The Collective, Cold Spring

09/01/2026

The Collective
Cold Spring, New York

Class Schedule

Upcoming Special Events Calendar

Monthly Yoga Nidra with Dani

Wednesday, September 9th, 2026
6:00 - 7:00 PM
$23

Led By Dani Locastro

If you find it hard to switch off, this class is for you!

We all need more rest - achieving this however, can be very challenging, especially if you find it hard to relax, fall asleep, or stay asleep. This Yoga for Deep Rest class aims to support your body in fully relaxing, allowing the mind and body to soften and the nervous system to settle.

This class is about letting go of physical and mental stress, and encouraging your sympathetic nervous system (fight, flight, freeze) to dial down and your parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest) to dial up - promoting balance and helping you to reset.

You will be guided into supportive asanas to relax the body, and then guided through a Yoga Nidra mediation, a special place of sleepless sleep where you listen to your internal pulse of just being, enhanced with essential oils.

5RHYTHMS Hudson Valley

Saturday, September 12th and 26th, 2026
5:00 - 6:30PM
$23

Second Saturday and last Saturday Every Month from 5pm - 6:30pm

5Rhythms is a dance practice created by the dancer/musician Gabrielle Roth in which participants gather in a supportive community, dancing instinctively to music, guided by a certified teacher/DJ. It is a combination between group meditation and dancing with the ecstatic abandon of someone who is absolutely certain they are all alone, but instead are in a supportive community. Wherever the 5Rhythms are practiced, a community is born to dance, to sweat, to change, to support, and to provide a brave space for each of us to shatter the ego’s hold and awaken the juicy, unpredictable, fascinating, edge-walking, rock star part of ourselves that yearns to be free.

The 5Rhythms are: Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness. Classes last two hours. They begin slow, the pace pick ups in the middle and end with a slow unwinding.

Wear clothes you can move in, dance barefoot or with indoor sneakers, bring a water bottle and your open heart. This is a drug and alcohol free practice.

More information: hudsonvalley5rhythms.com

Evening Sound Bath with River Song

Sunday, September 13th, 2026
5:30–6:45 PM
$40

River Song is a sound healing practitioner, musician, and vocal artist who offers a transformative approach to sound healing. Using only instruments tuned to 432 Hz, a frequency often associated with nature and the Earth, alongside gongs, singing bowls, chimes, and her own voice, Jodie creates immersive experiences that go beyond relaxation and meditation. Her sound baths are designed to help participants move through stagnant energy, release what no longer serves them, and create space to rebuild and reconnect in a more empowered way. Her unique integration of vocal artistry adds an additional layer of depth and healing, making each experience deeply personal, dynamic, and transformative.

Monotype Printmaking Workshop

Friday, September 20, 2026
1:00 - 4:00PM
$40 per person

Join us for a one-of-a-kind printmaking experience!
Local Cold Spring artist and printmaker Sarah Sczepanski will demonstrate the art of creating original monotypes beautiful, one-of-a-kind hand-pulled prints.

During this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the monotype printing process and create your own unique 5" × 7" print to take home. Find inspiration in the stunning Hudson Valley landscape and the vibrant colors of summer as you explore this creative art form.

Event Details
Date: Friday, September 20
Time: 1:00-4:00 PM
Ages: 10+
Cost: $40 per person

Frames for your finished artwork will be available for purchase at an additional cost.
Light refreshments will be served.

Come create, learn, and leave with an original work of art!

Kid's Yoga

Tuesday, September 22 and 29, 2026
4:30 - 5:15PM
$23

Led by Sandra Slokenbergs

Kids Yoga is a fun class for kids ages 6-12 to learn the basics of yoga through play and creativity. Classes incorporate animal poses, yoga basics and mindfulness in a kid-appropriate way. It promotes physical strength, flexibility, balance and is a great playground for exploring and learning! 45 minutes.

