Life is fast…childhood should be slow. These hands-on-classes led by Anna Adler and Lucia Rich at Embodied Arts & Wellness, focus on process over product, building curiosity, confidence and empowerment through the creative process.
Art & Movement Pop-Ups!, Ages 4-8
A 2 hr drop-off class seasonally themed and offered on some days off of school. Each class begins with free play, followed by a movement class with Lucia, introducing quality of movement concepts, embodying elements from the natural world and expanding range of movement through fun improvisational games. After a short snack/story time, kids will explore a variety of materials and art techniques with Anna such as painting, drawing, print-making sculpture and more! A favorite with parents and kids alike!
Move & Make Saturday Series, Ages 6-10
Kids will move their bodies and make with their hands in this lively Saturday series that dives a little deeper. Each session will offer our signature blend of collaborative play, art-making, and improvisational movement activities. Throughout the series, kids will explore a variety of art forms such as Shadow Puppets, Mask-Making, Handmade Paper, Altered Clothing and more! Projects focus on recycled and up-cycled materials, discovering how to transform everyday items into something new-- all while nurturing curiosity, cooperation, and learning about sustainability and self expression. Drop in for a single class or get a discount and sign up for a 4-class card or all 8 sessions! Runs the 1st Saturday of the month starting Oct 4th.
Registration is live on the website: https://www.embodiedartsandwellness.com/kids-classes
About the Instructors:
Lucia Rich (she/her) is a movement arts educator, SomaSource practitioner, yoga/wellness instructor and mother devoted to the practice of embodiment through her personal practice, teaching and performing for the past 20 years. Collaborations in dance, theatre, puppetry and clown have taken her across the US and internationally, including Bulgaria, Turkey, Scotland, Italy, England, Germany and France. Lucia has worked as a dancer, choreographer, movement director and educator in NYC, Westchester and beyond. She founded Embodied Arts & Wellness in 2023, and continues to grow, deepen and expand through her teaching of sacred and expressive arts to all ages.
Anna Adler (she/they) is an artist, educator, cultural worker, and mother, functioning at the intersection of life and art. She maintains an interdisciplinary creative practice of image and object making, teaching, curating, and community building. Her work has been shown in a myriad of places and spaces, including NYC, Detroit, Prague, and Berlin, to name a few.
What parents are saying:
"My kids enjoyed themselves tremendously...I signed them up just to have coverage and some form of activity, but I have been blown away- and frankly, moved- by how thoughtful all the projects and activities were. My kids came away inspired and full of excitement about what they had done."
“My child loves the Art & Movement programs and adores both instructors! She asks when she can go back every time!”
“Our son had a wonderful time at Art & Movement! It was the perfect combination of creative outlets and play. The team was lovely, very attentive and patient.”
“An inclusive, welcoming, innovative learning space!”
“My children had a fantastic experience with Embodied Arts. They explored their creativity and physicality in unique and spontaneous ways while making new friends in the community. Instructors were engaged and thoughtful throughout, creating a positive and imaginative environment.”
“My child was able to be expressive in her own way and in her time through visual art and movement. This space created a unique opportunity for exploration and connection within an emergent learning framework. It promoted kindness, creativity, humor, and curiosity. So grateful for this space.”
“The highlight of our week!”
