Developed in the 1890s, the Alexander Technique is a movement technique that helps people improve their posture and movement by teaching them to become more aware of their bodies. It also helps people recognize and change habits that cause tension, teaching them to move more efficiently and with less effort.

The energetic body is a subtle energy system that runs through the body, influencing how we feel and function. It is made up of energy pathways, or chakras. It is shaped by breath, movement, feeling, emotion and intelligence. When balanced, it can increase vitality, stamina and the ability to relax.

en·the·o·gen
Noun— a chemical substance, typically of plant or fungal origin, that is ingested to produce a non-ordinary state of consciousness for religious and/or spiritual purposes.

Origin— 1970s: from Greek, literally ‘becoming divine within’; coined by an informal committee studying the inebriants of shamans.

Kabuki is a traditional Japanese theatrical performance that combines dance, drama and music. It dates back to the early 17th Century and is said to be one of Japan’s great performing arts.

A kingdom is a taxonomic system used to classify organisms into groups based on shared characteristics. Other taxonomic ranks include phylum, class, family, genus, and species. 

The Linklater voice technique is a series of step-by-step practical exercises that include relaxation, awareness of breath and the experience of voice vibrating in the body. The purpose being to help actors use their natural voices. It’s a holistic approach that combines art, science and imagery.

Noh Theater is a traditional Japanese dance-drama that combines acting, music and dance. It is a physical theater that emphasizes Zen Buddhist aesthetics. Performed since the 14th Century, Noh is the oldest major theater art still performed today.

Qi Gong is a Chinese practice that combines movement, breath and meditation. It uses gentle, flowing movements to improve balance and muscle strength in concert with slow, deep breathing to optimize energy in the body along with mental focus and visualization to regulate the mind.

sac·ra·ment
Noun— a thing of mysterious and sacred significance: a religious symbol. A religious rite that is held to be a means of divine grace or to be a sign or symbol of a spiritual realty.

The subtle body is a concept from ancient Indian philosophy that refers to the mind, ego, memories, unconscious and subconscious aspects of a person. It’s also known as “body made of mind."

In Tibetan Buddhism, the subtle body connects the mind and body, and is home to emotions that influence both.

The Suzuki Method is a physical and vocal training designed to develop an increased awareness of the body’s capabilities and it’s relationship to space. It draws from traditional Japanese and Greek theater, martial arts and dance allowing the whole body to “speak” even in silence.

Often described as “meditation in motion,” Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art that involves gentle movement, meditation and controlled breathing.