Kumu Hula Akiko Colton of Halau Hula o Na Pua o Hawai'i Nei

Our deepest gratitude to Kumu Hula Akiko Colton of Halau Hula o Na Pua o Hawai'i Nei for teaching us the sacred storytelling, art, history and movement of Hula!

As the land and people of Maui rebuild and heal, please support Maui Strong.

There is a new Hawaii/Pacific Islander Community Group being created on the North Coast! If you're interested in being a part of the conversation, email NorthCoastPacificIslanders@gmail.com. Let's celebrate our unique cultures and build connections together!

Thank-you Liora for the discussion on Creative Districts

And thank-you to everyone who came and participated in this important discussion! You can download Liora's presentation below, as well as the info sheet on Creative Districts. If you have any issues with the files, reach out to Jessamyn at info@astoriaartsandmovement.com For more info about the Oregon Arts Commission visit https://oregonartscommission.org/

Astoria Presentation 3.2.23 (pdf)

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Creative & Cultural Districts Pilot Program (pdf)

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Ecstatic Dance with Amanda

First and Third Friday from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM

This is a safe and sacred space for you, us, to move together as one. While this is a no-contact dance class, you will have the opportunity to feel a deep connectedness to others.

Our class is open to all ages and all levels of dance experience, we welcome families and children to participate. Come alone or with a friend, wear comfortable clothes and bring an exploratory openness to the creative and healing activity of movement as medicine. A place where you are encouraged to get out of your own way and allow yourself to be surprised and fascinated with the gift of being embodied.

We will begin with a brief opening circle. Then, we will move into a free-form dance exploration guided by a dynamic and eclectic mix of music ranging from tribal beats, up-beat reggae, world fusion to electronic dance music.

No registration, drop in, suggested donation of $15 per person. However we understand that everyone's financial situation is different, we trust that you will pay what is aligned with your true current abundance.

"Dance is a way to find yourself and lose yourself at the same time" -Gabrielle Roth

No registration, drop-in with a $15 suggested donation.

Questions? Contact Amanda DeBock at 360-850-8494 amanda.debock@gmail.com

Family Yoga with Aubrie

8-week series Wednesday Sept 20th- Nov 8th, 4:15 - 5:00pm

Aubrie combines her 20 years of experience as a Certified Yoga Teacher and Music Educator to bring you this family yoga workshop. Children have fun, build confidence, strength and focus through movement and music while the adult joining them also benefits from the yoga poses, meditations and quality time together.

Family Yoga Classes are designed for children age 4-12 and an adult who cares for them. All genders, abilities and yoga experience welcome. Pre-registration encouraged.

Preregister for a discounted price of $100 per family for the entire 8-week series.

If space is available, $15 drop-in fee per family per class.

Email aubrie.yoga@gmail.com to sign up in advance and secure your spot.

Monday Evening Yoga with Jude + Guest Instructors

Join instructor Jude Hall- Matulich and guest instructors every Monday for Yoga + Meditation!

5:00 - 5:30pm Yoga Workshops
5:30 - 6:30pm Yoga Class
6:30 - 7:00pm Meditation

Current Fall schedule:

1st Monday - get empowered with the extraordinary, Megan Rose - All Levels flow yoga
2nd Monday - get balanced with the sweet (and spicy) Melanie Cipher - Yoga for Functional Movement
3rd Monday - kick some butt in Yoga Challenge with the fierce and fabulous Jude Hall- Matulich
4th Monday - the lovely and knowledgeable Terrie Powers is back! with Gentle yoga
5th Monday - DIY Yoga

All classes and workshops are guided by the teachers except for DIY yoga. Sessions can be taken separately. $30 a month or $15 drop-in. FMI contact Jude at yogijude@gmail.com or 503-298-3874 yogijude@gmail.com

Ballroom Classes with Rich

Every Tuesday:

6:00 - 7:00pm: Beginner West Coast Swing

In this class you will learn the 10 Basic patterns that establish the foundation for the dance. Each week we will review the prior week’s patterns and add new patterns so you can progressively learn the basics. $60 for six weeks per person

7:00 - 8:00pm: Intermediate West Coast Swing

This class is designed for those able to dance the 10 basic patterns taught in Level 1. During this 6 week series you will learn variations on the Level 1 patterns that will take your dance to a new level with a focus on technique and styling. Level 2 dancers are encouraged to participate in Level 1 for practice and enhancement of technique. $60 for six weeks per person

Every Sunday starting July 16th:

1:30 - 2:30pm: Country Line Dance

2:30 - 3:30pm: Ballroom - East Coast Swing

Come at least 10 minutes early the first night to sign in. Walk-ins are $10 per person for 1 class and $15 for two classes. If you are taking Intermediate West Coast Swing you can attend Beginner level with no charge for review, practice and to assist new dancers. All genders and ages welcome, partners not required. Please wear dance shoes or shoes with leather soles and comfortable clothing. Dance socks are also an inexpensive alternative. FMI info contact Rich: 503-739-5995 richiesmall@msn.com

