Cohesive Movement Center Offers Unique Aerial Fitness Concept
Story by Mike May | Photos by Frank Koester
The newly opened Cohesive Movement Center brings a unique aerial fitness concept to the western communities.
Owners Rosie Wandell and Jill Atkinson are committed to building a connected fitness community in the area. Both women, who have been friends for years, have the necessary professional credentials and passion to accomplish this task. Both are certified nutrition coaches, physical trainers, and trained strength and conditioning coaches. They are also experienced ballerinas and know what they are talking about in the world of health, fitness, physical activity and nutrition.
Both agree that the keys to good health are what you eat, what you drink, how often you physically move and what you do in the area of physical activity. To help local residents become more fit, Wandell and Atkinson recently opened the Cohesive Movement Center (CMC) at the southeast corner of State Road 7 and Southern Blvd. in the plaza with Home Depot.
This new 2,200-square-foot fitness facility officially opened its doors on July 1 and is open seven days a week. Wandell and Atkinson are driven by their mission statement: “To create a safe, empowering space for movement artists, athletes and newcomers to train, connect and evolve. At CMC, we aim to blur the lines between art and fitness, providing tools for self-expression, strength and personal growth.”
Wandell said that it’s a joy to transform the CMC concept from an idea into reality.
“In a nutshell, Cohesive Movement Center is South Florida’s home for aerial, movement and community,” she explained. “At CMC, we’re more than just a studio. We’re a movement hub where confidence, creativity and community come together. Whether you’re stepping into your first aerial class, or you’re a seasoned aerialist looking to expand your training, we provide a space where all levels are welcome, and everybody is celebrated.”
With rates of physical inactivity reaching pandemic proportions in the U.S., the emergence of this new fitness opportunity is timely and important. While the main target audience is the female fitness enthusiast, people of all ages are welcome.
“We cater to clients as young as six years old, and we have no age limit cap,” Atkinson said. “If you are healthy to move, we are happy to help you.”
While the western communities currently have a number of fitness outlets for people to go for a workout or participate in an exercise class, Wandell and Atkinson noted that CMC fills a unique void.
“Nobody does what we do,” Atkinson said. “We are not your typical gym experience.”
According to Atkinson, the purpose of its many fitness classes is to help people get fitter, stronger and healthier. As a result, people will have a better quality of life.
“If you want to strengthen your core, expand your mobility, reduce the chances of getting injured, and improve your dynamic balance and stability, then we can help,” Wandell said. “We also provide assistance with breathing techniques.”
The types of classes at CMC include Sky Aerial Yoga, Aerial Pole, Flow Lab, Liquid Motion, Sunrise Yoga, Aerial Hoop (Lyra), Aerial Slings & Silks, Stick Mobility Lab, Pelvic Peace, Science of Flexibility and more.
When it comes to improving balance and stability, the Cohesive Movement Center can play a positive role for a wide range of athletes of all ages.
“We can really help dancers, equestrians, cheerleaders and gymnasts, as well as team sports participants who play football, flag football, soccer, lacrosse, rugby, ice hockey and basketball,” Atkinson said.
The facility’s location is particularly convenient for the local equestrian community.
“One of our goals is provide assistance to equestrian riders, as we can improve their posture, core strength and stability, which will enhance their overall competitive and training experience,” Wandell explained.
As an incentive to join CMC, new potential members are given one free group class a week, which is extended for a limited time.
To help spread the word about what is offered at the Cohesive Movement Center, Atkinson and Wandell host a weekly podcast called “Join the Movement,” which is accessible on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and posted on their web site at www.cohesivemovementcenter.com/podcast.
According to Wandell, classes get going early every day at CMC, with a full-body circuit training class beginning at 6:30 a.m. Participation in classes at the facility range from six to 20 people.
The Cohesive Movement Center is located at 9880 Southern Blvd. To learn more about what this new business has to offer, call (561) 331-2181, e-mail info@cohesivemovementcenter.com or visit www.cohesivemovementcenter.com.
