Friday
Warm Welcome :
Whimsical Wiggling and Purposeful Play
5:00 PM
This session serves as a kickoff to the weekend! It will be a space for us to come together in connection and intention setting with movement, play, and fun as the primary focus. Get ready to smile!
Emi Lou
Mingle and Mocktails
6:30 PM
Join us for an evening craft refreshment by the Team at Sonrisa Boutique! Sonrisa is more than a globally curated boutique, but a hub for community events, travel inspiration, and smiles to brighten your day!
Sonrisa
Rhythm Pantry
6:30PM
Rhythm Pantry
Enjoy your beverage along with an eclectic mix of smooth grooves and rhythmic beats brought to you by this dynamic duo straight out of NWA!
Latin Dance Social
8:30-9:30 Latin Class
9:30-12:30AM Latin Social Dance
Claudia Aguilar
Join Enfuego Dance Fitness for an unforgettable Latin Dance Social -- Stars and Stripes Edition! Class will take place at 8:30PM (Beginner Friendly) and follow by a Social Dance all night!
Saturday (AM)
Morning Hike
8:00 AM
Take in the summer morning’s sensory delights with a hike through the forest surrounding Mt. Sequoyah. This easy to moderate guided hike is fun for all ages and is sure to peak your senses as we turn our awareness towards our surroundings. Moments of grounding, inward reflection through silent movement, discussion of collective observation, and connection with fellow participants will be offered within in the hour that we will spend together.
Erin Irizarry
Move Breath Restore
A vibrant and calming class with a focus on breath, body awareness, and a unique blend of stretches and mat-based movement. Bring a mat and optional towel, blanket, pillow, or eye pillow.
Claudia Smith
8:00 AM
Movement Class
8:00 AM
Movement Class uses engaging and interactive partner games designed to challenge your coordination, locomotion and mobility. Explore dynamic and intricate movement patterns inspired by capoeira, gymnastics and dance, providing a stimulating challenge for your body and your brain.
Philip Shepherd
Lyric Biography Workshop
9:30 AM
Our life stories deserve to be written beautifully. In this generative workshop, participants will work in pairs (or solo! totally fine to make it autobiography!) to gather stories and compose lyric biographies using vivid details and poetic elements. Examples and additional texts will be provided, and no prior creative writing experience is necessary.
Jane Blunschi
Exploration in Contemporary Dance
9:30 AM
During this hour long class, participants will explore movement through contemporary dance elements. Using breath, core, and grounding techniques, we will discover new kinesthetic possibilities together!
Hannah Mucha
Hip-Hop
9:30 AM
Join Dime for a dynamic class that will explore the various styles and flows of hip-hop's roots. In this class, you will learn about the various textures of hip-hop and how to move with rhythm and precision. Express your confidence through hip-hop culture while developing your own individual style. Whether you are a beginner or have experience, this class is for you! I can’t wait to see you all there!
Diamond Jones
Flourished Flow
9:30 AM
Join Lara for a hatha style mandala flow class, with a focus on moving and strengthening. Mandala is the Sanskrit word for "circle" and represents a repetitive pattern to aid in meditation. In this session, students will recreate the circle pattern on their mat using dynamic sequencing. Suitable for all levels, this class will be a playful exploration of traditional yoga postures with options for students who want to build on their current practice.
Lara Cato
Ornitherapy
The Therapeutic Power of Birdwatching
(90 min)
11:00 AM
If you're looking for a way to enjoy a few quiet moments in nature, grab your water bottle and a sturdy pair of shoes to come learn about Ornitherapy, the practice of finding healing through bird-watching. Did you know that even the simple sound of birds singing can reduce your heart rate, anxiety, and blood pressure, while allowing you to find mindfulness in the moment? Wild Birds Unlimited Education Director, Lauren Eno, will guide you through several exercises that you can do any time to find the peace and joy that our feathered friends offer. Along the way, we'll also spot some of NWA's best summer birds!
