Charleston is home to many opportunities for exercise, whether you enjoy lifting weights, dancing for a little cardio action, or boxing for a full-body workout. Use this guide as a resource for all things fitness in the Holy City.
Pro tip: Not sure which to try first? Try out multiple gyms with a free trial on ClassPass.
CrossFit Wando is open from 5 a.m.-5:30 p.m. to help you meet your fitness goals.
Photo by Shaughn Tillman + CrossFit Wando
For those who believe burpees are a lifestyle
Crossfit Wando | Check out the traditional CrossFit memberships, hybrid fitness classes for those not quite ready for full-fledged CrossFit, and the iD Program, which offers personalized programming for people who want to work toward fitness goals.
Strike a pose and feel your best, check out the classes Jane Do offers.
Balance & Beyond | 12-1 p.m. | Healing Hands Wellness, Mount Pleasant | Free | Join this exercise class to improve stability, strength, and confidence + prevent falls. Monday Apps | Monday, Jan. 6-Monday, Nov. 30 | Times vary | The Kickin’ Chicken | Price of purchase | Enjoy special prices on appetizers like cheese curds, stuffed pretzels, buffalo chicken dip, fried pickles, and more, every Monday.*
Tuesday, Jan. 7
Omakase Tuesdays | Times vary | 167 Sushi Bar | $180+ | This intimate 24-seat sushi bar will feature a chef-curated, multi-course Omakase menu showcasing premium fish. The Tuesday Night Comedy Show | 9-10 p.m. | Cedar Creek Tavern | Free | Prepare for a night of laughs at this stand-up comedy show.
The West Ashley Home Team BBQ is temporarily closed for maintenance. Follow along on Instagram for updates on reopening dates. If you’re craving the smoked wings and Alabama white sauce, you can get your fix at one of the three other Lowcountry locations.
Eat
Mark your calendars and book your reservations: Marbled & Fin will offer weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., starting on Jan. 18, with an official launch on Saturday, Jan. 25. Guests can look forward to classic brunch items with an elevated twist, like brunch caviar service and a weekend roast.
Try This
This Thursday, Jan. 9, from 6 until 8:30 p.m. The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art at the College of Charleston School of the Arts is hosting its second annual New Year Free-for-all. The event includes an hour of art-making with fun twists, followed by a party.
Cause
When Rutledge Cab Co. closed in October, ~$20,000 in products were donated to East Cooper Meals on Wheels. The donation filled the nonprofit’s car + took two trips to deliver the items. Fun fact: East Cooper Meals on Wheels delivers over 400 meals daily. (The Post and Courier)
Number
80. That’s how many years of business The Beach Company is celebrating this year. The residential and commercial real estate company has also named Dan Doyle as its new president. Doyle is taking over for John Darby, who will continue his role as CEO and chairman of the board.
Biz
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The Buy
The Buy
The Goddess app. Made for women, by women, this comprehensive well-being library includes meditations, yoga sessions, breathing exercises, and podcasts. Right now, Premium subscriptions are 75% off — you’ll get lifetime access, plus unlock your Archetype Personality Analysis.
You can almost taste it.Restaurant Week is just around the corner. The foodie tradition will return this Thursday, Jan. 9, and run through Sunday, Jan. 19.
If you’re looking to try a new spot or visit an old favorite, stay tuned — we’re working on a guide that will break down all the participating Charleston restaurants + the hot deals they’re serving up.
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