Hip Hop Kettlebell - Spring Session II
2024-04-18 18:00 - 18:45 UTC | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Hip Hop Kettlebell!
We will be offering Hip Hop Kettlebell Session 2 beginning Thursday, March 14, 2024.
This is a 6-week session class that requires pre-registration for the entire 6 weeks. (The reason for this is to teach progression steps to prevent injury and provide the best experience for all participants, while also building community.)

Thursday, March 14
Thursday, March 21
Thursday, March 28
Thursday, April 4
Thursday April 11
Thursday, April 18

There are 12 slots available. $100/6 weeks. Two scholarships available per session.
Hip Hop Kettlebell will embody movement in addition to utilization of the kettlebell.

What: Hip Hop Kettlebell Spring Session #2
When: Thursdays at 6PM-6:45PM, beginning March 14, 2024
Where: Rootead Studio 505 E. Kalamazoo Ave. 49007
Why: Provide further healing through movement and building community.
Facilitated by Rootead Staff

REGISTER HERE

West African Dance w/Heather
2024-04-18 19:00 - 19:45, 2024-05-02 19:00 - 19:45 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for a 4-week session of West African Dance!
During these 45-minute classes, Heather Mitchell will guide you through joyful West African rhythms.
These classes will be 7:00 – 7:45 PM on Thursdays the following dates:

April 4
April 11
April 18
May 2

This is an adult-only class.
Cost: $50 for all 4 weeks. Drop-ins are welcome for $15/class.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
For any questions, please email coco@rootead.org

Speak Freely Fridays - Men + Masc Folx
2024-04-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Speak Freely Fridays!
Friday, April 19th will be led by Calvin Ruff.
Speak Freely Fridays are a Community Healing program. These are healing groups that are facilitated by a therapist from the Black & Brown Therapy Collective.
Third Fridays are Speak Freely Fridays for Men & Masc folx.
Folks who attend the BBTC led Speak Freely Fridays will receive a gift pack & $10 gift card after they attend. Registration is required to ensure we have gift packs and gift cards for each participant.
REGISTER HERE

Rootead in Youth - Spring Session
2024-04-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Rootead in Youth (RIY) is a program for children ages 2 – 8 years old that includes instruction on movement, songs, rhythms, and storytelling centering on the African Diaspora.
RIY Spring Session 2024 will be Saturdays: March 23, March 30, April 6, April 20, April 27
The schedule for each RIY Saturday is:

10:00am – 10:30am: 2 – 3 year olds
10:45am – 11:15am: 4 – 5 year olds
11:30am – 12:00pm: 6 – 8 year olds

DROP-INS WELCOME FOR $15
The cost for this program is $65. Scholarships are available. REGISTER HERE
Please email will@rootead.org with any questions.

Yoga with Kama
2024-04-24 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-05-01 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-05-08 08:00 - 09:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Yoga with Kama!
Start your day with a very accessible yoga practice which will include asanas (poses), pranayama (breathwork), guided meditation and nervous system reset led by Kama Tai Mitchell.
The six-week course will be Wednesday mornings, 8:00AM – 9:00AM at Rootead’s studio.

The schedule is:

Wednesday, April 3
Wednesday, April 10
Wednesday, April 17
Wednesday, April 24
Wednesday, May 1
Wednesday, May 8

The class is open to everyone, and there are five full scholarships for Black women.
When: Wednesdays from 8 AM – 9 AM beginning April 3rd
Where: Rootead Studio
Cost: $100
REGISTER HERE

For questions, please email: coco@rootead.org

Village Playdate
2024-04-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Are you and your little(s) looking for a fun place to learn and play that focuses on inclusivity and community? Come join the village!
???? Village Playdates are weekly drop-ins with story time and activities to participate in at no cost.

Village Playdates will be every Wednesday from 10 AM – 11 AM at Rootead’s studio.

