TRANSFORMING THROUGH MOVING (TN)

 Spring has Sprung! Join us in exploring and possibly transforming the nascent within into…?

Participate in a nonjudgmental community and meld your spirit, body and mind in a movement practice that promotes transformation and is supported by inspiring live music by music magician, Steffi Tassos.

Come dance and share in the collective energy & inspiration!

No prior experience necessary. RSVP appreciated.

Your guide: professional embodied movement facilitator, JOANNA MAUER

Wear comfortable clothes.

Past participants have said: “Joanna offers guided realization of our connection to ourselves and others and to the mystery that surpasses all understanding.”  “The afternoon went so fast. The immersive nature of guided movement was wonderful.” “A clear sense of flow between movement and stillness. Afterwards, I felt calm & curious to explore further.” “The ‘journey’ was transformative.”

Joanna Mauer is an embodiment facilitator/innovator, a spiritual and somatic teacher, dancer, attorney and mediator.  She previously worked for many years nationally and internationally as a ballet and modern dance performer and choreographer.  Joanna has trained with many of the best dance teachers in NYC, including Gertrude Schurr and Jennifer Muller at the High School of Performing Arts, Diana Adams at Balanchine’s school, and  Merce Cunningham. She has also studied experiential movement techniques e.g., contact improvisation and Body-Mind Centering®.   Joanna has led movement-based workshops for secular and senior groups, EnSpiriting the Body and Embodied Prayer workshops for transdenominational and religious communities.  Additionally, she has participated as a spiritual leader of embodied practices for religious services.  Joanna completed the two-year Movement–Based Jewish Leadership Training Program, “Embodying Spirit, En-spiriting Body,” led by Rabbi Diane Elliot.