Happy Hour Yoga

Friday, September 25, 2026
6:00 - 7:00PM
$23

Lead by Ali Verdicchio

Happy Hour Yoga, taught by Ali Verdicchio, is a fun and powerful Vinyasa flow class set to varying musical playlists each month. It is great for all levels, with simple modifications for beginner yogis and plenty of variations for those with a more advanced practice. Be prepared to build heat through Asana + Pranayama in this invigorating, musically inspired workout. No better way to start off a weekend then by energizing yourself amongst friends, music and a Disco Ball!

IV Drip Vitamin Infusion and Intramuscular Shots

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
11:00AM - 3:00PM

Administered by Dr. Geeta Arora

Experience personalized IV infusions and intramuscular shots tailored to your unique wellness goals—whether you’re looking to boost energy, support immunity, enhance recovery, or replenish deep hydration. Each treatment is medically supervised and uses high-quality nutrients for optimal absorption and safety.

To secure your spot, please email Dr. Geeta directly to reserve your space and complete a brief medical intake in advance; this quick consultation ensures your therapy is safe, appropriate, and customized for you. Spaces are limited, so early booking is encouraged.

Looking Ahead...

Kid's Yoga

Tuesday, October 6 and 13, 2026
4:30 - 5:15PM
$23

Led by Sandra Slokenbergs

Kids Yoga is a fun class for kids ages 6-12 to learn the basics of yoga through play and creativity. Classes incorporate animal poses, yoga basics and mindfulness in a kid-appropriate way. It promotes physical strength, flexibility, balance and is a great playground for exploring and learning! 45 minutes.

5RHYTHMS Hudson Valley

Saturday, October 10th and 31st, 2026
5:00 - 6:30PM
$23

Second Saturday and last Saturday Every Month from 5pm - 6:30pm

5Rhythms is a dance practice created by the dancer/musician Gabrielle Roth in which participants gather in a supportive community, dancing instinctively to music, guided by a certified teacher/DJ. It is a combination between group meditation and dancing with the ecstatic abandon of someone who is absolutely certain they are all alone, but instead are in a supportive community. Wherever the 5Rhythms are practiced, a community is born to dance, to sweat, to change, to support, and to provide a brave space for each of us to shatter the ego’s hold and awaken the juicy, unpredictable, fascinating, edge-walking, rock star part of ourselves that yearns to be free.

The 5Rhythms are: Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness. Classes last two hours. They begin slow, the pace pick ups in the middle and end with a slow unwinding.

Wear clothes you can move in, dance barefoot or with indoor sneakers, bring a water bottle and your open heart. This is a drug and alcohol free practice.

More information: hudsonvalley5rhythms.com

Monthly Yoga Nidra with Dani

Wednesday, October 14th, 2026
6:00 - 7:00 PM
$23

Led By Dani Locastro

If you find it hard to switch off, this class is for you!

We all need more rest - achieving this however, can be very challenging, especially if you find it hard to relax, fall asleep, or stay asleep. This Yoga for Deep Rest class aims to support your body in fully relaxing, allowing the mind and body to soften and the nervous system to settle.

This class is about letting go of physical and mental stress, and encouraging your sympathetic nervous system (fight, flight, freeze) to dial down and your parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest) to dial up - promoting balance and helping you to reset.

You will be guided into supportive asanas to relax the body, and then guided through a Yoga Nidra mediation, a special place of sleepless sleep where you listen to your internal pulse of just being, enhanced with essential oils.

Write Your Life as a Page Turner

Saturday, October 18 and November 1, 2026
1:00pm - 4:00pm
$388

The Clementina Collective — Cold Spring

Clementina Esposito is a developmental editor, writing coach, and founder of the Clementina Collective, where no one writes alone.

Join me in this 2-afternoon workshop where you’ll hone your skill in the art of high-impact storytelling. All levels welcome!

To reserve your spot, kindly contact clementinacollective.com

Happy Hour Yoga

Friday, October 23, 2026
6:00 - 7:00PM
$23

Lead by Ali Verdicchio

Happy Hour Yoga, taught by Ali Verdicchio, is a fun and powerful Vinyasa flow class set to varying musical playlists each month. It is great for all levels, with simple modifications for beginner yogis and plenty of variations for those with a more advanced practice. Be prepared to build heat through Asana + Pranayama in this invigorating, musically inspired workout. No better way to start off a weekend then by energizing yourself amongst friends, music and a Disco Ball!

