This Body-Mind Centering® retreat will offer an introduction to the fascial system through the practices of vocalization and contact improvisation. We will explore the principles and qualities of fascia, celebrate the connectivity in our bodies, and unwind myofascial tension.
Your voice is a valuable thread to the fabric of humanity. At the VOCAL TAPESTRY RETREAT, you'll get to share the music that lives in you, and weave in vocal improvisation practices to add to your treasure trove of self-discovery and creative fulfillment.
I’ll share techniques that I have synthesized from my studies with Bobby McFerrin, Rhiannon, Meredith Monk, Música do Círculo, theater improv, folk music, hip-hop freestyle, sound healing, archetypes, chakras, somatic experiencing, and mindfulness practices.
Immerse yourself in the frequency of your most expansive self, through the voice.
Cost: Sliding fee suggested at $15- $25 Payable by Venmo or cash NO ONE TURNED AWAY FOR LACK OF FUNDS To reserve ahead, Venmo @Courtney-Moreno-10 or email morenocourtney@gmail.com Thursday, August 15: […]
Our organs are vital and alive. They provide us with our sense of self, full-bodiedness, and organic authenticity. Organs are the contents within the skeletal-flesh container and carry on the functions of our internal survival — breathing, nourishment and elimination. Organs are the primary habitats or natural environments of our emotions, aspirations, and the memories of our inner reactions to our personal and social histories. They support our postural tone and our feelings, and give volume to our movement.
9/7 - 9/15/2024 (days off 9/11 & 9/12)
Fascia provides the tensegrity matrix of the whole body. It wraps around all other structures as one continuous spiraling, multilayered, and multidimensional network of expansive sheaths, enclosed containers and specialized attachments. These specialized attachments are the ligaments. The ligaments set the boundaries of movement between the bones. They coordinate and guide muscular responses by directing the path of movement between the bones and provide specificity, clarity, and efficiency for the alignment and movement of the bones. When all of the ligaments of a joint are actively engaged, the movement of that joint becomes highly specific and is carried effortlessly to surrounding and successive joints. Fascia supports the psychophysical quality of micromovements of condensing and expanding consciousness without specific content within the embracing context of unity. The ligaments support the psychophysical quality of detailed specificity.
9/18 - 9/26/24 (days off 9/22 & 9/23)
Biodanza is a form of human development that uses dance, music, movement and ritual to embody the deep humanity we wish to root in our selves and our community. It […]
Join Marya Lowry in this beautiful setting for an exuberant exploration of your Unboundaried Voice. Deepen your connection to your whole Self, your passions, and your ability to express them artfully through your journey from Laughter to Lamentation.
Connect to your creative spirit at Vocal Tapestry - a safe and fun space to weave together the principles of spontaneous composition, such as rhythm, melody, and dynamics. Each week, we will play games and learn practices that focus on a specific element of vocal improvisation to develop your awareness, skills, and confidence.
Yin-Restore with Niki (in-person or online)
6-7.30pm Tuesday evenings starting November 5th (90 mins)
A Yin/ Restorative practice that uses props & longer holding poses to stimulate the ‘relaxation response’. I aim to hold space for folks and guide them to play with their edge, release control and let gravity do the work. Join in-person or online. A link to the online class will be sent once you register.
$15-25 (BIPOC - pay what you can)
Rise & Shine with Niki (in-person or online)
7.30-8.20am Thursday mornings starting November 7th (50 mins)
Rise & Shine - Kickstart your day with this class by working with your body & breath. A physical practice that focuses on strength, flexibility, breath and balance through static or linked poses, mandala flows, and challenging ‘peak pose’ flows to bring you into your bodies and onto your mats, leaving you blissfully energized and ready for your day. We will use Hatha & Vinyasa yoga to help improve internal and external stability. While some knowledge of basic yoga asanas can be helpful, it doesn’t matter where you are on your yoga journey, by attending regularly you will benefit from advancing your yoga practice and challenging yourself daily. Join in-person or online. A link to the online class will be sent once you register.
$15-25 (BIPOC - pay what you can)
FREE Community Contemplate Practice (online)- A weekly 25-minute silent unguided space. Feel free to bring your own practice (sitting/ moving/ meditation/ writing/ journaling/ drawing etc.) along with any props to […]
5-Week Fall Movement Series at Wildheart with Rotating Teachers
Dates: Nov 7, 14, 21, Dec 5 and 12.
Thursdays 6-8 pm. No class the week of Thanksgiving! Drop-ins welcome.
All classes are OPEN TO ALL. If you have knee pads, consider bringing them. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.
Sliding scale - None turned away for lack of funds.
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