POWERHOUSE + PURPOSE by Briana Vela and Vanessa Jeanette Rodriguez

Saturday, November 7, 12-2:30p

Sliding scale donation from $15-35

Join us for an afternoon centered in intention setting, movement, reflection, and connection. This wellness gathering is a community invitation to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and make space for your whole self through grounding, movement and reflection. Our intention is to move with purpose, reflect with compassion, reconnect with ourselves, and experience wellness in community.

Curated and guided by Briana M. Vela, Certified Pilates Mat and Reformer Instructor, and Vanessa Jeanette Rodriguez, Associate Social Worker.  

Come as you are. Move at your own pace, honor your body, and take what you need from the experience.

No Pilates experience necessary. All bodies and experience levels are welcome.

No one is turned away for lack of funds; if needed, please reach out to m@michellethomasfineart.com for a comped ticket.

The event will be held at Michelle Thomas Fine Art Gallery + Studio: 40 29th St, San Francisco 94110.

ADA Note: Attendees must descend one flight of stairs to access The Studio.

All sales final.

Briana M. Vela (She/Her/Ella)  is a classical style Pilates instructor - Certified Comprehensive Mat and Reformer. Specializing in core strength, postural alignment, and mindful movement while creating  empowering sessions tailored to every body type. She is honored to make her group fitness debut with you this 7th of November.  When she isn’t coaching she is trying new recipes, hiking an urban trail, attending a live music show, checking out an exhibit or planning her next trip.

Vanessa Jeanette Rodriguez (She/Her/Ella) is an Associate Social Worker completing her clinical hours toward LCSW licensure as a psychotherapist supporting children, youth, and families across San Francisco. Grounded in community, lived experience, and a belief in the power of resilience, she creates spaces where people can feel seen, supported, connected, and empowered. She is honored to walk alongside others through life’s challenges while witnessing their growth, strength, and possibility.