BioDanza
Nov
3

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
Nov
7

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

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DreamDancers
Nov
9

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Nov
10

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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The Sunday Exhale
Nov
15

The Sunday Exhale

THE SUNDAY EXHALE: Yoga • Sound Bath • Deep Rest 

A little November Reset

An invitation to slow down, soften and make a little space for yourself as we settle into the quieter months of the year.

We'll begin with a grounding Yoga practice to release tension and reconnect with the body, followed by an immersive Sound Bath to help you unwind, rest and simply be. Optional gentle, consent-led touch may be offered by Laura to support relaxation. 

Whether you're looking for a little movement, deep rest, or the full experience, you're welcome to join in whatever feels right for you.

45-minute Yoga practice — £8

75-minute immersive Sound Bath — £22

Both sessions (2 hours) — £28

You can book either session individually or join us for the full Sunday Exhale experience.

Come as you are, get comfortable and give yourself permission to pause

About Laura:

Laura is a 200-hour certified Hatha & Vinyasa Yoga Teacher with 5 years’ experience teaching adults within the community, including those experiencing anxiety, low confidence, recovery from addiction, menopause and a range of physical health conditions.

Her teaching takes a compassionate, person-centred approach, offering options throughout to support different abilities, experience levels and individual needs - from complete beginners to more experienced practitioners.

Laura is also a certified and insured Crystal Bowl Sound Healing Practitioner, with almost 3 years’ experience facilitating immersive Sound Journeys, including sessions for pregnant women. She also holds qualifications in Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage Therapy.

Having recently completed her MSc in Psychology, she undertook research exploring a combined Yoga, Breathwork and Sound Healing approach to support self-regulation in preschool children.

The important bits - please read:

Wear something comfortable. All Pillows, Mats & Blankets will be provided for you.

Unfortunately, Sound Healing is not suitable for those with a pace-maker/metal plates in Body, have epilepsy/suffer seizures or in the first trimester of pregnancy. If you have any heart conditions, please seek professional Medical guidance before booking. If you suffer from any other Medical condition and are unsure if you can attend, please discuss with your GP/Medical Professional prior to joining.

Please let Laura know if you are pregnant before attending, so she can ensure the session is set up to maximise your comfort.

To Book: 

www.bookwhen.com/thewellbeingrogue

If you have any issues using the Booking System or would prefer to pay by Bank Transfer, please contact Laura on 07770454553. Please note, booking via bank transfer is not confirmed until payment is received. 


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DreamDancers
Nov
16

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Nov
17

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Nov
21

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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DreamDancers
Nov
23

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Nov
24

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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DreamDancers
Nov
30

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Dec
1

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
Dec
5

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

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DreamDancers
Dec
7

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Dec
8

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Dec
12

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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Sound Bath with Lara
Dec
13

Sound Bath with Lara

Sound Bath

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

I will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls&Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitator

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

“code for supported tickets is SUPPORTED25”

To book, follow the link below

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

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DreamDancers
Dec
14

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Dec
15

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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Winter Soltice Workshop with Catherine
Dec
19

Winter Soltice Workshop with Catherine

Move, Express, Love, Live!
Biodanza
with Catherine

Immerse in a Biodanza workshop for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

2 Hour workshops are £15 and day workshops are £55 (£45 for early bird booking rate).

‘Pay it Forward’ rate is when you pay and contribute to another. You can donate an additional £5 (or more) to support those members of our community who need a reduced rate. 

Contact me if you would love to come and a concession would make it possible. 

For further information about the details of workshops contact: BiodanzaCatherine@gmail.com 

Warmly welcoming you to the beautiful Yama space 

Catherine

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Winter Solstice Gathering with Barbara Sellars
Dec
20

Winter Solstice Gathering with Barbara Sellars

Following The ThreadGabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms® Dance
with Barbara Sellars

Lightly facilitated sessions following the Wave of the 5 Rhythms® as a moving meditation. You will be encouraged to drop into your dance, allowing the practice to hold you as we move together through the Rhythms, sometimes partnering, sometimes solo but always following the thread of our dance, surrendering to the next step.

