Ruach Dance at Etz Chayim: Free Admission


Saturday, July 7, 2018 at 6:30 PM - 9 PM

Etz Chayim
4161 Alma Street
Palo Alto, CA


Experience the Divine shefa (flow) within your whole being through free-form meditative movement to carefully-selected music. Our meditation area offers short Jewish texts/ideas (like Shalom / wholeness or Chesed / lovingkindness) for you to consider, if you like.  All are invited to set their own kavannah (intention) for their dance journey. Our open floor provides a safe, non-judgmental / non-performance environment. No conversation gets you out of your head to lets the music guide your free-form movement journey of self-exploration. Connect with that “still small voice” inside, uncover new personal insights, get exercise in a fun way, and meet some interesting new friends.

Free and open to all (you don’t need to be Jewish or believe in God).  No dance experience needed: if you can walk, move your arms, or simply breathe and “dance from your chair,” you can enjoy this experience. You set your own pace and boundaries: dance solely by yourself, or, if you choose, with others who are receptive. Please eat a light supper before, wear comfortable clothing that’s easy to move in, and bring your water bottle. Optional: yoga mat and vegetarian snacks to share together afterwards.

Facilitator: Marna Schwartz

Cost: Free