Lauren Eno
Storytelling Through Somatic Movement
11:00 AM
This session will mix mindful techniques of visualization, somatic practices, and journaling to tap into one’s significant stories. The purpose of this workshop is to utilize our lived experiences to inform creative movement and witness others in their embodied storytelling. This will be a safe space of exploration and release.
Emi Lou
STREET DANCE-Popping/Waving basics
11:00 AM
Join local Hip Hop icons, Poppin Sunshine and Boogaloo Yi, for a fundamentals of street dance class where this duo will break down the basics of "waving" and "hitting". You will be able to take away the art of muscle contractions along with the fluid wave-like isolations of the body to incorporate into your own unique dance style!
Boogaloo Yi
Poppin Sunshine
Intro to Acroyoga & Foundational Flows
11:00 AM
Come one! Come all! Come acro!!
Acroyoga is a playful fusion of yoga, partner dance, and circus acrobatics where people of all ages and abilities can come together to explore how much can be accomplished through active communication and supporting each other in taking on new challenges.
Whether this is your first introduction or you're a seasoned practitioner; this class will have something for you!
With a focus on instilling and refining foundational techniques, this class will focus on exploring stationary postures, counterbalances, and accessible dance lifts.
No equipment, partner, or experience required.
Dana Krementz (they/them)
Lunch Jams
12:30 PM
Join us for a lunch set with DJ Afrosia at this year's FMF with eclectic and electric blends of Hip-Hop/R&B, House and EDM.
Dj Afrosia
Saturday (PM)
Rolling on the Mountain
2:00 PM
Join us for an exhilarating morning of skating fun where Clem Skates, the leader of Arkansas Roller Skate Crew, will be offering beginner to intermediate skate lessons. Whether you're a newcomer to the world of skating or looking to polish your skills, this event is perfect for you. Clem will guide participants through the fundamentals of skating, while also incorporating dance moves and tricks to take your skills to the next level. We have limited rental skates available in sizes 5-11, but we encourage you to bring your own pair of wheels and safety gear if you have them. Don't miss out on this opportunity to glide and groove with us!
We will have about 30 skates available ranging in sizes between 10 kids and 11.5 adult!
Meet at the Basketball Courts on the east side of the grounds!!!
Clementine Simpson
Contemporary Practices in Dance
2:00 PM
Heidee will lead an hour-long, open-level exploration of contemporary dance including floor work and partnering. Long sleeves and pants are strongly advised.
Heidee Alsdorf
Cha Cha 101
2:00 PM
TK Rakoski
Ready to move those Latin hips?! Come join this super fun cha cha class where we will learn a fun cha cha line dance to loosen up and some basic cha cha moves that will have you feeling comfortable on the dance floor in no time. No partner needed. No experience needed. TK will show you step by step what to do. Be prepared to learn a lot and laugh even more!
Urban Yoga
2:00 PM
Join Jasmine, from ELXR Yoga Lounge (EYL), for a rejuvenating and beginner-friendly yoga experience. Jasmine will hold space to connect you to your body in a fun and dynamic way. This class is designed to help you meet yourself on all levels - mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually, in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. You will flow through gentle poses, breathwork, and mindful movement to foster inner harmony. You can also expect dope tunes, in tradition with the EYL way.
Jasmine Canady-Hartman
Butoh
(90 min)
3:30 PM
Join Lela for a butoh and Noguchi Taiso experience that will incorporate nature, psychology, relaxation, movement adaptability, and self discovery. Butoh is an artform created by Tatsumi Hijakata in Japan in the 1960’s-1980’s. Elements of Hijakata’s methodology continue to move through his living dancers and their students. Noguchi Taiso was created by Michizo Noguchi in the same time span and is often incorporated with butoh technique. Noguchi Taiso is an exercise technique that emphasizes less-is-more, focusing on water in the body and its relationship to gravity.
Lela Besom
Gong Song
(90 min)
4:00 PM
Join Jamie as she guides you to an eternal place with sounds of Gongs, Himalayan Singing Bowls, Bells and more. This journey will begin with deep breathing and centering. You will navigate on a deep healing journey as the sounds and vibrations of these instruments surround and infuse through your being.