2.30pm-4.30pm
£15 per session/£12 concessions

Booking: These session are not drop-in classes - you do need to book beforehand as there will be limited numbers. Please get in touch prior to the class (latest by Friday evening the day before the event) to check there is a place available.

To Book: By BACS transfer.

(Account: Barbara Sellars
Sort Code: 83 25 15,
Account No: 00192525
Please give your name as reference when booking)

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DreamDancers
Dec
21

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Dec
22

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
Jan
2

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Jan
9

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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Sound Bath with Lara
Jan
10

Sound Bath with Lara

Sound Bath

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

I will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls&Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitator

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

“code for supported tickets is SUPPORTED25”

To book, follow the link below

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

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DreamDancers
Jan
11

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Jan
16

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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DreamDancers
Jan
18

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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DreamDancers
Jan
25

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Jan
26

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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DreamDancers
Feb
1

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Feb
2

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
Feb
6

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

View Event →
DreamDancers
Feb
8

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

View Event →
BioDanza
Feb
9

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

View Event →
Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Feb
13

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

View Event →
Sound Bath with Lara
Feb
14

Sound Bath with Lara

Sound Bath

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

I will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls&Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitator

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

“code for supported tickets is SUPPORTED25”

To book, follow the link below

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

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DreamDancers
Feb
15

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

View Event →
BioDanza
Feb
16

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

View Event →
BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Feb
20

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

View Event →
DreamDancers
Feb
22

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Feb
23

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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DreamDancers
Mar
1

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Mar
2

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
Mar
6

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

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DreamDancers
Mar
8

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

View Event →
BioDanza
Mar
9

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Mar
13

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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Sound Bath with Lara
Mar
14

Sound Bath with Lara

Sound Bath

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

I will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls&Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitator

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

“code for supported tickets is SUPPORTED25”

To book, follow the link below

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

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BioDanza
Mar
16

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Mar
20

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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BioDanza
Mar
23

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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BioDanza
Mar
30

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
Apr
3

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

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DreamDancers
Apr
5

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

View Event →
BioDanza
Apr
6

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

View Event →
Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Apr
10

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

View Event →
Sound Bath with Lara
Apr
11

Sound Bath with Lara

Sound Bath

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

I will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls&Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitator

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

“code for supported tickets is SUPPORTED25”

To book, follow the link below

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

View Event →
DreamDancers
Apr
12

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

View Event →
BioDanza
Apr
13

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

View Event →
BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Apr
17

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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DreamDancers
Apr
19

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Apr
20

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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DreamDancers
Apr
26

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Apr
27

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
May
1

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

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DreamDancers
May
3

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
May
4

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara  (Copy)
May
8

Ecstatic Dance with Lara (Copy)

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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Sound Bath with Lara
May
9

Sound Bath with Lara

Sound Bath

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

I will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls&Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitator

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

“code for supported tickets is SUPPORTED25”

To book, follow the link below

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

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DreamDancers
May
10

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
May
11

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
May
15

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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DreamDancers
May
17

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
May
18

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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DreamDancers
May
24

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
May
25

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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DreamDancers
May
31

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Jun
1

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
Jun
5

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

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DreamDancers
Jun
7

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Jun
8

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Jun
12

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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Sound Bath with Lara  (Copy)
Jun
13

Sound Bath with Lara (Copy)

Sound Bath

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

I will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls&Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitator

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

“code for supported tickets is SUPPORTED25”

To book, follow the link below

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

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DreamDancers
Jun
14

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Jun
15

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Jun
19

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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DreamDancers
Jun
21

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Jun
22

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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DreamDancers
Jun
28

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Jun
29

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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“Butoh Dance workshop by Yuri and Seisaku
Jul
2
to 4 Jul

“Butoh Dance workshop by Yuri and Seisaku

Yuri has been interested in different body work and practiced such as Ballet, Yoga, Noguchi Gymnastic, Noguchi Seitai, Taichi, Karate, etc.. those practices are helpful to prepare the body to be neutral and energetic. The first part of this workshop, she teaches her personal physical practice inspired by those body work including ideas of Butoh philosophy.

