Join New Moon Circles, a monthly online gathering and community resource. Each month's theme connects us to our ancestors and cycles in the natural world. Collaboration and co-creation around the Lunar Calendar. Women's health and wellness in Red Tent groups. Be on the lookout for Bellydance and Aerial yoga classes will coming back in April 2022. Now booking 90-minute Thai Bodywork sessions at $66 (regularly $88).
Grow where you are planted. On the Eastern Shore to T H R I V E. Ever changing and evolving collection of offerings from travels and thriving in commUNITY. Follow respective accounts on Instagram. Herbs @occidentalherbs Pashmina @rominapashmina Mantra Music @modestsadhu
Grow where you are planted. On the Eastern Shore to T H R I V E. Ever changing and evolving collection of offerings from travels and thriving in commUNITY. Follow respective accounts on Instagram. Herbs @occidentalherbs Pashmina @rominapashmina Mantra Music @modestsadhu
I travel the country and the world to deepen my knowledge of the body and the self. Living up to the name Roma the Nomad. In the fast-paced growth and consumer obsessed society I slow down, tune out the noise and listen in to the deep wisdom contained in the universe. Come on this journey within delving deep into body awareness through yoga, bellydance, bodywork, body art, natural beauty, and esoteric astrological and tarot journeying. Women gather in a Red Tent safe space for discussions and experience unique to the female form. Welcome to the place within.
,🌘 Enter the womb of your lineage. Divine Mother Mantra invocation. Om MahaShakti Deva Namaha. Visualization invites the Goddess to step into your precious vessel. Breath work activates and plugs into universal source. Awaken to the sensations in Tantric awareness. 🌬️🌎
Go deep in moving meditation. Gentle yoga asana warms the spine and lubricates the joints. Flow in intuitive circular and undulating movements. Mudras invoke archetypal energies of beauty, music, lotus, warrior, animal, and peace. 🧘🤟
🌕 Create muscle memory pathways in 5 dimentions- forward/back, up/down, left/right, twists and turns. Create shapes in the Ether isolating hips, arms, head and chest. Layer shimmies, slides, lifts, drops, and snake arms. 🐍
Move around the space in group formations. Communicate non-verbally through the body using eye contact, cues, formations and vocabulary of movements from the sensual art of Tribal Bellydance. 👯
🌒 End with a cool down and moving meditation to close this sacred circle. 🙏
Go deep in moving meditation. Gentle yoga asana warms the spine and lubricates the joints. Flow in intuitive circular and undulating movements. Mudras invoke archetypal energies of beauty, music, lotus, warrior, animal, and peace. 🧘🤟
🌕 Create muscle memory pathways in 5 dimentions- forward/back, up/down, left/right, twists and turns. Create shapes in the Ether isolating hips, arms, head and chest. Layer shimmies, slides, lifts, drops, and snake arms. 🐍
Move around the space in group formations. Communicate non-verbally through the body using eye contact, cues, formations and vocabulary of movements from the sensual art of Tribal Bellydance. 👯
🌒 End with a cool down and moving meditation to close this sacred circle. 🙏
“For as long as I can remember, I have always been fascinated by world cultures, spirituality, and nature. My step-mother is from Puerto Rico and would offer guided meditations to soothe me as a child. She would concoct natural remedies for colds, aches, asthma, and all manner of beauty tricks for hair, skin, and face. She was superstitious and there was often an air of mysticism in daily life. She helped shape me into the calm, open-minded, creative, and spiritual individual I am today.”
Rose took the transformational plunge of becoming a Kripalu certified yoga instructor in the spring and summer of 2014. The program was 4 weeks of immersive training on yoga poses, bones, muscles, body functions and conditions, as well as philosophy and self-study. Kripalu’s core value is that of compassion; whose philosophy invites practitioners to develop and listen to their own inner wisdom, interpreting and expressing the eight limbs of yoga in an authentic and individual way.
Prior to Kripalu, Rose obtained a yoga certification through AFPA (American Fitness professionals Association). She taught yoga at Calliope Farm for two years in exchange for local organic vegetables. There, she developed a deeper understanding and appreciation for farm-to-table lifestyle and culture. She enjoys biking, hooping, meditating, kayaking, traveling, attending festivals, volunteering and being active in the community. She works as an IT professional, therefore understands the need for work-home-life balance.
