The Big 'Pause: An afternoon of empowerment for women of all ages

Join us for an afternoon of movement, knowledge and connection.

Spark Cycling and Union + Co are thrilled to bring back The Big 'Pause!

Perimenopause and menopause are having a moment and we're here to cut through some of the noise. This year's workshop includes:

• Intentional movement in the form of a 45 minute barre-lates class led by our very own Liz Rancourt-Smith (think feel-good fusion of barre, pilates, and yoga)
• A panel of local experts who will demystify perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopausal life lead by Morgan Miller, owner of Soft Corner Midwifery and co-author of The Cycle Book, Dr. Jenn Gelfand, owner of Root to Rise Physical Therapy, and Amy Brown, Family Nurse Practitioner and Owner of Mainely NP Primary Care
• A lesson in pelvic floor physical therapy, important for everyone! (yes, even if you haven't delivered a baby 🤰🏼)
• Light bites courtesy of Elyse Dana, owner of Iris Eats Maine (celiac safe and dairy free options available)
• Option to stay after the programming to enjoy a mocktail or glass of prosecco

It cannot be stressed enough that everyone is welcome. Never taken a barre class before? There will be modifications. Perimenopause a foreign word to you, or already living that post-menopausal life? You will most certainly learn something either way. Not a woman? Great! Come learn how changes in the female body and hormonal changes affect us as we age. If you attended last year and are wondering if it's worth going again, we feel positive you'll get just as much (or more!) out of it this time around.

Our goal is to foster connection in a shared experience that often feels lonely, anxiety-ridden, and painful, both emotionally and physically. We hope that bringing together leaders in our community will help spread knowledge, and empower everyone who joins.

🎟️ $60

🎟️ $50 for Spark Cycling & Union + Co Members

We have space for 50 participants, tickets are nonrefundable once purchased.