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Health ≥ Exercise + Diet

Health has become a buzzword, often reduced to our bodies, routines, and diet. We have a more holistic view, one that includes relationships, communities, and our sense of connection. Turns out, health is a concept that deserves more thought. Here’s how we’ve begun to explore it.

  • All are welcome.
    Every level.
  • Real places.
    Real people.
  • New experiences.
    Lasting impact.
  • Stronger you.
    Stronger community.

// Nine pathways. One equation. A growing impact.

Health is More than the Body

Health Value

How do We Measure Health?

Health Value (HV) is the value created when a health action—represented by its Health Category—is raised to the power of the scale of people impacted, represented by its Impact Order. Health Value isn’t numerical; its true value is measured through a proxy that accounts for engagement and behavior.

HV = CI

HV
Health Value
C
Category
I
Impact Order

See it in Action

A simple example.

HV C I = 1
  • You create Value
  • Category Sport
  • Impact Order Personal
  • Mind Think & Reflect
  • Healing Restore & Recover
  • Nature Connect Naturally
  • Movement Move Together
  • Explore Find New Paths
  • Craft Make With Your Hands
  • Nourish Eat Well Together
  • Sport Play & Compete
  • Culture Share Traditions

Health Category

The 9 Health Categories

Our nine Health Categories represent different ways healthy action can take place, from Movement and Nature to Culture, Mind, and Craft. An activity can explore one category or bring several together. These nine are our starting point for exploring how health takes shape in our lives, relationships, and communities.

  1. Personal For you
  2. Group Your circle
  3. Community Our communities

Impact Order

Health at Scale

Impact Order reflects how many people a health activity reaches: Personal, Group, or Community. But bigger isn’t always better. Every activity has the potential to create meaningful impact, regardless of its reach.

Health in Action

Health is meant to be experienced. Health Cards turn our philosophy into action, connecting Health Categories and Impact Order to gatherings, challenges, and activities you can experience. Find something that speaks to you. Join the action. Have a blast.

  • MOVEMENT 36 Going

    June 8, 2024 • 6:30 AM

    Piedmont Park, ATL

  • NATURE 48 Going

    May 25, 2024 • 9:00 AM

    West End, ATL

  • EXPLORE 22 Going

    June 9, 2024 • 8:00 AM

    Sweetwater Creek, GA

  • HEALING 28 Going

    June 15, 2024 • 9:00 AM

    Lake Claire Park, ATL

  • NOURISH 40 Going

    June 21, 2024 • 6:00 PM

    West End, ATL

  • CULTURE 52 Going

    June 22, 2024 • 7:00 PM

    Fourth Ward Park, ATL

  • SPORT 16 Going

    June 2, 2024 • 4:00 PM

    Adams Park, ATL

  • CRAFT 18 Going

    June 29, 2024 • 10:00 AM

    Atlanta Maker Space

  • MIND 18 Going

    May 28, 2024 • 7:00 PM

    Virtual (Zoom)

Sunrise Run Club

Move for the joy of it.

About this Activity

A relaxed group run and stretch along the park loop. Every pace is welcome, and no one runs alone.

Health Benefits

Boosts heart and lung health, lifts your mood, improves sleep, and builds steady daily energy.

Who it Impacts

Runners of every level, plus the neighbours who join us for the cool-down.

Date / Time / Location

Date
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Time
6:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Location
Piedmont Park 1320 Monroe Dr NE Atlanta, GA 30306
Entry Fee
Free

What to Bring

  • Water
  • Hat
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Community Garden Project

Get outside. Stay grounded.

About this Activity

Create and maintain a garden that provides fresh food, brings people together, and strengthens the health of our community.

Health Benefits

Improves physical health, reduces stress, builds social connections, and promotes environmental stewardship.

Who it Impacts

This activity creates lasting benefits for the entire community.

