Find Your People. Find Your Practice.

Transformation is done best in community.

Among unprecedented levels of social isolation and the increasing need for communities of inner and outer transformation, our Member community takes an active stance in creating a community of friendship that deepens our creative, contemplative, and activist practices.

Hive Members help sustain The Hive by creating a community of mutual support and formation, making possible a collective impact that extends through relationships, neighborhoods, cities, and beyond.

Hive Members are often people who have finished a Hive class wondering, “How can I keep growing alongside these people?” 

Our Member Community is guided by these values:

  • You Make “We” Possible: Your active presence makes an impact in our community! Members pitch in where they can to make The Hive happen. This includes coordinated volunteer efforts like: hosting and hospitality, cleaning our building, and offering other gifts to strengthen our community.

  • Contemplative Companionship: Members show up to our gatherings with an openness to connection. They share a sense of traveling together on a path of growth and transformation. 

  • Creating a Culture of Belonging: Members seek to co-create a culture of inclusivity and belonging in our gatherings and events. Our Hive intentions point toward the culture we’re seeking to make together; Hive Members play a crucial role in making these intentions real and embodied.

How it Works:

  • As part of your sustaining membership, you’ll enjoy free Hive classes each session, along with significantly discounted events and quarterly Member Community Potluck dinners. 

  • Hive Membership tiers are organized on a sliding-scale. Generous donations from members and donors make this abundance-based model possible.

Individual Memberships

 

Organizational Memberships

Interested in making Hive Membership available to your employees? Organizational Memberships can be arranged to give your employees access to our offerings while inviting them to engage in our community through social gatherings and volunteer efforts.

  • Includes individual memberships for employee wellness

  • 2 Guest passes for friends/family to come to one entire course for free (pass valued at $150)

  • Each employee membership makes a Hive scholarship possible

  • Contact us to learn more about bringing Hive Memberships to your organization

 

Membership FAQ

What is a session?

  • The Hive organizes the year into 4 quarters. We typically offer 5-7 multi-week course offerings per session, along with events and Member gatherings. The number of courses you can take depends on your level of membership.

Is The Hive a safe space for me?

  • We intend for Members and participants of The Hive to co-create a Brave Space for people regardless of race, sexual orientation, gender, and ethnicity.

  • You determine the depth. We know that deep authentic work isn’t a forced march; our intentions for gathering point out the importance of doing our personal work as well as showing up to do that work with others.

  • Want to just dip your toes in? Check out our Events for some of our lighter opportunities, like one-off workshops and community social gatherings.

Should I become a Member or register for classes on an individual basis?

Are there set Member requirements for involvement and volunteering?

  • Not at all! The Hive is an abundance based social enterprise that welcomes folks to contribute what they can, when they can. We know involvement can often ebb and flow, and this is welcomed. At the same time, our community is made possible because of the unique contributions that each Member brings to the community.

Are there refunds for Membership?

  • No. (Wow! That sounded harsh!) But seriously, we thank you for your membership contribution. The Hive is a nonprofit and your sustaining membership is used for our operations even when you might not be able to take advantage. 

What if I want to cancel my membership?

  • We know that commitments shift over time. If you need to cancel your Membership, you can contact rae@cincyhive.org. We require for a 6 month minimum commitment for all Membership types.

How are memberships managed?

  • Our membership is organized through JoinIt.org a members management app that syncs with Eventbrite, which administers our class and event registrations. Membership transactions are managed through Stripe, and your billing information is never shared with the Hive.

What are guest passes?

  • Guest passes can be used to have a friend tag along with you to a facilitated Hive class at a Membership rate.

Does my membership expire based on a specific date or is it based on the date I join?

  • Your membership will automatically renew and re-bill based on the signup date and chosen time period. 

Can I contribute towards a membership as a gift for another person?