The Collective

Interested in Renting Our Space and Hosting Your Own Workshop or Wellness Event?

Email Us
[email protected]

Click here for an update from The Collective!

08/30/2026

Under the Sturgeon Moon, on a river older than memory. ✨

August’s full moon carries an ancient name gifted by the Algonquin peoples of this region for the sturgeon that rise into shallow, moonlit waters at the tail end of summer. And here in the Hudson, that isn’t just folklore. It’s still true.

In our precious Hudson swims a creature that predates the dinosaurs. The sturgeon has been quietly adapting for 120 million years. Armored in bony plates instead of scales, growing up to 14 feet, living 60+ years. Once so plentiful in the Hudson they were called “Albany beef.” Nearly lost to overfishing and still endangered today, but still here. Still spawning in this river. Still teaching us that resilience is a long, patient art.

That’s the medicine of this moon: adaptation as a superpower. The quiet strength of staying, softening, evolving and of trusting that what has always been will keep finding its way through.

As the light shifts and late-summer overwhelm begins its handoff to the harvest, may you move like the sturgeon - steady, ancient, unhurried. Feed what’s returning. Let go of what’s not yours to carry into Fall.

We floated. We breathed. We looked up. We gave thanks to all who came before to protect this beautiful place we call home coldspringnewyork. And the river held us, like it has held its oldest inhabitants for a hundred million years and counting.
Ease into the season, friends. 🌕
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📍 The Hudson at Cold Spring, NY
🐟 Facts: NY DEC + Hudson River Valley Institute

08/28/2026

“Dance may be one of humanity’s oldest ways of altering consciousness without needing words…We still seek moments in which the ordinary boundaries of the self become less rigid. The contexts have changed, but the attraction remains: for a few
minutes, perhaps, to experience what it feels like not to be entirely contained within ourselves.

What are we looking for when we disappear into rhythm?” Julia Sahasra

How Ancient Words Live Within Us – 011
Notes on rhythm, rituals, trance & dissolving self

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We dance this weekend at THE COLLECTIVE

Saturday, 8/29, 5-6:30

https://www.union.fit/events/ascend-collective-hudson-valley-5rhythms/performances/jbi3dctl

08/02/2026

The Collective
Cold Spring, New York

Ongoing Class Schedule

MONDAY
8:15 - 9:10am Pilates Apparatus 2 with Melia
9:15 - 10:10am Pilates Apparatus 2 with Melia
10:30 - 11:25am Pilates Apparatus for Seniors with Melia
5:30 - 6:25pm Pilates Apparatus 2/3 with Melia
6:15 - 7:25pm Yin Restorative Yoga with Kathy

TUESDAY
7:30 - 8:30am Vinyasa Yoga with Sandra
10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm Pilates Privates with Melia

WEDNESDAY
8:15 - 9:10am Pilates Apparatus 2 with Melia
9:15 - 10:10am Pilates Apparatus 2 with Melia
10:20 - 11:15am Pilates Apparatus 2 with Melia
11:30 - 12:25pm Pilates Therapeutics with Melia

FRIDAY
8:30 - 9:20am Pilates Tower with Tara
11:00 - 12:30am Intro to Standup Paddleboard with Melia (check live schedule)

SATURDAY
8:30 - 9:10am Pilates Tower Level 2 with Laura
9:15 - 9:55am Beginner Pilates Apparatus I with Laura
10:00 - 11:00am Vinyasa Yoga with Vanessa
10:00 - 10:40am Pilates Jumpboard with Laura
10:45 - 11:35am Pilates Apparatus Level 2 with Laura

SUNDAY
9:30 - 10:50am Yoga and Meditation with Julian

Upcoming Special Events Calendar

Collective Event: Monotype Printmaking Workshop

Friday, August 14th
4:30–7:30 PM
Ages: 10+
Cost: $40 per person
Frames for your finished artwork will be available for purchase at an additional cost.

