2024 Schedule
All classes are beginner accessible.
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Friday
Dance Improv
6:30 PM
Blake will lead a 1 hour contactless improvisation class where dancers have the agency to do as much or as little as they would like. Blake will be in socks but if you prefer sneakers or barefeet make sure they are clean!
Blake Worthey
Mingle and Mocktails
7:30 PM
Join Max and Malavika for an outdoor Mocktail experience on the grounds of Mount Sequoyah. Drinks will be curated with local and quality ingredients to refresh your spirit and keep you grooving the night away.
Max & Malavika
DJ Girlfriend*** canceled
Sorry y'all
DJ Girlfriend
Join us after Blake's class for a DJ set with DJ Girlfriend that will consist of bright and groovy vibes that will facilitate connection and space to get down if you're feeling it!
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
Motion is Lotion
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
Movement that soothes
8:00 AM
Adult Jazz & Choreo
8:00 AM
Olivia teaches an upbeat jazz inspired movement class to get your blood pumping and your endorphins flowing. This class will start with a full body warm up, then lead in to simple, fun choreography and end with a calming cool down and stretch. Leave with your body and soul refreshed from moving and grooving with our incredible local community.
Olivia Cooper
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
Rolling on the Mountain
9:30 AM
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
Jazz Dance
9:30 AM
Join Mycayla for a sassy jazz experience sure to unlock your inner diva and bring fun to the word "exercise". This class is beginner-intermediate level, designed for dancers of no experience to be challenged and for those returning to the dance world to be reminded of a glamorous past time. This is a contactless class with no technical skills required. It's just dancing to move and groove! Clothing that you can move freely in is recommended as well as athletic shoes. Jazz shoes are not required, but can be a great tool!
Mycayla Sawyer
Contemporary Hip-Hop
9:30 AM
Cece’s contemporary hip hop fusion class blends the flow and freedom of contemporary with the groove and heartbeat of hip hop. Cece's classes are grounded in 2 concepts:
1. self expression is sacred
2. dance is for healing
She curates an environment that cultivates a deep sense of community and vulnerability. Students are invited to listen and move from their intuition, while supporting each individual in the room. Expect to feel seen, and expect for your soul to feel full.
Cece Marie
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
Bird Watching
(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 pair of sturdy shoes to explore the birds that call northwest Arkansas home during the summer with Wild Birds Unlimited's Education Director, Lauren Eno. Whether it's seeing fledgling birds learning to forage, or trying to spot your backyard favorites, "Explorin with Lauren" is a great way for both beginner and more established bird-watchers alike to catch a glimpse of some of our feathered friends in their natural habitat. In addition to that, you'll pick up tips to make your backyard oasis a more bird-friendly place!
Lauren Eno
Contemporary Practices in Dance
11:00 AM
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
Urban Hip-Hop
11:00 AM
Urban, street vibes! Fun, energetic beginner level movement. Todd will be creating space for self expression and confidence building. Don't miss this opportunity to vibe with Todd!
Todd Belin
Space to Explore
11:00 AM
This intricately designed vinyasa flow will take you through the inner landscapes of your body allowing you space to savor the joys of moving slowly.
In this flow we will practice creating an in-depth conversation between our body and our breath, as we move with our gaze inward and our minds open with curiosity.
Many of us live our lives thrusting ourselves forward… chasing the highest of highs, and so on. These busy lives can complicated and messy, leaving us disconnected from our bodies. Moving slowly with intention offers us not only the opportunity to anchor ourselves in the present but also to feel every moment completely.
Chris Morehead
Sweeps, Swivels, Slides, and Swirls
Organi City (est. 2023) will be leading a workshop that explores leg movements on the floor such as sweeps, swirls, swivels and slides. The class introduces practitioners to basic floorwork vocabularies that benefits hip and knee mobility. This course encourages curiosity, playfulness and improvised explorations to inspire original movement creation and new choreographies of the body.
Organi City
floorwork with Organi City
12:30 PM
Lunch Jams
12:30 PM
Join us for a lunch set with DJ Dribblz at this year's FMF with blends of hip-hop, R&B, reggae, the latest pop, and music for the soul!
Dj Dribblz
Saturday (PM)
Writing the Emotional Body
2:00 PM
How many times have you said the word love today? This week? And what is it that you were loving: a person? Place? Thing? What did you feel in your body when you said those words? Did you notice? We talk about emotion all the time: what we're feeling, what we're not feeling, what we'd like to feel. In this class, we will practice getting clear about the emotions connected to the stories of our lives and what it means to write about feelings, with feeling.
Jane Blunschi
Gaga / People
2:00 PM
Maree ReMalia
The Gaga movement language originated from the belief in the healing, dynamic, ever-changing power of movement. Choreographer, Ohad Naharin, developed Gaga over the course of many years and it is now applied in the daily practice of Israel’s Batsheva Dance Company. Gaga / people classes offer a framework for users to connect to their bodies and imaginations, experience physical sensations, improve their flexibility and stamina, exercise their agility and explosive power, and enjoy the pleasure of movement in a welcoming, accepting atmosphere. Throughout the class, participants are guided by a series of evocative instructions to increase awareness of and further amplify sensation. Rather than turning from one prompt to another, information is layered, building into a multisensory, physically challenging experience. While many instructions are imbued with rich imagery, the research of Gaga is fundamentally physical, insisting on a specific process of embodiment. Inside this shared research, the improvisational nature of the exploration enables each participant’s deeply personal connection with Gaga.
