Thrive Carolinas

Class 3: Yoga Basics Series with Sara & Wendy
2021-09-23 18:15 - 19:30 UTC
New to Yoga? Think you’re not flexible enough? Have your friends or doctors been encouraging you to try yoga? Have you been scared off by yoga in the past? Coming back to your yoga practice after injury or illness?

Then this workshop series is for you! We provide a safe, accessible, friendly, non-competitive environment for you to explore this thing called Yoga. In this 4 week series we cover the basics of a Slow Mindful Flow Yoga class (no heat!!).

– We explore the poses (asanas) step-by-step through alignment and body awareness.
– Basic Yoga terminology is defined.
– The incredible health benefits are shared, i.e. how yoga aids in stress reduction and healthy aging.
– Yoga breathing techniques for relaxation are offered that can be used in your everyday busy life.

Each session will include a combination of lecture, discussion, and movement. Dress comfortably in clothes you can move in.

Thursdays September 23, 2021 @ 6:15 pm-7:30 pm
Price: Drop In $20

Class 4: Yoga Basics Series with Sara & Wendy
2021-09-30 18:15 - 19:30 UTC
New to Yoga? Think you’re not flexible enough? Have your friends or doctors been encouraging you to try yoga? Have you been scared off by yoga in the past? Coming back to your yoga practice after injury or illness?

Then this workshop series is for you! We provide a safe, accessible, friendly, non-competitive environment for you to explore this thing called Yoga. In this 4 week series we cover the basics of a Slow Mindful Flow Yoga class (no heat!!).

– We explore the poses (asanas) step-by-step through alignment and body awareness.
– Basic Yoga terminology is defined.
– The incredible health benefits are shared, i.e. how yoga aids in stress reduction and healthy aging.
– Yoga breathing techniques for relaxation are offered that can be used in your everyday busy life.

Each session will include a combination of lecture, discussion, and movement. Dress comfortably in clothes you can move in.

Thursdays September 30, 2021 @ 6:15 pm-7:30 pm
Price: Drop In $20

Free Slow Flow Yoga
2021-10-06 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
Thrive is offering a FREE slow flow yoga class on Wednesday, October 6th at 12pm with Kathy Dickinson.
This class offers all the benefits of vinyasa yoga at a slower pace. Slow Flow is the perfect complement to any athlete’s training program, as well as those looking to improve flexibility.

This class is for all levels. If you’d like to join us, register online in mind-body or call our office and we will sign you up!

Remember space is limited and on a first come first serve basis!

Restorative Yoga
2021-11-13 13:30 - 15:00 UTC
Restorative yoga is a gentle and still style of yoga that utilizes props such as blankets and bolsters to help the body deeply relax and relieve stress.

If you need a pause to help realign, restore, and rebalance, this is the experience for you. You’ll be expertly guided so that your body, mind, and spirit can rest and renew.
All abilities welcomed. No yoga experience needed. Dress comfortably; bring your yoga mat, pillows, and blanket if you’d like.

11/13/21
1:30-3:00pm
Price: $29

Class 1: Yoga Basics Series with Sara & Wendy
2022-01-13 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
New to Yoga? Think you’re not flexible enough? Have your friends or doctors been encouraging you to try yoga? Have you been scared off by yoga in the past? Coming back to your yoga practice after injury or illness?

Then this workshop series is for you! We provide a safe, accessible, friendly, non-competitive environment for you to explore this thing called Yoga. In this 4 week series, we cover the basics of a Slow Mindful Flow Yoga class (no heat!!).

– We explore the poses (asanas) step-by-step through alignment and body awareness.
– Basic Yoga terminology is defined.
– The incredible health benefits are shared, i.e. how yoga aids in stress reduction and healthy aging.
– Yoga breathing techniques for relaxation are offered that can be used in your everyday busy life.

Each session will include a combination of lecture, discussion, and movement. Dress comfortably in clothes you can move in.

