we know, wellness spaces can be intimidating —
woo-woo was founded in the central eastside of portland in january 2023 with the intention to create a new kind of wellness experience — one that centers both community and accessibility.
our offerings focus on restorative modalities that allow you to drop into your body in meaningful and sustainable ways + OUR CLASSES ARE DESIGNED TO BE WARM, WELCOMING, FUN, AND APPROPRIATE FOR ALL LEVELS. we have an ongoing weekly schedule that features meditation, movement, and breathwork, in addition to a rotating calendar of workshops that center well-being.
at the core of our space lies the belief that all identities, all bodies, and all budgets deserve access to well-being — that’s why all our weekly drop-in classes are, and always will be, pay-what-you-can. plus, all mats + cushions + props are provided free of charge.
as stewards of ancient practices, we take seriously the honor and privilege of learning and passing on these healing traditions and offer our deepest reverence for the original holders of this wisdom.
woo-woo?
yes, we’re aware — our name might skew a little controversial, but hear us out.
the term woo-woo is said to have come about in the late twentieth century, originating from the sound a ghost makes; maybe you’ve heard it used in air quotes, or as slang to insult or imply that something is “new age” or “pseudoscience.”
as a new generation of wellness spaces emerge built on well-being, reciprocity, inclusion, and integrity, our name is intended to be a reclamation from those who disparage ancient wisdom in this way.
to be clear: the traditions of yoga & mindfulness offer us some of the oldest science known to humanity. they have been colonized, appropriated, and watered down within a “wellness” industry that excludes & profits off ancient practices without rightful acknowledgment of lineage and tradition.
woo-woo aims to re-contextualize these practices by keeping them connected to their spiritual core + ensuring they are available to all regardless of income or ability.