Movement and Creativity are vital to our lives. When we direct our focus to deepening connections to ourselves, each other and life itself, our experience of life becomes fertile, rich, vibrant. Movement: classes, workshops, experiments, performances, curiosity, discovery. Creativity: art, music, process, creation, discussion, experiencing, learning. The body is the physical aspect of the personality and movement is the personality made visible.- Mary Starks Whitehouse http://www.tiffanysankary …

Bliss Dance is a moving meditation done to passionate world music in a supportive circle of community. The village style dances are fairly simple and accessible, and taught anew every time. When the body is engaged in these basic, rhythmic motions, and simultaneously resonating to powerful music, mind, body and spirit become integrated. We set our intentions, focus awareness on the candle flame in the center, and lean into the comforting sensation of being held in the circle. The dances start of …

LESS IS MORE LESS: stress, discomfort, tension, pain MORE: ease, flexibility, fluidity, choice When you drop a pin in a quiet room you can hear it more clearly than in a busy nightclub. Awareness Through Movement applies this principle to our sensory motor experience, exposing unconscious habits in body and mind. By slowing down and clarifying fundamental biological movement patterns, new options for moving, feeling, and thinking emerge. Improve the quality of your attention in movement and exp …

Come move and stretch gently. The class focus is balance and gentle strengthening through the Limon and other dance techniques. We begin with a gentle floor warm up and work our way to standing and flowing through basic technique and phrases that are age appropriate and yet challenging.

Dance Freedom and Dance Friday are on-going participatory dances held every Wednesday and Friday. People dance creatively, alone, with a partner or with many others. DJ music guides the dance, weaving together current, world, classic, and spiritual sounds. Both dances are safe places to share your energy and make new friends. No shoes, alcohol, or smoking are allowed. Respect for others is essential. Dance Freedom is held every Wednesday from 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m at the First Congregational Chu …

Are you looking for a fun and interesting way to stay fit? Are you interested in language or culture? Do you want to make new friends? This is a group for anyone interested in Brazil, Brazilian culture, dance, especially Afro Brazilian, samba and samba-reggae, and Portuguese language. I started this group to get the word out about our classes which incorporate basic Portuguese language skills and basic dance. Each class is an active cardio workout, too. Whether you're a Brazil-enthusiast, langua …

Are you looking for a new activity where you can combine exercise with meeting new people? Are you a fan of Dancing with the Stars and been curious about ballroom and latin dance? Have you always wanted to dance but didn't have a partner? Meet other newcomers to ballroom dance in a beginner class taught by a professional dancer in a casual environment. Build networks and friendships over a foxtrot or salsa! In this class, we will teach basic movements of a variety of dances. No prior experience …

What is the meet up about? The human body is a healing miracle. Given the right foods and tools it can heal itself. This is nothing new. Our ancestors practiced many of the same modalities that we now call "new age". Let's get real, we are just going back the old ways of actually listening to our own bodies rather than listening to someone telling us how we should feel. You know why? Not because it is cheaper, not because the health care industry in dying a slow death and not because it is the n …

In a Playback Theatre meetup, group members briefly share important moments from their lives (sometimes on a theme). Other members then "play back" the emotional essence of the story they just heard using movement, music, metaphor, dialogue... Together we often laugh, cry, get new insights about our lives, and feel heard and connected. As "actors" we also learn how to be more free and expressive and how to listen deeply and accurately. All are welcome, whether you're an experienced actor or impr …

"Is personal evolution possible? We explore the ideas, exercises, practical and inner work and movements (sacred dance) of G.I. Gurdjieff & J.G. Bennett"   Our various aims are - To help each other establish a personal practice. - To serve as a doorway to others who wish to learn about the Work.   - To explore the concepts and exercises of Fourth Way / Bennett / Gurdjieff and other teachers.     - To explore the Gurdjieff movements.   Recommended reading: GI Gurdjieff: All and Everything, Meetin …

The Exploring Eros meetup is for individuals (and couples!) interested in sharing and learning about love, sexuality, men and women, relationships and the ecstatic.....creating more connection and capacity for enjoyment.  This group will be exploring a wide range of topics both in the personal and the broader social and cultural contexts. All denominations, orientations and lifestyles are welcome. Some of the potential topics to be explored include: Modern Love & Relationships What is Love? T …

Embracing the full spectrum from ancient traditions and the occult to cutting edge science, Soul Experiments Meetup gathers those intererested in exploring consciousness, spirituality, energy and the multidimensional nature of ourselves and reality. Let's experiment, play and learn together!  Let's create a safe space to share our experiences. Let's take the "woo" out of "woo woo". :-) Types of Meetups: We will be having several types of meetups. At least once a month there will be a free meetup …

Drumming cleanses the soul, organizes the mind, coordinates movements of the body, and just feels good! Mamadou Diop is from Senegal, West Africa. He has performed with some of the biggest named musicians in his country, and he KNOWS music and rhythm. It is his joy to teach what he has learned, bringing the rhythms of not just Senegal, but all of West Africa to whoever wants to learn them. Join this group if you are a drummer, want to be a drummer, or are just curious what African drumming is al …

We are a Pagan group promoting and performing public ritual productions for the wheel of the year, open to all faiths and traditions. We use music, sounding, dance, drumming, body movement, singing, mediation, and chanting to create participatory rituals for the local Boston community. We are currently partnered with MIT PSG (http://psg.mit.edu). All events take place in the MIT Chapel (http://psgs.us/MITChapel). Doors open at 7 pm for an open drum circle, followed by a seasonal ritual that begi …

The Eros meetup is for individuals (and couples!) interested in sharing and learning about love, sexuality, men and women, relationships and the ecstatic.....creating more connection and capacity for enjoyment.  This group will be exploring a wide range of topics both in the personal and the broader social and cultural contexts. All denominations, orientations and lifestyles are welcome. Types of Meetups: We will be having several types of meetups. At least once a month there will be a free meet …

This is a group that brings together people in the Portland area who love things that feel good! We do and discuss fabulous things that thrill the senses: good food, good touch, good movement, sexuality, sensuality, music, art, dance, and good connections.

I am a young mom of 4 who would love to meet other Jewish moms and dads.The goal of this group is to give each of us a chance to interact and socialize with other parents who have the same interests and goals. this program will incorporate,songs, art,dance,movement,play time,exercise,mommy yoga,baby massage,parenting tips, stories and various sensory stimulations, the goal of our program is to deepen our relationships with our babies and toddlers and simultaneously instill a love and pride for T …

Looking for a place to practice yoga? Are you interested in exploring more aspects of yoga? Then come and take a class at Nirvana Yoga! A guided meditation in motion, yoga is a place to explore peace and find relaxation through a physical practice. Nirvana yoga classes are taught by Helen Coyne, a lifelong dance and fitness enthusiast who has been practicing yoga and Pilates for more than a decade. Trained to teach in the Yogaworks® method, Helen blends the Iyengar and Ashtanga traditions to c …