Thursdays January 13, 2022 @ 6:15 pm-7:30 pm
Price: Drop In $20

2022 Thrive Detox Program
2022-01-17 | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Thrive is offering a medically sound and supervised program designed to support liver function. Among other things, the liver is responsible for the metabolism of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates, enzyme activation, and storage of glycogen, vitamins, and minerals.

Having a healthy liver is critical for preventing illness, improving metabolic and biochemical pathways, and reversing chronic conditions like obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and autoimmune diseases.

What’s included in the program:

15-day Nutriclear Plus Detox Kit including supplement and protein powder packets ($170 Value)
In-person kickoff class with Drs. Fletcher & Palermo (January 19th, subject to change based on COVID restrictions)
Food plan and recipes to help you stay on track
Access to our Recorded Online Detox Workshops and Classes ($200 Value)
Educational materials and shopping guides to help you in the grocery store
Mindfulness, breathing, and meditation exercises to help activate your body’s parasympathetic nervous system
Guide to healthy cleaning supplies so you can avoid harmful chemicals
A go-to list of supportive over-the-counter supplement options

Investment: $250
Supply is limited!!!

Thriver Members Pre-order on 1/7 all other 1/10

Pre-Order Here!

Class 2: Yoga Basics Series with Sara & Wendy
2022-01-20 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
New to Yoga? Think you’re not flexible enough? Have your friends or doctors been encouraging you to try yoga? Have you been scared off by yoga in the past? Coming back to your yoga practice after injury or illness?

Then this workshop series is for you! We provide a safe, accessible, friendly, non-competitive environment for you to explore this thing called Yoga. In this 4 week series, we cover the basics of a Slow Mindful Flow Yoga class (no heat!!).

– We explore the poses (asanas) step-by-step through alignment and body awareness.
– Basic Yoga terminology is defined.
– The incredible health benefits are shared, i.e. how yoga aids in stress reduction and healthy aging.
– Yoga breathing techniques for relaxation are offered that can be used in your everyday busy life.

Each session will include a combination of lecture, discussion, and movement. Dress comfortably in clothes you can move in.

Thursdays January 20th, 2022 @ 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Price: Drop In $20

Class 3: Yoga Basics Series with Sara & Wendy
2022-01-27 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
New to Yoga? Think you’re not flexible enough? Have your friends or doctors been encouraging you to try yoga? Have you been scared off by yoga in the past? Coming back to your yoga practice after injury or illness?

Then this workshop series is for you! We provide a safe, accessible, friendly, non-competitive environment for you to explore this thing called Yoga. In this 4 week series we cover the basics of a Slow Mindful Flow Yoga class (no heat!!).

– We explore the poses (asanas) step-by-step through alignment and body awareness.
– Basic Yoga terminology is defined.
– The incredible health benefits are shared, i.e. how yoga aids in stress reduction and healthy aging.
– Yoga breathing techniques for relaxation are offered that can be used in your everyday busy life.

Each session will include a combination of lecture, discussion, and movement. Dress comfortably in clothes you can move in.

Thursdays January 27, 2022 @ 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Price: Drop In $20

Class 4: Yoga Basics Series with Sara & Wendy
2022-02-03 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
New to Yoga? Think you’re not flexible enough? Have your friends or doctors been encouraging you to try yoga? Have you been scared off by yoga in the past? Coming back to your yoga practice after injury or illness?

Then this workshop series is for you! We provide a safe, accessible, friendly, non-competitive environment for you to explore this thing called Yoga. In this 4 week series we cover the basics of a Slow Mindful Flow Yoga class (no heat!!).

– We explore the poses (asanas) step-by-step through alignment and body awareness.
– Basic Yoga terminology is defined.
– The incredible health benefits are shared, i.e. how yoga aids in stress reduction and healthy aging.
– Yoga breathing techniques for relaxation are offered that can be used in your everyday busy life.

