A healthy mind and a healthy body leads to a happy life! We host a variety of classes and workshops here at the Dance Palace to help you achieve your personal health and fitness goals. Come join us to calm your mind with meditation and yoga, or play a friendly game of ping pong and exercise while having fun. We hold health and fitness classes every week for all ages. Come see what we have to offer!
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January 2019
Aikido
Aikido is a non-aggressive form of self-defense that emphasizes the control of the self as the path to control of a situation. Wear loose clothing or martial arts gi. Cost $5 mat fee per session. Sensei is Bruce Fox, Godan in Seidokan Aikido. Ongoing Tuesdays, 5:30pm - 6:45pm Location: Main
Find out more »Seated ZUMBA for Seniors
Dance in your chair then stay for Community Lunch! Walk in and sign-up for Seated ZUMBA. Call West Marin Senior Services at 415-663-8148 to make your lunch reservation. Donations accepted. Lcoation: Church
Find out more »Gentle Yoga with Elizabeth Barnet
This gentle yoga class is especially for older men and women as well as those who need a slower pace. We move from restful, supported postures to gentle warm-up movements to classical yoga postures. Each individual builds upon his/her strength, flexibility, and balance, giving careful attention to breathing and postural alignment. Instructor: Elizabeth Barnet 669-1291, elizabeth.c.barnet@gmail.com Fridays 10:45 a.m.–Noon, ongoing $70 for 5 classes (non-consecutive), or $16 drop-ins Location: Main Hall
Find out more »Friday Pilates with Lauren LaRocca
Friday Pilates with Lauren LaRocca Join us for an invigorating Friday morning mat class in the Church Space. This class focuses on Pilates breathing, core strength, muscle toning and stretching. Gain flexibility and joint mobility and improve your balance and posture. All levels welcome. Fridays / 11am-12pm/ $88 for eight week session- $16 for drop-in. Instructor: Lauren LaRocca, laroccapilates@gmail.com, (415) 663-9135 Location: Church
Find out more »DanceChurch
DANCECHURCH WHAT: Free-style community dance for all ages. Come as you are. Dance as you like. BENEFITS: Stress release, exercise, enjoyment, creative expression, welcoming community. WHEN: Sundays 10:30am-12pm. For holiday/no dance dates, visit https://www.facebook.com/DanceChurch.TairaRestar/ WHO: Everyone welcome. No dance experience or partner needed. COST: $15 adult. Pay at door. Children free. MUSIC: Eclectic playlists. FACILITATORS: Alissa Carr, Eleanor Lyman, Theresa Elaine Prince, Taira Restar. For facilitator schedule, visit https://www.facebook.com/DanceChurch.TairaRestar/ Location: Church
Find out more »Ping Pong at the Dance Palace
Table tennis is a great aerobic sport for all ages! Enjoy doubles ping-ping with the occasional game using "the other hand." Mondays, ongoing, 7:00-9:00pm. Donations accepted. Location: Main
Find out more »Tuesday Morning Pilates With Audrey Piper
Tuesday Morning Pilates with Audrey Piper Elevate your well-being through mindful movement. Increase body awareness, build core strength and improve your stamina. This class moves at a deliberate pace and is best suited to those who have Pilates experience. Come Enjoy Pilates! Instructor: Audrey Piper, audrey@enjoy-pilates.com, (415) 755-5723, Tuesdays, 8 - 9AM / $88 per 8-week session / $16 drop-in Location: Main Hall
Find out more »Gentle Pilates with Lauren LaRocca
Gentle Pilates with Lauren Tuesdays 9:30 am to 10:30 am $16 drop-in/$130 for 10 sessions/$70 for 5 sessions Join us for Gentle Pilates Tuesday mornings in the Church Space. This seated and standing class focuses on Pilates breathing, core strength, muscle toning and stretching. Gain flexibility and joint mobility and improve your balance and posture. Instructor: Lauren LaRocca, laroccapilates@gmail.com, (415) 663-9135 LOCATION: CHURCH
Find out more »July 2019
Gentle Pilates with Lauren LaRocca
Gentle Pilates with Lauren Tuesdays 9:30 am to 10:30 am $16 drop-in/$130 for 10 sessions/$70 for 5 sessions Join us for Gentle Pilates Tuesday mornings in the Church Space. This seated and standing class focuses on Pilates breathing, core strength, muscle toning and stretching. Gain flexibility and joint mobility and improve your balance and posture. Instructor: Lauren LaRocca, laroccapilates@gmail.com, (415) 663-9135 NOTE: July 2, 9 and 16 will be in the Main Hall LOCATION: Main
Find out more »Sunday Dance
Details to come...Location: Church
Find out more »September 2019
Pilates
Elevate your well-being through mindful movement. Increase body awareness, build core strength and improve your stamina. This class moves at a deliberate pace and is best suited to those who have Pilates experience. This session taught by Lorraine Fisher-Smith: fish.lorraine@gmail.com
Find out more »Aikido for Kids
Aikido is the only martial art that seeks to resolve conflict without harming the attacker. Children find that Aikido helps them learn to get along, build self-confidence, develop focus, good manners, and calmness. Training develops physical coordination and balance as children run, roll, jump, and fall. Ruth Lopez is the children's Aikido Program Director at Aikido of Marin. Contact Ruth to register for for more information. (415) 663-8801. Class size limited to 12. Aikido for ages 7 to 12, Tuesdays…
Find out more »Aikido for Kids 2019-2020