Date / Time / Location

Date
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Time
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Vilaj Community Garden 123 Greenway Ave Atlanta, GA 30314
Entry Fee
$25 per person

What to Bring

  • Gloves
  • Water
  • Hat
  • Tools
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Waterfall Trail Hike

Live with intention.

About this Activity

A guided half-day hike to the falls, with short stops to read the trail, spot wildlife, and share a snack.

Health Benefits

Builds endurance and balance, clears the mind, and reconnects you with the outdoors.

Who it Impacts

Small groups of explorers discovering the nature that sits right next to home.

Date / Time / Location

Date
Sunday, June 9, 2024
Time
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location
Sweetwater Creek State Park 1750 Mt Vernon Rd Lithia Springs, GA 30122
Entry Fee
$10 per person

What to Bring

  • Water
  • Hat
  • Gloves
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Lakeside Restorative Yoga

Rest is part of progress.

About this Activity

A gentle yoga and breath-work flow by the water, finishing with a guided meditation.

Health Benefits

Eases tension, lowers stress, improves flexibility, and supports deeper, better rest.

Who it Impacts

Anyone recovering, resetting, or simply needing a calm hour for themselves.

Date / Time / Location

Date
Saturday, June 15, 2024
Time
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location
Lake Claire Park 400 Hardendorf Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307
Entry Fee
$15 per person

What to Bring

  • Water
  • Hat
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Community Kitchen Night

Feed yourself from the soil.

About this Activity

Prepare a seasonal, plant-forward meal side by side with local cooks, then sit down and share it.

Health Benefits

Builds healthy cooking habits, improves nutrition, and turns mealtime into connection.

Who it Impacts

Families and neighbours who want to eat better and eat together.

Date / Time / Location

Date
Friday, June 21, 2024
Time
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location
West End Community Center 1111 Oglethorpe Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30310
Entry Fee
$20 per person

What to Bring

  • Gloves
  • Water
  • Utensils
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Drum Circle & Stories

Explore the world’s traditions.

About this Activity

An open drum circle and storytelling evening led by local artists. Instruments are provided for everyone.

Health Benefits

Reduces stress, sharpens focus, and strengthens a sense of belonging and identity.

Who it Impacts

Neighbours of every age and background, together in one circle.

Date / Time / Location

Date
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Historic Fourth Ward Park 680 Dallas St NE Atlanta, GA 30308
Entry Fee
Free

What to Bring

  • Water
  • Hat
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Open Play Basketball

Show up and play.

About this Activity

Pick-up games on rotating teams after a short skills warm-up. All levels mixed and matched.

Health Benefits

Builds cardio fitness, coordination, and teamwork while keeping competition friendly.

Who it Impacts

Players of all levels and the friends who come out to cheer them on.

Date / Time / Location

Date
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Time
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location
Adams Park 1620 Delowe Dr SW Atlanta, GA 30311
Entry Fee
Free

What to Bring

  • Water
  • Hat
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Build & Make Workshop

Make things with your hands.

About this Activity

A hands-on session building planter boxes and benches for the neighbourhood garden, guided by local makers.

Health Benefits

Improves focus and fine-motor skills, builds confidence, and gives a real sense of accomplishment.

Who it Impacts

Makers, learners, and the whole block that gets to enjoy what we build.

Date / Time / Location

Date
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Time
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location
Atlanta Maker Space 640 Glenwood Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30316
Entry Fee
$25 per person

What to Bring

  • Gloves
  • Tools
  • Water
  • Hat
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Mindful Conversations

Clear thoughts, steady spirit.

About this Activity

Small-group conversations on a weekly theme, opened with a short guided reflection.

Health Benefits

Lowers anxiety, builds empathy, and strengthens focus and emotional resilience.

Who it Impacts

Anyone looking for meaningful conversation and a calmer, clearer mind.

Date / Time / Location

Date
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location
Virtual (Zoom) link sent after you RSVP
Entry Fee
Free

What to Bring

  • Water
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