Syzygy Dance Project Fall 2023 Upcoming Events

9/8/2023

As the days shorten and nights extend their reach, we find ourselves in a gentle transition, where nature's colors change in preparation for the serenity of fall.

Just as the natural world embraces this seasonal shift, we can also welcome the chance for personal evolution and self-discovery before the new year.

Here at Syzygy Dance Project, we are currently organizing our fall events. Here's a sneak peek of what's on the horizon:

We will continue our monthly 2nd Saturday morning 'Sweat Your Prayers' class on September 9, October 14, November 11 (with a sub), and December 9 at the Hidden City Ballroom in Point Richmond, California. This practice allows us to tap into the wisdom of our bodies, become aware of patterns within ourselves and our lives, and find our individual expression while fostering a sense of community. See our Events Page here.

To close out September from the 29th to October 1, Sylvie is traveling to Tucson, Arizona, to launch a new 3-day workshop, 'Shapeshifting,' produced by Kristen Jackson Banister. In this immersive workshop, we will connect with the natural world and embody the spirits of animals through the 5Rhythms practice. Visit our new Shapeshifting Page here.

Come October 6th - 8th, Sylvie and Wendy will be heading to Flagstaff, Arizona, to facilitate a weekend 'Medicine Circle' event produced by Amelia Gabelman, SEP, and Flagstaff Freemotion. In Medicine Circle, the dance is the medicine, and we move with all that's there, from the quiet and introspective to the exuberant and cathartic--more information on the Freemotion website here.

On October 21 in Oakland, California, in collaboration with Sapana Doshi and Sarwang Parikh, Sylvie will co-facilitate 'Coming Home: A Movement Workshop for Self-identified People of Asian Ancestry.' More details are coming soon.

From November 3rd - 5th, Sylvie will facilitate a movement section in the workshop at the 'Reclaiming Joy Women's Retreat,' produced by Hearts Alive Yoga, at the Black Mountain Retreat Center in Cazadero, California. Participants will move their bodies and gain awareness of what they need to release while reclaiming their joy. Check out the Hearts Alive Yoga Page here.

On November 10th - 12th, Sylvie returns to New York for Sylvie's 'Ancestors Series' workshop, produced by Henya Emmer. We'll delve into our often unconscious family and ancestral patterns and offer tools to shift and release them--see more details on the 5Rhythms website here.

November also brings 'Giving Tuesday,' our major nonprofit fundraiser of the year, on November 28. GivingTuesday is a global day of generosity, celebrated annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the U.S. Here's our Giving Tuesday Page, and watch for our fundraiser to launch on Facebook over Thanksgiving weekend.

Our outreach efforts persist with a fall 'Bodies in Motion' program in collaboration with New Bridge Services and Life Center Stage. Sylvie will hold an in-person class in New Jersey on November 9 as part of the fall series. Additionally, we continue our outreach classes for veterans.

We would be delighted to have your presence at one (or more) of these shared experiences. Please stay tuned for more details in our weekly newsletter.

As always, we are profoundly grateful for your unwavering support.

With love,
Sylvie & the SDP Team

Sweat Your Prayers Registration Details

*Register to join an upcoming Saturday Sweat Your Prayers class here:

https://www.syzygydanceproject.org/blog

*If you are a recurring patron member of SDP, you do not have to register for this class.
Still, you do need to email [email protected] if you plan to attend in person, as space is limited.

ABOUT SYLVIE MINOT

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.