Discover the basics of Dance-Movement Therapy and what therapeutic movement can do for stress reduction, emotional resilkiency, and accelerated self-expression.
Fitness / Dance/Mental wellness skills

  11 people requesting Free

This is a 6 week series, covering weekly themes of rhythm, space, and effort to get users more in touch with what type of therapeutic movement their body craves and teaching embodiment skills for emotional resilience.
Fitness / Dance

  3 people attending Paid

Join us online in some comfy clothes and supportive footwear to explore gentle movements, mindfulness, and creative imagery to help melt the stress away.
Fitness / Dance/Mental wellness skills

  18 people requesting Free

Welcome to Elements of Universal Movement! We'll be using integrated techniques from across the practices of Dance-Movement Therapy, 5-Rhythms Studies, Authentic Movement, and Mindfulness to study the building blocks of creative movement. We're here to dance with non-judgement, so please leave any ideas about choreography at the door. By participating in this group you are agreeing to: 1. Listen to your body and go at your own pace. Everything is optional and your facilitator will provide lots of adaptations to the invitations to move. 2. Be respectful of the community space and each other. No negative or disrespectful comments will be tolerated in the chat or on the mic when it's time to share. 3. Give it a try! You may be encountering a lot of new ideas and invitations, so if you wish to simply stop and observe for a moment that is just fine however we would encourage you to keep an open mind and try the activities on to see where they take you. 4. Please remember that this is a therapeutic group, not a substitute for therapy. The confidential nature of any group that meets on the internet is limited, however we encourage everyone to only share anything to the level they are comfortable sharing with a room full of kind strangers. If you do not do the sharing in this space, please refrain from doing any retelling outside of the space. 5. Thank you for being here. Please feel free to invite the special people in your life to the next one!
Fitness / Dance

  2 people attending Paid

Elements of Universal Movement Pt. 2 We will cover an integrative approach to movement through the lenses of Dance-Movement therapy, 5-Rhythms practice, and somatic techniques to give the body what it needs to release negative emotions and feel better.
Fitness / Dance

  2 people attending Paid

Meet your inner child's need for self expression, play, and soothing to empower your body language and boost confidence.
Mental wellness skills/Fitness / Dance

  26 people requesting Free

This is a perfect space for anyone who has ever wanted to try ecstatic dance but may have been too intimidated to join one in person. We'll be studying the main tenants of therapeutic, free-flowing, creative movement without judgements in the virtual setting, which is the perfect place to start. This is a great opportunity to dance past our own judgements and expectations, engage with our deeper levels of creative expression, and embrace movement as a natural form of connection to self and healing. Participation Guidelines from Ecstatic Dance International: Ecstatic Dance – 3 Simple Guidelines 1. We Dance without shoes (or: We Dance Barefoot) This allows us to connect more fully with the Ground (socks are OK) If you have a physical condition that you need dance shoes, then OK 2. We Dance without words (or: We Dance with Body Language) This makes it easier to be in a Meditative State No Verbal Instruction from the Facilitators No Talking from the Dancers 3. We Dance as We Are No Drugs/Alcohol, No Phones, No Camera/Video, No Scents, No Expectations, No Judgements, No Shoulds, No Oughts… Just Be Yourself; With Respect for Ourselves, the Space, and One Another.
Fitness / Dance

  6 people attending Paid

Ecstatic Dance is a Free-flowing practice of movement without judgement. As soon as you enter the space, you are invited to let go of judgements and expectations, and allow yourself to feel and move through your emotions, sensations, body, mind, and spirit. This is a safe space for movement and expression and there is no ‘right and wrong’ here. Trust in the journey and listen to your body. There are no steps to learn and there will not be any verbal facilitation, simply look to the instructor if you need to re-anchor to the music; otherwise let the dance move you.
Fitness / Dance