Aikido is the only martial art that seeks to resolve conflict without harming the attacker. Children find that Aikido helps them learn to get along, build self-confidence, develop focus, good manners, and calmness. Training develops physical coordination and balance as children run, roll, jump, and fall. Ruth Lopez is the children's Aikido Program Director at Aikido of Marin. Contact Ruth to register for for more information. (415) 663-8801. Class size limited to 12. November 11th class held in Church Space. All…
Find out more »Adult Aikido with Ruth Lopez
Ruth Lopez has been teaching children aikido for many years and is now offering an introductory adult aikido course that will explore aikido techniques, aikido principles, and the aikido perspective. There are numerous martial arts available to anyone interested in self defense. What happens though, when an attacker is someone you know and love, but is perhaps experiencing a break with reality? You'd still need to protect yourself, but you'd also want to protect the attacker and bring them back…
Find out more »Ping Pong at the Dance Palace
Table tennis is a great aerobic sport for all ages! Enjoy doubles ping-ping with the occasional game using "the other hand." Free program, sponsored by the Dance Palace. Mondays, ongoing, 7:00-9:00pm. Donations to the Dance Palace accepted.
Find out more »October 2019
Aikido with Bruce Fox
Aikido is a non-aggressive form of self-defense that emphasizes the control of the self as the path to control of a situation. Wear loose clothing or martial arts gi. Cost $5 mat fee per session. Sensei is Bruce Fox, Godan in Seidokan Aikido. Ongoing Tuesdays, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Find out more »Yoga with Elizabeth Barnet
Elizabeth’s classes include: gentle warm-ups that help integrate body and breath; flow yoga that elicits the fluid nature of movement; Iyengar training that offers precise and exacting instruction for careful alignment; and restorative poses for rejuvenation and rest. Instructor: Elizabeth Barnet Fridays ongoing, 9–10:30 AM $70 for 5 classes (non-consecutive) or $16 drop-in Location: Main Hall
Find out more »Flu Immunization Clinic 2019
FREE flu clinic. Get your shot at any one of the following Flu Clinics. Vaccinations provided by Marin County Health & Human Services, Dominican University Nursing Department, Kaiser & Coastal Health Alliance. Location: Church
Find out more »November 2019
Bhakti Nova Collective presents: Yogini’s Path, Honoring the Feminine
Bhakti Nova Collective presents: Yogini's Path, honoring the feminine. Honoring the divine mother via song, yoga,prayer, praise and community. From 12noon to 4pm. Optional hike before the Yoga. For more information email Nubia at: nubiayoga@gmail.com Location: Main Hall
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December 2019
Yoga with Elizabeth Barnet
Elizabeth’s classes include: gentle warm-ups that help integrate body and breath; flow yoga that elicits the fluid nature of movement; Iyengar training that offers precise and exacting instruction for careful alignment; and restorative poses for rejuvenation and rest. Instructor: Elizabeth Barnet, 669-1291, elizabeth.c.barnet@gmail.com Fridays ongoing, 9–10:30 AM / $70 for 5 classes (non-consecutive) or $16 drop-in Location: Main
Find out more »Floating Island Sangha
We begin with a 40 minute silent meditation, followed by a Dharma talk and discussion. Meditating together and sharing the teachings of compassion and wisdom, we encourage one another lives. Everyone is welcome. No prior experience with meditation is necessary. Led by Buddhist priests Stuart and Carrie Kutchins. For more information please call: 415 669 1733. By donation. Mondays 8:00am-9:00am, ongoing Location: Church
Find out more »Floating Island Sangha
We begin with a 40 minute silent meditation, followed by a Dharma talk and discussion. Meditating together and sharing the teachings of compassion and wisdom, we encourage one another lives. Everyone is welcome. No prior experience with meditation is necessary. Led by Buddhist priests Stuart and Carrie Kutchins. For more information please call: 415 669 1733. By donation. Mondays 8:00am-9:00am, ongoing Location: Church
Find out more »January 2020
Friday Pilates with Lauren LaRocca
Friday Pilates with Lauren LaRoccaJoin us for an invigorating Friday morning mat class in the Church Space. This class focuses on Pilates breathing, core strength, muscle toning and stretching. Gain flexibility and joint mobility and improve your balance and posture. All levels welcome. Fridays / 11am-12pm/ $88 for eight week session- $16 for drop-in. Instructor: Lauren LaRocca, laroccapilates@gmail.com, (415) 663-9135 Location: Church
Find out more »Tuesday Morning Pilates
West Marin bodyworker, yoga and Pilates instructor Lorraine Fisher-Smith guides the early morning Pilates class. Pilates builds a strong core to promote good posture and prevent injury, and this class brings a focus on that strength for its practical application to our daily lives. Along with core, students learn how to isolate lesser-known muscles in exercises for a more well-rounded and balanced strength. Movements are deliberate and intentional, and students will give them the time they need. Lorraine enjoys sharing…
Find out more »Women’s Collaborative Dance
