All classes are held in person! The Cypress Pillar Virtual Academy is also open! Many of our weekly classes and monthly workshops are now available either as live streaming or recorded video. If you are unable to join us in person, please visit this link to find out how you can study with us virtually. Classes that are currently available for streaming are marked with a **
Bellydance & Sacred Dance
TUESDAYS:
RAQ IT! BELLYDANCE with Karen
(Open Level) @ 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Join Karen and learn the fundamentals of Raqs Sharqi , Egyptian style bellydance with layering for the more advanced dancer. Bellydance is a “do-able” dance form, taught in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Strength in the body and mind and spirit.
Class is $90 for the 6 week session or $20 drop in
Next session starts January * Runs in 6 week sessions
Please email Karen to join this class
WEDNESDAYS:
INTERMED/ADV GC TRIBAL BELLYDANCE with Misha **
(Intermediate/Advanced) @ 6 PM - 7 PM
Leading with Power & Poise
Step into your leadership as a dancer and refine your cueing skills in this empowering class designed for intermediate and advanced Global Caravan bellydancers! Focus on cultivating confidence, strong leadership, and clear cues for both solo and group improvisation. You'll learn how to command the space with your pose and presence, while mastering the art of leading transitions and movements with precision. Perfect for dancers ready to strengthen their group improv skills and elevate their tribal performance!
Next session begins Jan 8 * Class runs in a 6 week session
Class is $95 for the 6 week session / In person or virtually online
Grab your ticket to Misha’s class
SHIMMYBOOM TROUPE @ 7 - 8 PM
(Instructor Permission Only) **
This advanced & performance level class is for troupe members only. Troupe participation requires proficiency in Global Caravan Tribal Bellydance (generally 2-3 years), participation in the ShimmySpark Incubation Troupe and is available by instructor permission only.
THURSDAYS:
SHAKTI IGNIGHTED KUNDALINI DANCE with Celina**
(Open Level) @ 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Are you ready to unleash your inner Shakti and reconnect with your true self? Well, you are invited 8-week immersion into the exciting world of Kundalini Dance! This event will be taking place in-person at Cypress Pillar Healing Arts in Sarasota and ALSO VIRTUALLY - so if you aren't local, you can still join us for this transformative experience! A link will be provided once you are registered.
The 8-week immersion will include:
Week 1 - Shakti Activation & Intro to Kundalini Energy
Week 2 - Root Chakra (Muladhara) - Grounding and Stability
Week 3 - Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana) - Creativity and Sensuality
Week 4 - Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura) - Power and Confidence
Week 5 - Heart Chakra (Anahata) - Love and Compassion
Week 6 - Throat Chakra (Vishuddha) - Communication and Expression
Week 7 - Third Eye Chakra (Ajna) - Intuition and Insight
Week 8 - Crown Chakra (Sahasrara) - Spiritual Connection and Enlightenment
Grab your tickets to Celina’s class
FAIRY FLIGHT BELLYDANCE FLASH MOB with Misha **
(Open Level) @ 7:35 - 8:35 PM
Discover into the enchanting world of faeries and magic with our brand-new Fairy Flight choreography! This 6-week class will immerse you in a light-hearted, airy, yet mysteriously dark dance, perfect for embodying fae creatures of every kind. Learn a captivating fairy-themed bellydance choreography created by Misha, unveiled for the very first time! Enjoy a mix of ethereal and powerful movements that bring the magic of the fae to life as you learn to bellydance. And create a fantastic costume to dance the choreography with Misha at the Crystal Cave in March!
Next session begins Feb 6 * Class runs in a 6 week session
Class is $95 for the 6 week session / In person or virtually online
Opportunity to perform at the Crystal Cave’s annual Spring Event!
Grab your ticket to Misha’s class
** Indicates available virtually
Martial Arts
MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY:
KIDS MARTIAL ARTS with Sensei James @ 5 - 6 PM
A fun and fitness based approach to kids’ martial arts, utilizing principles from Jujutsu and MMA training.
JUJUTSU with Sensei James @ 7:30PM - 9PM
Our Jujutsu program is a traditional mixed martial art encompassing empty hand striking (boxing/kickboxing), throwing, wrestling, and ground fighting.
Ongoing classes
$105 / month for 3 classes each week
WEDNESDAYS:
PANGAI-NOON KARATE with Dr. Brian
@ 6PM - 7:30PM
Pangai-Noon Karate is a traditional Okinawan martial art focusing on empty hand fighting.
THURSDAYS:
OKINAWAN WEAPONS KOBUDO with Dr. Brian @ 6PM - 7:30PM
Pangai-Noon Kobudo is a weapons based martial art utilizing 5 of the traditional Okinawa weapons. This art focus is on the Bo, Nunchaku, Tonfa, Sai and Tekko.
Our martial arts program is extremely diverse and features three nationally renowned instructors. Check out Pangai-Noon Karate or Tai Chi with Dr. Brian, Jujutsu or boxing or weapons with Sensei James, or the all inclusive Gong Fu course with Sensei Drew. No matter what your style, we have a martial art that you will love. (In person classes only)
Ongoing classes with Dr. Brian
$60 monthly / week for one class
$100 monthly / week for two classes
Yoga
SUNDAYS:
SOMATIC YIN YOGA with Ciara
(open level) @ 10:00-11:00 am
Move through slow, mindful movements paired with slow breathing to deepen our connection to our bodies. Ciara will guide you through different poses but will encourage you to listen to your body and move intuitively within each pose. Class will also include different breathing techniques and learn to breathe in a more beneficial way. This slowing down of breath and movement allows us to become more present and hear what our body has been asking of us. Helping to re-teach the way our brain communicates with, and moves our muscles. This style of yoga can be very helpful in releasing trapped energy and emotions, increasing flexibility and mobility, and managing pain and stress. We will be focusing on how the postures FEEL not how they look.
Next Session begins Sept 15 * No class Sept 29
Class is $15 drop in fee
Please register here
Current Weekly Calendar Fall 2024
Meditation & Tai Chi
TUESDAYS:
VIRTUAL TAI CHI with Dr. Brian @ 6 PM - 7 PM **
Tuesdays are for Tai Chi with Dr. Brian! This virtual class is available via Zoom only. We keep it very affordable so that this class is accessible to all. Improve your balance, loosen your joints, and improve flexibility as you relax and breathe. This class, suitable for beginners as well as longtime practitioners, will include an exploration of several different styles of Tai Chi and Qigong. Class includes recordings emailed out to you each week too. Great for beginners or long time Tai Chi practitioners.
$12 drop in / monthly rates available
Tickets to Enjoy Tai Chi online with Dr. Brian
SATURDAYS:
TAI CHI with Dr. Brian @ 10 AM - 11 AM
This class looks at the form and function of the movements within Tai Chi for more clarity and understanding of the art. Each morning begins with a Qigong warmup, to help the body raise Qi (energy), stretch, and get moving. Then we explore different movement forms from the Tai Chi sets. Great for beginners or long time Tai Chi practitioners. (In person class only)
$12 drop in / monthly rates available
Join Dr. Brian’s Saturday Tai Chi Class
SCHEDULE NOTE: As this class takes place on Saturdays, from time to time we have to cancel class for special events.
