Become a Member
Membership at Black Being is an invitation to make a consistent commitment to your wellbeing and your relationship with community.
Membership is offered on a sliding scale starting at $55/month and includes unlimited access to our regular classes, select virtual offerings, and opportunities for members to register for select special events and limited-capacity offerings.
Choose the monthly rate that feels sustainable for you. Everyone receives the same membership benefits, regardless of what they contribute.
$55+ / month
Our membership is intentionally offered on a sliding scale. $55/month is the starting rate, and you’re invited to choose a higher monthly contribution if you have the capacity to do so.
There is no “better” membership level. Everyone receives the same benefits. Contributing more simply helps strengthen Black Being, sustain our work, and support access to our programs and community.
Membership is one way of participating in the sustainability of Black Being. If you’re looking for more of a pay-as-you-go option, you can always attend individual classes instead.
Membership is one way to be in relationship with Black Being. We recognize that our capacity to practice, participate, and give changes throughout our lives. There are multiple ways to stay connected to this work.
$8–$30 sliding scale per class
Drop in and participate as you’re able.
$10+/month or give what you can
Help sustain Black Being without maintaining a membership.
Monthly and one-time gifts help support accessible programming, community care, and the ongoing sustainability of the studio.
Your support helps us continue creating accessible, culturally responsive spaces for meditation, movement, and community care.
What does membership include?
Membership includes unlimited access to regular Black Being classes, including meditation and movement offerings. Members also receive access to select virtual offerings, as well as early access or priority registration for select limited-capacity offerings and special events.
Are special events included with membership?
Not all special events, workshops, retreats, or select programs are included with membership. These are priced separately. Members may receive early access or dedicated opportunities to register for select special events and limited-capacity offerings.
How does the membership sliding scale work?
Membership starts at $55/month. Everyone receives the same membership benefits, regardless of what they contribute.
If you have the capacity to contribute more, you’re invited to choose a higher monthly rate. Your additional contribution helps support the sustainability of Black Being and our ability to continue offering accessible programming and community spaces.
Can I attend Black Being without becoming a member?
Absolutely. You can attend individual classes using our $8–$30 sliding-scale drop-in rate. Membership is an option for those who want to practice with us more consistently and contribute to the ongoing sustainability of Black Being.
Can I support Black Being without becoming a member?
Yes. You can become a monthly or one-time donor. Monthly giving starts at $10/month, and you can choose an amount that feels sustainable for you.
Giving does not include membership benefits; it is simply another way to financially support the ongoing work of Black Being.
Can I cancel my membership?
Yes. There is no long-term contract. Membership cancellations require 30 days’ notice and must be submitted in writing to hello@blackbeingla.org. This helps ensure your request is received and processed correctly and on time.
When you’re ready to return, you’re always welcome to rejoin.
Can I pause my membership?
There is no general pause option for memberships.
The exception is our annual quiet period. Members may request to pause their membership during the August quiet period through Labor Day. Quiet-period pause requests must be submitted by July 31.
What is the Black Being quiet period?
Each August through Labor Day, Black Being takes an intentional quiet period during which regular classes pause. This gives our team dedicated time to rest, replenish, and prepare for the next season of programming.
We believe sustainability includes making space for rest—not only for individuals, but for our team and our organization.
We’ll communicate the specific dates of our annual quiet period to members in advance and will let you know if those dates change.
Are memberships transferable?
No. Memberships are for individual use only.
What happens if I late-cancel or don’t show up?
Please cancel at least 12 hours before class. A $12 fee applies after one late cancellation or no-show. This helps us honor the time and energy of our teachers and ensures that class spaces remain available to others.
What if a class is full?
Join the waitlist and you’ll be notified if a space becomes available.
What if I’m late to class?
Please arrive on time. Entry is not guaranteed once class has begun.
Are membership payments refundable?
Membership payments are non-refundable.
Why membership?
Membership is about more than access to classes. It’s an opportunity to make a consistent commitment to your practice while helping sustain a space rooted in meditation, movement, community care, and collective wellbeing.
We also recognize that our capacity to practice and be in community changes. Membership is an invitation to participate in a way that feels sustainable for you—not an obligation to remain a member when your circumstances change.
If membership no longer feels right for your current season, you can cancel with 30 days’ notice, continue to participate through our pay-as-you-go offerings, or support Black Being through a monthly or one-time gift.
And when you’re ready to return, you’re always welcome back.