Hip Hop Kettlebell - Spring Session III
2024-04-25 18:00 - 18:45, 2024-05-02 18:00 - 18:45, 2024-05-09 18:00 - 18:45, 2024-05-16 18:00 - 18:45, 2024-05-23 18:00 - 18:45 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Hip Hop Kettlebell!
We will be offering Hip Hop Kettlebell Session 3 beginning Thursday, April 25, 2024.
This is a 6-week session class that requires pre-registration for the entire 6 weeks. (The reason for this is to teach progression steps to prevent injury and provide the best experience for all participants, while also building community.)
Dates are:

Thursday, April 25
Thursday, May 2
Thursday, May 9
Thursday, May 16
Thursday, May 23
Thursday, May 30

There are 12 slots available. $100/6 weeks. Two scholarships available per session.
Hip Hop Kettlebell will embody movement in addition to utilization of the kettlebell.

What: Hip Hop Kettlebell Spring Session #3
When: Thursdays at 6PM-6:45PM, beginning April 25, 2024
Where: Rootead Studio 505 E. Kalamazoo Ave. 49007
Why: Provide further healing through movement and building community.
Facilitated by Rootead Staff

REGISTER HERE

Grief Circle
2024-04-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Grief Circle
If you are experiencing grief, we welcome you to our monthly Grief Circles held 4th Saturdays, 10:00AM – 12:00PM and facilitated by Rootead Staff.
These healing circles are intentional, brave & supportive spaces that offer community support and tools for processing grief.
The group agreements include confidentiality, radical acceptance, and compassion. Everyone is welcome to share to their comfort level, and we honor all paths to healing.
Our Grief Circles are offered at no charge, but we welcome donations to help cover the cost of doing this work.
REGISTER FOR GRIEF CIRCLE HERE

When: Saturday April 27th, 10 AM -noon
Where: Rootead Studio

What is grief?
Grief is the experience of coping with loss. Grief can accompany any event that disrupts or challenges our sense of normalcy or ourselves. This includes the loss of connections that define us. You may grieve the loss of:

A loved one.
A marriage, friendship or another form of kinship.
Your home, neighborhood or community.
Your job or career.
Financial stability.
A dream or goal.
Good health.
Your youth.
Fertility.
Your own loss of life as you prepare for death.

[Taken from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24787-grief]

Baby Café Open House
2024-05-09 16:30 - 18:30 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
You’re Invited to Our Grand Opening/Open House for our Baby Café!
Thursday, May 9th from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM

We are thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to you for the grand opening of the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead, located right here in Kalamazoo, Michigan. As a valued member of our community, we know your presence would enrich this exciting occasion!
Our weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge, receive unwavering support, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported.

Your presence at the grand opening celebration would not only honor us but also contribute to the collective effort of fostering a community of care and support for mothers and their little ones!

Date: May 9, 2024
Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm, Open House
Location: Rootead Enrichment Center, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Yoga with Kama
2024-05-15 08:00 - 09:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Yoga with Kama!
Start your day with a very accessible yoga practice which will include asanas (poses), pranayama (breathwork), guided meditation and nervous system reset led by Kama Tai Mitchell. This class is for those with yoga experience.
Join us for this drop-in session Wednesday morning, May 15th from 8:00AM – 9:00AM at Rootead’s studio.

When: Wednesday, May 15th from 8 AM – 9 AM
Where: Rootead Studio
Drop-In Cost: $20
For drop-ins, payments with cash, check, or ePay (CashApp, PayPal, and Venmo) are preferred, please.

For questions, please email: coco@rootead.org

Baby Café
2024-05-16 16:30 - 18:30 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Announcing our new Baby Café at Rootead!
Thursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM
Our weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge, receive unwavering support, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empoweredand supported.
The Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

Date: Weekly on Thursdays
Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Location: Rootead Enrichment Center, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Yoga with Kama
2024-05-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Yoga with Kama!
Start your day with a very accessible yoga practice which will include asanas (poses), pranayama (breathwork), guided meditation and nervous system reset led by Kama Tai Mitchell. This class is for those with yoga experience.
Join us for this drop-in session Friday morning, May 15th from 9:00AM – 10:00AM at Rootead’s studio.

When: Friday, May 17th from 9 AM – 10 AM
Where: Rootead Studio
Drop-In Cost: $20
For drop-ins, payments with cash, check, or ePay (CashApp, PayPal, and Venmo) are preferred, please.

For questions, please email: coco@rootead.org

Roots of Liberation Training
2024-05-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Roots of Liberation: A 6-month cohort immersion to gain tools of liberation for people of the global majority.

