Ascend Wellness FIT Studio

06/19/2026

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06/19/2026

Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your amazing event!!

It takes a village... and wow, did our community show up. 💚

The Big Dig isn't just a summer camp. It's a chance for kids with and without disabilities to learn, play, explore, and grow together while building friendships and learning about accessibility and inclusion.

Because of the generosity of these amazing community partners, we're able to provide this experience completely FREE for local families.

A huge thank you to:
🧡 Prairie Sky Breads Minot
🎨 Taube Museum of Art
🧘 Ascend Wellness FIT Studio
🏓 Citizens Alley
🏓 Minot Area Pickleball Association
🏥 Trinity Health Foundation
📱 SRT Communications
🧃 Morelli's Distributing

Thank you for believing in this camp, these kids, and the importance of creating opportunities where everyone belongs.

We can't wait to DIG IN next week! ⛏️

06/09/2026

We are so proud of our incredible FIT Studio community and the commitment you make to yourselves every time you step onto your mat. 🌿✨

There is something truly special about taking our practice outdoors feeling the earth beneath our feet, the wind on our skin, and the sounds of nature surrounding us. These moments remind us to slow down, reconnect, and return to the present. Nature has a beautiful way of grounding us, restoring our energy, and breathing life back into our souls.

Whether you’re joining us in the studio or under the open sky, we are grateful to share this journey with you. When life feels busy, overwhelming, or disconnected, know that you always have a place here a home away from home.

Come move, breathe, heal, and grow alongside our incredible instructors and community as we continue to align our minds, bodies, and souls. 🤍 Thank you, Abby, for a beautiful Kundalini Yoga class! ✨

06/03/2026

🤍 The Heart Behind Ascend Wellness FIT Studio 🤍

At Ascend Wellness FIT Studio, our mission has always been about so much more than movement and that vision starts with our owner and founder, Melinda Howe, CRNA, FNP-C, APRN.

Melinda’s dream was never simply to open a fitness studio. Her goal was to create a community-centered space where people feel welcomed, supported, and cared for no matter where they are on their wellness journey. A place where movement becomes healing, friendships are built, and every person who walks through our doors feels like part of the Ascend family.

Behind every class, every event, every improvement, and every opportunity we offer is someone working tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all possible. Melinda continually asks one question: “What do our people need?” Then she works endlessly to help provide it.

From creating a safe and encouraging atmosphere to supporting instructors, members, and staff, she leads with compassion and a genuine desire to help others become healthier, happier, and more connected.

The community we are building today exists because of her belief that wellness should be accessible, supportive, and centered around people not just programs.

✨ We’d love to hear from you! Comment below and share your favorite FIT Studio memory, a class that impacted you, or something you’re grateful for about Melinda and the community she’s helped create.

Melinda, thank you for believing in this vision, for investing in our community, and for creating a place where so many people have found healing, strength, friendship, and belonging. We are so grateful for you. 🤍

06/01/2026

✨ We’re already at the end of Jessica’s 3-week Hot Power Sculpt series! 🔥

Join us as we wrap things up with a special Citizens Alley Yoga with Jessica DuPuis, ending with an invigorating cold plunge experience ❄️🧘‍♀️

This is the perfect way to celebrate all the strength, sweat, and growth from the past three weeks together.

☀️ Weather permitting — if rain makes an appearance, class will be moved into the studio.

Come flow, reset, and finish this series strong with us 🤍

06/01/2026

✨ THIS WEEK AT ASCEND WELLNESS FIT STUDIO ✨

Join us on the mat this week for movement, mindfulness, and connection 🤍

We’re also excited to officially welcome Abby Sokolinski to the FIT Studio team!

🧘 NEW CLASSES WITH ABBY
Kundalini Yoga
Wednesdays + Fridays | 8:00 AM

Dosha Balancing Yoga
Fridays | 9:20 AM

Take time for yourself this week — whether you’re looking to energize, restore, strengthen, or simply slow down, there’s a class for you.

Reserve your spot in the Ascend Wellness FIT Studio app ✨

06/01/2026

✨ Awaken your energy with Kundalini Yoga ✨
Kundalini Yoga is a powerful practice that combines breathwork, repetitive movement, meditation, and mindfulness to strengthen the body, calm the nervous system, and deepen self-awareness. This practice invites you to reconnect inward, build resilience, and create space for balance and transformation.

Join Abby every Wednesday & Friday at 8:00 AM at Ascend Wellness FIT Studio for this energizing and grounding experience. All levels welcome 🤍

05/28/2026

Tonight!

The Dakotan City Council & Mayoral Debate is officially set!

Join us for an important night in Minot as The Dakotan brings together the candidates for a live Mayoral and City Council Debate.

We’re also proud to announce that we are teaming up again with K-Hits 106 • Minot, ND • 106.9 FM to help bring the debate to even more people. The debate will be available live on The Dakotan pages and live on air with K-Hits @ 106.9 FM.

📍 Location: Central Campus, Downtown Minot
📅 Date: May 28, 2026
🚪 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
🎤 Debate Begins: 6:30 PM
📺 Live on The Dakotan
📻 On Air with K-Hits 106.9 FM

This is an opportunity for voters to hear directly from the candidates, compare their visions for Minot, and stay informed ahead of Election Day.

Mayoral Candidates:
Mark Jantzer
Josiah Roise

City Council Candidates:
Isaiah Keller
David Wiley
Joan Hawbaker
L. John MacMartin
Nicole Brasfield
Eric Locken
Stephen Podrygula

Have a question you want asked? Scan the QR code on the debate graphic to submit questions for the candidates.

A special thank you to our sponsors and partners helping make this event possible:

VoHo Builders Minot
Magic City Hoagies & Sweets
Grain & Thunder Media Company
Ascend Wellness
Arny’s 2.0 / Off the Vine
Northern Plains Massage
K-Hits 106

05/18/2026

Your weekly reminder that movement doesn’t have to be punishment — it can be healing, empowering, sweaty, fun, and something you actually look forward to 💫
Check out this week’s schedule and come take a class with us at the studio!

05/18/2026

New week. New chances to move your body, clear your mind, and show up for yourself ✨
From hot flows to strength, sculpt, barre, and Pilates — there’s a space for you here. Grab your spot on the app and let’s move together 🤍