Thursday

... discover your communication style thru tango & other dances!

Purpose for Individuals: To understand connection to others through self awareness - It is in relationship that we learn about ourselves. How we behave on the dance floor is the same as how we behave in life. This series of workshops will address the factors that "hold you back" from being the person you want to be. Through a series of physical & technique oriented exercises, self-evaluation tools ... and of course by dancing, you will gain a greater understanding of self, others and how you react to situations ... which will improve your dance and your life!

Purpose for Groups and Corporations: to build healthy teams & leaders. Through movement, writing and discussion participants will engage both the left and right sides of their brain. The workshop focuses on leadership and team building issues - it is easily adapted to any workplace situation. It's intention is to strengthen relations between colleagues as well as to enlighten people to their part in office dynamics. Please call me to discuss the possibilities 250-247-9756.

Argentine Tango “we are enriched by the music and moved to passion by the dance”
The Argentine Tango originated in the streets and salons of Buenos Aires; it is characterized
by its intimate hold and complex leg and foot movements.

Learn the secrets of this captivating dance - it will take your breath away!

Gabriola Island
the Course: Transforming thru Tango
facilitator: Gwen Spinks
duration: 2 day (12 hours)
Start date: July, 28th & 29th
time: Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm & Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm
location: 1156 Suzanne Road - 8 people max.
cost: if you register by June 29th $195 per person (after June 29th $220)
- lunch provided - singles welcome

Overview:
Purpose:

The purpose of the course is to use dance as a vehicle for helping people identify various emotional & psychological blocks and reactions (most common: trust, control & intimacy) – By identifying and removing these blocks the student is able to move more freely on the dance floor … and in their life!

To help people understand how their body and emotions react when in close proximity with others.

To examine the lead & follow roles - your comfort zone – some people are natural leaders & others natural followers

To enhance personal life skills

Description:

Over the 2 days of this course we will work on Body Awareness, Movement, Communication and Connection thru a series of movement and writing exercises, discussions and dancing.

Out Comes: At the end of this program the student:

Will have gained a deeper understanding of themselves
Will know the basic steps in – Tango
Will know how physical awareness enhances life skills
Will know their own bodies and where movement is more difficult for them and why

Outline of Course:

section one: Body Awareness
                        - define the barriers - what holds you back
                        - prior experience - history with dance and movement
                        - where has your body been hurt?
                        - where does your body feel good?
                        - what have you been told?

section two: Movement
                        - how to get your body to move
                        - gaining the ability to control your movements
                        - understanding & feeling the energy or power that moves you

section three: Communication
                        - defy the fear - trust yourself
                        - are you giving the message you think you are?
                        - how do you give and take instructions?
                        - what is your body communication style?

section four: Connection; physical & emotional:
                        - what does connecting mean to you?
                        - what are your fears around connecting on the dance floor?
                        - where is your comfort zone?
                        - how being present will change your dance and your life.

hand-outs: Will be provided.

it doesn't matter if you dance or not - this workshop will improve your core understanding ... both physical and emotional.

to register or for more information
Contact:

Gwen Spinks
250-247-9756
wannadance@shaw.ca
www.wannadance.ca