Rose also goes by Roma, the name under which she teaches and performs Tribal Bellydance. This unique style of Bellydance is performed by a group of two or more dancers without the use of choreography, which is facilitated by a vocabulary of moves and cues. Bellydance is often stigmatized in both Western and Middle Eastern cultures. She uses the dance as a means to empower women and express the feminine divine. She recently started a product line of natural beauty products called Roma Therapy. You can sample and purchase her body salve at the studio.
Rose took the transformational plunge of becoming a Kripalu certified yoga instructor in the spring and summer of 2014. The program was 4 weeks of immersive training on yoga poses, bones, muscles, body functions and conditions, as well as philosophy and self-study. Kripalu’s core value is that of compassion; whose philosophy invites practitioners to develop and listen to their own inner wisdom, interpreting and expressing the eight limbs of yoga in an authentic and individual way.
Prior to Kripalu, Rose obtained a yoga certification through AFPA (American Fitness professionals Association). She taught yoga at Calliope Farm for two years in exchange for local organic vegetables. There, she developed a deeper understanding and appreciation for farm-to-table lifestyle and culture. She enjoys biking, hooping, meditating, kayaking, traveling, attending festivals, volunteering and being active in the community. She works as an IT professional, therefore understands the need for work-home-life balance.
Rose also goes by Roma, the name under which she teaches and performs Tribal Bellydance. This unique style of Bellydance is performed by a group of two or more dancers without the use of choreography, which is facilitated by a vocabulary of moves and cues. Bellydance is often stigmatized in both Western and Middle Eastern cultures. She uses the dance as a means to empower women and express the feminine divine. She recently started a product line of natural beauty products called Roma Therapy. You can sample and purchase her body salve at the studio.
Belly Flowga
Bellydance Meets Yoga!
Limited offering, Begins February 2016
Thursdays (7-8pm)
Soul Yoga Studio
213 North Blvd
Salisbury, MD
Rates: $15 drop-in, $55 for 5-classes, $100 for 10 classes, $99/month unlimited.
Bellydance Meets Yoga!
Limited offering, Begins February 2016
Thursdays (7-8pm)
Soul Yoga Studio
213 North Blvd
Salisbury, MD
Rates: $15 drop-in, $55 for 5-classes, $100 for 10 classes, $99/month unlimited.
Class Descriptions
Tribal Bellydance
Tribal Bellydance is a modern dance form that relies on group improvisation, giving the style a unique and captivating appearance. Each week new moves are introduced and built upon using turns, layering, level changes, and other variations. Learn to isolate core muscles as each move is broken down. Improve posture, confidence, and increase flexibility along the spine. Build bonds with other dancers through improvisation using non-verbal cues. Wear comfortable, form-fitting clothing. Bring water and something to wrap around your hips. Class is taught by Roma, certified Gypsy Caravan instructor.
Bellyogilates(c)
Ultimate workout mix combining yoga stretching, Pilates core strength, and bellydance isolations. Increase flexibility and build core strength through Yoga, Dance, and Pilates practice. Each class begins with sun salutations using a vinyasa flow to warm up the body, and then moves into Pilates floor work focused on increasing strength in the abdominals, glutes, arms, and legs. Burn through calories with fun and sexy bellydance. Class ends with hip opening poses and deep relaxation to restore the body and declutter the mind. *Offered as 8-week session with dance recital at the end.
Bellydance Bootcamp
This is a drills class for all levels and styles of bellydance- even beginners! Work on isolation, movement vocabulary, improvisation, cues and leading. Basic bellydance class and/or some yoga experience recommended but not required. Each class will focus on a move in the tribal vocabulary. Use cues, turns, walks, levels, combos and associated variations. Warm-up and drills are extended in this class to increase flexibility and build core strength. Great workout for any style dancer!
Workshops
All the techniques covered in an 8 week session level class in one session! Many different levels, styles, and techniques are offered. Be a workshop host and choose your topic from: Spanish Flamenco, Gypsy Skirt Moves, African Fusion, Tastes of India, Fun with Duets or any level 1-5, which includes over 24 fast and slow moves each level. Great for long distance commutes, private groups, or private lessons. Great for experienced dancers who want to learn a large vocabulary of moves and how to use cues for group improvisation or for those who just want a taste of tribal and a great workout. Mini-workshops (30 min-1 hour) are great for parties!
