​As April unfolds, we turn our attention to Earth Day, a time to honor our planet and reaffirm our commitment to environmental stewardship of Mother Earth.

Join us for our monthly Sweat Your Prayers class on April 13th, where our movements echo the rhythms of nature and celebrate the interconnectedness of all life. Through fluid motions and mindful dance, we'll pay homage to the Earth's beauty and vitality, inviting you to connect deeply with the natural world and with each other.

Let the pulse of the Earth guide us as we move together in harmony, fostering a sense of unity, gratitude, and reverence for our shared home. Together, let's dance towards a future of sustainability, mindfulness, and love for our precious planet.

Sweat Your Prayers

Sweat Your Prayers™ is a movement practice and dance meditation created by 5Rhythms founder Gabrielle Roth. She developed the practice as part of the larger movement philosophy known as the 5Rhythms. The 5Rhythms is a dynamic movement practice that explores five different rhythms—Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, and Stillness—as a way to unlock creativity, release energy, and promote self-awareness.

In Sweat Your Prayers™ through the physicality of dancing and moving your body, you can engage in a form of embodied prayer or meditation. It's a way to connect with your deeper self, release pent-up energy or emotions, and experience a sense of freedom and authenticity through movement.

The practice is inclusive and accessible to people of all ages and physical abilities. It has been embraced by a diverse range of individuals seeking a holistic approach to self-discovery and personal growth. Classes are conducted in a supportive and non-judgmental environment, encouraging participants to explore and express themselves by moving with music.

There are no prescribed steps; instead, tap into your body's wisdom, bringing awareness to patterns within yourself and discovering your unique expression. Sylvie Minot guides the class in silence, offering you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the experience of dancing as a movement meditation.

Secure Your Spot

We highly recommend pre-registering to secure your place in this welcoming class, as space is limited, and classes often reach capacity quickly. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy a morning in the lovely seaside town of Point Richmond.

To attend the in-person class, please test yourself if you believe you have been exposed to COVID or are recently recovered from COVID the day of class. We adhere to Contra Costa County community health guidelines for public events. There is a side dance room available for those who want to dance away from the main ballroom and group.

If you are a monthly SDP patron member, you can attend this class for free. If you decide to attend, please email us at [email protected] so we can add you to the class list.

We hope you will join us for this special Sweat Your Prayers class!

With Love,
Sylvie and the SDP Team

PS. No dance experience needed. Beginners are always welcome. Come join us!

Sylvie Minot received her BA in Dance from San Jose State University and a Master's Degree in Theology in Spirituality and Holistic Health. She is a certified 5Rhythms® Teacher trained by 5Rhythms founder Gabrielle Roth and a Heartbeat teacher. 

Sylvie has studied psychology, indigenous healing rituals, energy medicine, and sound healing. The teachings of cultural anthropologist Angeles Arrien, author Caroline Myss, and Peruvian sound healer Tito La Rosa inspire her.

​Since 2000, Sylvie has taught dance classes and workshops for various populations. Sylvie is often described as a catalytic shape-shifter because of her ability to meet people right where they are and move with them into new possibilities.