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This class began
in February of 1995 and has been a primary teacher to me. So
much of the is work is about what comes up, and we would like
to offer you a few insights that may be helpful as you begin.
Please honor our guidelines: Barefeet or dance shoes only, no children under 16.
You are entering Sacred Space as you come into this room, and your observance of this is important to everyone present. If you feel called to talk with someone please take any conversation out of the room, or convert it to movement or nonverbal soundings.
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We set up an altar, often reflecting the natural world, sometimes with humor, at times you may feel called to contribute something to this space; people have brought fruit to share, or sometimes a picture of someone going through a healing crisis, a loved one missed, or an object of inspiration.
The first part of class is a Sweat Your Prayers; an hour where music is the teacher encompassing the 5 Rhythms™:
While you can’t get it ‘wrong,' there may be people in the space who seem more practiced; let them inspire you… maybe they’ve been doing it for years, maybe it’s their first time, this is a cauldron of infinite possibilities and you may transform yourself here.
In the second part of the class we will go on a guided journey together, exploring breath, becoming fascinated with our bodies, our movements, our dance, our relationships to self, others, and the tribe.
Each class is different, so much of it comes from who shows up.
This is movement as a spiritual practice. It can be the most fun you have ever had, and it can bring up a flood of other emotions equally easily. A major tenet of the work is to keep moving. The impulse may be to let old feelings that get triggered engulf you. We strongly suggest that you let the dance continue the process, follow it and acknowledge it but don’t let emotions stop you from going on to your next level.
Much of the success of this class is in the community it has fostered. We invite you to meet others, exchange numbers, have friendships blossom. If things come up for you from dancing, either in the class, or afterwards, tell us! We most especially want to hear from you if something is challenging to you; physically, emotionally, spiritually. We welcome your feedback, not only the positive! Many times people have come in and danced, had extraordinary experiences, and later at home had a flood of old feelings and memories that were uncomfortable. Call us; this is where community comes in.
Amazing people are dancing around you , people who do bodywork, counseling, we are doctors, chiropractors, artists, teachers, writers, actors, computer experts, business owners, athletes, as well as dancers and dreamers and drummers…..Let us know your chosen profession, and let us refer to one another for services.
We are constantly amazed by the magic
in our lives,
and hope that you may find some
of it here as well.
The Fumbling Towards Ecstasy classes
are co-created and also led my Michael
Molin-Skelton http://www.spiritweaves.com.
There are teachers in many places: Call 1 800-76- RAVEN or visit http://www.gabrielleroth.com for other classes in the world...or ask us about teaching a workshop in your area.
It is my intention to create a healing
movement center in Los Angeles. If you are interested in helping
me to achieve this goal, please contact me.
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