EMPOWER FITNESS

MARCH HAPPENINGS

"Yoga is a dance between control and surrender - between pushing and letting go - and when to push and when to let go becomes part of the creative process, part of the open-ended exploration of your being."

- Joel Kramer

How is it already March?

February felt like a complete blur. Between coming back from Guatemala, traveling, snow days and school cancellations, and then the flu making its way through our house… it was a lot.

In the middle of all of it — the caretaking, the schedule shifts, the daily responsibilities — I kept reminding myself to give grace and find balance wherever I could.

A little each day is enough.
(Remember - Rome wasn’t built in a day.)

And that’s exactly what we’re focusing on this month — balance.

Yes, we’ll be working on traditional balance poses like Tree, Eagle, and Dancer (get ready 😉), but balance isn’t just about standing on one foot. It’s about balancing strength and flexibility. Effort and ease. Stability and mobility.

We’ll also be working intentionally on our feet, improving stability, and incorporating balance and fall-prevention work into our flows. Functional balance that supports real life — because that’s where it matters most.

I’m also excited to share that I’ll be offering a Gentle Yoga & Sound Healing class at my home on March 16th. I can’t wait for this special evening together. Be sure to read below for all the details and a few other exciting offerings coming up.

Balance. Balance. Balance.

Namaste,

Sarah

LIVE VIRTUAL YOGA REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Classes will be held every Tuesday and Friday at 6:00 AM.

• Tuesdays: Flow

• Fridays: Gentle Flow with Deep Stretch

This month we will explore BALANCE. Each class will contain a foot series, a balance pose (could be sitting, kneeling, or standing!) and some mobility and stability. We will work on our fall prevention series as well. It is encourage to have yoga props this month (strap, blanket, 2 blocks, chair, and foam roller).

To sign up for classes you have several options:

1. Monthly Live Virtual Class Membership - $70. This is a RECURRING Payment Plan. It will be change once every month. Click here or use the button below.

2. Monthly Live Virtual Yoga Class Package - $75. This is a ONE TIME payment to use for the month. Will expire 30 days after you first use it. Click here or uses the button blow.

3. Drop In Rate - $15. Click here to register for one class. Be sure to choose the correct date for the class you wish to attend.. Click here or use button below.

Please note if you purchase the Monthly Membership or Package. You will need to go and register for each individual class that month. Do this by logging into your account and click register. You will get a zoom link and confirmation email for each class you sign up for. If you have any questions or problems please reach out to me directly.

Forms of Payment:

The website will accept credit cards. Other forms of payment I can accept is cash, check (made payable to Sarah Cheffy), and/or Venmo. If you do one of these forms of payments I will send you a confirmation e-mail but you will still need to register for each individual class that month.

TEACHING AROUND TOWN!

Check out my schedule on the website or see below.

Radiance Yoga

Wednesdays 7pm Hot Vin to Yin

Spears YMCA

Thursdays 8:30am Yoga - Mar. 5, 12, 19

Fridays 8:30am Active Adult Fitness (except 6th)

Iron Barbell Collective

Sunday 10am Yoga - March 1st *open to members only

LARK

Will announce next date soon.

Join me for this fun evening of reset. I have added a few new instruments to my collection and I am excited about sharing them with you. Click the button below to learn more and register.

Register for Gentle Yoga & Sound Healing Class

Spring Semester of The Yoga Connection is in the final month!

March 24th will be our final class for the spring semester. There is still time to participate or volunteer. Click here to register or volunteer.

Save the date: Monday, June 1, 2026 - Summer Solstice benefiting The Yoga Connection. This is our signature outreach event welcoming new friends and community partners to our ever-widening circle. Time TBD. More information to come soon. This is a free event and open to the community.

2026 Fall Empower Fitness Yoga Retreat - Chakras

Description: Discover how to open and align your chakras to activate your energy system and nurture your spiritual awareness. There are seven major energy centers known as the chakras that run from the base of your spine to the crown of your head. During this weekend retreat, we will explore and align all seven chakras through physical asana practice, pranayama/breathing techniques, meditation, essential oils, and sound healing. Come getaway at the beach and deepen your understanding of yoga and the chakra system.

Dates & Times: 3pm Friday, September 11, 2026 till 12pm Sunday, September 13, 2026

Location: Oak Island, NC

Pricing: Early Bird Price (Prior to July 11) / Regular Price

1 King Room with private bathroom (max 2 ppl) $925 per person/ $975

1 Queen Room with shared bathroom (max 2 ppl) $850 per person / $900

1 Full Bed (shared room) with shared bathroom $825 per person / $875

1 Single Bed (shared room) with shared bathroom $800 per person / $850

*Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Your retreat investment includes lodging, all scheduled yoga sessions and instructional workshops with materials provided, plus meals: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners.

Sharing a room? Each guest receives $150 off.

Massages are not included in the retreat price but are available as an optional add-on. Therapeutic sessions will be offered by Tracy Green of Hand Crafted Massage & Crafts and can be booked à la carte.

Reserve Your Spot:

To reserve your spot, contact Sarah at empowermbl@gmail.com.

A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your reservation.

Full payment is due by Friday, August 28, 2026.

Accepted payment methods: cash, check (payable to Sarah Cheffy), credit card via website, or Venmo (@Yogi_Girl_NC).

Led By: Sarah Cheffy, M.S., Owner of Empower Fitness

Sarah is a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, AFAA Group Exercise Instructor, and certified Keiser and TRX instructor. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, she is passionate about helping clients reach their goals while creating sustainable, healthy lifestyles that support long-term wellness.

doTERRA oil of the month

Balance is one of my favorite essential oils. It is warm, woody aroma helps create a calming, quieting environment as you consider all aspects of life: relationships, work, fitness, health, and emotional well being.

Primary Benefits

• Creates a calming atmosphere

• Provides a relaxing aroma

Ingredients: Fractioned Coconut Oil, Black Spruce, Ho Leaf, Frankincense, Blue Tansy, Blue Chamomile, Osmanthus.

Uses:

• Add to calming bath or massage

• Apply to the wrist or neck

• Diffuse in the car during road trips

You can get your own bottle of Balance or any other doTERRA products by clicking the button below taking you directly to my website.

Shop doTERRA Oils

Check out my new blog post! It is about my first international yoga retreat with Cathy Yonaitis and Unite Us Yoga! From breathtaking scenery to transformative yoga experiences, it was truly unforgettable!

If you’ve ever dreamed of attending a retreat - I have one coming up this fall at Oak Island — registration just opened! And if you’re thinking internationally, Cathy has recently opened registration for her Thailand retreat.

Read all about my Guatemala adventure by clicking the button below.

Read Blog!

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MIND. BODY. LIFE.

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