Each session will include a combination of lecture, discussion, and movement. Dress comfortably in clothes you can move in.

Thursdays February 3, 2022 @ 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Price: Drop In $20

Thriving For Life: Cardiometabolic Health Workshop
2022-03-09 - 2022-04-06
The Cardiometabolic Health Workshop is a 4-week disease-specific program involving shared medical appointments.
Enrollees will be supported by the full Thrive team-physicians, nurses, nutritionists, and health coaches- with well-designed, multifaceted programs addressing specific conditions. Patients will be supported through education, functional testing, cooking and nutrition classes, and personalized interventions aimed at prevention and even reversal of the risks surrounding the development of chronic disease.
Cardiometabolic Health
Cardiometabolic health is a term that encompasses cardiovascular and metabolic disturbances including elevated lipids (cholesterol), pre-diabetes, obesity and inflammation.
In the past decade, there have been dramatic rises in chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and heart disease. Cardiometabolic health is multifactorial and affected by a wide range of factors including lifestyle, environment, diet, and genetic and epigenetic factors.
Join the Thrive team for a 4-week specialized program to dive deep into the newest data on cardiometabolic health, including advanced lipid assays, inflammatory markers, and highly effective non-conventional therapies.
Participants will not only learn more about the pathophysiology of cardiometabolic disease, but they will also be privy to some of the newest tests with personalized interpretation and functional interventions to prevent and possibly reverse the onset of chronic disease. Most importantly, participants will be provided the tools to reverse abnormalities and maintain positive changes for life.
Who Should Attend:

Patients with elevated blood cholesterol panels
Patients with prediabetes or elevated fasting metabolic markers
Patient with a family history of cardiometabolic disease
Patients interested in the prevention of cardiometabolic disease

What Does it Include?

Two ½ hour sessions supported by Thrive physicians providing education, recipes and demonstrations, and many tools for long-term success. Each session is coded as a group visit and can be filed with insurance for reimbursement*

Dates of classes: March 9th & March 30th, 6 pm – 7 pm. 30-minute presentation with a cooking demonstration.
Classes will have a virtual option / recorded if you cannot attend.

Participants will receive 15% off recommended supplements, exercise classes & services during the 4-week session.
All participants will be able to perform the comprehensive Boston Heart Lab evaluation for a cost of $250 (an $1800 value). This includes the complete NMR panel, Fatty Acid Balance, Cholesterol Balance, Lp(a) sLDL assessment, HOMA and Insulin Resistance score, C=reactive Protein, Uric Acid, Magnesium, CoQ10, Homocysteine, and inflammatory markers.

Participants will have the opportunity to review privately with one of the physicians if desired for an additional $125.

Additional Handouts and Resources
Included in this program is access to our What Does a Whole Food Plant-Based Diet Look Like Workshop.

Program Highlights:

A New Era of Managing Cardio-Metabolic Disease
Understanding the How and Why of Cardiometabolic Disease Part I
Understanding Cardiometabolic Disease Part II
Advanced Testing for Cardiometabolic Disease / Boston Heart Lab/
Genetic Variations and Risks in Cardiovascular Disease
Interpreting the Your Results and Stratifying the Risks: How to Put Your Results into Action
Dietary Changes in the Management of Cardiometabolic Disease and the Cardiometabolic Diet Recommendations
Cooking Demonstrations Incorporating Cardiometabolic Principles
Non-Pharmaceutical Therapy for Lowering Cholesterol and Blood Sugar – Part I
Non-Pharmaceutical Therapy for Lowering Cholesterol and Blood Sugar – Part II
Your Microbiome and Cardiovascular Disease – The Forgotten Piece of the Puzzle
The Optimal Exercise Prescription to Tackle Cardiometabolic Disease with Demonstrations
Understanding Exercise Biochemistry and Using it to Your Advantage
Hitting the Reset Button: Harnessing the Power of Breathing and Meditation in the Management and Prevention of Disease
Stress Management and Cardiometabolic Disease – The Necessary Therapy to Success
Prescription for Life-Long Management of Cardiometabolic Disease: NO Pharmacy Visit Needed

Cost: $375

20% discount for Thrivers

Pre-Order Workshop

Pre-Order Workshop + Boston Heart Labs

Pre-Order Workshop + Boston Heart & Physician Consult

Qi Gong, Mindfulness Meditation & Acupressure Workshop
2022-03-23 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Qi Gong is a combination of movement, breath techniques, postures + mindfulness meditation.

