It's hard to put into words how much Spiked Wellness has meant to me. Since I first walked into the Beverly Hills studio earlier this year, it became more than just a Pilates space -- it became a home, a community, and a sanctuary for growth, strength, and sisterhood.
As a Black-owned and Black-led studio, Spiked created something truly special. There was an undeniable energy -- warm, welcoming, and empowering -- that made it easy to show up fully as myself. The classes were challenging but deeply rewarding, and the vibe was unmatched. I loved the music (always on point!) and the motivation, but what truly made it stand out was the people.
Week after week, I built bonds with the instructors and fellow women who kept showing up -- just like me -- to pour into themselves and into each other. We laughed, pushed through the burn, celebrated the small wins, and held space for one another. That kind of consistency and connection is rare, and I'll never take it for granted. I'm truly glad I found this gem of a studio -- it came into my life at just the right time.
To the staff: thank you for showing up for me. For motivating me when I wanted to slack, for seeing me, and for encouraging me to push past my limits. Your presence mattered. Your energy mattered.
To Briana -- I'm deeply, deeply grateful. Thank you for creating this space, for curating such an amazing team of instructors with kind, supportive, and inspiring energy. Your vision gave us something powerful: a place to grow, to sweat, to connect, and to feel safe in our own bodies.
It's bittersweet knowing this chapter is coming to a close, but if there's ever another Spiked studio in the greater Los Angeles area, please know I'll be there -- consistently, loyally, and with so much love. And if I ever find myself in New York, you better believe I'll be stopping by the founding studio, the birthplace of it all.
I will truly miss this place. But the impact? That stays with me forever. read more