Why Small Businesses Matter
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Why Small Businesses Matter puts a spotlight on the local merchants who donate their time, talent, goods, and services for the betterment of our community. The shop local movement spreads virally as local businesses who are “tagged” have the opportunity to share their story!
You're IT Empowered Aerial Fitness!
Four questions with Aileen Creagh, owner of Empowered Aerial Fitness.
Why did you start your business?
I wanted to create a happy space for a happy community... a beautiful space, where people can come to learn, laugh, and get fit, in any order. I wanted to share the love of dance, the joy of success, and the power of self-confidence. So far, it has far exceeded my expectations in all areas. I could not have dreamed of a better community! The joy I get from seeing them come together in sweat, bruises, and blisters to conquer their insecurities and goals is magical!
What is your best-selling product/service?
Our group classes by far. We offer several services like group classes, private and semi-private lessons, studio rentals, and parties. But our students definitely love our group classes the most, whether pole, hammock, hoop, or floor-based.
We got our signs from Fast Signs and will be using them again. The studio was built by a contractor from Stamford, and the mirrors were done by Glass Express Solutions of Stamford ... to name a few.
Have you "reimagined" your small business?
My studio was "born" during the pandemic. opening on August 31, 2020! Everything was re-imagined while we were building it; from things like Swiffer sweepers for all and no equipment sharing to extra sets of hammocks and time between classes. But the staff, space, and community are even more amazing than I imagined they would be.
Aileen nominates Carrozza Fitness and Life Cycle, both in Stamford, to be featured next!
Empowered Aerial Fitness is located at 316 Courtland Avenue in Stamford. Visit Empowered Aerial Fitness online here, and make sure to check out their Facebook and Instagram pages as well!
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