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Why Do Toddlers Toddle?

Dance Without Limits Posted on November 8, 2019 by Dana Ben-YehudaNovember 8, 2019  

Why do toddlers toddle?   Watching my teacher demonstrate what not to do in dance I could see exactly what happens. He moved down the floor, keeping his head weight in the middle, between his two legs. He rocked side … Continue reading →

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Developing Shape: Rebalancing

Dance Without Limits Posted on June 26, 2019 by Dana Ben-YehudaMarch 14, 2021  

Hello my friends, In the early part of this year my focus shifted to developing Shape in dance. I wrote a number of bits and pieces that I’ll chronicle here. Finding treasures as I look through my notes and discover … Continue reading →

Posted in Alexander Technique, Applied Alexander®, Dana's Dance Diary, Mindfulness | Tagged Alexander Technique, Applied Alexander®, Balance, ballroom dance, Dance, Mindfulness, poise, posture | Leave a reply

Is Unrecognized Tension Sabotaging Your Dancing?

Dance Without Limits Posted on June 29, 2018 by Dana Ben-YehudaJuly 28, 2018 2

Is Unrecognized Tension Sabotaging Your Dancing? Part 1 She lay on the table during the semi-supine portion of the lesson, and she let out a big sigh. I could see her relax, as if she was at the beach, on … Continue reading →

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Movement-Based Class for Freedom in the Body and Better Posture

Dance Without Limits Posted on April 29, 2017 by Dana Ben-YehudaApril 29, 2017  

Hello my friends!  Happy Spring! Come to a small (6 people max) movement-based class for freedom in the body and better posture without tension. Class runs monthly and the new cycle begins this coming Wednesday, May 3! I have room … Continue reading →

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Alexander Technique and Parkinson’s Disease/ Mind and Body in Movement

Dance Without Limits Posted on April 16, 2017 by Dana Ben-YehudaApril 16, 2017  

Someone with Parkinson’s Disease said something telling. Some time ago, he told his doctor that he “couldn’t connect his brain and his foot to make his foot move.” He is looking for ways to keep mobile and be in balance. … Continue reading →

Posted in Alexander Technique, Health issues and Illnesses | Tagged Alexander Technique, Balance, Mind-body, Parkinson's Disease, posture | Leave a reply

Freedom and Control in Dance

Dance Without Limits Posted on March 12, 2017 by Dana Ben-YehudaMarch 12, 2017  

She was here for a lesson, a fairly new student, and commented:  “The thing that helps me the most, is having that feeling of space in my joints. My yoga teacher talks about space in the joints and I thought … Continue reading →

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Two new classes – Jan 8th Class is FREE

Dance Without Limits Posted on December 29, 2016 by Dana Ben-YehudaDecember 29, 2016

Happy New Year! I hope you’re well and looking forward to a great year. Here’s something new for you: two group class options in the New Year.  Also, private lessons are available in my new place and at the dance … Continue reading →

Posted in Alexander Technique, Classes & Literature & Current Events, Dana's Dance Diary, General | Tagged Alexander Technique, Balance, ballroom dance, Movement, posture, tension

Conversations with My Feet: Memories of Childhood

Dance Without Limits Posted on December 4, 2016 by Dana Ben-YehudaDecember 4, 2016

Hello my friends, When I was a little girl, I would scuff the toes of my shoes on purpose, striking horror into the heart of my grandmother. I liked the sensation in my feet. I had cute, red leather Mary … Continue reading →

Posted in Applied Alexander®, Dana's Dance Diary, General, Life Stories | Tagged Alexander Technique, Balance, ballroom dance, Dance, Foot injury, Mind-body, tension

Conversations with My Feet: I Tense Therefore I Am

Dance Without Limits Posted on November 28, 2016 by Dana Ben-YehudaNovember 28, 2016

Hello Friends, Sore feet brought me to a breakthrough in how I move. As someone said, “like a different woman.” The epiphany began with a realization that something I was doing was probably connected with my painful foot. I discovered … Continue reading →

Posted in Applied Alexander®, Classes & Literature & Current Events, Dana's Dance Diary, General | Tagged Alexander Technique, Balance, ballroom dance, body awareness, Foot injury, tension

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