5Rhythms & yoga classes :: come breathe, move, depressurize
Healing is movement. Disease is inertia. If you put the body in motion, you will change.
~Gabrielle Roth
~Gabrielle Roth
ONLINE Way of the Wave: meditation that moves at home
Thursdays
6:45 - 8:15 pm Pacific Time
*ON HOLD*
While we're unable to gather in the flesh, I will offer online classes.
It's a joy to hold this piece strong, solid and open for those who come together to maintain the thread of their own movement and our community of practice.
Our digital dance reflects our physical one: this is a teacher-supported practice that actively invites you to enter awareness in and through free-form movement.
No previous dance or meditation experience required. I will offer a zone of attention and presence, using 5Rhythms form and freedom.
People of all genders, all cultures/backgrounds/religions, all life stages, all states of health and (dis)ability, and all sizes are lovingly welcome.
My intention is gentle and deep. Our streamlined practice will move like this:
When you join the Zoom call, you should find yourself in a “waiting room" until I welcome you to the meeting room.
Please keep your microphone muted in general. You'll be able to unmute yourself if you need to ask me a question. Zoom's chat function will also be available for you.
In class, feel free to turn your own video on or off as you wish. I will be present on-screen, in witness and care.
Our form is simple:
ARRIVAL TRANSITION: door opens at 6:30 p.m.
WARMUP: 6:45
WAVE: ending between 8 and 8:10 p.m.
CIRCLE: we share presence in silent meditation and optional sharing until 8:15
Mothering yourself:
Ensure your portal device is plugged in or charged fully.
Wear comfortable clothing.
Prepare your movement space in a way that feels good.
Have some water available.
If you have any questions please reach out to chantellfoss@gmail.com. I'm here.
If you have difficulties with Zoom at class time, email me at the same address and we'll work it out.
tickets by donation
Suggested donation is $15 - $25. Please give from your financial capacity at this time.
No-one turned away for lack of funds.
follow the link below, select a class date, and fill in your donation of choice
1 ticket is available per transaction. This is not to limit you to 1 ticket per class,
but because each ticket needs to be associated with its own donation level. It's fine to come back for another ticket for a friend.
If the ticket portal doesn't work for you, contact me here. I understand that using a credit card doesn't work for everyone.
Thursdays
6:45 - 8:15 pm Pacific Time
*ON HOLD*
While we're unable to gather in the flesh, I will offer online classes.
It's a joy to hold this piece strong, solid and open for those who come together to maintain the thread of their own movement and our community of practice.
Our digital dance reflects our physical one: this is a teacher-supported practice that actively invites you to enter awareness in and through free-form movement.
No previous dance or meditation experience required. I will offer a zone of attention and presence, using 5Rhythms form and freedom.
People of all genders, all cultures/backgrounds/religions, all life stages, all states of health and (dis)ability, and all sizes are lovingly welcome.
My intention is gentle and deep. Our streamlined practice will move like this:
When you join the Zoom call, you should find yourself in a “waiting room" until I welcome you to the meeting room.
Please keep your microphone muted in general. You'll be able to unmute yourself if you need to ask me a question. Zoom's chat function will also be available for you.
In class, feel free to turn your own video on or off as you wish. I will be present on-screen, in witness and care.
Our form is simple:
ARRIVAL TRANSITION: door opens at 6:30 p.m.
WARMUP: 6:45
WAVE: ending between 8 and 8:10 p.m.
CIRCLE: we share presence in silent meditation and optional sharing until 8:15
Mothering yourself:
Ensure your portal device is plugged in or charged fully.
Wear comfortable clothing.
Prepare your movement space in a way that feels good.
Have some water available.
If you have any questions please reach out to chantellfoss@gmail.com. I'm here.
If you have difficulties with Zoom at class time, email me at the same address and we'll work it out.
tickets by donation
Suggested donation is $15 - $25. Please give from your financial capacity at this time.
No-one turned away for lack of funds.
follow the link below, select a class date, and fill in your donation of choice
1 ticket is available per transaction. This is not to limit you to 1 ticket per class,
but because each ticket needs to be associated with its own donation level. It's fine to come back for another ticket for a friend.
