CURRENT & UPCOMING CLASSES/WORKSHOPS

4th Annual

Itcush into Dance Intensive

August 31 – September 2, 2024

Join us (Ashley and Kana) for the 4th annual “Itcush into Dance” intensive from August 31 to September 2, 2024. This year we will co-teach, providing both personalized guidance and group instruction.

The focus will be on the Itcush Method repertoire for injury rehabilitation, recovery, strength, and coordination through intricate patterns on the floor, standing, and with a small chair. The workshop will include movement improvisations that incorporate moments of intensity, paired with calmness and stillness.

Dates: Saturday, Aug 31st to Monday, Sept 2nd, 2024

Time: 10am – 4pm

Lunch: 12pm – 1:30pm

Location: FADA Studio A, 1951 Toronto Street, Regina, SK

Cost: $275 before July 31st or $325 after August 1st

* Reimbursement available with CADA West membership TSP

To register, e-transfer to Itcush.method@gmail.com

Limited to 8 participants

Scholarship

One full work-study scholarship is available. To apply, email a paragraph outlining your interest and need by July 15th, 2024. This scholarship includes full workshop access in exchange for light work duties (cleaning, writing, etc.).

This workshop is suited for intermediate to advanced level learners who have previous experience in the Itcush into Dance practice. If you’re not sure if this workshop is for you or have further questions we’d love to chat, email or phone 306 490 7417.

Itcush into Dance demo video – vimeo.com

Online Private Sessions

Continuum Movement and The Itcush Method

Price: $70/1 hour session

Email or phone to book

Or book online

Hands-on Private Sessions

The Mitzvah Technique

Hands on release work and movement coaching

Price: $90/1 hour session

Email or phone to book

Past Classes/Workshops

Currently suspended due to COVID-19 restrictions

Maternity Leave – 2024

 

Maternity Leave

(I’ll miss you!)

As many of you know, we are anticipating the arrival of our new baby at the end of January. I won’t be seeing clients or teaching classes for the upcoming future but I’m happy to offer a couple of options in my absence.

Kana will be coming from Taiwan to help with the arrival of our new little one and to cover my practice for a number of weeks in February/March. She will email with more details on scheduling. Continue to watch for online classes with Kana in the new year.

If you are in Regina and would like to work one to one with a somatic movement practitioner I recommend Caitlin Coflin for private lessons and group classes. Her work is rooted in Bartenieff Fundamentals with a strong knowledge of the Itcush Method exercises and theories. If you’re looking to review your program or revamp your movement practice you can get in touch with her through her website – www.caitlincoflinsomaticmovement.com

I encourage you to continue checking out Dance Core and other classes at www.newdancehorizons.ca and ongoing Feldenkrais offerings by my friend and colleague Johanna Bundon.

Although I’ll be on maternity leave please feel free to reach out with any questions, I might take a while to respond but I’m always happy to hear from you!

Itcush Method Resources

Personal Practice Videos – www.constantlyseekingsoftness.ca / Personal Practice
History of Itcush Methodwww.ameliaitcush.com

Best, Ashley

FREE

Brain Dance Class

August 12 and September 1, 2023

with musician Clinton Ackerman

at Regent Place Library

For 2-4 y/o and their caregivers.

It’s SO MUCH FUN and we’d love to have you!

More Info:

Regina Public Library – Events

FREE

BrainBody Connection Class

September 11, 2023; 2:30-4:30pm

I’ll be teaching an in person class as part of the BrainBody Connection Series with Free Flow Dance Theater in Saskatoon. It’s a FREE  Itcush into Dance class!

More Info:

CanadaHelps.org

Itcush into Dance Intensive – 2023

FOURTH ANNUAL

Itcush into Dance Intensive

September 2 – 4, 2023

I’m excited to be offering my Fourth Annual Itcush into Dance Intensive. Our focus will be using the Itcush Method repertoire for injury rehabilitation, recovery, strength and coordination through complex patterns on the floor, standing and small chair. We will move through movement improvisations and moments of rigour partnered with slowness and stillness.

Saturday, Sunday, Monday

10 – 4pm

Lunch 12 – 1:30pm

FADA Studio A, 1951 Toronto Street, Regina, SK.