Bring a favorite soft mat, pillow and blanket—anything you'd like to facilitate a comfortable and sacred lying down experience.
Jamie Leigh White
Breathwork + Ice Bath
(90 min)
3:30 PM
Come experience the benefits of Breathwork & Cold Exposure with Justin Ternes, founder of True Self Health. Participants will dive into a dynamic breathwork, learn about the positive effects of ice-baths, and then take a community empowering cold dip!
Each moment is crafted to foster connection, community, and personal growth. Don't forget to bring a towel, swim suit, and positive vibes! We promise you will leave this session feeling invigorated, empowered, and holding a deeper connection to self.
Bring a towel, as well as something to lie on for breathwork. Don't forget your bathing suit for the plunge!
Justin Ternes
Performances
6:30 PM
Program coming soon.
TBD
CBC + Ecstatic Dance
8:30 PM Contact Beyond Contact (CBC)
9:30 PM Ecstatic Dance
Contact Beyond Contact (CBC) is a heart-opening movement journey blending Qigong, Contact Improvisation, and Authentic Movement — creating space for deep connection, presence, and exploration. In this immersive workshop, we’ll move together in ways that build trust, safety, and awareness. Through a mix of guided exercises and free-form dance, you’ll explore new ways of relating — not with words, but with your body, breath, and energy. CBC invites you to explore the subtle language of movement — where every step, stillness, and sensation becomes a form of communication. It's a space to move, reflect, and be seen just as you are. No experience needed — just bring your open heart and a willingness to explore.
Ecstatic Dance is a safe, sacred space to express yourself through dance — no steps to follow, no judgment, just music and movement from the heart. Let go and tune in to your body. We begin with a grounding warm-up and ease into a dynamic wave of sound, curated to take you on a journey of emotion, energy, and expansion. Some guidelines for this container include: no talking on the dance floor— respect the space, shoes off — feel the earth, and come as you are — substance-free / sober. All ages & bodies welcome.
Emmy Kinnally
Skye Van Camp
Prismada
Authentic Relating Games
(90 min)
8:00PM
With so much unspoken communication through movement this weekend, let’s take some time to talk, make new friends, and build real connections! Join us for an evening of fun, heart-opening exercises (aka games) designed to boost your emotional intelligence and strengthen your relationship with yourself and others. Expect laughter, meaningful conversations, and a chance to be truly seen and heard in a playful, welcoming space. No partner or experience needed—just bring your curiosity, an open heart, and your authentic self!
Halle Senger
Sensual Yoga
8:30 PM
Sensual yoga is a embodied form of yoga that emphasizes one's attunement to the environment by using all five senses while also connecting with breath, sound and movement. The movement is slow, rhythmic, and intuitive. Our intention is to focus more on the sacral chakra -our energetic seat of creative potential and pleasure. Unlike traditional yoga where we move the body through linear planes this practice is nonlinear, moving in circles, waves, and spirals. This practice has its lineages in vinyasa yoga, kundalini, dance, and Qigong. Free expression and intuitive movement are encouraged and celebrated. Let us love the bodies we live in and open ourselves to more pleasure.
This class is available to all bodies whether this is your first movement class, or you are a seasoned mover. You will need a yoga mat and or a blanket and a playful spirit.
Tonia Squires
Sunday
Coffee & Conversation in a Community Circle
9:00 AM
Enjoy a relaxing morning of connection & integration with friends in a community circle. We will explore themes of growth, healing & integration as we bring this beautiful weekend to a close. Hot coffee & pastries will be served. Bring a journal for any additional processing.
April Kennedy
Forest Bathing
(90 min)
8:30 AM
Emmie Brenzel
Celebrate summertime magic on the mountaintop with an early morning forest adventure. “Forest Bathing” or ShinrinYoku, is an evidence based holistic practice which uses immersion in nature to promote health and wellness. Class participants will learn the history of “forest medicine” and discover it’s health benefits through a guided Forest Therapy Walk. This experiential class will provide opportunities for slow movements in nature, deep listening, and close observation, with optional discussion and group sharing. Certified Forest Therapy Guide Emmie Brenzel will facilitate this outdoor class which concludes with a closing Tea Ceremony. Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather.