  25 people requesting Free

Welcome! This is a 45-minute modular class series that focuses on the elements of movement. Although each class will build on previous content of movement as artistic inquiry, anyone can jump into this series at any point as each class will follow the same routine while covering different themes. The elements of dance covered here are drawn from Dance-Movement Therapy and are not meant to serve as an exercise class. We encourage you to bring a practice of non-judgement and permission to have fun to these classes. We will focus on imagery, elements of movement, and fresh takes on interactive movement games to inspire your creative repertoire to expand in beautiful and interesting new directions. In addition to joining in from a spacious room; comfortable clothes, bare feet and/or nonslip footwear, and a hydrating drink are recommended. Participants may also join in from rollators, wheelchairs, or a comfortable seat as adaptation options will be given by the facilitator. Please note that by joining in, participants are agreeing to assume the following responsibilities: 1. Listen to their bodies by going at their own pace, including utilizing the adaptations of movements offered to their physical limitations/needs during the session. All prompts and facilitation are also optional and participants may choose to simply observe for some activities or take a break for one song. 2. Dance and move in a state of safety and alertness in their space. If anything is uncomfortable physically or emotionally DO NOT engage with that prompt. Please take care of you for all of us. 3. Whatever is shared in the group is to stay in the group; however, participants are to only verbally share with the understanding that this is an online therapeutic movement group; therefore this content is not guaranteed as totally confidential by the nature of sharing in the online space with others. 4. Understand that this group is NOT a substitute for a closed in-person therapy group or individual mental health counseling. Please seek appropriate professional help for these types of needs. About the Host: Ramanda Brockett is a Registered Dance-Movement Therapist with the American Dance Therapy Association and a Board-Certified Candidate in May 2024. Ms. Brockett brings 4+ years of clinical mental health experience, and 10+ years of experience in interpretive dance performance, choreography, and coaching. Brockett currently practices in both acute and private settings, as well as deeply enjoying group facilitation in person in the Saint Louis area, online via the Hobi app, and at wellness workshops. Further Resources For more information on: - individual sessions, please visit www.heal.me/ramanda - the field of Dance Movement Therapy, please visit www.adta.org - ecstatic dance circles near you, please visit www.ecstaticdance.org
Fitness / Dance

  10 people attending Paid

This FREE 45-minute virtual community group is our grand finale to the month of March's inquiry into the Building Blocks of Creative Movement. This is the perfect place to start for newbies and the perfect one to invite friends and family to for returning dancers! The elements of dance covered here are drawn from Dance-Movement Therapy and are not meant to serve as an exercise class. We encourage you to bring a practice of non-judgement and permission to have fun to these classes. We will focus on imagery, elements of movement, and fresh takes on interactive movement games to inspire your creative repertoire to expand in beautiful and interesting new directions. In addition to joining in from a spacious room; comfortable clothes, bare feet and/or nonslip footwear, and a hydrating drink are recommended. Participants may also join in from rollators, wheelchairs, or a comfortable seat as adaptation options will be given by the facilitator. Please note that by joining in, participants are agreeing to assume the following responsibilities: 1. Listen to their bodies by going at their own pace, including utilizing the adaptations of movements offered to their physical limitations/needs during the session. All prompts and facilitation are also optional and participants may choose to simply observe for some activities or take a break for one song. 2. Dance and move in a state of safety and alertness in their space. If anything is uncomfortable physically or emotionally DO NOT engage with that prompt. Please take care of you for all of us. 3. Whatever is shared in the group is to stay in the group; however, participants are to only verbally share with the understanding that this is an online therapeutic movement group; therefore this content is not guaranteed as totally confidential by the nature of sharing in the online space with others. 4. Understand that this group is NOT a substitute for a closed in-person therapy group or individual mental health counseling. Please seek appropriate professional help for these types of needs. About the Host: Ramanda Brockett is a Registered Dance-Movement Therapist with the American Dance Therapy Association and a Board-Certified Candidate in May 2024. Ms. Brockett brings 4+ years of clinical mental health experience, and 10+ years of experience in interpretive dance performance, choreography, and coaching. Brockett currently practices in both acute and private settings, as well as deeply enjoying group facilitation in person in the Saint Louis area, online via the Hobi app, and at wellness workshops. Further Resources For more information on: - individual sessions, please visit www.heal.me/ramanda - the field of Dance Movement Therapy, please visit www.adta.org - ecstatic dance circles near you, please visit www.ecstaticdance.org
Fitness / Dance