Contents: hanging body with no weight, movement by using invisible thread, movement by images of light and darkness, release and tension, how to feel the distance..etc

The second part is taught by Seisaku. He learned under Butoh founder Tatsumi Hijikata and Yoko Ashikawa. He developed his Butoh method originally with keeping the most important essence.

He has many interesting methods how to make the body empty. You will find the possibility that you can be anything you want if you could be empty.

Contents: walking, look and be looked at, insect eating, animal, smoke, plants, ghost, flower, light and darkness, face expression, wall of the mud….etc

We believe everyone can enjoy with us. No prior experience needed.”

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Jul
10

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Jul
17

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Aug
14

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Aug
21

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Sept
11

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Sept
18

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Oct
9

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Oct
16

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Nov
13

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Nov
20

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Dec
11

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Dec
18

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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Winter Soltice Workshop with Catherine
Dec
19

Winter Soltice Workshop with Catherine

Move, Express, Love, Live!
Biodanza
with Catherine

Immerse in a Biodanza workshop for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

2 Hour workshops are £15 and day workshops are £55 (£45 for early bird booking rate).

‘Pay it Forward’ rate is when you pay and contribute to another. You can donate an additional £5 (or more) to support those members of our community who need a reduced rate. 

Contact me if you would love to come and a concession would make it possible. 

For further information about the details of workshops contact: BiodanzaCatherine@gmail.com 

Warmly welcoming you to the beautiful Yama space 

Catherine

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DreamDancers
Nov
2

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Oct
27

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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DreamDancers
Oct
26

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BioDanza
Oct
20

BioDanza

Biodanza in Yama with Catherine Canning

Rolando Toro System.

Immerse in a Biodanza for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

The Glasgow BioDansa Community meet every Tuesdasy evening at Yama. They go through periods of the year where the class is open to all and then close the group to beginners allowing them to go deeper. Please check with Catherine what is the best time to start your experience.

You can contact her here

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Oct
17

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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Sound Bath with Lara
Oct
11

Sound Bath with Lara

Sound Bath

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

I will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls&Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitator

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

“code for supported tickets is SUPPORTED25”

To book, follow the link below

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

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TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook
Oct
11

TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook

What is Tension & Trauma Release Exercise:

A self-help, cost-effective, healing tool that enables you:

  • to reconnect with the natural, involuntary tremors or releases in your body that let go of stress and tension

  • to heal stress-related symptoms

  • to regulate your nervous system

  • to self-regulate & be more embodied

Who can come?  Anyone

  • unless you have a serious mental or physical illness

  • who wants to release tension, stress, anxiety, pain, depression and other symptoms

  • who wants to become trauma-informed

  • who wants to be a TRE® Provider

Come along

  • Learn to shake and/or go deeper

  • Start to befriend your nervous system

  • Learn about trauma as relates to TRE® and polyvagal theory etc.

  • Learn self-regulation & grounding

  • Practice embodiment

  • Answers to TRE® questions

  • Small group of max of 8 people

Testimonials

Your entire workshop presentation was fantastic and exceeded my expectations. Thank you.”

'Great clarity, alive, great holding, practical approach brings safety – good team’

‘Mixed, varied, dynamic, alive and kicking. A good combo of experiential and theory. Challenging, provocative and playful.’

