CAT 683 - Cross Patterning & Bodywork: A Practical Survey of Movement and Body Disciplines

This class explores a wide range of parallels to be found among ancient movement and healing practices from the Orient and Africa, most notably the shared rudiments of cross-patterning in movement and energy disciplines. Specifically, the Chinese martial arts of Kung Fu and T’ai Chi, Indian yogic practices, West African dance movements and bodywork techniques from a variety of sources will be explored.

Credits: 3