soaking in the sun on the earth-toned outdoor patio or sweating is equal parts hip and welcoming. Co-founders Darian Hall and Elisa Shankle opened the holistic wellness center in 2018 with the goal of creating an inclusive space for everyone, including men and with a particular focus on Black people. From the café—where you can enjoy an oat milk smoothie with activated charcoal and spirulina—to the more than 60 health practitioners and instructors from diverse backgrounds ready to lend a hand, HealHaus is exactly the calming sanctuary New Yorkers need.
