Winter/Spring 2012 Workshops
Effective January 1 - May 31, 2012
Pre-registration is required, please call 732.777.9642
or email somactr@aol. com
Monthly Workshop Series . March . April . May
Embodied Meditation with LIVE Music | Saturdays 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5 | 11:15am-12:30pm
With Bobbie Ellis and John Bianculli
Using the 6 gateways of sensory perception we access the sacred feminine. The 6 gateways are: Respiratory Movement – sensations of breath, Relationship to gravity – finding the ground through the body, Relationship to space – using space as dynamic support for letting go – the permeable body/not separation from all things, Imagery and the Body’s response – being nourished by the imagination, Being guided by the currents of life – prana flow, Intuitive play – trusting what arises from your own experience and expression. Cost: $17 drop-in
The Elements of Creativity | Wednesdays 11am-1pm
Fire: February 8-29 / Water: March 7-28 / Air & Space: April 4-25
With Bobbie Ellis
Since ancient times the power of dance, storytelling, painting and ritual have been used to reveal, heal and teach us more about ourselves and the world in which we live. In our time together we will work with the bridge between life experience and the creative process to explore the themes and stories of life as it is unfolding. In Elements of Creativity we will use breath, sound, movement, drawing, writing and enacting to explore, develop and support higher levels of consciousness in the realm of life themes and stories that arise out of our creative process working with the elements of earth, fire, water, air and space. Art is based on the Latin root word meaning
“to fit”. Expression through art gives us a way to externalize the act of fitting together the impressions of our lives which can heighten awareness and insight by bringing us into creative contact with reality. There is a joy and fulfillment in the act of making art and moving the body to express life that leaves a unique and valuable impact on the person doing it. This more positive impact affects our perspective by increasing our willingness and motivation to explore unfamiliar and challenging terrain bringing lasting change to long held issues. In deeper explorations of ourselves we have more internal resources for our life journey. Cost: $120 per series/$350 for all four. Pre-registration required.
Elements of Special Outdoor Adventure - into the Elements | Saturday 2/25 | 1-6pm
With Bobbie Ellis
Please dress accordingly, we will be going outside! Cost: $75/$65 by 2/10
Continuum Movement Series Classes | Thursdays 6:30-9pm
With Bobbie Ellis
• 7 week Series I: The Power of the Gestating Winter – February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 8, 15, 22
(winter weather make-up sessions: March 29 & April 5)
What is gestating within you during the cold winter months? How can we begin a conscious exploration and dialogue for seedlings to begin to germinate within? Cost: $120/$110 by 1/20
• 7 week Series II: Tapping the Inner Spring - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24
What is sprouting within during this springtime thaw? How can we tend to and continue to grow what is seeding in our creative life? Cost: $120/$110 by 3/15
Shaking Spirit Waves – Gabrielle Roth’s 5 Rhythms | Sundays 2/12, 3/11, 5/13 | 4-6pm
With Kierra Foster-Ba
The 5Rhythms comprise a simple movement practice designed to release the dancer that lives in everybody, no matter what its shape, size, age, limitations and experience. To find your dance is to find yourself, at your most fluid and creative level. While the practice itself is the essence of simplicity, it has the power to catalyze deep healing and creative expression. The primary teaching of this work is: If you put the psyche in motion, it will heal itself. The five rhythms are Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness They come together to create the Wave, a movement meditation practice. Rather than having steps to follow, each rhythm is a different energy field in which you find your own expression and choreography, thereby stretching your imagination as well as your body. Each rhythm is a teacher and you can expect to meet different and sometimes unknown aspects of yourself as your dance unfolds and your practice of the rhythms deepens over time. The rhythms are the foundation of Gabrielle's body of work, a series of healing maps for the body, heart, mind, soul and spirit that provide a lifetime of self-discovery and a path to awakening. The 5Rhythms practice starts you on that journey and is the place to which you will always return. Cost: $20
Rest, Restore and Renew | Sundays 2/12, 3/25 | 7-8:30pm
With Denise Trimble
Our world seems to be moving faster all the time, and we need to seize opportunities to bring balance back to all of our body systems, not only for improved health, but also for refreshed mood, clarity of mind, and revived energy. Join Denise Trimble in exploring some wonderful ways to enhance your well-being with little to no effort and in complete comfort and ease. Cost: $20
Special Jazz and World Music Concerts | Sun 2/26, 7pm | Sat 3/24, 8pm | Sun 4/22, 7pm
with John Bianculi and friends
Earth Day celebration on Sunday, 4/22!
Ageless Vitality II | Saturday 3/4 | 1-5pm
With Elaine Colandrea
Continuum and the pelvic floor workshop for women. Cost: $85/$75 by 2/15
Oh My Healthy Spine! Back Care Basics for Everyone | Saturday 3/24 | 1-4pm
With Bobbie Ellis
Learn life saving tools for healthy back care. Through sensory awareness and slowing down we begin to unravel the magnificent spine. Using tools from Continuum Movement and Yoga Therapy we develop explorations for opening the tension around the spinal column. The result: FREEDOM IN MOVEMENT. Cost: $40/$34 by 3/15
Numerology | Sunday 4/22 | 4-6pm
With Krista Eggerling
Join Krista Eggering, a Jewelry Designer and Spiritual Facilitator, as she facilitates one of her Empowerment Series Workshops. Krista’s intention for her Empowerment Series Workshops is to inspire others to cultivate a strong intuition, inner wisdom, creativity and a meditation practice for self-healing and self-knowledge. The ancient science of Numerology is the study of how the numerical vibrations effect us, universally and personally. Through the birth date, we will explore how these numerical vibrations can reveal one's lifepath, personal year, inner strengths and future tendencies. Based on your findings, each person will individually make their own mala bracelet made of wood and semi precious stones. Each number is represented by a semi precious stone to reflect the essence of its vibrations. A wonderful memory to remind you of the journey you explored at the workshop. Cost: $45/per person (all supplies included). For more information about Krista or to contact her directly: www.kristalynndesigns.com or www.theartspa.com
Mala Bead | Sunday 5/6 | 4-6pm
With Krista Eggerling
Join Krista Eggering, a Jewelry Designer and Spiritual Facilitator for this fun workshop of beading and spirituality. Each person will individually make a Mala Necklace (using wood beads and semi precious stones), talk about the meaning of a Mala Necklace, the spiritual qualities of gemstones, mantras and healing techniques through the Mala. You will also be working with the Healing with the Angels Oracle Cards by Doreen Virtue while you are beading. This spiritual awayness from life will include a small discussion to find out areas in your life where you need a boost, enhancement or healing. Beautiful beads of spiritual quality will be provided to create your personal Mala necklace. Please bring a journal and pen if you wish to take notes. Cost: $40/per person (all supplies included). For more information about Krista or to contact her directly: www.kristalynndesigns.com or www.theartspa.com