A co-creative music movement experience exploring individual creativity and open-ended improvisational structures. Join us for self-discovery and fun. No dance experience necessary! $20 per month or $7 for drop-ins. Scholarships available. Wednesdays, on-going, 5:30pm - 7:00pm Contact: Theresa Prince (415) 663-1289
Find out more »Thursday Morning Pilates
West Marin bodyworker, yoga and Pilates instructor Lorraine Fisher-Smith guides the early morning Pilates class. Pilates builds a strong core to promote good posture and prevent injury, and this class brings a focus on that strength for its practical application to our daily lives. Along with core, students learn how to isolate lesser-known muscles in exercises for a more well-rounded and balanced strength. Movements are deliberate and intentional, and students will give them the time they need. Lorraine enjoys sharing…
Find out more »Adult Aikido with Ruth Lopez
New Adult Aikido Class Ruth Lopez has been teaching children aikido for many years and is now offering an introductory adult aikido course that will explore aikido techniques, aikido principles, and the aikido perspective. There are numerous martial arts available to anyone interested in self defense. What happens though, when an attacker is someone you know and love, but is perhaps experiencing a break with reality? You'd still need to protect yourself, but you'd also want to protect the attacker…
Find out more »Yoga & Parent Storytime – presented by Marin County Free Library
Join us for a morning of yoga, balance, and meditation for the smallest yogis. Katie Jay--local, seasoned yoga instructor--will lead us through parent and child yoga. All parents and caregivers are encouraged to come with babies to preschoolers.
Find out more »February 2020
Contact Jam
WEST MARIN CONTACT JAMSundays from 11:00 – 1:30pm February 23, March 29, April 26, May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30, September 27, October 25, November 29. Contact Dance Improvisation is a dance form that explores one's body in relationship to others by using the fundamentals of sharing weight, touch, and movement awareness to respond to our partners and surroundings. The Point Reyes Contact Jam invites participants to explore these principles in a beautiful space with welcoming dancers. If…
Find out more »April 2020
NEW-ONLINE Zoom Zumba with Gina Tanner – via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Our first online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 4/23, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: The Dance Palace Community Center The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if…
Find out more »NEW-ONLINE Zoom Zumba with Gina Tanner – via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 4/30, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Shoreline Acres Preschool The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if this is not possible…
Find out more »May 2020
ONLINE Zoom Zumba with Gina Tanner – via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 5/07, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Point Reyes National Seashore Association The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if this is…
Find out more »ONLINE Zoom Zumba with Gina Tanner – via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 5/14, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Artists in the Schools The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if this is not…
Find out more »ONLINE – Zoom Zumba with Gina Tanner – via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Our first online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 5/21, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: West Marin-Inverness School PTSA The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if this…
Find out more »ONLINE Zoom Zumba with Gina Tanner – via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Our first online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 5/28, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Tomales Bay Youth Center The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if this…
Find out more »June 2020
Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 6/4, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Inverness Garden Club Scholarship Fund The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if this is not…
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 6/11, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Papermill Creek Children’s Corner The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if this is not…
Find out more »July 2020
Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 06/25, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Black Lives Matter The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if this is not possible…
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 07/09, from 6:00-7:00 pm. ***This week's Zoom Zumba class will have two guest instructors joining us: Tara Costello is our Miller Creek Education Association union president, special education teacher, and Carnaval dancer and Susan Krumbein is a middle school parent, licensed Zumba instructor, and a Carnaval dancer too. This should be a blast!!! I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted.…
Find out more »CANCELLED THIS WEEK – Zumba with Gina Tanner –
Cancelled for this week - join Gina next week!