If the ticket portal doesn't work for you, contact me here. I understand that using a credit card doesn't work for everyone.
5RHYTHMS CLASSES
ON HOLD due to pandemic conditions: Way of the Wave ~ meditation that moves
This is a teacher-supported practice that actively invites you to enter awareness in and through free-form movement. No previous dance or meditation experience required.
I will offer a zone of attention and presence, using 5Rhythms form and freedom.
People of all genders, all cultures/backgrounds/religions, all life stages, all sizes, and all states of health and (dis)ability, are warmly welcome.
Chairs are available for seated dance.
Tickets go on sale the Monday before each class
Thursdays, 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.
Door closes 7:10 p.m.
14+ years
The Gym, HUB @ Cowichan Station
2375 Koksilah Road, Duncan BC
boil water advisory in effect : bring your own water
sorry, no drop-ins at this time :: each class is ticketed :: see below
attendance capped within COVID-19 room capacity
To enter, dancers will agree to a one-time waiver for the period of the pandemic.
Classes follow B.C.'s COVID-19 health and safety guidelines: please see below.
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To be able to continue classes this year, we need to hold to some simple practices.
We'll sign you in, verifying each class that you have, in the previous 10 days, NO: - fever or chills - new or worsening cough - shortness of breath - sore throat - new muscle or headaches - direction from public health to isolate - travel outside our health region - contact with a confirmed Covid-19 case By entering, you agree to gracefully give others at least 6 feet of space for the entire class and while in the dance venue. Masks are very welcome on the dance floor. At this time I do not need to require them. Please make no assumptions about others' choices, and demonstrate respect. |
Prepare for class. Mother yourself.
Wear plenty of extra warm, comfy layers. We are using substantial direct airflow from outdoors, so dance floor temperature will change with the winter weather. The HUB is under a boil-water advisory. Bring a good supply of drinking water. You are welcome to dance in bare feet or indoor shoes (for warmth or joint support). There are chairs available in the space for seated dance. As with all 5Rhythms and conscious dance practices, please be in the space with: - no chatting - no intoxicants - no phones/devices unless you are a medic or caregiver on call - no photography or video - yes! please tell me if you leave early, so my crew knows you're okay |
Thank you for your partnership with the ongoing changes and requirements of these difficult times.
If participating within current public health orders doesn't suit you,
:: peace to all my relations :: and this is not the space for you ::
No new 5-class passes available at this time.
If you're unable to use my ticket portal, contact me here. I understand that using a credit card doesn't work for everyone.
If you're unable to use my ticket portal, contact me here. I understand that using a credit card doesn't work for everyone.
ticket choices
Pay It Forward donation :: $25 and up
The option of sharing a gift to help sustain these classes and help me subsidize dancers who can afford less.
Securely/Comfortably Employed suggested donation :: $20
Lower/Fixed Income suggested donation :: $15
Low-Income and Student suggested donation :: $10
Financial need option: no-one turned away for lack of funds :: $0 - 10
follow the link below, select a class date, and fill in your donation of choice
1 ticket is available per transaction. This is not to limit you to 1 ticket per class,
but because each ticket needs to be associated with its own donation level. It's fine to come back for another ticket for a friend.
If the ticket portal doesn't work for you, contact me here. I understand that using a credit card doesn't work for everyone.
Pay It Forward donation :: $25 and up
The option of sharing a gift to help sustain these classes and help me subsidize dancers who can afford less.
Securely/Comfortably Employed suggested donation :: $20
Lower/Fixed Income suggested donation :: $15
Low-Income and Student suggested donation :: $10
Financial need option: no-one turned away for lack of funds :: $0 - 10
follow the link below, select a class date, and fill in your donation of choice
1 ticket is available per transaction. This is not to limit you to 1 ticket per class,
but because each ticket needs to be associated with its own donation level. It's fine to come back for another ticket for a friend.
If the ticket portal doesn't work for you, contact me here. I understand that using a credit card doesn't work for everyone.
YOGA CLASSES
ON HOLD: Community Yoga:
a gentle wake-up call for every body
Mondays & Wednesdays 9 -10 a.m.
North Cowichan Aquatic Centre, James Street, Duncan
Let's meet to practice yoga in simplicity and togetherness. All energy, health, and experience levels welcome, including absolute beginners.
