Whirling for Divine Connection

About this course
The meditative dance of whirling is something that can come to us naturally, instinctively, and spontaneously — if we tap into the turn — the motion is already within us. Join longtime whirler Zia Nath in this course that covers everything you need to know to try this sacred dance, from the practical movements to the historical context to the deeply spiritual aspects of this meditative movement. If you can walk, you can whirl.
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9 Sessions
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Course Introduction
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1. The Axis of Our SpineAll forces of creation have a design that creates a circular pattern, and that same force is within us.24 mins
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2. Fulcrums of StillnessIn whirling, we are working with the balance of two opposing forces: stillness and motion.22 mins
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3. The Center and the PeripheryWhen we find a center to focus on, we sharpen our reflexes, settle our restlessness, and develop deep presence.26 mins
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4. The Inner CompassThe hara, a Japanese term for the belly, is our center of gravity, stable field of presence, and inner compass.25 mins
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5. Where Your Eyes Go, Your Mind FollowsExplore how movement and emotion are connected.
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6. Concentric CirclesWhirling mirrors the sacred geometry found in nature, like the universal symbol of the mandala.31 mins
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7. Advanced Whirling TechniquesPractice a variety of feet patterns that can be used in whirling, all of which offer a different inner feeling.23 mins
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8. Nothingness: The Origin of All That IsWhen we enter into the practice of sacred surrender, the result is nothing-ness — and that is bliss.23 mins
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9. To Be Whirled by a SkirtThe whirling skirt is more than a pretty prop; it's actually a teacher.30 mins