Join us for a one-of-a-kind printmaking experience!

Local Cold Spring artist and printmaker Sarah Sczepanski will demonstrate the art of creating original monotypes beautiful, one-of-a-kind hand-pulled prints.

During this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the monotype printing process and create your own unique 5" × 7" print to take home. Find inspiration in the stunning Hudson Valley landscape and the vibrant colors of summer as you explore this creative art form.

Light refreshments will be served.

Come create, learn, and leave with an original work of art!

Beginner Hike and Restorative Yoga with Oona

Saturday, 15th and 16th 2026
9:30 - 12:15 PM
$80 Per Person

Enjoy a breath of fresh air in the Hudson Valley on this peaceful hike to and around Little Stony Point. Our group will meet in front of The Collective, located at 75 Main Street in Cold Spring, New York. The experience will include asana and meditation, dharma talk, a walk in nature, breathtaking views and time to process and journal.

9-9:30am Gather at 1st Floor Cafe

9:30am Depart from 75 Main Street (walking together to Little Stony Point)

10:00am-10:30am Hike around Little Stony Point and take in the Hudson River Views

10:30-11:00am Walk back to The Collective

11:15 - 12:15pm Unwind with a Restorative Yoga Practice in our gorgeous 3rd Floor Studio

What To Bring:
Water Bottle, Sunscreen, Light Snack, Notebook/Journal + Pen

What to Wear:
Comfortable Clothing and Footwear appropriate for walking/hiking and moving in a yoga practice. Sunglasses, hats and anything that makes you feel most comfortable.

Other Notes:
You are welcome to bring your own mat, but we have plenty on hand for your use. We have a cafe on the first floor of our building where we will meet and gather, you can grab a coffee etc here while we wait for the entire group to arrive, leaving promptly at 9:30am.

Parking can be challenging on Holiday Weekends, please plan to arrive early. There is free parking at the Cold Spring Train Station on weekends and metered parking located near Riverview Restaurant located on 45 Fair Street. We highly encourage those of you coming from NYC or destinations South along the Hudson Line to hop on The Metro North. The Collective, Cold Spring is just a one block walk from the train station.

Cost Per Person $80

5RHYTHMS Hudson Valley

Saturday, August 8th and 29th, 2026
5:00 - 6:30PM
$23

Second Saturday and last Saturday Every Month from 5pm - 6:30pm

5Rhythms is a dance practice created by the dancer/musician Gabrielle Roth in which participants gather in a supportive community, dancing instinctively to music, guided by a certified teacher/DJ. It is a combination between group meditation and dancing with the ecstatic abandon of someone who is absolutely certain they are all alone, but instead are in a supportive community. Wherever the 5Rhythms are practiced, a community is born to dance, to sweat, to change, to support, and to provide a brave space for each of us to shatter the ego’s hold and awaken the juicy, unpredictable, fascinating, edge-walking, rock star part of ourselves that yearns to be free.

The 5Rhythms are: Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness. Classes last two hours. They begin slow, the pace pick ups in the middle and end with a slow unwinding.

Wear clothes you can move in, dance barefoot or with indoor sneakers, bring a water bottle and your open heart. This is a drug and alcohol free practice.

More information: hudsonvalley5rhythms.com (https://www.hudsonvalley5rhythms.com/)

Evening Sound Bath with River Song

Evening Sound Bath with River Song
August 13th, 2026
5:30–6:45 PM
$40

River Song is a sound healing practitioner, musician, and vocal artist who offers a transformative approach to sound healing. Using only instruments tuned to 432 Hz, a frequency often associated with nature and the Earth, alongside gongs, singing bowls, chimes, and her own voice, Jodie creates immersive experiences that go beyond relaxation and meditation. Her sound baths are designed to help participants move through stagnant energy, release what no longer serves them, and create space to rebuild and reconnect in a more empowered way. Her unique integration of vocal artistry adds an additional layer of depth and healing, making each experience deeply personal, dynamic, and transformative.