Or, as Dr. Greenapple likes to refer to it as “Acupuncture without needles”, and “Movement Meditation or Movement Medication”. Qi means life force, vital energy, breath”. Gong means “work and cultivation”. So, Qi Gong can be translated as “vital energy cultivation” or mastering your “vital energy”. It is the integration of all the above.

These simple exercises can have profound effects and literally can make medicine for no cost based on the fact we can alter, enhance or sedate some of the neurotransmitters and hormones responsible for both healing and causing disease states.

With these deliberate and intentful movement patterns, breath work, and present mindful awareness, we can enhance the immune system to help become more coherent and regulate the body’s sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems for better relaxation, healing, sleep, and mental acuity. Qi Gong can help clear toxic energy by purging the body of unhealthy and negative thoughts, emotions, and physical stagnation. It can improve circulation, relieve pain, increase energy and Qi Gong has been called “something that helps you to age radiantly”.

Benefits of Qi Gong

Anti-Aging
Chronic Pain
Insomnia
Stress
Anxiety/Depression
Migraines and Other Headaches
Inflammatory Conditions
Arthritis
Digestive Disorders
Heart Disease
Hormonal Imbalances
Performance Enhancement
And More………..

Join Dr. Greenapple for this informative workshop and learn the Eastern Philosophy and how to keep your body healthy with this ancient yet powerful part of Eastern Medicine and turn on your healer within. This will be a hands-on, movement, breathwork and meditation class with additional self-massage/acupressure points shown for home self/health care.

Space is limited to 15 participants

Date: Wednesday, March 23rd
Time: 6 – 7:30pm
Cost: $30

Cooking For Your Gut
2022-04-27 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Cooking For Your Gut: Dietary Education & Guidance and cooking demonstration
A properly functioning digestive system is critical to overall health & disease prevention. If you are suffering from digestive concerns, seasonal allergies, weight gain, hormonal imbalances, mood disturbances, or an autoimmune disorder, you may have underlying gut inflammation.
It is estimated that nearly 1/4 of us suffer from digestive issues which can directly impact the 70%-80% of your immune system that resides in your digestive tract.
This program will present a functional approach that addresses the 5Rs of gut restoration to restore your gut health.
In this workshop, the Thrive providers are going to break out the toolbox for gut health and share with you some of the most important tasks, diets, and supplements for optimal health.
Details
Date: April 27th, 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Cost: $25
Sign up on MindBody, or call us at 704-390-7150. Space is limited to 25 people

Pilates & Reiki Workshop: Stress Less. Live More
2022-05-21 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Hosted by Diana from Inner Magic Wellness, Escape the stress and rejuvenate in this ultimate self-care workshop designed to escape everyday stress. Don’t let rushing, feeling overwhelmed and busyness take over your life any longer. You’ll go from fatigued to feeling great!

This workshop includes:

Classical Pilates Mat session
Reiki Meditation
Stretching session
Hands-on Reiki healing
Setting intentions through journaling
and a whole lot more!

Cost: $70 (Thriver Discount applies to this workshop)
Date: Saturday, May 21st, 1pm – 3pm
Space is limited, reserve your spot now.

Menu Planning and Kitchen Skills with Chef Joe
2022-09-20 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Join Chef Joe LaPiana on Tuesday, September 20th, from 6 pm to 7:30 pm as he shares professional insights into 30-minute healthy meals and a cooking demo of some of his favorites that he prepares for his family.

