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Welcome! Beat the Blues exists to provide nature hikes, campfire gatherings, weekend adventures, group travel, & other unique events for those who want to have new experiences and meet similar positive minded people doing the same.
Iām Michael. A few years back I found myself feeling isolated & trapped indoors during the pandemic. Taking accountability, I became passionate about meditation, fitness, personal growth, and other wellness practices. As a result, I discovered the importance of nature for my wellbeing, as well as pushing the limits of my comfort zone. This has led to interests in primitive camping, backpacking, and traveling to serene locations all over the country.
My desire is to bring people together to live fearlessly and authentic. We will provide fun & adventurous activities that push self-limitations, promote mindfulness, and bring us in touch with our true selves in order to raise our vibe for the greatest good. So, if you're feeling apprehensive about joining us, rest assured you will meet a wonderful, welcoming group of diversified participants that will quickly make you feel right at home!
Please join our community initiative of beating the blues and raising inner wellness at our next event or message me with any questions you may have!
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Learn to Unicycle! (Butler Wobble)
Butler YMCA, 339 N Washington St, Butler, PA, USJoin us at the Butler YMCA to learn to ride a unicycle! Repeats every Saturday except for the last Saturday of the month into March. Unicycles of all sizes provided, bring your own helmet (bicycle or skate). Free and no YMCA membership required. You must fill out a waiver and provide ID.
Anyone can learn with enough practice. Start by riding along with a hand on the bleachers, gradually gain confidence as your brain learns to balance on all axes. Most people take 2 or 3 sessions to be able to get off of the bleachers, and a few more to ride a loop around the gym. Feel like you are about to fall? Simply lean forward and step off the unicycle and let it fall to the ground behind you.
Learning works best if you can join every week or every other week to get consistent practice. In addition to the time it takes for the brain to learn, there is a moment of letting go required to get away from the bleachers.
The Butler Wobble has a great track record, only injuries after running for years are things like a splinter from finding a rough spot on the bleachers. That being said, this is a ride at your own risk event and you must sign a waver with the Y the first time you join.
More experienced riders also welcome. Learn to shoot baskets from a unicycle and get tips from experts!
Kids also welcome with adult supervision (smaller unicycles will be available). Generally more appropriate for 8+, but if you have a younger kid that is peddle biking and likes to try new things, may be worth a try. Kids as young as 5 have learned successfully. Keep in mind that the space is reserved for unicycling - not running around and playing.
Note: I am posting this every other week based on my own schedule, but you are welcome to attend in between week (just remember last Saturday of the month there is no event).
To attend, please register for the class ahead of time. This is a free process and only needs to be done once per season:
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Ice Skate at North Park Ice Rink and Restaurant After-gathering
North Park Ice Rink, 1200 Pearce Mill Rd, Wexford, PA, USCome join us as we skate outdoors at North Park!
Skating session time: 7:30-9:30pm
Tickets: Are the responsibility of the participant to purchase and can be purchased at the link below.
Venue website: Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks | North Park & South Park | Allegheny County Parks
Prices:
Adults - $5 ($6 non-resident)
Skate Rentals - $2 ($3) ...or bring your own skates.
All participants skate at their own risk. Message or comment with any questions.
After-gathering with food and drinks at Mineo's Pizza on Wildwood Road.20 attendees
Past events
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