Community Events at Sweat Equity

During this 90-minute SOMA Breath experience, we allow emotions, energy, and insight to move through the body naturally—guided by the breath, music, and awareness. We begin with gentle movement and free-form dance, led by amazing music rather than instruction. There is no choreography and no pressure, only permission to move in whatever way feels natural and true for you, it is a journey inward, guided by the heart.

You will then be introduced to the practice of humming, a powerful yet simple technique that helps release stored tension, calm the nervous system, and bring the body into balance. Together, we will practice this technique as a way to let go of what no longer serves us and create space for clarity and renewal, not discovering a new you, but a true you from your heart.

The experience continues with a guided intention, followed by a deep meditation and relaxation, allowing the body and mind to fully integrate the practice and rest in a state of calm, presence, and self-love.
*** We will serve ‘Kusi tea’ and lemon/mint infused water.

SOMA Breath is a science-informed breathwork practice that uses rhythmic breathing, breath retention, and music to influence the nervous system and brain activity, promoting emotional regulation, stress reduction, and cognitive clarity.

Studies conducted in collaboration with Cambridge University have demonstrated measurable changes in brainwave patterns and positive shifts in mood and mental state associated with the practice.

About Your Host
Sonia Hitchcock is a meditation teacher and certified SOMA Breath instructor, with a deep understanding of self-healing and personal transformation. Through years of international living and study, she blends wellness, spirituality, nutrition, and holistic practices to support her clients. Some of them are cancer survivors and rehabilitation clients.

Some of the many benefits that SOMA Breath offers:

• Stimulates creativity and memory
• Balances emotions
• Reduces Blood Pressure and Stress
• Promotes Weight Loss
• Reduces Symptoms of Depression
• Increases Vagus Nerve Activity
• Increases quality and depth of sleep.

Contraindications
Your safety is our priority. Please consult with your doctor first if you are currentlyexperiencing any of the following:

• Severe/critical diseases or infections
• COPD-II and COPD-III
• Organ failure
• Cardiovascular problems (including high or low blood pressure, arrhythmia, history
• of heart attacks).
• Epilepsy - seizures
• A pacemaker
• Severe asthma
• Recent major surgeries or physical injuries
• Pregnancy

*This event is donation-based with a suggested donation of $25 per person. Payment can be made at the event in cash, Venmo or CashApp
*Sunday, February 15, 2026 - 4:30pm to 6:00pm
*Arrive at 4:15pm for a 4:30pm start time
*Please bring your own yoga mat. We have a limited number at the studio to use if someone doesn't have one
*Hosted by Sonia Hitchcock
*Parking is available in a dedicated lot behind the studio! There is also parking on the side streets in the King William neighborhood.