11:00a.m. –12:30p.m.
Tai
Chi: – with Mark Wallaert – Yang Style
108 Taijiquan
Taiji (Tai Chi) is an Internal Style of Kung Fu. As an
internal art, strength is cultivated in awareness and understanding of
body structure and intention. Practice is centered on the
Yang style of 108 (long) form with warm ups including joint opening,
stretching and breathing (Chi Gung) exercises. Interested
students may try classes at the beginning of each month. Call
503.231.8155 for more information.
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Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Dance:
– with
Donna Oefinger – Monday nights - This is a high energy and
exultant exploration of sacred dance from Brazil which represents the
Orixas. Orixas make up a pantheon of African deities that
embody different forces of nature and energy, such as fire, the ocean,
thunder, industry, sensuality, the hunt, and so forth. By dancing the
movements of an Orisha, one can explore the embodiment of these
different archetypes. $10. - drop in $90 for 10
classes 503.284.1170
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Afro-Cuban Dance:
– with
Donna Oefinger – This class is similar to the afro-Brazilian
class in
its cultural significance. Cuban sacred dance is intricately
woven together with the music of interlocking drum rhythms.
These unique movements will challenge the language of your body and its
rhythmic skills. $10. Drop in $90 for 10
classes 503.284.1170
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Samba:
– with Donna
Oefinger – Come enjoy the celebratory carnival dance from
both the
regions of Rio de Janeiro and Salvador. Kick the weekend off by
liberating the body to move in your own way that's both sophisticated
and sensual. Guaranteed to give you a workout and a lighter day. $10.
Drop in $90. For 10 classes, Donna
503.284.1170
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West African Dance:
– West African Dance with Alseny Yansane - This class is designed to accommodate dancers of all skill levels and experience. Whether you are a beginning or advanced student or
whether you are looking to improve your technique or just get a good work out this class is for you. All classes are accompanied by live drumming. Drop-ins are welcome! 541.484.3111
http://wontanaraproductions.com/
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Hip Hop:
– With Andre' baker – This class if for anyone who
loves Hip Hop movement. It's
high energy, fun and can be challenging. Classes range from
beginning to advance. Drop in cost is $12., monthly $40.
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Yoga:
– With Wisteria Loeffler – This is an Iyengar style
yoga class. Wisteria brings a
focus on alignment and self acceptance to her teaching.
Wisteria completed a 110 hour teacher training course with her teacher
Kofi Busia, and has been a devoted student of yoga for about 9
years. $15. drop in / $10 for 10 classes.
wisterial@gmail.com
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Beginning Salsa:
– with Angelko and Maki – $35 for 4 weeks
pre-register. Drop-ins welcome
$10 per class. Singles and Couples are welcome! No prior
salsa experience is required. We will cover the basic steps, a couple
of turns, and the cross body lead; emphasis on Cuban motion and good
lead/follow technique. Wear clothes you are comfortable moving in and
shoes you feel well balanced in that pivot easily for turns; non
marking soles. Be ready to learn, and most importantly, to have fun.
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Intermediate Salsa:
– with
Angelko and Maki – Same price as beginning. Singles and
Couples are welcome! In this class, we will work on
understanding and development of the essential movement, connection,
and musicality techniques and skills. Each month's class will focus on
a different topic from the wide range of the intermediate level Salsa
topics. After warm-ups, each class will build on a pattern from the
previous week. Wear clothes you are comfortable moving in and shoes you
feel well balanced in that pivot easily for turns; non marking soles.
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Prenatal Yoga -
Pregnancy
gives us time to prepare for birth and birth gives us tools to use as
mothers. Our bones now benefit from rolling outward and our minds need
support to relinquish control, in the process of completely
surrendering the body and mind to allow birth to happen. This class
combines yoga, pain coping practices and exercises to free the body of
tension and discomfort while preparing the body and mind for birth. No
yoga experience is needed. You may come at any time in your pregnancy.
To register, call Nicole (503) 236 5585.
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Birthing from Within
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Birthing From Within® childbirth preparation inspires expecting
couples to explore their deepest questions to prepare themselves for
birth and the life that follows. Through birth art, innovative pain
coping practices & exploration processes, we will gain tools
and skills to be resourceful in our experience giving birth. We will be
covering all the practical subjects, as in, all the "how to's"
& "what to do's". To register, or for more
information go to
www.movingthrough.com
or Call Nicole 503.236.5585
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