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Feeling the Groove: Movement for non-Dancers

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Your Host

Alexandra Harper

Community Builder, Event Planner & Creative Entrepreneur at Women of Culture.

Brooklyn, NY, USA

Graphic Designer & Art Director currently available for on-going freelance work and short-term projects. Specializing in the concept and execution of 360-degree marketing campaigns with a talent for capturing a brand’s essence and translating it cohesively across a multitude of consumer touch-points. // Founder & President dedicated to helping women unlock the power of the arts as a tool for personal development, connection and empowerment.

Skills: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator; Editorial layout, Branding and Identity Solutions, Concept Development, Package Design, Front-end Web Design, Email Marketing, Social Media Graphics; Event Design, Planning & Production

About this FieldTrip

Many people believe they can’t dance, or they don’t enjoy it when they do — but that’s only because they are letting their nerves or self-judgement get in the way, because we were all BORN to move!

During this time of quarantine and physical distancing, movement is more necessary for our mental health and wellbeing than ever — but it can be a struggle to find enjoyable ways to do so, especially when stuck inside a small apartment and left to our own devices.

But dance is always available and accessible, no matter how out of shape or out of rhythm you think you might be. This virtual ‘field trip’ is all about letting go of any pre-conceived ideas about what dance should be or should look like and finding the movement that feels right for you and your body.

We will go through some basic warm-ups, grounding ourselves and tapping into our bodies as well as a few very basic steps that can be done even in a small space. You won’t have to learn any specific choreography but instead, you will learn how to dance like no one is watching as a form of stress release and exercise, bringing more joy and fulfillment into your life, especially during this difficult time. No dance training necessary and no judgement allowed.

About your Host
Dance is my lifeblood. It has been my most favorite past-time ever since I started taking ballet classes at the age of 5. I taught dance in high school and college and have been heavily involved in the NYC dance scene for the past 15 years. I am also the Founder of an arts-based social networking community called Women of Culture, through which I have helped many others discover a love of dance and the arts in general. I have led numerous in-person and virtual events and love helping others tap into their creativity.


What to expect

Lecture format!

This is a more traditional format where participants absorb information through presentations and talks.

Real-time only!

This FieldTrip will not be recorded.

Learn more about FieldTrips

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Your Host

Alexandra Harper

Community Builder, Event Planner & Creative Entrepreneur at Women of Culture.

Brooklyn, NY, USA

About Alexandra Harper

Graphic Designer & Art Director currently available for on-going freelance work and short-term projects. Specializing in the concept and execution of 360-degree marketing campaigns with a talent for capturing a brand’s essence and translating it cohesively across a multitude of consumer touch-points. // Founder & President dedicated to helping women unlock the power of the arts as a tool for personal development, connection and empowerment.

Skills: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator; Editorial layout, Branding and Identity Solutions, Concept Development, Package Design, Front-end Web Design, Email Marketing, Social Media Graphics; Event Design, Planning & Production


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Jenner Linden

Creative Mentor + Founder of The Wild Ones at The Wild Ones .

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Marie Suard

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Freelancer Data Analyst / Project Manager.

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Executive Director of Programs and Engagement at Tampa JCCs & Federation.

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Roberta Alessandrini

Yoga classes everyday on Zoom at yogassage.

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Debra Bass

Director of Communications, Office of Research at UC San Diego.

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How to make the most of FieldTrips

The FieldTrips experience is defined not only by what the host has to share, but also by how we show up individually and collectively. The way we show up impacts our capacity to be moved, inspired, and activated.

Show up fully

Get ready to be immersed! Engage with smiles, nods, waves, emojis. Share in the chat. Get cozy. Turn off notifications. Sip your favorite beverage.

Stay curious

Wear your beginner’s hat. Go with the flow. Welcome the stumbles and fumbles. Congratulate yourself for trying. Keep going! 

Celebrate your host

Our hosts are members of the CreativeMornings community—just like you! Everyone comes to this with different backgrounds—a lot of our hosts have never done anything like this before! And we love that! Cheer them on when something goes awry and when it goes perfectly.

Support each other

We’re all figuring things out in real time. Celebrate, rather than critique emerging ideas. Cheer each other on as you try new things.  Try “Yes! And…” in conversation.

Not vibing?

It’s 100% okay when a FieldTrip does not resonate with you. Pop out quietly and try another experience later. Fill out the survey with your feedback (no dms to host or chat commentary, please.)