Workshops

Many of us spend countless hours sitting at our desks and infront of screens, accumulating mental, emotional and physical fatigue. Ecstatic dance is the perfect wellness practice that lets us unplug from our devices and responsibilities in an interactive and immersive environment where everyone is encouraged to explore free expression through movement. In ecstatic dance, we get out of our mind and into our body and express and process our emotions through movement. The result is mental clarity, emotional freedom, and physical embodiment. The benefits of ecstatic dance include:

Stress and tension relief
Mindfulness and relaxation
Somatic healing
Self-expression
Exercise and play
Community and connection

No experience necessary! We will provide instructions and ease you into the practice. The event begins with an opening circle where we get to know each other and share intentions, followed by an hour and fifteen minute playlist, and a closing circle to share reflections. We will spend time before and after the dance connecting in community. During the dance there is no talking. This helps us to connect with our bodies and each other nonverbally. The result is often a trance-like and ecstatic experience.

Music: A mix of new age, worldbeat, tribal, EDM, trance, arranged in a dance wave, from slow to fast to slow. It is typically 50% non-lyrical.

What to bring: Water bottle, short sleeve, loose clothing, expect to get sweaty! Yoga mat (optional). No alcohol or food is provided and please don't bring any.

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September 28th, November 2nd, December 14th

| 6:45pm - 9 pm | In Person | $30/$150

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As we enter Autumn, we harvest the growth of Spring and Summer, and like the trees, bring our energy inward to lighten up and release old "leaves," which we no longer need.

 

Autumn is the most potent season for intuition and vision and associated with the Metal Element in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).  In this workshop we are to focus on rejuvenating and invigorating the Organs and Meridians (energy channels) of the Metal Element - the Lungs and Intestines and the transmutation of their negative emotional characteristics.

 

The Metal energy of Autumn is an expression of new Yin.  We will balance the Yin nature of the gentle cleansing asana stretches and breathwork with complementary Yang practices, whilst using meditation, journeying and deep inward listening to open to our intuitive gifts.

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Saturday, October 12 | 4:00- 7:00pm | $60

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Your Life is in your Hands

 

The study of the hands has existed since the earliest human.

Everything about your hands says something about you. The

“modern” science of Biometrics uses the thumb, fingers and

handprint for employee identification and building access –

even Amazon and Google allows the waive of a hand to

purchase groceries and other consumer goods!

All of this time, your story is being recorded in those lines in

your hands. Know yourself. See for yourself.

 

This two-hour workshop covers an analysis and discussion of
the entire hand (front and back view). Using your own hand as
a guide, we will:

Explore the myths and science of Chirology – the study of
the hand to determine a person's personality, nature, or
future events

Explore the astrological correspondences and the
significance of the different parts of the hand

Discover how the hand can be used as an indicator into
personal health and the quality of interpersonal
relationships as partners, parents and children

 

About LeBaron Frost Jr.:

 

LeBaron Frost is a second generation Palm, Tarot and Customer
Service Expert. For over 30 years, he has leveraged his
knowledge and skills to offer valuable insights into the practical
uses of Palmistry in daily living.

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​Sunday, October 6th| 1:30-3:30pm | In Person | $90

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Please consider joining Afia Padonu for Yoga for Runners. Yoga for Runners focuses on building strength and flexibility in parts of the body we tend to skip when training. Learn Dynamic stretching for on and off the mat to prepare for any distance of running. This workshop is perfect for anyone whether you walk, run, or are just looking to practice other variations of yoga. This workshop is available in person and via Zoom. If you sign up and wish to attend online, you will receive an additional email containin the Zoom link.

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About Afia:

Afia Padonu has been a yoga instructor (200RYT) since 2018 after obtaining her certification through Willow Street Yoga. Her teaching aims to help individuals recognize everyBODYs ability to be healthy and whole. Through yoga, people who feel physically inflexible can realize the strength, power, and fflexibility in their body and also their mind. I hope that when you flow with Afia, you are able to connect breath with movement while having an open heart.​​

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​Sunday, October 13th | 12:00pm - 1:30 pm | Hybrid | $35

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