$300/ person

*reimbursement available with CADA west membership TSP program and/or Dance Saskatchewan education fund.

Spots are limited to 8 participants. Please secure your spot with a $100 deposit by August 15. If you are unable to attend, a full refund is available if I can fill your spot.

This workshop is for intermediate to advanced level learners who have previous experience in the Itcush into dance practice. If you have questions about this workshop or you’d like to register please email Itcush.method@gmail.com or phone 306 490 7417.

More Info:

Itcush into Dance – Demo Video

FREE

Brain Dance Class

August 12 and September 1, 2023

with musician Clinton Ackerman

at Regent Place Library

For 2-4 y/o and their caregivers.

It’s SO MUCH FUN and we’d love to have you!

More Info:

Regina Public Library – Events

FREE

BrainBody Connection Class

September 11, 2023; 2:30-4:30pm

I’ll be teaching an in person class as part of the BrainBody Connection Series with Free Flow Dance Theater in Saskatoon. It’s a FREE  Itcush into Dance class!

More Info:

CanadaHelps.org

NDH – SomaSpheres / Stream of Dance Festival

New Dance Horizons

– SUMMER INTENSIVE –

SomaSpheres

JULY 4 – 7, 2023

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be teaching (amongst some of my amazing colleagues) at New Dance Horizons Summer Intensive SomaSpheres.  I’ll be offering two classes offered from July 4 – 7, 2023. Registration is limited and required for the Itcush Method Fundamentals class, Itcush into Dance is drop or register.  Take one class or both for a full four day intensive.  Hope to see you there! 

More Info:

New Dance Horizons – Summer Classes, 2023

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New Dance Horizons

– FREE WORKSHOPS –

Stream of Dance Festival

JUNE 6 – 7, 2023

I’ll be teaching two FREE classes at the University of Regina as part of New Dance Horizons Stream of Dance Festival June 6 and June 7th.

More Info:

New Dance Horizons – Stream of Dance – Free Workshops

Itcush into Dance – New Dance Horizons – Dance Core Series

New Dance Horizons

– DANCE – CORE – SERIES –

Itcush into Dance

April 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, May 2, 4, 2023

More Info:

New Dance Horizons – Winter Classes, 2023

Itcush Method

– aims to improve posture, align the skeleton and build functional movement patterns. The Itcush Method uses principles of the Mitzvah Technique to teach self maintenance exercises. The outcome is improved physical function, freedom from pain and renewed connection with daily movements.

Itcush into Dance

– is a faster paced mobility focused class covers intermediate to advanced motion patterns on a stool, standing and the floor.

Dates and Times

Tuesday, April 4, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Thursday, April 6, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Thursday, April 13, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Thursday, April 20, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Tuesday, May 2, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Thursday, May 4, 2023, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Location

New Dance Horizons Studio,

2207 Harvey St, Regina, SK, S4N 2N2

Cost

Drop in $20 a class

or $10 with a Dance Saskatchewan Membership

Itcush into Dance – New Dance Horizons – 2022

New Dance Horizons

Itcush into Dance

January 11 – February 23, 2022

Itcush Method

– aims to improve posture, align the skeleton and build functional movement patterns. The Itcush Method uses principles of the Mitzvah Technique to teach self maintenance exercises. The outcome is improved physical function, freedom from pain and renewed connection with daily movements.

Itcush into Dance

– is a faster paced mobility focused class covers intermediate to advanced motion patterns on a stool, standing and the floor.

Dates and Times

Tuesday, January 11, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Tuesday, January 18, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Wednesday, January 19, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Tuesday, February 15, 2022 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Tuesday, February 22, 2022, 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Wednesday, February 23, 2022 9:30am – 10:45am (CST)

Location

New Dance Horizons Studio,

2207 Harvey St, Regina, SK, S4N 2N2

Cost

$15 a class

Classes offered both online and in person
*masks are mandatory while in the building
*must show proof of double vaccination

Please call the office (306) 525-5393 or email events@newdancehorizons.ca to register over the phone!

Registration confirmation emails will be sent out at 5 PM (for those who register before the day of class) and at 8:50 AM (for those who register the day of class).

