At Rafiki Coalition, we believe movement is medicine. Our year-round, fitness-focused programs provide accessible, culturally affirming classes that support physical and mental well-being. From strength training, yoga, and meditation to Afro-Caribbean dance, boxing, and mobility training, we offer options for all levels.

Movement is not only a powerful way to engage your body but a wonderful way to connect with your community. Each year, hundreds of participants improve their health through our programs, with 95% reporting increased strength, energy, and reduced stress. We are building a healthier, more connected community—one movement at a time.

Join us and make wellness a part of your routine. Check our online calendar and social media for classes.

First Saturdays are our way of curating an event that brings together everything Rafiki has to offer. By combining services from our CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) clinic with wellness activities, First Saturdays serve as a vibrant, holistic event that tends to the mind, body, and soul. Our "neighborhood health party" is the perfect opportunity to connect with the community while promoting personal wellness. As always, we provide a free, healthy lunch at every event. 

This spring, we are thrilled to collaborate with the SF Bike Coalition and Operation Genesis for another fun and adventurous 12-week program! Our goal is to introduce middle to high school students to the excitement of biking, safely explore new parts of their community, and teach them how to construct and maintain their own bicycles. We provide eco-friendly transportation options while promoting restorative practices among young individuals. Through family bike rides around the bay, we aim to create occasions for different age groups to bond and learn to support each other. We firmly believe that our restorative life skills circles- featuring youth, mental health professionals, and various organizations- will empower them to enhance emotional intelligence and learn to navigate their feelings and any challenges they may have encountered or contributed to.

To learn more about this program, please email our Program Manager, Destiny Williams, at dwilliams@rafikicoalition.org.

At Rafiki, we believe wellness extends beyond physical health; it is also about connection, joy, and community support. Our social events are created to bring people together to break bread, unwind, celebrate, and support one another in a welcoming, inviting space. Events like Bingo Night and Cards & Community offer fun and fellowship over good food and friendly competition. We are constantly developing new ways to bring joy to the neighborhood, so stay up to date on our latest event announcements by signing up for our newsletter.