Find out more »Monday Morning Yoga with Ellen Serber – ONLINE via Zoom
Check in begins at 9:30AM for talk and technological support. Yoga begins at 10AM. Class fees are by donation, donations will be shared with the Dance Palace and West Marin Community Services. Please contact Ellen for the invitation into the class. Serber@mac.com
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 07/16, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. Play Marin The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different amount, or not at all if this is not possible for you right now. …
Find out more »Monday Morning Yoga with Ellen Serber – ONLINE via Zoom
Check in begins at 9:30AM for talk and technological support. Yoga begins at 10AM. Class fees are by donation, donations will be shared with the Dance Palace and West Marin Community Services. Please contact Ellen for the invitation into the class. Serber@mac.com
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 07/30, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Community Land Trust Association of West Marin To learn more about CLAM, click here: CLAM The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate…
Find out more »August 2020
Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 08/06, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: West Marin Community Services The learn more about West Marin Community Services, click here. The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a…
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, 08/13, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: West Marin Fund To learn more about the West Marin Fund, click here. The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate a different…
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Tomales Bay Library Association To learn more about Tomales Bay Library Association, click here: Tomales Bay Library Association The suggested donation is $10. Feel free to donate…
Find out more »September 2020
Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:45 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. Each week I will donate the class profit to a different non-profit organization. This week's non-profit is: Halleck Creek Ranch *Since 1977, Halleck Creek Ranch has helped people with disabilities live a life without barriers through therapeutic horseback riding. To learn even…
Find out more »October 2020
NOTE TIME CHANGE THIS WEEK ONLY – Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: NOTE TIME CHANGE THIS WEEK ONLY: Thursday, from 5:00pm-6:00pm I will open the meeting at 4:50 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. The suggested cost is $10. Feel free to contribute a different amount, or not at all if this is not possible for you right now. There are three ways to pay for class: -By check: Payable…
Find out more »November 2020
Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom SPECIAL THANKSGIVING TIME
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thanksgiving morning, from 10:00am-11:00am. I will be joined by one or two of my amazing fellow Zumba instructor friends. This will be a fundraiser for West Marin Community Services. I will open the meeting at 9:50 am, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. The suggested cost is $10. Feel free to contribute a different amount, or not at all if…
Find out more »December 2020
Hip Hop with Kyle for Kids – NEW CLASS – ONLINE via Zoom
Hip Hop with Kyle NEW CLASS STARTING OCTOBER 7! Welcome to Hip Hop! In this class, Kyle will be teaching the foundation, technique, and approach to Hip Hop dance. Students will learn how to use Hip Hop as both a freestyle and choreographed dance form, while having fun and gaining confidence at the same time. Come learn some moves and grooves, and get down on the dance floor! For ages 8 and up. Wednesdays, 3:30pm - classes will run 45…
Find out more »SPECIAL TIME! Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA! SPECIAL TIME THIS WEEK!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, from 4:00-5:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 3:50 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. The suggested cost is $10. Feel free to contribute a different amount, or not at all if this is not possible for you right now. There are three ways to pay for class: -By check: Payable to…
Find out more »April 2021
ZUMBA with Gina Tanner
ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast and slow rhythms, and resistance training. I absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! I am currently licensed to teach Zumba. Come join me, I guarantee you will have a blast! Got questions, don't hesitate to drop me a message! https://ginatanner.zumba.com/ or mailto:gina.tanner44@gmail.com. $12 drop-in, or purchase a class card of…
Find out more »ZUMBA with Gina Tanner
ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast and slow rhythms, and resistance training. I absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! I am currently licensed to teach Zumba. Come join me, I guarantee you will have a blast! Got questions, don't hesitate to drop me a message! https://ginatanner.zumba.com/ or mailto:gina.tanner44@gmail.com. $12 drop-in, or purchase a class card of…
Find out more »Tai Chi with Ellen Serber
We practice the Tai Chi and Shaolin sets taught by Sifu Kuo Lien Ying. Ellen began studying with Sifu Kuo in 1976 and she has been practicing daily since then. Beginners are welcome but please call to discuss the class before coming. We practice outside the Dance Palace, in the back, unless it is raining, when we come inside.Sundays, 8:30 to 10AM$45 monthlyEllen Serber 415-663-1662
Find out more »June 2021
Zumba with Gina Tanner – ONLINE via Zoom
ZOOM ZUMBA!Online Zumba class via Zoom will be: Thursday, from 6:00-7:00 pm. I will open the meeting at 5:50 pm, so that those of you that haven't used Zoom will have time to get signed in and acquainted. The suggested cost is $10. Feel free to contribute a different amount, or not at all if this is not possible for you right now. There are three ways to pay for class: -By check: Payable to Gina Tanner, PO Box…
Find out more »September 2021
Pilates with Lorraine Fisher-Smith – ONLINE via Zoom
Pilates with Lorraine Fisher-SmithTuesdays & Thursdays, 9AM Zoom sign-in begins at 8:45AM. Pilates begins at 9AM.Drop-in fees (sliding scale of $12-16/class).Please email Lorraine at fish.lorraine@gmail.com to let her know you are interested, to arrange payment, and so that she can invite you to the class.
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner – IN PERSON & Outside at the Dance Palace!
Gina Tanner’s ZUMBA In Person & Outside at the Dance Palace starts July 1! ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast and slow rhythms, and resistance training. I absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! I am currently licensed to teach Zumba. Come join me, I guarantee you will have a blast! Got questions? Don't hesitate to email…
Find out more »Floating Island Sangha led by Carrie & Stuart Kutchins – ONLINE via Zoom
Floating Island Sangha led by Carrie & Stuart Kutchins Mondays at 8:30am Silent meditation followed by discussion (via Zoom). Please email Carrie at carrieninen@att.net for information. Donations are appreciated.
Find out more »Floating Island Sangha led by Carrie & Stuart Kutchins – ONLINE via Zoom
Floating Island Sangha led by Carrie & Stuart Kutchins Mondays at 8:30am Silent meditation followed by discussion (via Zoom). Please email Carrie at carrieninen@att.net for information. Donations are appreciated.
Find out more »October 2021
Aikido for Kids with Ruth Lopez – Session 1 – IN PERSON
Aikido is the only martial art that seeks to resolve conflict without harming the attacker. Children find that aikido helps them learn to get along, build self-confidence, develop focus, good manners, and calmness. Training developed physical coordination and balance. Tuesdays, 4-5pm, class for ages 7 and up. Class size is limited to ensure social distancing. Masks required as a form of self defense; masks are how we defend ourselves, and protect others, from the coronavirus. Contact Ruth Lopez to register,…
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner & Chrissy Costello – CXL’D TONIGHT (RAIN)
IN PERSON AT THE DANCE PALACE ZUMBA with Gina Tanner and Chrissy Costello ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast & slow rhythms, and resistance training. We absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! We are currently licensed to teach Zumba. Come join us! We guarantee you will have a blast! If you have questions, don't hesitate to…
Find out more »December 2021
Aikido for Kids with Ruth Lopez – Session 2 – IN PERSON
Aikido is the only martial art that seeks to resolve conflict without harming the attacker. Children find that aikido helps them learn to get along, build self-confidence, develop focus, good manners, and calmness. Training developed physical coordination and balance. Tuesdays, 4-5pm, class for ages 7 and up. Class size is limited to ensure social distancing. Masks required as a form of self defense; masks are how we defend ourselves, and protect others, from the coronavirus. Contact Ruth Lopez to register,…
