Open Floor Workshops
States of Being
with Deborah Jay-Lewin
14 September 2019 - Findhorn
A deepening into movement and community through dancing and witnessing. This workshop will focus on physical embodiment and expression; giving you tools to explore lesser-known paths, so your dance reflects more of the essential you. The state of your being influences your capacity to focus, relate and be authentically engaged with life.
Over the course of the day a few people will have the opportunity to work individually with Deborah, supported by the rest of the group. Bring yourself as you are; we will invite the wisdom of the body to be our guiding principle.
“Experiencing the day of Open Floor with Deborah was so exciting for me because it felt like an open door into a whole new world where movement, presence and healing meet in a way I’ve never known before.”
- Matthew K (States of Being participant)
Pre-booking is essential. Places are limited to 18.
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James Milne Institute, Findhorn Village
Cost: £80 | 3 places at £65 (for those earning less than minimum wage)
To book email Mena.
with Deborah Jay-Lewin
14 September 2019 - Findhorn
A deepening into movement and community through dancing and witnessing. This workshop will focus on physical embodiment and expression; giving you tools to explore lesser-known paths, so your dance reflects more of the essential you. The state of your being influences your capacity to focus, relate and be authentically engaged with life.
Over the course of the day a few people will have the opportunity to work individually with Deborah, supported by the rest of the group. Bring yourself as you are; we will invite the wisdom of the body to be our guiding principle.
“Experiencing the day of Open Floor with Deborah was so exciting for me because it felt like an open door into a whole new world where movement, presence and healing meet in a way I’ve never known before.”
- Matthew K (States of Being participant)
Pre-booking is essential. Places are limited to 18.
_____________________________________________________________________________
James Milne Institute, Findhorn Village
Cost: £80 | 3 places at £65 (for those earning less than minimum wage)
To book email Mena.
Rejoice - with Andrea Juhan
1-3 November 2019 - Edinburgh
There are shortcuts to happiness, and dancing is one of them. --Vicki Baum
Joy is our birthright. We are designed to experience pleasure. However, have you ever noticed how easy it is to drift to the one negative comment in a sea of positive responses? To dwell on one doubt in the face of overwhelming support? Yes, we are designed to experience pleasure but our brains have what neuropsychologist call a “negativity bias”. Therefore, we need to practice embodying the full spectrum of human joy, teaching ourselves happiness to counter balance evolutions survival directive.
In Open Floor we investigate embodied joy; the kind of joy that transcend one’s own personal gain; like generosity, compassion, peace, and benevolence.
Dancing is the perfect medium for developing our capacity to tolerate the ‘big hits’ of rapture or ecstasy, and noticing the quieter forms of joy, such as presence, health, connection, belonging, kindness, ease, and well-being.
All of these particular qualities of joy have had imprints within our being. We can strengthen these neural pathways – we can dance ourselves into being happier people – at least more of the time.
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Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5BL
Cost: £210 Early bird deadline if paid in full by 1 Oct: £195
To book email Sarena.
1-3 November 2019 - Edinburgh
There are shortcuts to happiness, and dancing is one of them. --Vicki Baum
Joy is our birthright. We are designed to experience pleasure. However, have you ever noticed how easy it is to drift to the one negative comment in a sea of positive responses? To dwell on one doubt in the face of overwhelming support? Yes, we are designed to experience pleasure but our brains have what neuropsychologist call a “negativity bias”. Therefore, we need to practice embodying the full spectrum of human joy, teaching ourselves happiness to counter balance evolutions survival directive.
In Open Floor we investigate embodied joy; the kind of joy that transcend one’s own personal gain; like generosity, compassion, peace, and benevolence.
Dancing is the perfect medium for developing our capacity to tolerate the ‘big hits’ of rapture or ecstasy, and noticing the quieter forms of joy, such as presence, health, connection, belonging, kindness, ease, and well-being.
All of these particular qualities of joy have had imprints within our being. We can strengthen these neural pathways – we can dance ourselves into being happier people – at least more of the time.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5BL
Cost: £210 Early bird deadline if paid in full by 1 Oct: £195
To book email Sarena.
Brand New - with Deborah Jay-Lewin & Arjan Bouw
Findhorn
29 Dec. 2019 - 3 Jan. 2020
A New Year Dance Gathering in Findhorn, Scotland – with Deborah Jay-Lewin & Arjan Bouw
We invite you into a container that is generously held; by Arjan and Deborah, by the Community, by the sea that surrounds us. We love to create a safe space where depth is welcome and ignite the spark of life. Our Open Floor practice provides us with tools to guide us into profound dances for healing and for celebration, as we end our year together and take our first new steps in loving company.
This event has a spacious timetable built around:
The venue for the gathering is the magnificent Universal Hall Arts Centre in the Findhorn EcoVillage Community, NE Scotland, within easy reach of Inverness and Aberdeen airports. The Community is a major international centre for personal and spiritual transformation and sustainable living. It is situated on a 2-mile long peninsula amongst beautiful beaches, sand dunes and woodland.
Dates & Times:
Sunday 29 December 2019, 11am registration
Thursday 3 January 2020, 1pm ends
Cost:
Full price £375 (including 5 vegetarian meals, Hogmanay Party and use of the hot tub)
Early bird £335 if paid in full by November 1st 2019
For accommodation options: see Bodysurf Scotland website
OrganiserLiz Egan
Phone: +44 (0) 1309 691661
Email: admin@dancenorth.scot
Findhorn
29 Dec. 2019 - 3 Jan. 2020
A New Year Dance Gathering in Findhorn, Scotland – with Deborah Jay-Lewin & Arjan Bouw
We invite you into a container that is generously held; by Arjan and Deborah, by the Community, by the sea that surrounds us. We love to create a safe space where depth is welcome and ignite the spark of life. Our Open Floor practice provides us with tools to guide us into profound dances for healing and for celebration, as we end our year together and take our first new steps in loving company.
This event has a spacious timetable built around:
- Lots of time for dancing
- Open session with the Community
- Time for walks
- Dinner from 29 Dec to 3 Jan
- Late night Hogmanay Party!
- Hot tub every night
The venue for the gathering is the magnificent Universal Hall Arts Centre in the Findhorn EcoVillage Community, NE Scotland, within easy reach of Inverness and Aberdeen airports. The Community is a major international centre for personal and spiritual transformation and sustainable living. It is situated on a 2-mile long peninsula amongst beautiful beaches, sand dunes and woodland.
Dates & Times:
Sunday 29 December 2019, 11am registration
Thursday 3 January 2020, 1pm ends
Cost:
Full price £375 (including 5 vegetarian meals, Hogmanay Party and use of the hot tub)
Early bird £335 if paid in full by November 1st 2019
For accommodation options: see Bodysurf Scotland website
OrganiserLiz Egan
Phone: +44 (0) 1309 691661
Email: admin@dancenorth.scot