Movement Patterns
9:00 AM
Movement Practice is a style of training from Movement Culture by Ido Portal, which focuses on patterns of movement to develop physical, mental and emotional capacity. His work is most well known in Europe, but movement practice is starting making its way into the USA.
In class, we will discuss and explore subjects such as joint pre/rehab protocols, partnering, ground movement/soft acrobatics and breathing techniques.
Marek Stanley
Gentle Yoga Flow
9:00 AM
Join Dave for a grounding and invigorating flow to get you ready to wrap-up and integrate a festive community weekend. Poses will be rooting, stabilizing, combined with a rejuvenating pranayama. We will end with a visualizing meditation to get you prepared to finalize your experience and begin anew!
Dave Briggs
Writing Sacred Spaces
10:30 AM
In this generative class, we will explore our ideas on what makes spaces sacred, the meaning of sacred spaces in our lives, and the ways in which we can write those spaces into existence. Readings from contemporary poetry & prose on the sacred in everyday life will be provided and discussed in class. No prior creative writing experience is necessary.
Jane Larson
All Levels Flow
10:30 AM
A fun feel good flow focused on properly aligning your body and connecting breath with movement. This will be a calming flow for the mind to enhance relaxation and stress relief. All levels are welcome.
Chrissy Dennis
Nena's Hip Hop Experience
10:30 AM
Get ready to sweat, twerk, and do some foot work! Nena's Hip-Hop class is a one of a kind dance experience! Bring the fun, the sexy, and most importantly the confidence! No dance experience? You don't need it! This class is all levels and will provide all dancers with comfortability, challenge, but most importantly FUN! Can't wait to dance with you!
Nena Shelton
Morning Flow
10:30 AM
Join Jamie Dye for a morning flow class for all levels. Participants can expect pranayama, or breath practice, to help ground the mind and body to our space. Class will move through different poses to a curated playlist designed to connect our minds and bodies with movement and breath. Our intention will be to create more balance and authenticity in our practice, with the hope of being translated back to our daily life.
Jamie Dye
DANCECULTure
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (drop-in friendly!)
The DANCECULTure mission is to create a community where members experience joy through movement. We celebrate the sacred beauty of expression, both individually and as a community. No Dance "knowledge" required. Just be yourself!
DANCECULTure runs every Sunday morning from 11am-1pm (pop in at your convenience) in Sequoyah Hall at Mount Sequoyah. Admission is always free, yet a donation to support DANCECULTure is welcome and appreciated!
Follow DANCECULTure on Facebook for each week's DJs!!!
DANCECULTure
Learning Together:
A Collaborative Finish
12:00 PM
This session will be a facilitated workshop that highlights lessons learned and impactful moments had throughout the festival. The aim is to utilize embodiment to further enhance the lessons learned and experiences felt so we can collectively process everything together. Dialogues, creative outputs, movement, and meditative practices will be utilized to support this closing session.
Emi Lou
Turn Up Dance Fitness™️
12:00 PM
Sally Watson
Turn Up Dance Fitness is a high-energy, ridiculously fun workout that combines dance, HIIT, bodyweight strength training, and active recovery to deliver results and good vibes. This empowering class is all about confidence, community, and letting loose—no dance experience needed! You’ll feel welcome and supported as you sweat it out, dance it out, release some endorphins, and step outside your comfort zone. Expect to leave class feeling stronger, more confident, and like you just went out dancing with your friends.
Community Yoga
FREE
12:00 PM
Join community yoga enthusiast, Alexzandrea Hollinshed, for A Community Yoga Class in partnership with Fayetteville Movement Festival! The class will be an approachable, beginner friendly vinyasa flow. All levels welcome. Please a bring a mat and water!
Alexzandrea Hollinshed
Thank you for participating in this year's Fayetteville Movement Festival 🖤
1:00PM Swap Contacts and See You Soon
Let's Keep Moving
FMF Team