“ It was f**g transformational”

“This was a brilliant ……. and I learned a lot (more) about myself”

Cost: £25

Time: 10.00-11.30

Dates: Saturday Sept 27th 

Saturday 25th Oct

Sunday 30th Nov

Saturday 28th March 26

Saturday 25th April

Book beforehand: email vicki@trescotland.com

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Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Oct
10

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
Oct
3

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

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TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook
Sept
26

TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook

What is Tension & Trauma Release Exercise:

A self-help, cost-effective, healing tool that enables you:

  • to reconnect with the natural, involuntary tremors or releases in your body that let go of stress and tension

  • to heal stress-related symptoms

  • to regulate your nervous system

  • to self-regulate & be more embodied

Who can come?  Anyone

  • unless you have a serious mental or physical illness

  • who wants to release tension, stress, anxiety, pain, depression and other symptoms

  • who wants to become trauma-informed

  • who wants to be a TRE® Provider

Come along

  • Learn to shake and/or go deeper

  • Start to befriend your nervous system

  • Learn about trauma as relates to TRE® and polyvagal theory etc.

  • Learn self-regulation & grounding

  • Practice embodiment

  • Answers to TRE® questions

  • Small group of max of 8 people

Testimonials

Your entire workshop presentation was fantastic and exceeded my expectations. Thank you.”

'Great clarity, alive, great holding, practical approach brings safety – good team’

‘Mixed, varied, dynamic, alive and kicking. A good combo of experiential and theory. Challenging, provocative and playful.’

“ It was f**g transformational”

“This was a brilliant ……. and I learned a lot (more) about myself”

Cost: £25

Time: 10.00-11.30

Dates: Saturday Sept 27th 

Saturday 25th Oct

Sunday 30th Nov

Saturday 28th March 26

Saturday 25th April

Book beforehand: email vicki@trescotland.com

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DreamDancers
Sept
21

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Sept
19

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

View Event →
DreamDancers
Sept
14

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

View Event →
Sound Bath with Lara
Sept
13

Sound Bath with Lara

Sound Bath

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

I will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls&Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitator

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

“code for supported tickets is SUPPORTED25”

To book, follow the link below

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

View Event →
TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook
Sept
13

TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook

What is Tension & Trauma Release Exercise:

A self-help, cost-effective, healing tool that enables you:

  • to reconnect with the natural, involuntary tremors or releases in your body that let go of stress and tension

  • to heal stress-related symptoms

  • to regulate your nervous system

  • to self-regulate & be more embodied

Who can come?  Anyone

  • unless you have a serious mental or physical illness

  • who wants to release tension, stress, anxiety, pain, depression and other symptoms

  • who wants to become trauma-informed

  • who wants to be a TRE® Provider

Come along

  • Learn to shake and/or go deeper

  • Start to befriend your nervous system

  • Learn about trauma as relates to TRE® and polyvagal theory etc.

  • Learn self-regulation & grounding

  • Practice embodiment

  • Answers to TRE® questions

  • Small group of max of 8 people

Testimonials

Your entire workshop presentation was fantastic and exceeded my expectations. Thank you.”

'Great clarity, alive, great holding, practical approach brings safety – good team’

‘Mixed, varied, dynamic, alive and kicking. A good combo of experiential and theory. Challenging, provocative and playful.’

“ It was f**g transformational”

“This was a brilliant ……. and I learned a lot (more) about myself”

Cost: £25

Time: 10.00-11.30

Dates: Saturday Sept 27th 

Saturday 25th Oct

Sunday 30th Nov

Saturday 28th March 26

Saturday 25th April

Book beforehand: email vicki@trescotland.com

View Event →
Ecstatic Dance with Lara
Sept
12

Ecstatic Dance with Lara

Ecstatic Dance invites you into a world that celebrates play, presence, and connection. It offers a space where movement becomes a form of release, a way to connect with yourself and with others.

Lara will begin by guiding somatic movement and connection practices to help you ground and open the body. From there, we step into a freeform dance journey. You are invited to let your body lead and move in whatever way it needs. As we move, we begin to soften the layers that hold tension, physical and emotional, giving ourselves permission to be seen, felt, and expressed.

