Instructor:
McCausland, J..

Many of us experience dance as a form of socializing ora form ofartistic expression. Sacred Dance takes yet another perspective. Sacred Dance is a way of communing with our innermost self as well as a way of celebrating the feminine principle, the rhythms of nature, of the seasons, of our lives. Sacred Dance is both ancient and current. In this class we will explore the many expressionsof sacred dance and meditative movement chosen from dances danced the world over. Included in the warm-up will be hatha yoga with its similar emphasis on union of body, mind and heart. Examples of dances explored will be East Indian and Egyptian folk dances, ancient hula, African healing dance and improvisation. Also included in theclass will be time for centering exercises, contemplation and discussion. Class requirements include journaling, one 3-5 page paper and a presentation.

(Fall 2008)