Garuda Matwork

Garuda Matwork with Raena celebrates 7 years online and ongoing as an offering to students in Edmonton and beyond!  Garuda combines the core work of Pilates, with the postures of yoga and the fluidity of dance into a full mind and body exercise for both dancers and non-dancers alike. Expect a full body movement experience in the comfort of your own home with thoughtful and imaginative instruction.

UPCOMING CLASS DATES
Join MZD’s Garuda sessions with Raena Waddell hosted virtually, with live class sessions at 12:30 PM MST held on Mondays (unelss otherwise noted)
July 27-August 9 | Please note: July 27 class will be pre-recorded and available through the long weekend until August 9th! (class link active for 7 days!)
August 10 | Live class session at 12:30 PM MST

Zoom Meeting ID/password will be sent out through confirmation email.

Make sure to have a mat, knee padding, and clothes you’re comfortable moving in!

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Fascinated with the human body communicating through movement, Raena celebrates 26 years as a dancer, choreographer and movement instructor in Edmonton. Over the course of two decades, she has premiered 18 short and full-length works presented across western Canada.  Her curiosity surrounding dance adjacent practice led her to certifications in Pilates, Garuda, Yin Yoga and Myofascial Release, studying with mentors such as James D’Silva, Melanie Checknita, and Tracy Friesen. She instructs contemporary dance and dance-derived movement practices for dancers in partnership with Mile Zero Dance and Good Women Dance and for non-dancers alike at public recreation facilities through the city of Edmonton.  Her creative philosophy is rooted in a trinity of listening, considering and trying: Listening deeply to what is being shared, considering all possibilities, and embodying ideas through movement without clinging to permanence.  More details on Raena’s history and offerings can be explored here:www.raenawaddell.ca.

Photo credit | Aspen Zettel