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African Dance - Monica Evans

Monica--african-dance-workshopCome to jiggle, leap and shake to rocking live rhythms – get out of your head and into your body, and find new ways to move! This year, we'll be learning a simple series of ceremonial healing dances from the Shona people of Zimbabwe, based on the teachings of Chris Berry. The accompanying rhythms will be taught in Jimi Dale's..

Last Updated on Tuesday, 08 January 2013 02:13

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Aikido and the unifying principal - Matt Walker

matt-aikidoMany of us understand on an intellectual level that there are more powerful ways for humans to interact with each other and the world around us. The traditional Japanese martial art of Aikido gives us the opportunity to feel some of these possibilities with our bodies. In these workshops, we will physically explore...

Last Updated on Monday, 07 January 2013 09:46

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Belly Dancing – Adelina Martin

A-nophotoThis workshop is based on Classical Egyptian Style dancing, with elements of Flamenco, Gypsy and African Dance.

Suitable for beginners and advanced adults - Kids welcome.

Last Updated on Monday, 07 January 2013 09:52

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Bokken ( wooden sword ) - Giselle Demelchiore

A no photoA Bokken, (bok (u), “wood”, and ken, “sword”) is a japanese wooden sword used for training. It is usually the size and shape of a katana (traditional japanese metal sword). This Workshop is an introductory class of how to train with the Bokken.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 19 December 2012 10:22

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Ceilidh Dance - Luke Parker

Luke CeilidhCeilidh Workshops are dance workshops that everyone enjoys, whether they usually dance or not. It’s really easy to join in! The dances, designed for groups and pairs, have been passed down over hundreds of years remaining close to the tradition of British folk, yet they are timeless and suitable for all ages.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 16 January 2013 08:14

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Ecstatic Presence – Biodanza! - Diane Sparks

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This is a powerful yet gentle and fun, South American therapeutic movement system. An individually designed guided journey to explore yourself and your connections to others. We will use a variety of powerful music and movement in a supported environment to allow you to experience a deeper integration.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 19 December 2012 10:19

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Jikyo Jutsu - Giselle Demelchiore

giselle jikyo jutsuJikyo-jutsu is one of the earliest types of exercise developed in Japan. It incorporates gymnastics, aerobics, and yoga. It was popularised by Mr. Nakai Fusagoroh in 1916 and consists of 31 separate exercises. After Dr. Kondoh Yoshiroh, a lecturer in pathology at Tokyo University, demonstrated that the practice ...

Last Updated on Wednesday, 19 December 2012 10:17

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Kick Start Yoga - Anahata Yoga Retreat

Kickstart Yoga

Ease yourself into the day with a spot of early morning “me” time at our daily Hatha Yoga morning sessions. Enjoy a choice of loosening and energizing postures and vitalizing breathing practices. Welcome the morning sunshine with  Surya Namaskar salutes to the sun and set a clear and charged tone for the day.

Last Updated on Friday, 11 January 2013 10:23

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Moving into the Stillness - Yoga - Julie Stephens

julie yogaThe style of yoga Julie will be teaching is Vinyasa Flow which can be as dynamic as  you want it to be or if choosing softer options, can be as gentle as you choose.  Julie’s classes are suitable for all levels as there are many options on offer.  Each class will start with 10mins + meditation which will then lead into the Asana practice.  Duration of..

Last Updated on Tuesday, 22 January 2013 02:17

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NIA - The Joy of Movement - Jenny Rautio & JONI MCCULLOCH

jenny-niaWould you like to learn to use your sensory IQ?
What kind of movement does your body like?
We are all different!
Nia teaches us how to become a sensation scientist to discover your body´s own way to move and to self-heal through movement.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 16 January 2013 08:01

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Surya Namaskar - Lauren Scruton

Lauren-salute-to-the-sun-webSalutation to the Sun


Lauren Scruton: 500 hr Yoga Teacher Certification completed 2010 though Moksha Yoga

www.laurenlakingscruton.com

Last Updated on Wednesday, 09 January 2013 22:38

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Tantric Yoga Sessions – Viryam Robertson

viryam tantra yogaThis is an introduction to an ideal Yoga Sequence for people with the widest range of backgrounds. We will explore individual adaptations as necessary so that every participant can begin to practice independently, or grow more from developing their existing routine.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 16 January 2013 03:33

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Why Qi Gong? - Ana Raunigg

A-nophotoSession 1 addresses the purpose of qi gong practice, the strengths and differences of Zhineng Qi Gong practice, and why Chinese culture insists that physical wellness as well as wellbeing are important aspects of a Wisdom System (Ren Xue).  We will learn the four supplementary exercises for self-healing and qi improvement.

