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try a free trial classSeptember 2026 Newsletter
I think more than any other month, September has always been a time of major transition in life. It's back-to-school time, which requires adjustments in our routines, the people in our lives, the traffic patterns, etc., and the impact ripples well beyond those actually attending school. The weather begins to change and the days get noticeably shorter. We harvest from our gardens and try desperately to pass along the now too plentiful tomatoes, zucchini, and other wonders of summer.
Transitions can be challenging even when we view them as positive, so be patient with yourself and those around you during these times. Take care to eat well, and be sure to exercise your body to help both your muscles and your brain manage the stress of change. At the end of the month, we'll be kicking off our October challenges for kids and adults, a great way to motivate your practice and training routines at this time of year!
There's lots to look forward to in the coming month, from challenges to our Autumn Festival to a new opportunity to collect those awesome summer stickers you may have missed. And don't forget to check out our new app for announcements, review videos, and more! Find the Spark Member app in your favorite app store, download it (it's free!), and enter code 3768 to find our studio.