Classes with Tia Van Slyke

We couldn’t be more excited to welcome instructor Tia Van Slyke!! She is offering not one but 3 classes on Sundays:

10:00 - 11:00am Chaos + Art Creative Movement for Teens
11:00 - 12noon Gathering of Goddesses- Women's Circle for Healing
12noon - 1:00pm Mirrorwork Creative Movement for Your Inner Divine Feminine

All classes are by donation (any amount welcome)

You can find out more about Tia on our Instructors page. Need additional info? Tia can be reached at 503-791-6466 tiana_marie84@yahoo.com

Welcome New Instructor Megan Rose

Say hello to new instructor Megan Rose!

Megan became a certified yoga instructor in 2017 after many years of practicing at her local YMCA in Eugene, Oregon. She completed her yoga teacher training in Nicaragua with an instructor who trained in a style of yoga called “Ashtanga.” You can find out more about Megan on our instructors page- we are excited to welcome her to the AAMC.

Join Megan for Ashtanga Yoga every Saturday from 11:30am to 12:45pm. She welcomes anyone and everyone interested in trying her classes.

2nd Friday of every month from 6-8pm

A two-hour journey with your soul through movement, stillness, and sound. Join instructor Benedetto for a truly unique experience: set your intention to connect with purpose through intentional breath and movement with Qigong, ease and stretch into the body with gentle yoga, and relax, integrate your energy and intention with a soothing crystal singing bowl sound bath during extended Savasana. $15-$25 sliding scale

FMI contact Benedetto at benergyhealing@gmail.com 847-323-4555 https://benergyhealing.org

Welcome New Instructor Amanda DeBock

As part of the local Ecstatic Dance community Kimberly O'Bryant built at the AAMC for several years, Amanda gracefully stepped in to carry the torch. We are thrilled to have her facilitating these gatherings the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at 6pm. As a breathwork practitioner and registered nurse, Amanda's passion lies in assisting others in healing and integrating through self-expression and embodiment. You can find out more about her on our Instructors page- or just come to Ecstatic Dance and find out what it's all about!

Belly Dance Classes with Jessamyn

Join me every Wednesday!

6 to 7pm, Belly Dance Basics

This is where you'll want to start! We'll focus on technique, accents, drills, patterns, layering, safe posture, core strengthening, rhythms, and movements such as turns, traveling steps, shimmies, taxims, omis, undulations, camels, and more. This class will also include basic work with veils, fan veils, Raqs Al-Assaya canes, Zills and sword. $10 drop-in fee (5 class pass for $40 also offered)

7 to 8pm, Belly Dance Choreography

This is where you get to put all of those moves together! We'll learn a new routine on a quarterly basis. Dedicated attendance and Belly Dance Basics recommended, opportunities to perform will present themselves but performing is, of course, optional. Class fee is a donation.

All genders, ages and levels are welcome. All needed props and music provided. No registration required- just come in comfortable clothing and with an open heart! Questions? Contact Jessamyn at info@astoriaartsandmovement.com or 503-791-5657 www.jessamyngrace.com

Contra Dance with Live Music

Contra Dances are currently on hold but will resume soon the 4th Sunday of every month at 7pm

Monthly Contra Dances feature live music by a cadre of local musicians playing with Dave Ambrose as dance caller. The dance will start at 7PM with a beginner's lesson and run until 10PM. All ages are welcome. Bringing along a dance partner is not necessary as contra dancers are encouraged to dance with as many new partners as they are comfortable with. Entrance fee is a sliding scale $5-$10. And of course, you can give more to support the musicians, caller, & the beautiful dance hall. Come join the fun!

Questions? Contact Dave at 503-741-8412 davesfire@charter.net

Join the Columbia Country Dance Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1271461922875329

Gentle Yoga Series with Terrie

Classes are currently on hold while she is getting her 500-hour teaching certificate (go Terrie!!). Please contact her for more info or to register for upcoming classes.

Wednesday, 10 - 11:15am

Friday, 9 - 10:15am

Cost is $45 if taking one class; $90 if two for the whole 5 weeks. If available, please bring all of your own yoga props (such as a mat, block, strap)- chairs are provided.

Gentle Yoga classes are designed to maintain and build essential mobility, balance and foundational strength while honoring a variety of bodies. Gentle Yoga is slower paced and focuses on safe alignment, using props if needed to adapt the pose to your unique self. The practice is ideal for seniors, yogis returning to practice after an injury or illness, new yogis with fitness concerns or anyone interested in a softer touch in their yoga practice. The class is not aerobic and while you might breathe hard, you most likely will not work up a sweat. It is required for this class that you are able to get up and down from the floor. Please call, text or email me with questions or specific concerns. If you have an ongoing health issue please consult your doctor before attending.

FMI contact Terrie at trrbaypowers@gmail.com or 503-298-0056