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 INTRODUCTION TO THE 5RHYTHMS® MOVING MEDITATION PRACTICE with Mati Vargas 6 Tuesdays, April 22-May 27, 7:15-8:45p $60 in advance, $70 at the door The Five Rhythms® are a simple and powerful moving meditation practice. There are no steps to follow, no choreography to learn, no way to do it wrong. With gentle guidance and focused exercises we will enter into the dancing path to put our psyche in motion and open to the wisdom of the body. In this 6-week series we will explore the physical embodiment of the Wave. Our teachers will be the Five Rhythms® of Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, and Stillness; our tools will be our breath, feet, knees, hips, spine, shoulders, elbows, hands, and head. Each of the rhythms represents an energetic field with unique teachings that have direct application and consequences in our own lives: We will dive into our fluid nature, focus our attention on what is being expressed through the heart, find freedom as we release body and mind, expand into our own funky and creative style, and dance until we empty into the fullness of being. Everyone is welcome, no matter what shape, size, age, limitation or experience. All that is required is an open curiosity and a willingness to experience the joy of moving deeply and freely. For more information about the 5Rhythms go to www.gabrielleroth.com and www.movingcenterschool.com. Recommended reading by Maps to Ecstasy: The Healing Power of Movement Sweat Your Prayers: Movement as Spiritual Practice Connections: The 5 Threads of Intuitive Wisdom TRANCE DANCE 2nd Friday of each month, 8-10p, drop-in or class pass April 11, June 13 with Robin Parker July 11 with Gerry Starnes PLEASE NOTE: TranceDance on May 9 has been canceled -- see you in June! Ride the wave of your breath into the depth of your Self, and let the rhythmic soundscape take you on a journey of timeless freedom. TranceDance is a powerful meditative movement practice driven by motivating rhythmic music, breathwork, intention, visualization, and the use of a blindfold or bandanna, stimulating an altered state of consciousness. Experience ancient ritual movement and a shamanic journey that promotes spiritual awakening, mental clarity, physical stamina, and emotional well-being. "Spotters" are present to ensure participants' safety. This contemporary form of shamanic journey through movement and sound has been developed through decades of research and experience by Wilbert Alix and the Natale Institute. Our facilitators have been trained in this long-standing tradition. Learn more about contemporary TranceDance. Arrive early, or call and let us know you're coming if you're running late, as doors will be locked and no one permitted to enter once the dance has begun. If you are new to TranceDance please arrive by 7:45p for a brief orientation to the process. Bring a special bandanna or scarf to cover your eyes, or borrow one of ours. You may also wish to bring a journal or notebook. LATIN MOVES SERIES: SALSA! with Sheriff Osni 6-week series: $80 in advance, $90 at the door if space available 6 Thursdays, 8:30-9:30p May 22-June 26 Commit to becoming a better Salsa dancer in just six weeks! Learn the basic steps, turns, swivels, dips, pivots and breaks of the hottest Latin dance, Salsa. Sheriff will also show how many of the Salsa steps are transferable in dancing the Rumba and Cha Cha Cha. This series is designed with the beginner in mind, suitable for people with two left feet and the rhythmically challenged, but also helpful for those with some dance experience who want to polish their technique. With or without a partner come learn how to sizzle on the dance floor and dance like a star. NIA BASICS WORKSHOP with Jule Aguirre Saturday, May 24, 1-4p $40 in advance by 5/17; $50 after or at the door Nia Basics workshops are designed for beginners who want a powerful and fun introduction to the basic elements of Nia and the energies that make Nia unique. They're also great for Nia veterans who want to deepen their practice. The specific focus of this workshop will be announced soon!  BELLYDANCE BASICS SERIES8-week series: $95 in advance, $105 at the door if space available Mondays, 7:30-8:30p, with Tamra Henna Basics II: March 17-May 12 (skip April 14) Basics II: June 2-July 21 Mondays, 8:35-9:35p, with Tamra Henna Basics I: March 17-May 12 (skip April 14) Basics I: June 2-July 21 Saturdays, 11:30a-12:30p, with Candace Bordelon Basics II: April 5-May 24 Basics I: June 14-August 9 (skip July 5) Learn the movements and techniques of traditional Middle Eastern bellydance. Bellydance is an increasingly popular form of fitness, body-mind practice, and personal/artistic expression for women of all ages, sizes and shapes. Celebrate your feminine beauty and power with this ancient art form. The Basics series is specifically designed for beginners; however beginners are also welcome in our drop-in mixed-level bellydance classes (see class schedule). The drop-in classes will move faster and assume some knowledge of the basics, so the best place for new beginners to start is in the Basics series. Basics I is designed for new beginners with little or no prior experience. It will help prepare you for drop-in classes through progressive instruction in basic Bellydance steps and technique. Basics II will build on what is learned in Basics I and focus on a specific theme, technique or piece of choreography each series. HIP HOP BASICS SERIES 6-week series: $80 in advance, $90 at the door if space available Next series dates TBA Learn the fundamental moves, style and language of Hip Hop, including breaking, popping, locking, and more. Hip Hop is an increasingly popular form of dance fitness, as it involves athletic, powerful moves that will get your heart pumping as well as expressive, creative moves that will let you show a little attitude! The Basics series is specifically designed for beginners; however beginners are also welcome in our drop-in mixed-level Hip Hop classes (see class schedule). The drop-in classes will move faster and assume some knowledge of the basics, so the best place for new beginners to start is in the Basics series. Basics I is designed for new beginners with little or no prior experience. Basics II will build on Basics I and continue preparing you for drop-in classes through focused, progressive instruction. THE ART OF EXOTIC DANCING® FOR EVERYDAY WOMEN with Clarissa Pierro 4-week series, Wednesdays 8:30-9:30p Please note: This series is now available through AOED only. Please visit their website for dates, costs, registration, etc. This for-women-only class, based on the national program The Art of Exotic Dancing for Everyday Women®, is designed to relax your mind while strengthening and toning your body. Through the vehicle of exotic dance, you will move with intention, tap into your unique sensuality, and become more comfortable expressing it outwardly. This unique class includes sensual stretching, feminine dance movement, hip rolls, and floorplay. Wearing comfortable exercise clothing, we begin every class with sensual stretching, using graceful movements combined with breathwork to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself physically and mentally. Afterwards, get ready to dance, have fun and feel sexy as you focus on your thighs, arms and core. The movements include a healthy amount of deep squats, bending from the waist, hip rolls, and sexy poses. During floorplay, yoga and Pilates-like movements help strengthen underused muscles as you stretch, pose, and move during cool-down. This empowering workout is about self-confidence and authentic self-expression and is geared towards every woman of every age and every shape. The class is taught by Clarissa Pierro, master level teacher of The Art of Exotic Dancing for Everyday Women®. | |
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