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Monthly Events
An Invitation to Come Home to Yourself.
Welcome to the Sankofa Events page.
At Sankofa, every month is an invitation to come hOMe to yourself. Each month, we curate intentional events that nourish the mind, body, and spirit — from yoga and movement to mindfulness and connection.
Spotlight Classes are special, limited-time offerings created to invite deeper focus, seasonal intention, and experiences that feel a little different from our regular weekly classes. These classes give us space to slow down, explore a specific theme, and gather with intention—meeting the moment we’re in, together.
With care,
The Sankofa Team
Special Offerings
Take It Outside
Series
This season at Sankofa, we’re stepping beyond the walls of the studio and into something just as essential—nature, movement, and community. We’re introducing our Take It Outside Series.
SANKOFA WALK CLUB**
We're stepping outside for a weekly walk designed to help you reset in the middle of your week.
We’ll gather at Sankofa, head out for a 45-minute walk, and return to the studio. No pace to keep up with—just a simple, consistent way to move your body and be in community.
Pull up after work. Bring a friend or come solo. Either way, set aside the time for you.
Led by Coach Vaz, an avid walker, outdoor enthusiast, and Sankofa instructor, this weekly Wednesday gathering meets at 6 PM and begins and ends at Sankofa.
This is an 8-part series, meeting weekly on Wednesdays at 6PM from May 13 to July 1, 2026.
MINDFUL OUTDOORS: NATURE WALK/HIKE**
Mindful Outdoors: Nature Walks + Hikes is a guided outdoor experience designed to help you step outside, move your body, and reconnect in nature. Each session takes place in a local park or natural setting and includes guided nature walks, light hiking, and moments of pause for reflection in nature. All locations are within 15 minutes of Sankofa.
Led by Sankofa's Rooted Outdoor Facilitators trained in mindful movement and nature-based practices.
This is a 5-part series, meeting bi-weekly on Sundays from May 17 to July 12, 2026. Locations vary—please check our website for details on each session.
**Use your membership to join, or purchase a drop-in, class pass or Two-Week Special to participate! All levels welcome—no experience needed.
July
Join us on Friday, July 3th @ 6:00 pm for 108 Sun Salutations in celebration of Sankofa's Seventh Year!
Practicing 108 Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar) is a meditative practice that connects the body, the mind, and the universe specifically when nature is undergoing a change. And coupled with this change in nature, yogis can start once again, fresh, renewed and inspired!
See you on the mat!
Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Guide: Tamisha
Location: Sankofa, On-Campus
Investment: $30 General | $25 Members
The Return is Sankofa’s annual wellness retreat, now in its second year. It’s a full day outdoors designed to give you space to step away from the pace of everyday life and settle into something slower — with guided sessions, movement beneath trees, opening and closing circles, shared meals, sound baths and stillness, and space to breathe.
Last year, it all came together in a meaningful way. People arrived and found their rhythm — some easing into conversation, some keeping to themselves, all sharing a similar energy. There was warmth, laughter, good food, and a steady sense of calm throughout the day. Nothing forced, nothing rushed, just time to be amongst others or on your own, and leave feeling more settled than when you arrived.
That’s what we’re returning to this year. This is my invitation to you.
Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Seneca Creek State Park (Gaithersburg, MD)
Food & Drink: Light breakfast, snacks, and lunch provided — plus water & hydration stations throughout
On-site Support: Cooling stations, first aid, and plenty of shaded rest areas