What is the Charlotte Conscious Dance Community? We are a collaborative of 5 movement and dance facilitators dedicated to bringing you movement and dance experiences designed to connect you with your heart, body and soul.  We gather and unite people with bodies that are longing to move, minds ready to share, feelings open to nurturing and spirits eager to explore through movement and expression! We facilitate conscious, expressive, transformative and ecstatic dance classes, workshops and Nia J …

Ever wish you could get paid to lose those extra pounds? Well here's your chance. No Xcuses Just Results presents Lose to Win, a monthly fitness challenge where you will “compete” against others in a group exercise setting for a chance to win money. Weigh-ins are the first Saturday of every month. You must attend at least half of the sessions in each month to be eligible for the prize. The winner will be announced the first Saturday of the following month and will receive the prize money at that …

Love, Pride, Unity - Dragon Boating Have you ever wondered what dragon boating is all about? See us in the competition mode: Charlotte Fury, the competitive racing team of Charlotte Dragon Boat Association, in the Atlanta dragon boat race: Charlotte Dragon Boat Association invites all meetup folks to come and try it out. No experience is necessary. All age groups (15+) and fitness levels are welcome and we provide all the gear. You just need to wear workout clothes that can get splashed on, a …

Who are we? In the fall of 2010 the Extreme Obstacle Course Runners, E.O.C.R., was established as an obstacle course training program. The program was developed to give all athletic levels (couch potato to super athlete), the practical experience, training and knowledge into effectively negotiating an obstacle course race without fear (or to reduce the feeling of fear). What is an obstacle race? An obstacle race is a series of challenging physical stations, meant for fun for the average, the ath …

Join us for enjoyable cycling in the Charlotte area: great rides, great people, nice places, fitness and fun. We mountain bike and road ride any day of the week at various locations around the city and the surrounding area. Please be advised that cycling can sometimes be a dangerous sport and you are solely responsible for your own safety. Helmets are mandatory and other protective gear, such as glasses and gloves, are highly recommended. See discussion area for more info on the group and cyclin …

Ready to make some simple changes for lifelong health? Whether you're just getting started on a healthy eating path or have been on the road to wellness for years, we've got something for you. Join us for book clubs, movie screenings, lectures, yoga and fitness classes, healthy cooking classes, tastings, support groups, healthy happy hours, and much more right here at your neighborhood Whole Foods Market.

We are the Charlotte Area Holistic Network that represents spiritual, physical, mental and emotional wellness. We believe in holistic wellness a way of life. Members may be just learning about what holistic living looks like to them (and the path is different for everyone), or you may have been involved with health products/services, fitness, nutrition, eco-friendly, personal growth, healing or faith works for some time. We welcome anyone who wants to enhance their journey on the path of LIFE. M …

This group is for adventurous men and women who are enthusiastic about getting outdoors and playing disc golf. Skill level and experience are not important, if you are a fun-loving and outdoorsy person, you will fit right in. We schedule day trips and weekend excursions for the purpose exploring this great nation of ours and playing a bunch of disc golf. We also schedule several local rounds of disc golf during the week at any/all of the area's many disc golf courses. On our weekend adventures w …

This group is for all those interested in exploring the wonderful practice of SoulCollage®. It is a powerful and fun healing technique involving intuition, imagination and imagery based on the written works by Seena B. Frost. If you are a trained SoulCollage® Facilitator in the Charlotte, NC area and would like to include your class listings for this meetup group, please contact Nancy Bunt - 704.996.4079 or nancy@areikilife.com.  I have setup SoulCollage® Charlotte to help spead the word about t …

"Slow and Steady wins the race" The Tortoise from Aesops Fables The Tortoise and the Hare. A running group for people who run 9.5 to 11.5 minute pace with occassional walk breaks. Interested in running during the day (between 9am and 2pm) in the Myers Park area. All ages, male or female. Let's pick a day and time to get started. Maybe expand into more days. Maybe train for half marathon, but generally 3-6 mile runs.

Calling all moms who need a buddy to keep them motivated and work toward a healthier lifestyle. Let's get together early in the morning, before the kids get up, before the sun rises, and take some time for ourselves and get healthy together. We'll start at any pace, we'll just keep moving. Most importantly, we will have fun, laugh and do this together.

Sports, sports, sports, ... Any questions? Mecklenburg Athletic Club has been formed to bring people together through their love of sports. Our goal is to provide an avenue for you to explore the sports you know and try out the ones you don't. Our intention is to have both pick-up games and league teams for all major sports and any other sport. With your participation we will be able to gain sponsorships to help fund all our programs and allow you to play with minimal financial investment. Also …

Welcome to the largest running club in the Charlotte area! Come join us for one of our group runs, both on the road and on trails, because it's a lot easier to run when running  with others!  We have runners of all levels and experience, from ultra-marathoners to those just starting out and trying to make it past those first couple of miles...(ug). With over 11 weekly runs we strive to have a time and place that works with your schedule and training level. Be sure to bring your sense of adventur …