Full Moon Float: Sturgeon Moon

Friday, August 28
7:30–9:00 PM
Foundry Dock Park, Cold Spring, NY
$80 Per Person

A Sturgeon Moon Paddle Meditation on the Hudson, Led by Melia Marzollo

As August exhales its last golden breath, the Sturgeon Moon rises, ancient, luminous, and impossibly full, over the Hudson Highlands.
Join Melia Marzollo, for an evening unlike any other: a full moon float meditation by paddleboard, launching from Foundry Dock Park just as the sun dips behind Storm King Mountain.

We’ll begin with a mellow paddle out across still water, the mountains standing sentinel on either side, the river holding centuries of stories beneath its surface. No experience needed. This class is beginner friendly, and we’ll keep the pace easy and unhurried.

Then we anchor, boards drifting gently, side by side, and let the moon do the rest. She’ll crest Storm King Mountain right as we settle into stillness: gentle movement on the water, intention setting under an open sky, guided meditation, and a floating savasana with the current rocking you like a cradle.

Named for the great sturgeon who once rose from these waters this time of year, this moon carries an old kind of magic: resilience, patience, the wisdom of things that move slowly and endure. She asks us to look inward, to release what no longer serves us, and to trust what is quietly rising within.

This particular Sturgeon Moon carries something rarer still. Later that same night, long after we’ve paddled home, she will slip into Earth’s shadow for a deep partial lunar eclipse, nearly total, glowing copper and gold. We won’t see it from the water together, but there’s something quietly powerful in knowing the moon we float beneath is about to undergo her own transformation once the river has gone dark and quiet again.

Each paddler will receive a crystal to hold as we float, a small stone to charge beneath the moonbeams, carried home as a keepsake of the night the river, the mountains, and the moon aligned just for us.

Come paddle into the light. Come float in stillness. Come meet the Sturgeon Moon where she rises, over water, under stars, surrounded by Storm King Mountain and the Hudson Highlands.

The Details
• Date & time: Friday, August 28, 7:30–9:00 PM
• Launch & landing: Foundry Dock Park, Cold Spring, NY
• Investment: $80 per person

• Included: Paddleboard, personal flotation device, paddle, and a crystal to charge under the moon

• Experience level: All levels welcome, including first time paddlers

• Flow of the evening: Mellow paddle out, then anchor for gentle movement, intention setting, guided meditation, and floating savasana

Moon Note: moonrise is expected around 7:47 PM, with sunset around 7:35 PM, so as we launch, the sky will already be shifting into dusk, and the moon should appear over Storm King Mountain not long after we anchor. Later that night, this same moon will pass through a rare, deep partial lunar eclipse, one of the most dramatic lunar events of the year, though it occurs well after our class has ended.

Looking Ahead...

Monthly Yoga Nidra with Dani

Wednesday, September 9th, 2026
6:00 - 7:00 PM
$23

Led By Dani Locastro

If you find it hard to switch off, this class is for you!

We all need more rest - achieving this however, can be very challenging, especially if you find it hard to relax, fall asleep, or stay asleep. This Yoga for Deep Rest class aims to support your body in fully relaxing, allowing the mind and body to soften and the nervous system to settle.

This class is about letting go of physical and mental stress, and encouraging your sympathetic nervous system (fight, flight, freeze) to dial down and your parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest) to dial up - promoting balance and helping you to reset.

You will be guided into supportive asanas to relax the body, and then guided through a Yoga Nidra mediation, a special place of sleepless sleep where you listen to your internal pulse of just being, enhanced with essential oils.

IV Drip Vitamin Infusion and Intramuscular Shots

Thursday, September 10, 2026
11:00AM - 3:00PM

Administered by Dr. Geeta Arora

Experience personalized IV infusions and intramuscular shots tailored to your unique wellness goals—whether you’re looking to boost energy, support immunity, enhance recovery, or replenish deep hydration. Each treatment is medically supervised and uses high-quality nutrients for optimal absorption and safety.

To secure your spot, please email Dr. Geeta directly to reserve your space and complete a brief medical intake in advance; this quick consultation ensures your therapy is safe, appropriate, and customized for you. Spaces are limited, so early booking is encouraged.

