Nava Dance Immersion- Circles, Spirals & Cycles
June 21-25, 2023 | Sintra, Portugal
An exploration of the circles, spirals and cycles found in the physical, energetic and universal body. This immersion will dive deep into Miriam Peretz’s unique format Nava Dance which is inspired by Central Asian dance and Sufi mystical themes. Spiraling, whirling and the importance of sacred circle will be important themes in our dance explorations.
Central to Nava Dance format is the notion of embodied intention, and the possibility of transforming our emotional, mental and spiritual states through movement layered with ritual and meaning. Each day will include some Nava dance theory, technique, improvisation and choreography in the Nava style. We will also explore aspects of traditional Central Asian dance, especially connecting with Shamanic roots and the integration with the doira (frame drum.) We will incorporate dancing (and playing) frame drums as part of our exploration of circles, and cycles in time and space and as a means for dropping into a meditative trance space and connecting more deeply with our heartbeat and with the voices and guidance of our ancestors.
Our dance practice will include both studio time as well as dancing outdoors and connecting more deeply with nature and the movement and rythms of the elements. We will create dances to offer by the seaside as well as in creative spaces in Sintra.
*Currently there are only 2 spaces left so we are prioritizing people that can join for the full 5 days. Feel free to get on the waitlist for weekend attendance if these 2 spaces are not filled.
Location:
Sintra, Portugal
https://almashala.com/
Schedule:
Friday
12:00-2:00- Opening session
2:00- Lunch
5:30-7:30- Afternoon session
8:00- Dinner & Circle
Saturday
9:00-10:00- breakfast
10:00-1:00- morning session
1:30-lunch
4:30-7:30- evening session
7:30- dinner
Sunday
9:00-10:00- breakfast
10:00-1:00- morning session
1:00- lunch
-Beach Excursion-
8:00- dinner & drum/song fire ritual (closing for weekend participants)
Monday
9:00-10:00- breakfast
-Beach Excursion- Dancing in Nature
Tuesday
9:00-10:00- breakfast
10:00-1:00- Dance session
1:00-lunch
2:00- 7:00- Site seeing & dance installation in Sintra
7:00- Goodbye dinner in Sintra
Participation Options
Dance Only
(Weekend only option: $405. (375 Euro)- Not currently an option
Full 5 day option: $540 (500 Euro)
Cost of Food & Accommodations- $160 weekend/$250 full 5 days (150 Euro weekend/230 Euro full 5 day) '
Cost of Food only- $108 weekend/$130 full 5 days (100 Euro weekend/120 Euro full 5 day)
Dance, Food & Accommodations- $485 weekend/$700 full 5 days (450 Euro/650 Euro)
Please Note the accommodations offered in this cost is very simple, dorm style rooms. There are lovely air bnb’s in the area if one prefers more comfort or privacy. Please reach out to Diana- dianadirego@gmail.com
Payment Details
*$170- Deposit (to hold place) (158 Euro= 150 Euro + 8 Euro surcharge)
(Balance due by May 15th)
*Deposits can be paid via paypal or via the link below.
Paypal- miriampdance@gmail.com
*Balances can be paid via WISE, Paypal, or transfer to Diana (for residents of Portugal)
Questions about location/accommodations- dianadirego@gmail.com
Questions about dance content- info@miriamdance.com