Rogue Dames is hiking club for all women. The Dames are a group of women who are looking for an adventure in a positive and encouraging atmosphere.  We hike slowly, enjoying each others company, because we know it's not a race, it's about enjoying the outdoors.  And when we reach the top of every mountain, you will find us cheering, high fiving, and clapping for each other. We have hiking for all levels!  Beginner hikes, moderate hikes, and more advanced hikes.  We offer all levels of backpackin …

Welcome to Women of Color, a Networking and Friendship Meetup in the Charlotte area. As history has shown us, Women of Color often face challenges both professionally and personally that sometimes only we can understand. This group is a social arena in which we can discuss, vent and laugh about the many trials and tribulations we face as Women of Color. What makes a Woman of Color? We have no definition of color; Women of Color know who they are by virtue of their experiences. All nationalities …

If you think it's hard to meet new people, try picking up the wrong golf ball! --Jack Lemmon Single golfers...make it easy...come play a round with the Charlotte Singles Golf Association (CSGA). We're about golf, fun, meeting new people...and definitely enjoying the 19th hole! We golf virtually every weekend all year round at area courses.   Typically, we play golf at somewhat reduced special CSGA rates. Ours is a social brand of golf but we have a competitive streak, too (we're best suited to …

This group is designed to have fun and meet other moms who are into organics, nursing, baby wearing, attachment style parenting, and doing our individual best for our sweet little ones! Whether you are a new mom interested in learning more or are a seasoned Mom, you will fit in well. We will have monthly meetings, as well as play group events and Just for Moms events. Moms-to-be, new moms, or moms of school age children are all welcome. i hope this group is inspiring and helps parents deepen the …

OUTDOOR CLUB SOUTH is the largest, most active & fun outdoor club in the South!  Our members love to hike, bike and paddle throughout the beautiful South and beyond. Our members are fun, friendly and active!  We have a wide variety of events for all ages and experience levels. Are you ready to explore the beautiful South and make new friends?  Join Us on an outdoor adventure soon!

This group is dedicated to connecting and empowering Single Mothers in the local Charlotte area! As Single Mothers, we face many challenges when it comes to raising our children. But who said you had to do it alone? With over 13 million single mothers in the US, there is a lack of resources available to us! Let's start a movement! This group will be dedicated to providing Single Mothers with: * Counseling Services- from local lawyers, psychologists, pastors, financial consultants,social worke …

Learn Laughter Yoga People who laugh and meditate live healthy and happy life Events on Every Other Saturday Session Include: Laughter Yoga Exercises Breathing Techniques Mindful Meditation Meet with Happy People and How to  Smile for healthy heart Laughter Yoga has countless physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits. You'll learn simple and fun group yoga exercises for good health and happiness Soliciting Donation of $ 10.00 each Your tax-deductible contribution proceeds are donated to …

belle noun 1.a woman or girl admired for her beauty and charm. 2.the most beautiful, charming, or engaging woman or girl among a number: the belle of the ball.This is a group for the girl who loves to have fun... for the motivated, ambitious woman... for the beautiful and admired belle. Whether you are new to Charlotte or have been here for years, if you are looking to join a group of young ladies between the ages of 21-30 who want to make the most out of living in the QC, then this is your g …

LadySafe Society is an all-female group that meets the first Saturday of each month. Self-defense topics are discussed with guest instructors and the techniques are introduced during a very light workout. The Society is intended for women who are serious about their self-defense and interested in exploring options to that end.

Breathe. Love. Move. Eat is a Wellness program that focuses on using the love and excitement of our daily lives as our primary source of energy. The program focuses using the fundamental theory of positive psychology, compassionate goal setting and guilt free wellness techniques to guide people on their journey towards optimal living.  We will also incorporate some simple ways to improve one’s nutrition and physical health.  The program will include activities such as: Guest speaker lectures Co …

Hi, I am Lainie, the founder of the Charlotte Cooking Chicks. I created this group for women to cook, enjoy wine and get together. I founded and ran a similar group in Virginia called The Roanoke Cooking Chicks - I just moved to the area in January and I'm excited to start a similar group here. We have themed events at different members' homes and we'll all bring dishes or wines to fit the theme. It doesn’t have to be fancy, and you don’t have to be a great cook to join. The group can evolve as …

We are a group of Moms on a Mission! We love to get together with our kids for play dates and monthly Moms Night Out. This playgroup originally started as part of Fit4Mom/Stroller Strides Charlotte but all Moms are welcome!! Whether you are a first time Mom or a seasoned Mom, we would love to have you join us. Being a Mom is the most important job you will ever do and being part of a  great group of Moms is so helpful! We meet a few times a month for playgroup. Our playgroups are fun for the kid …

This group is created specifically for those who have been wanting to get together and network, but need to meetup in the morning on weekdays (11AM-1PM) due to their PM work schedule. Maybe you are looking to Start off on the journey of starting your own business, but just haven't been able to shake the right hands and meet the people needed to help keep you motivated and equip you with the knowledge. Maybe you already on your own business, but find yourself tied up most evenings and can't netwo …

Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances. According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego: “When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends’ friends, and his frien …