Design by Nathi Oh Rogea
Nava Dance Immersion- Movimento del Mare ~Movement of the Sea
June 26 - July 1 2025 | Calabria, Italy
This immersion will dive deep into Miriam’s unique format Nava Dance which is deeply rooted in Central Asian dance aesthetics and is inspired by Sufi mystical themes, devotional whirling and contemporary dance practice. Central to Nava Dance format is the notion of embodied intention and ritual, the ability to transform one’s emotional, mental and spiritual states through movement layered with ritual and meaning. Cathartic release is also an important pillar in the Nava Dance format, and is a movement therapy that helps dancers to both push the boundaries of physical limitation, finding more release in the body as well as a letting go of negative energies and blockages. Ultimately the intention of the practice is a holistic movement journey of personal and collective transformation.
The waters of Calabria are magical, and we will honor the water element each day through movement, exploring the ways water moves us. We will practice the “Art of Mermaidism,” one of Miriam’s most beloved practices.
Each day will include some theory, technique, improvisation and choreography in the Nava style. The level of dance will be geared towards experienced dancers wanting to both explore this unique format as well as push the borders of physicality and creativity through immersive practice. The work will be focused mainly in a beautiful spacious dance shala but will also explore the natural surroundings nearby through site specific dance installation.
This is a great opportunity of students of Nava Dance to experience the work in a deep immersive format. It is also a great immersion for dancers interested in pursuing the Nava Dance teachers training which will should be released 2026. Students new to Nava Dance are also welcome as long as they have significant training in another form of dance practice.
The setting of the retreat center is beautiful and surrounded by flowers and trees, situated directly on the sea side with sandy beaches and magnificent swimming in calm turquoise waters. There is a beach bar, pool, hot tub, and lovely areas to lounge with friends.
Location:
Calabria, Italy
https://www.ashtangayogaitaly.com
Total Fees:
940 Euro- Early Bird- before April 1st/1040 Euro Late Bird-after April 1st- Shared accommodations
1,140 Euro- Early Bird/1240 Euro Late Bird- Single occupancy accommodations
Fee Breakdown:
*Accommodations & food paid directly to retreat center:
415 Euro- Shared (2 people) Accommodations, 3 meals per day & daylong excursion to Tropea
615 Euro- Single Occupancy Accommodations, 3 meals per day & daylong excursion to Tropea
Dance retreat cost paid directly to Miriam:
525 Euro- Dance Retreat (Early Bird- before April 1)/625 Euro (Late Bird- after April 1)
To Register:
Pay $250 Non-refundable deposit to Miriam via the link below, or via paypal/venmo/zelle/wise
*Balance to be paid by April 15th
Swimming Pool/Beach
Use of swimming pool and beach (very close walk!) is included for all students. (Spa facilities are available at an added expense.)
Transportation
*5 Euro mini-bus to town supermarket
*bicycles for rent
*Transfer cost from airport/Train station
Airport- Lamezia Terme International Airport or Crotone
Train- Catanzaro Lido
Transfer cost from airport/train Station to our Resort are as follow:
1 - 3 Persons 4 - 8 Persons
AEROPORTO/STAZIONE LAMEZIA 55 80
AEROPORTO CROTONE 40 70
STAZIONE FS CATANZARO LIDO 25 50
SCHEDULE
June 26th- Arrival (late morning/early afternoon)
1:30-2:30- Lunch
5:00-8:00 pm- Welcome & Dance Session
8:00 pm- Dinner
June 27th-
8:30-9:30- Breakfast
10:00-1:00- Morning Session
1:00-2:00- Lunch
2:00-5:00- Free Time, Beach Time!
5:00-8:00- Evening Session
8:00- Dinner
June 28th-
8:30-9:30- Breakfast
10:00-1:00- Morning Session
1:00-2:00- Lunch
2:00-5:00- Free Time, Beach Time!
5:00-8:00- Evening Session
8:00- Dinner
June 29th-
8:30-9:30- Breakfast
10:00-1:00- Morning Session
1:00-2:00- Lunch
2:00-5:00- Free Time, Beach Time!
5:00-8:00- Evening Session
8:00- Dinner
June 30th-
8:00-9:00- Breakfast
9:00- Depart for TROPEA! Daylong trip with amazing beach time & dance installations
10:00 pm- return to sleep!
July 1st-
8:30-9:30- Breakfast
10:00-12:00- Closing session
12:00- goodbye’s
