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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.
OTHER MOVEMENT CLASSES
FALL SCHEDULE:
MONDAYS 6:30 – 7:45pm PT
CONDITIONING + DRILLS FOR BELLYDANCERS @ THE MPCC
FALL1: Sep 12 – Oct 31 (7 weeks)
(*No class Oct 10)
FALL2: Nov 7 – Dec 19 (7 weeks)
In Person at the MPCC 1 Kingsway, Vancouver BC
TUESDAYS 11:00am – 12:15pm PT
GENTLE HATHA YOGA ONLINE
FALL1: Sep 13 – Oct 25 (7 weeks)
FALL2: Nov 1- Dec 13 (7 weeks)
WEDNESDAYS 5:00- 6:00pm PT
CONDITIONING + MOBILITY ONLINE
FALL1: Sep 14 – Oct 26 (7 weeks)
FALL2: Nov 2- Dec 14 (7 weeks)
THURSDAYS 4:30 – 5:30pm PT
EMBODIED MOVEMENT ONLINE
FALL1: Sep 15 – Oct 27 (7 weeks)
FALL2: Nov 3 – Dec 15 (7 weeks)
OTHER MOVEMENT CLASSES
PRICES AND REGISTRATION:
ONLINE CLASS REGISTRATION:
$140 per 7 week series
Get 20% when you refer a friend.
Get 10% off when you BOGO (2+ courses)
Contact Rahel for the discount codes.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ALL OTHER ONLINE CLASSES
DROP INS: (*eligible classes only)
$25 CAD single class drop-in Purchase Here
$70 CAD for a pack of 3 Purchase Here
$90 CAD for a pack of 4 Purchase Here
$110 CAD for a pack of 5 Purchase Here
Drop-ins expire 1 year from purchase
*Interchangeable with Hatha Yoga, Conditioning + Mobility, Embodied Movement, and Drills + Combos (Experience required for Drills + Combos).
REGISTRATION FOR MPCC CLASSES
$140 per 7 week series
FALL1 Drills + Conditioning (IN-PERSON) Register Here
FALL 2 Drills + Conditioning (IN-PERSON) Register Here
Or call the MPCC 1-604-257-3080 ext.1
Drop in $22 (ONLY available with special permission)
PRIVATE LESSONS
$94.5/hr for 1 person
Add $10 per hour for each additional person
Contact rahel to book a private lesson
rahelbellydance@gmail.com
All prices include tax and are in CAD
Sliding scale available on request.
MONDAYS 6:30pm
BELLYDANCE DRILLS + CONDITIONING @ THE MPCC
BELLYDANCE DRILLS + CONDITIONING @ THE MPCC
MONDAYS 6:30pm -7:45pm PT (75min)
FALL1: Sep 12 – Oct 31 (7 weeks)
(*No class Oct 10)
FALL2: Nov 7 – Dec 19 (7 weeks)
*Experience Required*
Workout/Strengthen, Drill/Practice, & Stretch!
$140 per 7 week series
Fall 1 Register Here
Fall 2 Register Here
$23 drop in with permission
IN PERSON at the MPCC
1 Kingsway (8th) Vancouver, BC
No recordings
If you miss a class, you can opt to pay a $5 fee to attend an online class of your choice and/or receive a recording
TUESDAYS 11:00am
GENTLE HATHA YOGA ONLINE
GENTLE HATHA YOGA ONLINE
TUESDAYS 11:00am – 12:15pm PT (75mn)
FALL1: Sep 13 – Oct 25 (7 weeks)
FALL2: Nov 1- Dec 13 (7 weeks)
*NO Experience Required*
Gentle stretching and meditation
$140 per 7 week series
FALL1 Register Here
FALL 2 Register Here
Also drop-in friendly
ONLINE LIVE ON ZOOM
Recordings included
Accessible for 2 weeks after each class
WEDNESDAYS 5:00pm
CONDITIONING + MOBILITY ONLINE
CONDITIONING + MOBILITY ONLINE
WEDNESDAYS 5:00 – 6:00pm PT (60min)
FALL1: Sep 14 – Oct 26 (7 weeks)
FALL2: Nov 2- Dec 14 (7 weeks)
*NO Experience Required*
Mindful, body positive fitness, strengthening and mobility
$140 per 7 week series
FALL1 Register Here
FALL 2 Register Here
Also drop-in friendly
ONLINE LIVE ON ZOOM
Recordings included
Accessible for 2 weeks after each class
THURSDAYS 4:30pm
EMBODIED MOVEMENT ONLINE
EMBODIED MOVEMENT ONLINE
THURSDAYS 4:30 – 5:30pm PT (60min)
FALL1: Sep 15 – Oct 27 (7 weeks)
FALL2: Nov 3- Dec 15 (7 weeks)
*NO Experience Required*
Mindfulness based, trauma informed authentic movement exploration
$140 per 7 week series
FALL1 Register Here
FALL 2 Register Here
Also drop-in friendly
ONLINE LIVE ON ZOOM
Recordings included
Accessible for 2 weeks after each class