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Led by Ajay Rajani

Start the year by embodying your intentions! Join us for "Rhythm and Renewal" on New Year's Day from 1-4pm, a 3-hour guided 5R journey. Dive deep into the transformative power of movement and music as you shed the old and embrace the new. No experience necessary.

What is the 5Rhythms?

5R is a movement practice developed by Gabrielle Roth that explores 5 distinct rhythms - Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness. It's a dynamic approach to dance and self-expression that encourages people to move freely, connect with their bodies, and tap into their creativity. With no set steps to follow, 5R invites you to move authentically, guided by the music and your own inner landscape. It's a journey inward, a moving meditation that can be both cathartic and liberating.

Ajay Rajani, Certified 5R Teacher

Ajay is an accredited teacher of the 5R who trained with Jonathan Horan, son of Gabriele Roth, in 2014. Ajay was born in Africa with Indian roots and grew up in London, England where he thrives in a diverse, multicultural community speaking 5 international languages. His spiritual journey began over 20 years ago with a strong practice of seated meditation and this continues to inform his 5R teaching where he inspires embodying the moment and allowing your body to be your greatest teacher.

Investment:

Advance registration through 12/29 - $35

After 12/29 or at the door - $44 to $55, cash or Venmo

Advance Tickets:

https://tinyurl.com/5Rhythms-NewYear-mpls

Cancellation:

No reimbursements for cancellations after 12/29

*We encourage folks to arrive between 12:30-12:45 to settle in

*Doors close at 1pm

*No entry after 1:15pm

Etiquette on the Dance Floor via Ajay:

1- We are here to dance the 5Rhythms

2- All genders, gender expressions, sexualities, races, ethnicities, ages (no children), sizes, religions, and abilities are welcome.

3- This is a drug- and alcohol-free space.

4- We are adults responsible for our well-being.

5- Be sensitive to and respectful of each others' bodies and boundaries. We touch only with mutual consent.

6- We dance barefoot, in grippy socks or soft dance shoes.

7- Avoid using synthetic perfumes in the space.

8- Please turn off your phone and/or iWatch. Do not take photos/video or use Shazam.

9- Bring only water and a layer of warmth into the room. Leave backpacks and non valuables off the dance floor.

10- Please talk with your body, not your voice. Take any verbal conversations off the dance floor.

11- Participate at your own pace, please do not spectate.

12- We start and end the 5R together.

Additional dance dates with Ajay:

1/10/25 @ AscendDance

1/17/25 @ New City Church (the old Walker), 6:30-8:30pm