Frequently Asked Questions
Before your first class...
It's completely natural to have questions, especially if you've never experienced 5Rhythms before. Most people arrive wondering whether they'll fit in. The short answer? You already do. Here are a few things you might like to know before you come.
Will I have to dance with other people?
Not unless you want to. Most of the class is spent exploring your own movement, although there may occasionally be opportunities to acknowledge or connect with others. You're always free to choose what feels comfortable. Your boundaries will be respected.
What if I need to rest?
Please do. You're welcome to pause, sit, have some water or simply watch for a while. Listening to your body is part of the practice.
What if I think I can't dance?
Nearly everyone says this before their first class.
The wonderful thing is that this isn't about performing or getting it right.
It's about allowing your body to move in whatever way feels natural. There's no choreography, no judgement and no expectation.
You simply begin where you are.
Is 5Rhythms therapy?
5Rhythms isn't therapy, and I'm not a therapist.
It is, however, a powerful movement practice that many people find deeply supportive and healing. If you're experiencing physical or mental health challenges, please let me know before attending so we can make sure the space feels supportive for you. If you need professional therapeutic support, I encourage you to seek that alongside the practice.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothes that you can move freely in.
Layers work well, as you'll probably warm up as the class unfolds.
Most people dance barefoot, although soft shoes or trainers are absolutely fine if you prefer.
What should I bring?
A water bottle is the only essential.
If you're paying on the door, please bring your contribution with you. Sliding-scale pricing is available, and if money is a barrier, just get in touch.
To help create a shared space, I ask that phones and other devices are switched off during class.
What will we do?
Every class is different, but together we'll move to a rich variety of music, from gentle and spacious to energetic and uplifting. You'll be invited to explore the 5Rhythms through your own body's natural movement, noticing what arises without judgement. There are no steps to copy.
Only an invitation to be present with yourself, the music and the people around you.