PilaTEA

Begin your day with a blend of mindful movement and quiet reflection in the serene setting of the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. This immersive wellness experience, PilaTEA: A Sacred Fusion of Pilates Movement + Tea Ceremony, takes place on Friday, May 2 and offers participants a chance to connect through intentional practices.

The morning begins with a 45-minute Pilates flow led by Christa Cantillo, a Miami-based holistic personal trainer with nearly two decades of experience blending yoga, Pilates and sound healing. Her sessions incorporate elements such as drumming, chimes and crystal bowls to enhance the physical and energetic benefits of movement.

Following the Pilates practice, Tara Benmeleh, a tea ceremonialist known for creating sacred spaces, will guide a reflective tea ceremony rooted in intuition and connection. Her approach centers on cultivating stillness and honoring nature through the meditative ritual of tea.

Together, these two practices offer a grounding and expansive start to the day.