Find out more »Deep Hatha Flow Yoga with Trishna Horvath – IN PERSON
**Masks are required indoors regardless of vaccination status, per Dance Palace policy. Classes are not available for drop-in attendance at this time.** Fall Session - Thursdays, 5:30-7:00p.m.Five classes: Nov. 4, 11 & 18 and Dec. 2 & 9. Mixed level yoga class with emphasis on breath and awareness. This philosophy based practice includes a fluid sun salutation, asana practice offered with gradations of challenge, pranayama, mantra, and meditation.CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP! Registration closes Nov. 4. Drop-ins…
Find out more »Yoga with Ellen Serber – IN PERSON & ONLINE via Zoom
IN PERSON AT THE DANCE PALACE **Masks are required indoors regardless of vaccination status. Contact tracing sign-in sheets are used for all classes and events inside the building.** Stretching and strenghtening the body. Balancing. Gaining range of motion in the joints. Practicing awareness. Joining together, once more, to breathe and let go of stress. Ellen has been teaching since 1970. She was certified in the Iyengar tradition and has also studied for many years with Ramanand Patel. Her years in…
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner & Chrissy Costello – ONLINE via Zoom
ZUMBA with Gina Tanner and Chrissy Costello Online via ZOOM due to mask mandate ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast & slow rhythms, and resistance training. We absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! We are currently licensed to teach Zumba. Come join us! We guarantee you will have a blast! If you have questions, don't hesitate…
Find out more »Yoga with Ellen Serber – ONLINE via Zoom
*CLASS RETURNING TO ONLINE ONLY FOR A FEW WEEKS* Stretching and strengthening the body. Balancing. Gaining range of motion in the joints. Practicing awareness. Joining together, once more, to breathe and let go of stress. Ellen has been teaching since 1970. She was certified in the Iyengar tradition and has also studied for many years with Ramanand Patel. Her years in dance and Tai Chi inform her teaching and practice. Contact serber@mac.com for Zoom link. $40 monthly, $15 drop-in
Find out more »January 2022
New Year’s Day Yoga with Trishna – IN PERSON
**Masks are required indoors regardless of vaccination status, per Dance Palace policy. Class are not available for drop-in; pre-registration and proof of vaccination status is required.** Join Trishna Saturday January 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for a meditative and meaningful Hatha Flow Yoga Practice to welcome 2022. This practice is offered by donation. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.
Find out more »Yoga with Ellen Serber – ONLINE via Zoom
*CLASS RETURNING TO ONLINE ONLY FOR A FEW WEEKS* Stretching and strenghtening the body. Balancing. Gaining range of motion in the joints. Practicing awareness. Joining together, once more, to breathe and let go of stress. Ellen has been teaching since 1970. She was certified in the Iyengar tradition and has also studied for many years with Ramanand Patel. Her years in dance and Tai Chi inform her teaching and practice. Contact serber@mac.com for Zoom link. $40 monthly, $15 drop-in
Find out more »Yoga with Ellen Serber – ONLINE via Zoom
*CLASS RETURNING TO ONLINE ONLY FOR A FEW WEEKS* Stretching and strenghtening the body. Balancing. Gaining range of motion in the joints. Practicing awareness. Joining together, once more, to breathe and let go of stress. Ellen has been teaching since 1970. She was certified in the Iyengar tradition and has also studied for many years with Ramanand Patel. Her years in dance and Tai Chi inform her teaching and practice. Contact serber@mac.com for Zoom link. $40 monthly, $15 drop-in
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner & Chrissy Costello – Online via ZOOM
IN PERSON AT THE DANCE PALACE - OUTDOORS ZUMBA with Gina Tanner and Chrissy Costello ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast & slow rhythms, and resistance training. We absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! We are currently licensed to teach Zumba. Come join us! We guarantee you will have a blast! If you have questions, don't…
Find out more »February 2022
Aikido with Ruth Lopez – Session 3 – IN PERSON