Last Updated on Monday, 07 January 2013 09:54

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Ylimayu Dance - Lisa Maia Ambrose accompanied by Carlos Riegelhaupt

lisa tribal belly dancingThis workshop is an introduction to American Tribal Style Belly Dance and its history and background. In the warm up and dance postures part of this workshop, participants, accompanied by pre-recorded music, learn a series of movements and combinations with the visual cues necessary to follow in a group.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 15 January 2013 04:11

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Yoga Boost - Anahata Yoga Retreat

Yoga BoostPick up the pace and get your juices flowing in our Energy Boost afternoon Hatha Yoga session. Access the source of your internal energy with Surya Namaskar salutes to the sun and revitalizing breathing practices.
Suitable for all ages, children welcome.

Last Updated on Friday, 11 January 2013 10:25

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Ceilidh Dance - Luke Parker

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Alex Smith

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Drum, Dance, Sing, Storytelling - Jimi Dale, Teumu, Monica

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Drum, Dance, Sing, Storytelling - Jimi Dale, Teumu, Monica

A drum, dance, singing and storytelling workshop for kids. Some instruments provided

Puppet Show ‘The Lost Egg’ – Meret Weiss and Kim Oekiker

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Puppet Show ‘The Lost Egg’ – Meret Weiss and Kim Oekiker

When Rabbit finds a very unusual egg on the beach he goes on a big journey to find out who it belongs to....

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Wilow & Kayden

Willow and Kaden are a teaching pair from the United States, arriving to spread the love and depth of poi...

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Managing an organic vege garden - Sol Morgan

Come and learn how to create and maintain your own vegetable garden. This workshop will Include various m...

Ylimayu Dance - Lisa Maia Ambrose accompanied by Carlos Rie…

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Ylimayu Dance - Lisa Maia Ambrose  accompanied by Carlos Riegelhaupt

This workshop is an introduction to American Tribal Style Belly Dance and its history and background. In ...

Ecstatic Shaking Meditation - Diane Sparks

Category: Holistic

Ecstatic Shaking Meditation - Diane Sparks

Shaking is one of the world’s most ancient healing traditions. Inspired by Ratu Bagus, the Balinese Shama...

Nourishment through Traditional Foods - Irma Jager

Category: Health

Nourishment through Traditional Foods - Irma Jager

Rediscover how to get nourished with nutrient-dense foods, based on the research of Weston A. Price. This...

The Healing Art of the Didgeridoo - Grant Lewis

Category: Holistic

The Healing Art of the Didgeridoo - Grant Lewis

Discover why the didgeridoo has been such a powerful healing instrument for over 3000 years and learn the...

All star Jam

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All star Jam



Come together with performers and workshop facilitators for a big jam.  A chance to practice new s...

Karl Wulff

Category: Circus

Karl Wulff

Karl is a talented performer with over 10 years experience of teaching a wide range of skills (contact st...

The Art of Stagecraft: Presenting with Authenticity, Dynamis…

Category: Arts & Culture

The Art of Stagecraft: Presenting with Authenticity, Dynamism and Effectiveness - Georgia Wood

Participants will learn how to ‘perform’ using their own strengths in ways that entertain, inform, and in...

Yogic Sleep - Anahata Yoga Retreat

Category: Holistic

Yogic Sleep - Anahata Yoga Retreat

Relax and recharge your entire system with 30 minutes of “Yoga Nidra” or Yogic Sleep, daily from 2-3pm. W...

10-POINT WELLNESS - THE BRAIN AND THE PHYSICAL, CHEMICAL AND…

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10-POINT WELLNESS - THE BRAIN AND THE PHYSICAL, CHEMICAL AND   MENTAL/EMOTIONAL BODY– Dr. Sam Shay DC

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