DCSTW Wellness Walk | Women’s Health & Fitness Month Meetup
DCSTW Wellness Walk | Women’s Health & Fitness Month Meetup
A Mindful Movement Event for Founders, Clinicians, and Advocates - Where Strategy Meets Wellness.
About the Experience
In honor of Women’s Health and Physical Fitness Month, DC Startup & Tech Week (DCSTW) and DiscoverU Health invite you to step away from the grind and into a curated midday wellness experience.
In the high-stakes hustle of scaling a business or caring for patients, health advocates and entrepreneurs are often the last to prioritize their own wellbeing. We are bridging that gap to prove that professional growth and personal wellness are not mutually exclusive. The DCSTW Wellness Walk is a high-vibe, mid-day "net-walk" experience designed to break the isolation of the clinic and the home office.
We are trading the boardroom for the trail, bringing together the clinical expertise of DC’s top practitioners and the innovative spirit of our founders to build collaborative momentum. This is an intentional space to decompress, network without the pressure of a pitch deck, and celebrate the synergy between professional ambition and physical health. As leaders and professionals, it’s vital that we aren’t just performing, but are truly built to thrive in every area of our lives.
The Details
Date: Friday, May 15, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Hains Point / East Potomac Park (1100 Ohio Dr. SW Washington, DC 20024)
Visual Identity: Wear Teal & Pink to represent health, vitality, and stress relief!
Partners: Powered by DCSTW and DiscoverU Health, with community support from Sweat DC, Tech Wellness Society, and Zen Joy.
Who Is This For?
Founders & Innovators: Female founders and investors seeking "productive wellness"—strategic networking while prioritizing their mental and physical health.
Clinicians, Fitness Pros & Health Advocates: OBGYNs, practitioners, and coaches looking to connect with the innovators building the future of health-tech.
Why Join Us?
Expert Insights: Hear from women’s health practitioners on self-advocacy and prioritizing health while leading a high-impact life.
The Reset by Sweat DC: Kick off with a 15-minute guided light stretch and mini yoga flow to ground us before we hit the path.
Curated Networking: A 30-minute scenic loop, featuring facilitated partner swaps to ensure you meet new high-value connections.
Community & Connection: Invest in your most important asset—your health—alongside a community of like-minded peers.
Experience Run of Show
11:30 AM | Gather & Glow: Check-in at East Potomac Park. Look for the Teal & Pink host tables.
11:40 AM | The Kickoff: IIntros from event producers DCSTW and DiscoverU Health Founder & CEO, PamGrace Gachenge.
11:50 AM | The Reset: 15-minute stretch and yoga flow led by Sweat DC.
12:05 PM | Women’s Health Tips & Education
By the DiscoverU Health Women’s Health Team12:10 PM | The Walk & Talk: A scenic 30min waterfront loop with intentional networking alongside Tech Wellness Society.
12:40 PM | Return and Regroup: Light transition back, continued connections, group photo, and hydration provided by Zen Joy.
1:00 PM | The After-Flow: Optional wrap-up at The Wharf—the perfect spot for a post-walk lunch with your new connections.
Our Partners
This experience is made possible by a powerhouse coalition:
DCSTW & DiscoverU Health (PamGrace Gachenge)
Sweat DC (Guided Stretching & Yoga Flow)
Tech Wellness Society (Championing Humane Technology & Wellbeing)Zen Joy (Stress-relief hydration)
Registration Details
Cost: Free (Registration Required)
Capacity: Limited to 50 attendees to ensure intimate, high-quality networking.
Note: This is an outdoor event. In the event of inclement weather, we will notify all registered guests of a rain date.
Ready to step into your strength? Secure your spot now!