1pm day of the event.

Family Yoga for Movers, Tots & More!

A class for everyone, from crawlers to early walkers, to toddlers & preschoolers…even older kids will enjoy this fun movement based class. All kids, along with their parents or care-givers, will learn how to cultivate calm, mindfulness, connection and movement into your daily life, all while playing with postures and poses designed to bring out the child in all of us. For children from crawling to 9 years.

Join our new MINTkids instructor Mariela Gomez for Yoga for Movers, Tots & Tykes on Saturday September 9, 9:30-10:30 am. We’re so excited to relaunch this class for the little ones along with their parent or care-giver. Explore yoga together! Learn yoga songs, games and poses to enjoy together and practice at home! Reserve your spot

Mint offers a weekly prenatal yoga class to Mint Members and guests! Pregnant mamas can join Kate Miller (birth educator, prenatal yoga teacher & birth doula) for a well rounded practice that supports their pregnancy, prepares them for birth and offers a wonderful weekly circle of community support. Drop in, or check out the special series rate for expecting mamas at Mint!

Mamas @ Mint
Sundays, 10-11:25AM
With Kate Miller

Order online, pick​ ​up ​when you come in for your sweat session. Easy, real food​ created by local chefs and nutritionists​ (all without gluten and dairy ingredients). Start here to grab $25 off

If you’re looking to add more antioxidants to your diet, check out these four easy antioxidant-rich recipes to try this summer!

1. Acai and Pitaya Smoothie Bowl

Smoothie bowls are always a classic, especially when made with the superfruit duo of acai and pitaya. Acai and pitaya are some of the richest antioxidant fruits to eat, and have blown up in healthy food markets with just as much credibility as blueberries and bananas, to name some examples. To indulge in these super-fruits’ purifying benefits, blend them together with additional fruit and a liquid base (such as Greek yogurt or orange juice) and place it in a bowl. Add more berries or fruit of your choice on top, sprinkle some shredded coconut, seeds, and nuts, and then mix in protein or matcha powder to finish. It’s the perfect breakfast to kick-start a productive day!

2. Bean and Vegetable Salad

When you think of antioxidants, do beans come up first – or at all – in your mind? Beans in particular are actually comparable to berries because they also possess detoxifying properties that regulate the digestive process, remove harmful and toxic substances from the body, and keep the heart healthy and happy. For this quick lunch or dinner, throw a combination of kidney, black, and pinto beans into a serving plate alongside a hearty serving of your favorite chopped vegetables and a protein source. You’ll be energized and satisfied for hours!

3. Berries dipped in Dark Chocolate, Nuts, and Spices

Have a sweet tooth? Then we’ve got fantastic news for you! To curb a sugar craving, snack on a guilt-free dessert of fruit dipped in dark chocolate, spices, and nuts to keep any temptation for cheat food at bay. Choose a berry of your choice to act as a base to this dessert. For this recipe in particular, we recommend strawberries.

Put your desired berries to the side and melt some dark chocolate in a pot over the stove. Dark chocolate is full of antioxidants like fruit and vegetables, so don’t be shy with indulging in a bar or two. They’re also fantastic for reducing cholesterol levels, maintaining cardiovascular health, and improving brain function.

The nuts you choose should be fat burning and easy on the stomach, such as pistachios, almonds, walnuts, and cashews. They give a perfect crunch to the chocolate! Lastly, in terms of spices, add a pinch of cinnamon or turmeric to the melted dark chocolate. This is the final kick to give the recipe a textured flavor. Furthermore, spices possess an incredibly high concentration of antioxidants and combat more toxins than dark chocolate!

4. A classic cold-pressed juice

Unlike a smoothie which uses the whole fruit or vegetable, a cold-pressed juice liquifies ingredients and extracts the purest form of their nutrients – and the tastiest! A common cold-pressed juice you may be familiar with is one comprised of apples, kale, cucumber, celery, and lemon. It may sound like a questionable cocktail, but juicing fruits and vegetables together results in a superior and healthy drink that is an absolute treat for the body and ensures your well-being.

By: Rachel O’Connor