Dancing in church is a controversial subject between sects of Christianity. In some churches, it’s a way to express your love for God. In others, it’s unacceptable. Among other major world religions, spiritual dance is a deeply personal experience. Here are five different kinds of spiritual dance. Ecstatic Trance Dance Inspired by Shiva, the third god in the Hindu triumvirate, this style of unchoreographed dance combines elements of meditation and dancing. Dancers either close their eyes or wear blindfolds, dancing until their only focus is on the dance itself. The idea is to remove the ego from the experience through repetitive movements and breath. Shamanic Dance Like ecstatic trance dance, this type of dance is done while blindfolded. However, it is often done to the beat of a drum from evening until sunset. Dancers move in a circle around a fire with a chief as their guide. This is said to promote healing, transformation and self discovery. Shamanic dance is also ancient i
Posted: 6/18/2021
Performing in color guard typically involves close contact and rigorous mandatory practice. When the pandemic hit, color guard came to a halt, then as some schools reopened, came back with major changes. Marching band and color guard coaches have new considerations to take into account, but they still do everything they can to make sure the show goes on. Here’s how some schools have adapted. Socially Distanced Practice When school marching bands started to hold in-person practices and performances again, schools like New Bedford High School in Massachusetts socially distanced the performers. Spread out along the marching band field and parking lot, students from color guard practiced in one corner, while the instrumentalists were off in their own areas, all six feet or more apart. Rehearsals also became optional, and in this marching band, only 1/7 of the students showed up to some of the rehearsals. Safety Protocols Color guard teams like the one at Osceola Fundamental High S
Posted: 6/4/2021
Cheerleading practice can be intense, especially for cheerleading squads that compete in tournaments. While cheerleading c...
