Holding Space Starts With Making Space
At nada, inner peace is not a luxury–it’s an everyday practice of intentionally being present
Picture this: You step off a bustling Poblacion street and into an unassuming building. You ride its elevator all the way up to the fifth floor. Away from the heat, smog, and noise from below, you emerge into a quiet sanctuary, far from the hustle and bustle you are far too often accustomed to. Calming white tones greet you, the soft hum of meditative music envelops you, and for a moment, time slows down—inviting you to breathe and pay attention to yourself again.
This is nāda: a multi-concept space built around self-awareness, intentionality, and mindfulness. True to its Sanskrit roots—nāda meaning “sound” and “stream of consciousness”—and echoing the idea of ‘nada’ equating to nothingness, nāda invites its guests to pause, listen, and make room for silence that nourishes the spirit.
Founded by JP Campos and Gerard Alzate, with marketing led by Dani Zamora, nāda offers more than just physical refuge. It beckons you to set aside your endless errands, meetings, and responsibilities—and instead, take a moment to turn focus inward and find your peace.
What Making Space For Yourself Looks Like
At the heart of every class offered at nāda is one simple, powerful tool: the breath. From sound baths and breathwork, to yin yoga and kirtan (chanting), every offering anchors guests to their own breathing—creating a bridge back to being fully present. “We value vigorous exercise, of course,” JP explains. “But we have seen the value of having practices that are really about centering one’s self and checking inward.”
Movement-based sessions offered by the studio are deliberately slower and simpler than many conventional classes—designed with the intention of creating a meditative experience that feels accessible to everyone.
Meanwhile, the slow flow & yin yoga class offers beginner-friendly sequences focusing on grounding yoga poses and easy vinyasas—all of which gently ground the body and free blocked energy. “We’ve had feedback from people dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, insomnia, and even severe pain conditions,” JP shares. “Many found the classes helpful for accessing deep rest, peace, and catharsis.”
Simply Being Present Is A Practice
The wonderful thing about holding space for yourself? You can start practicing it from just about anywhere you are in this world. You can make any space yours.
“Start small and short,” JP advises. “Mindfulness can weave into your daily life with just one deep inhale and one long exhale.” Like any habit worth having, being fully present grows stronger with practice. There’s no need to pressure yourself into immediately jumping into the deep end. Test out the waters, one slow breath at a time.
As you deepen your connection with yourself, your connections with others also flow more naturally and grow more authentic—rooted in understanding and presence. You begin to trust your own rhythm, sensing when to lean in and when to create space. In honoring your needs, you’ll find that the wisdom of your mind and body have grown tenfold.
Holding Space-For Yourself And Others
And as you leave nāda’s serene sanctuary, its real lesson stays: it is worth getting to know and investing in yourself. By prioritizing self-care and your inner healing, you’re better able to show up—not only for yourself, but for the people you love. You understand what it means to be someone else’s anchor… because you first learned how to be one for yourself.
In making space, we learn how to hold space— offering ourselves the care we so often reserve for everyone else.
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