Individuality

By encouraging ourselves and each other to radically and authentically own, embrace and share our uniqueness, in concept and practice, we can cultivate deeper acceptance and freedom within and around us. We reject the oppressive and damaging notions of homogenous beauty, success and worth, as prescribed by society, and celebrate the many identities, skin tones, shapes, backgrounds, beliefs and goals that make each of us who we are.

Growth

We are committed to our vision that growth unfolds when we hold ourselves accountable to honest personal and collective introspection and dialogue. Growth is vulnerable and edgy, and it is the place where profound beauty blossoms and impactful change emerges. We support everyone, especially underrepresented voices and communities, in their expression and efforts towards individual and community transformation, on and off the mat.

Truth

We uphold the infinite truth that lives within us all. By constantly asking ourselves and each other pointed questions and engaging deeply with the answers on and off the mat, we are better equipped to traverse this wild thing called life. We acknowledge and respect the universal connection to truth for all people of all experiences, identities, and backgrounds.

Creativity

We all have different ways of transforming our internal landscape into a tangible expression of a lived experience. Creativity, including movement and writing, offers an outlet, a means to connect and collaborate, a beauty that is welcomed, and a language for conversations that can often be challenging to open.

Vulnerability

As humans, we are full spectrum beings. When we are transparent about our real experiences, we are able to be more present with ourselves and others. We connect and have the opportunity to remember innate wholeness in the raw space. We reject the idea of a hierarchy of emotions, and believe in the reality of a layered human existence. We recognize that honest sharing requires a tremendous and varied amount of risk and bravery, depending on a person’s identity and location, and work to offer a brave space for raw, vulnerable exchange for all.