Gaga/people classes run approximately 1-hour and are open to people ages 16+, no previous experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement; layers recommended. To create a less self conscious environment, class is conducted without mirrors and observers are not permitted.
Rhythm of Salsa
2:00 PM
The class will be a Latin musicality class as participants will be guided to discover the overlap of the rhythm of the music with the rhythm of the body. Participants will be guided to not just learn to hear the counts, but to feel them, too, helping each mover to become a more fluid and versatile dancer. Expect to also learn various rhythms, tempo, phrases, and breaks.
Michael and Melody
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)
4:30 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, or something to lie on for breathwork. We will be outdoors in the GROUNDS area (vendor section). Bring a bathing suit for the plunge!
Justin Ternes
Sensual Yoga
8:00 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
Latin Social
All Levels Class at 9:00 PM
Social Dancing 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM
We are pleased to invite you to our Raza Social in collaboration with Fayetteville Movement Festival, where we will be hosting the Latin Dance Party. 🎉
Raza will host the Latin Social beginning with a dance lesson at 9pm that will briefly review the various styles (Bachata, Salsa, Merengue, etc). Social dancing will begin at 10pm going all night long!
If you only want to participate in our grand social, the cost is just $15. You can pay at the door (cash or venmo) or purchase in advance with the link attached.
So brush off your dance shoes, grab your most elegant outfit, and join us for an unforgettable night of dance and fun!
Raza Dance Studio
Sunday
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.
Sensual Movement
9:00 AM
Inspired by the Diva Dive’s signature class -- Down and Dirty Floorwork-- but without the pole. Sydney will begin with a full body warm up to discover the muscles we need to articulate these deep movements. Participants will flow through challenging exercises and focus on floorwork while also opening our bodies and minds to visualize and accept ourselves as sexual beings. Come ready to sweat, play, and feel sexy. Leggings and knee pads are recommended but not required.
Sydney Wingo
Yoga for Trauma
9:00 AM
A gentle practice to reconnect to the body in a deeper way while being aware of the impacts of trauma on the mind and body. This class weaves together yoga philosophy, polyvagal theory, and the power of community following the guidelines of a Trauma-Informed Yoga Class and aims to create safety and connection through breath, movement, stillness, and co-regulation.
There is an emphasis on freedom of choice in all movements, always reminding students of their autonomy over their body. All are welcome.
Shelby Ragsdale
DANCECULTure
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (drop-ins okay)
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
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
Cardio Groove
10:30 AM
Cardio Groove with Kathy incorporates Hip Hop, Dancehall, Latin, Soca and Popular music with strength training for an awesome total body workout.
At Kultured Cardio Fitness LLC, our mission is to encourage everyone to find their fit. Find what you love to do and do it consistently. Ours is Dance Fitness. We know if you find something you love to do, you are more likely to stick with it and be successful.
We are shifting the mindset in our communities by helping people make health and wellness a priority. We are showing our students that the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, can be fun, rewarding, and empowering.
Kathy Johnson
Healing Breathwork
10:30 AM
Robin will be leading a healing breathwork practice in the tradition of David Elliot, using breath and visualization to reach into blocked spaces within the body. Bring a hand towel or eye pillow to cover the eyes and a blanket if you want to get extra cozy.
Robin Bruce
From the Body to the Page
12:00 PM
Julia Paganelli Marín
The page is a place to explore, ask questions, and find refuge. It is, in essence, a body. In this generative writing workshop, we’ll integrate what we’ve learned over the course of the Fayetteville Movement Festival to bring back to our daily lives. Whether you’re writing poetry for the first time or the hundredth, this class is for you. Bring a journal or paper and a pen—we’ll have some extras, too.
This class is taught by Julia Paganelli Marín, the Creator and Director of Bee Balm Arkansas. Learn more about writing and writing community opportunities in Northwest Arkansas by signing up for our newsletter on beebalmarkansas.com or by following us on Instagram.
Latin Dance
12:00 PM
Claudia Aguilar
Claudia, the fiery force behind En Fuego, has been setting the Latin dance scene ablaze in Northwest Arkansas since 2010! With a sizzling repertoire of styles - salsa, bachata, cumbia, chacha, and merengue - her classes are a kaleidoscope of color, energy, and rhythm, igniting a passion for Latin culture in every student!
Get ready to be swept away by Claudia's infectious energy, her boundless enthusiasm, and her unwavering dedication to sharing the beauty of Latin dance with the world!
Yin + SloFlow
Ashleigh Rose Humphrey
Mashup for the Heart / Small Intestine Meridians
12:00 PM
Join Ashleigh for a Yin Yoga + SloFlow mash up, intended to create healthy flow through heart & small intestine meridian lines which run through the arms, heart, chest, and throat.
Perfect for closing out the weekend, this thoughtful practice will start & end with Yin Yoga postures, and build to a SloFlow practice during the middle. Though the Yin Yoga postures are more passive in nature, it doesn’t necessarily mean they’re “easy”. This blended class will include both “sensational” Yin Yoga postures as well as some of the more passive, restful Yin Yoga postures. We’ll turn up the speed gradually throughout our practice, finding our way through a few rounds of feel-good SloFlow with continued focus on the heart space during the middle of class.
This practice will be themed around opening a few specific meridian lines (energy lines, according to traditional Chinese medicine) of the body. Similar to acupressure, through long holds of postures, we’ll work to open the lines of the heart & small intestine, both of which are used to help create balance during the season of Summer. Leave your practice feeling aware of the emotions of your heart, available for connection with others, and more open generally across the arms, chest, and throat regions.