The session closes with a meditative sound experience to support integration and rest.

Come dance with us… to move, to feel, to connect, to remember.

Booking link: https://alkemycoaching.as.me/ecstaticdance

Tickets price range:      £19.8 supported tickets (Use code DISCOUNT10)

£22 Standard tickets

Pay it forward option

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September - 2 Part Workshop: In-person Group Emotional Release and Online Integration Call
Sept
10

September - 2 Part Workshop: In-person Group Emotional Release and Online Integration Call

This three part Collective Emotional Release series is a space to meet yourself more deeply, held inside the support of a group. We will work with the emotional release techniques Lara uses in one-to-one sessions and explore the core wounds that shape how you relate, protect, and express yourself in the world. We will also look at the hidden desires and potentials that sit underneath these patterns.

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DreamDancers
Sept
7

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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5 Rhythms® with Angela
Sept
5

5 Rhythms® with Angela

DANCE SWEET FREEDOM:
Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms®
Dance with Angela Lord

Welcome!

5 Rhythms® is for anyone who wants to dance! It's a simple, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing movement practice that anyone can do. No matter your age, size, shape, level of fitness, or experience of dance, you are welcome in this practice.

AN INVITATION.... an opportunity to explore, experiment, experience, expand....through the practice of 5 Rhythms® dance.

Who? open to all over 16

What time? 2.30 - 5.30 pm

NB: each class builds on themes from the classes before, so committing to all dates if you possibly can is warmly recommended.

Where? The YAMA (Yoga & Movement Arts) Studio, 7 Milnbank Street, Glasgow G31 3AQ

Prices: £18 (full price); £15 (low wage); £12 (concession)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING HOW TO BOOK ON A CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL ME:

angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

(Booking is done online. You can also cancel your booking online. There is no drop-in facility)

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is by BACS unless otherwise negotiated with me and is requested by the Thursday before the class. Booking instructions give full details on amounts and how to pay. Please contact me if you have any problems with booking or payment.

SAFETY
Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, or have symptoms of Covid or any other serious infectious illness. Thank you.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• If you have to cancel, please do so as soon as you can, so your place can go to another dancer

• if I cancel the class for any reason, all payments will be refunded

• in all other circumstances, payments are non-refundable, subject to my absolute discretion

To book on any of my Glasgow classes or workshops, or for further information, email angela@dancesweetfreedom.co.uk

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DreamDancers
Aug
31

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

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BioDanza - Flock of Birds: Air and Possibility
Aug
29
to 30 Aug

BioDanza - Flock of Birds: Air and Possibility

Move, Express, Love, Live!
Biodanza
with Catherine

Immerse in a Biodanza workshop for a nourishing experience to allow the body to move, express, and connect deeply.

We practice movement in presence with yourself, with other members, the whole group and the cosmos! Research has demonstrated that Biodanza is effective in reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. 

We practice movement in an accepting, inclusive and non-judgmental, safe space.

We dance in bare feet (or indoor dance shoes) and comfy clothes. 

2 Hour workshops are £15 and day workshops are £55 (£45 for early bird booking rate).

‘Pay it Forward’ rate is when you pay and contribute to another. You can donate an additional £5 (or more) to support those members of our community who need a reduced rate. 

Contact me if you would love to come and a concession would make it possible. 

For further information about the details of workshops contact: BiodanzaCatherine@gmail.com 

Warmly welcoming you to the beautiful Yama space 

Catherine

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DreamDancers
Aug
24

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

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TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook
Aug
22

TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook

What is Tension & Trauma Release Exercise:

A self-help, cost-effective, healing tool that enables you:

  • to reconnect with the natural, involuntary tremors or releases in your body that let go of stress and tension

  • to heal stress-related symptoms

  • to regulate your nervous system

  • to self-regulate & be more embodied

Who can come?  Anyone

  • unless you have a serious mental or physical illness

  • who wants to release tension, stress, anxiety, pain, depression and other symptoms

  • who wants to become trauma-informed

  • who wants to be a TRE® Provider

Come along

  • Learn to shake and/or go deeper

  • Start to befriend your nervous system

  • Learn about trauma as relates to TRE® and polyvagal theory etc.

