I teach movement as expression of emotion & devotion. We create time & space for holy listening inside the sacred vessel of our bodies. Authentic Movement offers an opportunity to move from an embodiment or longing for Divine presence. We bring song and silence into our movement practice.

Authentic Movement encourages us to listen carefully to the body and provides us with an opportunity to respond to its needs. An approach to movement rather than a specific form or technique, this practice brings our awareness into our bodies revealing the impulses that lead us into motion. Each mover responds uniquely to his or her particular body and in doing so may open to a wide range of sensations, sounds, images, and emotions. As witnesses we practice giving full attention to the mover while observing our own, internal experience. Together we strive to create a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space. By participating in this practice, we may come to a deeper, richer appreciation and compassion for others and ourselves.

I invite you to join us in this simple, yet profound practice. Both those familiar with Authentic Movement and those wishing to explore for the first time are welcome to workshops, groups, and individual work.

Julie has studied, taught, and practiced Authentic Movement for twenty years in secular and spiritual settings. She began with a class called, "Authentic Movement and the Sacred Body" in 1996 and will teach "Mystery and Movement", at the Elat Chayyim Jewish Retreat Center in July 2006. (www.Jewishretreatcenter.com). She has taught Movement and Healing courses in the Lesley College Graduate School since 1989. Julie is deeply grateful to her mentor, Janet Adler, and the amazing collectives of movers for guidance, friendship, and the gift of belonging to these powerful circles.