5Rhythms & yoga classes
Come breathe, dance, stretch, arrive.
CURRENT CLASSES (scroll down for full details)
5RHYTHMS
Way of the Wave
Thursdays 7-9 pm drop-in class, Providence Farm Chapel
WINTER BREAK Dec. 27 & Jan. 3
Thursdays 7-9 pm drop-in class, Providence Farm Chapel
WINTER BREAK Dec. 27 & Jan. 3
Drop Into Rhythm
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:50 drop-in class, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
WINTER BREAK Dec. 28 & Jan. 4
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:50 drop-in class, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
WINTER BREAK Dec. 28 & Jan. 4
Conscious Dance Nanaimo
Last Friday of each month, 7 - 8:30 p.m., door open 6:30, OmTown Yoga, Commercial Street
Dates I teach: Nov. 30 and Dec. 28, 2018. March 29 and June 28, 2019.
Last Friday of each month, 7 - 8:30 p.m., door open 6:30, OmTown Yoga, Commercial Street
Dates I teach: Nov. 30 and Dec. 28, 2018. March 29 and June 28, 2019.
YOGA
Parent & Baby Yoga
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:45 am registered class, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre. Sign up @ 250-746-7665
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:45 am registered class, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre. Sign up @ 250-746-7665
Morning Community Yoga
Wednesdays and Fridays 9 - 10 a.m. drop-in classes, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Wednesdays and Fridays 9 - 10 a.m. drop-in classes, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Midday Community Yoga
Wednesdays 12:15 - 1:15 drop-in class, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Wednesdays 12:15 - 1:15 drop-in class, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Special December 2018 Events
Midwinter Wave: Tuesday-night Candlelight 5Rhythms in Victoria
It's my honour to guest teach Joanne Winstanley's epically-longstanding weekly practice in James Bay.
December 11th, 6:45 - 8:45 p.m.
From Joanne & me:
We'll gather to welcome the dark and the returning light. In honour of Solstice, please dress in dark colours and, if you like, bring a candle
(in its own holder/ container) for the altar.
Regular prices apply: $18 drop-in, 5 classes for $82 with your punch card. (This will be the last Tuesday class of the season ~ classes resume on January 8th, 2019.)
It's my honour to guest teach Joanne Winstanley's epically-longstanding weekly practice in James Bay.
December 11th, 6:45 - 8:45 p.m.
From Joanne & me:
We'll gather to welcome the dark and the returning light. In honour of Solstice, please dress in dark colours and, if you like, bring a candle
(in its own holder/ container) for the altar.
Regular prices apply: $18 drop-in, 5 classes for $82 with your punch card. (This will be the last Tuesday class of the season ~ classes resume on January 8th, 2019.)
Light in the dark, dark in the light
let's come alive, again, in the midwinter moment
SOLSTICE IS COMING NIGHT PRACTICE:
Thursday Dec. 20, 7-9 pm
1. Our regular class at the Chapel at Providence Farm
*if moved, wear something and/or bring something that entices you into sweet darkness & mystery*
2. May I invite you join me to break bread at the Craig Street Brew Pub for an hour or two?
SOLSTICE IS HERE MORNING PRACTICE:
Friday Dec. 21, 10:30 - 11:50 am
1. Our regular class at North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
*if moved, wear something and/or bring something that entices you into tender light & clarity*
2. May I invite you to join me for an apres-dance relaxing steam or sauna downstairs (cost covered with class)?
let's come alive, again, in the midwinter moment
SOLSTICE IS COMING NIGHT PRACTICE:
Thursday Dec. 20, 7-9 pm
1. Our regular class at the Chapel at Providence Farm
*if moved, wear something and/or bring something that entices you into sweet darkness & mystery*
2. May I invite you join me to break bread at the Craig Street Brew Pub for an hour or two?
SOLSTICE IS HERE MORNING PRACTICE:
Friday Dec. 21, 10:30 - 11:50 am
1. Our regular class at North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
*if moved, wear something and/or bring something that entices you into tender light & clarity*
2. May I invite you to join me for an apres-dance relaxing steam or sauna downstairs (cost covered with class)?
HOLY: a last, mindful wave before New Year's
Tuning in enough... being in the moment enough... becoming honest enough to learn to create good beginnings, middles, and endings. This is a strong teaching of the art and practice of 5Rhythms.
Come dance in the pause between years. Who knows how we will find ourselves, that night? Let's enter the ending, about to become another beginning - but not quite yet. Let's move and breathe in that space.
Hosted by the community-minded folks at OmTown Yoga in Nanaimo, who are offering monthly space for conscious and ecstatic dance.
TICKETS: omtown.ca under "Events", and at the door.
7 pm - 8:30, door open 6:30 p.m
Tuning in enough... being in the moment enough... becoming honest enough to learn to create good beginnings, middles, and endings. This is a strong teaching of the art and practice of 5Rhythms.
Come dance in the pause between years. Who knows how we will find ourselves, that night? Let's enter the ending, about to become another beginning - but not quite yet. Let's move and breathe in that space.
Hosted by the community-minded folks at OmTown Yoga in Nanaimo, who are offering monthly space for conscious and ecstatic dance.
TICKETS: omtown.ca under "Events", and at the door.
