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Greek Gymnastics with Carley Horan
The exercise of Greek gymnastics — running, jumping, wrestling, discus, and javelin — is a joyful pathway toward a healthy relationship of self to world, and helps build the foundation for powerful, skillful, and graceful speech. Join Carley Horan for an introduction to and practice in these events.
Practical Training in Biodynamics
Learn and practice biodynamic agriculture on the oldest biodynamically stewarded and cultivated land in North America. Richly embedded within the Threefold Community in Spring Valley, NY, The Pfeiffer Center’s one-year, part-time practical training enables farmers and gardeners of any variety and experience level to put Rudolf Steiner’s agriculture lectures into practice.
Mystery Drama Study
Barbara Renold will lead a study of Rudolf Steiner’s Mystery Dramas, beginning with The Portal of Initiation. Appropriate for beginners and those already familiar with the plays.
Infant Playgroup
Parents/Care-givers and babies meet for an REI inspired bi-weekly class. Tea and light snacks are served for parents. Together, through our observation, we’ll learn to trust and respect the wisdom of our babies. We’ll also learn simple songs and games to strengthen the bond between a care-giver and a baby.
Art of Clothing 2024-2025
In this course, we'll design and sew garments using cotton, linen, wool, and silk. We’ll draft patterns and hand-sew, practicing a meditative approach. Explore sewing techniques, plant dyeing, and embroidery to create unique pieces. Classes include inspiring activities for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artisans.
EC Insights
An online workshop series for new and experienced Waldorf early childhood educators, held on six Saturday mornings from October-May.
Demystifying Class Plays: Middle School and High School Pedagogical Theatre
An online workshop series for middle and high school teachers, held on five Saturday mornings from October-March.
Deepening the Picture of the Whole Child: Integrating Waldorf Wisdom with Current Sensory Integration Research
An online workshop series for Waldorf early childhood educators and grades 1-3 teachers, held on five Saturday afternoons from November-May.
Speech Workout, November 2024
This intensive block offers an introduction to the artistic forming of speech through Rudolf Steiner’s exercises in articulation and breathing. Appropriate for any level of experience, Speech Workouts are a bracing, refreshing artistic immersion that can provide a foundation for more advanced training in the art of Creative Speech.
Frontier Eurythmy Part-time Training 2024-2025
A new part-time Frontier class starts in November 2024 for those interested in eurythmy while maintaining other commitments. This two-year program includes seven weeks of study sessions and independent assignments with local mentors, covering the first year of eurythmy training. It prepares students to transition into the full-time program, enhancing their inner and outer life through eurythmy's unique movement and balance. This is a rare opportunity to join the Frontier class
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Monday Night Music Salon is back!
Monday Night Music Salon is back!
Join us for a monthly Music Salon where we gather in a Café atmosphere for artistic sharing and time together in community.
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All Souls Festival: For Those Who Have Crossed the Threshold of Death
All Souls Festival: For Those Who Have Crossed the Threshold of Death
An offering of music, eurythmy, poetry, and speech chorus, with a festival address by Renate Kurth. Karl Fredrickson will read the names of community members who have died in the past year. Due to the quiet nature of the event, the doors will be closed when the program begins.