Providence. Masterful massages get out all the kinks— whether you prefer a lighter touch or full-on deep tissue. Facials have all the bells and whistles from masks and extractions to highfrequency skin care tools, while incorporating natural Blissoma Ecosystem products. 177 N. Main St., Providence, 270-5077, revivalmassageri. com
PILATES CLASS
Miss Petite Pilates If this studio is a sexy secret weapon for the( alleged)“ Real Housewives of Rhode Island,” then we’ re loading up. If your goal is a sleek and slender, toned appearance, put in the work at this boutique studio with an instructor certified in Balanced Body Reformer training. The personalized approach will get you well on your way to rocking a hot bod so you’ re ready to cash-in on that five minutes of fame. misspetite pilates. com
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
212 Health & Performance People from all ages and stages of life turn to Kerry Taylor and the team at 212 Health & Performance to get them back into fighting condition. It’ s a place where, like good old“ Cheers” used to say, everbody knows your name. The coaches teach functional fitness methods in their one-on-one and group training sessions and challenging— but fun— strength-based and conditioning classes, which always have kicking playlists. There are no fad methods here— just friendly faces using barbells, bands, kettlebells and boxing gloves to get you in the best shape of your life. 20 Newman Ave., Rumford, 383-5959, 212healthandperformance. com
THIRTY YEARS OF COMMUNITY
All That Matters Yoga + Wellness Our first introduction to yoga— way back in the late’ 90s— was at an introduction to yoga class at All That Matters Yoga + Wellness. Since then, we’ ve been chasing the Zen we felt when the teacher placed lavender-scented pillows over our eyes to lead us through a soul-soothing savasana. The yoga and wellness studio has blossomed over three decades, becoming a nonprofit, offering more than fifty classes each week, leading teacher trainings and workshops, and adding wellness services like massage and reiki to its roster. Sign up for a class this summer— we suggest a yoga on the beach session at South Kingstown Town Beach— and discover your inner Zen. 315 Main St., Wakefield, 409-2121, allthatmatters wellness. org
BODY & SOUL MASSAGE
Lunar Studio Spa You can find bliss inside an old Lonsdale Company mill building in Lincoln. But unlike workers past, who wove cotton into fine umbrella cloth, Jocelyn Coia uses her hands to sooth stubborn, stressed-out muscles and minds. The massage therapist and energy healer offers Swedish, deep tissue and hot-stone massages, but for ninety minutes of pure relaxation, sign up for the Body & Soul package, a masterful blend of tailored massage and reiki that will make any worries melt away. Coia shares the space with esthetician Samantha Johnson, who offers a wide array of facial services as well as eyelash and eyebrow tinting. A salon that caters to the body, mind and soul— we love to see it! 39 Carrington St., Suite 102, Lincoln, lunarstudiospa. glossgenius. com
HEAD SPA
Salt of the Earth Salon You know the feeling you got when you were little and someone played with your hair? You can experience that again, 100 times over, at Salt of the Earth Salon’ s mini head spa. While you’ re cocooned in a fluffy blanket, a talented technician will pamper, steam, exfoliate and massage your scalp while you’ re surrounded by soothing music, soft lighting and customized aromatherapy. Or upgrade to the signature head spa, which adds scalp analysis and deep conditioning. 486 Main St., Warren, 252-4192, saltoftheearthsalon. com
POLE FITNESS AND DANCE CLASSES
RI Pole Space Sure, getting up on a pole can be daunting. Maybe you have a preconceived notion, or maybe you don’ t think you have the core strength or inherent sense of rhythm. Well, RI Pole Space will help strip you of any and all inhibitions( we stand by the pun). The Lincoln studio welcomes and encourages all ages, backgrounds and skill levels. Whether you sign up for a fitness-forward class or a choreographed dance routine, you’ re guaranteed to leave feeling stronger and empowered … and perhaps even a bit sexier. 15 Moshassuck Rd., # 3D, Lincoln, 305-0753, ripole space. com
INCLUSIVE COFFEE SHOP
LIFE Cafe With accessible yoga classes, affordable and market-rate apartments, and an art studio for people with developmental disabilities, Shri’ s transformation of a former office building in Pawtucket’ s Conant Thread District was already a home run. Last year, the property added another initiative to its inclusivity portfolio: LIFE Cafe, a coffee shop that doubles as a job training site for people with disabilities. Operated by Bristol-based LIFE Inc., the cafe offers espresso drinks, snacks and breakfast sandwiches in a comfortable environment where all are welcome. Plus, it transformed a blighted former garage into a hip coffee counter in a quickly revitalizing neighborhood. Talk about a win-win. 390 Pine St., Pawtucket
HOLISTIC BOUTIQUE
Anchored Soul Visitors looking for some tranquility on their summer vacay need look no further than Anchored Soul, Wickford Village’ s newly relocated holistic boutique. Alana Almonte incorporates her background as a reiki practitioner and mixed media artist into the shop, stocking the shelves with art, jewelry, skincare, crystals and more using found materials and soothing coastal shades. For those looking for a little more than retail therapy, Almonte offers tarot card readings, integrated energy therapy and reiki, plus group workshops and guided meditations. Stop in, leave your cares behind at the door, and say“ Ohm.” 2 Main St., North Kingstown, 316-6401, anchoredsoulri. com
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