  • Learn self-regulation & grounding

  • Practice embodiment

  • Answers to TRE® questions

  • Small group of max of 8 people

Testimonials

Your entire workshop presentation was fantastic and exceeded my expectations. Thank you.”

'Great clarity, alive, great holding, practical approach brings safety – good team’

‘Mixed, varied, dynamic, alive and kicking. A good combo of experiential and theory. Challenging, provocative and playful.’

“ It was f**g transformational”

“This was a brilliant ……. and I learned a lot (more) about myself”

Cost: £25

Time: 10.00-11.30

Dates: Saturday Sept 27th 

Saturday 25th Oct

Sunday 30th Nov

Saturday 28th March 26

Saturday 25th April

Book beforehand: email vicki@trescotland.com

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DreamDancers
Aug
17

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

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BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall
Aug
15

BISO - Body in Soul with Beth McDougall

BISO - Body in Soul
with Beth McDougall

BISO is a simple, soul infused embodiment journey.  

BISO is essentially a movement path. A rich landscape of several practices and traditions including conscious movement, meditation, shamanism, Bodyspirit – the intelligence of the living anatomy, therapeutic modalities and the arts.

There are six movement portals to enter – Midline, Acceptance, Release, Ground, Rising & Falling and Centre, emotional maps to follow, invitations and enquiries through the moving body to listen to. We work with the FABRR’s Method: focus, breath, rhythm, movement, space and time. 

The BISO map includes the body and all the systems that run through it - emotional, mental, imaginal + energetic and adds embodiment, dance, music and community to tap into and remind ourselves and each other of the gift of being alive…

The only ingredients you need during these sessions is to arrive with curiosity and give your body permission to move however it wants to move. There are chairs to sit and move on during the session, so please feel welcome whatever your energy levels or mobility.


Cost (sliding scale): GENEROSITY £18 | FAIR £15 | SUPPORTED £12. Please choose what is right for your financial situation. Payment is by BACS, details in booking confirmation email.

Online Booking: To book your place click here

For more information, dates and read some reviews - visit my website or feel free to get in touch - email me here

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DreamDancers
Aug
10

DreamDancers

DreamDancers meet every Monday evening from 6.30-8pm.

Hello everyone, I am Susan and I wanted to tell you a bit about what we do on a Monday Evening so you can feel more comfortable to join.

I open for 6 o’clock to give you time on arrival to enjoy a tea and chocolate maybe even a chat with another, of course you can also go straight to the dance room and spend time moving and warming your body up or just resting….. we start around 6.30 and gather together in a sitting circle. Usually I will talk a bit about what we will do in class and why we do it, after whcih the circle is opened for your sharing. From there we move into the dance.

I lead the dance and offer a journey which you can follow to experience the theme of the evening….. I encourage you to bring all of you to this evening, how ever you are. We will dance alone, we will dance together, we will process and remember to experience ourselves in all our colours and conditions .

Just showing up is the first step in this process, not just when you feel good but to honour your condition and move your energy into a shape that is more inline with who you are becoming. Shaking off what no longer serves and inviting in a new way.

This is a safe place with a community of beautiful souls who would love you to join them. Look forward to seeing you sometime soon.

Book Class

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Sound Bath with Lara
Aug
9

Sound Bath with Lara

 

 

Sound Bath

With Lara & Toni

 

What to Expect

I very much remember my first sound bath. It felt like nothing I had experienced before. I was drifting in and out, taken by the sound waves. Two hours felt like a split second. That was when I knew that this was a modality I wanted to work with.