Learn how to prepare multiple dinners at one time so that you and your family can eat healthy all week!

This class includes meal tasting with Chef Joe, recipes, and handouts to bring home with you. Learn from one of Thrive’s favorite Chefs!
Date: September 20th
Time: 6pm
Cost: $50
($35 for Thrivers) **
To register: Call our front desk at 704-390-7150, or visit the Mindbody or Thrive app! You can also register via the Mindbody desktop site.
** Thrivers, please call to register to receive your discount or email leeanne@thrivecarolinas.com. Thank you!

Free Workshop: Resetting Your Nervous System
2022-10-13 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Chronic stress has been shown to be one of the greatest contributors to fuel chronic disease. In this one-hour workshop, Erika will teach attendees about the power of the Mind-Body Connection and how you can tap into your own innate abilities to heal to master your nervous system. She will give attendees simple, proven ways to balance the nervous system daily to help lower stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout, and increase feelings of relief naturally.

At the end of this workshop, attendees will know:

How to breathe in such a way to turn on the calming nerves in the body
How to connect their Mind to communicate with problem areas in the body to enhance the mind-body connection to promote healing
How to ground into the body through meditation
The difference between the sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic (rest and digest) operations within our nervous system
How to raise your joy to lower stress
How relationships affect our nervous system, and how to better navigate them to enhance well-being

What to expect:

30 minutes of information on understanding the mind-body connection and how it affects your nervous system and bodily functions.
30 minutes of a mind-body connection exercise workshop where Erika will take you through how to connect with your own energy and reset it.
Attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes.

To register: Call our front desk at 704-390-7150 or visit the Mindbody or Thrive app! You can also register via the Mindbody desktop site.

Hearty Soups, Stocks and Sauces
2022-10-18 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Fall is a time when we are thinking about sweaters and comfort, and there is no better time to look at soups, stocks, and sauces!

Join Chef Joe as we explore incorporating stocks into soups and sauces as a great base for your Fall recipes. There will be a sampling of dishes, and appetizers will be served.

Be prepared to leave with at least 20 new soup, stock and sauce recipes and meal prep ideas to turn one stock, soup and sauce into multiple meals!

To reserve your spot, sign up via the Thrive app or call us at (704) 390-7150!

Thrivers, please call to register and receive your membership discount. Thank you!
Date: October 18th 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Cost: $75 or $50 for Thrivers
NEW PRICE: $50 or $35 for Thrivers!!
Limited to 25 people

Healthy Holiday Cooking
2022-11-15 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
The holiday season can be challenging for those who enjoy food yet want to maintain their healthy habits.

Healthy eating does not mean giving up your holiday favorites or missing out on the season’s enjoyment! Join Chef Joe and the Thrive providers as we share tips to help you stay on track this holiday season. This class will include education, holiday tastings, demonstrations, and delicious recipes to enjoy as our gift to you.
To reserve your spot, register on the Thrive app, or call us
at 704-390-7150, extension 2.
Cost:

General Admission: $60
Thrivers: $40 (please call to register and receive your membership discount)

All registrants will receive a $15 gift card for Thrive purchases just in time for the holidays. Excludes medical services.
Date: 11/15/2022
Time: 6:00 – 7:30pm

Yoga & Learn: Detox your Life + Optimize your Health
2023-01-09 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Join us for our new Yoga + Learn series as we educate and empower your mind and body for 2023!

Join the Thrive physicians and yoga instructor Suzanne Bergen for a collaborative event focusing on detox tips for optimal health and longevity. We’ll begin with a 55-minute yoga class and end with a short discussion with the providers.