Itcush Method Online – Winter Workshop – 2022

Itcush Method Online

Winter Workshop

January 14 – 16, 2022

••• Melt away Stress •••

••• Soften your System •••

••• Ease your Spine •••

••• Reduce Pain •••

Holidays are over…

Time to refresh good habits for the new year? Time to slow down and work from a place of strength in softness? Join Kana and Ashley in this weekend workshop to revitalize your movement practice. All are open level classes.

$60 full workshop + recordings

50% discount for each additional family member, but you need to register your email if at different locations.

Live Zoom Class

with Kana Nemoto

5:00–6:30pm CST

Fri. Jan. 14

Recorded Video: Movement Lesson

with Ashley Johnson

Sat. Jan. 15

Live Zoom Class

with Kana Nemoto

9:00–10:00am CST

Sun. Jan. 16

Itcush Method – Summer Intensive – 2021

Itcush Method • Itcush into Dance

Summer Intensive

New Dance Horizons

July 5 – 9, 2021

We are excited to invite you to our annual Summer Intensive with NEW DANCE HORIZONS.
Once again, we are online. This year offers an intensive 5 days of back to back Itcush Method and Itcush into Dance classes.
If you’re wanting to reboot your practice and build movement endurance, this is the course for you.

Available for drop in, full class and recordings.
As usual you will get a full library of the classes following the workshop.

We’d love to have you.

Itcush Method Fundaments

with Kana Nemoto

$20 – $75

9am–10am CST

July 5–9, 2021

Itcush Into Dance

with Ashley Johnson

$20 – $75

10am–11am CST

July 5–9, 2021

Itcush Method – Spring Intensive – 2021

Itcush Method

Spring Intensive

Healthy Feet • Mobile Spine • Calm Mind

April 29 – May 2, 2021

This workshop focuses on getting you ready for Spring.

As we transition from winter to a new season we focus on creating healthy feet and a mobile pain-free spine. Walking, gardening, yard work, dancing – get prepared for more movement as the days become longer and the weather warmer.

Schedule (CST – Saskatchewan time)

Live Classes

Foot Focussed Class: Thursday 6:30–7:45pm

Spine Focussed Class: Sunday 1:00–2:30pm

Live Concept Lecture

Friday 7:00–7:45pm

Mini Lesson

Saturday – delivered to your Inbox

Fee

Regular Fee: $80 full workshop + recordings

Family Discount*: 50% discount for each additional family member

(*applies when family members live in different locations)

Itcush into Dance – Gentle – 2021

Itcush into Dance

Gentle

This class covers exercises that assist in creating a structure that is supple, fluid and strong. recommended for people without previous experience in dance or Itcush into Dance. A slower paced class perfect for students with minor physical limitations looking to challenge their movement practice.

6 online zoom classes

$70** or $15 Drop in

Monday 6pm–7pm CST

February 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 2021

Itcush into Dance – Dynamic – 2021

Itcush into Dance

Dynamic

This class focuses on advanced patterns of motion in lying, standing and on a stool. Recommended for people with previous experience in dance and Itcush into Dance. A faster paced class perfect for students looking to refine their movement practice.

6 online zoom classes

$70** or $15 Drop in

Tuesday 1pm–2pm CST

February 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021

Itcush Method Winter Intensive – 2021

If you missed the Itcush Method Winter Intensive 2021, we have the package for purchase!
Please contact Kana Nemoto for more details.

reconnect – –Quiettime– – realign

January 4-10, 2021

slow down
connect the brain and body
do less, expect less
release tension and pain

This time is for you…

Three live streamed Itcush Method classes that allow the body to release pain, realign the spine and train new patterns of basic movement

Two mini movement lessons, delivered right to your inbox, to enjoy at your own time

Two optional Itcush into Dance movement and mobility-based classes focusing on advanced patterns on a stool

Price: $90 Itcush classes + mini lessons

$110 add Itcush into dance

3 ITCUSH CLASSES LIVE ZOOM – 75 MINS EACH: MON/WED/FRIDAY
5:45 PM – 7 PM LEVEL 2
7:15PM TO 8:45PM LEVEL 1
2 MINI MOVEMENT LESSONS EMAILED TO YOU TUES/THURS
2 ITCUSH INTO DANCE CLASSES 60 MINUTES: SAT/SUN 1–2PM

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