dance practices + offerings

movement centered energetic alchemy

My personal movement practice has evolved over the years and is heavily influenced by some of the artists I’ve worked with, including Stephanie Zaletel (of SZALT dance co.), Lindsey Lollie, Ariana Daub, and Rebecca Bruno. My time at CalArts (2008-2012) showed me the value in multi-disciplinary learning, thus my teachings are heavily influenced by meditation practices and folk medicine ways. Through a molding of somatic scanning, visualization, meditative improvisation, and playful movement investigation, dancers are encouraged to fully embrace their body in its present state. They’re asked to consider what energy they’d like to call in at the beginning of each practice. Before making any adjustments, they’ll be encouraged to take time tuning in to their sensations and bringing awareness to their physical needs that day. Through a series of prompts, dancers take their time to visualize and embody the imagery. The aim is to allow space for them to witness physiological changes in their system while activating their imagination. Through that process, we transmute any discomfort, blockages, or pain into new, refreshing energy allowing us to alchemize rather than work against our bodies.

This practice has made it possible for me to feel challenged and creatively activated while making space for my healing and well-being. It continues to evolve the more I learn to honor my own impulses and bodily autonomy.

mini movement medicine

(parent + child classes, ages 2 - 7)

Movement practices that encourage an active imagination help young ones express and grapple with their inner world. It also shows them how to listen to their body and honor their physical impulses. Children are asked to embody things like colors, shapes, animals, and textures through a series of improvised games. Through creative play children are given an outlet to emote and physicalize their ideas. It’s a beautiful way for them to learn and express themselves.