Who We Are

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Banyan Tree Women’s Collective (BTWC) was founded by two Bay Area women. Although they came from very different life experiences, over their years of friendship and sisterhood they shared the vision and passion to create a diverse and inclusive wellness collective founded by women for the women of their communities. 

 BTWC welcomes all allies, innovators and believers in equality to join the collective regardless of their gender or identity. We believe there is power in community.

“Diversity may be the hardest thing for a society to live with, and perhaps the most dangerous thing for a society to live without”
— William Sloane Coffin Jr.

Check out our upcoming events:

Featured
SalSAMBA
May 2
SalSAMBA

This class is designed for dancers to explore and combine some of Carmen’s favorite dance genres: Salsa, Samba, Baile Funk, and Funk. Within each class we will warm-up, drill some combinations, dance across the floor, and build our own easy-to-follow mini routine. Towards the end of class, we will challenge you to perform the routine at slow, medium, and fast tempos! We will explore different choreographies every Friday! Ready for a fun challenge?! LET’S GO!

Bands and Beats
May 2
Bands and Beats

Functional and resistance training using bands, weights, gliders and one's own body weight to improve muscle mass, balance and cardiovascular health.

Rest and Manifest: A Yoga Nidra Series
May 6
Rest and Manifest: A Yoga Nidra Series

Join us for a transformative experience through Yoga Nidra, a meditative practice often referred to as "yogic sleep."

Soothe & Ground: A Journey Through Sound and Nourishment
May 7
Soothe & Ground: A Journey Through Sound and Nourishment

Reset and recharge with a sound bath and Ayurvedic wisdom for nervous system balance. Learn stress-reducing foods and herbal remedies for lasting well-being.

SalSAMBA
May 9
SalSAMBA

This class is designed for dancers to explore and combine some of Carmen’s favorite dance genres: Salsa, Samba, Baile Funk, and Funk. Within each class we will warm-up, drill some combinations, dance across the floor, and build our own easy-to-follow mini routine. Towards the end of class, we will challenge you to perform the routine at slow, medium, and fast tempos! We will explore different choreographies every Friday! Ready for a fun challenge?! LET’S GO!

Bands and Beats
May 9
Bands and Beats

Functional and resistance training using bands, weights, gliders and one's own body weight to improve muscle mass, balance and cardiovascular health.

Ballroom Dance Fitness: Fundamentals Workshop
May 10
Ballroom Dance Fitness: Fundamentals Workshop

Looking for a fun and effective way to get in shape? Join our 90-minute foundational ballroom dance fitness class!

Rest and Manifest: A Yoga Nidra Series
May 13
Rest and Manifest: A Yoga Nidra Series

Join us for a transformative experience through Yoga Nidra, a meditative practice often referred to as "yogic sleep."

Brain Food: Nutrition for Mental Wellness
May 14
Brain Food: Nutrition for Mental Wellness

Explore the connection between stress, mental health, and nutrition in this interactive workshop. Learn practical tools to nourish your brain and nervous system with food and herbs.

SalSAMBA
May 16
SalSAMBA

This class is designed for dancers to explore and combine some of Carmen’s favorite dance genres: Salsa, Samba, Baile Funk, and Funk. Within each class we will warm-up, drill some combinations, dance across the floor, and build our own easy-to-follow mini routine. Towards the end of class, we will challenge you to perform the routine at slow, medium, and fast tempos! We will explore different choreographies every Friday! Ready for a fun challenge?! LET’S GO!