Making Impact,
One Young Girl At A Time
Cultivating Wellness, Empowerment and Creativity for Your School Community
At Melanin & Muscles, we are proud to be a Certified NYC DOE Vendor specializing in holistic wellness and self-care programming tailored for young girls & women. Our mission is to empower students, parents, and caregivers with tools to build confidence, foster resilience, and create lasting wellness habits. We provide unique, impactful offerings, and products that stand apart in delivering transformative experiences.
The Melanin & Muscles Difference
Our workshops directly align with the DOE’s objectives to enhance social-emotional learning, mental health, and family engagement by uniquely integrating custom-designed tools like affirmation decks and journals that resonate with diverse communities. Through highly interactive, culturally relevant programming, we address both individual growth and community wellness, ensuring lasting impact beyond the classroom.
Tailored Offerings for Your School
At Melanin & Muscles, we know that no two school communities are the same. That’s why we offer three distinct packages designed to meet the unique needs of your students, parents, and caregivers.
Each program is crafted to create lasting change, inspire confidence, and foster wellness. Explore our offerings below to find the perfect fit for your school.
Package 1:
Strong Girls
Bright Futures
Who It’s For: Girls, grades 4-12
Group Size: Max 25 students per session
What It Includes:
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4 sessions (1 hour each) focusing on building confidence, emotional resilience, and self-care habits.
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Interactive activities like “Mirror Affirmations” and vision board creation and group discussions & more.
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Custom products for every participant, including journals and affirmation decks.
Why It Matters:
This program equips young girls with the tools they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. By fostering self-confidence and resilience, we set students on a path to success both in and out of the classroom.
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Package 2:
Nurturing the Nurturers
Who It’s For: Parents, Caregivers, Teachers & Staff Members
What It Includes:
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3 sessions (1.5 hours each) designed to reduce stress and improve family communication.
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Guided mindfulness practices, wellness strategies, and open discussions on supporting children’s growth.
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Custom self-care planners and affirmation decks.
Why It Matters:
Healthy, empowered caregivers are essential to student success. This program provides practical tools for caregivers to prioritize their own wellness while becoming stronger advocates for their children.
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Package 3:
Bright Futures Unified Workshop Series
Who It’s For: Students and caregivers together.
What It Includes:
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8 sessions (4 student-focused, 2 caregiver-focused, 2 joint sessions).
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Collaborative activities like shared family vision boards, dance sessions, panel discussions and joint affirmations.
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Custom products for both students and caregivers to promote ongoing learning and wellness.
Why It Matters:
This holistic approach strengthens family bonds while addressing individual wellness needs. By uniting students and caregivers in shared goals, we build a foundation for long-term community success.
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Why Choose Us?
Choose Individual Workshops That Make an Immediate Impact
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Confidence & Resilience: Empower studentsto face challenges with emotional tools.
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Vision Boards: Strengthen connections through creative, goal-oriented activities.
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Self-Care Essentials: Introduce students & caregivers to simple, effective self-care practices.
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Create a Unique Program With Fully Customizable Packages
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Mix & Match: Combine elements from any of our offerings to create a personalized package.
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Tailored Content: Align workshops with your school’s goals, themes, or calendar.
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Flexible Formats: Choose from in-person, virtual, or hybrid options to maximize engagement
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Our Comprehensive Approach Sets Us Apart
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Wellness Redefined: It's experienced, not just taught.
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Creative Integration: Activities integrate art, design, creativity, and self-care.
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Uplifting: Atmospheres are designed to motivate and uplift students, parents, and educators.
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Hands-On Engagement: Sessions include immersive, hands-on activities for active participation.
Proven Success Aligned with DOE Priorities: ​We support social-emotional learning, mental health, and equity—key pillars of the DOE’s mission.Our workshops have consistently delivered measurable outcomes, including improved confidence, reduced stress, and stronger family engagement.
IN BUILDING CONFIDENT STUDENTS & THRIVING COMMUNITIES ONE WELLNESS JOURNEY AT A TIME
Let's Get Started!
We would love the opportunity to partner with your school to bring these transformative programs to your community. Contact Us below.​​