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F3E. Breaking Free of Mainstream Fitness Myths

Movement & Dance | Registration opens 2/25/2026 9:00 AM

32 Woods Avenue Bard College, NY 12504 United States
Athletic Center Instructional Room
Class Limit: 20
3/6/2026-4/17/2026
11:50 AM-1:00 PM on Fri

F3E. Breaking Free of Mainstream Fitness Myths

Movement & Dance | Registration opens 2/25/2026 9:00 AM

When it comes to movement, mainstream fitness ideology has fooled us into believing that hard work and extra effort lead to better results. But there is a secret that musicians, martial artists, dancers, and other peak performers have long understood: it’s actually about doing less. In this course, we will explore a gentle experimental approach to movement by slowing down, tuning in, and listening for more refined kinesthetic feedback. As we learn to release the excess habitual tension that normally accompanies our movement, we can begin to uncover optimal coordination and experience genuine ease in the body. Wear comfortable clothing. No prior experience necessary.

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Garone, Kelly
Kelly Garone

Presenter
Kelly Garone
RSMTE, is a performing artist and somatic movement therapist/educator. Her approach to movement is informed by her experience training and performing as a professional dancer, as well as her long-term process of questioning, unraveling, and re-integrating that training through the support of many different embodiment modalities. She is a registered professional member of ISMETA (International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association), and has a parallel career as an assistant and advocate for elder artists.

Weinstock, Leslie
Leslie Weinstock

Producer