All levels are welcome modifications will be offered. Wear your yoga clothes and bring your mat!
Details:
Cost: $30 ($5 discount for annual detox participants ) FREE for Thrivers!
Date: January 9th, 2023
Signup on Mindbody, or call the office 704-390-7150

Upcoming Yoga & Learn Sessions
Heart Health – February 6
Mindfulness & Sleep – March 8

Detox Cooking Class with Chef Joe
2023-01-26 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Skip the trendy cleanse and support your body’s detoxification with delicious food that is not only detoxifying but anti-inflammatory and full of antioxidants.
Join Chef Joe and the Thrive Team for the Detox cooking class and learn about the foods most beneficial to detoxification. There will be tastings, demonstrations, and over 55 detox-friendly recipes presented. You will be surprised at just how healthy clean food can be.
Date: January 26th at 6 pm.
Cost: $60 for general admission and $40 for Thrivers
To reserve your spot, register on the Thrive app, or call us at 704-390-7150, extension 2.

Yoga & Learn: Heart Health
2023-02-06 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Join us for our new Yoga + Learn series as we educate and empower your mind and body for 2023!

Join Dr. Palermo and yoga instructor Suzanne Bergen for a collaborative Heart Centered yoga class followed by the information you cannot afford to miss regarding your heart and long-term risk factors associated with the development of heart disease.

One in every 4 Americans develops heart disease. Yet, many of us still do not have the newest data and recommendations we should implement to avoid going down this path. Learn more about the latest preventative recommendations to give you a roadmap to assessing risks and preventing this deadly disease. We’ll begin with a 55-minute yoga class and end with a short discussion with the providers.

All levels are welcome modifications will be offered. Wear your yoga clothes and bring your mat!
Details:
Cost: $30 – FREE for Thrivers!
Date: February 6th, 2023
Signup on Mindbody, or call the office 704-390-7150

Upcoming Yoga & Learn Sessions
Mindfulness & Sleep – March 8

Heart Healthy Cooking with Chef Joe
2023-02-09 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Looking for the foods that spice up your time in the bedroom?
Well, it turns out that the foods that support heart health are also foods that can spice up your sex life. Grab someone you love and join Chef Joe and the Thrive staff as they break down the relationship between true aphrodisiacs and heart health. The class will provide information, cooking demonstrations and tastings and of course, there will be red wine and chocolate!!!
Date: February 9th at 6 pm.
Cost: $50 for general admission and $35 for Thrivers
To reserve your spot, register on the Thrive app, or call us at 704-390-7150, extension 2.

QI GONG MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & BREATHWORK
2023-02-16 18:00 - 19:15 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
This 4-part series with Dr. Scott Greenapple will delve into the nine phases of cultivating and mastering Qi, or what is known as The 9 Phases of Personal Cultivation. The classes will include Qi Gong (movement meditation), breathwork, eastern philosophy, and mindfulness meditations.
The nine phases are broken up into 3 categories:

Jing: The first class will be on the first phase, “Jing,” or the Earth Phase. This will focus on 3 specific Qi Gong movements focused on the physical body.
Qi: The second class will focus on the heart/mind, emotions, breath, and life force. These movements target the nervous system, thoughts, and emotions and help to create calm in the midst of life’s stressors.
Shen: The third class will focus on the “Shen” (spirit, heaven, universe) phase. This will focus on being and expressing your higher self – learning how to express unconditional love and acceptance.
At-Home: The final class combines these lessons and features at-home treatments like Acupressure, tapping, and meditation.

You may take all the classes or drop into any class, and you do NOT need to start with the first class to gain the benefits. This class is for beginners or those with training as well. Each class will offer some simple yet powerful practices to help you achieve the healthcare and longevity of a healthy life we are looking for. Please wear loose and comfortable clothing.
Dates: 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16 (replacing the 3/2 class date)
Cost: $35 per session or all 4 for $125
Signup on Mindbody, or call the office 704-390-7150

Yoga Nidra workshop
2023-02-18 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Yoga Nidra, also known as yogic sleep, is a powerful meditation and stillness practice.

Think of it like the most restful nap you’ve ever had, but you’re aware the whole time!

