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FITNESS & HEALTH DIRECTORY
Welcome to our 11th annual Flagpole Fitness & Health Directory. Below you will find businesses offering ways for you to get and stay fit, and how to be healthier in general. To be included in next year’s or our other special sections, contact the Flagpole Advertising Department: ads@flagpole.com or 706-549-0301.
HEALTH AND HEALING
60 0 Oglethorpe Ave. , Ste. 4 · 706-548- 2188 · alafera.com
A.LaFera Salon now offers Floatation Therapy! Floatation therapy is a relaxing and theraputic way to relieve stress. Floating in Epsom salt infused water in a private, peaceful sensory deprivation pod soothes and relaxes the body, mind, and spirit, accelerates healing, soothes pain, and improves sleep. Infrared sauna sessions are also available. Infrared therapy benefits include detoxification, immunity, muscle recovery, and more.
Athens Concussion and Neuropsychology Center
575 Research Dr., Ste. B · 706-850-9339 · office.acnc@gmail.com
Do you suspect you or your child may have ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, specific learning disability, or concussion symptoms but don’t know where to start? Mental health begins with a skilled look into how your unique mind works. ACNC provides assessments, diagnosis, documentation and treatment referrals for a variety of brainrelated disorders. Call or email anytime!
Athens Wellness Clinic
240 North Ave., 2nd Floor · 706-613-6976 · athenswellnessclinic.org
The former Athens Nurses Clinic is now the Athens Wellness Clinic offering expanded services with medical physicians, nurse practitioners, and medical personnel. AWC provides free, comprehensive healthcare to low to no-income members of the Northeast Georgia community with no health insurance. Volunteer and internship opportunities are available.
Boss
Babe Counseling
2047 Prince Ave., Ste. C. · 706-363-0290 · bossbabecounseling.com
Boss Babe is a female owned, female-led mental health therapy group in Athens that helps women regain their power. They specialize in working with postpartum moms, angry teens, infertility sorrows, body image issues, substance use, and high-achiever anxiety. It is their passion to see you go from frantic, angry, and alone to calm, confident, and capable - a true boss babe!
Classic Citiva
2361 W. Broad St. · 706-224-9505 · classiccitiva.com
Formerly Franny’s Farmacy Athens, Classic Citiva is a hemp dispensary with natural, high-quality CBD and THC products. Their products include edibles, tinctures, vapes, drinks, and topicals! From sore muscles to decompressing after a hard workout, they would love to help find the right product for you. Their cannabis consultants are educated, compassionate, and eager to share their knowledge. Open everyday!
Drench Wellness Studio
2350 Prince Ave., Ste. 9 · 678-633-2540 · drenchwellnessstudio.com
Drench Wellness Studio is more than just a wellness studio; it’s a sanctuary for natural healing and self-care services in Athens. This infrared sauna studio offers a unique, rejuvenating experience that promotes holistic well-being. With a commitment to relaxation and wellness, they provide a serene space for you to unwind and rejuvenate. Discover the power of infrared therapy!
Heart Stone Therapeutic Healing & Coaching 834 Prince Ave. · 404-450-2649 · heartstoneth.com
Transform your life experiences into opportunities for deep, long-lasting healing alongside Heart Stone Therapeutic Healing therapists. Heart Stone’s practitioners empathetically provide trauma-informed, person-centered, and selfled therapy through a holistic perspective. They understand that each person experiences a life with unique needs and strengths, and desire to be a partner in your treatment. Reach out for a free consultation today!
Hodgson’s Pharmacy 1260 S. Milledge Ave. · 706-543-7386 · hodgsonsrx.com
Hodgson’s Pharmacy is a locally owned pharmacy serving Athens since 1953 providing fast, friendly, and unique care. Services include free local deliveries Monday - Friday, ACIP recommended vaccinations including Influenza and COVID-19, simple prescription refills, bubble packing, walk-in consultations, and more. They also have a wide selection of gifts and an old fashioned ice cream counter open 1-5 p.m. weekdays.
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HEALTH AND HEALING
Thrive Integrative Medicine
2080 Prince Ave. · 706-850-2000 · thriveathens.com
Urban Sanctuary
Thrive Integrative Medicine has served Athens for 11 years and voted Athens Favorite Alternative Medicine Clinic for 9 years in a row. Thrive offers top Chiropractic care keeping you aligned, Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to keep you in motion and optimize performance, Rolfing and Massage Therapies including trigger point and deep tissue to promote balance, flexibility, and overall well-being.
