Burlesque as Yoga…where sexy low-brow art
meets sacred spirituality in a loving and safe environment.
Tantalize and energize your body, heart & spirit with playful
sessions of movement, music and costume...
Coming later: Burlesque Yoga - Rockstar Set (rock & roll burlesque)
Burlesque Yoga - Exotica Set (persian-asian themed burlesque)
Burlesque Yoga - Movie-Mania Set (movie themed burlesque)
Frequently Asked
Questions:
Who is it for?
Burlesque Yoga is geared for women and men of all shapes and sizes. No
previous dance or performance experience is needed. It’s about
exploring your playful yet sensual self, having fun and
appreciating the unique beauty in everyone. Some workshop sets
are developed for women, while others are for both sexes.
Whether you have some dance experience or are an absolute beginner,
the workshops are lighthearted yet aim to cultivate
self-love and self-acceptance.
What happens in a workshop?
There are several different Burlesque Yoga workshop
to choose from, but each one is centered
around a particular theme. Through various exercises, simple Burlesque "Asanas"
(postures) and "Vinyasas" (sequence
of postures), we play with movement, breath and different
expressions of beauty.
Burlesque yoga sets are
choreographed to music - helping you attune to the rhythm and flow
of your body while encouraging a state of poise and confidence.
Each set also embodies various Archetypes that
exist in the collective consciousness of humankind. Through
the various exercises and movements, these energies can become
intimately reconnected to your daily life. From a place
of joy, you acknowledge yourself as a sensual, beautiful and
divine being. From a place of self-love, you also see the
beauty and divinity in all others.
What is the purpose of Burlesque Yoga?
For fun, for some exercise, for relaxation, for self-discovery or
for personal development... The heart of Burlesque Yoga is all about
connecting to Bliss, Beauty and Self-Love. We learn about
dance, we learn about grace, we learn about costumes, we learn about
tease, we learn about humour... but most importantly, we are there
to have fun while learning to accept ourselves unconditionally.
What do I need to wear?
Costume and fun accessories that accentuate the class experience are
suggested prior to class time. It is up to you what you choose
to bring to class, and these will serve as your "costume" props.
You are not expected to purchase anything (though you may if you
wish) as most items can be found in your own closet.
(some props are provided for use during class). Sometimes,
costumes will be theme-based and other times, it will be more
general.
Layers are suggested in case you get warm or cold during the
exercises. Above all, wear clothes that you can comfortably stretch
and dance in!
How is the element of striptease incorporated? Within the exercises and choreographies, we throw in a little
striptease, humour
and sass to spice things up! The workshop is a safe and
lighthearted space, and you are free to decide what feels good for
you without judgment or expectation.People of varying
dispositions, interests, size and age have taken this workshop.
Diversity, Joy and Freedom of Choice are celebrated in burlesque
art, so the key is to have fun.
When and where are the workshops offered?
Burlesque Yoga is offered as a day or evening workshop at various
dates and locations throughout the year. There are several
sets to choose from, please see below.
For upcoming dates, see the
class calendar.
NOTE: Workshops can be privately booked by interested groups.
Suitable for stagette parties, festivals, conferences, team
building, private parties or public events.
Contact to find out how you can bring Burlesque Yoga
to your town,
group, organization or special event!
