5Rhythms & yoga classes
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CURRENT CLASSES (scroll down for full details)
5RHYTHMS
Way of the Wave
Thursdays 7-9 pm drop-in class, Providence Farm Chapel
2019 classes begin January 10
Thursdays 7-9 pm drop-in class, Providence Farm Chapel
2019 classes begin January 10
Drop Into Rhythm
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:50 drop-in class, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
2019 classes begin January 18
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:50 drop-in class, North Cowichan Aquatic Centre
2019 classes begin January 18
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 Events
ENTER
5RHYTHMS on Thetis Island
6-8 pm, January 19, 2019
Forbes Hall Community Centre
292 North Cove Road
We'll use the natural, welcoming process of the 5Rhythms Wave to re-introduce ourselves to ourselves, enter the present moment, and also gently mark our entrance to this newborn year, 2019. Each of the five rhythms contains vast teachings. We'll enter each in turn with simplicity and curiosity, as if stepping from the shores of a stream into the gentle current of the water. Our bodies will be our gateway: 1. we'll breathe and notice our breathing; 2. we'll actively feel our own body as a whole and in its parts; 3. we'll allow movement to arise from our attention to our breathing, sensing bodies... and repeat. Entering, entering, entering...
Sliding scale $15-$20
PRACTICAL NOTES:
Please wear comfy layers and consider bringing indoor dancing shoes for this older community hall that may well be draughty in January weather.
Young ones (kids) welcome in this dance.
If you're walking onto the ferry to Thetis, be assured it's a very short walk to the hall from the ferry: about 5 to 7 minutes. Please walk against traffic.
If you are coming "footy" by ferry, let us know what ferry you're coming in on and we can pick you up. Off islanders are encouraged to take the 5:10 boat, which will arrive at 5:45, and our team can pick you up to arrive with a few minutes to get settled.
There are no corner stores or snacks available onsite, so please bring snacks you might require.
There is excellent drinking water available in a water fountain at the hall.
5RHYTHMS on Thetis Island
6-8 pm, January 19, 2019
Forbes Hall Community Centre
292 North Cove Road
We'll use the natural, welcoming process of the 5Rhythms Wave to re-introduce ourselves to ourselves, enter the present moment, and also gently mark our entrance to this newborn year, 2019. Each of the five rhythms contains vast teachings. We'll enter each in turn with simplicity and curiosity, as if stepping from the shores of a stream into the gentle current of the water. Our bodies will be our gateway: 1. we'll breathe and notice our breathing; 2. we'll actively feel our own body as a whole and in its parts; 3. we'll allow movement to arise from our attention to our breathing, sensing bodies... and repeat. Entering, entering, entering...
Sliding scale $15-$20
PRACTICAL NOTES:
Please wear comfy layers and consider bringing indoor dancing shoes for this older community hall that may well be draughty in January weather.
Young ones (kids) welcome in this dance.
If you're walking onto the ferry to Thetis, be assured it's a very short walk to the hall from the ferry: about 5 to 7 minutes. Please walk against traffic.
If you are coming "footy" by ferry, let us know what ferry you're coming in on and we can pick you up. Off islanders are encouraged to take the 5:10 boat, which will arrive at 5:45, and our team can pick you up to arrive with a few minutes to get settled.
There are no corner stores or snacks available onsite, so please bring snacks you might require.
There is excellent drinking water available in a water fountain at the hall.
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.
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