GARDENING PROGRAMS

Cultivating wellness for mind, body and garden.

An artistic depiction of a human silhouette filled with plants and flowing hair, standing in a vibrant garden with people tending to plants and trees, with sunlight shining in the background.

At Rooted, we’re a fitness studio, but we believe in exploring and understanding gardening just like we do our bodies.

How do we define gardening? It’s the science and art of growing plants, like flowers, fruits, vegetables, and herbs, and keeping them healthy and beautiful. Simply put, it’s about planting, growing, and caring for gardens or crops.

In our gardening classes, we connect the dots between growing a healthy garden and taking care of your body. Both need proper nutrition, water, and space to grow.

Let’s bring fitness and gardening together under one roof and grow as a community—mind, body, and garden!

WHAT WE OFFER

At Rooted, we aim to build a strong sense of community among our gardening members. While we don’t have a physical garden, we transform our fitness studio into a shared space where members can learn, explore, and dive into the world of plants. From porches, patios and windowsills, we want all our members to know about gardening and how to activate their greenthumbs.

Each month, our community comes together to explore a variety of gardening experiences designed to help you connect more deeply with your body. Together, we grow California’s seasonal fruits and vegetables and participate in workshops on fermentation, cultivating and using fresh herbs, connecting with ancestors through plants and herbs, caring for houseplants, composting, and more.

Our goal is to provide a hands-on gardening experience in a communal setting, inspiring members to grow at home and come back and share their successes and knowledge with the Rooted community.

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COZY

INTIMATE

GARDENING

EVENTS

We host monthly workshops and classes for small groups of 5 to 10 people. This allows for an intimate and engaging experience.

For each session, we transform our fitness studio into a cozy and welcoming space. We’ll set the mood with light refreshments, beverages, music, and soothing aromatherapy. It’s a chance for members to relax, connect, and share the experience with fellow gardeners.

GARDENING CALENDAR

  • A jar of fire cider infused with lemon slices, garlic, ginger, and herbs, placed on a wooden board with fresh chili peppers and sliced garlic nearby. Background includes bottles and jars of ingredients, with sunlight streaming through windows.

    MAKING A FIRE CIDER

    01.25 | Sat @ 1pm-3pm

    Topic: Make Fire Cider, a natural, immune-boosting tonic.

    Connection to the Body: Fire Cider supports digestion, immunity, and overall wellness.

    What You’ll Get: Take home your creation to ferment and enjoy its health benefits. Allow it to ferment for 4 to 8 weeks.

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  • A California seasonal local food calendar in a circular chart showing different fruits and vegetables for each month and season.

    CALIFORNIA SEASONAL FRUITS & VEGGIES

    02.22 | Sat @ 1pm - 3pm

    Topic: Plant, grow, and harvest seasonal fruits and vegetables.

    Connection to the Body: Fresh, seasonal produce nourishes the body with peak nutrients.

    What You’ll Get: Seedlings, guidance on growing at home, and a chance to share your harvest with the Rooted community in three months.

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  • A glass jar of fermented fire cider with a handwritten label listing ingredients like onion, horseradish, garlic, ginger, peppers, rosemary, sage, lemon, and lime, on a colorful tablecloth.

    FIRE CIDER TASTING + SEASONING

    03/29 | Sat @ 1pm-3pm

    Topic: Bring your fermented Fire Cider, taste-test with the group, and learn to repurpose the dried ingredients into seasonings.

    Connection to the Body: Explore the flavors and health benefits of fermented foods while learning sustainable practices.

    What You’ll Get: Taste-test your Fire Cider, discover creative uses for the leftovers, and start the seasoning-making process. The leftovers need to dry for 2 to 4 weeks before being ground into seasonings.

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  • A small glass bowl filled with ground turmeric placed on a woven gray and white cloth surface.

    SEASONING WORKSHOP

    04/26 | Sat @ 1pm-3pm

    Topic: Transform your dried Fire Cider ingredients into flavorful seasonings.

    Connection to the Body: Seasonings made from natural herbs and vegetables enhance nutrition and flavor in meals.

    What You’ll Get: Hands-on guidance to grind and blend your seasonings to take home and use.