Tribal Bellydance is a modern dance form that relies on group improvisation, giving the style a unique and captivating appearance. Each week new moves are introduced and built upon using turns, layering, level changes, and other variations. Learn to isolate core muscles as each move is broken down. Improve posture, confidence, and increase flexibility along the spine. Build bonds with other dancers through improvisation using non-verbal cues. Wear comfortable, form-fitting clothing. Bring water and something to wrap around your hips. Class is taught by Roma, certified Gypsy Caravan instructor.
Bellyogilates(c)
Ultimate workout mix combining yoga stretching, Pilates core strength, and bellydance isolations. Increase flexibility and build core strength through Yoga, Dance, and Pilates practice. Each class begins with sun salutations using a vinyasa flow to warm up the body, and then moves into Pilates floor work focused on increasing strength in the abdominals, glutes, arms, and legs. Burn through calories with fun and sexy bellydance. Class ends with hip opening poses and deep relaxation to restore the body and declutter the mind. *Offered as 8-week session with dance recital at the end.
Bellydance Bootcamp
This is a drills class for all levels and styles of bellydance- even beginners! Work on isolation, movement vocabulary, improvisation, cues and leading. Basic bellydance class and/or some yoga experience recommended but not required. Each class will focus on a move in the tribal vocabulary. Use cues, turns, walks, levels, combos and associated variations. Warm-up and drills are extended in this class to increase flexibility and build core strength. Great workout for any style dancer!
Workshops
All the techniques covered in an 8 week session level class in one session! Many different levels, styles, and techniques are offered. Be a workshop host and choose your topic from: Spanish Flamenco, Gypsy Skirt Moves, African Fusion, Tastes of India, Fun with Duets or any level 1-5, which includes over 24 fast and slow moves each level. Great for long distance commutes, private groups, or private lessons. Great for experienced dancers who want to learn a large vocabulary of moves and how to use cues for group improvisation or for those who just want a taste of tribal and a great workout. Mini-workshops (30 min-1 hour) are great for parties!
Tribal Bellydance
Learn a variety of moves as we isolate core muscles. Moves are incorporated into a tribal bellydance vocabulary using group formations and non-verbal cues. Fun for experienced dancers and beginners.
Each class includes warm-up, instruction on 4-6 moves, dance drills and improvisation practice. Practice worksheet included for 8-week session members only. Wear comfortable, form-fitting workout clothing. Bring water and something to wrap around your hips. *Limited hip scarves available to borrow.
Learn a variety of moves as we isolate core muscles. Moves are incorporated into a tribal bellydance vocabulary using group formations and non-verbal cues. Fun for experienced dancers and beginners.
Each class includes warm-up, instruction on 4-6 moves, dance drills and improvisation practice. Practice worksheet included for 8-week session members only. Wear comfortable, form-fitting workout clothing. Bring water and something to wrap around your hips. *Limited hip scarves available to borrow.
Tribal Bellydance is a modern dance form that relies on group improvisation, giving the style a unique and captivating appearance. Each week new moves are introduced and built upon using turns, layering, level changes, and other variations. Learn to isolate core muscles as each move is broken down. Improve posture, confidence, and increase flexibility along the spine. Build bonds with other dancers through improvisation using non-verbal cues. Wear comfortable, form-fitting clothing. Bring water and something to wrap around your hips. Class is taught by Roma, certified Gypsy Caravan instructor.
Ballet Barre Fitness
1405 South Salisbury Blvd.
*Next to Jersey Mike's Subs, across from SU
Salisbury, MD 21801
1405 South Salisbury Blvd.
*Next to Jersey Mike's Subs, across from SU
Salisbury, MD 21801
Coming up...
Intro to Bellydance Mini-series
February 4th, 11th, 18th
Worcester County Library
Snow Hill, MD
FREE
Intro to Bellydance Mini-series
February 4th, 11th, 18th
Worcester County Library
Snow Hill, MD
FREE
Tribal Variations
January 8th-February 26th
THURSDAYS 7-8pm
Session covers variations on basic moves including Figure 8's, Shimmies, Hip Circles, Arabic, Turkish, Egyptian, and more. Variations include arms, turns, walks, combos, levels, and/or layering. Basic tribal moves vocabulary is recommended but not required.
