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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

EMBODIED MOVEMENT:
This mindfulness based movement practice can be described as something along the lines of “somatic exploration”, “movement therapy”, “dance therapy,” “embodiment practice”, “authentic movement”, “mindful movement”, “therapeutic movement”, body love” etc. 
In each 60min class you will begin with a guided, mindfulness based body scan, with a focus on relaxation, sensation, breath, and non-judgemental awareness.. You will then be guided through a series of prompts to help you start exploring movement that feels good to you, as we slowly learn to connect back to movement for pleasure rather than how it looks, or how we think we “should” move.  Each session will end with a short integration, with a few minutes at the end for participants to share their experiences with comments or questions, (optional)
Students may remain anonymous with cameras off should they choose.
There is NO experience required for this class.
This practice is for every body, ability, size, gender etc. 
The only requirement is that you can breathe, and that you have internet connection.
You may want: Space to move around in, that feels safe, and with no interuptions. 
A yoga mat or rug for working on the floor, cushions for sitting or laying down. 
Good speakers of headphones to enjoy the music.
Drop-in friendly! But sign up for the full course and save!
Live on Zoom with Recordings included
Recordings accessible for 2 weeks after each class

CONDITIONING + MOBILITY:
Body positive, embodied and mindful, low-impact strength  and mobility training. Sometimes higher intensity, sometimes slow and juicy… but always focused on mobility, strength, balance, flexibility, mood-boosting, and getting in your body! Guaranteed to leave you feeling better than your started.
No experience required (but please check with your doctor to make sure that this type of activity is safe for you).
Equipment needed: Yoga mat, socks or rag for sliding (use paper or plastic plates if you have carpet), and a scarf or rope.
Drop-in friendly! But sign up for the full course and save!
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Live on Zoom with Recordings included
Recordings accessible for 2 weeks after each class

GENTLE HATHA YOGA:
Gentle, relaxing, and slow. Here we focus on mindfulness, meditation and breath-work, while moving through a gentle flow of stretches designed to facilitate space, revitalization and relaxation in your whole body. Flows are customized each week to students requests.
Equipment needed: Yoga mat, a few props (can use blocks, cushions or bolsters) and a strap or towel.
Drop-in friendly! But sign up for the full course and save!
Live on Zoom with Recordings included
Recordings accessible for 2 weeks after each class

BELLYDANCE DRILLS + CONDITIONING:
Conditioning for dancers with at least basic beginner experience. Strengthen, stretch and drill! Here we do a fun, juicy workout for 30 min (similar to the Conditioning + Mobility class), then practice bellydance drills for 30 min (similar to the Drills + Combos class), and then a nice long, relaxing 15 min stretch.
Experience required: Minimum one full beginner class preferably with Rahel.
Drop-in friendly for experienced dancers who have covered Rahel’s prerequisite material.
Equipment provided by the community centre. but bringing your own yoga mat is strongly encouraged.
In person only at this time.
No recordings.
See Bellydance Classes Page for more info.

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