In-person gatherings:
SELF CARE MINI FESTIVAL - Blume Studios
Connection, Creativity, Movement, Music and More! A half day of interactive goodness!
πππ§π : Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
π§ππ π: Yoga with Sydney at 10:00 AM - Experiences throughout the day will be from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
ππ’πππ§ππ’π‘: Blume Studios - 904 Post St, Charlotte, NC 28208
My Class: Flow with @traveling_gypsy for an all-levels class to reconnect you with your mind and body. A fluid and thoughtfully sequenced practice that combines movement and breath to help you feel restored, uplifted and inspired. Mixing vinyasa flow with deeper, restorative stretch postures. ALL are welcome regardless of your experience.
Event: Come and set your intentions and enjoy a morning of self-care to celebrate YOU and all of the goodness youβre creating in your life for 2026. Start your morning with a coffee party featuring DJs from Radical Grove, stretch your body and mind with all-levels yoga flow classes from Sydney Duarte and Dancing Lotus. Feel the glow of performances and workshops with Zulynette and Play More Charlotte.
In Addition: The New Year Same Blume: Self Care Mini Festival will feature a full morning of mainstage performances, workshops and wellness experiences with local experts.
What to Bring: Your friends, your yoga mat and your water bottle.
Arrival: Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure you can settle in without having to rush.
Parking: Free parking
Cost: The experiences are tiered in price so you can decide which ticket best suits your desires:
General Admission - $30
Includes entrance to the New Year Same Blume event
Premium - $50
Includes entrance to the New Year Same Blume event and 1 experience (listed below).
VIP - All In Experience - $60
Includes entrance to the New Year Same Blume event + creative materials and unlimited experiences, full details listed below:
New Year Same Blume
3 yoga/movement classes (10am - restorative/energizing with Sydney. 11:25am and 1:15pm classes with Dancing Lotus)
Zulynette (11:05 - spoken word)
Sally Stokes (12:10 - parachute games)
Radical Grove DJs (11:00am - 2:00pm - coffee party and music)
Experiences from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sydney Duarte of Duarte Designs and Mitzi Patton of Create-A-Cardlet (Painting/New Year intention setting experience)
Dancing Lotus Yoga and Arts (Create your own mindful moment kit)
Claudio Ortiz (chair massage experience)
Zulynette (poetry and writing workshop)
Sally Stokes (journal decorating)
We look forward to spending time with you and flowing together π«
JOIN SYDNEY AT TEDx - PERSPECTIVE
πππ§π: Saturday, March 28, 2026
π§ππ π: 10:00 am
ππ’πππ§ππ’π‘: The Union at Station West, 919 Berryhill Rd suite 105, Charlotte, NC 28208
Event: TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share an inspirational experience. This yearβs TEDxSugar Creek Women event will be held during Womenβs History Month. TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection on the them of βPERSPECTIVE.β
Sydney Duarte is a globally recognized Muralist, Speaker and Retreat Leader whose work transforms spaces and sparks connection, creativity, and collective healing. As the owner of Duarte Designs and co-founder of the Piece for Peace Movement, she blends visual storytelling with multi-sensory experiences that invite audiences into play, reflection, and action. Rising from childhood adversity to international recognition, Sydney uses her art and voice to inspire others to expand their imagination, engage their community, and take part in bringing light to dark spaces by being a Force for Good.
We look forward to being with you all π«
Flow with me:
Are you in search of a light-hearted, inclusive, engaging yoga class, designed to both challenge AND support you? See my schedule below for pop-up classes and regularly scheduled group classes in Charlotte, NC. If you feel more comfortable with one-on-one instruction, take a look at my Private Instruction page for details on customized solo and group sessions. I look forward to exploring your practice together.
If you've never been to a Vinyasa class before, this style is designed to revitalize and restore your body, calm the mind, increase energy, and reduce stress. This is an excellent class style for students who would like to experience play and exploration. Great for all levels of yoga experience. Vinyasa yoga links breath with movement. Move or βflowβ from one pose to another in sequence, on an inhale or an exhale. This class mixes vinyasa flow with deeper stretch postures. Tons of fun to be had π
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Style:
In each of my classes you will experience play & exploration throughout an engaging flow to both challenge & support you.
Each class is all-levels. Meaning all are welcome regardless of your experience. I will lovingly guide you every step of the way to reconnect to your mind and body. My style mixes vinyasa flow with deeper stretch postures and is designed to revitalize and restore your body, calm the mind, increase energy, and reduce stress.
Please bring anything you need to feel comfortable - yoga mat, blanket, eye mask, bolster, water bottle, journal. I look forward to flowing with you.
Classes:
I am available for hire for private/group classes. If you are interested, please reach out HERE, anytime.
RETREATS
Ready to travel, but not sure where to begin? Have a bucket list item that you're ready to check off? Overwhelmed by all of the tiny nuances of travel logistics? Have no fear! Iβve got you!
What: I take individuals, couples, groups and business teams on adventure retreats all over the world. As soon as you step off of the plane, Iβll pick you up, transport you to paradise and lead you through the week so that you wonβt have to think about any details along the way. From daily excursions and culinary adventures to unique lodging and personal yoga classes, we can customize your getaway to suit your needs. Not into yoga? Skip it and opt for a day of bronzing on the beach or reading in a hammock. Itβs your trip, I am here to make it as magical and enjoyable as possible.
Why: Youβve always wanted to explore beautiful destinations. You crave travel, adventure and the experience of being immersed in fun classes, the beauty of nature and a welcoming community. You've always wanted to take a life-changing trip to an exotic place with a group of like-minded people.
How: Ready to pack your bags!? Yay! Me too!
Let's connect! Contact Me with all of your wildest dreams and Iβll turn them into reality.
View additional services here, testimonials, moments from past retreats, and more on the Adventure Page.
ACRO YOGA AND WORKSHOPS
Want to incorporate play into your life? Learn to make fun shapes with your friends? Or maybe just add some sweet skills to your resume of awesomeness? Then Acro Yoga is just for you! No partner or experience needed to get started; Just a willingness to learn in an atmosphere of positive vibes. Come as you are! Tons of fun to be had!
Acro Yoga is a partner-based practice that incorporates elements of Acrobatics, Yoga and Healing Arts. Acro teaches communication, trust, strength, confidence and community all wrapped up in a fun, full body workout.
Sydney and her partners Alex and Melinda are enthusiastic members of the Charlotte Acro Yoga community and are over the moon excited to share this playful skill with you!
If you would like a private one-on-one session for yourself or a group of friends, a team building activity, etc. please contact me directly at duartesydney@yahoo.com and we can customize your experience β₯οΈ We are available to make your experience extra special. These intro to Acro jams include Partner Yoga, Acro therapeutic Stretches, and fun new tricks to try at home with your loved ones.