Roots & Wings ~ 5Rhythms Movement Classes with Layah
Wed March 1, 2023 - Roots
Wed Mar 8, 2023 - Wings
Roncesvalles United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto
7-9pm

5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation practice - a workout for body and soul, and a map for awakening and embodying our creative capacity to meet all that life brings. There are no steps to follow in this improvisational movement methodology. Instead, we show up, tune in and move what is alive in us. 

Dancing the 5Rhythms can be fun, meditative, transformative, and healing. We have the opportunity to step into a sandbox where we can play with different embodiment tools that support us to express a wider spectrum of our aliveness.

How do we connect to the tap root of our creativity? How do we draw on the strength and supports around us to nourish ourselves? In the first class in this 2 class series, we will explore our relationship with Earth, and how we can ground ourselves in movement practice, even when we feel disconnected.

When we are rooted in the Here and Now, and centred in our selves, more freedom of expression is possible. How do we allow our unique spirits to come through on the dance floor and in daily life? In the second class in this 2 class series, we will explore expansion and contraction, effort and effortlessness, and play with opening our wings to the creative winds that blow our way.  

Every body, and all movement experience is welcome.

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Classes in this series will build upon each other, allowing for continuity and depth of learning. While registering for the 2 class series is not mandatory, it is encouraged.

Full Series Tuition (2 classes)*
Benefactor: $65
Supporter: $55
Regular: $45
Supported: $35

Single Class Tuition*
Benefactor: $35
Supporter: $30
Regular: $25
Supported: $20

*Tiered pricing is available so that those of us with more can share, and those of us who could use some support can receive it. When you register at the Supporter rate, a portion of your registration fee is applied toward another dancer's reduced-rate spot. If a lower price will make the classes accessible for you, please register at the 'Supported' rate. If you know you want to dance regularly, and these prices are a barrier for you, please email me at layahjane@hotmail.com for a possible partial scholarship or work trade possibilities.

*Available Discount Code: "Reparations" for a 50% discount (single class or full series) is available to anyone who chooses to identify as a person of colour, regardless of ability to pay.

REFUND POLICY: There are no refunds. If you must cancel your attendance due to testing positive for Covid, you will be offered a class credit which can be applied towards a future class with Layah. If you are unable to attend for other reasons, first please let us know so we may release your spot to another dancer. In the event that we are at capacity and we are able to fill your spot, you will be offered two options: you may donate your tuition to the scholarship fund, or you may receive a class credit which can be applied towards a future class with Layah. No credits will be issued for no-shows, or if we have not reached capacity. To request a class credit, please email layahjane@hotmail.com.

VENUE
Roncesvalles United Church
240 Roncesvalles Ave (please use side entrance through the parking lot)
Toronto, ON, M6R 1L3
*This is a wheelchair accessible venue*

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Health Protocol

We expect any dancers experiencing cold/flu symptoms to stay home to care for themselves, and the rest of the group.

Capacity limits (registration capped at 35 dancers)
Rapid antigen testing at home before class
HEPA filter in-studio
Masks welcome (but not mandatory)
Windows open
Contact tracing (name and phone number of every participant)

TEST AT HOME: We will not be testing at the front table for this class series, and instead are asking that participants test at home. It is done on the honour system. Upon arriving you will sign a sheet saying that you have tested at home. If you have not tested at home we will give you a test and you can find a spot to test yourself on site.

THROAT, CHEEK and NOSTRILS: We ask that all testers swab throat, checks, and nostrils as this has been proven as the best way to test for COVID.

While no layer of protection is perfect, the above measures work better together than they do alone. If you choose to attend this indoor class, you acknowledge that though we are taking precautions, there is still a risk of contracting Covid as a result of attending, and you are assuming full responsibility for your choice to attend, and any illnesses or injuries that may result.