At the completion of the 6-month cohort you will have more knowledge of self, your purpose, passion, and gifts. You will gather tools for nervous system regulation and liberation. You will be able to ripple out your learnings to your family, friends and colleagues. You will also receive a certification upon completion of this course.

Topics we will cover:

Ancestral healing – to disrupt generational burdens, health issues and cultural harms.
African based somatic experiencing – trauma release movements and flows
Neuro-physio-biology – understanding the mind, body and nature connection.
Anatomy – understand the functions of the nervous system, muscular system and endocrine system.
Animism – learning about the ancient teachings of nature.
8 limbs of yoga – understand the depth and science (not just the poses!)
Alchemy/Energy – learn the techniques of quantum mechanics and elemental resourcing.
Geomancy – learning how to set up environments to support your system.
Rest & Healing – understanding how rest is productive and the antidote to colonization.

Scheduling Format:
We will meet for 6 weekends with some self-led work in between each gathering. The schedule will be:

Virtual: Fridays, 5:00pm – 8:00pm
In person: Saturdays, 10:00am – 5:00pm & Sundays, 10:00am – 3:00pm

Meeting Dates & Subject Outline:
January 12, 13, 14 – Identity; Who are you? Where do you come from?
February 9, 10, 11 – Geomancy & Animism
March 15, 16, 17 – Anatomy & Neurophysiobiology
April 12, 13, 14 – Alchemy & Energy
May 17, 18, 19 – African somatics & The 8 Limbs of Yoga
June 21, 22, 23 – Rest & Healing

Financials:
We are a grassroots organization committed to access and reducing barriers to liberation, yet we still need to keep the lights on. This course’s value is $3,000, and a fee of $300 will be due to reserve your space. To make the course more accessible to our community, we offer payment plans and scholarships for the remaining $2,700.
The scholarship form can be found here: SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Your investment is self-determined, so choose the scholarship amount that works for your livelihood. If that is still unattainable for you, please email coco@rootead.org to discuss other options.
Roots of Liberation application link: APPLY HERE

Roots of Liberation Training
2024-05-18 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007

Yoga with Kama
2024-05-22 08:00 - 09:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Yoga with Kama!
Start your day with a very accessible yoga practice which will include asanas (poses), pranayama (breathwork), guided meditation and nervous system reset led by Kama Tai Mitchell.
This class is for those experienced with yoga.
The six-week course will be Wednesday mornings, 8:00AM – 9:00AM at Rootead’s studio.
The schedule is:

Wednesday, May 22
Wednesday, May 29
Wednesday, June 5
Wednesday, June 12
Wednesday, June 19
Wednesday, June 26

The cost of this yoga six-week session is $100. Drop-ins welcome at $20/class.

When: Wednesdays starting May 22 from 8 AM – 9 AM
Where: Rootead Studio
6-Week Cost: $100 / Drop-In Per Session Cost: $20
For drop-ins, payments with cash, check, or ePay (CashApp, PayPal, and Venmo) are preferred, please.

For questions, please email: coco@rootead.org

Baby Café
2024-05-23 16:30 - 18:30 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Announcing our new Baby Café at Rootead!
Thursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM
Our weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge, receive unwavering support, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported.
The Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

Date: Weekly on Thursdays
Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Location: Rootead Enrichment Center, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Yoga with Kama
2024-05-24 09:00 - 10:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Yoga with Kama!
Start your day with a very accessible yoga practice which will include asanas (poses), pranayama (breathwork), guided meditation and nervous system reset led by Kama Tai Mitchell.
This class is for those experienced with yoga.
The six-week course will be Friday mornings, 9:00AM – 10:00AM at Rootead’s studio.
The schedule is:

Friday, May 24
Friday, May 31
Friday, June 7
Friday, June 14
Friday, June 21
Friday, June 28

Six-week Session Cost: $100 / Drop-In Per Session Cost: $20

When: Fridays beginning May 24 from 9 AM – 10 AM
Where: Rootead Studio
Six-week Session Cost: $100 / Drop-In Per Session Cost: $20
For drop-ins, payments with cash, check, or ePay (CashApp, PayPal, and Venmo) are preferred, please.

For questions, please email: coco@rootead.org