Each class opens with breathing-focused meditation, continues with moving our bodies, and ends full-circle in meditation.
This short practice provides a potent experience of what community can do when we arrive to support ourselves and each other.
All human beings of all backgrounds, genders,
and health status welcome, 14 and older.
NOTES:
Bring your own bolster, strap, and mat if possible.
Mats, but no other props, are available on site.
Registration required by 8 p.m. the previous day: (250) 746-7665
on hold :: Drop Into Rhythm: 5RHYTHMS morning movement meditation
Fridays, 10:30 - 11:50 a.m.
North Cowichan Aquatic Centre, James St., Duncan
Weekly morning drop-in community practice, for anyone age 15 and over, no previous dance or meditation experience required.
There are no steps to learn; this is about freed movement. In 5Rhythms we support all to join the dance, regardless of gender, culture/religion/"race", age, size, state of health and (dis)ability. We always have chairs for seated dancing available in the space.
NOTE: The floor in this room is hard. If you have vulnerable or injured joints/spine, consider bringing cushioned indoor shoes to support your body if needed.
No extra cost for class: included with general facility admission, including gym, pool, sauna/steam/hot tub
You can pay by cash, debit or credit at the front desk.
Fridays, 10:30 - 11:50 a.m.
North Cowichan Aquatic Centre, James St., Duncan
Weekly morning drop-in community practice, for anyone age 15 and over, no previous dance or meditation experience required.
There are no steps to learn; this is about freed movement. In 5Rhythms we support all to join the dance, regardless of gender, culture/religion/"race", age, size, state of health and (dis)ability. We always have chairs for seated dancing available in the space.
NOTE: The floor in this room is hard. If you have vulnerable or injured joints/spine, consider bringing cushioned indoor shoes to support your body if needed.
No extra cost for class: included with general facility admission, including gym, pool, sauna/steam/hot tub
You can pay by cash, debit or credit at the front desk.
on hold :: Nanaimo Nights: 5RHYTHMS for Nanaimo Conscious Dance
last Friday of selected months, 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.
OmTown Yoga
A rotation among three facilitators holds this monthly class. Here is a time and space to make friends with embodiment of any state you're in.
First-time dancers warmly welcome. All sorts welcome: colour, age, size, gender, religion, health or dis/ability status. You are welcome.
$15, payable by Interac transfer to chantellfoss@gmail.com for online classes, or onsite by cash, credit or debit when we can physically gather post-Covid.
last Friday of selected months, 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.
OmTown Yoga
A rotation among three facilitators holds this monthly class. Here is a time and space to make friends with embodiment of any state you're in.
First-time dancers warmly welcome. All sorts welcome: colour, age, size, gender, religion, health or dis/ability status. You are welcome.
$15, payable by Interac transfer to chantellfoss@gmail.com for online classes, or onsite by cash, credit or debit when we can physically gather post-Covid.
on hold :: Parent & Baby yoga: a registered supportive yoga class for parents with newborns to crawlers
Wednesdays 10:15-11:30 a.m.
North Cowichan Aquatic Centre, James St., Duncan
No yoga experience necessary - and experienced yoginis/yogis welcome. This is a class with personal attention, time for social connection, and welcoming space for babies to nurse, cry, and do all the things that babies do. Gathering together, stretching together, and relaxing together is a powerful cure for the big challenges, massive changes, and frequent isolation of early parenting. Holding this class at the North Cowichan Aquatic Centre means you'll have access to easy parking, a fabulous array of supportive yoga props for restoration, and very affordable cost.
To register, call 250-746-7665.
Wednesdays 10:15-11:30 a.m.
North Cowichan Aquatic Centre, James St., Duncan
No yoga experience necessary - and experienced yoginis/yogis welcome. This is a class with personal attention, time for social connection, and welcoming space for babies to nurse, cry, and do all the things that babies do. Gathering together, stretching together, and relaxing together is a powerful cure for the big challenges, massive changes, and frequent isolation of early parenting. Holding this class at the North Cowichan Aquatic Centre means you'll have access to easy parking, a fabulous array of supportive yoga props for restoration, and very affordable cost.
To register, call 250-746-7665.
