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Letter From the Director

Our monthly Letter from the Director seeks to inspire members of our worldwide community. The lead Life at the Center article or story gives examples of mindful living, of finding community, of vibrant wellbeing amid global dis-ease, of personal insight into some of today’s big-picture issues, of humor in the face of despair. Each issue honors excellence in one of our teachers, students, or staff members in the Magnificence in Our ‘Ohana section. Our Celebrating Magnificence article highlights a local business or nonprofit organization for its sustainable or charitable or mindful, or otherwise excellent practices. Our Healthy Life Tip passes on a precious nugget of practical living experience for body, mind, or soul. The Word to the Wise of the month summarizes or shines light on the dominant theme of that month’s letter with cogent, pithy, or poetic words that illuminate our heart’s wisdom. Our Video Fav adds a touch of humor or beauty to the end of the letter.

Still & Moving Center’s Director, Renée Tillotson, curates, edits, or writes every component of this monthly missive, the Letter from the Director. She draws heavily from her lifelong learning at the Institute of World Culture in Santa Barbara, and her deep study of the philosophy of Theosophy. Her inspiration in these letters also comes from her mindfulness training in the Nia technique, her word crafting experience teaching English and writing play scripts, and her decades of writing in professional and business contexts. As a long-time reader of the Aquarian Almanac, she is now an inveterate collector of inspirational quotes for the Still & Moving Center Almanac, which she creates annually. Her ongoing quote collection adds extra sparkle to the Letter from the Director. 

Renée appeals to the indulgence of her friends, family members, students, and the rest of the world’s characters whose stories and photos appear for all the world to read and see in these letters. She thanks all of them for allowing their stories to make our lives a little brighter, funnier, more bearable, and even nobler, when seen through the lens of magnificence.

 

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Apr 22, 2023 April 22, 2023, - June 3, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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7 Week Series:April 22 to June 3, 2023Saturdays, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm HST $210 plus tax In this weekly series, keiki aerialists will learn choreography and routine progression. Possible apparatus include aerial hammock and lyra developing sequencing and move progression in preparation for performances. Give your child a delightful chance to fly, dance, have […]

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May 16, 2023 May 16, 2023, - June 27, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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7 Week Series:May 16 - June 27, 2023Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 pm HST $210 plus tax Mixed apparatus will be used in class to develop solo choreographies. Students will be invited to perform in an informal demonstration at the end of the series. Help to shine your aerial glow in performances! In this weekly series, aerialists will […]

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May 19, 2023 May 19, 2023, - June 30, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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7-Week Series:May 19 to June 30, 2023Fridays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm HST$210 plus tax Prerequisite: Intro to Aerial silks and instructor permission. This class is designed for students who have knowledge of climbing, foot locks, inversions and balance work in the knot. Throughout the lessons, we will work on climbs, locks, wraps, and basic progressions. […]

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May 22, 2023 May 22, 2023, - July 3, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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7-Week Series:May 22 to July 3, 2023Mondays 5:30 - 6:30 pm HST$210 plus tax What does it feel like to move in and suspend in the air, and have increased body awareness and balance? This is your series, designed for those who are new to the aerial experience. Here is your opportunity to learn fundamental […]

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May 25, 2023 May 25, 2023, - July 6, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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7-Week Series:May 25 to July 6, 2023Thursdays, 7:15-8:15 pm HST$210 plus tax Students will be invited to perform in an informal demonstration at the end of the series. Experience the thrill of applying your skill in the air to a new aerial apparatus, the Lyra! In this class, you will practice your skills on the […]

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May 28, 2023 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
HI United States
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Sunday, May 28, 2023 5:00 - 7:00 pm (HST) Price: $69Rather than an in-depth lomilomi training, this is a stand-alone event for you to enjoy on a single day. Lomilomi, like all forms of healing, is an unfolding process of many steps. This approach to lomilomi focuses on settling the nervous system and integrating all […]

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May 29, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am
HI United States
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Monday, May 29, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am $69/adult$49 (under 14yrs) Connect with the ‘āina for a walking tour bordering Waikīkī beach from Waikiki Walls to Kalia. Offer ho'okupu (gifts/offerings) and learn about healing practices of the area. Discover more about Waikīkī’s rich history as Mālia shares the story of Kawehewehe and the […]

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Jun 12, 2023 June 12, 2023, - June 23, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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KIDS Aerial summer camp (ages 7 to 13)With Katharine HartsMonday to Friday8:30-11:30 am HST Week 1: June 12-16, 2023Week 2: June 19-23, 2023 Price: $325 for 1 week ($300 Early bird pricing until Mar 31, 2023)$570 for 2 weeksPLEASE, REGISTER IN THE CHILD's name, not the parent's. Mahalo!     Give your child a delightful […]

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Jun 25, 2023 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
HI United States
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Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 5:00 am - 7:00 pm $69/adult$49 (under 14yrs)FREE for Members Connect with the ‘āina for a walking tour bordering Waikīkī beach from Waikiki Walls to Kalia. Offer ho'okupu (gifts/offerings) and learn about healing practices of the area. Discover more about Waikīkī’s rich history as Mālia shares the story of Kawehewehe […]

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Jul 01, 2023 July 1, 2023, - August 12, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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7 Week Series:July 1 to August 12, 2023Saturdays, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm HST $210 plus tax Mixed apparatus will be used in class to develop solo choreographies. Students will be invited to perform in an informal demonstration at the end of the series. In this weekly series, keiki aerialists will learn choreography and routine […]

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