Upcoming Classes & Workshops
Be sure to check back for upcoming classes and workshops. Please contact me for more information on Private Movement Sessions or hosted workshops.
Ground & Center: Enliven & Connect:
Contemplative Movement & Play
Friday July 11, 6-8pm
Location:
Studio Nia Santa Fe, 851 W San Mateo Rd, Santa Fe, NM
We come together to explore - through the body, breath, soma, movement, dance, writing - our relationship to the physics of grounding and centering. We learn to resource ourselves through embodied inquiry - finding pathways into deeper connection with a sense of ground and center in our being and thus, in our way of moving on the dance floor and out in the world. We play in the fields of paradox -how the physics of ground inevitably includes groundlessness and the physics of centering inevitably includes the wobbly off-center and eccentric nature of soul. We play solo, in duos, and in small groups to uncover more aliveness and agility in our ways of relating and encountering life directly through the body; we practice engaging sensitively and artfully with what arises. What if "being grounded" is simply the capacity to stay in creative relationship with whatever is happening? And what if "being centered" is simply the practice of relating to life from a place of depth-connection with both one's individual soul and the soul of the world? We gather to play in the fields of relational artistry through movement. This class is appropriate for beginners and long-time movers alike. Please bring a full water bottle + a notebook and a pen for writing. The class will begin with a warm-up; please arrive promptly so you have plenty of time to settle in. Feel free to email me with any questions.
$20/class, Cash or Venmo paid at the door
What to Expect in an Open Floor Class
Class opens with a 30-40 minute warm-up to move, breathe, and stretch in ways that nurture your body and soul. Guided lightly, the focus is on connecting with your body’s natural intelligence.
We’ll gather briefly to explore the evening’s theme through context, guiding questions, and a flow overview.
For 45 minutes, we’ll engage in focused movement—individually, in pairs, and in groups. Exercises are inspired by the theme and are adaptable to your needs, inviting growth at your own edge. Participation is always guided by your autonomy.
The final 25-30 minutes involve creative reflection—writing, inquiry, or other processes that let the dance flow onto the page or into voice. We’ll start solo, share in small groups, and close with a collective creation, with full freedom over what you share.
Attire & Materials
Please wear comfortable clothes you can move and sweat in and bring a water bottle. Prepare to dance barefoot or wear indoor shoes meant for dancing/movement. Chairs will be available for folks who need to dance with support. You are welcome to bring your own pen and journal if you like; paper and pen will be provided as well.
Class Flow