These offerings are a one-woman (me) labour of love that is also my life and my livelihood. If this labour is making your own life more livable, please consider aiding its sustenance with the full registration fee for each class or pass.

I am grateful to Alexis Cunningfolk for inspiring me with the courage to create access and not scarcity with the sliding scale.

A Quick Guide to the Sliding Scale

There are a limited amount of slots for classes offered at the middle and lower end of the scale. Please be mindful that if you purchase a price at the lowest end of the scale when you can truthfully afford the higher ticket prices, you are limiting access to those who truly need the gift of financial flexibility. Being honest with yourself and your financial situation when engaging with sliding scale practices grows strong and sustainable communities. Please see the scale descriptions that follow for more details. 

*Adapted from wortsandcunning.com/blog/sliding-scale.

The posted price, the highest dollar amount reflects the true cost of the class. If you choose a ticket price below this price you are receiving a discount. Choose this option if you:

  • have access to financial security

  • own property

  • have personal savings

  • are able to pay for “wants”

  • spend little time worried about securing necessities in your life.

Coupon Code TIER2

Coupon Code TIER2 is for those who are able to meet their basic needs but have little-to-no expendable income. Paying for this class may qualify as a sacrifice but it would not create hardship.

The middle cost acknowledges that paying the full cost would prevent some folks from being able to attend. Choose this if you:

  • are struggling to conquer debt or build savings

  • have access to steady income

  • are not spending most of your time thinking about meeting basic needs such as food, shelter, medical care, child care

Coupon Code TIER3

Coupon Code TIER3 is for those who struggle to meet basic needs and paying for this class would still be a significant hardship.

The lowest cost represents a deliberate opportunity to welcome participation from folks who lack financial resources. Choose this option if you:

  • struggle to maintain access to needs such as health care, housing, food, child care

  • are living paycheck to paycheck

  • are in significant debt

(If the lowest tier is still prohibitive, please contact me to work out another solution).

Pay-It-Forward

There is a tip option at check out giving an opportunity to PAY-IT-FORWARD. That extra money goes towards supporting scholarships as well as future free and low-cost classes. Essentially it's an opportunity to not only take your class but also support your fellow community members while you're at it. Sweet!