As I kept going back into these spaces, I realised that my experience was different each time. I understood that sound amplified what needed to be witnessed. All I could do is to deeply listen and meet what was arising with presence.

That’s what is so powerful about sound. It doesn’t need words. It is a force pointing you towards the direction of the journey, and we make of it what we need.

I’ve had very visceral experiences, ones where I fell asleep, others where I was transported into an altered state, and some where I was stuck in the mind. I learnt to observe my experience, in a new way. 

We will start with mindfulness practices to help you drop into the sound session. This includes movement, mindful meditation, breathwork, vocal activation, and more.

During the sound bath, the more comfortable you are, the better. You’ll lie down comfortably, on a yoga mat with blankets and pillows, and these are provided for you. However, it is always so recommended that you make it even more comfortable. I know many people bring with them a sleeping bag for comfort.

Your presence and openness to receive is all that is required.

The Benefits of Sound & What Science Says

In the spaces we curate, the invitation is to go beyond hearing and into deep listening, to feel sound through the body and notice how the body responds to vibration.

Research suggests that certain types of sound, particularly slow rhythms and deep frequencies, can shift the body into a calmer physiological state. These sounds can help lower cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone, while encouraging the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. As the nervous system settles, many people experience a sense of relaxation, emotional ease, and reduced perception of pain. In a world that constantly asks us to stay alert and productive, creating space for this kind of deep rest and nourishment becomes essential.

Sound also interacts directly with the nervous system through the vagus nerve. This long nerve runs from the brain through the body and plays a role in regulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the system responsible for the body’s “rest and digest” response) When this system is activated, the body begins to slow down: heart rate softens, breathing deepens, and the system moves toward restoration.

The vagus nerve can be gently stimulated through vibration and sound, particularly through the ears and vocal pathways. Practices such as humming, singing, or simply listening to resonant tones and instruments can support this process.

Sound can also stimulate. Through a field called cymatics, we see that sound vibrations can organise matter into patterns. While science is still exploring how this translates inside the body, it reminds us that vibration can influence structure.

Sound doesn’t just reach the ear. It travels through the body as mechanical vibration, influencing tissues, fluids, and the nervous system. In my humble opinion, that is why many people report visceral or thought pattern responses to sound.

This is one of the principles behind a sound bath. Through immersive vibrations and tones, the body is given the conditions to settle, regulate, and enter a state of deep rest where restoration can naturally occur.

Instruments Used

We will use a variety of acoustic instruments, each chosen for its unique resonance and energetic effect. These include:

• Crystal Singing Bowls & Hand-hammered Sound Bowls, using different tonal combinations to trigger states of deep relaxation, insights, or altered states of consciousness.

• Gong, an ancient, large, metal percussion instrument (usually bronze or brass) that produces deep, resonant tones and complex, layered overtones when struck

• Chimes, Light, airy sounds that bring a sense of clarity and upliftment.

• Drums and Shakers, Rhythmic grounding instruments used to create pulse and movement.

• Other Divine Intruments

• Voice, Intuitive vocal work to open space and deepen emotional connection.

Tension & Release

At the heart of the sound work is the principle of tension and release. It is a natural rhythm present in both music and the human experience. Through these built-upmoments, we allow the body to meet and feel areas of held tension. Then, I gradually shift into softness, stillness, and openness, giving you space to let go and integrate.

This cycle mirrors the way we move through emotions, stress, and healing: pressure, awareness, release, and restoration. By working with these patterns, sound can become a powerful ally in emotional processing and nervous system regulation.

Meet Your Facilitators

I am so excited to begin this journey of co-creation with my soul friend, Toni. We both speak the same language, and I know that, when you attend our sessions, you will feel it too.

Lara Wehbe

Lara offers somatic therapy and coaching, and integrates various trauma-informed modalities into her work. Her approach is influenced by Pauline Olivero’s work on deep listening, and focuses on principles of presence, openness, and curiosity in the body as we experience the sound field around us and within us. She grounds her work in somatic approaches, such as somatic meditations, vocal toning and deep listening exercises, or even body- based awareness and self-massage working with the nervous system.

