CoMotion ~ The Dance of Relationship to Self, Other, and Collective
A 5Rhythms Movement Class Series with Layah
Wed Jan 11 - Wed Feb 8 (5 weeks)
Roncesvalles United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto
7-9pm

5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement meditation practice – a map for awakening and embodying our creative capacity to meet all that moves through us, and all that we move through. There are no steps to follow in this improvisational movement methodology. Instead, we show up, tune in and move what is alive in us.

Our experiences on the dance floor mirror our experiences in life. How do we connect and disconnect from ourselves, and each other? How do we hold ourselves back, and throw ourselves in? How can we participate more fully in the solo, duet, and ensemble choreography of our lives?

Dancing the 5Rhythms, we have the opportunity to witness ourselves in relationship. We can practice being with ourselves and each other, in all our fumbling, and fabulousness. What are the ways that we abandon ourselves, and how do we bring loving care? What is it like to reach out to each other, while still being connected to our authenticity? Are we able to share our selves in community - offering our unique gifts to the greater good?

Let’s gather, let’s get down, let’s grapple, and let’s give thanks. Let’s dive into this dance, feet first, heart whole, and soul-filled. We’re in this together.

Every body, and all movement experience is welcome.

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Classes within this series will build upon each other, allowing for continuity and depth of learning. While registering for the full series is not mandatory, it is strongly encouraged.

Full Series Tuition (5 classes)*
Benefactor: $162.50
Supporter: $137.50
Regular: $112.50
Supported: $87.50

Single Class Tuition*
Benefactor: $35
Supporter: $30
Regular: $25
Supported: $20

*Tiered pricing is available so that those of us with more can share, and those of us who could use some support can receive it. When you register at the Supporter rate, a portion of your registration fee is applied toward another dancer's reduced-rate spot. If a lower price will make the classes accessible for you, please register at the 'Supported' rate. If you know you want to dance regularly, and these prices are a barrier for you, please email me at layahjane@hotmail.com for a possible partial scholarship or work trade possibilities.

*Available Discount Code: "Reparations" for a 50% discount (single class or full series) is available to anyone who chooses to identify as a person of colour, regardless of ability to pay.

REFUND POLICY: If you must cancel your attendance due to testing positive for Covid, you will be offered a full refund or class credit. If you find you are unable to attend class for other reasons, you have two options. You may donate your class tuition to the scholarship fund, or if we have reached capacity, a partial refund may be available minus a $5 admin fee, if your spot can be filled, up until 3 days prior to class. No refunds will be available if we have not reached capacity, or after 3 days prior to class.

VENUE
Roncesvalles United Church
240 Roncesvalles Ave (please use side entrance through the parking lot)
Toronto, ON, M6R 1L3
*This is a wheelchair accessible venue*

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COVID PROTOCOL
Capacity limits (registration capped at 35 dancers)
Rapid antigen testing pre-class
Masks optional
Windows open
Contact tracing (name and phone number of every participant)

TEST AT HOME: We will not be testing at the front table for this class series, and instead are asking that participants test at home. It is done on the honour system. Upon arriving you will sign a sheet saying that you have tested at home. If you have not tested at home we will give you a test and you can find a spot to test yourself on site.

THROAT, CHEEK and NOSTRILS: We ask that all testers swab throat, checks, and nostrils as this has been proven as the best way to test for COVID.

While no layer of protection is perfect, the above measures work better together than they do alone. If you choose to attend this indoor class, you acknowledge that though we are taking precautions, there is still a risk of contracting Covid as a result of attending, and you are assuming full responsibility for your choice to attend, and any illnesses or injuries that may result.