The Collective

Interested in Renting Our Space and Hosting Your Own Workshop or Wellness Event?

Email Us
[email protected]

Click here for an update from The Collective!

07/29/2026

The Collective
Cold Spring, New York

Join Us on the water, on a trail or in one of our studios this weekend!

FRIDAY

9:30 - 10:30am Pelvic Pow-Her with Tara
11:00 - 12:30am Intro to Standup Paddleboard with Melia

SATURDAY

8:30 - 9:10am Pilates Tower Level 2 with Laura
9:15 - 9:55am Beginner Pilates Apparatus I with Laura
9:30 - 12:15am Beginner Hike and Restorative Yoga with Oona
10:00 - 11:00am Vinyasa Yoga with Vanessa
10:00 - 10:40am Pilates Jumpboard with Laura
10:45 - 11:35am Pilates Apparatus Level 2 with Laura

SUNDAY

9:30 - 10:50am Yoga and Meditation with Julian

Special Events Calendar

Intro to Standup PaddleBoard with Melia

Friday, July 31st, 2026
11:00 - 12:30PM
$60

Led by Melia Marzollo

Discover the joy of walking on water! This beginner-friendly, hands-on course introduces you to the fast-growing sport of stand-up paddleboarding. Whether you want a scenic way to explore local waterways, a fun outdoor social activity, or a fantastic full-body core workout, this class gives you the skills and confidence to paddle safely on your own. No prior paddling or surfing experience is necessary!

What You Will Learn:

Equipment Basics: Understanding paddleboard anatomy, choosing the right board size, and adjusting your paddle.
Local Landmarks: Learn about your surroundings from Storm King Mountain to Constitution Marsh- this region of The Hudson is truly awe-inspiring.
Launching & Landing: Safely getting on and off your board from shore or a dock.
Stance & Balance: Mastering the progression from kneeling to standing with maximum stability.
Essential Stroke Techniques: Forward paddling, stopping, reversing, and basic sweep turns to navigate with ease.

🗓️ Class Structure & Details:

Duration: 90 Minutes
Location: Foundry Dock Park - directly across from the Cold Spring Metro North Parking Lot, we will meet, launch and land here and paddle on along the edges of The Hudson River.
Ages: Ages 16 and up with parental/guardian permission. Participants must be able to swim.
Price: $60 (Includes board rental, paddle, leash, and life jacket) If you have a personal floatation device (life jacket or the like) of your own, please bring it!

Beginner Hike and Restorative Yoga with Oona

Saturday, August 1st, 15th and 16th 2026
9:30 - 12:15 PM
$80 Per Person

Enjoy a breath of fresh air in the Hudson Valley on this peaceful hike to and around Little Stony Point. Our group will meet in front of The Collective, located at 75 Main Street in Cold Spring, New York. The experience will include asana and meditation, dharma talk, a walk in nature, breathtaking views and time to process and journal.

9-9:30am Gather at 1st Floor Cafe

9:30am Depart from 75 Main Street (walking together to Little Stony Point)

10:00am-10:30am Hike around Little Stony Point and take in the Hudson River Views

10:30-11:00am Walk back to The Collective

11:15 - 12:15pm Unwind with a Restorative Yoga Practice in our gorgeous 3rd Floor Studio

What To Bring:
Water Bottle, Sunscreen, Light Snack, Notebook/Journal + Pen

What to Wear:
Comfortable Clothing and Footwear appropriate for walking/hiking and moving in a yoga practice. Sunglasses, hats and anything that makes you feel most comfortable.

Other Notes:
You are welcome to bring your own mat, but we have plenty on hand for your use. We have a cafe on the first floor of our building where we will meet and gather, you can grab a coffee etc here while we wait for the entire group to arrive, leaving promptly at 9:30am.

Parking can be challenging on Holiday Weekends, please plan to arrive early. There is free parking at the Cold Spring Train Station on weekends and metered parking located near Riverview Restaurant located on 45 Fair Street. We highly encourage those of you coming from NYC or destinations South along the Hudson Line to hop on The Metro North. The Collective, Cold Spring is just a one block walk from the train station.

