Learn to Move with More Efficiency and Ease

Classes Taught by Rachel Thorne Germond
at the Division Street Dance Loft
735 W. Division Street (@Halsted) 
call 773 279 9368 for more info.
$10 per class
you may attend on a drop-in basis or do the classes as a series (recommended).

Tuesdays 6-8pm
RTG's Contemporary Modern Dance Technique Class
(adv. beg- intermediate level)
(incorporating Klein/Mahler principles into dancing)
March 18th to May 27th

The form and structure of Rachel Thorne Germond's technique class is rooted in the principles of Release technique as gleaned from her studies of  somatic work such as Alexander Technique, Nancy Topf's Dynamic Anatomy, and Klein/Mahler techniques. The underpinnings of the work lie in the understanding of anatomical function as it relates to dynamic and free flowing movement, while stylistically she incorporates a myriad of dance forms ranging from classical modern dance, post-modern dance, jazz, ballet, and contact improvisation.

--some previous movement or dance experience recommended---
for more info about RTG's experience and credentials see her biography here

 

Thursdays 10am-12noon
Klein/Mahler Alignment, Stretch & Placement Class (open level)
March 13th- May 29th

In this class we work on aligning the bones by accessing the muscles most responsible for the transfer of forces through the body - the psoas, the hamstrings, the external rotators, and the pelvic floor. We do not work to "exercise" these muscle but rather to "wake them up"; to use them for support for and realignment of the bones. We work, and teach, for the body to be elastic, responsive, open to choices, and expressive. Movement, and the treatment of each individual student's body, mind and spirit with kindness, respect and generosity is our ultimate goal. And finally and most importantly, the body does not exist alone but in connection to the ground, the space, and to others.

Note: You do not need to be a dancer to take this class & it is open to anyone interested in learning to be more open, efficient, connected, and freely expressive.

For more info on Klein/Mahler tech. and classes (NYC) & workshops with Rachel's mentor Barbara Mahler- 
see Barbara Mahler's Website

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