# Wellness-Focused Communities The Aerie Collective is About Connecting Mind, Body and Soul By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-03-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-aerie-collective References: [theaerie.co](http://www.theaerie.co) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/theaeriecollective) Focusing on movement, music and nutrition, the [Aerie Collective](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeries-hidden-gem-marketplace) is a wellness community dedicated to the art and science of self-love. Currently operating in Toronto and Brooklyn, the Collective runs workshops, classes and gatherings that aim to inspire a feeling of personal wellness and community. The Aerie Collective runs a series of workshops at a facility in Parry Sound, Ontario as well as pop-up workshops at the group's residential Toronto studio. The Aerie Collective's workshops are often themed and generally include ecstatic dance exercises, nutrition talks, yoga with live music, meals prepared with local ingredients by the in-house chef, as well as take home gifts and a [Kombucha](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kombucha-powder) bar. The Collective also offers private workshops, which would make a more fulfilling alternative to the traditional Vegas-style bachelorette party. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wellness-focused Communities:** The trend of wellness-focused communities aims to create an environment for individuals to connect mind, body, and soul. - **Pop-up Workshops:** The rise of pop-up workshops allows for easy access to niche communities and provides opportunities for collaboration between brands. - **Live Music in Wellness Practices:** The integration of live music into wellness practices provides a unique and immersive experience for participants and musicians alike. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Wellness Tourism:** Wellness tourism can take advantage of the growing demand for wellness-focused communities and offer packages that cater to individuals seeking a holistic travel experience. - **Event Planning:** The event planning industry can incorporate the trend of wellness-focused communities into their offerings by organizing events that prioritize the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of participants. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can align with wellness-focused communities by incorporating locally sourced, organic ingredients and offering nutritious options at events and workshops. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Moody Wellness Space Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aetherhaus.md) - [Online Wellness Communities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/online-wellness-community.md) - [Chic Contemporary Fitness Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-fitness-studio.md) - [Mindful Athletic Brand Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellness-collective.md) - [Wellness-Focused Lifestyle Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/health-club.md) - [Fitness Social Clubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pakt.md) - [Women-Focused Wellness Communities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genwell.md) - [Immersive Meditative Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sage-sound.md) - [Unique Movement-Based Practices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-movementbased-practice.md)