Recharge at These Uptown Wellness Events This Month
For National Wellness month, find your zen at these Uptown events.
August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on mental and physical wellness. At its core, this month is a reminder to prioritize self-care and create healthy habits for daily life. Whether through regular exercise, a balanced diet, mindfulness, or good sleep, the goal is to find enjoyable and sustainable habits that positively impact your life.
Your wellness journey can also be enriched by being in community with others. All through August, organizations Uptown are putting together free wellness series, pop-ups, block parties, and more fun events where local residents can work towards their health and wellness goals together.
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Summer Yoga In The Park by Harlem Wellness Center
Date & Time: August, 5, 12, 19, and 26, 6:30 pm
Price: Starting at $9.31
Location: James Baldwin Lawn: W. 135th St.
Harlem Wellness Center, a Columbia Community Service grantee, is presenting Summer Yoga in the Park, a rejuvenating outdoor yoga series taking place at the beautiful James Baldwin Lawn, all season long. Immerse yourself in nature as you stretch, flow, and breathe in the fresh air. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned yogi, these classes are perfect for all levels. RSVP on Eventbrite.
Don’t forget to check out the annual calendar of events by the Harlem Wellness Center. From online classes focusing on flexibility to group meditation sessions and more, the Center nurtures a close-knit community for people devoted to health, wellness, and health equity. See Harlem Wellness Center’s event calendar for a full schedule of events.
Morris-Jumel Mansion: Yoga in the Park
Date & Time: August 6, 13, 20 and 27, 6:00 pm
Price: Suggested $5 donation
Location: Roger Morris Park: 65 Jumel Terrace
Every Tuesday this summer, the Morris-Jumel Mansion invites the community to Roger Morris Park for a free session of yoga. Bring your own yoga mat (or beach towel) and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Mansion’s oasis in the city with a calming yoga session. RSVP on Eventbrite.
Public Yoga Classes in Marcus Garvey Park at the Acropolis Stage
Date & Time: August 4 and 18, September 1, 15, and 29, 5:00 pm
Price: Suggested $5 donation
Location: 6316 Mt. Morris Park W.
Every other Sunday this summer, Harlem Grown is hosting free yoga classes at Marcus Garvey Park, open to everyone. Participants will enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga session led by experienced instructors in a beautiful outdoor setting. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced yogi, these classes are designed to suit all levels. RSVP is encouraged.
Treat Yo'Self SelfCare Pop-Up
Date & Time: August 10, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Price: Starting at $9.31
Location: 461 W. 126th St., 5th Fl.
gnA Studios, an Brooklyn-based art studio, is holding an entire day for Harlemites to center their wellness. From giveaways to sound baths, massages and manicures, this is a great event to indulge in some much-needed self-care. RSVP on Eventbrite.
Open Classes: Mind-Body Holistic Trainings
Date & Time: August 11, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: 108 W. 132nd St.
Date & Time: August 24, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Harlem Brain: 2233 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd.
Harlem Brain, founded by the non-profit IBREA Foundation, is hosting two free workshops in August to help residents feel lighter and brighter this Wellness Month. August 11’s class will take place at the W. 132nd St. Community Garden, and August 24’s class will be at Harlem Brain’s holistic education and training center. RSVP for August 11 or August 24 on Eventbrite.
Black Health Matters 2024 Summer Health Summit and Expo (Sold Out)
Date & Time: August 15
Price: Starting at $9.31
Location: The Alhambra Ballroom, 2116 Adam Clayton Powell Junior Blvd.
As part of Harlem Week 50, this event is bringing together world-class medical experts to discuss strategies for communities of color to become healthier individuals. Don’t miss this special day of health, wellness, and empowerment!
NYC Darkness RISING: Live 7: Black Mental Health Block Party & Concert
Date & Time: August 24, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Price: Free
Location: Adam Clayton Powell Plaza: 163 W. 125th St.
This annual block party and benefit concert features performances from both the Broadway community and the local music scene, as well as guest panels with Black mental health providers to discuss wellness strategies. RSVP on Eventbrite.