… I have found through the years, that this work is a wonderful way of accessing deep parts within us; release the pressures from daily life; expand our awareness of ourselves, those around us and the cosmos we are part of; as well as have a permissive and nourishing space that can allow the healing intelligence within our psyche to emerge from inside rather than directed by the outside. Holotropic Breathwork is a method of using expanded states of awareness for self exploration, healing and pers …

We (Mireya and Rosy) are artists and creative arts therapists living in the Bay Area. What began as a longing to create a freeing arts practice for ourselves became a deep desire to provide an authentically enlivening experience for others. For over a year, we explored the questions, "What kind of conditions would just naturally, organically nurture the creative process in people? And, what kind of structure and container could safely hold and guide a diversity of experiences?" Once we found ans …

… Maybe we are having a terrible day, maybe our life is just about falling apart and we are as far from fine as we have ever been but it was just easier to answer with “fine!” because we did not want to explain it. At Eye Walker Studios: I hold a safe place for you Nobody grades or evaluates you The tea water is always hot The materials are provided The studio is well lit The paint is non toxic The floor is splattered The hugs are free The canvas in front of you is a safe place to answer the quest …

Monthly dream study group (free); ongoing bi-monthly creativity group for artists and non-artists alike. We will embark on a creative journey that integrates music, guided visualization and art making in a fun atmosphere. We’ll use a variety of art media - collage, paint, pastel, found objects; new themes monthly. At the end of each evening, participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences in group. Join us in a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment. Emily Ann Freiman, …

I own a small but fun and quirky Expressive Arts Studio in American Canyon. Aside from social media as a way to get my name and business noticed, I am handing out business cards any chance I can get. What are you doing to build a client base in town? Together, we can brainstorm, share, educate, and even grow our businesses. What is your marketing super power?

This group is for cancer patients and survivors and anyone who desires how to transform a traumatic event into a healing journey.  It's about connecting in community and exploring the essential elements of healing.   Through my own journey with a life-threatening acute leukemia diagnosis, I have experienced first-hand the myriad of complex emotions that are evoked through every phase of this journey, the challenges of navigating the treatment process, and the stress this often places on relation …

Do you like to jog with your headphones on and wish you could sing or do a little dance move while you are running? I do and I secretly do it when no one is watching. Or at least I don't think so. Well, this group is all about coming out of your jogging and singing and jogging and dancing closet... I'll have a set of speakers strapped to my back, my i pod in hand and running shoes on Sunday mornings. This experience will improve your voice projection as the breath is most natural when you run as …

Intuitive Painting classes/workshops utilize painting as a tool for self discovery and spiritual exploration. This is a revolutionary way of unblocking creative potential and facilitating personal transformation. Through the use of spontaneous intuition and the Point Zero method of self questioning, participants find their authentic painting expression. Fears and judgments that have blocked creative energy can be used as the key to unlock the source of your passion and creative potential. Usi …

Presented by the Living Arts Counseling Center No previous theatre experience necessary. Shy people welcome.      - Would you like to feel better about yourself?    - Would you like to improve your relationships with your family, co-workers, or partner?    - Are you lacking the motivation and confidence needed to achieve your dreams? Drama therapy combines theater and therapy to help people move out of rigid roles, express emotions, and discover more satisfying ways of relating to loved ones. At …

… We are not attached to any particular out come. The main intentions of this group are creating community that is conscious, aware, fun, connected, loving, flowing and co-creative.... We feel creativity feeds our aliveness, authenticity and connection to self and other. Creativity supports us emotionally, mentally, spiritually and physically. It helps us move forward in our lives. Following our passions and allowing ourselves to be creative we feel our connection to the universe and our co-creati …

If you are desiring to Express your inner Actor & Improv self, then you have landed in the right spot! With this group you can set your Acting dreams free. Explore the Riveting world of Acting and play freely in the Spontaneous world of Improv! Here, whether you are a beginner or have mucho experience, your personal acting process will grow! Come have fun and play with us!

  Friends of J. Posh Design Studio ..  ( Artist Fusion ) J. Posh Designs is an interior styling, set design and event production firm. Janina uses her personal artistic intuition and creative expressions to accentuate and design the simple elegance, ambiance and appointed balance for all events she produces, including staging luxury homes,corporate lobbies or od=ffices, party and meeting venues to theatrical and film sets.     Artist Fusion is a collaborative effort of talented artists striving …

Jazz * Spoken Word/Poetry * Spirit/Jazz Improv Jam Session Featuring the amazing Mary Watkins, Pianist, Robin Nzingah Smith, Saxophone & Flute, & the Spirit/Jazz Band with Spirit/Jazz Vocalist, Cheri "Note" Anderson! Spirit/Jazz (S/J) merges Jazz vocals and intrumentals with spoken word, poetry, and life-affirming principles that touch the Soul and heal the Heart. Each month, S/J will spotlight musicians and vocalists who bring their own unique “jazzy” message filled with Spirit! Spirit/Jazz is. …

These are my gifts, a sense of calling and life's journey where I've realized the value as well as richness of creatively infusing a lifelong path of apprenticing in healing & ceremonial arts into a passion for dance and movement biomechanics. This group is access for your oppertunities of expierencing Sacred Dance, Healing movement ritual, as well as Yoga offerred with integrity of heart and alighnment. Women who are looking for Sanctuary can come to a Red Tent circle and explore their innate c …

Come and meet other musicians to play some tunes at various music events at Under The Sun Studios, a performing arts center specializing in music and theater in Concord, Ca. This group is open to all ages and skill levels. (Please note, many participants are young student intermediate level performers.) Our group leader, Ron has been teaching music in the area for almost 15 years and will facilitate the meetups, offering advice and constructive criticism for players and groups. These meetups …

Zumba Building Bridges and Community Circles This meetup group includes Zumba Teachers, DJs, Zumba Fans and Community Circles Fans in the San Francisco Bay Area who are building and becoming a part of unique cultural groups centered around Fitness and Music. It is sponsored by Building Bridges, a California non-profit organization that supports music, arts and fitness in our schools and community.  What is Zumba? Zumba a registered trademark of Zumba Fitness LLC.   Zumba teachers train and r …