Modern Movement Workshop at Still Waters Yoga

Join us (THE directors Ashley and Allie) as we explore modern movement and dance.

The concept of the class stems through time and innate movements that we all possess. Modern Dance itself gained momentum in the 1900’s in rebellion of strict ballet programs. The basis for most genres of dance is ballet and we will touch on some of the basic concepts, but we will encourage the class to let go of what they think dance HAS to be and lead them to move as a compliment to their yoga practice.

We all have dance in our heritage dating back to the beginning of time. The ancient Mayans used dance as a bridge between this world and the beyond. The ancient Egyptians thought that dance was integral to creation and communication with the gods and, further, were the human response to the gift of life. Ancient Sub Saharan African dance…