7 pm - 8:30, door open 6:30 p.m
5RHYTHMS® Weekly Class details
Way of the Wave: meditation that moves
Thursdays 7-9 p.m.
at the sweet Providence Farm Chapel, 1843 Tzouhalem Road
Our home-base open community practice, for everyone 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. People of all genders, all cultures/religions/"races", all states of health and (dis)ability, and all sizes are warmly welcome.
Participation options:
$65 for a 5-class pass, $15 to drop in.
First time? $5
The Chapel is a beautiful intimate space in a historic building, with soft old-growth fir floors, nestled within a therapeutic farm community at the base of Mount Tzouhalem. You'll come straight into the farm acreage. Bike lock-up is available at the entrance, and parking is to the right of the main building. Please be sure to wrap yourself in an extra comfy layer or two,
and remember your water bottle.
Thursdays 7-9 p.m.
at the sweet Providence Farm Chapel, 1843 Tzouhalem Road
Our home-base open community practice, for everyone 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. People of all genders, all cultures/religions/"races", all states of health and (dis)ability, and all sizes are warmly welcome.
Participation options:
$65 for a 5-class pass, $15 to drop in.
First time? $5
The Chapel is a beautiful intimate space in a historic building, with soft old-growth fir floors, nestled within a therapeutic farm community at the base of Mount Tzouhalem. You'll come straight into the farm acreage. Bike lock-up is available at the entrance, and parking is to the right of the main building. Please be sure to wrap yourself in an extra comfy layer or two,
and remember your water bottle.
Light in the dark, dark in the light
let's come alive, again, in the midwinter moment
SOLSTICE IS COMING NIGHT PRACTICE:
Thursday Dec. 20, 7-9 pm
1. Our regular class at the Chapel at Providence Farm
*if moved, wear something and/or bring something that entices you into sweet darkness & mystery*
2. May I invite you join me to break bread at the Craig Street Brew Pub for an hour or two?
SOLSTICE IS HERE MORNING PRACTICE:
Friday Dec. 21, 10:30 - 11:50 am
1. Our regular class at North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
*if moved, wear something and/or bring something that entices you into tender light & clarity*
2. May I invite you to join me for an apres-dance relaxing steam or sauna downstairs (cost covered with class)?
♥♥♥♥♥
let's come alive, again, in the midwinter moment
SOLSTICE IS COMING NIGHT PRACTICE:
Thursday Dec. 20, 7-9 pm
1. Our regular class at the Chapel at Providence Farm
*if moved, wear something and/or bring something that entices you into sweet darkness & mystery*
2. May I invite you join me to break bread at the Craig Street Brew Pub for an hour or two?
SOLSTICE IS HERE MORNING PRACTICE:
Friday Dec. 21, 10:30 - 11:50 am
1. Our regular class at North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
*if moved, wear something and/or bring something that entices you into tender light & clarity*
2. May I invite you to join me for an apres-dance relaxing steam or sauna downstairs (cost covered with class)?
♥♥♥♥♥
Drop Into Rhythm: 5RHYTHMS free dance
Fridays, 10:30 - 11:50 a.m.
North Cowichan Aquatic Centre, James St., Duncan
Drop-in weekly morning practice! Open to everyone 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", size, state of health and (dis)ability. NOTE: The floor in this room is hard. If you have vulnerable or injured joints/spine, consider bringing cushioned indoor shoes so you can support your body if needed.
No extra cost for class: included with general facility admission, including gym, pool, sauna/steam/hot tub
Fridays, 10:30 - 11:50 a.m.
North Cowichan Aquatic Centre, James St., Duncan
Drop-in weekly morning practice! Open to everyone 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", size, state of health and (dis)ability. NOTE: The floor in this room is hard. If you have vulnerable or injured joints/spine, consider bringing cushioned indoor shoes so you can support your body if needed.
No extra cost for class: included with general facility admission, including gym, pool, sauna/steam/hot tub
Yoga Class details
Parent & Baby yoga (Om Baby)
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.
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.
All-Levels Community Yoga
a gentle wake-up call for every body
Wednesdays & Fridays 9 -10 a.m.
Wednesdays 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
North Cowichan Aquatic Centre, James Street, Duncan
Every week, an ever-changing group of people meets to practice yoga in simplicity and togetherness. All ages and experience levels welcome, including those asking "what is yoga, anyway?" Each class opens with breathing-focussed meditation, continues with opening and moving our bodies, and ends full-circle in meditation. With all levels of energy and injury present, this short class nevertheless provides a potent experience of what community can do when we arrive to support ourselves and each other.
No extra cost for class: included with general facility admission, including gym, pool, sauna/steam/hot tub
a gentle wake-up call for every body
Wednesdays & Fridays 9 -10 a.m.
Wednesdays 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
North Cowichan Aquatic Centre, James Street, Duncan
Every week, an ever-changing group of people meets to practice yoga in simplicity and togetherness. All ages and experience levels welcome, including those asking "what is yoga, anyway?" Each class opens with breathing-focussed meditation, continues with opening and moving our bodies, and ends full-circle in meditation. With all levels of energy and injury present, this short class nevertheless provides a potent experience of what community can do when we arrive to support ourselves and each other.
No extra cost for class: included with general facility admission, including gym, pool, sauna/steam/hot tub