This initiative brings a bold question to the center of our work: What does emotional freedom look like for Black men? Through fellowships, coaching, workshops, and peer circles, we are nurturing the conditions for Black men to heal, grow, and lead from a place of AUTHENTICY. We invite THEM to return to themselves—and to each other—with truth, imagination, and power.
It looks like a curated ecosystem of programs, practitioners, and creative interventions—all designed with our community in mind. We recognize that everyone learns, heals, and connects differently (we see you, Neuro-SPICE 👀) —so we innovate across modalities to create meaningful, trauma-informed experiences.
Explore one of our offerings below. Try it on. It just might fit what you’ve been needing.
1:1 PEER COAHCING | COMMUNITY NAVIGATIONS
MOVEMENT SESSIONS | FITNESS CLASSES
MINDFULNESS WORKSHOPS | COURSES
Case Studies & Testimonials
Case Study: The Healing Circle
How a six-week inner work series reduced anxiety and boosted confidence for 12 participants.
Testimonial: “I Found My Voice”
A personal reflection from a youth member about reclaiming agency through storytelling.
Program Impact: Drop The Act
What happened when expressive healing met real-life readiness in a school-based cohort.
Case Study: The Healing Circle
This 6-week pilot brought together 12 participants in a space of consistent reflection, mindfulness, and storytelling. After the program:
- 83% reported decreased anxiety
- 92% felt more confident using emotional vocabulary
- Participants requested a follow-up cohort for deepening
The Healing Circle is now being integrated into our membership onboarding series.
Testimonial: “I Found My Voice”
“I used to hold everything in. I didn’t even know I was allowed to feel what I feel. After being in Create The Space, I felt seen, safe, and strong. I found the words that were always there – I just didn’t know how to speak them.”
– Participant, Inner Work series (age 22)
Program Impact: Drop The Act
Over 8 weeks at McClymonds High School, 10 students participated in the Drop The Act series. They learned emotional regulation, practiced embodied storytelling, and co-created a final group performance for their peers. Faculty noted improved attendance and positive peer dynamics among participants.
>> EVENTS / ACTIVATIONS
2ME4U: Stories of Self Exploration from the Heart
Our semi-monthly Black male storytelling showcase. Open to the public.
This experience is centers Black male identifying participants and their raw, unfiltered, and vulnerable truths. Never told, unrehearsed, and from the heart.
It’s a whole vibe, with couches, a DJ, and open-mic for the brave and vulnerable.
To learn more or participate - CLICK.
RSVP LINK: HERE
BETween THe LInes: Exploring Diversity in Black voices
Our semi-monthly Black male + Black female conversation experienced through movement. Open to the public.
This unique movement-based experience is centers Black male and Black female identifying participants who want to explore the depth and understanding of their counterparts thoughts and voices when it comes to matters that are meaningful to our community.
Open to the public.
To learn more or participate - CLICK.
RSVP LINK: HERE
Community ‘Luck: A Member’s Collaboration
Our monthly community potluck experience. Open to the public.
This experience is for our entire community of supporters, followers, and participants. We want to invite you out to commune in fellowship for the support of Black men’s health and community wellness.
Bring a dish, a friend, or just a welcoming smile. All are welcomed - we just ask that you RSVP so we can prepare our hosts!
Break Bread // Build Bridges
RSVP LINK: HERE
>> WELLNESS PROGRAMMING
WORK IT OUT WEDNESEDAY (MEN’S CIRCLE)
Our bi-monthly Black men’s enrichment forum for members only.
This experience is for our audience that is seeking more access to more discovery with our team of coaches, therapists, and psychologists. By choosing to join our village gain access:
*Monthly members only forum with direct access to TWO coaches + ONE therapist
*Private CTS network of culturally reflective clinical experts
TUNING TUESDAYS
Our weekly wellness TAICHI, QIGONG, and ENERGY experience. Open to all public.
InnerG-based movement practice, stemming from diasporic martial arts influence. Taught weekly on Tuesdays by Santos, for all bodies who uplift our vision.
Our monthly subscription package for the individual who wants to commit to a weekly yoga community for Black men.
UNCONDITIONAL WORD MEDITATION
Our weekly guided meditation. Open to the public.
Includes mirror work, journal, and chant modalities to explore the art of relaxation and meditation, facilitated by Jordan Benn.
RSVP LINK: HERE
>> WORKSHOPS / CLASSES
DROP THE ACT: Deconstructing the performative norm
Our proprietary 6-Week Emotional Resilience course for Black men.
For individuals or the audience seeking support, community, reflection, growth, expansion, change, and magic.
Includes 5 separate but sequential modules. Live instructor and LMS digital learning portal. Meets twice weekly 1) Instructional / Discussion session followed with 1) Workshopping / Developmental session.
LEARN MORE: HERE
>> RETREATS and EXPERIENCES
Join Create The Space for a 3-day in-person Visioning Retreat experience. Bring in the new year with intention and vision, supported by the enrichment of collective fucus. The Ubuntu Visioning Retreat is a space curated for black men to step into the new year with intention, clarity, and power. The experience will include 2.5 days of programming led by dedicated and skilled practitioners who have committed to the support of attaining meaningful change or achievements toward our goals.