by thesavageway | Aug 15, 2014 | services
AIR. Three simple letters. We breathe it. We fly through it. And now, we exercise in it!
AIR® – Aerial Fitness is the newest fitness concept to hit the Charlotte market. Located on Providence Road in the ever-popular Myers Park neighborhood, AIR® is elevating the group class dynamic to a new level (no really, they are taking things into the air).
AIR® is a suspension based fitness program that utilizes aerial silks and body weight to create long, lean muscles. We’re not talking circus tricks or crazy stunts; think beautiful silk hammocks secured to the ceiling that are perfect for elevated planks, pull ups and hanging upside down of course! Elite trainers lead every workout.
On Tuesday evening, the ladies of #thesavageway held a VIP Party for a group of exceptional Charlotte women. These media members, bloggers, fitness enthusiasts and Instagram lovers came together for a sneak peek of this amazing new studio.
The evening began by the ladies getting comfortable in workout clothes and barefeet. Guests helped themselves to some Skinnygirl wine, Mellow Mushroom hummus, Bruks Bars bites and samples of Viva Raw.
As the networking and catching up began, so did the fun in the air. Groups took to the silks six at a time to try their hand at this creative workout regime. Incorporating silks into a workout brings a difficulty level that it not necessarily expected. The ladies swayed, jumped, climbed and flipped in their hammocks – all with huge smiles across their faces.
Headquartered in Chicago, AIR® Charlotte is the third location for owner Shama Patel. Other locations include two in Chicago. Los Angeles, New York City, Dallas and more Chicago studios are opening in the coming months.
The Myers Park location is slated to officially open at the end of August but in the mean time, check out their website to try out some free classes! Full class schedule, membership packages and further details on this new studio can be found here as well.
AIR® is definitely a different way to work out, but give it a shot. You may just soar!
AIR® Myers Park
1043-C Providence Rd
by thesavageway | Aug 12, 2014 | services
What do you get when you combine 34 varieties of craft beer on tap, a delicious chef-driven menu and close proximity to the Bank of America Stadium? You get two very happy #thesavageway ladies!
Last week, we had the honor of attending Media Night for one of the newest spots in the Queen City, Draught.
Draught is located off of Cedar Street in Charlotte’s Third Ward (in the former Hartigan’s location).
When entering Draught, you immediately notice the warm wood walls, industrial lighting fixtures and open floor plan. Turn the corner and you are treated to a beautiful mural on the back wall courtesy of Matt Moore and Matt Hooker. (these amazing artists were painting live during the media event.) Talk about a showstopper.
Head downstairs and you enter the “overflow area” on a busy night / beautiful private event space. A second bar, separate bathrooms and private dining are sure to be key to getting Charlotteans to want to have their next party here. Details on rentals are still being discussed but this appears to be the perfect setting for a rehearsal dinner, birthday party or holiday festivities.
The ambiance is warm and inviting, yet the appeal as a sports bar remains intact. There are plenty of televisions (32 to be exact) to catch your favorite sports team and the addition of the garage style doors will prove to be a huge asset to this Uptown location. Everyone loves a patio here in Charlotte, and Draught is no exception.
When it comes to the food, we were more than impressed. Being a draft beer bar, we expected the usual bar-type foods, however we were pleasantly surprised when deviled eggs and avocado salsa were brought to the table as appetizers.
Deviled Egg Trio: traditional with house dill pickle – avocado stuffed with confit red onion – crab stuffed dusted in old bay with preserved lemon aioli
Avocado Salsa: diced avocado, tomatoes, red onions, jalapenos, cilantro, lime sour cream, house chips
The menu continues to surprise with the likes of Tequila Lime Shrimp with Rice, Hoisin Glazed Scallops, Korean Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps and what seemed to be a huge hit – Kitchen Sink Meatloaf.
Tequila Lime Shrimp with Rice
All in all, Draught has done a great job with renovations and recreating a space that appeals to both men and women. Solid drink and food offerings too! You will definitely find #thesavageway ladies hanging out at this gem! Welcome to Charlotte!
Draught
Address: 601 S. Cedar Street
Website: http://www.draughtcharlotte.com/
Prices Range: $6 – $18
Hours: Sun-Wed 11am-12am / Thurs-Sat 11am-2am