Cost Per Person $80

Meet Your Hiking Guide + Instructor

Oona Mercedes Ryle

Oona is a dedicated student and teacher of yoga, and finds joy in all kinds of movement. She took her first class at age 14 and was drawn immediately to the mind-body connection. Her teaching journey started while living on Lake Atitlán in Guatemala, and she’s since taught in cities across the US.

She draws on time spent in nature to shape her teaching, using breath to guide movement at a pace that lets people feel strong and steady rather than rushed. You can expect to leave her classes with a quieter mind and a stronger sense of your own body.

Oona is based in Brooklyn, NY and received her RYT-200 at VERAYOGA studying under Britton Schey. When she’s not teaching, you can find her consulting for nonprofits, running with friends in Prospect Park, or rock climbing somewhere in California.

The Collective

Interested in Renting Our Space and Hosting Your Own Workshop or Wellness Event?

Email Us
[email protected]

Click here for an update from The Collective!

07/28/2026

🌊🌊🌊
Friday, July 31st, 2026
11:00 - 12:30PM
$60

Led by Melia Marzollo

Discover the joy of walking on water! This beginner-friendly, hands-on course introduces you to the fast-growing sport of stand-up paddleboarding. Whether you want a scenic way to explore local waterways, a fun outdoor social activity, or a fantastic full-body core workout, this class gives you the skills and confidence to paddle safely on your own. No prior paddling or surfing experience is necessary!

What You Will Learn:

Equipment Basics: Understanding paddleboard anatomy, choosing the right board size, and adjusting your paddle.
Local Landmarks: Learn about your surroundings from Storm King Mountain to Constitution Marsh- this region of The Hudson is truly awe-inspiring.
Launching & Landing: Safely getting on and off your board from shore or a dock.
Stance & Balance: Mastering the progression from kneeling to standing with maximum stability.
Essential Stroke Techniques: Forward paddling, stopping, reversing, and basic sweep turns to navigate with ease.

🗓️ Class Structure & Details:

Duration: 90 Minutes
Location: Foundry Dock Park - directly across from the Cold Spring Metro North Parking Lot, we will meet, launch and land here and paddle on along the edges of The Hudson River.
Ages: Ages 16 and up with parental/guardian permission. Participants must be able to swim.
Price: $60 (Includes board rental, paddle, leash, and life jacket) If you have a personal floatation device (life jacket or the like) of your own, please bring it!



https://www.union.fit/events/ascend-collective-intro-to-standup-paddleboard-with-melia/performances/mizg8dhq

07/28/2026

🌊Friday, July 31st
11:00 - 12:30PM
$60

Led by Melia Marzollo

Discover the joy of walking on water! This beginner-friendly, hands-on course introduces you to the fast-growing sport of stand-up paddleboarding. Whether you want a scenic way to explore local waterways, a fun outdoor social activity, or a fantastic full-body core workout, this class gives you the skills and confidence to paddle safely on your own. No prior paddling or surfing experience is necessary!

What You Will Learn:

Equipment Basics: Understanding paddleboard anatomy, choosing the right board size, and adjusting your paddle.

Local Landmarks: Learn about your surroundings from Storm King Mountain to Constitution Marsh- this region of The Hudson is truly awe-inspiring.

Launching & Landing: Safely getting on and off your board from shore or a dock.

Stance & Balance: Mastering the progression from kneeling to standing with maximum stability.

Essential Stroke Techniques: Forward paddling, stopping, reversing, and basic sweep turns to navigate with ease.

🗓️ Class Structure & Details:

Duration: 90 Minutes
Location: Foundry Dock Park - directly across from the Cold Spring Metro North Parking Lot, we will meet, launch and land here and paddle on along the edges of The Hudson River.

Ages: Ages 16 and up with parental/guardian permission. Participants must be able to swim.

Price: $60 (Includes board rental, paddle, leash, and life jacket) If you have a personal floatation device (life jacket or the like) of your own, please bring it!