Self-Care Through Dance
Self-care can through dance is a wonderful method of self-expression, empowerment, a way to connect with your mind and body, reclaim space, and even build confidence. For many trauma survivors, dance can also be about letting out feelings and energies. Join the OSVRSE and performer Zoe Dalakas on November 17 from 6-7:30 p.m. for a new, fun and active way to engage in self-care by learning a simple burlesque routine via zoom. This class is free and open to all folx (no previous experience required).
Outline of event: Introduction, warm up, learn choreography, go through dance movements a few times, cool-down and check in at the end. *There will also be time at the end for participants to run-through the full routine and film yourself (on your own phone/device) if you want to. No other participants will be recorded!
Reserve your ticket here https://mcgill.ca/x/4VN
What to wear: anything you feel comfortable in and that makes you feel good. Preferably something you can move in, dance clothes/costumes are welcome!
Accessibility: Folx with mobility issues can dance from their chairs or other seated positions. Closed captioning will also available. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs that we can work to accommodate by emailing osvrse [at] mcgill.ca. There will be an active listener available via direct message for this event. This is a zoom event, but there is no pressure to have your camera on if you don’t feel comfortable while learning or finishing the routine.
Zoe Dalakas (she/her) is a burlesque performer and teacher at DG 77 Studio.
Background: The Office for Sexual Violence Response, Support and Education (OSVRSE) provides support for all members of the McGill community who have been impacted by sexual violence and works to foster a culture of consent on campus and beyond. If you've been impacted by sexual violence, whether it be sexual harassment or assault, gender-based or intimate partner violence, or cyberviolence, know that you are not alone. The OSVRSE is here for you. Visit our website for a full list of support resources: www.mcgill.ca/osvrse
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