(Please register ahead by at least one hour.) Together we will explore human movement through mobilization drills, including new patterns and play, with the intent of becoming a better mover regardless of the situation. Come and feel like a kid again (or still), while rediscovering natural mobility lost through years of disuse, specialization in sport, etc.

It is requested that attendees be comfortable with squatting, kneeling and plow pose. Long pants and clothing without zippers, snaps, or anything that may scratch the hardwood floor is required. Also, consistent attendance helps the instructor and the student.

David's hope is to build a strong community of movers in our hometown; a community who is eager to explore, is passionate about becoming better human animals, and supporting each other in the process.

David Finley is a mixed-movement artist, who has studied and practiced various forms of movement throughout his life. His teaching focuses on proper technique, alignment, and logical progressions to building strength, flexibility and resilience.

More background about David Finley:
The first Russian Kettlebell Certified (RKC) Instructor, Pavel 2001
Assistant instructor at two RKC Certifications
JumpStretch Flexband certification, Dick Hartzell 2003
Certified Natural Trainer, Jon Hinds Monkey Bar Gym 2006
Attendee of two Gymnastic Bodies certifications, Coach Christopher Sommer, 2012 and 2013
RYT-200 from The Yoga Place, Michael Curtis, Canton, Ohio 2012
BY-50, Instructor of Budokon®Yoga Primary Series, Cameron Shayne, Miami, September 2016
Ido Portal’s Creative Movement Tools Workshop, Shai Faran, Miami, June 2017
RYT-200 Prajna Yoga Certification, Tias & Surya Little, offered in conjunction with The Yoga Place/Yoga Central, Canton, Ohio 2017
BY-50, Instructor of Budokon®Yoga Second Series, Cameron Shayne, Miami, September 2017
Ido Portal’s Movement X, John Sapinoso, Zack Finer, Cincinnati, November 2017
Ido Portal’s Motion, John Sapinoso, Liav Baron, Columbus, September 2018

$25 for all 4 classes.

T'ai Chi Ch'uan is literally translated as “supreme ultimate boxing”. The “supreme ultimate” part refers to the Chinese concept of the origin of the universe. Out of the infinite potential of the void arises the dual principles of yin and yang. Yang being the male, warm, forceful, light principle, and Yin being the female, cool, yielding, dark principle. Neither one of these principles is superior to the other, and both are necessary because each contains some of the other. They are two sides of the same coin. The yin-yang symbol is also a symbol of T'ai Chi. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is a harmonious dance of yin and yang sometimes referred to as “meditation in motion”.

T’ai Chi was originally practiced as a martial art emphasizing strength and speed. Through time it has evolved into a gentle form of exercise that can be practiced by people of all ages. It consists of a sequence of movements that are performed slowly, softly and gracefully with smooth, even transitions.

This is a six week series with classes meeting once per week: The cost is $65 per person

T'ai Chi Ch'uan is literally translated as “supreme ultimate boxing”. The “supreme ultimate” part refers to the Chinese concept of the origin of the universe. Out of the infinite potential of the void arises the dual principles of yin and yang. Yang being the male, warm, forceful, light principle, and Yin being the female, cool, yielding, dark principle. Neither one of these principles is superior to the other, and both are necessary because each contains some of the other. They are two sides of the same coin. The yin-yang symbol is also a symbol of T'ai Chi. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is a harmonious dance of yin and yang sometimes referred to as “meditation in motion”.

T’ai Chi was originally practiced as a martial art emphasizing strength and speed. Through time it has evolved into a gentle form of exercise that can be practiced by people of all ages. It consists of a sequence of movements that are performed slowly, softly and gracefully with smooth, even transitions.

This is a six week series with classes meeting once per week: The cost is $65 per person

Qigong (pronounced “chee gung”) is an ancient Chinese method of improving health and enhancing vitality. In this class we will use a variety of gentle exercises to gather, store, cleanse, strengthen and circulate vital energy (Qi). Gentle stretches and strength building movements are part of this practice. Release stress and increase energy as you coordinate breath with movement and intention.

This class meets once a week for 6 weeks.

Tuition: $65