**MASKS ARE REQUIRED, REGARDLESS OF VACCINATION STATUS. DROP-INS ARE NOT ALLOWED FOR CLASSES AT THIS TIME.** Aikido is the only martial art that seeks to resolve conflict without harming the attacker. Children find that aikido helps them learn to get along, build self-confidence, develop focus, good manners, and calmness. Training developed physical coordination and balance. Tuesdays, 4-5pm, class for ages 7 and up. Class size is limited to ensure social distancing. Masks required as a form of self defense; masks…
Find out more »Deep Hatha Flow Yoga with Trishna Horvath – IN PERSON
**MASKS ARE REQUIRED, REGARDLESS OF VACCINATION STATUS. DROP-INS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THIS TIME.** Winter Session - Thursdays, 5:30-7:00p.m.Five classes: January 6, 13, 20, & 27 and February 3 & 10 Mixed level yoga class with emphasis on breath and awareness. This philosophy based practice includes a fluid sun salutation, asana practice offered with gradations of challenge, pranayama, mantra, and meditation. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP! Drop-ins are not possible, but if you sign on for the…
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner & Chrissy Costello – IN PERSON
IN PERSON AT THE DANCE PALACE - Outdoors on the basketball court ZUMBA with Gina Tanner and Chrissy Costello IN PERSON, Outdoors on the basketball court during the mask mandate ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast & slow rhythms, and resistance training. We absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! We are currently licensed to teach Zumba.…
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner & Chrissy Costello – CANCELLED TONIGHT
CANCELLED TONIGHT - 02/24/22 ZUMBA with Gina Tanner and Chrissy Costello IN PERSON ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast & slow rhythms, and resistance training. We absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! We are currently licensed to teach Zumba. Come join us! We guarantee you will have a blast! If you have questions, don't hesitate to…
Find out more »Yoga with Ellen Serber – ONLINE via Zoom
Stretching and strenghtening the body. Balancing. Gaining range of motion in the joints. Practicing awareness. Joining together, once more, to breathe and let go of stress. Ellen has been teaching since 1970. She was certified in the Iyengar tradition and has also studied for many years with Ramanand Patel. Her years in dance and Tai Chi inform her teaching and practice. Contact serber@mac.com for Zoom link. $40 monthly, $15 drop-in
Find out more »March 2022
Day Out of Time Retreat with Alyssa DeCaro – IN PERSON
DAY OUT OF TIME RETREAT Yoga, Hiking & Nature with Alyssa DeCaro Point Reyes Station, CA March 12th, 2022, 9:30am-4pm Enjoy a beautiful day of yoga, meditation, hiking, rhythm and movement in the exquisite setting of Point Reyes, CA. Delicious healthy lunch is included! Alyssa DeCaro is an embodiment coach, group facilitator, yoga teacher, dancer, and musician with 20+ years of experience. She has taught and performed at venues ranging from Esalen Institute to Burning Man to Genentech to the…
Find out more »Mixed Level Iyengar Yoga with Larry Lopez – Online via ZOOM
Mixed-level Iyengar Yoga Class Classes are based on the teachings of B.K.S Iyengar, where alignment and integration of body, mind and breath are brought into harmony. Students should have 3 months of Iyengar Yoga practice to attend. This is a live-streamed class. Larry also teaches intro to Iyengar Yoga courses . Please refer to the website for registration. www.bijayoga.com
Find out more »Aikido for Kids with Ruth Lopez – Session 4 – IN PERSON
Aikido is the only martial art that seeks to resolve conflict without harming the attacker. Children find that aikido helps them learn to get along, build self-confidence, develop focus, good manners, and calmness. Training developed physical coordination and balance. Tuesdays, 4-5pm, class for ages 7 and up. Class size is limited to ensure social distancing. Masks required as a form of self defense; masks are how we defend ourselves, and protect others, from the coronavirus. Contact Ruth Lopez to register,…
Find out more »April 2022
Zumba with Gina Tanner & Chrissy Costello – IN PERSON
IN PERSON AT THE DANCE PALACE ZUMBA with Gina Tanner and Chrissy Costello IN PERSON ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast & slow rhythms, and resistance training. We absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! We are currently licensed to teach Zumba. Come join us! We guarantee you will have a blast! If you have questions, don't…
Find out more »Deep Hatha Flow Yoga with Trishna Horvath – IN PERSON – New day & time!