  12 people requesting Free

Welcome! This is a 45-minute modular class series that focuses on the elements of movement. Although each class will build on previous content of movement as artistic inquiry, anyone can jump into this series at any point as each class will follow the same routine while covering different themes. Description: The elements of dance covered here are drawn from Dance-Movement Therapy and are not meant to serve as an exercise class, however participants may expand as much energy as they wish in applying the prompts given by the facilitator. We encourage you to bring a practice of non-judgement and permission to have fun to these classes. We will focus on imagery, elements of movement, and fresh takes on interactive movement games to inspire your creative repertoire to expand in beautiful and interesting new directions. In addition to joining in from a spacious room; comfortable clothes, bare feet and/or nonslip footwear, and a hydrating drink are recommended. Participants may also join in from rollators, wheelchairs, or a comfortable seat as adaptation options will be given by the facilitator. Please note that by joining in, participants are agreeing to assume the following responsibilities: 1. Listen to their bodies by going at their own pace, including utilizing the adaptations of movements offered to their physical limitations/needs during the session. All prompts and facilitation are also optional and participants may choose to simply observe for some activities or take a break for one song. 2. Dance and move in a state of safety and alertness in their space. If anything is uncomfortable physically or emotionally DO NOT engage with that prompt. Please take care of you for all of us. 3. Whatever is shared in the group is to stay in the group; however, participants are to only verbally share with the understanding that this is an online therapeutic movement group; therefore this content is not guaranteed as totally confidential by the nature of sharing in the online space with others. 4. Understand that this group is NOT a substitute for a closed in-person therapy group or individual mental health counseling. Please see the link below to schedule with Ramanda for these types of sessions to view her specialties and decide if Dance-Movement Therapy is appropriate to empower you to address any deeper needs. About the Host: Ramanda Brockett is a Registered Dance-Movement Therapist with the American Dance Therapy Association and a Board-Certified Candidate in May 2024. Ms. Brockett brings 4+ years of clinical mental health experience, and 10+ years of experience in interpretive dance performance, choreography, and coaching. Brockett currently practices in both acute and private settings, as well as deeply enjoying group facilitation in person in the Saint Louis area, online via the Hobi app, and at wellness workshops. Further Resources For more information on: - the field of Dance Movement Therapy, please visit www.adta.org - individual sessions, please visit www.heal.me/ramanda
Fitness / Dance

  5 people attending Paid

Join us for an introduction to the elements of movement! All movement will be gentle and will be done standing. We will fulfill somatic cravings to meet your body exactly where it is to process from an instinctual level to release emotions, efforts, and tensions in surprising and refreshing ways. Facilitation will be given through the use of movement imagery, creative prompts, and inspired interactions designed to expand your creative repertoire in beautiful and interesting new directions. The traditions this group will draw from include Movement Efforts, Kestenberg Rhythms, 5-Rhythms Meditative Dance, Authentic Movement, and so much more! Week 1: FREE! This week we will incorporate the elements of water, flow, nurturing creativity and intuition Week 2: This week we incorporate the elements of air, change, decision and Week 3: This week we incorporate the elements of fire, breakthrough and transformation Week 4: This week we incorporate the elements of earth, grounding, steadiness and recovery Week 5: This week we incorporate the elements of spirit, stillness and integration We encourage you to bring a practice of non-judgment and permission to have fun to these classes as we will be focusing on creative movement as a form of controlled release by taking a broad overview of grouped themes. If you are someone who is looking to deepen your relationship with your body as a source of wisdom and insight, or if you are curious about Dance Movement Therapy as a form of spiritual inquiry this is a great group for you! We get to take a load off of your nervous system by processing things on a body level so you can feel better quicker and without the need for extensive verbal processing, journaling, or intellectualizing; although the facilitator is available to process any of these with you afterward. Please note that by joining in, participants are agreeing to listen to their bodies by going at their own pace, including utilizing the adaptations of movements offered to their physical limitations/needs during the session. All prompts and facilitation are also optional and participants may choose to simply observe for some activities or take a break for one song.
Fitness / Dance

  4 people attending Paid