11.16.23 Newsletter
The Dance Current published an article a while ago that caught my eye. Though written to help pandemic-furloughed dancers deal with anxiety about returning to work, it made me think about Groove. Because it stressed the value of PLAY!
“Play means connecting with our curiosity and childlike wonder. It’s not competitive; it means exploring self-expression with no outcome. It likely feels purposeless, but it’s remarkably purposeful. To truly connect with ourselves, we need to play; it opens up what’s possible for us and expands our life. It brings more joy, fun, creativity, adaptability and productivity. Overall, playing improves our health and well-being in radical ways.”
While upcoming holidays may bring plenty of joy, they also can be stressful. That’s why cultivating opportunities for playfulness in our life, right now, is so important. In Groove we’re not just getting a dance workout with cool music, we are PLAYING — with different moves and styles, creative self-expression and connection. It’s why, despite our busy lives, it’s MORE important right now to show up and dance. Won’t you come out to play?!
This Thursday, 11/16 - 6:30 - 7:30 PM (also Thursday 11/30 and a special post-Thanksgiving Friday afternoon class, 11/24 at 4 PM)
East Bay Dance Center, 1318 Glenfield Ave in Oakland
$15 per single, drop-in class. Prepay $45 for four classes, Venmo @karen-wertman or cash.
Please bring a yoga mat and water and arrive 5 minutes before class starts.
Bring a friend and their first class is free!
For more info or txt/call 510-239-3026