$100 8-week session, $15 drop-in
Facebook Event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/708610125892057/
January 8th-February 26th
THURSDAYS 7-8pm
Session covers variations on basic moves including Figure 8's, Shimmies, Hip Circles, Arabic, Turkish, Egyptian, and more. Variations include arms, turns, walks, combos, levels, and/or layering. Basic tribal moves vocabulary is recommended but not required.
$100 8-week session, $15 drop-in
Facebook Event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/708610125892057/
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Tribal style bellydance, also known as American Tribal Style or ATS, is a group imporvised dance form that originated in America in the late 1980's. The dance uses a vocabulary of over 90 moves plus turns, level changes, and variations. Dancers communicate the moves non-verbally using specific cues and formations. It is comprised of a conglomeration of dance styles from around the world throughout the ages. There are aspects of West African, Egyptian, Moroccan, Tunisian, Arabic, Turkish, Gypsy/Roma, Spanish, Indian, and other Middle Eastern cultural moves displayed in a modern fashion sometimes even involving forms of breakdance such as liqui-forming, popping and locking. Some choreographies are also used, however this is considered "fusion" since tribal requires improvisation. The dance is continually evolving.
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What to Wear
Stretchy pants, flowing skirt, or capris and a fitted tee, tank, sports bra, or cropped top are optimal. Avoid jeans and baggy t-shirts. NO street shoes in the studio, bare feet or dance shoes only. Optional- bring something to wear on your hips. Limited hip scarves available for purchase or use.
Stretchy pants, flowing skirt, or capris and a fitted tee, tank, sports bra, or cropped top are optimal. Avoid jeans and baggy t-shirts. NO street shoes in the studio, bare feet or dance shoes only. Optional- bring something to wear on your hips. Limited hip scarves available for purchase or use.
$85 for 8-week session
*Soul Yoga Studio Members may use class cards and Unlimited passes but are strongly encouraged to register and attend all classes in the session as each class builds on the previous.
**Member Rates: $15 drop-in, $55 for 5-classes, $100 for 10 classes, $99/month unlimited.
*Soul Yoga Studio Members may use class cards and Unlimited passes but are strongly encouraged to register and attend all classes in the session as each class builds on the previous.
**Member Rates: $15 drop-in, $55 for 5-classes, $100 for 10 classes, $99/month unlimited.
Private Lessons
Salisbury Dates
3rd Fridays- Downtown on the Plaza
Salisbury Drum Circles
Join the Group: http://groups.google.com/group/sbydrummers
Random Occurrences
Meet at Salisbury City Park
(near the fountain)
Drum circles facilitate mindfulness and is a from of moving meditation. A drum circle unites people of all ages through rhythm of collective consciousness. A drum circle unites people of all ages through rhythm of collective consciousness. Drum circles have developed into three main types: "culturally specific", such as Middle Eastern or West African groups, "facilitated circles" with drums from any culture, and "anarchic" circles - improvised communal drumming with no designated musical leader. Bring a drum or other percussion instrument or just come for the experience. Percussion instruments include but are not limited to hand drums such as djembes, bongos, doumbeks, tablas, tambourines, shakers, frogs, sticks, cymbols, even bells! Instruments are recommended but not required. This is a free event, donations are appreciated. **In the event of inclement weather, drum circle meets at the UUFS: 2812 Old Ocean City Road, Salisbury, MD 21804**
Meet at Salisbury City Park
(near the fountain)
Drum circles facilitate mindfulness and is a from of moving meditation. A drum circle unites people of all ages through rhythm of collective consciousness. A drum circle unites people of all ages through rhythm of collective consciousness. Drum circles have developed into three main types: "culturally specific", such as Middle Eastern or West African groups, "facilitated circles" with drums from any culture, and "anarchic" circles - improvised communal drumming with no designated musical leader. Bring a drum or other percussion instrument or just come for the experience. Percussion instruments include but are not limited to hand drums such as djembes, bongos, doumbeks, tablas, tambourines, shakers, frogs, sticks, cymbols, even bells! Instruments are recommended but not required. This is a free event, donations are appreciated. **In the event of inclement weather, drum circle meets at the UUFS: 2812 Old Ocean City Road, Salisbury, MD 21804**
