The purpose of this group is to offer monthly educational workshops on many health and holistic living topics, including green alternatives, healthy diet, healthy kids, and to promote healthy families. This group welcomes discussion and input from its members, and looks forward to meeting with like minded individuals to expand our knowledge on holistic and green living. We plan to meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm.  Each gathering is anticipated to last anywhere from an hour to …

Specializing in Tai Chi (Taijiquan), Xingquan, Baguazhang, and Northern Shaolin Kung Fu styles for long-term, accessible, lifestyle practices for practical self-defense and wellness.  Structured for the modern individual, couple, family, and community -- this is unlike anything you have been exposed to in the past, guaranteed.  You will not find this type of practical training on a YouTube video channel, locally, or even in mainland China.The approach incorporates the paths of the Warrior, the H …

"You have to meditate and introspect and you will achieve the third dimension that is you will be able to see the beauty and goodness of others" (The Founder - H.H. Shri Mata Ji Nirmala Devi) "If you have love, you can correct people without saying anything to them because love is a supreme intelligence" (The Founder - H.H. Shri Mata Ji Nirmala Devi) “At the very outset, we have to know that truth is what it is. We cannot change it, we cannot conceptualize it, with this human awareness. We have …

We are a group of women (or men...princes are absolutely welcomed as well) who tend to say, "Calgon take me away!" or "Spa me!" on a regular basis. We know and appreciate the value of a good facial, massage, or spa day. We want and need that zen environment in our lives and we are passionate about pampering ourselves, knowing that we can only be at our best if we do...and gosh darnit we deserve it anyway! Let's get together and find all the great pampering Des Moines has to offer!! I plan to ma …

The purpose of this group is to share ideas and knowledge about Vegetarianism as well as Veganism and occasionally get together to share dishes and recipes.

I'm starting this group to find other, like-minded people: people that want to be as healthy as they can be, no matter where they are starting from; people that love to connect with other people in the area for some fun, fitness-related activities; and people that might just get bored doing the same ole thing over and over. If that sounds like you, I'd love to have you join our group! I intend to schedule a variety of activities: some that will be free, some will be family-oriented, some will be …

Description: Recovery International (RI) is a peer-led self-help group that teaches techniques to help us change thoughts and behaviors that cause psychological distress. Whether you or someone you know is looking to overcome a specific fear or phobia, are sleepless because of stress or are dealing with depression, anger, obsessive thoughts or compulsions, RI can help. We provide reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier …

The focus of this group is how self-published authors can make money. What works, what doesn't, what markets are available, and how to break into them. Writing is a lonely occupation. It involves going up inside your head and living in a dream space few others can comprehend. A lot of spouses just don't "get it." It can be long hours of solitude, and painful rejection. First from agents, then publishers. When you're finished it's hard to be objective about your own work and ideas. It's no longer …

Bicycling in Central Iowa is fun and even more fun with others! If you are a woman any age that wants to get out and exercise with the girls on our great trail system, then join this group.  Bicycling is the best way to combine social with exercise and do some exploring.

The VeloRosa Cycling Team formed out of a passion for the sport on two wheels...cycling. We exist to encourage, nurture, teach, and challenge women to get more involved in the cycling community. We welcome all women, who have an interest in two wheeled athletics, to join us as we learn, grow, and have fun together! Whether you currently enjoy leisure riding, road racing, triathlons, mountain biking, touring, or just want a fun group of women to ride the trails in Central Iowa together, then you …

The West Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department and Hounds Haven Basset Rescue invite you and your “best friend” to lace up your sneakers and get moving by joining the West Des Moines Dog Walking Club! One of the easiest ways to get some physical activity into your day is to simply take a walk and get your blood pumping. Who would appreciate it the most if you invited him along? Your dog! The fact is your dog could use the walk just as much as you can. What would be even better is having a w …

WE'RE SO GLAD YOU FOUND "Follow Your Rainbow!" We welcome any and all people who are small business owners or involved in a home business or are seeking to start a business of their own... Our MISSION is to 1) inspire... 2) educate... 3) equip... people to build and grow their own business, whatever it may be. FYR does not represent or promote any particular company/product/service. Each member brings with them passion, expertise, knowledge and experience that all members can appreciate and lear …

The Des Moines Backyard Poultry Meetup Group is for people who have small backyard flocks of chickens or other fowl for pets, eggs, and/or meat. You just might be surprised at how many people living in your neighborhood have pet chickens! There is nothing quite like walking outside in the morning to gather fresh organic eggs for your breakfast! We welcome everyone that has a small backyard flock of chickens or other backyard poultry, as well as those that are interested in getting started rais …

How do you Fuel your life? Become part of a network of women who want to explore the Des Moines area health, fitness and nutrition scene and have great fun along the way. Welcoming all women – health nuts to health newbie’s. Get out and about, be happy, be healthy! Try new fitness activities with a group, taste local healthy eats, discover new health products, or learn valuable nutrition information from local health experts – variety is the key to fueling a healthy life. Hang out with other ‘f …

This is a group for anyone living in Des Moines or surrounding areas that is interested in the ancestral or paleo/primal lifestyle. This mainly consists of eating real unprocessed high quality whole foods that humans have been eating for hundreds of thousands of years: meat, fish, eggs, nuts, vegetables, fruits and tubers. It also includes moving and exercising in natural ways that our genes are programmed for, getting enough sunlight, getting more sleep, reducing stress, playing and having fun.

I love to travel and have done so extensively, but the one problem I have found is finding like minded people to explore the world with. Do you like to travel but can't always find others to share the adventure with?  Well, let's join together and travel!!!  We'll also have Meetups to share pictures, videos and stories about our travels. I am sure you alreadly have many places you have visited that you would like to share with the group. If you are a mature over 35, single and love to travel we …

Social Justice on Tap is a fun and casual monthly meetup for people who care about fighting extreme poverty, preventable disease (like HIV/AIDS, Malaria, TB) and hunger in the poorest parts of the world. Just because we're talking about heavy issues doesn't mean we cant have a fun as well! If you have ever thought "I'm just one person, what can I possibly do?" The answer is a lot! Come join the conversation with other awesome like-minded people to learn more about local opportunities to use your …

After watching the movies, "Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead," "Forks Over Knives," and "Food Matters," you may decide, as I did, that going on a regular, healthy juicing regimen would make a huge difference in your life. So I drink freshly prepared juice, especially green juices every single day as replacement for two meals. After just a couple of weeks, it was like a "vibrant health explosion." My hair, my skin, my immune system--everything improved by leaps and bounds. Minor arthritis aches & pain …

Yoga can be defined in modern terms as being the most encompassing system of self improvement. This system aims not just at obtaining a healthy and ideal body, or a strong and positive mind. Yoga teaches us how to control and elevate our emotions and reactions to life’s events. We gradually learn to amplify all that is good in us, and transform that which is limited or painful. The ultimate goal is to become aware of our unlimited potential and true divine identity. We promote the teachings of U …

Our goal is simple: To educate and support healthy lifestyle choices by providing free community workshops. Our plan is to protect the health of our community one healthy habit at a time!