MORNING WAVES

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MORNING WAVES IN PERSON

EVERY FRIDAY MORNING FROM 9:00AM-11AM ET AT SAINT MARK'S CHURCH IN THE BOWERY

131 E. 10th St. New York, NY 10003

 

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 The 5Rhythms is a practice of being in your body that ignites creativity, connection & community.

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Each class is a guided journey into Gabrielle Roth's wave map of the 5Rhythms:

Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical & Stillness.

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No prior dance or 5Rhythms experience necessary. 5Rhythms can be experienced by anyone regardless of your physicality. There are no specific moves to learn and dancers can participate at their own pace, within their own capacity to move.

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We will begin with a body-parts warm-up, followed by teachings around a specific theme or concept. Then, we will dance a full wave with an invitation to join a speaking circle afterwards.

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Saint Mark’s Church is the structure is the second-oldest church building in Manhattan and has supported an active artistic community since the 19th century.

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In case the pre-registration tickets are sold out, please know that we hold a limited amount of first come first serve tickets at the door. Please come as early as 8:40am to claim a door ticket. When we have reached capacity, we will close admission.

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***Please take a moment to read through our class Agreements:

 

INTEGRITY

This is a 5Rhythms movement practice guided by

the maps of Gabrielle Roth. We come to dance our own

experience, respect the lineage, and stay true to the form.

 

INCLUSION

All bodies, identities, and backgrounds are welcome.

 

AWARENESS

Listen to your body and move at your own pace.

Keep eyes open, feet grounded, and stay aware of others.

We are guests at Saint Mark’s Church.

Tops and bottoms are required for all genders.

We welcome authentic self-expression and invite everyone

to choose attire that honors our shared sacred space.

 

PRESENCE

This is a drug and alcohol-free, silent space.

No talking, no phones, no photos, no videos.,

Please refrain from screaming or wearing strong scents.

We dance barefoot or in dance shoes.

Street shoes are not permitted on the floor.

 

DANCE CULTURE

We dance barefoot or in dance shoes.

Street shoes are not permitted on the floor.

Be mindful of your energy, physical space,

and impact on others and the group as a whole.

The 5Rhythms practice is not ecstatic dance,

contact improvisation, cuddling, or yoga.

Partnering may arise, but the primary practice is

dancing your own dance.

 

CONSENT

Touch without consent is never OK.

If it’s not a clear yes, it’s a no. A yes can change at any time.

You are not obligated to dance with anyone.

Discern your own boundaries and honor the boundaries of others.

 

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Thank you for being fluid with all that comes up as we continue

navigating these new ways of moving together.

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