We are a vibrant hub where creativity, well-being, and community converge. Discover a diverse spectrum of classes and workshops designed to ignite your passion, nurture your body and mind, while fostering meaningful connections. From the expressive arts and professional development to mindful movement practices and community connection, we offer a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
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Our Sanctuary Studio is located on the corner at 2301 Marais. This sprung floor studio is perfect for dance and large groups.
Our BLOOM Studio is located upstairs at 1225 Mandeville. It has large windows, lots of light and wooden floors.
ONGOING WEEKLY CLASSES
TUESDAY 8- 9:30 a.m.- YOGA WITH LISA GIORDANO – ALL LEVELS ALIGNMENT
These invigorating classes explore fundamental postures in progression. Inversions will be taught with support and modifications as needed.
These asanas, when held and performed with integrity, are excellent teachers of Tapas, generating heat and building strength in the body / mind (prakriti) in addition to their wondrous curative properties. $15 – 25 Sliding Scale NOTFLF Pay at the door. Located upstairs at 1225 Mandeville.
WEDNESDAYS 8- 10pm : ACROJAM : Join ACRONOLA for an all levels community Acrobatics Jam. Learn tips and tricks with other community members in this interactive skill share and open jam session. Grab a friend and drop in. This class is a sliding scale donation accepted at the door. No one turned away for lack of funds. Suggested Donation $5-25. Located upstairs at 1225 Mandeville.
THURSDAY 8- 9:30 a.m.- YOGA WITH LISA GIORDANO – ALL LEVELS ALIGNMENT
These invigorating classes explore fundamental postures in progression. Inversions will be taught with support and modifications as needed.
These asanas, when held and performed with integrity, are excellent teachers of Tapas, generating heat and building strength in the body / mind (prakriti) in addition to their wondrous curative properties. $15 – 25 Sliding Scale NOTFLF Pay at the door. Located upstairs at 1225 Mandeville.
FRIDAY 12 – 1:15PM :: ALL LEVELS Alignment-Based Yoga WITH LISA GIORDANO Starting Friday Oct 11
Fun Friday Asanas for every body. $15 – 25 Sliding Scale NOTFLF. Pay at the door. Located upstairs at 1225 Mandeville.
SUNDAYS 11am : YOGA : Join Tyler for a 90 minute alignment based Flow, synched with the cycles and seasons. Suggested Donation $10-25. Located upstairs at 1225 Mandeville.
GUEST ARTISTS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
SolFreque (Dance freely… Since when?…)
March 24, 2025 6:30pm–9:00pm
TAMALYN DALLAL
Intensive Raqs Sharqi (bellydance) Weekend, June 6-7-8, 2025
In the Sanctuary, 2301 Marais
In addition to Tamalyn Dallal’s raqs sharqi (bellydance) workshops, there will be guest teachers for an hour each day to teach about Afro Louisiana culture, dance and music.
The weekend will include technique, culture, dance philosophy, and much more. Tamalyn will teach 10am-1pm, break for lunch and resume at 2pm daily for an experiential workshop by a different local New Orleans culture bearer each day, each with something. From 3-5, Tamalyn will continue with raqs sharqi.
We will enjoy optional evenings of New Orleans cuisine, jazz, and other events that will be happening in town. Come, ready to immerse yourself in two worlds; Raqs Sharqi and the unique world that is New Orleans, as well as a Saturday evening pot luck dinner at Tamalyn’s home where we will perform for one another (and any friend or partner who may be traveling with you). This will be a supportive atmosphere for all.
Tamalyn Dallal’s 48 year raqs sharqi (bellydance) career has taken her around the world to perform and teach in over 40 countries. She founded the Mid Eastern Dance Exchange, a non profit dance school and performing company in Miami Beach, Florida, which she directed for 16 years. She then spent part of each year, for 12 years in a teaching a residency in the Aixis studio in Shanghai, China, as well as touring China and other parts of Asia.
Also a writer, Ms. Dallal has authored four books, a screenplay and filmed three dance and culture documentaries. Her knowledge and creativity run deep.
$300 if registered by April 1st. After April 1st, $350.
For information and registration, visit http://www.tamalyndallal.com