Yoga Nidra is rooted in intentional rest in the physical body while keeping your mind active. The meditation guides you through a rotation of sensory perception and visualization exercises. Yoga Nidra is practiced laying down (or however is most comfortable for you) with the support of various props to encourage grounding relaxation.

This workshop is open to everyone! You’ll practice the techniques of Yoga Nidra and learn ways to incorporate them at home.

Yoga Alliance continuing education credits (CEUs) will be provided for yoga teachers and practitioners seeking continuing education.

About the Instructor:
Vivian Selles (she/her) is an experienced registered yoga teacher and Yoga Alliance continuing education provider (ERYT-200/RYT-500/YACEP). Yoga is action, and Vivian cultivates positive change in the yoga community through her practice and teachings. Vivian’s intention as a yoga teacher is to create and hold safer, accessible spaces for all people on their path to liberation.
Vivian combines her extensive education and experiential expertise, teaching yoga philosophy and practices in eating disorder recovery treatment centers and through national/international online training. She also teaches Yoga For Eating Disorders and holds certifications in several modalities, including chair yoga, trauma-informed yoga, and as a Be Body Positive Facilitator.
She obtained her 200-hour certification in 2014 and is currently studying to become a certified yoga therapist. Vivian’s passion is mindful, conscious living of her yoga practice on and off the mat. Follow Vivian on Instagram at @justanotheryogateacher.

Date: 2/18/23
Time: 2:00-3:30p,
Cost: $30 (15% discount for Thrivers)

Yoga and Learn: Mindfulness & Body Talk
2023-03-06 18:00 - 19:15 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Join us for our new Yoga + Learn series as we educate and empower your mind and body for 2023!

Join Erika Shepard, Thrive’s Mind Body Nurse, and yoga instructor Suzanne Bergen for a collaborative Mindful Centered yoga class followed by a conversation of BodyTalk. In this workshop, Erika will teach you how to reconnect and talk to your body to:

+ Release stuck energy and emotions
+ Get guidance on how to heal and support your healing process
+ Form a positive and loving relationship with your body

Research has shown that repressing emotions/energy in our bodies increases the risk of any chronic disease by 30% and the chances of cancer being diagnosed by 70%. Connecting to one’s body is a vital tool to elevate health and wellness. Join us this evening to learn these tools you shouldn’t live without!

We’ll begin with a 55-minute yoga class and end with a short discussion on BodyTalk with Erika. All levels are welcome modifications will be offered. Wear your yoga clothes and bring your mat!

Details:
Cost: $30 – FREE for Thrivers!
Date: March 6th, 2023 6:00p – 7:15p
Signup on Mindbody, or call the office 704-390-7150

The Truth About Gluten: Cooking Demonstration & Lecture
2023-03-21 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Gluten is a common food sensitivity.

The gluten we are currently eating is not what our grandparents ate. Today’s gluten has been hybridized, processed, and saturated
with glyphosate (Roundup), a pesticide commonly used in wheat harvesting. Gluten has been found to negatively impact our gut lining, leading to an immune response that can set us up for systemic inflammation and symptoms. Unfortunately, many gluten-free food options are not always healthy alternatives.
Join Thrive Dietitian Annette Habecker, RD, LDN, and the Thrive team as we review the updated data on gluten and offer some healthy and tasty gluten-free options for some of your favorite foods!
Lecture and Tastings included!
Cost: $25 for lectures, handouts, tastings, and recipes. Thrivers receive their 15% membership discount.
Date: March 21st 6:00p – 7:30p
Register on the Mindbody app, or call 704-390-7150, ext. 2.

Roll & Release Foam Roller Class
2023-03-23 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Always wondered what to do with the foam roller? This class is designed for those curious about the wonders of rolling who need basic instruction to experience the magical release of their fascia.

