SAMADHI DANCE
Every Saturday (7.30pm – 8.45pm)
Samadhi itself has two stages, samprajana-samadhi, or an enstasis where there is still object-consciousness, and asamprajata-samadhi or nirbija-samadhi, where there is no longer any object-consciousness (asamprajnata-samadhi became known later in Vedanta circles as nirvikalpa-samadhi).
Starts from being mindful of an object or idea, which is expanded to one's body, mind and entire surroundings, it leads to a state of total concentration and tranquility.
Upon development of samadhi, one's mind becomes purified of defilements, experiencing calmness, tranquility, and luminosity. Once achieved a strong and powerful concentration, one’s mind is ready to penetrate into the ultimate nature of reality, eventually obtaining release from all suffering.
The cultivation of mindfulness is essential to mental concentration, which is needed to achieve insight.
SAMADHI DANCE
By allowing the body, mind and soul to work together one is able to synchronize them into one. The result of this alignment is a series of expression and reflection of heart and inner self which brings out the true feelings from within.
"Each one of us can transform ourselves into an instrument of peace. Each one of us can transcend global borders and boundaries and align with all faiths, religions and cultures in creating harmony and a life of joy and abundance."
Mother Maya
WEEKLY CLASS
Every Saturday 7pm – 8.15pm (conducted in English and Mandarin)
ENERGY EXCHANGE
RM80.00/person per class for 4 classes per calendar month RM69.00/person per class for 4 classes per calendar month
RM50.00/person per class for 4 classes per calendar month
RM28.00/person per class for 4 classes per calendar month
Corporate Package:
RM75.00/person for 4 classes per calendar month (3-5pax)
RM70.00/person for 4 classes per calendar month (6pax and above)
There shall be no cancellation of class unless upon the advice of the facilitator with prior notice to the participants. Any request (with prior notice) by the participants for replacement of class due to the absence in any class is subject to the consent of the facilitator and management of Lifeworks.
GENTLE REMINDER
This is an elementary 90-minutes session of movements based on Contemporary Dance technique. Please bring along:
1) A set of yoga/workout attire i.e. t-shirt & track bottom.
2) A small towel.
3) A calm and quiet mind.
ABOUT JOIE
Joie has been a dancer since early 90s where he's trained in Ballet and Contemporary Dance by two Contemporary Dance pioneers, Mr. Choo Tee Kuang and Ms. Loke Soh Kim, who returned from Hong Kong as professional dancers of CCDC (City Contemporary Dance Company) and was actively involved in dance performances by Penang Dance Station. His journey continued to grow when he joined Aida Redza, a Denmark based Malaysian Contemporary Dance researcher, in her works and productions as well as Joyce S. Lim, another renowned professional dancer who based in New York.
Throughout his involvement and participation in Contemporary Dance Joie's skill has developed from performing into choreography, lighting design and also photography. After years of experiencing the diverse angles and possibilities Joie gathered his personal understanding and the benefits he sees in Contemporary Dance. He is a guest choreographer and instructor for various dance academies, shines his way through the lights as one of the popular stage lighting designers and photographers in Penang.
He believes and has seen the importance of the balance of heart, mind and body. That is why he is able to maintain the stability of having an I.T. company of his own as his real profession and still manage to combine his understanding and skill to become the founder of Samadhi Dance - a dance of body and soul.