Toni Falconer

Toni’s work integrates yoga, somatic practice and sound as pathways to cultivate connection and embodied presence. Their approach is influenced by Buddhist and compassion-based practices, with a particular interest in exploring awareness through mindful movement and listening. Having spent time studying and practising in Nepal, Toni’s teaching is grounded in contemplative traditions while also drawing on modern, trauma-informed somatic approaches, creating spaces that support nervous system regulation, curiosity and gentle self-inquiry.

What To Bring

You can just arrive as you are. But the more comfortable you are, the deeper your experience:

- Extra covers, layers, or even a sleeping bag (optional but yummy)

- Water Bottle

- Comfortable Clothing

- Your openness, curiosity, and presence

Value: £30

To book, follow the link below

https://alkemycoaching.as.me/soundbath

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TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook
Aug
9

TRE (Trauma and Tension Release Exercises) with Vicki Cook

What is Tension & Trauma Release Exercise:

A self-help, cost-effective, healing tool that enables you:

  • to reconnect with the natural, involuntary tremors or releases in your body that let go of stress and tension

  • to heal stress-related symptoms

  • to regulate your nervous system

  • to self-regulate & be more embodied

Who can come?  Anyone

  • unless you have a serious mental or physical illness

  • who wants to release tension, stress, anxiety, pain, depression and other symptoms

  • who wants to become trauma-informed

  • who wants to be a TRE® Provider

Come along

  • Learn to shake and/or go deeper

  • Start to befriend your nervous system

  • Learn about trauma as relates to TRE® and polyvagal theory etc.

  • Learn self-regulation & grounding

  • Practice embodiment

  • Answers to TRE® questions

  • Small group of max of 8 people

Testimonials

Your entire workshop presentation was fantastic and exceeded my expectations. Thank you.”

'Great clarity, alive, great holding, practical approach brings safety – good team’

‘Mixed, varied, dynamic, alive and kicking. A good combo of experiential and theory. Challenging, provocative and playful.’

“ It was f**g transformational”

“This was a brilliant ……. and I learned a lot (more) about myself”

Cost: £25

Time: 10.00-11.30

Dates: Saturday Sept 27th 

Saturday 25th Oct

Sunday 30th Nov

Saturday 28th March 26

Saturday 25th April

Book beforehand: email vicki@trescotland.com

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Summer Dancing with Susan
Aug
1

Summer Dancing with Susan

I am delighted to be offering this Saturday Afternoon Space for July and August only.

I will introduce you to Movement Medicine which is a type of active meditation and conscious dance practice. It was created by Ya'Acov and Susannah Darling Khan. It combines the freedom of free-form dancing with shamanic wisdom and modern science. You use your body's movements to express feelings, relieve stress, and feel more connected to yourself and nature.

Key Principles

Movement Medicine is designed to help you let go of thinking too much and get into your body.

  • No Rules: There is no "right way" to dance or move.

  • Embodiment: You focus purely on how your body feels in the present moment.

  • Integration: The goal is to bring the energy and freedom of the dance into your everyday life. 

What Happens in a Class

A typical session is a mix of music, breathwork, and free movement. 

  • Warm-up: Gentle movements to help you relax and notice your body.

  • The Wave: A journey through different types of music and movement styles (from slow and gentle to wild and high-energy).

  • Cool-down: Quiet time to sit, stretch, or lie down to process your experience. 

Benefits of the Practice

Many people use this practice for physical and emotional wellness. 

  • Emotional Release: It helps you process tough emotions like grief or anger.

  • Physical Health: It builds strength, balance, and flexibility.

  • Stress Relief: The rhythmic movement calms your brain and nervous system.

  • Community: You practice in a group, which helps build social connection. 

I look forward to seeing you soon. Susan X You can book here

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