Lisa Sayega, RN, LMT, NC
Whether you are an athletic performer preparing for or recovering from a race, at your desk all day, or, like most, you want to commit to learning something new that is good for you, then join Myofascial Therapist Lisa Sayega, RN, LMT, NC in this rewarding workshop.

Rollers will not be provided. Please bring one 12″x6″ roller or one 36″x6″ roller. Click on THIS LINK for suggestions on what to purchase!

Date: March 23rd 6p – 7p
Cost: $30 (Thrivers will receive a 15% discount)

Yoga & Learn: Food as Fuel
2023-04-03 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Join Dr. Amy Fletcher and yoga instructor Suzanne Bergen for a collaborative Yoga and Learn to find out what you eat determines the success of your workout.

The food you eat plays a vital role in how you perform and recover. Whether you’re training for a triathlon or walking for exercise, let’s talk about what to put on the menu to give your body what it needs to thrive. We’ll begin with a 55-minute yoga class and end with a short discussion with the providers.

All levels are welcome modifications will be offered. Wear your yoga clothes and bring your mat!

Details:
Cost: $30 FREE for Thrivers!
Date: April 3rd, 2023
Time: 6:00 p – 7:30 p
Signup on Mindbody, or call the office 704-390-7150

Stop Over-Drinking Program
2023-04-06 18:00 - 19:15 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Stop Over-Drinking is a 4 week virtual or in-person program for people who want to change their relationship with alcohol.
In the 4 weeks, you’ll learn to develop a relationship with alcohol that works for you.
Learn skills based on science to follow through and trust in yourself. You’ll also get resources for further exploration and supplement suggestions to help process alcohol better. Best of all, you’ll be equipped with a toolbox of skills that you can use for food and weight loss. Join this program for a nonjudgemental way to reduce alcohol intake and improve your health.

About Leslie Duffy
Leslie is a Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She found Functional Medicine after being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and helping her son overcome debilitating food allergies as he headed to college.
Leslie is trained as a Functional Medicine Practitioner, Health & Habit Coach, and Life Coach. In her business, Sage Life Health, Leslie helps stressed-out, busy people who want to make life and health a priority in a 1:1 coaching program. Leslie is also a patient at Thrive!

Workshop Dates:
In-person: Thurs April 6, 13, 20, 27
Time: 6:00 – 7:15 pm
Cost: $125
Remote (via Zoom): Tues April 4, 11, 18, and 25
Time: 7:00-8:15 pm
Cost: $100
Register on the Mindbody app, or call 704-390-7150, ext. 2. T12 Thrivers receive their 15% membership discount.

💙 Zones Cooking Demonstration & Lecture: Sardinia, Italy
2023-04-18 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
The Search for Health and Longevity brings us to the 💙 Zones-those places around the world with the highest number of centenarians.
These regions focus on food as medicine and lifestyle factors that keep the body and the mind healthy.
Our first stop is Sardinia, Italy.

Join Dr. Palermo and Chef Joe Lapiana as they introduce you to the cuisine and lifestyle of some of the healthiest and happiest people in the world. The presentation, cooking demonstration, tastings, and recipes are all included.
Cost: $30 for lectures, handouts, tastings, and recipes. Thrivers receive their 15% membership discount.
Date: April 18th 6:00p – 7:30p
Register on the Mindbody app, or call 704-390-7150, ext. 2.

Yoga & Learn: Meditation
2023-05-08 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Thrive Multipurpose Room
Join us for Yoga+Learn to learn how to release tension and stress through meditation.
You’ll explore several breathing techniques and guided meditations to practice sitting in stillness. We’ll begin with a 55-minute yoga class and end with a short discussion and meditation with mindfulness teacher, Isabel Shankle. All levels are welcome, and modifications will be offered. Wear your yoga clothes and bring your mat!

Details:
Cost: $30 FREE for Thrivers!
Date: May 8th, 2023
Time: 6:00 p – 7:30 p
Signup on Mindbody, or call the office at 704-390-7150