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  • California seasonal local food calendar featuring fruits, vegetables, and seafood arranged in a circular chart based on seasons.

    SEASONAL FOOD | PART2

    05/24 | Sat @ 1pm -3pm

    Topic: February’s class growers return to Rooted to share their homegrown seasonal harvest with the community.

    Connection to the Body: Fresh, seasonal produce nourishes the body with peak nutrients.

    What You’ll Get: harvest of food homegrown from the Rooted community.

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  • A woman sitting on a wooden chair in a cozy, earthy room with plants and jars of herbs around her, next to a steaming herbal diffuser in a rustic setting.

    YONI STEAM & HERBAL WELLNESS

    06/28 | Sat @ 1pm -3pm

    Topic: Discover the benefits of herbal Yoni steaming and share experiences in a supportive circle.

    Connection to the Body: Herbal steaming supports reproductive health and relaxation.

    What You’ll Get: Learn how to create your own Yoni steam at home and explore herbs that promote wellness.

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  • A man in a striped apron making fresh juice with a blender in a cozy, plant-filled kitchen.

    WELLNESS JUICING

    07/26 | Sat @ 1pm - 3pm

    Topic: Learn the art of juicing for specific health goals and have a taste test with the group.

    Connection to the Body: Fresh juices provide essential vitamins, hydration, and detox benefits.

    What You’ll Get: Create a custom juice blend to take home and gain tips on juicing for health and energy.

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  • People working in a community garden or farmer's market with raised beds full of vegetables and plants, signboards labeled 'Compost,' 'Storage Tips,' and 'Spoiler Tips,' and various gardening tools and produce.

    LEARN FROM EXPERT GARDENERS

    08/30 | Sat @ 1pm - 3pm

    Topic: Tips on planting, composting, potting, and storing fresh produce from seasoned gardeners.

    Connection to the Body: Properly grown and stored produce retains its nutrients and supports health.

    What You’ll Get: Practical gardening tips, composting knowledge, and tools for storing produce at home.

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  • A traditional gathering outdoors in a lush, tropical garden with people listening to a speaker, surrounded by vibrant plants, fruits, and flowers, with a flag flying overhead.

    CONNECTING TO ANCESTRAL PLANTS

    09/27 | Sat @ 1pm - 3pm

    Topic: Learn about plants, herbs, and fruits from West Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

    Connection to the Body: Deepen your connection to your heritage and discover plants that hold cultural and health significance.

    What You’ll Get: Educational insights, interactive learning, and ideas for bringing ancestral plants into your home

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  • A woman in a kitchen preparing a large bowl of shredded lettuce. There are jars of pickles, sauces, and seasonings on the table. A chalkboard sign lists ingredients for Russian-style sauerkraut, including kimchi, pickles, and probiotics.

    MAKING FERMENTED FOODS

    10/25 | Sat @ 1pm - 3pm

    Topic: Learn to make sauerkraut and explore the health benefits of fermented foods.

    Connection to the Body: Fermented foods improve gut health and digestion.

    What You’ll Get: A step-by-step sauerkraut-making session, plus tips on incorporating fermented foods into your diet.

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  • A person arranging colorful pansies in jars and bowls on a wooden table, surrounded by various potted plants and flower illustrations on a wooden wall behind, during a flower arranging workshop.

    EDIBLE FLOWERS AND HERBS

    11/15 | Sat @ 1pm-3pm

    Topic: Discover the beauty and benefits of edible flowers and herbs.

    Connection to the Body: Edible flowers and herbs add flavor, color, and nutrients to meals.

    What You’ll Get: Learn to grow, harvest, and use edible flowers and herbs in your cooking.

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  • A person with curly hair sitting cross-legged on the grass in a garden, tending to potted flowers and plants during sunlight.

    MINDFUL GARDENING FOR STRESS RELIEF

    12/20 | Sat @ 1pm-3pm

    Topic: Use gardening as a mindful practice to reduce stress and promote mental health.

    Connection to the Body: Gardening supports mental well-being and provides a physical outlet for relaxation.

    What You’ll Get: Guided mindfulness exercises, tips for creating a stress-relieving garden space, and a small plant to take home.

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