Deep Hatha Flow Yoga Spring Session - Tuesdays, 6:00pm - 7:30pmEight classes: March 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 and April 5, 12 & 19 Mixed level yoga class with emphasis on breath and awareness.This philosophy based practice includes a fluid sun salutation, asana practice offered with gradations of challenge, pranayama, mantra, and meditation.Click here to sign up for the SPRING SESSION. **Contact tracing will be required upon entry to each class.**
Find out more »Yoga with Elizabeth Barnet – ONLINE via Zoom
Yoga with Elizabeth Barnet - ongoing This class includes flow yoga (vinyasana) as well as focused and sustained poses, including some advanced work. Please sign in at least 5 minutes before start. I will sign in by 8:45am. Recommended props: sticky mat, yoga belt or similar strap, foam or wooden blocks, firm blankets and/or yoga bolster. Elizabeth’s yoga classes will continue online for now, but private sessions or small group sessions can be arranged to supplement the online classes and…
Find out more »May 2022
West Marin Improvisational Contact Jam – IN PERSON
The West Marin Contact Improvisation Jam (WMCIJ)— Every first Sunday of the month from 11am-1:30pm. April through December, 2022. $15-$20. After a period of little play and touch, the WMCJ offers a much needed opportunity to move and reconnect with others while exploring the principles of contact improvisation—shared weight, touch, movement awareness—with ease and curiosity. All kinds of movers are welcome. For more information contact maicafolch@gmail.com or check our FB page – WMCJ West Marin Contact Jam Contact tracing sheets will be required upon entry to…
Find out more »Tai Chi with Ellen Serber – IN PERSON & Outdoors
We practice outside, behind the Dance Palace. Warm-up and practice of Tai Chi set as taught by Sifu Kuo Lien Ying, who certified Ellen to teach in 1978. Shaolin and weapons sets for advanced students. New students are taught individually. Please contact Ellen at serber@mac.com before attending. $45 monthly
Find out more »Yoga with Elizabeth Barnet – ONLINE via Zoom
ONLINE via Zoom Continuing Yoga Classes on Friday Mornings. These classes included gentle warm ups and stretches, standing poses, and some resting poses. The pacing is rhythmic. Focus on strength, stretch, relaxation, and breathing. Basic props needed include sticky mat, firm blankets, a strap, and a bolster if you have one. A wall or chair is also helpful for some poses. (Please let me know if you need these or if you have any questions.)Elizabeth’s yoga classes will continue online…
Find out more »Yoga with Ellen Serber – IN PERSON & Online via ZOOM
**Masks are required indoors regardless of vaccination status. Contact tracing sign-in sheets are used for all classes and events inside the building.** Stretching and strenghtening the body. Balancing. Gaining range of motion in the joints. Practicing awareness. Joining together, once more, to breathe and let go of stress. Ellen has been teaching since 1970. She was certified in the Iyengar tradition and has also studied for many years with Ramanand Patel. Her years in dance and Tai Chi inform her…
Find out more »Aikido for Kids with Ruth Lopez – Session 5 – IN PERSON
Aikido is the only martial art that seeks to resolve conflict without harming the attacker. Children find that aikido helps them learn to get along, build self-confidence, develop focus, good manners, and calmness. Training developed physical coordination and balance. Tuesdays, 4-5pm, class for ages 7 and up. Class size is limited to ensure social distancing. Masks required as a form of self defense; masks are how we defend ourselves, and protect others, from the coronavirus. Contact Ruth Lopez to register,…
Find out more »Aikido with Bruce Fox – IN PERSON
**MASKS ARE REQUIRED, REGARDLESS OF VACCINATION STATUS. DROP-INS ARE NOT ALLOWED FOR CLASSES AT THIS TIME.** Aikido is a non-aggressive form of self-defense that emphasizes the control of the self as the path to control of a situation. Wear loose clothing or martial arts gi. Cost $5 mat fee per session. Sensei is Bruce Fox, Godan in Seidokan Aikido. Ongoing Tuesdays, 5:30pm - 6:45pm For more information, contact Bruce Fox. Contact tracing sheets will be required upon entry to…
Find out more »WCD (Women’s Collaborative Dance) – IN PERSON
WCD(Women’s Collaborative Dance) is a dance group for women who love to dance and explore movement individually and collaboratively.All ages welcome. Meets Wednesdays 5:00pm-6:30pm at the Dance Palace Church. (5:30pm-7:00pm on the following dates: June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, and September 14.) Cost is $25/mo or $8-10drop in(no one turned away for lack of funds). Vaccination required; contact tracing sheet sign-in at each meeting. Come dance with us to an eclectic mix of music; member curated.…
Find out more »Pilates with Lorraine Fisher-Smith – ONLINE via Zoom
West Marin personal trainer, yoga and Pilates instructor Lorraine Fisher-Smith guides a morning Pilates class. Pilates builds a strong core to promote good posture and prevent injury, and this class brings a focus on that strength for its practical application to our daily lives. Along with core, students learn how to isolate lesser-known muscles in exercises for a more well-rounded and balanced strength. Movements are deliberate and intentional, and the pace is moderate. Lorraine enjoys sharing her knowledge of anatomy and understanding…
Find out more »Zumba with Gina Tanner & Chrissy Costello – IN PERSON
IN PERSON AT THE DANCE PALACE ZUMBA with Gina Tanner and Chrissy Costello ZUMBA is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast & slow rhythms, and resistance training. We absolutely love teaching Zumba classes. The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! We are currently licensed to teach Zumba. Come join us! We guarantee you will have a blast! If you have questions, don't hesitate to…
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