1348 Jordan Dr. · 810 N. Chase St. · 706-613-3947 · urbansanctuary.com
Vibrant Being
Urban Sanctuary is a luxury spa with two locations in Athens. Enjoy award winning spa services in a beautiful atmosphere. They specialize in HydraFacial, Glo2Facial, waxing, lashes, and body treatments, as well as relaxing & therapeutic massage services such as Deep Tissue, Chill CBD, Hot Stone, Lymphatic Drainage, Sports, and Prenatal. Call today to book a service at Athens’ Best Spa.
159 Oneta St., Bldg. 4, Ste. 5 · 706-296-6893 · vibrantbeing.net
Vibrant Being offers energy medicine for dogs and their people. Before the chronic pain, before the anxious behaviors, before the health or emotional issues, an imbalance in the body’s subtle energy fields occurred. Restoring balance through healing acupressure, touch therapies, and gentle energy work can help relieve physical and emotional pain. In-person and remote sessions available for dogs and humans.
NUTRITION
Yonder Yoga
1084 Baxter St. · 706-850-0373 · yonderyoga.com
Yonder Yoga is an infrared heated vinyasa-style yoga studio. Yonder Yoga’s signature Yonder Flow classes feature an intense workout with dynamic sequences that are set to an upbeat playlist. Sunday and Thursday evenings, you can unwind with Candlelit Yin classes, a restorative and meditative experience that will leave you feeling renewed and refreshed. Join now and get your first month unlimited for just $40!
M3 Yoga & Hot Pilates
1260 S. Milledge Ave., Ste. E-1 · M3yoga.com
Stretch, sweat, relax, strengthen & de-stress at M3 Yoga & Hot Pilates in 5 Points. With 40+ weekly warm and hot classes along with Inferno Hot Pilates, M3 is the perfect place for any movement goal. Special rates for UGA employees, educators, healthcare workers & more. Intro Offer: 2 Weeks for $30. Voted Athens’ Favorite 7 years in a row!
AthHalf Half Marathon and 5K @athhalf • athhalf.com
The 2024 AthHalf Half Marathon and AthFest Educates 5K are happening this weekend. The AthHalf starts at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3rd and the 5k at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 2nd. Not running this year? Come visit the AthHalf Health and Fitness Expo on Saturday from noon - 5 p.m. at the Classic Center Pavillion. Cheer for the runners Sunday morning from 7:30 - 11:30 a.m. Volunteers are still needed!
Stiletto Stampede 5K
Sandy Creek Park · ashtonhopekeeganfoundation.org
The Ashton Hope Keegan Foundation’s Stiletto Stampede 5K is not just any race—it’s a fun, stylish way to stay active while supporting an incredible cause! Whether you walk, run, or jog, make sure to embrace the fun by wearing a stiletto on your person, not on your feet. Your participation helps fund scholarships for women breaking the cycle of generational poverty. Race date: January, 18th, 2025
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RECREATIONAL FITNESS
Canopy Studio
160-6 Tracy St. · 706-549-8501 · canopystudio.org
Canopy Studio offers camps, workshops, classes, and private lessons for kids and adults throughout the year in bungee, trapeze, vertical pole, lyra, rope, fabrics, slings, rope, and aerial yoga. They are dedicated to enriching the community through aerial dance, movement education, and performance arts, regardless of background, age, or physical ability. Go fly with them today! 160-6
The lululemon Classic City Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay @classiccitymarathon · classiccitymarathon.com
Need a January fitness challenge? Looking for a community of healthier friends? The lululemon Classic City Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay offer everyone the chance to run, walk, volunteer, and support each other as well as support Athens. Races are on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Join the race Facebook page anytime, and look for Instagram race ambassadors on the website!
The Studio Athens
160-8 Tracy St. · 706-850-0446 · thestudioath.com
The Studio Athens offers a range of adult dance and fitness classes for all genders, ages and bodies. Options include ballet, tap, hip hop, burlesque, jazz and more! Drop-ins are $20 with packages available.
SEXUAL HEALTH
Elations of Athens
4100 Lexington Rd. · 706-552-1492 · shopstarship.com
Your Pleasure is Our Business. Offering the finest choices in adult pleasure. Elations of Athens is a sex-positive place to discover products that excite you. As your Sexual Health and Wellness partner, all Starship branded stores offer a large inventory of sex toys, lingerie, enhancements and romantic gifts, all at unbeatable prices. With unparalleled product education, Elations supports your pursuit of pleasure.