An inclusive wellness studio nestled in the May Valley district of Richmond, CA
El Sobrante, we are opening up a brick and mortar Pilates, barre, + strength studio! Thank you for your support as we navigate this transition from virtual and backyard classes to IRL studio classes early in the new year. Same challenging, supportive classes, new light-filled, open studio.
Grand opening specials are now available through opening day. We are aiming to open the beginning of February and will have more info as construction unfolds.
Please follow @sweat_well_studio on Instagram for updates and sign up for the Sweat Well Studio newsletter (those of you already on the FBW mailing list have been transferred over, so no need for extra labor!).
Freedom Barre & Wellness is a passion project founded by Erica Obando, who has spent most of her adult life observing the wellness industry from the periphery. She's invested years and thousands of dollars in both online and in-person fitness classes, only to find herself surrounded by a homogenous group of people. Frustrated by the lack of diversity in race, ethnicity, and body types in boutique fitness studios, FBW was created to help fill this void, and offer a safe, inclusive space for all people, but centering the needs of Black womxn and femmes. The goal was to create a community where every person feels seen and empowered. Through a combination of barre classes and holistic wellness practices, Erica's vision is to inspire clients to love their true selves and live a life of freedom from societal standards of what beauty and wellness should look like. When we embrace our authentic selves we feel empowered to embody our own standards for what healthy looks like on us.
Join Erica on her latest adventure, opening Sweat Well Studio, in early 2026!!!
